/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usFri, 26 Jun 2026 09:54:03 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://giving.usf.edu/impact/usf-announces-gift-reliaquest-advance-ai-and-cybersecurity-educationThe gift will help establish the Bellini college’s first-ever endowed professorship and create a new study track within the ReliaQuest Labs program focused on artificial intelligence-supported software engineering.External ArticleThu, 25 Jun 2026 09:29:34 91³Ô¹ÏÍø receives $1.5 million gift from ReliaQuest to advance AI and cybersecurity educationThe gift will help establish the Bellini college’s first-ever endowed professorship and create a new study track within the ReliaQuest Labs program focused on artificial intelligence-supported software engineering.Reliaquesthttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/usf-announces-gift-reliaquest-advance-ai-and-cybersecurity-education91³Ô¹ÏÍø FoundationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,ReliaQuest/news/2026/adolescent-sexual-assault-consent-laws.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø Professor Katherine Drabiak’s new research explores how consent laws for adolescent sexual assault care vary across all 50 states.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:37:57 91³Ô¹ÏÍø highlights inconsistencies in state laws on adolescent consent after sexual assault91³Ô¹ÏÍø Professor Katherine Drabiak’s new research explores how consent laws for adolescent sexual assault care vary across all 50 states.A gloved hand inserts a sample of hair into an evidence collection tube./news/2026/adolescent-sexual-assault-consent-laws.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthAnna Mayor,College of Public Health,USF Health/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxA new USF study examines the growing threat of financial sextortion among men and boys. The research explores why males are increasingly targeted, the psychological and financial impacts of victimization and the warning signs and prevention strategies people can use to protect themselves online.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:36:02 New USF study reveals the hidden toll of financial sextortion on teenage boys and menA new USF study examines the growing threat of financial sextortion among men and boys. The research explores why males are increasingly targeted, the psychological and financial impacts of victimization and the warning signs and prevention strategies people can use to protect themselves online.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Joey Garcia/news/2026/being-rocky-usf-alumni-reflect-on-life-inside-the-suit.aspxMascots are vital to a university’s identity and culture, impacting athletics, student life and much more. Being a mascot also impacts the student behind the suit. On National Mascot Day, USF celebrates the many students who have been Rocky D. Bull over the years.91³Ô¹ÏÍøWed, 17 Jun 2026 09:28:40 Being Rocky: USF alumni reflect on life inside the suitMascots are vital to a university’s identity and culture, impacting athletics, student life and much more. Being a mascot also impacts the student behind the suit. On National Mascot Day, USF celebrates the many students who have been Rocky D. Bull over the years.Rocky 91³Ô¹ÏÍø football./news/2026/being-rocky-usf-alumni-reflect-on-life-inside-the-suit.aspxFeatures70th anniversary,Athletics,Paul Guzzo,USF St. Petersburg/health/news/2026/usf-names-new-dean-of-the-taneja-college-of-pharmacy.aspxA pharmacist and epidemiologist, Zgibor has served 91³Ô¹ÏÍø for more than a decade and brings over 20 years of academic leadership experience to the role.She will become just the second permanent dean of the college.External ArticleWed, 17 Jun 2026 09:19:33 91³Ô¹ÏÍø names new dean of the Taneja College of PharmacyA pharmacist and epidemiologist, Zgibor has served 91³Ô¹ÏÍø for more than a decade and brings over 20 years of academic leadership experience to the role.She will become just the second permanent dean of the college.Janice Zgibor and text that welcomes her to the Taneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2026/usf-names-new-dean-of-the-taneja-college-of-pharmacy.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health,University NewsCollege of Pharmacy/news/2026/mike-griffin-selected-to-serve-as-usf-board-of-trustees-chair.aspxThe board unanimously elected Mike Griffin to serve a two-year term and elected longtime community leader and Trustee Oscar Horton as vice chair.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:04:16 Mike Griffin selected to serve as USF Board of Trustees chairThe board unanimously elected Mike Griffin to serve a two-year term and elected longtime community leader and Trustee Oscar Horton as vice chair.President Moez Limayem and BOT Chair Mike Griffin/news/2026/mike-griffin-selected-to-serve-as-usf-board-of-trustees-chair.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Trustees/news/2026/usf-football-wide-receiver-uses-nil-earnings-to-bring-clean-water-to-nigeria.aspxInspired by stories of his parents’ childhood in Nigeria, USF football player Mudia Reuben founded the Nigeria Water Project, using donations and NIL earnings to help drill six wells in villages lacking reliable access to clean water.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:03:49 91³Ô¹ÏÍø football wide receiver uses NIL earnings to bring clean water to NigeriaInspired by stories of his parents’ childhood in Nigeria, USF football player Mudia Reuben founded the Nigeria Water Project, using donations and NIL earnings to help drill six wells in villages lacking reliable access to clean water.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-football-wide-receiver-uses-nil-earnings-to-bring-clean-water-to-nigeria.aspxStudent SuccessPaul Guzzo,USF Athletics,USF Football/news/2026/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-education.aspxJenifer Jasinski Schneider brings a distinguished record of leadership, research and service focused on literacy, creativity and student success.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:35:42 91³Ô¹ÏÍø names new dean for the College of EducationJenifer Jasinski Schneider brings a distinguished record of leadership, research and service focused on literacy, creativity and student success.Jenifer Jasinski Schneider in a classroom/news/2026/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-education.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Education,MyUSF/health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspx?utm_source=usfhealth_home%26utm_medium=image-link%26utm_content=small_image%26utm_campaign=health%20homeAmid rising liver cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease, USF Health is advancing research on a drug that could work alongside GLP-1 therapies.External ArticleMon, 15 Jun 2026 13:52:20 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health secures new funding to advance research on promising liver cancer drugAmid rising liver cancer rates linked to alcohol and metabolic disease, USF Health is advancing research on a drug that could work alongside GLP-1 therapies.Internal medical scan highlighting the liver in the human body among other internal organs./health/news/2026/liver-cancer-research-funding.aspx?utm_source=usfhealth_home%26utm_medium=image-link%26utm_content=small_image%26utm_campaign=health%20homeResearch and Innovation,USF Health/health/news/2026/usf-health-expert-explains-how-extreme-heat-could-shape-the-2026-world-cup.aspxMany of the venues at the 2026 World Cup are considered at very high risk for extreme heat. USF Health's Dr. Eric Coris explains what extreme heat could mean for the World Cup, who is at greatest risk and what can be done to help protect players and fans.External ArticleSun, 14 Jun 2026 13:20:25 How extreme heat is shaping the 2026 World CupMany of the venues at the 2026 World Cup are considered at very high risk for extreme heat. USF Health's Dr. Eric Coris explains what extreme heat could mean for the World Cup, who is at greatest risk and what can be done to help protect players and fans.Colorful World Cup soccer ball on a field./health/news/2026/usf-health-expert-explains-how-extreme-heat-could-shape-the-2026-world-cup.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health/arts/news/2026/20260610-usfcdap-names-sarah-higgins-as-leader-of-cam.aspxAs director and chief curator of the USF Contemporary Art Museum, Sarah Higgins will lead the museum’s curatorial vision, steward the permanent collection and align programming with the university’s academic, student success and research missions.External ArticleFri, 12 Jun 2026 14:06:48 Sarah Higgins to lead USF Contemporary Art MuseumAs director and chief curator of the USF Contemporary Art Museum, Sarah Higgins will lead the museum’s curatorial vision, steward the permanent collection and align programming with the university’s academic, student success and research missions.Sarah Higgins/arts/news/2026/20260610-usfcdap-names-sarah-higgins-as-leader-of-cam.aspxFeaturesCollege of Design Art and Performancehttps://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/06/08/world/americas/earthquake-tracker-cuba-gulf-mexico.htmlLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleFri, 12 Jun 2026 13:40:34 New York Times: 6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Felt in South FloridaLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/06/08/world/americas/earthquake-tracker-cuba-gulf-mexico.html91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/marine-science/news/2026/resilience-and-resolve-drive-marine-researchers-in-the-wake-of-disaster.aspxAfter a devastating fire at its primary facility, the College of Marine Science is bouncing back to ensure its research and impact continue.External ArticleThu, 11 Jun 2026 13:28:19 Resilience and resolve drive marine researchers in the wake of disasterAfter a devastating fire at its primary facility, the College of Marine Science is bouncing back to ensure its research and impact continue.Researchers hold up a sign that says, "St. Pete strong."/marine-science/news/2026/resilience-and-resolve-drive-marine-researchers-in-the-wake-of-disaster.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Marine Sciencehttps://www.forbes.com/advisor/retirement/social-security-trust-fund-depletion-2032-lmandp5/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleWed, 10 Jun 2026 13:42:19 Forbes: The Social Security Trust Fund Could Be Depleted By 2032: Should You Be Worried?Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.forbes.com/advisor/retirement/social-security-trust-fund-depletion-2032-lmandp5/91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/health/news/2026/usf-health-expands-emergency-maternity-care-training-in-floridas-rural-counties.aspxFaculty and simulation experts with USF Health are joining forces to bring high-fidelity obstetric emergency training to rural care teams in 16 counties across Florida, thanks to a new grant from the Florida Department of Health.External ArticleWed, 10 Jun 2026 13:32:59 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Health expands emergency maternity care training in Florida’s rural countiesFaculty and simulation experts with USF Health are joining forces to bring high-fidelity obstetric emergency training to rural care teams in 16 counties across Florida, thanks to a new grant from the Florida Department of Health.Nursing training/health/news/2026/usf-health-expands-emergency-maternity-care-training-in-floridas-rural-counties.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø HealthCollege of Nursing/cbcs/news/2026/usf-welcomes-retiring-tampa-police-chief-lee-bercaw-to-full-time-faculty.aspxBercaw will help instruct and coordinate the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program, sharing his real-world perspectives on policing, criminal justice leadership and public safety.External ArticleWed, 10 Jun 2026 10:43:21 91³Ô¹ÏÍø welcomes retiring Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw to full-time facultyBercaw will help instruct and coordinate the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program, sharing his real-world perspectives on policing, criminal justice leadership and public safety.Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw stands at a podium near Mayor Jane Castor/cbcs/news/2026/usf-welcomes-retiring-tampa-police-chief-lee-bercaw-to-full-time-faculty.aspxFeaturesCollege of Behavioral and Community Scienceshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-students-heading-to-the-fifa-world-cup.aspxFrom volunteering to providing in-game entertainment, USF students and alumni are finding ways to be part of the biggest sporting event in the world.External ArticleWed, 10 Jun 2026 10:38:44 91³Ô¹ÏÍø students and alumni heading to the FIFA World CupFrom volunteering to providing in-game entertainment, USF students and alumni are finding ways to be part of the biggest sporting event in the world.91³Ô¹ÏÍø student and his friends at a previous World Cuphttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-students-heading-to-the-fifa-world-cup.aspxFeatures91³Ô¹ÏÍø St. Petersburghttps://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/program-for-tampa-bay-high-schoolers-helping-address-nursing-shortage/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleTue, 09 Jun 2026 13:43:45 WFLA-TV: USF program for Tampa Bay high schoolers helping address nursing shortageLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/program-for-tampa-bay-high-schoolers-helping-address-nursing-shortage/91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxReading seems like a straightforward process, but it’s not always that simple. Readers regularly skip words, sometimes without realizing it. New research from USF shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:31:00 How eye movements and brain activity shape reading comprehensionReading seems like a straightforward process, but it’s not always that simple. Readers regularly skip words, sometimes without realizing it. New research from USF shows how the brain processes those skipped words using peripheral vision, even as the eyes move past them.Woman wearing an EEG cap looking at a screen/news/2026/eye-movements-and-brain-activity-shape-reading-comprehension.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Department of Psychology,Joey Garciahttps://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/multitask-capable-science-confirms-prefrontal-cortex-patience-rcna347912Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleThu, 04 Jun 2026 11:45:16 NBC News: Science reveals people are capable of multitasking — it just requires practiceLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/multitask-capable-science-confirms-prefrontal-cortex-patience-rcna34791291³Ô¹ÏÍø in the Newshttps://www.foxnews.com/health/people-taking-common-sleep-drug-may-realize-theyre-impaired-drive-study-findsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleThu, 04 Jun 2026 08:53:07 Fox News: People taking common sleep drug may not realize they're too impaired to drive, study findsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.foxnews.com/health/people-taking-common-sleep-drug-may-realize-theyre-impaired-drive-study-finds91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/marine-science/news/2026/after-devastating-fire-usf-marine-scientists-race-to-keep-ocean-monitoring-on-track.aspxA devastating fire displaced researchers at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Marine Science. But instead of stopping, a team of oceanographers raced back to sea – determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them.External ArticleWed, 03 Jun 2026 09:18:54 After devastating fire, USF oceanographers race to keep hurricane forecasts on trackA devastating fire displaced researchers at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Marine Science. But instead of stopping, a team of oceanographers raced back to sea – determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them.91³Ô¹ÏÍø marine scientists monitor for hurricanes/marine-science/news/2026/after-devastating-fire-usf-marine-scientists-race-to-keep-ocean-monitoring-on-track.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Marine Science,MyUSFhttps://apnews.com/article/caribbean-seaweed-record-sargassum-atlantic-3a4e46bcc179ae05195440c0510da545Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleWed, 03 Jun 2026 07:34:00 Associated Press: Scientists say a record amount of seaweed hit the Caribbean and nearby areas in MayLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://apnews.com/article/caribbean-seaweed-record-sargassum-atlantic-3a4e46bcc179ae05195440c0510da54591³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/news/2026/usf-invention-aims-to-reduce-30000-glaucoma-test-with-a-42-at-home-alternative.aspxA USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:14:02 91³Ô¹ÏÍø invention aims to replicate $30,000 glaucoma test with a $42 at-home alternativeA USF-developed smartphone app could help patients monitor glaucoma from home, making it easier to detect vision changes before permanent sight loss occurs.John Storms and Ramesh Ayyala/news/2026/usf-invention-aims-to-reduce-30000-glaucoma-test-with-a-42-at-home-alternative.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthAnna Mayor,MyUSF,USF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicinehttps://42521350.hs-sites.com/inside-usf-the-employee-newsletter-17Stay updated on new opportunities, timely information and important resources for employees.External ArticleTue, 02 Jun 2026 07:30:00 Inside USF, June 2Stay 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-17Employee Newsletter/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxA remote Antarctic expedition has brought 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers back to a decades-old discovery: A tiny marine organism containing a compound that kills melanoma cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Now, scientists are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:33:30 91³Ô¹ÏÍø expedition to Antarctica advances research on potential melanoma treatmentA remote Antarctic expedition has brought 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers back to a decades-old discovery: A tiny marine organism containing a compound that kills melanoma cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed. Now, scientists are racing to unlock its potential for future cancer therapies.91³Ô¹ÏÍø diver collecting sea squirts on the arctic floor /news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,Joey Garciahttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/6/1/general-usf-athletics-ceo-rob-higgins-and-father-honored-at-annual-tampa-bay-sneaker-soiree.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø CEO of Athletics Rob Higgins and his father were honored at the annual Tampa Bay Sneaker Soirée for their simultaneous battles with cancer. During the event, Higgins was also recognized for his community impact when the Tampa Bay Sports Commission renamed its Community Hero Award in his honor.External ArticleMon, 01 Jun 2026 15:21:22 91³Ô¹ÏÍø athletics CEO Rob Higgins and father honored at annual Tampa Bay Sneaker Soiree91³Ô¹ÏÍø CEO of Athletics Rob Higgins and his father were honored at the annual Tampa Bay Sneaker Soirée for their simultaneous battles with cancer. During the event, Higgins was also recognized for his community impact when the Tampa Bay Sports Commission renamed its Community Hero Award in his honor.91³Ô¹ÏÍø athletics CEO Rob Higgins and his fatherhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/6/1/general-usf-athletics-ceo-rob-higgins-and-father-honored-at-annual-tampa-bay-sneaker-soiree.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø Athletics/news/2026/usf-supply-chain-expert-on-gas-prices-shipping-and-the-strait-of-hormuz.aspxAs tensions in the Middle East continue to make headlines, experts warn that disruptions thousands of miles away can quickly affect everyday life in the United States — especially when it comes to fuel prices, shipping costs and the price of consumer goods.Fri, 29 May 2026 00:36:20 91³Ô¹ÏÍø supply chain expert on gas prices, shipping and the Strait of HormuzAs tensions in the Middle East continue to make headlines, experts warn that disruptions thousands of miles away can quickly affect everyday life in the United States — especially when it comes to fuel prices, shipping costs and the price of consumer goods.cargo ship /news/2026/usf-supply-chain-expert-on-gas-prices-shipping-and-the-strait-of-hormuz.aspxExpertsMuma College of Business/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspxSince its founding in 1956, USF has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As USF marks its 70th anniversary, that vision has grown with the institution from modest labs with limited technology into an R1 university and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 70 years of discovery: How USF built a research powerhouseSince its founding in 1956, USF has built its identity around a thriving research culture. As USF marks its 70th anniversary, that vision has grown with the institution from modest labs with limited technology into an R1 university and membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/70-years-of-usf-research.aspx70th Anniversary,Research and InnovationJoey Garcia/cbcs/news/2026/usf-receives-funding-to-expand-access-to-behavioral-healthcare-across-florida.aspxThese projects represent a coordinated investment in workforce development, with a focus on expanding access to care, improving training and supporting behavioral health providers across Florida.External ArticleThu, 28 May 2026 10:43:28 Four USF projects will expand access to behavioral healthcare across FloridaThese projects represent a coordinated investment in workforce development, with a focus on expanding access to care, improving training and supporting behavioral health providers across Florida.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/cbcs/news/2026/usf-receives-funding-to-expand-access-to-behavioral-healthcare-across-florida.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Behavioral and Community Scienceshttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/05/28/invasive-species-spread-rules-summer-2026/90056612007/?tbref=hpLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleThu, 28 May 2026 00:37:27 USA Today: Invasive species will try to spread at 'terrifying speed' this summerLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/05/28/invasive-species-spread-rules-summer-2026/90056612007/?tbref=hp91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/news/2026/an-update-on-the-2026-27-state-budget.aspxThe Florida Legislature has completed its work on the state budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, including a range of items that impact the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø.Tue, 26 May 2026 16:39:30 Florida Legislature agrees to a 2026-27 state budgetThe Florida Legislature has completed its work on the state budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, including a range of items that impact the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø.91³Ô¹ÏÍø flag with the USA and State of Florida flag /news/2026/an-update-on-the-2026-27-state-budget.aspxUniversity Newshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/federal-university-partnership-advances-coordinated-human-trafficking-response-to-support-victims.aspxA new partnership between the primary federal law enforcement agency combatting human trafficking and USF aims to strengthen victim-centered response efforts within the state.External ArticleTue, 26 May 2026 14:26:12 Federal-university partnership advances coordinated human trafficking response to support victimsA new partnership between the primary federal law enforcement agency combatting human trafficking and USF aims to strengthen victim-centered response efforts within the state.Representatives of Homeland Security Investigations Tampa and Miami field offices with researchers from USF's Trafficking in Persons Risk to Resilience Lab during a MOU signing event on May 22 https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/federal-university-partnership-advances-coordinated-human-trafficking-response-to-support-victims.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovationhttps://www.wfla.com/news/for-the-culture/usf-student-athlete-invents-smart-water-bottle-attachment-to-help-track-hydration/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleTue, 26 May 2026 00:39:33 WFLA-TV: USF student-athlete invents smart water bottle attachment to help track hydrationLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.wfla.com/news/for-the-culture/usf-student-athlete-invents-smart-water-bottle-attachment-to-help-track-hydration/91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the Newshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/5/21/football-higgins-provides-update-on-usf-on-campus-stadium.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s CEO of Athletics, Rob Higgins, provided an update on construction progress for USF’s new football stadium and operations center, scheduled for completion in fall 2027.External ArticleThu, 21 May 2026 17:58:34 91³Ô¹ÏÍø updates on-campus stadium construction progress91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s CEO of Athletics, Rob Higgins, provided an update on construction progress for USF’s new football stadium and operations center, scheduled for completion in fall 2027.Construction progress of the USF football stadium https://gousfbulls.com/news/2026/5/21/football-higgins-provides-update-on-usf-on-campus-stadium.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø Athleticshttps://www.fox13news.com/video/fmc-dxm5ghptr73zngs5.ampLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleWed, 20 May 2026 10:50:57 Fox 13 News: USF stadium begins to take shapeLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.fox13news.com/video/fmc-dxm5ghptr73zngs5.amp91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/news/2026/three-pioneering-usf-faculty-members-to-be-inducted-into-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxTheir work has transformed modern life, advanced critical industries, improved patient care, strengthened national resilience and exemplified the power of innovation to address society’s most pressing challenges.Wed, 20 May 2026 10:18:26 Three pioneering USF faculty members to be inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of FameTheir work has transformed modern life, advanced critical industries, improved patient care, strengthened national resilience and exemplified the power of innovation to address society’s most pressing challenges.Florida Inventors Hall of Fame/news/2026/three-pioneering-usf-faculty-members-to-be-inducted-into-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationAlthea Johnson,Moffitt Cancer Center,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research/news/2026/from-roller-coasters-to-robotics-usf-camps-reach-record-heights.aspxThe 91³Ô¹ÏÍø is launching its largest-ever summer camp lineup with 70 programs expected to draw more than 2,500 students, offering hands-on exposure to fields from AI and medicine to aerospace and sports business.Tue, 19 May 2026 08:33:56 From roller coasters to robotics, USF camps reach record heightsThe 91³Ô¹ÏÍø is launching its largest-ever summer camp lineup with 70 programs expected to draw more than 2,500 students, offering hands-on exposure to fields from AI and medicine to aerospace and sports business.Busch Gardens roller coaster/news/2026/from-roller-coasters-to-robotics-usf-camps-reach-record-heights.aspxCommunity PartnershipsPaul Guzzo,summer camps/news/2026/president-100-days.aspxFri, 15 May 2026 16:06:41 University updates from President Limayem’s first three months 91³Ô¹ÏÍø91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/president-100-days.aspxMessage from the Presidenthttps://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2026/05/14/how-make-your-home-smell-nice-without-adding-indoor-air-pollution/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleThu, 14 May 2026 14:37:25 Washington Post: How to make your home smell nice without adding indoor air pollutionLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2026/05/14/how-make-your-home-smell-nice-without-adding-indoor-air-pollution/91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/news/2026/beyond-the-field-the-relationships-driving-usf-softballs-regional-run.aspxThe 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s softball team is gearing up for the Fayetteville Regional, marking the program’s 19th appearance in an NCAA regional.Wed, 13 May 2026 14:52:17 Beyond the field: The relationships driving USF softball’s NCAA regional runThe 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s softball team is gearing up for the Fayetteville Regional, marking the program’s 19th appearance in an NCAA regional.91³Ô¹ÏÍø women's softball team/news/2026/beyond-the-field-the-relationships-driving-usf-softballs-regional-run.aspx91³Ô¹ÏÍø AthleticsSavannah Ruiz,USF Athletics,USF Softballhttps://www.foxweather.com/watch/fmc-sz7irvjz3gavjrwsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleWed, 13 May 2026 14:36:01 Fox Weather: Daily satellite tracking maps sargassum spreadLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.foxweather.com/watch/fmc-sz7irvjz3gavjrws91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/news/2026/usf-experts-available-to-discuss-hurricane-related-topics-as-el-nino-shapes-outlook-for-2026-season.aspxExpertise spans ocean science, community impacts, disaster response, health and social media’s growing role.Wed, 13 May 2026 10:25:35 91³Ô¹ÏÍø experts available to discuss hurricane-related topics as El Niño shapes outlook for 2026 seasonExpertise spans ocean science, community impacts, disaster response, health and social media’s growing role.Trees blow in the wind during a hurricane/news/2026/usf-experts-available-to-discuss-hurricane-related-topics-as-el-nino-shapes-outlook-for-2026-season.aspxExperts,Research and InnovationExperts Guide/news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspxPositive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research co‑authored by USF shows these frequent, short‑term interventions may reduce blood pressure and increase physical activity, while digital tools help sustain these benefits over time, especially for older adults.Wed, 13 May 2026 00:09:53 Be positive: 91³Ô¹ÏÍø shows your heart will thank youPositive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research co‑authored by USF shows these frequent, short‑term interventions may reduce blood pressure and increase physical activity, while digital tools help sustain these benefits over time, especially for older adults.positive practices such as journaling and using smart devices to lower heart disease /news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Joey Garcia/news/2026/usf-to-confer-more-than-8000-degrees-during-commencement-ceremonies-may-7-10.aspxPresident Moez Limayem lead his first commencement ceremonies, which featured several graduates from multigenerational Bull families and a special tribute to the two students who tragically passed away last month.Mon, 11 May 2026 09:59:43 91³Ô¹ÏÍø confers more than 8,000 degrees during commencement ceremoniesPresident Moez Limayem lead his first commencement ceremonies, which featured several graduates from multigenerational Bull families and a special tribute to the two students who tragically passed away last month.Two USF graduates/news/2026/usf-to-confer-more-than-8000-degrees-during-commencement-ceremonies-may-7-10.aspxStudent Success,University NewsAlthea Johnson,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,President Moez Limayemhttps://time.com/article/2026/05/11/us-iran-israel-war-trump-netanyahu-peace-talks-latest/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleMon, 11 May 2026 00:59:15 TIME Magazine: Trump Says Cease-Fire With Iran on 'Life Support' After Rejecting Tehran’s ResponseLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://time.com/article/2026/05/11/us-iran-israel-war-trump-netanyahu-peace-talks-latest/91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/health/news/2026/what-to-know-about-hantavirus.aspxReports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the USF Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.External ArticleFri, 08 May 2026 07:57:24 What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship outbreakReports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the USF Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.Lab technician holds vial of blood that says, "hantavirus"/health/news/2026/what-to-know-about-hantavirus.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthCollege of Public Health,Global Virus Networkhttps://www.foxnews.com/health/alzheimers-risk-slashed-eating-one-common-food-study-suggestsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleFri, 08 May 2026 00:05:00 Fox News: Alzheimer’s risk slashed by eating more of one common food, study suggestsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.foxnews.com/health/alzheimers-risk-slashed-eating-one-common-food-study-suggests91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News/ons/news/2026/daniela-zamora-alviarez-selected-wilcox-outstanding-graduate.aspxThe USF College of Engineering student received several awards for her work to advance energy-efficient computing through research in nanotechnology and materials science.External ArticleThu, 07 May 2026 09:49:07 Daniela Zamora Alviarez selected as USF’s 2026 Ralph C. Wilcox Outstanding GraduateThe USF College of Engineering student received several awards for her work to advance energy-efficient computing through research in nanotechnology and materials science.Daniela Zamore Alviarez/ons/news/2026/daniela-zamora-alviarez-selected-wilcox-outstanding-graduate.aspxHonors and Awards,Student SuccessCollege of Engineering,Judy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/05/07/usf-sum-lab-advanced-air-mobilityLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleThu, 07 May 2026 00:10:03 Bay News 9: 91³Ô¹ÏÍøers lay the groundwork for air taxisLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.91³Ô¹ÏÍø: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2026/05/07/usf-sum-lab-advanced-air-mobility91³Ô¹ÏÍø in the News