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USF and Rapid7 to launch cyber training initiative through $1.5 million federal grant

The Rapid7 Cyber Threat Intelligence Lab at USF has secured its largest federal investment since its launch earlier this year. The Office of Naval Research and the National Science Foundation awarded USF and Rapid7, a leader in cloud risk and threat detection, a $1.5 million grant to conduct research into effective ways for training cyber operators.

September 8, 2023Research and Innovation

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USF receives $25M gift from Tampa General Hospital to support USF Athletics District

The $25 million investment will name the USF Athletics District and the Tampa General Hospital Center for Athletic Excellence, which will feature key space for clinical behavioral health services.

September 7, 2023USF Athletics, USF Foundation, University News

USF linguistics expert pivots course in response to his new study on artificial intelligence chatbots

USF linguistics expert pivots course in response to his new study on artificial intelligence chatbots

After examining the ability of linguistic experts to differentiate AI from human-generated writing, Matthew Kessler is integrating more hands-on projects in his classroom.

September 7, 2023Research and Innovation

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USF and FAU researchers release statewide public opinion survey results on key health policy issues

Findings show misinformation regarding COVID-19 vaccines continues, Floridians are divided on benefits of artificial intelligence and support for legalizing marijuana.

September 6, 2023Research and Innovation

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First planner-in-residence class to receive award for collaboration with St. Petersburg Innovation District

An innovative planner-in-residence class that developed a neighborhood master plan for the St. Petersburg Innovation District has received an outstanding student project award from the Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association.

September 6, 2023Honors and Awards, Student Success

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USF’s Exploratory Curriculum program helps put undecided students on a path to success

Students enrolled in the Exploratory Curriculum program can choose from one of five pathways and are able to register for classes outside of their pathway or even select an unrelated major.

September 6, 2023Student Success

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USF expands student access to economic resources through new partnership

According to the College Board, Florida is the most affordable state in the nation for in-state students to earn a bachelor’s degree. In order to help make it even more affordable, USF has added a new resource that connects students and families with a wide variety of financial resources and benefits.

September 5, 2023Student Success

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Hurricane Idalia FAQs

USF continues to monitor Hurricane Idalia. The safety of our students, faculty and staff is our highest priority as we track the storm and any impacts to the Tampa Bay region.

August 31, 2023University News

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USF Hurricane Idalia update

The USF Tampa and USF Sarasota-Manatee campuses have reopened. Based on our latest assessment of the campus and improved conditions in Pinellas County, the USF St. Petersburg campus will reopen on Friday, Sept. 1, and classes will resume on Friday, Sept. 1.

August 31, 2023University News

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Part-time Job Fair kicks off fall line-up of career readiness and job search opportunities

The Center for Career & Professional Development will be hosting a part-time job fair on Friday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. in the Marshall Student Center on the Tampa campus.

August 31, 2023Student Success

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USF leads consortium effort to designate Tampa Bay a national tech hub in cybersecurity

The University of South Florida is leading an expansive effort to help Tampa Bay secure the federal designation of Cybersecurity and Technology Innovation Hub — a prolific indicator of the region’s potential for rapid technology-led economic growth.

August 31, 2023Research and Innovation

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USF Muma College of Business sets record with over $1 million in student scholarships

The University of South Florida Muma College of Business kicked off the new school year by hitting a major milestone: more than $1 million dollars in scholarships awarded to students for the 2023-2024 academic year.

August 28, 2023Student Success, USF Foundation

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