/world/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usThu, 25 Jun 2026 18:53:51 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://wallethub.com/credit-cards/international/#expert=Muhittin_CavusogluWhat’s the most important thing to look for in a credit card for international travel? What’s the biggest credit card mistake that international travelers make? Discover the answer to these questions and more from USF Muma College of Business professor.External ArticleMon, 22 Jun 2026 14:36:56 91�Թ��� professor weighs in on the best credit cards for travelWhat’s the most important thing to look for in a credit card for international travel? What’s the biggest credit card mistake that international travelers make? Discover the answer to these questions and more from USF Muma College of Business professor.A person holding a credit card over a computer that has a picture of an airplane and the word "Booking"https://wallethub.com/credit-cards/international/#expert=Muhittin_CavusogluFaculty & StaffSpotlight,Study Abroad/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.External ArticleWed, 17 Jun 2026 14:31:24 91�Թ��� 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.two football players in the field, one holding a football and is holding up a hand toward the opponent/news/2026/usf-football-wide-receiver-uses-nil-earnings-to-bring-clean-water-to-nigeria.aspx91�Թ���Spotlight/ons/news/2026/five-usf-students-honored-as-2026-fulbright-us-student-program-recipients.aspxFrom teaching English in Taiwan to collecting and studying oral histories in Sri Lanka, the 91�Թ���’s Fulbright U.S. Student Program recipients plan to dive deep into the cultures of their host communities during their time abroad.External ArticleTue, 16 Jun 2026 16:16:22 Five USF students honored as 2026 Fulbright U.S. Student Program recipientsFrom teaching English in Taiwan to collecting and studying oral histories in Sri Lanka, the 91�Թ���’s Fulbright U.S. Student Program recipients plan to dive deep into the cultures of their host communities during their time abroad.Recipients and staff standing together in front of flags of the corresponding countries where they will be visiting/ons/news/2026/five-usf-students-honored-as-2026-fulbright-us-student-program-recipients.aspxScholars,91�Թ���Fulbright,Study Abroad/world/news/2026/nafrere-spotlight-70-questions.aspx91�Թ��� World was thrilled to interview USF student, Rosa Nafrere, for a special 70 Questions video inspired by the iconic Vogue series.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:03:53 70 questions with alumna Rosa Nafrere to celebrate 70 Years of Bold 91�Թ���91�Թ��� World was thrilled to interview USF student, Rosa Nafrere, for a special 70 Questions video inspired by the iconic Vogue series.Nafrere smiling and holding up "go bulls" standing next to USF 70 logo/world/news/2026/nafrere-spotlight-70-questions.aspxAlumniSpotlight,Study Abroad/world/news/2026/fiji-peace-corps-student-spotlight.aspxA USF student is preparing to begin a new chapter abroad after being accepted into the Peace Corps, where she will serve in the Community Economic Development sector in Fiji.Emily ParowFri, 12 Jun 2026 11:17:53 91�Թ��� student prepares for Peace Corps service in FijiA USF student is preparing to begin a new chapter abroad after being accepted into the Peace Corps, where she will serve in the Community Economic Development sector in Fiji.Adriana Romo in graduation garb/world/news/2026/fiji-peace-corps-student-spotlight.aspxAlumniSpotlight,Study Abroad/marine-science/news/2026/oil-spills-spiked-in-the-persian-gulf-during-the-iran-war-according-to-new-study.aspxOil spills in the Persian Gulf have increased dramatically since the beginning of the 2026 Iran war, according to new 91�Թ���.External ArticleMon, 08 Jun 2026 15:28:55 Oil spills spiked in the Persian Gulf during the Iran war, according to new studyOil spills in the Persian Gulf have increased dramatically since the beginning of the 2026 Iran war, according to new 91�Թ���.Photo of a satelite overlooking earth/marine-science/news/2026/oil-spills-spiked-in-the-persian-gulf-during-the-iran-war-according-to-new-study.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/arts/news/2026/20260603-joo-woo-awarded-fulbright-us-scholar-award.aspxWhat started as an ambitious project for associate professor Joo Woo has been recognized with a 2026-2027 Fulbright award on behalf of the Institute of International Education and the Fulbright Program.External ArticleWed, 03 Jun 2026 16:20:10 Joo Woo awarded Fulbright U.S. Scholar AwardWhat started as an ambitious project for associate professor Joo Woo has been recognized with a 2026-2027 Fulbright award on behalf of the Institute of International Education and the Fulbright Program."Joo Woo Faculty Spotlight" text on a green background with Joo Woo's headshot in the center/arts/news/2026/20260603-joo-woo-awarded-fulbright-us-scholar-award.aspxFaculty & Staff,ScholarsSpotlight,Study Abroad/world/news/2026/nafsa-partner-day.aspxMore than two dozen international education leaders from universities around the world tour USF after spending their week at the NAFSA: Association of International Educators conference.Vickie ChachereWed, 03 Jun 2026 11:36:32 Whirlwind USF World Tour: NAFSA attendees from around the globe get inside look at Tampa CampusMore than two dozen international education leaders from universities around the world tour USF after spending their week at the NAFSA: Association of International Educators conference.Group of people smiling in front of a large LED screen that portrays Florence Italy with an animated plane pulling a banner that says "Study Abroad" and small trailing clouds say "USF World" above it/world/news/2026/nafsa-partner-day.aspxEvents,Global NetworksPartnerships/news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxA remote Antarctic expedition has brought 91�Թ���ers 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.External ArticleTue, 02 Jun 2026 17:36:15 91�Թ��� expedition to Antarctica advances research on potential melanoma treatmentA remote Antarctic expedition has brought 91�Թ���ers 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.91�Թ��� diver collecting sea squirts on the arctic floor /news/2026/usf-expedition-to-antarctica-advances-research-on-potential-melanoma-treatment.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/marine-science/news/2026/el-nino-and-its-global-impact-on-weather-and-climate.aspxEl Niño events can have significant impacts across the globe including on droughts, rainfall, and the development of tropical storms.External ArticleTue, 02 Jun 2026 17:29:26 El Niño and its global impact on weather and climateEl Niño events can have significant impacts across the globe including on droughts, rainfall, and the development of tropical storms.Iceburg and icy tundra/marine-science/news/2026/el-nino-and-its-global-impact-on-weather-and-climate.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/world/news/2026/international-king-oneal-scholars.aspxTwenty USF international students were named King O’Neal Scholars at recent spring commencement ceremonies, one of the university’s highest honors reserved for those who demonstrate exceptional academic excellence.Caitlin BreenTue, 02 Jun 2026 00:12:29 Twenty international students 91�Թ��� earn one of its highest honorsTwenty USF international students were named King O’Neal Scholars at recent spring commencement ceremonies, one of the university’s highest honors reserved for those who demonstrate exceptional academic excellence.Graduates smiling around USF President Limayem/world/news/2026/international-king-oneal-scholars.aspxAlumni,ScholarsStudent Success/world/news/2026/cabello-alumni-venezuela.aspxThis May, Jose Maldonado Cabello graduated from USF with a double major in finance and econometrics. After a successful internship as an investment banking summer analyst at ING, Cabello is heading back to New York this summer to work as an incoming debt capital markets analyst at ING.Katrina SandeferMon, 01 Jun 2026 15:59:46 “You’ll learn along the way:” New graduate Jose Maldonado Cabello reflects on his time 91�Թ��� and professional growthThis May, Jose Maldonado Cabello graduated from USF with a double major in finance and econometrics. After a successful internship as an investment banking summer analyst at ING, Cabello is heading back to New York this summer to work as an incoming debt capital markets analyst at ING.Cabello and his family in front of the USF brick sign/world/news/2026/cabello-alumni-venezuela.aspxAlumni,Global NetworksSpotlight,Venezuela/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.External ArticleFri, 29 May 2026 17:32:51 91�Թ��� 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.Ship with cargo/news/2026/usf-supply-chain-expert-on-gas-prices-shipping-and-the-strait-of-hormuz.aspxFaculty & Staff/business/news/2026/05-27-brandstorm-usf-innovation-competition.aspxThe USF team was one of five finalist teams in the United States that pitched their concept to executives at L’Oréal’s New York headquarters in mid-April.External ArticleWed, 27 May 2026 17:21:53 91�Թ��� team makes U.S. finals in global L’Oréal Brandstorm competitionThe USF team was one of five finalist teams in the United States that pitched their concept to executives at L’Oréal’s New York headquarters in mid-April.usf team pitches at loreal brandstorm/business/news/2026/05-27-brandstorm-usf-innovation-competition.aspx91�Թ���Student Success/world/news/2026/marina-richter-muma-25-under-25.aspxMarina Richter ’27 arrived 91�Թ��� with a dream she had carried since she was young: to study abroad and build a life in the United States. But once Richter arrived 91�Թ���, those concerns quickly gave way to a sense of belonging.Caitlin BreenFri, 22 May 2026 15:45:21 A childhood dream that didn’t let go: Marina Richter’s journey to Muma 25 Under 25Marina Richter ’27 arrived 91�Թ��� with a dream she had carried since she was young: to study abroad and build a life in the United States. But once Richter arrived 91�Թ���, those concerns quickly gave way to a sense of belonging.Richter smiling next to text that says "25 under 25 Muma College of Business"/world/news/2026/marina-richter-muma-25-under-25.aspxAlumni,Global NetworksBrazil,Spotlight/ons/news/2026/newest-usf-gilman-scholars-join-tradition-of-success.aspxTwelve new Gilman Scholarship recipients have been announced and are already beginning their summer journeys abroad. These students are advancing the Gilman mission: equipping young Americans with the professional skills and global experience needed for successful careers.External ArticleThu, 21 May 2026 16:12:12 Spring 2026 Gilman Scholars join tradition of success 91�Թ���Twelve new Gilman Scholarship recipients have been announced and are already beginning their summer journeys abroad. These students are advancing the Gilman mission: equipping young Americans with the professional skills and global experience needed for successful careers.Santi Ramirez Betancur standing in front of Osnabruck sign/ons/news/2026/newest-usf-gilman-scholars-join-tradition-of-success.aspxScholarsStudy Abroad/ons/news/2026/usf-millennium-fellows-make-local-change.aspxThrough the building of Little Free Libraries throughout Temple Terrace, the “Books and Butterflies” group, from the 2025 cohort of UN Millennium Fellows, is creating access to over 500 books for kids in neighborhoods that need it most.External ArticleFri, 15 May 2026 17:01:59 91�Թ��� Millennium Fellows make local change to address United Nations goalsThrough the building of Little Free Libraries throughout Temple Terrace, the “Books and Butterflies” group, from the 2025 cohort of UN Millennium Fellows, is creating access to over 500 books for kids in neighborhoods that need it most.Five women stand behind bake sale table raising money/ons/news/2026/usf-millennium-fellows-make-local-change.aspx91�Թ���Community,Spotlight/cbcs/news/2026/how-one-usf-professor-is-expanding-social-work-education-beyond-borders.aspxThrough Virtual Global Exchange, Caines is connecting School of Social Work students with their peers in the Philippines.External ArticleWed, 13 May 2026 14:50:51 Khalilah Caines is expanding social work education beyond bordersThrough Virtual Global Exchange, Caines is connecting School of Social Work students with their peers in the Philippines.Headshot of Caines smiling/cbcs/news/2026/how-one-usf-professor-is-expanding-social-work-education-beyond-borders.aspxFaculty & StaffStudy Abroadhttps://www.aubg.edu/aubg-today/aubg-and-university-of-south-florida-launch-pilot-international-virtual-mentorship-experience/?region=bulgaria91�Թ��� at the Business Department of AUBG had the opportunity to participate in a unique mentorship program with graduate students from the USF Muma College of Business.External ArticleTue, 12 May 2026 14:42:57 AUBG and 91�Թ��� launch pilot international virtual mentorship experience91�Թ��� at the Business Department of AUBG had the opportunity to participate in a unique mentorship program with graduate students from the USF Muma College of Business.screenshot of a group of people on a teams callhttps://www.aubg.edu/aubg-today/aubg-and-university-of-south-florida-launch-pilot-international-virtual-mentorship-experience/?region=bulgariaFaculty & StaffPartnerships/world/news/2026/2026-usf-spring-international-student-celebration.aspxThroughout his years as a campus leader, Sumit Jadhav has joined USF World’s international stole ceremony to congratulate international students as they graduate.Tue, 12 May 2026 13:36:52 Graduating student body president Sumit Jadhav: The quiet superpower of every international studentThroughout his years as a campus leader, Sumit Jadhav has joined USF World’s international stole ceremony to congratulate international students as they graduate.Jadhav speaks at podium/world/news/2026/2026-usf-spring-international-student-celebration.aspxEvents,Global Networks,91�Թ���India,Student Success/world/news/2026/ivanesciuc-70-questions.aspx91�Թ��� alumnus Matheus Ivanesciuc joined USF World for a special 70 Questions by the iconic Vogue series, in honor of USF celebrating the 70th anniversary of its founding.Thu, 07 May 2026 10:36:49 70 questions with USF Alum Matheus Ivanesciuc to celebrate 70 Years of Bold 91�Թ���91�Թ��� alumnus Matheus Ivanesciuc joined USF World for a special 70 Questions by the iconic Vogue series, in honor of USF celebrating the 70th anniversary of its founding.Matheus Ivanesciuc smiling and holding up go bulls sign with hands/world/news/2026/ivanesciuc-70-questions.aspxAlumni,Global NetworksBrazil/world/news/2026/nobrega-global-student-center.aspxAnne Nobrega’s passion for creativity and design is clearly displayed in the USF-inspired decals decorating the FAO building on the Tampa campus.Katrina SandeferWed, 06 May 2026 16:16:02 “I’m proud to be a Bull:” Current USF international student Anne Nobrega creates stunning decal displayed outside of the Global Student CenterAnne Nobrega’s passion for creativity and design is clearly displayed in the USF-inspired decals decorating the FAO building on the Tampa campus.Anne Nobrega standing in front of her USF decals/world/news/2026/nobrega-global-student-center.aspx91�Թ���Brazil,Spotlight/world/news/2026/patti-global-alumna.aspxComing from Rome, Italy, Vittoria Patti ’23 began her journey 91�Թ��� in a way that reflects the experiences of many international students. However, her arrival during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic added a layer of complexity she had to overcome.Caitlin BreenTue, 05 May 2026 16:23:17 From uncertainty to impact: How USF global alumna Vittoria Patti is building a career across the AtlanticComing from Rome, Italy, Vittoria Patti ’23 began her journey 91�Թ��� in a way that reflects the experiences of many international students. However, her arrival during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic added a layer of complexity she had to overcome.Student in sash, cap, and gown sitting on the USF Bull statue/world/news/2026/patti-global-alumna.aspxAlumni,Global NetworksSpotlight/world/news/2026/uk-florida-innovation-corridor-babc.aspxOn April 30, the British American Business Council of Central Florida spotlighted a new facet of the historic trade relationship, which has intensified since a new memorandum of understanding was signed between Florida and the U.K. in 2023.Caitlin BreenTue, 05 May 2026 10:12:28 With life sciences solutions in high demand, U.K.-Florida Innovation Corridor is thrivingOn April 30, the British American Business Council of Central Florida spotlighted a new facet of the historic trade relationship, which has intensified since a new memorandum of understanding was signed between Florida and the U.K. in 2023.Group of people smiling in front of USF World step and repeat backdrop with BABC and USF World logo underneath on a green background/world/news/2026/uk-florida-innovation-corridor-babc.aspxEvents,Global NetworksPartnerships,United Kingdom/world/news/2026/herman-fulbright.aspxWhen it came to choosing her college degree, Taylor Herman knew she wanted it to lead her beyond familiar boundaries and into new perspectives and global connections. That realization ultimately led her to Tampa Bay.Caitlin BreenMon, 04 May 2026 16:05:22 Building on Fulbright: Taylor Herman’s next chapter abroadWhen it came to choosing her college degree, Taylor Herman knew she wanted it to lead her beyond familiar boundaries and into new perspectives and global connections. That realization ultimately led her to Tampa Bay.Taylor in a graduation stole and gown with a group of people smiling and holding up "go bulls" hand signs/world/news/2026/herman-fulbright.aspxAlumniStudy Abroad/world/news/2026/subotic-soccer.aspxAt the height of his professional soccer career, former USF Bull Neven Subotić found himself drawn to the question far away from the cheering crowds he played for across Europe: Why were so many people in East Africa living without clean drinking water?Katrina SandeferWed, 29 Apr 2026 16:37:51 “Becoming the best I can:” Neven Subotić on his time 91�Թ���, playing professional football and starting a foundationAt the height of his professional soccer career, former USF Bull Neven Subotić found himself drawn to the question far away from the cheering crowds he played for across Europe: Why were so many people in East Africa living without clean drinking water?Subotic playing soccer/world/news/2026/subotic-soccer.aspxAlumniSpotlight/health/news/2026/h5n1-seasonal-flu.aspxAn international systematic review of studies on avian influenza, or H5N1, shows that seasonal flu vaccine may offer some protection against H5N1. The study, published this month, included USF Health researchers.External ArticleTue, 28 Apr 2026 15:10:09 Could a seasonal flu shot help protect against bird flu? International study points to a surprising possibilityAn international systematic review of studies on avian influenza, or H5N1, shows that seasonal flu vaccine may offer some protection against H5N1. The study, published this month, included USF Health researchers.h5n1 rendered 3d model/health/news/2026/h5n1-seasonal-flu.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/news/2026/grandfathers-vietnam-heroism-led-grandson-to-usf-and-an-interest-in-national-security.aspxInspired by his grandfather’s last‑days‑of‑Saigon escape, a 91�Թ��� student is shaping his own commitment to freedom through USF’s Global and National Security Institute.External ArticleTue, 21 Apr 2026 14:27:29 Grandfather’s Vietnam heroism led grandson to USF and an interest in national securityInspired by his grandfather’s last‑days‑of‑Saigon escape, a 91�Թ��� student is shaping his own commitment to freedom through USF’s Global and National Security Institute.Grandfather holding baby grandson/news/2026/grandfathers-vietnam-heroism-led-grandson-to-usf-and-an-interest-in-national-security.aspx91�Թ���Student Success,Vietnam/world/news/2026/global-excellence-awards-gea-2026.aspxThe 91�Թ��� recognized 13 faculty and staff members whose work expanded students’ learning opportunities and strengthened the university’s international reach at the 2026 Global Excellence Awards on April 14.Katrina SandeferMon, 20 Apr 2026 15:52:50 91�Թ��� presents 2026 Global Excellence Awards honoring international impactThe 91�Թ��� recognized 13 faculty and staff members whose work expanded students’ learning opportunities and strengthened the university’s international reach at the 2026 Global Excellence Awards on April 14.Dr. Kiki Caruson with members of the USF Security Training Collaborative/world/news/2026/global-excellence-awards-gea-2026.aspxEvents,Faculty & StaffResearch/news/2026/usf-jabil-partnership-advances-next-generation-medical-technology.aspxA powerful partnership between the 91�Թ��� and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations – from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 14:22:34 91�Թ���-Jabil partnership advances next-generation medical technologyA powerful partnership between the 91�Թ��� and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations – from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.Sophia Alonso/news/2026/usf-jabil-partnership-advances-next-generation-medical-technology.aspx91�Թ���Partnerships,Student Success/ons/news/2026/hanan-ibrahim-selected-as-usfs-first-luce-scholar.aspx91�Թ��� Judy Genshaft Honors College and College of Arts and Sciences alum Hanan Ibrahim will spend a year abroad studying Afro-Asian culture and language as a Luce Scholar.External ArticleMon, 13 Apr 2026 14:36:54 Hanan Ibrahim selected as USF’s first Luce Scholar91�Թ��� Judy Genshaft Honors College and College of Arts and Sciences alum Hanan Ibrahim will spend a year abroad studying Afro-Asian culture and language as a Luce Scholar.Hanan Ibrahim headshot/ons/news/2026/hanan-ibrahim-selected-as-usfs-first-luce-scholar.aspxAlumniSpotlight,Student Success,Study Abroad/world/news/2026/international-business-forum-2026.aspxThe Tampa Bay region’s emergence as one of the nation’s fastest rising destinations for international business and foreign direct investment was on full display at the 91�Թ���’s Third Annual International Business Forum.Vickie ChachereThu, 09 Apr 2026 14:47:13 Global engagement takes center stage 91�Թ��� International Business ForumThe Tampa Bay region’s emergence as one of the nation’s fastest rising destinations for international business and foreign direct investment was on full display at the 91�Թ���’s Third Annual International Business Forum.Group of people discussing in chairs before a crowd of people/world/news/2026/international-business-forum-2026.aspxEventsCommunity,Partnerships/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/new-debartolo-chair-will-advance-medieval-spanish-research-florida-history.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+April+2026+-+CAS+Alumni+and+Donors%26utm_content=USF+researchers+are+leading+the+fight+against+MRSAThe College of Arts and Sciences named David Arbesú the 2026-2028 Edward DeBartolo Endowed Chair, recognizing the tenured professor of medieval and golden age Spanish for his active scholarship and engaged teaching.External ArticleMon, 06 Apr 2026 16:25:45 New DeBartolo chair will advance medieval Spanish research and Florida historyThe College of Arts and Sciences named David Arbesú the 2026-2028 Edward DeBartolo Endowed Chair, recognizing the tenured professor of medieval and golden age Spanish for his active scholarship and engaged teaching.Person speaking behind a podium/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/new-debartolo-chair-will-advance-medieval-spanish-research-florida-history.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+April+2026+-+CAS+Alumni+and+Donors%26utm_content=USF+researchers+are+leading+the+fight+against+MRSAFaculty & StaffResearch,Spain/world/news/2026/global-medical-brigades.aspxCounting down the days to August 2026, when USF Global Medical Brigades will be going to Guatemala to provide healthcare, medication, and sustainable support, the USF chapter is raising money and preparing for their week-long service trip.Katrina SandeferThu, 02 Apr 2026 13:59:19 Heightening global awareness through service: USF global medical brigades serving rural areas across the worldCounting down the days to August 2026, when USF Global Medical Brigades will be going to Guatemala to provide healthcare, medication, and sustainable support, the USF chapter is raising money and preparing for their week-long service trip.Large group of people standing on or below truck, someone holding a panama flag, while someone in the middle is holding a sign that says "Global Brigades"/world/news/2026/global-medical-brigades.aspx91�Թ���Partnerships,Study Abroad,USF Healthhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2025/pathway-to-florence.aspxA first‑generation college student, Mary Carlin is the inaugural recipient of the Eisner International Experience Scholarship, created to remove financial barriers to transformative global learning.External ArticleThu, 02 Apr 2026 10:55:33 Pathway to Florence: Eisner Scholarship empowers USF student’s global learning experienceA first‑generation college student, Mary Carlin is the inaugural recipient of the Eisner International Experience Scholarship, created to remove financial barriers to transformative global learning.Florence, Italy cityhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2025/pathway-to-florence.aspx91�Թ���Study Abroad/marine-science/news/2026/researcher-seeks-to-integrate-traditional-and-academic-knowledge.aspxDoctoral candidate Claudia Barón-Aguilar is an Indigenous scientist from Colombia whose work brings together remote sensing, community engagement, and traditional ecological knowledge.External ArticleThu, 02 Apr 2026 08:45:12 Indigenous scientist seeks to integrate traditional and academic knowledgeDoctoral candidate Claudia Barón-Aguilar is an Indigenous scientist from Colombia whose work brings together remote sensing, community engagement, and traditional ecological knowledge.Claudia Barón-Aguilar, a doctoral candidate, is an Indigenous scientist whose work brings together remote sensing, community engagement, and traditional ecological knowledge. /marine-science/news/2026/researcher-seeks-to-integrate-traditional-and-academic-knowledge.aspxScholarsColombia,Research/world/news/2026/gca-student-success.aspxWith growing demand for career-ready, experiential learning opportunities, the Global Career Accelerator (GCA) continues to expand its impact at the 91�Թ���.Emily ParowTue, 31 Mar 2026 13:09:37 Building career-ready skills: Inside USF’s Global Career AcceleratorWith growing demand for career-ready, experiential learning opportunities, the Global Career Accelerator (GCA) continues to expand its impact at the 91�Թ���.Group of people at table looking at application and smiling/world/news/2026/gca-student-success.aspx91�Թ���Student Success/pcgs/news/2026/lujuan_wang.aspxLujuan Wang, a PCGS alumni, is now working in U.S. clean energy sector by getting dual master's degrees from the 91�Թ��� to join the Solar and Energy Loan Fund (SELF).External ArticleMon, 30 Mar 2026 14:31:21 From law to clean energy: How Lujuan Wang built a purpose-driven careerLujuan Wang, a PCGS alumni, is now working in U.S. clean energy sector by getting dual master's degrees from the 91�Թ��� to join the Solar and Energy Loan Fund (SELF).Lujuan outside the Marshall Student Center after graduating/pcgs/news/2026/lujuan_wang.aspxAlumniSpotlight/honors/news/2026/breaking-down-global-conflict-arman-mahmoudian-brings-world-politics-to-the-honors-classroom.aspxFrom Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to the psychology behind political decision-making, Honors instructor Arman Mahmoudian helps students examine global conflict from new perspectives. His courses challenge students to critically engage with world events and the media narratives that shape them.External ArticleThu, 26 Mar 2026 16:37:54 Breaking down global conflict: Arman Mahmoudian brings world politics to the honors classroomFrom Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to the psychology behind political decision-making, Honors instructor Arman Mahmoudian helps students examine global conflict from new perspectives. His courses challenge students to critically engage with world events and the media narratives that shape them.Three smiling people holding up their hands in the bulls sign/honors/news/2026/breaking-down-global-conflict-arman-mahmoudian-brings-world-politics-to-the-honors-classroom.aspxFaculty & StaffSpotlight/marine-science/news/2026/linking-ice-melt-to-life-in-the-weddell-sea.aspxMargaret Mars Brisbin ventured to Antarctica to understand how changing ice conditions impact microbial life in the region.External ArticleThu, 26 Mar 2026 16:30:53 Linking ice melt to life in the Weddell SeaMargaret Mars Brisbin ventured to Antarctica to understand how changing ice conditions impact microbial life in the region.person standing in Antarctic snow/marine-science/news/2026/linking-ice-melt-to-life-in-the-weddell-sea.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/world/news/2026/listro-spotlight-canada.aspxFrom captaining the USF soccer team to leading the Tampa Bay Sun FC—the first and only profession women’s sports team in Tampa— to championship victory during their inaugural season, Jordyn Listro has shown remarkable leadership and dedication throughout her career.Katrina SandeferMon, 23 Mar 2026 16:25:26 “No Dream is Too Big:” Tampa Bay Sun FC Captain Jordyn Listro on her time 91�Թ���, playing professionally, and inspiring the next generationFrom captaining the USF soccer team to leading the Tampa Bay Sun FC—the first and only profession women’s sports team in Tampa— to championship victory during their inaugural season, Jordyn Listro has shown remarkable leadership and dedication throughout her career.Team of soccer players/world/news/2026/listro-spotlight-canada.aspxAlumni,Global NetworksCanada,Spotlighthttps://colombiaone.com/2026/03/22/ancient-bolivia-settlement-early-trade-boat-use-lake-titicaca/A new study led by Charles Stanish of the 91�Թ��� and published in Latin American Antiquity used modern radiocarbon testing on materials that were first excavated around 30 years ago.External ArticleSun, 22 Mar 2026 09:43:51 Ancient Bolivia settlement reveals early trade and boat use on Lake TiticacaA new study led by Charles Stanish of the 91�Թ��� and published in Latin American Antiquity used modern radiocarbon testing on materials that were first excavated around 30 years ago.Ship on lakehttps://colombiaone.com/2026/03/22/ancient-bolivia-settlement-early-trade-boat-use-lake-titicaca/Faculty & StaffResearch/marine-science/news/2026/usf-to-host-stopover-for-the-iconic-ocean-race.aspxFor the first time, St. Pete-Clearwater will serve as a stopover for The Ocean Race, an elite sport that serves to advance marine science, education, and protection.External ArticleWed, 18 Mar 2026 15:53:01 91�Թ��� to host stopover for the iconic Ocean RaceFor the first time, St. Pete-Clearwater will serve as a stopover for The Ocean Race, an elite sport that serves to advance marine science, education, and protection.Crews in The Ocean Race navigate state-of-the-art offshore sailing yachts around the world. Next year’s event includes a 12-day stopover in St. Petersburg-Clearwater. Credit: The Ocean Race/marine-science/news/2026/usf-to-host-stopover-for-the-iconic-ocean-race.aspxEventsBrazil,Partnerships/health/public-health/news/2026/cophs-dr-angela-makris-elected-to-lead-international-social-marketing-association.aspxDr. Angela Makris, an adjunct instructor and 2025 alumna of the USF College of Public Health (COPH), has been unanimously elected president of the International Social Marketing Association (iSMA).External ArticleTue, 17 Mar 2026 09:49:23 COPH’s Dr. Angela Makris elected to lead international social marketing associationDr. Angela Makris, an adjunct instructor and 2025 alumna of the USF College of Public Health (COPH), has been unanimously elected president of the International Social Marketing Association (iSMA).Dr. Angela Makris/health/public-health/news/2026/cophs-dr-angela-makris-elected-to-lead-international-social-marketing-association.aspxAccolades,Faculty & StaffSpotlighthttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/discovery-of-first-st-patricks-day-leads-to-museum-exhibition-on-the-irish-in-florida.aspxIn 2018, USF historian J. Michael Francis uncovered that the first known celebration of St. Patrick took place not in New York City or Boston or even Ireland, but St. Augustine, Fla.External ArticleMon, 16 Mar 2026 09:55:18 First St. Patrick’s Day celebration dates back to 1600 in FloridaIn 2018, USF historian J. Michael Francis uncovered that the first known celebration of St. Patrick took place not in New York City or Boston or even Ireland, but St. Augustine, Fla.The Irish diaspora in Florida museum exhibitionhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/discovery-of-first-st-patricks-day-leads-to-museum-exhibition-on-the-irish-in-florida.aspxEventsCommunity,Partnerships,Research/ons/news/2026/usf-named-25-year-top-producer-of-gilman-scholars.aspxThe 91�Թ��� was recognized as one of the top 25 producers of Gilman Scholars in the United States, highlighting the university’s commitment to access, experiential learning and global opportunities for students.External ArticleFri, 13 Mar 2026 09:40:36 91�Թ��� named 25-year top producer of Gilman ScholarsThe 91�Թ��� was recognized as one of the top 25 producers of Gilman Scholars in the United States, highlighting the university’s commitment to access, experiential learning and global opportunities for students.25th anniversary of the Gilman program graphic with images of students around the world in the background./ons/news/2026/usf-named-25-year-top-producer-of-gilman-scholars.aspxAccolades,Scholars/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership.External ArticleMon, 09 Mar 2026 14:04:18 Global Virus Network opens International Headquarters at 91�Թ���The GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership.Leaders of USF and the Global Virus Network cutting the ceremonial ribbon./health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxEventsResearch,USF Health/marine-science/news/2026/new-evidence-challenges-prevailing-assumptions-about-melting-ice-shelves-suppling-iron.aspxThe research involved a cruise to the Amundsen Sea in West Antarctica to collect melting glacial water at the source.External ArticleFri, 06 Mar 2026 17:17:01 New evidence challenges prevailing assumptions about melting ice shelves suppling ironThe research involved a cruise to the Amundsen Sea in West Antarctica to collect melting glacial water at the source.Sampling rosette with gray sampling bottles at left, the ship’s rail at lower right, and the face of the ice shelf in the background. Credit: Rob Sherrell/marine-science/news/2026/new-evidence-challenges-prevailing-assumptions-about-melting-ice-shelves-suppling-iron.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/health/public-health/news/2026/hpv-vaccine-success-in-panama-reveals-new-questions-about-cervical-cancer-mortality.aspxResearchers from the COPH are examining how vaccination, screening and health system factors are shaping cervical cancer trends in Panama, offering new insights into progress toward eliminating the disease.External ArticleFri, 06 Mar 2026 16:59:50 HPV vaccine success in Panama reveals new questions about cervical cancer mortalityResearchers from the COPH are examining how vaccination, screening and health system factors are shaping cervical cancer trends in Panama, offering new insights into progress toward eliminating the disease.doctor inserting needle/health/public-health/news/2026/hpv-vaccine-success-in-panama-reveals-new-questions-about-cervical-cancer-mortality.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch,USF Health/pcgs/news/2026/dean-philippidis-greets-new-usf-president-limayem.aspxDean Philippidis greets the new USF President Limayem at the Fulbright Breakfast, where PCGS student and Fulbright scholar Tasnim Diana was recognized.External ArticleThu, 05 Mar 2026 15:34:30 CGS student and scholar recognized 91�Թ���’s Fulbright celebrationDean Philippidis greets the new USF President Limayem at the Fulbright Breakfast, where PCGS student and Fulbright scholar Tasnim Diana was recognized.Dr. George Philippidis and Dr. Moez Limayem/pcgs/news/2026/dean-philippidis-greets-new-usf-president-limayem.aspxEvents,ScholarsFulbright,Partnerships