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USF Hurricane Ian FAQs
Based on the latest weather information and related closures in our region, all USF classes will be canceled until Monday, Oct. 3.
October 3, 2022University News
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USF volunteers serve nearly 1,500 hours to assist evacuation shelters during Hurricane Ian
To help the community during a time of crisis, the USF Community Emergency Response Team and Medical Response Unit banded together during Hurricane Ian.
October 3, 2022University News
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USF Research Park receives international award
The University of South Florida Research Park has been named the 2022 Outstanding Research Park by the Association of University Research Parks. This follows the grand opening of a new state-of-the-art research center that deepens the connection between university innovation and the business community, helping advance the Tampa Bay region’s growing startup ecosystem.
September 23, 2022Research and Innovation, University News
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USF partners with MacDill Air Force Base to grow and strengthen educational opportunities
With education at the forefront, the overall goal of the partnership is to encourage and enhance the study of a variety of fields, including science, technology, engineering and math.
September 19, 2022Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, University News
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USF Sarasota-Manatee campus to add its first student housing
The Florida Board of Governors on Wednesday unanimously approved building a housing and student center complex on the University of South Florida’s Sarasota-Manatee campus, advancing USF’s bold plans to expand the campus and transform the college experience for students.
September 14, 2022Campus Life, University News
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USF earns national award for excellence in diversity and inclusion
The University of South Florida is a recipient of the 2022 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award, which recognizes U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.
September 13, 2022University News
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University of South Florida rises to its highest position ever in U.S. News & World Report rankings
USF now stands at No. 42 among all public universities and continues to be America’s fastest-rising university.
September 12, 2022University News
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USF celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized in the U.S. each year from Sept. 15-Oct. 15 as an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our communities and nation.
September 12, 2022Campus Life, University News
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USF commemorates 21st anniversary of 9/11 at Sarasota-Manatee campus ceremony
The University of South Florida commemorated the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with a special remembrance ceremony on the grounds of the Sarasota-Manatee campus.
September 11, 2022University News
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All USF College of The Arts performances to be offered for free
Effective immediately, USF’s College of The Arts will now offer tickets to all of its events free of charge. In addition, the college will begin to schedule some weekday matinees to provide options for individuals who may not be able to attend evening or weekend performances.
September 8, 2022University News
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New global patent ranking places USF among world’s top institutions
The University of South Florida continues to stand with the world’s top universities in producing new U.S. utility patents, according to a new ranking released today by the National Academy of Inventors and the Intellectual Property Owners Association.
September 7, 2022University News
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University of South Florida selects a recommended design/build team for on-campus stadium
The University of South Florida reached an important milestone in the process to construct an on-campus stadium, as university leaders recommended selecting the design/build team of Barton Malow and Populous for the project.
September 6, 2022USF Athletics, University News