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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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
State of Florida prosecutor Nicholas B. Cox shares career insights for Bulls in Action alumni speaker series
State prosecutor, Nicholas B. Cox, presented to USF students at the Bulls in Action event inspiring those pursuing a career in law.
IDEx director shares archaeological discoveries from ancient Sicily at the Italian Club of Tampa
Dr. Davide Tanasi conducted a three-part lecture series at the Italian Club of Tampa, focusing on the history of ancient Sicily and digital archaeology projects at USF.
5 ways the ECORE System shows the Earth love
The ECORE System within the USF College of Arts and Sciences manages and promotes the botanical and environmental assets of three green spaces on campus: Forest Preserve, Botanical Gardens, and GeoPark. Here are five positive environmental impacts of the ECORE System.
April 12, 2024Community Engagement, Events, Research
Center for Justice Research and Policy directors release new book on evidence-based criminal justice practices
The Center for Justice Research and Policy co-directors Dr. Edelyn Verona and Dr. Bryanna Fox have written a new book providing evidence-based solutions to questions faced in today's criminal justice system.
March 28, 2024Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Events, Research