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USF Counseling Center Transitions Services to Telehealth

Mental health services will continue to be available to USF students throughout the semester via telehealth. The Counseling Center will also provide daily, online group sessions to assist students in managing the psychological and emotional effects of the coronavirus.

March 18, 2020COVID-19, University News

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USF Graduate Programs Among the Nation’s Best in New U.S. News and World Report Rankings

The University of South Florida offers some of the best graduate programs in America, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2021 rankings.

March 17, 2020University News

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Faculty Experts Available for Coronavirus-related Stories

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to dominate headlines and news coverage, the University of South Florida offers a variety of faculty experts for stories related to the virus. Our hope is that by participating in interviews with the press, our faculty can help educate and inform the public about many aspects of the rapidly evolving situation.

March 17, 2020COVID-19, University News

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AAC Announces Cancellation of Competition and Championships for Remainder of Academic Year

The American Athletic Conference announces that all athletic competition and championships have been canceled for the remainder of the academic year.

March 16, 2020USF Athletics

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Proper Handwashing: Why Every Second Counts

Professor of Molecular Medicine, Burt Anderson, demonstrates how bacteria grows on our hands, even when washed. With help from Student Body President Britney Deas, he conducts three experiments that illustrate the importance of taking preventative measures against the spread of coronavirus.

March 10, 2020COVID-19, University News

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USF Breaks Ground on New Research Park Innovation Building

Researchers, inventors and entrepreneurs will occupy the 120,000-square-foot building scheduled to open in fall 2021.

March 10, 2020Research and Innovation, University News

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Engineering Solutions for America’s Heroes

A new partnership between the USF Center for Assistive, Rehabilitation and Robotics Technologies and nonprofit Quality of Life Plus is helping USF engineering students make a difference in the lives of local veterans.

March 9, 2020Research and Innovation

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USF Food Insecurity Study Prompts Changes to Local School Lunch Program

Low-income teenagers were more likely to eat cheese sandwiches during school lunch and be bullied because of it according to a recent study conducted by USF researchers. The study was designed to learn about the ways in which teens face food scarcity and on what changes they would like to see.

March 9, 2020Research and Innovation

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Coronavirus Updates

The University of South Florida continues to closely monitor the evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff is our highest priority as university leaders work closely with local, state and federal agencies to share the most updated information. The following information is intended to help inform travel plans in the coming weeks and provide important health guidance from our USF Health experts.

March 6, 2020COVID-19, University News

Graduating Senior Becomes First USF Student to Earn Prestigious Award for Fully Funded PhD at Stanford University

Graduating Senior Becomes First USF Student to Earn Prestigious Award for Fully Funded PhD at Stanford University

University of South Florida Judy Genshaft Honors College senior and Pure Mathematics major, Keller Blackwell, has been named a 2020 Knight-Hennessy Scholar.

March 6, 2020Honors and Awards, University News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Announcing new leadership for the USF Foundation

I have appointed Jay Stroman as senior vice president of advancement and alumni affairs and CEO of the USF Foundation, effective June 1.

March 2, 2020University News

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USF Names Jay Stroman Senior VP of Advancement and Alumni Affairs and CEO of the USF Foundation

University of South Florida President Steven C. Currall today announced the appointment of Jay Stroman as senior vice president of advancement and alumni affairs and CEO of the USF Foundation. Stroman, currently senior associate vice president for development and alumni relations at the University of Georgia, brings 20 years of highly successful institutional advancement experience to USF. His appointment is effective June 1.

March 2, 2020University News

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