/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usThu, 23 Apr 2026 21:24:25 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2026/a-message-from-usf-board-of-trustees-chair-will-weatherford.aspxWill Weatherford reflects on USF's recent achievements, a transition in board leadership and continued confidence in the university’s long-term momentum and impact on the Tampa Bay region.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:02:19 A message from USF Board of Trustees Chair Will WeatherfordWill Weatherford reflects on USF's recent achievements, a transition in board leadership and continued confidence in the university’s long-term momentum and impact on the Tampa Bay region.Will Weatherford/news/2026/a-message-from-usf-board-of-trustees-chair-will-weatherford.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Trustees,MyUSF/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A 51°µÍø study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:37:43 Rethinking augmented reality for children: USF study finds key design gapMost augmented reality technology is designed for adults, often overlooking how children naturally think and interact. A 51°µÍø study found that children ages 9 to 12 engage with AR more physically and intuitively, highlighting the need for child‑centered design in education.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/rethinking-augmented-reality-for-children.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Joey Garcia/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-honors-eleven-faculty-with-research-and-innovation-awards.aspxRecipients represent a broad range of disciplines and expertise – spanning air transportation, behavioral therapies, diagnostic technologies and multidisciplinary artistic work.External ArticleTue, 21 Apr 2026 10:15:45 USF honors 11 faculty members with research and innovation awardsRecipients represent a broad range of disciplines and expertise – spanning air transportation, behavioral therapies, diagnostic technologies and multidisciplinary artistic work.Headshots of 11 faculty members with text that says, "51°µÍø outstanding research achievement and excellence in innovation award recipients 2026"/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-honors-eleven-faculty-with-research-and-innovation-awards.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationResearch/news/2026/grandfathers-vietnam-heroism-led-grandson-to-usf-and-an-interest-in-national-security.aspxInspired by his grandfather’s last‑days‑of‑Saigon escape, a 51°µÍø student is shaping his own commitment to freedom through USF’s Global and National Security Institute.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:50:44 Grandfather’s Vietnam heroism led grandson to USF and an interest in national securityInspired by his grandfather’s last‑days‑of‑Saigon escape, a 51°µÍø student is shaping his own commitment to freedom through USF’s Global and National Security Institute.Calvin Pham and Pham Quang Khiêm/news/2026/grandfathers-vietnam-heroism-led-grandson-to-usf-and-an-interest-in-national-security.aspxStudent SuccessGlobal and National Security Institute,Paul Guzzo/education/news/2026/how-a-gamers-club-led-by-edu-is-transforming-stem-learning.aspxUSF researchers are demonstrating how to expand learning beyond the classroom, while also generating insights that may inform education more broadly.External ArticleTue, 21 Apr 2026 08:24:04 How a gamers club led by the College of Education is transforming STEM learningUSF researchers are demonstrating how to expand learning beyond the classroom, while also generating insights that may inform education more broadly.student uses vr set/education/news/2026/how-a-gamers-club-led-by-edu-is-transforming-stem-learning.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Educationhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/3m-gift-recognizes-neurosurgical-excellence-usf-health?fbclid=IwY2xjawRTI5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJsSlRMTHo2d3BOTEFzMGZLc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHubfTejtVxd89Ec845s7r0b31UALIYN4xcDuiqt0gjf5I7QwYVSh9s5PtsXF_aem_lHrMaBCbj_sQu61VGHU4RgThe president emerita and her husband’s gift establishes the Genshaft and Greenbaum Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery – helping keep USF at the forefront of neurosurgical care, discovery and training.External ArticleMon, 20 Apr 2026 14:31:21 $3M gift from Judy Genshaft and Steve Greenbaum establishes endowed chair in neurosurgery at USF HealthThe president emerita and her husband’s gift establishes the Genshaft and Greenbaum Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery – helping keep USF at the forefront of neurosurgical care, discovery and training.Judy Genshaft and Steve Greenbaumhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/3m-gift-recognizes-neurosurgical-excellence-usf-health?fbclid=IwY2xjawRTI5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJsSlRMTHo2d3BOTEFzMGZLc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHubfTejtVxd89Ec845s7r0b31UALIYN4xcDuiqt0gjf5I7QwYVSh9s5PtsXF_aem_lHrMaBCbj_sQu61VGHU4RgUSF FoundationUSF Foundation,USF Health/news/2026/a-review-of-an-event-that-occurred-on-campus-on-tuesday-april-14-2026.aspxThu, 16 Apr 2026 15:18:38 A review of an event that occurred on campus on Tuesday, April 14, 202651°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/a-review-of-an-event-that-occurred-on-campus-on-tuesday-april-14-2026.aspx/news/2026/qr-code-hospitality-experience-for-older-adults.aspxSenior travelers hold considerable spending power in the hospitality industry. USF research shows that difficult QR code interactions can negatively impact satisfaction and repeat business.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:18:13 How QR codes can make or break the hospitality experience for older adultsSenior travelers hold considerable spending power in the hospitality industry. USF research shows that difficult QR code interactions can negatively impact satisfaction and repeat business.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/qr-code-hospitality-experience-for-older-adults.aspxResearch and InnovationJoey Garcia,Muma College of Business/news/2026/usf-interns-help-build-new-on-campus-stadium-etching-their-names-into-history.aspxUSF students interning with Manhattan Construction Co. are playing hands-on roles in building the university’s new 35,000-seat on-campus stadium, contributing to everything from structural coordination to interior design.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:10:54 USF interns help build new on-campus stadium — etching their names into historyUSF students interning with Manhattan Construction Co. are playing hands-on roles in building the university’s new 35,000-seat on-campus stadium, contributing to everything from structural coordination to interior design.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-interns-help-build-new-on-campus-stadium-etching-their-names-into-history.aspxStudent SuccessPaul Guzzo,USF Athletics/news/2026/usf-scientists-solve-100-year-old-mystery-behind-rubber-that-powers-modern-life.aspxResearchers discovered how carbon black strengthens rubber to support extreme weight – a breakthrough that could lead to safer, longer-lasting materials.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:42:45 USF scientists solve 100 year-old mystery behind rubber that powers modern lifeResearchers discovered how carbon black strengthens rubber to support extreme weight – a breakthrough that could lead to safer, longer-lasting materials.car tires on the road/news/2026/usf-scientists-solve-100-year-old-mystery-behind-rubber-that-powers-modern-life.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Experts Guide,John Dudley,Research and Innovation/news/2026/usf-jabil-partnership-advances-next-generation-medical-technology.aspxA powerful partnership between the 51°µÍø and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations – from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:13:40 USF-Jabil partnership advances next-generation medical technologyA powerful partnership between the 51°µÍø and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations – from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.Sophia Alonso/news/2026/usf-jabil-partnership-advances-next-generation-medical-technology.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,Student SuccessCollege of Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketa,USF Health/marine-science/news/2026/tracking-decades-of-ecological-changes-in-south-floridas-marine-environment.aspxFor more than ten years, bold research led by the USF College of Marine Science has improved our understanding of the harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and water quality across Florida.External ArticleTue, 14 Apr 2026 11:01:51 Tracking decades of ecology in Florida’s marine environmentFor more than ten years, bold research led by the USF College of Marine Science has improved our understanding of the harmful algae blooms, fisheries health and water quality across Florida.Two researchers on a vessel/marine-science/news/2026/tracking-decades-of-ecological-changes-in-south-floridas-marine-environment.aspx70th Anniversary,Research and Innovation70th anniversary,College of Marine Sciencehttps://www.fox13news.com/news/science-fiction-becomes-reality-usfs-engineering-expoLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleFri, 10 Apr 2026 15:09:34 Fox 13 News: Science fiction becomes reality at USF's Engineering ExpoLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/science-fiction-becomes-reality-usfs-engineering-expoUSF in the News/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-unique-seismic-activity-captured-by-usf-scientists.aspxUSF scientists captured their largest dataset during the Artemis II launch, recording powerful seismic and infrasound waves to study how rockets impact the ground and atmosphere.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:27:20 Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by USF scientistsUSF scientists captured their largest dataset during the Artemis II launch, recording powerful seismic and infrasound waves to study how rockets impact the ground and atmosphere.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/artemis-2-launch-reveals-unique-seismic-activity-captured-by-usf-scientists.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garcia,School of Geosciences/news/2026/usf-students-invited-to-sign-a-beam-for-the-new-on-campus-stadium.aspxThe beam will be part of the construction of the stadium’s student section, and the signing allows students to leave their own personal mark on a piece of USF history.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:36:42 Hundreds of USF students sign beam for new on-campus stadiumThe beam will be part of the construction of the stadium’s student section, and the signing allows students to leave their own personal mark on a piece of USF history.Two students sign beam/news/2026/usf-students-invited-to-sign-a-beam-for-the-new-on-campus-stadium.aspxUSF AthleticsStadium,USF Athletics/news/2026/in-a-new-era-of-college-athletics-the-university-of-south-florida-is-embracing-change-and-investing-like-never-before.aspxThe 51°µÍø is aggressively investing in the future of college athletics through revenue sharing, a new on-campus stadium and a reimagined leadership model, positioning itself to compete nationally in a rapidly evolving landscape. With strong recent performance and strategic vision, USF is building a modern athletics ecosystem designed for long-term success on and off the field.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:13:57 In a new era of college athletics, the 51°µÍø is embracing change and investing like never beforeThe 51°µÍø is aggressively investing in the future of college athletics through revenue sharing, a new on-campus stadium and a reimagined leadership model, positioning itself to compete nationally in a rapidly evolving landscape. With strong recent performance and strategic vision, USF is building a modern athletics ecosystem designed for long-term success on and off the field.USF students at a football game/news/2026/in-a-new-era-of-college-athletics-the-university-of-south-florida-is-embracing-change-and-investing-like-never-before.aspxhttps://42521350.hs-sites.com/inside-usf-the-employee-newsletter-15Stay updated on new opportunities, timely information and important resources for employees.External ArticleWed, 08 Apr 2026 07:45:00 Inside USF, April 8Stay updated on new opportunities, timely information and important resources for employees.Inside USF: The Employee Newsletterhttps://42521350.hs-sites.com/inside-usf-the-employee-newsletter-15Employee Newsletter/news/2026/usf-and-by-light-formalize-partnership-to-advance-trusted-ai-for-national-security.aspxThe agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across the full spectrum of modern conflict and technology – ensuring that emerging AI technologies are not only powerful, but also trustworthy.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:48:12 USF and By Light formalize partnership to advance trusted AI for national securityThe agreement establishes a framework for collaboration across the full spectrum of modern conflict and technology – ensuring that emerging AI technologies are not only powerful, but also trustworthy.Two men sit at simulation monitors/news/2026/usf-and-by-light-formalize-partnership-to-advance-trusted-ai-for-national-security.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Global and National Security Institute,Institute of Applied Engineering,Tina Meketahttps://floridapolitics.com/archives/789293-usf-sees-42-programs-crack-top-100-in-u-s-news-grad-studies-rankings/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleTue, 07 Apr 2026 14:46:40 Florida Politics: Latest rankings build on USF’s momentum in national standingsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://floridapolitics.com/archives/789293-usf-sees-42-programs-crack-top-100-in-u-s-news-grad-studies-rankings/USF in the News/news/2026/u-s-news-and-world-report-ranks-more-than-40-usf-graduate-programs-among-the-nations-best.aspxUSF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked in the nation’s highest tier for research for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top 16 institutions in the U.S.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:29:19 U.S. News & World Report ranks more than 40 USF graduate programs among the nation’s bestUSF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked in the nation’s highest tier for research for the second consecutive year, placing it among the top 16 institutions in the U.S.Female student at USF commencement/news/2026/u-s-news-and-world-report-ranks-more-than-40-usf-graduate-programs-among-the-nations-best.aspxStudent Success,University NewsMyUSFhttps://www.tampabay28.com/news/local-news/students-at-usf-invited-to-sign-beam-used-for-the-construction-of-a-new-on-campus-football-stadiumLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleMon, 06 Apr 2026 15:12:38 Tampa Bay 28: USF students sign beam used for the construction of a new on-campus football stadiumLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.tampabay28.com/news/local-news/students-at-usf-invited-to-sign-beam-used-for-the-construction-of-a-new-on-campus-football-stadiumUSF in the News/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxComputer science major Caleb Fernandes and applied mathematics and biomedical sciences major Diya Upadhyaya were awarded the honor, which is considered the nation’s highest for undergraduate research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.External ArticleMon, 06 Apr 2026 08:23:53 Two USF students named Goldwater ScholarsComputer science major Caleb Fernandes and applied mathematics and biomedical sciences major Diya Upadhyaya were awarded the honor, which is considered the nation’s highest for undergraduate research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.Caleb Fernandes and USF College of Arts and Sciences student Diya Upadhyaya /ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxStudent SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Arts and Sciences,Judy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.foxnews.com/health/5-key-factors-may-predict-stroke-risk-years-after-first-event-study-findsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleSun, 05 Apr 2026 15:06:41 Fox News: 5 key factors may predict stroke risk years after first event, study findsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.foxnews.com/health/5-key-factors-may-predict-stroke-risk-years-after-first-event-study-findsUSF in the Newshttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/31/science/drugs-psychoactive-nitazenes.htmlLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleTue, 31 Mar 2026 15:12:58 New York Times: How the Internet Became the ‘Cookbook’ of the Drug TradeLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/31/science/drugs-psychoactive-nitazenes.htmlUSF in the Newshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/3/31/mens-basketball-usf-basketball-will-bring-it-every-day-under-chris-mack.aspxVeteran head coach Chris Mack brings a proven track record of sustained success, compiling a 323–153 record across 15 seasons, including nine NCAA Tournament appearances.External ArticleTue, 31 Mar 2026 08:15:56 USF introduces new men’s head basketball coach Chris MackVeteran head coach Chris Mack brings a proven track record of sustained success, compiling a 323–153 record across 15 seasons, including nine NCAA Tournament appearances.Chris Mack walks on campus with President Moez Limayem and Rob Higginshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/3/31/mens-basketball-usf-basketball-will-bring-it-every-day-under-chris-mack.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics,men's baseballhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/3/30/womens-basketball-a-power-move-for-the-bulls-kristy-curry-brings-winning-pedigree-to-south-florida.aspxOne of the sport's most respected and accomplished leaders has landed with the Bulls. One of the sport's most respected and accomplished leaders has landed with the Bulls. She comes to Tampa after leading the women's basketball program at Alabama for the last 13 seasonsExternal ArticleMon, 30 Mar 2026 10:43:50 Kristy Curry brings winning pedigree to USF women’s basketballOne of the sport's most respected and accomplished leaders has landed with the Bulls. One of the sport's most respected and accomplished leaders has landed with the Bulls. She comes to Tampa after leading the women's basketball program at Alabama for the last 13 seasonsKristy Curryhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/3/30/womens-basketball-a-power-move-for-the-bulls-kristy-curry-brings-winning-pedigree-to-south-florida.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF Athletics,women's basketball/news/2026/it-wasnt-april-fools-just-mischief-that-shaped-usfs-early-campus-trees.aspxA quirky cluster of zigzagging oak trees outside USF’s Contemporary Art Museum is actually a 60‑year‑old living art installation created by the university’s charter class. What began as students quietly shifting tree‑planting flags has become a lasting monument to USF’s early creative spirit and campus lore.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:39:49 It wasn’t April Fools—just mischief that shaped USF’s early campus treesA quirky cluster of zigzagging oak trees outside USF’s Contemporary Art Museum is actually a 60‑year‑old living art installation created by the university’s charter class. What began as students quietly shifting tree‑planting flags has become a lasting monument to USF’s early creative spirit and campus lore.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/it-wasnt-april-fools-just-mischief-that-shaped-usfs-early-campus-trees.aspx70th AnniversaryCollege of Design Art and Performance,Contemporary Art Museum,Paul Guzzo/news/2026/usf-engineers-develop-radio-frequency-training-tech-for-us-army-under-expansive-partnership.aspxThousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the 51°µÍø is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:19:32 USF engineers develop radio-frequency training tech for U.S. Army under expansive partnershipThousands of miles from any battlefield, a team of engineers at the 51°µÍø is working to prepare soldiers for the increasingly complex electronic environment of modern warfare.USF student and IAE engineer work on Army device/news/2026/usf-engineers-develop-radio-frequency-training-tech-for-us-army-under-expansive-partnership.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,Student SuccessBold Research. Real Impact.,College of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2026/usf-powering-florida-research-on-air-taxis.aspxOnce imagined only in science fiction, the vision of Advanced Air Mobility is gaining momentum with USF researchers playing a key role on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:19:19 USF powering Florida research on air taxisOnce imagined only in science fiction, the vision of Advanced Air Mobility is gaining momentum with USF researchers playing a key role on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-powering-florida-research-on-air-taxis.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationBold Research. Real Impact.,College of Engineering,Joey Garcia/health/news/2026/robotic-microsurgery-offers-new-hope-for-lymphedema-patients-at-usf-and-tgh.aspxAfter decades of managing a life-altering condition, a Tampa Bay veteran found unexpected relief through a rare robotic procedure available to only a handful of surgeons worldwide. Learn what her transformation could mean for millions of patients.External ArticleMon, 30 Mar 2026 08:12:11 Robotic microsurgery offers new hope for lymphedema patients at USF Health and Tampa General HospitalAfter decades of managing a life-altering condition, a Tampa Bay veteran found unexpected relief through a rare robotic procedure available to only a handful of surgeons worldwide. Learn what her transformation could mean for millions of patients.Surgeon uses robotics/health/news/2026/robotic-microsurgery-offers-new-hope-for-lymphedema-patients-at-usf-and-tgh.aspxUSF HealthBold Research. Real Impact.,Governor Ron DeSantis,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxMichael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been recognized for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements by one of the world's largest general scientific societies and publisher of the Science family of journals.External ArticleThu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:59 Five USF faculty named 2025 fellows of American Association for the Advancement of ScienceMichael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been recognized for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements by one of the world's largest general scientific societies and publisher of the Science family of journals.Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro with the words, "51°µÍø 2025 AAA Class of Fellows/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Nursinghttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/love-story-legacyThe estate gift from USF alums Andy and Eileen Hafer will establish a new program that will provide seed funding, coaching and educational resources.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 08:53:14 USF receives $1.75 million gift to support student entrepreneursThe estate gift from USF alums Andy and Eileen Hafer will establish a new program that will provide seed funding, coaching and educational resources.Andy and Eileen Haferhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/love-story-legacyUSF FoundationMuma College of Business,Nault Center for Entrepreneurship,USF Foundation/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxNew research from the 51°µÍø identified a growing interest among higher education institutions to incorporate work-based learning in cybersecurity programs to help close the gap between academic preparation and the needs of employers.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 08:45:20 New study finds work-based learning key to closing the cybersecurity skills gapNew research from the 51°µÍø identified a growing interest among higher education institutions to incorporate work-based learning in cybersecurity programs to help close the gap between academic preparation and the needs of employers.Student interns shake hands at Reliaquest/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Student SuccessCassidy Delamarter,College of Educationhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxAn expansive clinical trial led by USF researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 00:45:19 Largest clinical trial using brain training to reduce dementia receives $2.8 million in federal fundingAn expansive clinical trial led by USF researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.Older man wearing headphones in a science labhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburghttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/c/tampa-bay-business-journal-2026-power-100/42627/moez-limayem-university-of-south-florida.htmlLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleFri, 20 Mar 2026 15:21:54 Tampa Bay Business Journal: Power 100 - USF President Moez LimayemLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/c/tampa-bay-business-journal-2026-power-100/42627/moez-limayem-university-of-south-florida.htmlUSF in the News/news/2026/rising-nuclear-risks-usf-conference-brings-top-national-security-leaders-to-tampa.aspxHosted by the USF Global and National Security Institute, the Tampa Summit will explore the future of nuclear deterrence, escalation risks and emerging defense technologies, such as the proposed Golden Dome missile shield.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:19:55 Rising nuclear risks: USF conference brings top national security leaders to TampaHosted by the USF Global and National Security Institute, the Tampa Summit will explore the future of nuclear deterrence, escalation risks and emerging defense technologies, such as the proposed Golden Dome missile shield.Gen. Frank McKenzie/news/2026/rising-nuclear-risks-usf-conference-brings-top-national-security-leaders-to-tampa.aspxCommunity PartnershipsGlobal and National Security Institute,Tina Meketa/marine-science/news/2026/usf-to-host-stopover-for-the-iconic-ocean-race.aspxUSF will host The Ocean Race 2027 for the first Gulf Coast stopover, bringing elite offshore sailing teams and their high‑tech vessels to the St. Petersburg campus for a 12‑day community event focused on ocean science, technology, and exploration. The partnership highlights USF’s leadership in marine research while promoting ocean literacy and conservation as the teams prepare for their transatlantic leg to Portugal.External ArticleWed, 18 Mar 2026 11:37:05 USF to host stopover for the iconic Ocean RaceUSF will host The Ocean Race 2027 for the first Gulf Coast stopover, bringing elite offshore sailing teams and their high‑tech vessels to the St. Petersburg campus for a 12‑day community event focused on ocean science, technology, and exploration. The partnership highlights USF’s leadership in marine research while promoting ocean literacy and conservation as the teams prepare for their transatlantic leg to Portugal.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/marine-science/news/2026/usf-to-host-stopover-for-the-iconic-ocean-race.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Marine Sciencehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/discovery-of-first-st-patricks-day-leads-to-museum-exhibition-on-the-irish-in-florida.aspxUSF historian J. Michael Francis’ discovery that the world’s first documented St. Patrick’s Day procession took place in 1600 in St. Augustine inspired a new exhibition exploring the early Irish diaspora in East Florida. Now on display at the St. Augustine Visitor Information Center through April 30, the exhibit features animated stories, archival documents, and a 3D reconstruction of colonial St. Augustine.External ArticleMon, 16 Mar 2026 10:13:16 Discovery of first St. Patrick’s Day leads to museum exhibition on the Irish in FloridaUSF historian J. Michael Francis’ discovery that the world’s first documented St. Patrick’s Day procession took place in 1600 in St. Augustine inspired a new exhibition exploring the early Irish diaspora in East Florida. Now on display at the St. Augustine Visitor Information Center through April 30, the exhibit features animated stories, archival documents, and a 3D reconstruction of colonial St. Augustine.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/discovery-of-first-st-patricks-day-leads-to-museum-exhibition-on-the-irish-in-florida.aspxResearch and Innovation/news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspxUSF Professor Katherine Drabiak’s recent research, published in the Journal of Legal Medicine, explores the legal and ethical challenges surrounding the prescribing of stimulants through telehealth services.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:40:00 USF research explores the rise of telehealth-prescribed stimulantsUSF Professor Katherine Drabiak’s recent research, published in the Journal of Legal Medicine, explores the legal and ethical challenges surrounding the prescribing of stimulants through telehealth services.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/rise-of-telehealth-prescribed-stimulants.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Public Health,Joey Garciahttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/3/15/mens-basketball-usf-mens-basketball-punches-ncaa-tournament-ticket-with-70-55-win-over-wichita-state.aspxSouth Florida clinched a NCAA Tournament berth after a dominant run capped by a 70–55 win over Wichita State in the American Conference Championship. Riding an 11-game winning streak, the Bulls completed a historic sweep of the regular-season and tournament titles behind Wes Enis’ MVP performance and a suffocating defensive effort.External ArticleMon, 16 Mar 2026 08:20:49 USF Men’s Basketball Punches NCAA Tournament TicketSouth Florida clinched a NCAA Tournament berth after a dominant run capped by a 70–55 win over Wichita State in the American Conference Championship. Riding an 11-game winning streak, the Bulls completed a historic sweep of the regular-season and tournament titles behind Wes Enis’ MVP performance and a suffocating defensive effort.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/3/15/mens-basketball-usf-mens-basketball-punches-ncaa-tournament-ticket-with-70-55-win-over-wichita-state.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketballhttps://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2026-03-14/global-virus-network-headquarters-open-at-usfLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleSat, 14 Mar 2026 15:11:36 WUSF: Global Virus Network's international headquarters opens at USFLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2026-03-14/global-virus-network-headquarters-open-at-usfUSF in the Newshttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/03/13/scientists-hope-to-control-red-tide-blooms/89000664007/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleFri, 13 Mar 2026 13:32:11 USA Today: Toxic tides terrorize beaches. Now scientists are fighting back.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/03/13/scientists-hope-to-control-red-tide-blooms/89000664007/USF in the News/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/connectsecure-invests-in-usfs-cybersecurity-apprenticeship-program.aspxConnectSecure has donated $100,000 to expand USF’s Cyber Florida SOCAP program, increasing opportunities for students to gain hands-on cybersecurity experience inside the university’s Security Operations Center. The gift, announced at the CyberBay 2026 Summit, underscores ConnectSecure’s commitment to developing workforce-ready talent and strengthening partnerships between industry, education and government.External ArticleFri, 13 Mar 2026 00:53:49 ConnectSecure invests in USF’s cybersecurity apprenticeship programConnectSecure has donated $100,000 to expand USF’s Cyber Florida SOCAP program, increasing opportunities for students to gain hands-on cybersecurity experience inside the university’s Security Operations Center. The gift, announced at the CyberBay 2026 Summit, underscores ConnectSecure’s commitment to developing workforce-ready talent and strengthening partnerships between industry, education and government.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research University/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2026/connectsecure-invests-in-usfs-cybersecurity-apprenticeship-program.aspxCommunity PartnershipsBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing/news/2026/two-paths-converge-at-usf-in-battle-against-infectious-disease.aspxA suggestion from a middle school student set Claudia Zamora Cisnero on a new path that led her back to USF. Learn how she’s working alongside a world-renowned scientist whose own lifelong battle with infection is fueling their study of drug-resistant bacteria.Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:50:42 From middle school classroom to medical crisis, two paths converge at USF in battle against infectious diseaseA suggestion from a middle school student set Claudia Zamora Cisnero on a new path that led her back to USF. Learn how she’s working alongside a world-renowned scientist whose own lifelong battle with infection is fueling their study of drug-resistant bacteria.Claudia and Les standing in a lab, wearing white coats, smiling, and making the "go bulls" hand gesture. Text reads "Boundless Bulls"./news/2026/two-paths-converge-at-usf-in-battle-against-infectious-disease.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,Torie Dollhttps://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/10/usf-reports-research-activity/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 15:42:33 Business Observer: USF reports $531M in research activity for 2025, 15% climb over two yearsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/10/usf-reports-research-activity/USF in the News/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxThis formalizes a strategic partnership that positions USF Health as the permanent home of GVN’s global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 10:06:12 Global Virus Network opens international headquarters at USFThis formalizes a strategic partnership that positions USF Health as the permanent home of GVN’s global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.Ribbon cutting of GVN headquarters/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthGlobal Virus Network,USF Health Morsani College of Medicinehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-helping-to-restore-tampa-bay-oyster-populations-by-3d-printing-habitat.aspxAlong the seawall of Bayboro Harbor, a group of USF students and professors installed 3D-printed habitats they hope will soon house oysters that can filter thousands of gallons of water per day – improving water quality and ecosystem health.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 09:34:12 USF helping to restore Tampa Bay’s oyster populations by 3D-printing habitatsAlong the seawall of Bayboro Harbor, a group of USF students and professors installed 3D-printed habitats they hope will soon house oysters that can filter thousands of gallons of water per day – improving water quality and ecosystem health.Students stand near Bayboro Harborhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-helping-to-restore-tampa-bay-oyster-populations-by-3d-printing-habitat.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburg/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxResearch funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of USF’s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:02:24 USF research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standingResearch funded by corporate sponsors increased 25% with the majority of USF’s expenditures derived from highly competitive federal awards from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.Two men work on a rocket/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Nursing,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2026/inside-soflo-rodeo-the-student-section-fueling-usf-mens-basketballs-american-conference-championship-season.aspxMeet the students powering the energy inside the Yuengling Center as the Bulls head to the American Conference Championship as the No. 1 seed.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:11:43 Inside SoFlo Rodeo: The student section fueling USF men’s basketball’s American Conference championship seasonMeet the students powering the energy inside the Yuengling Center as the Bulls head to the American Conference Championship as the No. 1 seed.USF men's basketball game student section/news/2026/inside-soflo-rodeo-the-student-section-fueling-usf-mens-basketballs-american-conference-championship-season.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketball,Savannah Ruizhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/marshallshepherd/2026/03/08/a-spring-breakers-guide-to-foul-smelling-sargassum-seaweed/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleSun, 08 Mar 2026 15:38:36 Forbes: A Spring Breaker’s Guide To Foul-Smelling Sargassum SeaweedLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.51°µÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/marshallshepherd/2026/03/08/a-spring-breakers-guide-to-foul-smelling-sargassum-seaweed/USF in the News