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Dr. Mildred Perreault examines factors impacting ability of rural journalists to report in smaller, close-knit communities
Dr. Mildred Perreault and colleagues examined how rural journalists living in small U.S. communities—those with populations of less than 6,000—think about their work and how, to an extent, being in rural and more close-knit communities impacts their reporting.
April 22, 2024Research
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.
USF experts ready to contribute to hurricane- and storm-related coverage
Experts around the world are predicting the 2024 hurricane season will be very active and the University of South Florida offers a variety of experts to discuss related topics and new trends.
April 17, 2024Research
Tremendous turnout demonstrates USF’s growth in undergraduate research
The annual research conference witnessed a notable 16% increase in student participation this year, reflecting the university's commitment to fostering collaborative discovery.
April 16, 2024Research
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
USF researcher reveals the hidden story behind one of St. Augustine’s most famous attractions
David Arbesú tediously pieced together the life of one of Florida’s founding fathers, whose believed to be the first priest in the United States and is still honored today in St. Augustine.
April 9, 2024Research
25 years later, astronomy professor gets second chance to witness total solar eclipse
Kevin MacKay is determined to make his road trip to see a total solar eclipse better than the one he took with students in 1999. Moments before the big event, clouds rolled in, obstructing their view. On April 8, MacKay will get a second chance, informing his classroom about the phenomenon in the process.
April 4, 2024Research
Anthropology professor bridges gap in scientific communication through the integration of red tide research and music
Dr. Heather O'Leary leverages her expertise in anthropology and red tide research to bridge gaps in scientific communication through a new music-based initiative, CRESCENDO.
March 28, 2024Research
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
Environmental Sociology course prepares students for the economic and social impacts of climate change
The Environmental Sociology course aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to environmental sociology, an area of inquiry that focuses on the relationship between human society and the physical environment.
March 27, 2024Research
English professor receives grant to integrate environmental education into K-12 language arts curriculum
Dr. Jarod Roselló, a professor in the Department of English, received a grant from The Spencer Foundation to fund a one-year program aimed at integrating environmental education into the K-12 Language Arts curriculum.
March 26, 2024Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research
Geosciences professor’s 19+ years of glacier research advances knowledge on impact of climate change
Dr. Jason Gulley, a professor in the School of Geosciences, has devoted his career to studying glacier caves, conducting interdisciplinary global research, and actively engaging in science communication to address environmental topics to international audiences.
March 21, 2024Research