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Emmy award-winner and CEO Tim Moore spoke at this year's Bulls in Action Speakers event in September. (Photo by Dakota Galvin)

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

person's hands typing on laptop

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

(From Left) Center for Sustainable Democracy Director Dr. Joshua Scacco with panelists Dennis Mont’Ros (Student Programs Coordinator, Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement), Dr. Susan MacManus (USF Professor Emerita), Craig Latimer (Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections), and moderator Briona Arradondo from Fox 13. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

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. Jennifer Collins delivering the opening address at the Symposium on Hurricane Risk in a Changing Climate. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Collins)

School of Geosciences professor advances understanding and collaboration during hurricane risk research symposium

The AAG’s Symposium on Hurricane Risk in a Changing Climate held its 8th annual session, organized by AAG member and School of Geosciences’ Professor Dr. Jennifer Collins and USF alumnus Yijie Zhu.

July 29, 2024Community Engagement, Events, Research

Dating back to 1865, Juneteenth commemorates the day when 250,000 slaves in the state of Texas, which became the last bastion for slavery during the final days of the Civil War, were declared free by the U.S. Army.

Juneteenth: The complicated history, significance and celebration around the struggle for freedom

Juneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.

June 17, 2024Community Engagement, Events

Dr. Cristopher Moore of the Santa Fe Institute was this year’s Nagle Lecture Series speaker. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

Nagle Lecture Series welcomed Dr. Cristopher Moore of the Santa Fe Institute

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics' Nagle Lecture Series (NLS), held in honor of the late R. Kent Nagle, featured Dr. Cristopher Moore of the Santa Fe Institute, a professor specializing in the intersection of mathematics, physics, and computer science.

May 30, 2024Community Engagement, Events

Attendees at the Humanities Institute open house event enjoying breakfast in the newly renovated office space. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

The Humanities Institute celebrates its growth both in a newly renovated space and for the future

The Humanities Institute welcomed the USF community to its newly renovated space through an open house.

May 29, 2024Community Engagement, Events

This is My Brave participants take a final bow at the conclusion of the performances and story sharing. (Photo by Laura Lyon Photography)

CAS students shared their lived experiences with mental illness for ‘This Is My Brave’

Three College of Arts and Sciences students participated in 'This Is My Brave' to share their lived experiences of coping with mental illness in an effort to eliminate stigma among college students.

May 20, 2024Community Engagement, Events

(From left) Dr. Angela Vergara, University of Central Florida, Beatriz Padilla, director of ISLAC, and Angelina Cotler, Johns Hopkins University, shared their insights during the first panel discussion. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

Institute for the Study of Latin America and the Caribbean (ISLAC) hosts its first global symposium

The Institute for the Study of Latin America and the Caribbean held its inaugural Global Symposium bringing together global experts who addressed contemporary issues faced by Latin American and Caribbean communities across the world.

April 24, 2024Community Engagement, Events, Research

2024 DSLS inductees with CAS Interim Dean Magali Michael and current DSLS members. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

26 new students welcomed into Dean’s Student Leadership Society

The USF College of Arts and Sciences welcomed 26 new members to the Dean’s Student Leadership Society (DSLS). DSLS students are chosen for their superior leadership skills, often serving as volunteer coordinators, executive board members, or critical points of contact on behalf of CAS. DSLS also provides students with mentorship opportunities, professional development workshops, and year-round networking.

April 23, 2024Accomplishments, Alumni, Events

(From left) CAS Interim Dean Magali Michael with panelists Alex Mahadeven (director of MediaWise at the Poynter Institute),  Julia Saad (mass communications senior and news editor of the USF Oracle), Aya Diab (doctoral communications student and Tampa Bay Times reporter), and Dr. Josh Scacco (associate professor in the Department of Communication and director of the Center for Sustainable Democracy). (Photo by Corey Lepak)

Democracy and Citizenship Series explores challenges and opportunities in today’s media landscape

The CAS Center for Sustainable Democracy and Humanities Institute welcomed panelists from the Poynter Institute and Tampa Bay Times to discuss challenges 21st century media faces and how news can meet modern community needs for new generations of information consumers.

April 22, 2024Community Engagement, Events

Food writer Adrian Miller delivered a lecture at USF in February. (Photo courtesy of Liz Kicak)

Food Sovereignty Initiative and the Humanities Institute host food writer, James Beard Award winner Adrian Miller

The USF Food Sovereignty Initiative and the Humanities Institute welcomed food writer, James Beard Award-winner, and attorney, Adrian Miller, for a lecture and reception, as well as garden demonstrations and tours.

April 22, 2024Events

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