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Gulf of Mexico Tilefish: Recent Checkup Shows Compromised Health Since Historic Oil Spill
The most recent assessment of the tilefish population offers sweet relief to those who enjoy the savory succulence of this slow-growing fish that roams the deeper waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Tilefish, which tastes similar to lobster or crab, is sustainably managed and regularly finds itself served up baked, broiled, or grilled on menus in Florida – easily fetching $29 as a mouth-watering entrée.
November 19, 2019Research and Innovation
USF's Education Abroad Program Rises to an All-Time High in International Rankings
The University of South Florida’s Education Abroad program has risen to 39th in the nation for all institutions and 30th among public universities, according to the most recent Open Doors annual report published by the Institute of International Education.
November 19, 2019Honors and Awards, University News
USF Sarasota-Manatee Instructor Recalls Thrill of Discovering ‘Clemens’ Signature at Mark Twain Cave
Tens of thousands of signatures inhabit the Mark Twain Cave in Hannibal, Missouri, but one famous autograph, that of namesake Twain, or Samuel L. Clemens, seemed noticeably absent. Signatures, nicknames and initials – some in pencil, paint, candle smoke, even berry juice – cover the cave’s three miles of passageways, but Clemens’ signature was never to be found. That is until July 26, when USF Sarasota-Manatee instructor and Mark Twain s
November 19, 2019Research and Innovation
MLB Pitcher Enrolls in USF St. Petersburg’s MBA Program
Since he could remember, Tanner Anderson pictured himself pitching in the big leagues. Anderson threw his first ball when he was three years old and played for Plant City High School as a teenager. In 2011, he was accepted to Harvard University, where Anderson pitched and played second base for four years.
November 18, 2019University News
Perspective: Student Success in a Consolidated USF
The combined resources, expertise and commitment of three campuses will elevate student performance on key metrics, including first-year retention rates and four- and six-year graduation rates. At the same time, the USF team will maintain parity in persistence and completion rates by race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.
November 18, 2019University News
Currall Shares Vision for USF’s Future in Presidential Inauguration Speech
President Steven C. Currall outlined his vision for the University of South Florida’s future in a speech to students, faculty, staff and alumni during his inauguration this afternoon as the university’s seventh president.
November 14, 2019University News
Symbols of Learning
The story behind academic regalia exhibited during the inauguration of President Steve Currall.
November 13, 2019Campus Life
University of South Florida Wins APLU’s 2019 Institutional Award for Global Learning, Research & Engagement
The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), the national association for the leading 237 research universities in the United States, announced that the University of South Florida is the top winner of its 2019 Institutional Award for Global Learning, Research & Engagement.
November 11, 2019Honors and Awards
Celebrating USF’s Student Veterans: Transforming Military Experiences into Academic Success
There are nearly two-thousand student veterans thriving within the University of South Florida’s veteran-centered programs. The Office of Veteran Success fosters a strong sense of community, keeping USF at the top of the list of the Military Times annual “Best for Vets” ranking.
November 8, 2019Campus Life
Perspective: The Benefits of Earning a Degree from a Top Tier National Research University
With consolidation, USF students are provided access to a broader array of rigorous and relevant accredited degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, doctoral research, and professional levels on all three campuses.
November 7, 2019University News
NASA Lands at USF
USF students received a unique opportunity to learn about NASA, the international space station and much more. Don Thomas shared stories about becoming an astronaut and his experiences in space exploration.
November 6, 2019University News
Uplifting a Community by Improving its Environment
For University of South Florida Professor, Christian Wells, PhD, the health and wellbeing of a community is tied directly to the health of the environment around it. It’s that belief that influences Wells’ work and has led to a productive partnership with a Tampa-area nonprofit transforming an in-need community right in USF’s backyard.
November 5, 2019Research and Innovation