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How Black Friday became one of the biggest shopping days of the year - WMNF
Marvin Karlins, a professor in the School of Information Systems and Management, said the term originated in 1869 after the market went into panic from plummeting gold prices.
November 27, 2024Business News
Sarasota ultra runner runs across America to honor fallen Navy SEAL - WFLA News
USF alumnus Nelson Matson of Sarasota was inspired to embark on this journey after his friend’s brother died while deployed in Afghanistan. Matson laced up his running shoes and ran across America to honor the fallen Navy SEAL.
November 27, 2024Business News
USF students create new fashion magazine: ‘A root for something bigger’ - The Oracle
Seam Magazine’s co-leaders want to start publishing digitally in spring and release the first printed issue by May.
November 26, 2024Business News
New Tampa Bay odorless socks company earns national recognition - WFTS ABC Action News
Last year, ABC Action News introduced you to a college student creating his own sock company out of his dorm room. After a recent trip to Hollywood, this young entrepreneur is now being recognized on a national scale.
November 25, 2024Business News, Entrepreneurship
Third FinTech|X Accelerator program concludes with Pitch Night
The cohort’s 10 high-growth startups showcased their innovative fintech solutions. The program is the result of an innovative partnership between USF and the Tampa Bay Wave.
November 21, 2024Business News, Events
USF’s entrepreneurship graduate program among nation's top 10 for 2025, says Princeton Review
USF's Nault Center for Entrepreneurship achieved top rankings in The Princeton Review's 2025 report, with its graduate program ranked No. 10 in the nation, and No. 6 among public universities.
November 19, 2024Entrepreneurship, Honors and Awards
USF Sarasota-Manatee hosts insightful Conversation with entrepreneur Pete Petersen
A USF alumnus and co-founder of Dealers United, he shared insights on resilience and problem-solving during a fireside chat as part of the “Conversation With a Founder” series.
November 14, 2024Business News, Entrepreneurship, Events
USF CONNECT and Bellini Center for Talent Development being honored with 2024 Tampa Bay Inno Awards
Nominated in the Supporter category, both entities are being recognized for their impact on the local innovation community. The Bellini Center focuses on cultivating student talent and preparing the next generation of business leaders in Tampa Bay.
November 14, 2024Business News, Honors and Awards
The Top 50 Graduate Programs for Entrepreneurs in 2025 - Entrepreneur
The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur partnered to rank the top 2025 graduate programs for studying entrepreneurship.
November 12, 2024Business News, Entrepreneurship, Honors and Awards
Successful Sarasota entrepreneur to speak at USF Sarasota-Manatee
Pete Petersen, a celebrated entrepreneur and founder, will share insights on building a sustainable business and fostering innovation during his talk at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus on Tuesday, Nov. 12.
November 12, 2024Entrepreneurship, Events
USF alum Nels Matson completes cross-country run honoring U.S. veterans
The Muma College of Business graduate and ultrarunner completed the 3,063-mile mission in record time — clocking in as the third fastest transcontinental run in recorded history at 46 days, 17 hours and 26 minutes.
November 12, 2024Business News, Spotlights
USF takes the controls with new Esports Living Lab - ABC Action News
USF is taking the controls literally when it comes to the future of Esports, investing $1.1 million into their brand new Esports Living Lab that opened this semester.
November 11, 2024Business News