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The professor in the green jacket: A chance encounter that changed the life of a USF alum - USF News

09/15/26 — Vivek Mankar almost didn’t attend a USF information session that changed the trajectory of his career. Years later, he shares how deeply that experience shaped who he is today.

Service robots that “get” people matter more than looks and voices, USF study finds

09/15/26 — The research surveyed over 900 U.S. hospitality workers across three different studies, testing three traits that are often built into a robot's “humanness”: physical appearance, cognitive and emotional capabilities, and voice.

Advertising mogul Jordan Zimmerman talks sacrifice, AI and being a dreamer at USF fireside chat

09/14/26 — Over 100 USF business students, most eager to get a foothold into the competitive marketing and advertising world, flocked to the event to hear from the industry icon.

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