University of South Florida News

USF student poses with Rocky at the Florida Senate chamber

Students gain important experience, advocate for USF during Day at the Capitol

With less than three weeks left in the legislative session, nearly 100 USF students spent the day in Tallahassee meeting with lawmakers and learning the importance of civic engagement.

April 15, 2025University News

Students walking to the conference in front of the Florida inventors hall of fame

USF hosts hundreds of young inventors from across the state

The University of South Florida is building a powerful pipeline of young talent and empowering the next generation of innovators through Invention Convention Florida, a statewide competition where K–12 students turn real-world problems into impactful solutions.

April 15, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

Drawing of a soldier showing how the face is impacted by exposure to repeated blast

USF strengthens research into potential military brain injury with new federal funding

Results from a key study led by the University of South Florida about potential brain injuries in members of the military are driving significant new investment from the U.S. Department of Defense – reinforcing the vital role of academic research in solving some of the nation’s most critical challenges.

April 16, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

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