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Grand opening of new research lab to combat human trafficking in Florida
Researchers, legislators and law enforcement leaders came together at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus to celebrate the grand opening of a research lab devoted to studying human trafficking in the state.
September 16, 2021University News
Gift of more than $500,000 in cutting-edge technology equipment will benefit USF mass communications students, faculty
The University of South Florida today announced a gift from Diamond View Studios and Vū Technologies to the College of Arts and Sciences to support virtual production education and training in the Zimmerman School of Advertising & Mass Communications.
September 15, 2021University News
USF Presidential Search Committee holds its first meeting
The 15-member University of South Florida Presidential Search Committee has met for the first time, which included an overview of the search process and an initial discussion with the search firm, SP&A Executive Search.
September 15, 2021University News
Judy Genshaft Honors College enrollment increases by more than 50 percent on St. Petersburg campus
Nearly 150 students on the St. Petersburg campus are in the prestigious college that provides an intimate, discussion-based learning experience with greater experiential and research opportunities.
September 14, 2021University News
U.S. News and World Report ranks USF as America’s fastest-rising university, inside the top 50
The University of South Florida is the fastest-rising university in America over the past decade, public or private, according to U.S. News and World Report 2022 Best Colleges rankings released today. For the third consecutive year, USF ranks as one of the nation’s top 50 public universities.
September 13, 2021University News
Twenty years: USF community reflects on the 9/11 terrorist attacks and how the tragedy has shaped countless careers
From expertise in anti-terrorism to veterans services and providing sustained medical treatment to survivors, the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks have shaped countless careers at USF.
September 8, 2021Research and Innovation, University News
Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program ranked No. 3 in the world
The USF Muma College of Business’s Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program is listed among the elite in the world. Rankings released by SportBusiness show the postgraduate program edged closer to the top, ranking No. 3 in the world, No. 3 in the United States and No. 1 in Florida.
September 7, 2021University News
USF welcomes the largest, most diverse and high-achieving class of first-year students in university history
High-achieving high school graduates from across the United States and around the world increasingly select the University of South Florida as their preferred higher education destination.
September 7, 2021University News
Federal grant will enhance support services for USF’s student veterans
The Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Service has received federal funding to enhance the capacity of the Office of Veteran Success, building on existing services and expanding the support at the St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and Tampa campuses.
September 3, 2021University News
Florida Board of Governors confirms Rhea Law as USF’s interim president
The Florida Board of Governors today confirmed Rhea Law as the University of South Florida’s interim president during the board’s meeting held at Florida International University.
September 1, 2021University News
Pinellas County higher education consortium creates Racial Justice Fellows program
A new Racial Justice Fellows pilot program aimed at putting college students at the center of creating systemic racial change is being launched by a coalition of Pinellas County higher education institutions and a non-profit organization.
August 30, 2021Campus Life, University News
USF presidential search committee selected
The University of South Florida Board of Trustees has provided key updates on the search for USF’s next president, which includes the formation of a broadly representative, 15-member presidential search committee.
August 24, 2021University News