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USF remains a top producer of Fulbright Scholars

With eight faculty and administrators selected for the highly competitive Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program during the 2023-24 academic year, USF tied for No. 6 nationally. This is the eighth time in the past nine years USF has earned the prestigious top-producer designation.

February 13, 2024Honors and Awards, University News

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USF research expenditures up 14%, surging to more than $461 million

From advancements in health care to cybersecurity to K-12 education, the University of South Florida’s research enterprise continues to achieve tremendous growth, including funding from federal agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.

February 13, 2024Research and Innovation

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USF researchers, Tampa Bay Partnership economic report finds attending college in Tampa Bay is a bargain

Workforce and affordability data are highlighted in the annual State of the Region, which includes two key economic competitiveness reports that benchmark where the area stacks up against 19 similar metropolitan communities.

February 12, 2024Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

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USF men’s basketball winning streak becomes longest in program history

The University of South Florida men's basketball team was back in action for an American Athletic Conference matchup with Rice, defeating the Owls 69-65. With the victory, USF improved to 17-5 overall and 10-1 in AAC play.

February 12, 2024USF Athletics

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Comeback thriller against Charlotte catapults men’s basketball to No. 1 in the AAC

In front of its largest crowd this season, USF moved into sole possession of first place in the AAC standings. The Bulls extended their winning streak to eight conference games – the longest in program history.

February 7, 2024USF Athletics

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Two USF online programs rank in the top 25

Several of the University of South Florida’s online graduate programs are considered among the best in the nation, according to the 2024 Best Online Programs rankings released today by U.S. News & World Report. 

February 7, 2024University News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF Libraries preserves local African American history

A bountiful repository of local African American artifacts spanning more than 150 years provides a glimpse into the community’s lives, struggles and achievements in Tampa Bay. Rare books, personal papers, photographs and even property records are available in the USF Tampa campus library, the Nelson Poynter Library at USF St. Petersburg and online.

February 6, 2024Campus Life, Community Partnerships, University News

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First place in the AAC on the line when USF hosts Charlotte tonight

The University of South Florida men's basketball team returns to the Yuengling Center for an American Athletic Conference showdown with Charlotte. The Bulls are 15-5 and have winning streak of seven conference games, which is the longest in program history.

February 6, 2024USF Athletics

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USF faculty experts available for interviews on unique Valentine’s Day topics, including how AI could influence gift giving

With Valentine’s Day approaching, the University of South Florida offers a variety of faculty experts to discuss topics including the ways AI can suggest gift ideas, how supply chain disruptions could impact the availability of gifts and flowers, as well as how the heart responds to romance and love.

February 6, 2024University News

USF partners with Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office to preserve more than a century of law enforcement history

USF partners with Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office to preserve more than a century of law enforcement history

USF’s Institute for Digital Exploration is helping the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office preserve more than 80,000 items, dating back to the 1890s, through the creation of a digital database.

February 6, 2024Research and Innovation

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USF and Florida Holocaust Museum to house papers and personal collection of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor and Nobel Laureate

The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity named USF and the Florida Holocaust Museum as the permanent home of the papers and artifacts of Elie Wiesel, a Holocaust survivor who became an esteemed humanitarian, writer and recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

February 5, 2024University News

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Surprise celebration honors Tampa Bay philanthropists Carol and Frank Morsani

The enduring impact Frank and Carol Morsani have had in the Tampa Bay area and beyond was commemorated in a joint show of appreciation hosted by representatives from USF, the University of Tampa, Moffitt Cancer Center and the Straz Center for the Performing Arts – institutions the Morsanis have supported over the years.

February 5, 2024USF Foundation

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