/business/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usFri, 26 Jun 2026 01:16:26 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.powerbrokernews.com/post/are-black-entrepreneurs-leveraging-ai-as-a-game-changer-new-survey-to-reveal-ai-adoption-rates-in-tA groundbreaking research initiative in Tampa Bay will help determine if artificial intelligence, often considered a great equalizer, is mitigating racial and economic gaps or widening entrepreneurial divides.External ArticleTue, 16 Jun 2026 18:24:03 Are Black entrepreneurs leveraging AI as a game changer? New survey to reveal AI adoption rates in Tampa Bay - Power Broker NewsA groundbreaking research initiative in Tampa Bay will help determine if artificial intelligence, often considered a great equalizer, is mitigating racial and economic gaps or widening entrepreneurial divides.black couple in front of a signhttps://www.powerbrokernews.com/post/are-black-entrepreneurs-leveraging-ai-as-a-game-changer-new-survey-to-reveal-ai-adoption-rates-in-tEntrepreneurship,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systemshttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/07/tampa-st--pete-job-market-on-the-rise-for-college-graduates-as-recent-study-shows-area-to-be-one-of-the-fastest-growing-in-the-nationA recent study shows the job market in Tampa and St. Petersburg to be one of the fastest growing in the nation.External ArticleSun, 07 Jun 2026 17:18:04 Study: Tampa-St. Pete job market on the rise for college graduates, one of the fastest growing in the nation - Bay News 9A recent study shows the job market in Tampa and St. Petersburg to be one of the fastest growing in the nation.shivendu shivenduhttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/06/07/tampa-st--pete-job-market-on-the-rise-for-college-graduates-as-recent-study-shows-area-to-be-one-of-the-fastest-growing-in-the-nationResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxThe newly formed Council on Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity oversaw six internal award competitions. Collectively, these programs represent a $1.7 million investment supporting 60 principal investigators across 12 colleges.External ArticleThu, 21 May 2026 17:13:20 91�Թ��� invests $1.7 million in 60 faculty across 12 colleges to foster research innovation, collaboration and impact - USF ResearchThe newly formed Council on Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity oversaw six internal award competitions. Collectively, these programs represent a $1.7 million investment supporting 60 principal investigators across 12 colleges.research/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-announces-spring-2026-internal-grant-awards-recipients.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/05-07-usf-muma-business-students-named-king-oneal-scholars.aspxAside from their perfect academic records, they shared their stories of resiliency, achievement, and what made their time 91�Թ��� so special.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 07 May 2026 15:39:55 Achieving GPA perfection: Muma students named King O’Neal ScholarsAside from their perfect academic records, they shared their stories of resiliency, achievement, and what made their time 91�Թ��� so special.king o'neal scholars /business/news/2026/05-07-usf-muma-business-students-named-king-oneal-scholars.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Information Systems,School of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation/business/news/2026/roi-spring-decoding-the-pressure.aspxHow researchers are using AI to detect burnout from classrooms to boardrooms.By: Camille C. KnoxWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Decoding the PressureHow researchers are using AI to detect burnout from classrooms to boardrooms.illustrated face with mental issues overlayed/business/news/2026/roi-spring-decoding-the-pressure.aspxResearch and InnovationLynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-empathetic-chatbot-worse.aspxAfter a service failure, customers expect empathy. When a human employee understands a customer’s frustration and shows they share that feeling, it can calm tensions and rebuild trust. But new research suggests that when a chatbot tries the same tactic, it can backfire.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 When an empathetic chatbot can make things worseAfter a service failure, customers expect empathy. When a human employee understands a customer’s frustration and shows they share that feeling, it can calm tensions and rebuild trust. But new research suggests that when a chatbot tries the same tactic, it can backfire.blue robot with a smile/business/news/2026/roi-spring-empathetic-chatbot-worse.aspxResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-online-reviews-repetition.aspxMost of us assume we carefully weigh online reviews before making a purchase. New research suggests something simpler — and more powerful — is at work: repetition.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Online reviews: Repetition matters more than reading it closelyMost of us assume we carefully weigh online reviews before making a purchase. New research suggests something simpler — and more powerful — is at work: repetition.hands working on a laptop giving a five-star review/business/news/2026/roi-spring-online-reviews-repetition.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-partnerships-art-of-academic-industry-collaborations.aspxWhen curiosity meets the marketplaceBy Vickie ChachereWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 The Art of Academic-Industry CollaborationsWhen curiosity meets the marketplaceIllustration of four people with conversation bubbles and lightbulb/business/news/2026/roi-spring-partnerships-art-of-academic-industry-collaborations.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems,School of Marketing and Innovation,Supply Chain/business/news/2026/roi-spring-partnerships-with-purpose.aspxHow Academic-Industry Research is Uncovering Valuable Insights for IndustryBy Vickie ChachereWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Partnerships with PurposeHow Academic-Industry Research is Uncovering Valuable Insights for Industryone hand passing paper to another/business/news/2026/roi-spring-partnerships-with-purpose.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems,School of Marketing and Innovation,Supply Chain/business/news/2026/roi-spring-research-development-breaking-plateaus.aspxFast growth is often the hallmark of information technology companies. But that speed comes with risk.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 R&D: The key to breaking through plateaus for tech firmsFast growth is often the hallmark of information technology companies. But that speed comes with risk.people working in a lab with computers/business/news/2026/roi-spring-research-development-breaking-plateaus.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-training-ai-before-the-hack.aspxArtificial intelligence now powers many cyber defense tools, from malware detection to intrusion monitoring. But attackers have learned how to manipulate those systems, subtly altering malicious code to slip past AI defenses. A new framework aims to close that gap.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 Training AI to think like a hacker, before the hack happensArtificial intelligence now powers many cyber defense tools, from malware detection to intrusion monitoring. But attackers have learned how to manipulate those systems, subtly altering malicious code to slip past AI defenses. A new framework aims to close that gap.digital chain in front of a server stack/business/news/2026/roi-spring-training-ai-before-the-hack.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-what-drives-supplier-choices.aspxWhen retailers shop for manufacturing capacity online, they move fast, and they’re watching the bottom line. New research co-authored by Lu Kong, assistant professor of information systems at the 91�Թ���, finds that production speed and price outweigh nearly every other factor when retailers choose suppliers on digital marketplaces.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 What really drives retailers’ online supplier choicesWhen retailers shop for manufacturing capacity online, they move fast, and they’re watching the bottom line. New research co-authored by Lu Kong, assistant professor of information systems at the 91�Թ���, finds that production speed and price outweigh nearly every other factor when retailers choose suppliers on digital marketplaces.graphic showing connected store fronts/business/news/2026/roi-spring-what-drives-supplier-choices.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/roi-spring-when-live-streams-too-big-viewers-quiet.aspxOn live-streaming platforms, growth alone isn’t enough. Strong, well-matched moderation helps sustain meaningful participation as audiences expand.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:11:08 When live streams get too big, viewers go quietOn live-streaming platforms, growth alone isn’t enough. Strong, well-matched moderation helps sustain meaningful participation as audiences expand.person with headphones on looking at a wall of different screens/business/news/2026/roi-spring-when-live-streams-too-big-viewers-quiet.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/new-study-reveals-chatbot-empathy-can-worsen-customer-reactions/ar-AA21nrfV?ocid=BingNewsVerp%26apiversion=v2%26domshim=1%26noservercache=1%26noservertelemetry=1%26batchservertelemetry=1%26renderwebcomponents=1%26wcseo=1The study, published in MIS Quarterly, finds that empathetic responses from AI-powered service chatbots can unintentionally worsen customer reactions.External ArticleTue, 21 Apr 2026 11:23:34 New study reveals chatbot empathy can worsen customer reactions - MSNThe study, published in MIS Quarterly, finds that empathetic responses from AI-powered service chatbots can unintentionally worsen customer reactions.chatbot empathyhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/new-study-reveals-chatbot-empathy-can-worsen-customer-reactions/ar-AA21nrfV?ocid=BingNewsVerp%26apiversion=v2%26domshim=1%26noservercache=1%26noservertelemetry=1%26batchservertelemetry=1%26renderwebcomponents=1%26wcseo=1Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/04-20-chatbot-empathy-can-worsen-customer-reactions-usf-study.aspxThe findings suggest that customers hold different expectations for humans and artificial intelligence, particularly around emotional awareness. Making chatbots more humanlike is not always the right strategy.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 20 Apr 2026 00:23:54 91�Թ��� study reveals chatbots with empathy can worsen customer reactionsThe findings suggest that customers hold different expectations for humans and artificial intelligence, particularly around emotional awareness. Making chatbots more humanlike is not always the right strategy.chatbot empathy/business/news/2026/04-20-chatbot-empathy-can-worsen-customer-reactions-usf-study.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systemshttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1124985The study, published in MIS Quarterly, finds that empathetic responses from AI-powered service chatbots can unintentionally worsen customer reactions.External ArticleMon, 20 Apr 2026 00:05:09 New USF study: Chatbot empathy can worsen customer reactions - EurekAlert!The study, published in MIS Quarterly, finds that empathetic responses from AI-powered service chatbots can unintentionally worsen customer reactions.chatbot sitting on a phonehttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1124985Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systemshttps://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/technology/articles/university-south-florida-muma-college-203000341.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIBXUliqjhMb4OVH5BZn4L-CZnUO9gxEq5XS9xxljeaMQMhZH-PHKHV1KrX_QI0XUDOCa5A70EiSEDDYSCY0xajo6zbj4ZFe87UdpVPZZIkFhTudi11EDQ-21R3qAxM2QCeum1UedgtZB0lVZDtGliSW_Yi-zX3lrNi17qzIDKjI%26guccounter=2The awards recognize industry leaders shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the business college's commitment to bridging academia and industry.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 16:47:06 91�Թ��� Muma College of Business announces Digital Business Awards - Yahoo! financeThe awards recognize industry leaders shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the business college's commitment to bridging academia and industry.muma digital business awardshttps://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/technology/articles/university-south-florida-muma-college-203000341.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIBXUliqjhMb4OVH5BZn4L-CZnUO9gxEq5XS9xxljeaMQMhZH-PHKHV1KrX_QI0XUDOCa5A70EiSEDDYSCY0xajo6zbj4ZFe87UdpVPZZIkFhTudi11EDQ-21R3qAxM2QCeum1UedgtZB0lVZDtGliSW_Yi-zX3lrNi17qzIDKjI%26guccounter=2Honors and AwardsSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/university-of-south-florida-muma-college-of-business-announces-digital-business-awards-302743708.htmlOrganized by the School of Information Systems, the awards recognize industry leaders shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the business college's commitment to bridging academia and industry.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 16:38:43 91�Թ��� Muma College of Business announces Digital Business AwardsOrganized by the School of Information Systems, the awards recognize industry leaders shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the business college's commitment to bridging academia and industry.muma digital business awardshttps://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/university-of-south-florida-muma-college-of-business-announces-digital-business-awards-302743708.htmlBusiness NewsSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20260415dc35574/university-of-south-florida-muma-college-of-business-announces-digital-business-awardsThe awards serve to recognize industry leaders who are shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the business college's commitment to bridging academia and industry.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:40 91�Թ��� Muma College of Business announces Digital Business Awards - MorningstarThe awards serve to recognize industry leaders who are shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the business college's commitment to bridging academia and industry.muma digital business awardshttps://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20260415dc35574/university-of-south-florida-muma-college-of-business-announces-digital-business-awardsHonors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/04-06-finance-professor-xi-liu-receives-usf-muma-distinguished-phd-alumni-award.aspxLiu's research in financial economics has shaped how scholars and practitioners understand analyst expertise, information transmission, and capital market outcomes.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 09 Apr 2026 15:00:28 Finance professor Xi Liu receives USF Muma College of Business Distinguished PhD Alumni AwardLiu's research in financial economics has shaped how scholars and practitioners understand analyst expertise, information transmission, and capital market outcomes.xi liu/business/news/2026/04-06-finance-professor-xi-liu-receives-usf-muma-distinguished-phd-alumni-award.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Information Systems,School of Marketing and Innovation/business/news/2026/04-02-25under25-honorees-announced-usf-muma-college-of-business.aspxThis year's class is made up of first-generation college students, dual-degree seekers with perfect 4.0 GPAs, multilingual immigrants with a heart for community service, and founders on their way to becoming tomorrow’s CEOs.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 02 Apr 2026 09:42:07 91�Թ��� Muma College of Business announces 25 Under 25 Award honoreesThis year's class is made up of first-generation college students, dual-degree seekers with perfect 4.0 GPAs, multilingual immigrants with a heart for community service, and founders on their way to becoming tomorrow’s CEOs.25 under 25 honorees/business/news/2026/04-02-25under25-honorees-announced-usf-muma-college-of-business.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Information Systems,School of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation,School of Risk Management and Insurance/business/news/2026/04-02-alora-rankin-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing dual degrees in entrepreneurship and artificial intelligence and business analytics, with a minor in leadership, while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and applying her skills beyond the classroom.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Alora Rankin named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing dual degrees in entrepreneurship and artificial intelligence and business analytics, with a minor in leadership, while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and applying her skills beyond the classroom.Alora Rankin/business/news/2026/04-02-alora-rankin-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxEntrepreneurship,Honors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems,School of Management/business/news/2026/04-02-christian-schmidt-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHe is pursuing a degree in business analytics and information systems with a concentration in cybersecurity. As vice president of recruitment for Sigma Phi Epsilon, he has helped grow membership and support philanthropic efforts.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Christian Schmidt named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeHe is pursuing a degree in business analytics and information systems with a concentration in cybersecurity. As vice president of recruitment for Sigma Phi Epsilon, he has helped grow membership and support philanthropic efforts.Christian Schmidt/business/news/2026/04-02-christian-schmidt-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/04-02-elena-mere-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is studying business analytics and information systems 91�Թ��� St. Petersburg and focusing her work on strengthening support for the veteran community.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Elena Mere named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is studying business analytics and information systems 91�Թ��� St. Petersburg and focusing her work on strengthening support for the veteran community.Elena Mere/business/news/2026/04-02-elena-mere-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/04-02-elena-spall-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs vice president of the Association for Information Systems, she has helped expand engagement through professional and technical programming while also tutoring students in analytics and technical subjects.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Elena Spall named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs vice president of the Association for Information Systems, she has helped expand engagement through professional and technical programming while also tutoring students in analytics and technical subjects.Elena Spall/business/news/2026/04-02-elena-spall-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/04-02-leo-mcclellan-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs an intern at the Bank of New York, he automated file transformation processes that saved an estimated 27 hours of manual work each month and contributed to workflow improvements that strengthened efficiency and user experience.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Leo McClellan named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs an intern at the Bank of New York, he automated file transformation processes that saved an estimated 27 hours of manual work each month and contributed to workflow improvements that strengthened efficiency and user experience.Leo McClellan/business/news/2026/04-02-leo-mcclellan-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/04-02-riley-england-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing a degree in artificial intelligence and business analytics as part of the program’s first graduating class, and exploring how emerging technologies can create real-world impact.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Riley England named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing a degree in artificial intelligence and business analytics as part of the program’s first graduating class, and exploring how emerging technologies can create real-world impact.Riley England/business/news/2026/04-02-riley-england-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/04-01-digital-business-awards-usf-muma.aspxThe awards recognize leaders who are shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the USF's commitment to bridging academia and industry.Sofia Garcia VargasWed, 01 Apr 2026 14:35:17 Muma College of Business launches inaugural Digital Business Awards, celebrating innovation and leadershipThe awards recognize leaders who are shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the USF's commitment to bridging academia and industry.usf digital business awards/business/news/2026/04-01-digital-business-awards-usf-muma.aspxBusiness News,Events,Honors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems/news/2026/usfs-70-years-of-shaping-tampa-bays-economy-and-workforce.aspx91�Թ���’s 70th anniversary underscores how deeply the university fuels Tampa Bay’s growth, generating nearly $7 billion in annual economic impact and serving as a powerful talent pipeline for companies.External ArticleTue, 03 Mar 2026 11:20:58 91�Թ���’s 70 years of shaping Tampa Bay’s economy and workforce - USF News91�Թ���’s 70th anniversary underscores how deeply the university fuels Tampa Bay’s growth, generating nearly $7 billion in annual economic impact and serving as a powerful talent pipeline for companies.downtown tampa/news/2026/usfs-70-years-of-shaping-tampa-bays-economy-and-workforce.aspxBusiness NewsBellini Center for Talent Development,Fintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Information Systems,School of Risk Management and Insurancehttps://www.tampabay.com/sponsored/2026/02/27/tampa-bay-fintech-tampa-crypto-hub-florida-fintech-growth-tampa-bay-tech-jobs-florida-cryptocurrency-industry-tampa-blockchain-companies-fintech-accelerator-tampa-tampa-tech-ecosystem/Fintech and crypto companies, including platforms operating in the crypto entertainment space, decentralized finance, stablecoin infrastructure and blockchain payments, now represent a fast-expanding piece of the regional economy.External ArticleFri, 27 Feb 2026 00:20:36 How Tampa Bay became Florida’s fastest-growing fintech and crypto hub in 2026 - Tampa Bay TimesFintech and crypto companies, including platforms operating in the crypto entertainment space, decentralized finance, stablecoin infrastructure and blockchain payments, now represent a fast-expanding piece of the regional economy.crypto hub bitcoinhttps://www.tampabay.com/sponsored/2026/02/27/tampa-bay-fintech-tampa-crypto-hub-florida-fintech-growth-tampa-bay-tech-jobs-florida-cryptocurrency-industry-tampa-blockchain-companies-fintech-accelerator-tampa-tampa-tech-ecosystem/Research and InnovationFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Information Systems/research-innovation/news/2026/nai-names-six-usf-faculty-to-its2026-class-of-senior-members.aspx?utm_source=linkedin%26utm_medium=social%26utm_campaign=newsRouzbeh Behnia, assistant professor in the School of Information Systems, is among the 91�Թ���ers named to the National Academy of Inventors' class of 2026 senior members.External ArticleThu, 26 Feb 2026 11:10:08 National Academy of Inventors names six USF faculty to its 2026 class of senior members - USF ResearchRouzbeh Behnia, assistant professor in the School of Information Systems, is among the 91�Թ���ers named to the National Academy of Inventors' class of 2026 senior members.nai senior members/research-innovation/news/2026/nai-names-six-usf-faculty-to-its2026-class-of-senior-members.aspx?utm_source=linkedin%26utm_medium=social%26utm_campaign=newsBusiness News,Honors and Awards,Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36FGtQ3Jx9E%26list=PLFns30THF3Y3rPjbEUeRk19A68N7A-4YW%26t=1801sDavid Blackwell, Lynn Pippenger dean of the USF Muma College of Business, discusses findings from the State of the Region on WUSF's Florida Matters Live & Local segment.External ArticleTue, 24 Feb 2026 10:58:22 Florida Matters Live & Local discusses State of the Region - WUSFDavid Blackwell, Lynn Pippenger dean of the USF Muma College of Business, discusses findings from the State of the Region on WUSF's Florida Matters Live & Local segment.state of the regionhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36FGtQ3Jx9E%26list=PLFns30THF3Y3rPjbEUeRk19A68N7A-4YW%26t=1801sResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.wusf.org/economy-business/2026-02-18/2026-state-of-the-region-tampa-bay-affordability-still-major-needThe findings were revealed during a luncheon at the 91�Թ��� on Feb. 17 with more than 250 business, nonprofit and government leaders.External ArticleWed, 18 Feb 2026 16:31:24 The 2026 State of the Region finds affordability is still a major need in Tampa Bay - WUSFThe findings were revealed during a luncheon at the 91�Թ��� on Feb. 17 with more than 250 business, nonprofit and government leaders.state of the regionhttps://www.wusf.org/economy-business/2026-02-18/2026-state-of-the-region-tampa-bay-affordability-still-major-needResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.wmnf.org/2026-state-of-the-region-report/The Tampa Bay region continues to see economic growth in employment and income. But a new study finds that housing costs remain a major concern.External ArticleWed, 18 Feb 2026 16:13:37 2026 State of the Region report - WMNFThe Tampa Bay region continues to see economic growth in employment and income. But a new study finds that housing costs remain a major concern.state of the regionhttps://www.wmnf.org/2026-state-of-the-region-report/Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/news/2026/tampa-bay-partnership-usf-muma-college-of-business-researchers-unveil-tampa-bay-region-economic-competitiveness-data.aspxThe findings and insights were revealed and discussed at the State of the Region community luncheon held today on the USF Tampa campus. Nearly 500 business leaders, not-for-profit leaders and government officials attended the event.External ArticleTue, 17 Feb 2026 16:41:22 Tampa Bay Partnership, USF Muma College of Business researchers unveil Tampa Bay region economic competitiveness data - USF NewsThe findings and insights were revealed and discussed at the State of the Region community luncheon held today on the USF Tampa campus. Nearly 500 business leaders, not-for-profit leaders and government officials attended the event.Tampa skyline/news/2026/tampa-bay-partnership-usf-muma-college-of-business-researchers-unveil-tampa-bay-region-economic-competitiveness-data.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/02-17-state-of-the-region-unveils-economic-metrics.aspxTuesday’s event was heavy on data and trends, but also a homecoming for 91�Թ��� president Moez Limayem, whose welcome remarks kicked off his first day as the university’s ninth president.Elizabeth L. BrownTue, 17 Feb 2026 15:42:28 'State of the Region’ researchers unveil how Tampa Bay compares against peer communitiesTuesday’s event was heavy on data and trends, but also a homecoming for 91�Թ��� president Moez Limayem, whose welcome remarks kicked off his first day as the university’s ninth president.state of the region fireside chat/business/news/2026/02-17-state-of-the-region-unveils-economic-metrics.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/01-28-muma-students-share-how-usf-broadened-their-horizons-70th-anniversary.aspxAs the university celebrates its 70th anniversary, students like Trent Carter, Rosa Nafrere and Anneliese Cotroneo represent how the opportunities 91�Թ��� have fueled their next chapters.Isabela GilbertiMon, 02 Feb 2026 00:34:19 Bleeding green, gold and bold: Muma students share how USF broadened their horizonsAs the university celebrates its 70th anniversary, students like Trent Carter, Rosa Nafrere and Anneliese Cotroneo represent how the opportunities 91�Թ��� have fueled their next chapters.Anneliese Cotroneo Trent Carter and Rosa Nafrere/business/news/2026/01-28-muma-students-share-how-usf-broadened-their-horizons-70th-anniversary.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Information Systems,School of Marketing and Innovation/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxDuring fiscal 2024, the National Science Foundation awarded USF its largest cybersecurity grant to date. The $3.7 million investment launched the Cybersecurity Research and Education for Service in Government, also known as CREST.External ArticleTue, 13 Jan 2026 14:50:14 91�Թ��� rises in new research rankings, outpacing many peer institutions in growth - USF NewsDuring fiscal 2024, the National Science Foundation awarded USF its largest cybersecurity grant to date. The $3.7 million investment launched the Cybersecurity Research and Education for Service in Government, also known as CREST.usf research/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2026/01/12/tampa-bay-cybersecurity-startup-funding.htmlLeading the charge is Manish Agrawal, academic director at Cyber Florida and a professor at the USF Muma College of Business.External ArticleMon, 12 Jan 2026 14:40:34 Innovation in action: CyberBay launches $100k challenge to "democratize cybersecurity" - TBBJLeading the charge is Manish Agrawal, academic director at Cyber Florida and a professor at the USF Muma College of Business.cyber innovation challengehttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2026/01/12/tampa-bay-cybersecurity-startup-funding.htmlResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2025/12-8-king-oneal-award-muma.aspxThe award honors graduates who completed their baccalaureate degrees with a perfect 4.0 GPA. This fall's recipients include four accounting majors and two business analytics and information systems majors.Sofia Garcia VargasMon, 08 Dec 2025 02:47:36 Academic perfection: Six Muma students receive the King O'Neal Scholar AwardThe award honors graduates who completed their baccalaureate degrees with a perfect 4.0 GPA. This fall's recipients include four accounting majors and two business analytics and information systems majors.2025 fall king o'neal scholars/business/news/2025/12-8-king-oneal-award-muma.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsLynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Information Systemshttps://www.mysuncoast.com/2025/12/04/usf-professor-recovers-dramatic-wyoming-horse-fall/Bhuvanesh Unhelkar, a professor in the School of Information Systems, reunited with the medical staff who treated him after a fall from a horse on a Wyoming mountain that left him with multiple spinal injuries.External ArticleThu, 04 Dec 2025 13:41:20 91�Թ��� professor recovers from dramatic Wyoming horse fall - My SuncoastBhuvanesh Unhelkar, a professor in the School of Information Systems, reunited with the medical staff who treated him after a fall from a horse on a Wyoming mountain that left him with multiple spinal injuries.bhuvanesh unhelkarhttps://www.mysuncoast.com/2025/12/04/usf-professor-recovers-dramatic-wyoming-horse-fall/Business NewsSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.reworked.co/employee-experience/rethinking-internal-communications-channels-for-belonging/Too many channels, not enough clarity: Why workplace communication is failing and what companies are doing to rebuild trust and connection.External ArticleWed, 26 Nov 2025 14:15:31 Rethinking internal communications channels for belonging - ReworkedToo many channels, not enough clarity: Why workplace communication is failing and what companies are doing to rebuild trust and connection.91�Թ���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.reworked.co/employee-experience/rethinking-internal-communications-channels-for-belonging/Business NewsSchool of Information Systemshttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/c/inno-awards-2025/40823/phasezero.htmlManish Agrawal, a professor in the School of Information Systems, received a Tampa Bay Inno Award in the supporter category for CyberFlorida 91�Թ���'s phaseZERO Innovation Incubator.External ArticleWed, 19 Nov 2025 16:12:27 Tampa Bay tech community celebrates Inno Awards honorees - Tampa Bay Business JournalManish Agrawal, a professor in the School of Information Systems, received a Tampa Bay Inno Award in the supporter category for CyberFlorida 91�Թ���'s phaseZERO Innovation Incubator.manish agrawalhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/c/inno-awards-2025/40823/phasezero.htmlHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2025/11-4-muma-ai-day-welcomes-six-hundred-high-schoolers.aspxHosted by the Muma College of Business and partnering with Hillsborough County Public Schools, the event promises to introduce Hillsborough County students to the world of artificial intelligence and its growing role in the future of work.Maria AmorimTue, 04 Nov 2025 15:17:53 Muma AI Day introduces Tampa Bay high schoolers to AI-driven careers in businessHosted by the Muma College of Business and partnering with Hillsborough County Public Schools, the event promises to introduce Hillsborough County students to the world of artificial intelligence and its growing role in the future of work.muma ai day/business/news/2025/11-4-muma-ai-day-welcomes-six-hundred-high-schoolers.aspxBusiness News,EventsArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and Managementhttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1103896Researchers found that training everyone after a phishing simulation — not just those who clicked — helped participants stay alert and resist scams for months.External ArticleMon, 03 Nov 2025 15:46:26 91�Թ��� study finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scams - EurekAlert!Researchers found that training everyone after a phishing simulation — not just those who clicked — helped participants stay alert and resist scams for months.phishinghttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1103896Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systemshttps://bioengineer.org/usf-research-identifies-more-effective-methods-for-employee-training-against-phishing-scams/This groundbreaking study dives into the psychological and behavioral ramifications of on-the-spot phishing training, ultimately advocating for a broader, more inclusive approach.External ArticleMon, 03 Nov 2025 15:42:49 91�Թ��� identifies more effective methods for employee training against phishing scams - BioengineeringThis groundbreaking study dives into the psychological and behavioral ramifications of on-the-spot phishing training, ultimately advocating for a broader, more inclusive approach.phishinghttps://bioengineer.org/usf-research-identifies-more-effective-methods-for-employee-training-against-phishing-scams/Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systemshttps://techxplore.com/news/2025-10-smarter-employees-thwart-phishing-scams.htmlThe study's findings could help companies strengthen their cybersecurity defenses as phishing scams grow more sophisticated and increasingly use artificial intelligence.External ArticleMon, 03 Nov 2025 15:38:55 Study finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scams - Tech XploreThe study's findings could help companies strengthen their cybersecurity defenses as phishing scams grow more sophisticated and increasingly use artificial intelligence.phishinghttps://techxplore.com/news/2025-10-smarter-employees-thwart-phishing-scams.htmlResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2025/11-3-usf-study-smarter-way-train-employees-against-phishing-scams.aspxA new study in MIS Quarterly finds that sending employees who fall for simulated phishing emails into an on-the-spot training module can be counterproductive. Researchers recommend a broader approach.Sofia Garcia VargasMon, 03 Nov 2025 14:21:24 Falling for “fake” phishing: USF study finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scamsA new study in MIS Quarterly finds that sending employees who fall for simulated phishing emails into an on-the-spot training module can be counterproductive. Researchers recommend a broader approach.employee dodging fish hooks/business/news/2025/11-3-usf-study-smarter-way-train-employees-against-phishing-scams.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and Management/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxThe Integrated Analytics Research Experience for Undergraduates program expands undergraduate research in the college by providing students with hands-on experience in data-driven projects across business disciplines.External ArticleWed, 29 Oct 2025 15:27:02 Corridor partnership expands undergraduate research and advances experiential learning 91�Թ��� - USFRIThe Integrated Analytics Research Experience for Undergraduates program expands undergraduate research in the college by providing students with hands-on experience in data-driven projects across business disciplines.faculty meeting about research/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information Systems/news/2025/moez-limayem-unanimously-selected-by-usf-board-of-trustees-as-the-universitys-next-president.aspxLimayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business 91�Թ��� for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors, which oversees the State University System.External ArticleTue, 21 Oct 2025 11:07:59 Moez Limayem unanimously selected by USF Board of Trustees as the university’s next president - USF NewsLimayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business 91�Թ��� for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors, which oversees the State University System.president-elect moez limayem/news/2025/moez-limayem-unanimously-selected-by-usf-board-of-trustees-as-the-universitys-next-president.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Information Systems