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USF College of Arts and Sciences awards emergency funding to students impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought devastating rainfall, winds and a surge of water to the Tampa Bay area, leadership in the USF College of Arts and Sciences decided to use the Student Success Fund to support students in the college impacted by the storms.
November 20, 2024Community Engagement
Going green: Teaching lab earns certification for sustainability efforts
The USF Sarasota Manatee teaching lab has earned My Green Lab Certification, joining a growing community of laboratories certified for implementing more sustainable practices to dramatically reduce environmental impact.
November 20, 2024Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Featured
Professor Kimmerle honored by AHA for distinguished contributions to public history
Erin Kimmerle, executive director of the Florida Institute for Forensic Anthropology & Applied Science at the University of South Florida, will be recognized for her multi-year interdisciplinary research investigation into unmarked burial grounds in Hillsborough County.
October 31, 2024Accomplishments, Community Engagement
Bulls in Action features Tim Moore and his journey to revolutionizing storytelling with digital media
The Bulls in Action (BIA) speaker Series brings together thought leaders from various fields each year to ignite interdisciplinary conversations. This year, students heard from Tim Moore, a three-time Emmy-winning director and founder of Diamond View Studios and Vū Technologies. Moore shared his journey from humble beginnings to building a global media company, all driven by his mission to use media as a tool for positive change.
October 29, 2024Community Engagement, Events
Graduate student’s participation in ISLAC leads to internship opportunity focused on migratory experiences across the Americas
Anabela Villach Vaquer, a master’s student in the Master in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies program in the School of Interdisciplinary Global Studies, participated in a unique internship experience with the Organization of American States—a Washington, DC based organization focused on fostering regional democracy, human rights, security, and development.
October 29, 2024Accomplishments, Community Engagement
From crisis to connectivity: Global conference goes virtual amid Hurricane Helene
When Hurricane Helene threatened a global conference at USF St. Petersburg, Dr. Camilla Vásquez from the Department of World Languages and her team swiftly transitioned the event from an in-person to a virtual format in less than 48 hours, ensuring its smooth and successful continuation.
October 29, 2024Community Engagement, Events
Dr. Bill Baker's career of merging the world of marine organisms and medicine
USF College of Arts and Sciences professor Dr. Bill Baker has dedicated his research career to the creation of live-saving human therapeutics using marine invertebrates.
October 29, 2024Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research
The Center for Sustainable Democracy and Innovative Education partner to launch ‘Being a Voter’ educational course
As a national election approaches, a new resource - dubbed “Being a Voter” - has been developed to empower younger citizens, especially students, with the knowledge they need to confidently navigate the voting process.
October 28, 2024Community Engagement
USF rallies to support community through Hurricane Milton recovery efforts
USF is stepping up to support the Tampa Bay community in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Through initiatives such as the Tampa Bay Strong campaign, the USF Medical Response Unit and the Community Emergency Response Team, USF is helping residents recover and rebuild.
October 22, 2024Community Engagement
Taking stock of the damage after Hurricane Milton
Dr. Judith Bryant, chair of the Department of Psychology, joined other USF colleagues on WUSF’s Florida Matters for a discussion of the life-changing impacts of Hurricane Milton.
October 11, 2024Community Engagement
Democracy and Citizenship Series explores how to stand out as a trusted source in a world of digital misinformation this election season
As the nation prepares for Election Day, the latest Democracy and Citizenship Speakers Series event explored how emerging technologies pose both challenges and opportunities for the integrity of American elections, emphasizing the importance of equipping yourself with reliable information to cast informed votes that align with your values.
September 25, 2024Community Engagement, Events
Dr. Davide Tanasi shares impact of 3D digitization on archaeological heritage and global knowledge
Dr. Davide Tanasi shared insights from his recent work in Sicily to 3D digitize and reassess one of the largest villas in Roman history.
September 24, 2024Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research