/news/Recent posts from ÎÞÂëרÇø Newsen-usSun, 24 Aug 2025 23:31:04 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2025/the-cuban-sandwich-story-how-usf-played-a-surprising-role-in-its-rise-to-fame.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø has played a major role in shaping the Cuban sandwich's legacy — from researching its history and refining Cuban bread baking methods to inspiring the creation of National Cuban Sandwich Day, now celebrated worldwide every August 23.Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:18:36 The Cuban sandwich story: How ÎÞÂëרÇø played a surprising role in its rise to fameThe ÎÞÂëרÇø has played a major role in shaping the Cuban sandwich's legacy — from researching its history and refining Cuban bread baking methods to inspiring the creation of National Cuban Sandwich Day, now celebrated worldwide every August 23.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/the-cuban-sandwich-story-how-usf-played-a-surprising-role-in-its-rise-to-fame.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/aiden-jaskolka-brown.aspxLike most future doctors, Aiden Jaskolka-Brown chose his career path out of a desire to save lives. But Jaskolka-Brown didn’t wait until he became a doctor to save lives. In 2023, he donated a segment of his left liver to a 5-month-old baby.Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:14:14 Aiden Jaskolka-BrownLike most future doctors, Aiden Jaskolka-Brown chose his career path out of a desire to save lives. But Jaskolka-Brown didn’t wait until he became a doctor to save lives. In 2023, he donated a segment of his left liver to a 5-month-old baby.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/aiden-jaskolka-brown.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/usf-doctoral-student-army-veteran-named-2025-tillman-scholar.aspxU.S. Army veteran Nathaniel Hays, a ÎÞÂëרÇø doctoral student in cellular and molecular biology, has been named a 2025 Tillman Scholar by the Pat Tillman Foundation. Selected from more than 1,700 applicants, Hays is pursuing cancer research inspired by a family history of the disease.Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:46:41 ÎÞÂëרÇø doctoral student, Army veteran named 2025 Tillman ScholarU.S. Army veteran Nathaniel Hays, a ÎÞÂëרÇø doctoral student in cellular and molecular biology, has been named a 2025 Tillman Scholar by the Pat Tillman Foundation. Selected from more than 1,700 applicants, Hays is pursuing cancer research inspired by a family history of the disease.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-doctoral-student-army-veteran-named-2025-tillman-scholar.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,Paul Guzzohttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/floridas-oyster-crisis-takes-center-stage-in-latest-musical-science-project.aspxA team of professors, musicians and students at ÎÞÂëרÇø is transforming complicated environmental data into powerful music compositions. After tackling critical issues like harmful algae blooms and red tide, the group has now composed music that highlights the environmental stressors affecting oysters in Florida.External ArticleWed, 02 Jul 2025 16:03:56 Florida’s oyster crisis takes center stage in latest musical-science projectA team of professors, musicians and students at ÎÞÂëרÇø is transforming complicated environmental data into powerful music compositions. After tackling critical issues like harmful algae blooms and red tide, the group has now composed music that highlights the environmental stressors affecting oysters in Florida.View of the ocean with music note graphics labeled 'Oysters Ain't Safe'https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/floridas-oyster-crisis-takes-center-stage-in-latest-musical-science-project.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg/news/2025/usf-student-helping-shape-the-future-of-national-security.aspxFor May Birch, national security isn’t just a field of study—it’s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.Mon, 09 Jun 2025 08:00:00 From classroom to command: ÎÞÂëרÇø student helping shape the future of national securityFor May Birch, national security isn’t just a field of study—it’s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.A photo of student May Birch showing the 'go bulls' hand gesture. Graphic text says, Boundless Bulls./news/2025/usf-student-helping-shape-the-future-of-national-security.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Global and National Security Institute,Judy Genshaft Honors College,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Torie Dollhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/hurricane-oral-history-project-to-collect-stories-of-loss-transformation-and-hope.aspxThe Hurricane Histories project will feature the experiences of those impacted across Tampa Bay, helping preserve their stories of loss, transformation and hope.External ArticleTue, 03 Jun 2025 09:23:04 ÎÞÂëרÇø researcher recording oral histories of those impacted by 2024 hurricane seasonThe Hurricane Histories project will feature the experiences of those impacted across Tampa Bay, helping preserve their stories of loss, transformation and hope.Group of people on boat in a flooded roadhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/hurricane-oral-history-project-to-collect-stories-of-loss-transformation-and-hope.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg/news/2025/how-do-floridians-perceive-ai-in-mental-health-and-health-care.aspxDuring Mental Health Awareness Month, ÎÞÂëרÇø and FAU researchers release results from a statewide public opinion survey that measures mental health experiences and attitudes toward the use of artificial intelligence in health care.Wed, 21 May 2025 07:46:18 How do Floridians perceive AI in mental health and health care?During Mental Health Awareness Month, ÎÞÂëרÇø and FAU researchers release results from a statewide public opinion survey that measures mental health experiences and attitudes toward the use of artificial intelligence in health care.Doctor sits at computer with AI graphics in front of him/news/2025/how-do-floridians-perceive-ai-in-mental-health-and-health-care.aspxResearch and InnovationAlthea Johnson,College of Arts and Sciences/news/2025/how-usf-hurricane-experts-are-helping-improve-evacuation-procedures-across-tampa-ba.aspxAs hurricane season approaches, researchers at the ÎÞÂëרÇø are turning to the public to help government agencies improve emergency communication and evacuation strategies. They want to know how residents heeded warnings ahead of hurricanes Helene and Milton.Mon, 19 May 2025 07:46:48 How ÎÞÂëרÇø hurricane experts are helping improve evacuation procedures across Tampa BayAs hurricane season approaches, researchers at the ÎÞÂëרÇø are turning to the public to help government agencies improve emergency communication and evacuation strategies. They want to know how residents heeded warnings ahead of hurricanes Helene and Milton.beach homes destroyed by Hurricane Milton/news/2025/how-usf-hurricane-experts-are-helping-improve-evacuation-procedures-across-tampa-ba.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Hurricane,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Tina Meketa/news/2025/behind-the-horns-meet-the-uef-students-who-were-rocky-d-bull.aspxFor years, they hid in plain sight, lifting spirits and energizing crowds as the university’s beloved mascot, Rocky D. Bull. Now that they’ve graduated, three Rockys are allowed to take off the mask and share what it’s really like to be the face of ÎÞÂëרÇø.Mon, 12 May 2025 11:10:49 Behind the horns: Meet the ÎÞÂëרÇø students who were Rocky D. BullFor years, they hid in plain sight, lifting spirits and energizing crowds as the university’s beloved mascot, Rocky D. Bull. Now that they’ve graduated, three Rockys are allowed to take off the mask and share what it’s really like to be the face of ÎÞÂëרÇø.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/behind-the-horns-meet-the-uef-students-who-were-rocky-d-bull.aspxStudent Success,ÎÞÂëרÇø AthleticsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Muma College of Business,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo,ÎÞÂëרÇø Athletics/news/2025/usf-siblings-bring-tedx-back-to-tampa-inspire-with-lift-as-you-climb-theme.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø siblings Harikrishna and Krishna Patel curated a TEDx Talk at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa. Their effort, shaped in part by unexpected leadership roles on a global stage, received support from a team of 50, half of whom were ÎÞÂëרÇø students and alumni.Mon, 05 May 2025 08:52:07 ÎÞÂëרÇø siblings bring TEDx back to Tampa, inspire with ‘Lift As You Climb’ themeÎÞÂëרÇø siblings Harikrishna and Krishna Patel curated a TEDx Talk at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa. Their effort, shaped in part by unexpected leadership roles on a global stage, received support from a team of 50, half of whom were ÎÞÂëרÇø students and alumni.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-siblings-bring-tedx-back-to-tampa-inspire-with-lift-as-you-climb-theme.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student Success,ÎÞÂëרÇø in the NewsBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Arts and Sciences,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/tammy-and-bennett-moscato.aspxMother and son Tammy and Bennett Moscato attended ÎÞÂëרÇø together. Now, they are both graduating this spring.Fri, 02 May 2025 08:41:37 Tammy and Bennett MoscatoMother and son Tammy and Bennett Moscato attended ÎÞÂëרÇø together. Now, they are both graduating this spring.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/tammy-and-bennett-moscato.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Education,Department of Psychology,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/could-the-last-of-us-really-happen-usf-mycology-expert-breaks-down-the-fungus-behind-the-fiction.aspxHBO’s The Last of Us might be a dystopian thrill ride, but how real is its core concept that a fungus could hijack the human brain? A ÎÞÂëרÇø microbiology professor explains what’s fact and what’s fiction.Thu, 01 May 2025 14:56:19 Could 'The Last of Us' really happen? ÎÞÂëרÇø mycology expert breaks down the fungus behind the fictionHBO’s The Last of Us might be a dystopian thrill ride, but how real is its core concept that a fungus could hijack the human brain? A ÎÞÂëרÇø microbiology professor explains what’s fact and what’s fiction.El-Rady and Selina in the lab with same theme of The Last of Us /news/2025/could-the-last-of-us-really-happen-usf-mycology-expert-breaks-down-the-fungus-behind-the-fiction.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences/news/2025/usf-study-finds-opioid-control-policies-may-reduce-domestic-violence.aspxThe research suggests a correlation between opioid misuse and domestic violence, offering broader public health implications beyond addiction.Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:00:00 ÎÞÂëרÇø study finds opioid control policies may reduce domestic violenceThe research suggests a correlation between opioid misuse and domestic violence, offering broader public health implications beyond addiction.pill bottle knocked over/news/2025/usf-study-finds-opioid-control-policies-may-reduce-domestic-violence.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,Department of Economics/news/2025/what-rattlesnake-venom-can-teach-us-about-evolution.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø researchers find that island snakes adapt their venom in surprising ways, offering new clues about how animals evolve in changing environments.Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:00:00 What rattlesnake venom can teach us about evolutionÎÞÂëרÇø researchers find that island snakes adapt their venom in surprising ways, offering new clues about how animals evolve in changing environments.A rattlesnake sitting in front of a bush with pink flowers/news/2025/what-rattlesnake-venom-can-teach-us-about-evolution.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,Department of Integrative Biologyhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/composting-initiative-to-reduce-food-waste-and-support-urban-agriculture-in-st-petersburg.aspxA new partnership between ÎÞÂëרÇø and the city of St. Petersburg will bring an industrial-sized composter to campus, with the goal of reducing tons of food waste from landfills and creating compost for community gardens and urban farms.External ArticleMon, 21 Apr 2025 11:56:31 ÎÞÂëרÇø composting initiative to reduce food waste and support urban agriculture in St. PetersburgA new partnership between ÎÞÂëרÇø and the city of St. Petersburg will bring an industrial-sized composter to campus, with the goal of reducing tons of food waste from landfills and creating compost for community gardens and urban farms.Person composts for gardenhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/composting-initiative-to-reduce-food-waste-and-support-urban-agriculture-in-st-petersburg.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Arts and Sciences,St. Petersburg,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/brewing-arts-internship-certificate-ceremony.aspxNearly two dozen students received their certificates of completion for the ÎÞÂëרÇø Brewing Arts program. It’s a collaboration between the College of Arts and Sciences, Muma College of Business and local and national breweries.External ArticleFri, 04 Apr 2025 15:52:24 ÎÞÂëרÇø Brewing Arts Program helps professionals tap into new careersNearly two dozen students received their certificates of completion for the ÎÞÂëרÇø Brewing Arts program. It’s a collaboration between the College of Arts and Sciences, Muma College of Business and local and national breweries.ÎÞÂëרÇø students complete the Brewing Arts programhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/brewing-arts-internship-certificate-ceremony.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,Muma College of Business,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/tracking-giants-how-department-of-integrative-biology-professors-research-is-rooted-in-conservation-and-community.aspxLucas Griffin, an assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, is dedicating his research to uncovering how marine life navigate their habitats, overcoming both natural and human-induced challenges. His goal is to contribute to sustainability initiatives that protect marine ecosystems while supporting the communities that rely on them.External ArticleSat, 29 Mar 2025 08:29:11 Tracking Giants: How a Department of Integrative Biology professor’s research is rooted in conservation and communityLucas Griffin, an assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, is dedicating his research to uncovering how marine life navigate their habitats, overcoming both natural and human-induced challenges. His goal is to contribute to sustainability initiatives that protect marine ecosystems while supporting the communities that rely on them.ÎÞÂëרÇø Integrative Biology Professor Lucas Griffin sits on a boat/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/tracking-giants-how-department-of-integrative-biology-professors-research-is-rooted-in-conservation-and-community.aspxResearch and InnovationBe Bold,College of Arts and Sciences/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-among-2024-class-of-aaas-fellows.aspxThis is the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.External ArticleThu, 27 Mar 2025 11:43:57 Eleven ÎÞÂëרÇø faculty among 2024 class of Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of ScienceThis is the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.Grid of headshots of 11 ÎÞÂëרÇø faculty members who were named AAAS Fellows/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-among-2024-class-of-aaas-fellows.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationAAAS,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,Research and Innovationhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/results-from-usf-study-on-kids-digital-media-use-reveal-benefits-of-smartphones.aspxThe Life in Media Survey, led by a team of researchers at the ÎÞÂëרÇø, surveyed more than 1,500 tweens in Florida. Findings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people’s digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.External ArticleTue, 25 Mar 2025 08:40:32 ÎÞÂëרÇø study reveals how smartphones may benefit kids, risks of posting publicly to social mediaThe Life in Media Survey, led by a team of researchers at the ÎÞÂëרÇø, surveyed more than 1,500 tweens in Florida. Findings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people’s digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.Children look at smart phoneshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/results-from-usf-study-on-kids-digital-media-use-reveal-benefits-of-smartphones.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg/news/2025/usf-is-digitally-preserving-egmont-keys-historic-harbor-pilot-village.aspxDue to damage their village incurred during back-to-back hurricanes, after more than a century, Egmont Key’s harbor pilots might no longer have a presence on the island. But ÎÞÂëרÇø’s Access 3D Lab has memorialized the historic village through 3D scans.Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:29:03 ÎÞÂëרÇø is digitally preserving Egmont Key's historic harbor pilot villageDue to damage their village incurred during back-to-back hurricanes, after more than a century, Egmont Key’s harbor pilots might no longer have a presence on the island. But ÎÞÂëרÇø’s Access 3D Lab has memorialized the historic village through 3D scans.Expert sitting on the computer/news/2025/usf-is-digitally-preserving-egmont-keys-historic-harbor-pilot-village.aspxCommunity PartnershipsAccess 3D Lab,College of Arts and Sciences,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/from-first-generation-student-to-future-pediatrician-meet-usfs-julio-blanco.aspxJulio Blanco is the first in his family to attend college. Joining ÎÞÂëרÇø was a monumental feat given the adversity he faced growing up, which included periods of homelessness and his family facing financial hardship. But he never let that get in the way of achieving his dreams. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:15:20 From first-generation student to future pediatrician, meet ÎÞÂëרÇø’s Julio Blanco IIIJulio Blanco is the first in his family to attend college. Joining ÎÞÂëרÇø was a monumental feat given the adversity he faced growing up, which included periods of homelessness and his family facing financial hardship. But he never let that get in the way of achieving his dreams. Julio Blanco/news/2025/from-first-generation-student-to-future-pediatrician-meet-usfs-julio-blanco.aspxStudent SuccessBe Bold,College of Arts and Sciences,Dave Scheiber/news/2025/what-sparked-usf-student-libby-royers-passion-for-storm-proofing-coastlines.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø doctoral student Libby Royer has taken an active role in future-proofing Tampa Bay. Her research revolves around the impacts of hurricanes on coastlines and how coastal communities can better prepare for future storms.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:54:33 What sparked ÎÞÂëרÇø student Libby Royer’s passion for storm-proofing coastlinesÎÞÂëרÇø doctoral student Libby Royer has taken an active role in future-proofing Tampa Bay. Her research revolves around the impacts of hurricanes on coastlines and how coastal communities can better prepare for future storms.Libby Royer/news/2025/what-sparked-usf-student-libby-royers-passion-for-storm-proofing-coastlines.aspxStudent SuccessBe Bold,College of Arts and Sciences,Dave Scheiber/news/2025/college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing-will-fosterusf-wide-collaborations.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø’s Bellini College is set to revolutionize education by producing job-ready professionals in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing. By integrating AI across disciplines in all ÎÞÂëרÇø colleges, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:24:44 Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster ÎÞÂëרÇø-wide collaborationsÎÞÂëרÇø’s Bellini College is set to revolutionize education by producing job-ready professionals in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing. By integrating AI across disciplines in all ÎÞÂëרÇø colleges, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.Graphic shows a hub and spoke wheel demonstrating the ÎÞÂëרÇø College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing/news/2025/college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing-will-fosterusf-wide-collaborations.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Cybersecurity,Muma College of Business,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo,ÎÞÂëרÇø Information Technology/news/2025/why-shallow-water-at-the-beach-is-more-important-than-you-might-realize.aspxHabitats along the coastline provide immense ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 10:00:00 Why shallow water at the beach is more important than you might realizeHabitats along the coastline provide immense ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.Aerial view of the keys /news/2025/why-shallow-water-at-the-beach-is-more-important-than-you-might-realize.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences/news/2025/from-classroom-to-discovery-usf-students-make-waves-with-transformative-research.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø students showcased their research at one of the largest multidisciplinary research conferences in the country.Fri, 14 Feb 2025 09:21:48 From classroom to discovery: ÎÞÂëרÇø students make waves with transformative researchÎÞÂëרÇø students showcased their research at one of the largest multidisciplinary research conferences in the country.Students standing with their poster boards /news/2025/from-classroom-to-discovery-usf-students-make-waves-with-transformative-research.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and Innovation,Student SuccessCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Muma College of Business/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of ÎÞÂëרÇø history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:44:00 ÎÞÂëרÇø women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and moreÎÞÂëרÇø women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of ÎÞÂëרÇø history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.ÎÞÂëרÇø women's lacrosse game/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø Athletics,University NewsAAU,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Nursing,Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering,Department of Criminology,Judy Genshaft Honors College,Muma College of Business,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo,ÎÞÂëרÇø Athletics,ÎÞÂëרÇø Health,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Communications/news/2025/from-ballet-to-brain-injury-advocacy-meet-usf-student-and-miss-tampa-alexandra-de-roos.aspxAfter a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at ÎÞÂëרÇø as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:21:13 From ballet to brain injury advocacy: Meet ÎÞÂëרÇø student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de RoosAfter a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at ÎÞÂëרÇø as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/from-ballet-to-brain-injury-advocacy-meet-usf-student-and-miss-tampa-alexandra-de-roos.aspxUniversity NewsBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Department of Psychology,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo,President Judy Genshaft/news/2025/how-usfs-commitment-to-the-community-is-paying-off-with-new-partnerships.aspxFrom improving area neighborhoods, to advancing innovation and strengthening ties with government agencies, ÎÞÂëרÇø is proving what’s possible when people of different disciplines unite. Learn more about what’s been accomplished since the formation of the Office of University Community Partnerships.Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:22:56 ÎÞÂëרÇø’s commitment to community drives new partnerships and innovationFrom improving area neighborhoods, to advancing innovation and strengthening ties with government agencies, ÎÞÂëרÇø is proving what’s possible when people of different disciplines unite. Learn more about what’s been accomplished since the formation of the Office of University Community Partnerships.Christian Wells at community conversation event/news/2025/how-usfs-commitment-to-the-community-is-paying-off-with-new-partnerships.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and Innovation,ÎÞÂëרÇø Health,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Office of University Community Partnerships,Tampa General Hospital,Tina Meketa,ÎÞÂëרÇø Healthhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/joey-and-jennifer-redner-give-22m-support-campus-stadium-brewing-arts-program?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8V18UOUfRORkFXRB9V225ShjBY4yKsAA-2UCf8MXUgaz8ii-YutBDFwh1ISsXPxZ5w_LZzdRVvJIV8_RQQin6WZTBFcg%26_hsmi=344533738The donation comes from Joey Redner, the founder of Cigar City Brewing in Tampa, and his wife, Jennifer. Through their gift, the Redners will be supporting ÎÞÂëרÇø students hoping to learn the ropes of the growing brewing arts business and for their love of Bulls football, having followed the team since it was founded in 1997.External ArticleTue, 28 Jan 2025 13:21:22 ÎÞÂëרÇø receives gift of more than $2 million to support on-campus stadium and brewing arts programThe donation comes from Joey Redner, the founder of Cigar City Brewing in Tampa, and his wife, Jennifer. Through their gift, the Redners will be supporting ÎÞÂëרÇø students hoping to learn the ropes of the growing brewing arts business and for their love of Bulls football, having followed the team since it was founded in 1997.Rendering of outside ÎÞÂëרÇø stadiumhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/joey-and-jennifer-redner-give-22m-support-campus-stadium-brewing-arts-program?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8V18UOUfRORkFXRB9V225ShjBY4yKsAA-2UCf8MXUgaz8ii-YutBDFwh1ISsXPxZ5w_LZzdRVvJIV8_RQQin6WZTBFcg%26_hsmi=344533738ÎÞÂëרÇø FoundationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Stadium,ÎÞÂëרÇø Football,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg/news/2025/usf-partners-on-15m-grant-to-revitalize-underserved-hillsborough-county-community-with-jobs-and-clean-water.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø is collaborating with the University Area Community Development Corp. to bring transformative changes, including workforce development and clean water, to the underserved University Area neighborhood.Mon, 27 Jan 2025 15:47:09 ÎÞÂëרÇø partners on $15M grant to revitalize underserved Hillsborough County community with jobs and clean waterThe ÎÞÂëרÇø is collaborating with the University Area Community Development Corp. to bring transformative changes, including workforce development and clean water, to the underserved University Area neighborhood.A rendering of what the new developed area around the center will look like. /news/2025/usf-partners-on-15m-grant-to-revitalize-underserved-hillsborough-county-community-with-jobs-and-clean-water.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,MyÎÞÂëרÇøhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/celebrating-inauguration-day-a-conversation-about-the-american-tradition.aspxInauguration Day has changed dramatically over the years while maintaining some key traditions for a ceremony that ushers in a new American president. Learn more about the history of Inauguration Day and its importance today.External ArticleFri, 17 Jan 2025 13:58:08 Celebrating Inauguration Day: A conversation about the American tradition, then and nowInauguration Day has changed dramatically over the years while maintaining some key traditions for a ceremony that ushers in a new American president. Learn more about the history of Inauguration Day and its importance today.U.S. Capitol building during inaugurationhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/celebrating-inauguration-day-a-conversation-about-the-american-tradition.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/4.8m-mellon-foundation-grant-opens-internship-opportunities-for-usf-humanities-students.aspxThe Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities. The five-year, $4.8 million grant will support about 900 students each year in otherwise unpaid internships.External ArticleWed, 15 Jan 2025 13:54:59 $4.8M Mellon Foundation grant opens internship opportunities for ÎÞÂëרÇø humanities studentsThe Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities. The five-year, $4.8 million grant will support about 900 students each year in otherwise unpaid internships.Two women at a table with archive materials/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/4.8m-mellon-foundation-grant-opens-internship-opportunities-for-usf-humanities-students.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences/news/2025/your-work-habits-may-be-threatening-your-sleep-usf-led-study-shows.aspxPeople whose jobs are highly sedentary – an estimated 80% of the modern workforce – experience a much higher risk of insomnia symptoms.Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:50:17 Your work habits may be threatening your sleep, ÎÞÂëרÇø-led study showsPeople whose jobs are highly sedentary – an estimated 80% of the modern workforce – experience a much higher risk of insomnia symptoms.Man naps at his desk/news/2025/your-work-habits-may-be-threatening-your-sleep-usf-led-study-shows.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,John Dudley,MyÎÞÂëרÇø/news/2024/student-speakers-shine-at-fall-commencement.aspxNearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during this fall’s commencement. The group, which represented 93 countries, 42 states and 11 U.S. territories, included 47 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average and 107 military veterans. All now share a common theme – they are ÎÞÂëרÇø alumni.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:46:35 ÎÞÂëרÇø graduates celebrate unwavering support, resiliency during fall commencementNearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during this fall’s commencement. The group, which represented 93 countries, 42 states and 11 U.S. territories, included 47 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average and 107 military veterans. All now share a common theme – they are ÎÞÂëרÇø alumni.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/student-speakers-shine-at-fall-commencement.aspxStudent Success,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Design Art and Performance,College of Education,College of Engineering,College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Pharmacy,College of Public Health,College of The Arts,Commencement,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo,School of Aging Studies,School of Architecture and Community Design,School of Art & Art History,School of Geosciences,School of Goesciences,School of Hospitality and Tourism Management,School of Interdisciplinary Studies,School of Music,School of Public Affairs,School of Theatre & Dance/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxAs 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on ÎÞÂëרÇø’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:29:14 Top stories of 2024As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on ÎÞÂëרÇø’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Collage of polaroid photos with the words, 2024, a bold, new era/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Design Art and Performance,College of Education,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Pharmacy,College of Public Health,Florida Legislature,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,President Rhea Law,Tampa General Hospital,Tina Meketa,Top Stories,ÎÞÂëרÇø Athletics,ÎÞÂëרÇø Health,ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-named-nai-fellows.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø researchers are being recognized for their groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in chemical engineering to treat cancer and other challenging diseases and nanomaterials engineering for multifunctional manufacturing applications.External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 00:33:34 Two ÎÞÂëרÇø faculty members named NAI fellowsThe ÎÞÂëרÇø researchers are being recognized for their groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in chemical engineering to treat cancer and other challenging diseases and nanomaterials engineering for multifunctional manufacturing applications.Graphic with JIanfeng Chi and Ashok Kumar congratulated for being named 2024 NAI Fellow/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-named-nai-fellows.aspxHonors and AwardsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Research and Innovation/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during ÎÞÂëרÇø’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:20:14 ÎÞÂëרÇø sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during ÎÞÂëרÇø’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Neda Latifi and Russel Kramer in a research lab/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,ÎÞÂëרÇø Health,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxThis graduating class includes a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:10:14 ÎÞÂëרÇø to confer nearly 4,000 degrees during fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 13-14This graduating class includes a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo,School of Geosciences,ÎÞÂëרÇø Information Technology/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxWith hurricane season officially over, the ÎÞÂëרÇø hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:15:58 ÎÞÂëרÇø brings together regional emergency responders to evaluate recent hurricane preparedness, recoveryWith hurricane season officially over, the ÎÞÂëרÇø hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.Elizabeth Dunn speaks to a conference room during the Tampa Bay hurricane sessions/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Public Health,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Office of University Community Partnerships,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/gandy-bridge.aspxWhen built 100 years ago, the Gandy Bridge helped create the Tampa Bay area that consists of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. That story is told through the archives stored in ÎÞÂëרÇø Special Collections.Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:26:43 Gandy Bridge turns 100, how ÎÞÂëרÇø is preserving its historyWhen built 100 years ago, the Gandy Bridge helped create the Tampa Bay area that consists of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. That story is told through the archives stored in ÎÞÂëרÇø Special Collections.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/gandy-bridge.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo,ÎÞÂëרÇø Libraries/news/2024/manatee-study.aspxManatees are undoubtedly a part of Florida culture. But they might also be relatively new residents in the Sunshine State, according to a research paper written by Thomas Pluckhahn, a professor of anthropology at the ÎÞÂëרÇø.Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:00:03 Why manatees are likely not Florida nativesManatees are undoubtedly a part of Florida culture. But they might also be relatively new residents in the Sunshine State, according to a research paper written by Thomas Pluckhahn, a professor of anthropology at the ÎÞÂëרÇø.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/manatee-study.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/usf-research-explores-volcanic-caves-advancing-the-search-for-life-on-mars.aspxAn international research team led by ÎÞÂëרÇø professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:20:25 How volcanic cave research is advancing the search for life on MarsAn international research team led by ÎÞÂëרÇø professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.A man on his knees navigating through the lava tube/news/2024/usf-research-explores-volcanic-caves-advancing-the-search-for-life-on-mars.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyÎÞÂëרÇøhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxA groundbreaking new study conducted by the ÎÞÂëרÇø will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.External ArticleThu, 14 Nov 2024 16:45:29 ÎÞÂëרÇø researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media useA groundbreaking new study conducted by the ÎÞÂëרÇø will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.Four kids sit on couch looking at their cell phoneshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Public Health,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-professor-confirms-egyptians-drank-hallucinogenic-cocktails-in-ancient-rituals.aspxThrough advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual.Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:30:24 ÎÞÂëרÇø professor confirms Egyptians drank hallucinogenic cocktails in ancient ritualsThrough advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual.close up of Davide holding the 3D printed replica of the mug/news/2024/usf-professor-confirms-egyptians-drank-hallucinogenic-cocktails-in-ancient-rituals.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyÎÞÂëרÇø/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from ÎÞÂëרÇø's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:36:48 ÎÞÂëרÇø student intersects medicine and lawAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from ÎÞÂëרÇø's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Zayn Mohamed looking at a screen showing an MRI scan. Text says, Boundless Bulls./news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxStudent Success,ÎÞÂëרÇø HealthAlumni,Boundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,MyÎÞÂëרÇø/news/2024/despite-democracy-concerns-researchers-find-americans-very-interested-in-election.aspxAccording to the survey, heightened political interest and general faith in the integrity of American elections is mixed with persistent worries about whether democracy is working in the United States and the extent of social media’s influence on democratic institutions and processes.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:01:45 Despite democracy concerns, researchers find Americans very interested in electionAccording to the survey, heightened political interest and general faith in the integrity of American elections is mixed with persistent worries about whether democracy is working in the United States and the extent of social media’s influence on democratic institutions and processes.Ballot booths/news/2024/despite-democracy-concerns-researchers-find-americans-very-interested-in-election.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Ryan Hughes/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-marcus-cooke-awarded-2-million-grant-to-advance-creation-of-new-device-simplifying-the-testing-for-damaged-dna.aspxDr. Marcus Cooke has been awarded a $2 million grant from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences to develop a novel device for automating the comet assay — essentially making it easier and faster to test cells for DNA damage.External ArticleTue, 29 Oct 2024 10:20:38 ÎÞÂëרÇø researchers awarded $2 million to create device for simplifying DNA damage testingDr. Marcus Cooke has been awarded a $2 million grant from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences to develop a novel device for automating the comet assay — essentially making it easier and faster to test cells for DNA damage.DNA damage testing machine/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-marcus-cooke-awarded-2-million-grant-to-advance-creation-of-new-device-simplifying-the-testing-for-damaged-dna.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences/news/2024/usf-researchers-reveal-key-findings-from-national-voter-opinion-survey-on-the-economy-and-political-stress.aspxFindings from ÎÞÂëרÇø researchers show most American voters agree the upcoming presidential election will significantly impact the economy moving forward and that political stress has remained consistent during this election cycle.Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:40:46 ÎÞÂëרÇø researchers reveal key findings from national voter opinion survey on the economy and political stressFindings from ÎÞÂëרÇø researchers show most American voters agree the upcoming presidential election will significantly impact the economy moving forward and that political stress has remained consistent during this election cycle.American flag next to a picture of the U.S. Capitol and a "vote" pin/news/2024/usf-researchers-reveal-key-findings-from-national-voter-opinion-survey-on-the-economy-and-political-stress.aspxResearch and InnovationAlthea Johnson,College of Arts and Sciences/news/2024/usf-and-defense-agencies-headquartered-at-macdill-air-force-base-sign-landmark-agreement.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:37:00 ÎÞÂëרÇø and defense agencies headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base sign landmark agreementThe ÎÞÂëרÇø has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.MacDill Air Force Base/news/2024/usf-and-defense-agencies-headquartered-at-macdill-air-force-base-sign-landmark-agreement.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Research and Innovation,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyÎÞÂëרÇø,Tina Meketahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/flooding-cris-hazard-app-.aspxA team of researchers led by ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg GIS and Remote Sensing Professor Barnali Dixon used the CRIS-HAZARD app to analyze real-time flooding in Pinellas County. The web-based application gathers crowdsourced data to identify flooding and inform policy in vulnerable coastal communities.External ArticleFri, 04 Oct 2024 16:51:17 ÎÞÂëרÇø-developed app tracks coastal flooding during Hurricane HeleneA team of researchers led by ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg GIS and Remote Sensing Professor Barnali Dixon used the CRIS-HAZARD app to analyze real-time flooding in Pinellas County. The web-based application gathers crowdsourced data to identify flooding and inform policy in vulnerable coastal communities.Flooded street in St. Petersburghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/flooding-cris-hazard-app-.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,ÎÞÂëרÇø St. Petersburg