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Dr. Ravi Randhawa and Christine Randhawa (center) with their two sons, Liam and Colin.

Randhawa Family Scholarship to boost undergraduate molecular biosciences research

A proud USF alumnus and his wife make a gift designed to help College of Arts and Sciences students eyeing medical school.

October 30, 2023Alumni

Student presenters at the CJRP’s research and policy showcase shared their latest research findings on a variety of topics impacting outcomes in the criminal justice system. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

CJRP showcases student research and honors community members ‘making an impact’ in the justice system

The University of South Florida’s Center for Justice Research and Policy (CJRP) hosted a research and policy showcase to highlight student research related to issues in the justice system and also recognize and honor those working in the field.

October 25, 2023Community Engagement, Events, Research

man browses display of firearms in a store (Adobe stock photo)

New study results show high rate of mental health problems and political extremism in pandemic-era firearm buyers

In a groundbreaking new study, researchers from the University of Michigan, the University of South Florida, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and Michigan State University have shed light on the concerning consequences of pandemic-era firearm purchases.

October 25, 2023Research

Tampa Bay Times Weather and Breaking News Reporter Michaela Mulligan (left) speaks with Journalism Instructor Elliott Wiser (right) and USF St. Petersburg student Jordan Kalajian (center) during a recording of an episode of

Podcast series teams up Tampa Bay Times reporters with aspiring journalists

A vital way to learn journalism is by doing journalism. That’s the spirit that imbues a new podcast series created by USF St. Petersburg’s journalism program and the Tampa Bay Times.

October 25, 2023Community Engagement, Research

(From left) ISLAC director and associate professor in the Department of Sociology and Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Dr. Beatriz Padilla, applied anthropology PhD student Tailyn Osorio, Rebecca Campbell-Montalvo, president of the Anthropology Graduate Student Organization and PhD student Jordan Wright, and anthropology chair and professor Dr. Antoinette Jackson. (Photo courtesy of Chaady Radwan)

USF alumna investigates the erasure of Indigenous identity in schools and society

An engaging exploration of USF alumna Rebecca Campbell-Montalvo’s new book, “The Latinization of Indigenous Students: Erasing Identity and Restricting Opportunity at School,” shedding light on how institutionalized school systems affect Indigenous communities.

October 25, 2023Alumni, Research

Colleen Chappell accepting the Lifetime Achievement award at the WLP symposium. (Photo courtesy of John Tipton & Mridula Singh)

CAS alumna Colleen Chappell receives Women in Leadership and Philanthropy’s Lifetime Achievement award

WLP recognizes Colleen Chappell's contributions to the USF community and beyond, through its Lifetime Achievement Award.

October 24, 2023Accomplishments, Alumni, Events

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Dr. Elizabeth Aranda joins fellowship focused on Puerto Rico in post-disaster settings

Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, professor of sociology and director of the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, will focus on the future of Puerto Rico in a post-disaster context in her newly awarded fellowship.

October 23, 2023Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research

Silvia Moreno-Garcia discussing her new book “Silver Nitrate” with moderator Carmen Alvarez. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

Humanities Institute hosts New York Times bestselling author Silvia Moreno-Garcia

The Humanities Institute welcomed New York Times bestselling author Silvia Moreno Garcia for a discussion about her recent book, “Silver Nitrate.”

October 23, 2023Events

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

The Zimmerman School at USF and FBI Tampa Field Office partner to create public service announcement

The Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications was recently tapped by the Federal Bureau of Investigation Tampa Filed Office to create a public service announcement about the dangers of posting personal information online and on social media.

October 23, 2023Community Engagement

camera crews video news conference with police

USF researchers partner with law enforcement to help Florida families find missing loved ones

University of South Florida researchers, in conjunction with local law enforcement agencies and the Florida Sheriff’s Association Cold Case Commission hosted the second annual Missing in Florida Day. The goal of the event is to help solve violent crime cold cases through anthropology, scientific research, education and forensic art.

October 19, 2023Community Engagement, Research

USF College of Arts and Sciences congratulated four awardees at this year’s Status of Latinos (SoL) Hispanic Heritage Month awards ceremony. (From left) Elvis Rodriguez, Barbara Herrera, CAS Interim Dean Magali Michael, Dr. Susan Mooney, and Dr. Natalie Scenters-Zapico. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

CAS faculty and students earn USF Status of Latinos awards

The College of Arts and Sciences congratulates four awardees at this year’s Status of Latinos (SoL) Hispanic Heritage Month awards ceremony for their academic research and community service contributions to the Latinx community.

October 18, 2023Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Events, Featured

Lauren Arrington, PhD (Photo courtesy of Arrington)

Dr. Lauren Arrington earns National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship

Dr. Lauren Arrington, chair of the Department of English, has earned a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Public Scholars Fellowship. The fellowship will allow her to complete her book about how the New Deal’s art projects enabled a network of women artists to engage in advocacy efforts during the time.

October 17, 2023Accomplishments, Research

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CAS Chronicles is the monthly newsletter for the University of South Florida's College of Arts and Sciences, your source for the latest news, research, and events at CAS.