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Plastics aren’t what we think. New study finds they’re a tad rubbery, paving the way for better products

A breakthrough by researchers at the University of South Florida and collaborating institutions around the world could pave the way for better products, such as improved batteries, automobile paint and cellphone screens.

August 18, 2021Research and Innovation

A graphic showing students in their caps and gowns with the text '123rd Commencement Convocation Summer 2021'

USF honors summer 2021 class, along with graduates whose ceremonies were impacted by COVID-19, during Aug. 21-22 commencement

The University of South Florida conferred approximately 3,000 degrees during summer commencement as ceremonies returned to the Yuengling Center in Tampa after being held at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg in the spring.

August 18, 2021COVID-19, Student Success, University News

A transformative education inspires instructor to create scholarship for first-generation college students

A transformative education inspires instructor to create scholarship for first-generation college students

David Connelly, who spent more than 20 years as the public relations director at the Museum of Fine Arts in downtown St. Petersburg, credits his education with broadening his perspective and opening the door to a series of adventures.

August 17, 2021Student Success, USF Foundation

Outstanding achievement awards

22 USF Faculty Members Recognized with Outstanding Research Achievements Awards

The pandemic could not divert USF’s top faculty researchers from making big discoveries that shape our understanding of the past, present and future.

August 16, 2021Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation

Vial of Moderna vaccine

USF Health a clinical trial testing site for Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for younger children

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has been selected as a site for a clinical trial testing the Moderna mRNA-1273 COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months to less than 11 years.

August 12, 2021COVID-19, Research and Innovation, USF Health

Skanska workers overseeing the building of a new USF research facility

USF and Skanska launch free mentorship program for small and diverse businesses

The University of South Florida and Skanska, a multinational construction and development company, announced they are partnering to introduce a new mentorship program that aims to assist small and diverse businesses in the Tampa Bay region.

August 9, 2021University News

Man and woman sit at table

Expressive writing reduces relationship conflict and aggression during pandemic, study finds

Individuals who wrote about their relationship troubles during the pandemic from the point of view of a neutral observer had less conflict and aggression with their partner, according to new research from USF’s St. Petersburg campus.

August 5, 2021Research and Innovation

Man gets vaccinated

USF Health joins national study testing how well COVID-19 vaccine prevents spread of SARS-CoV-2 in young adults

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has begun enrolling university students and other young adults, including those not planning to be vaccinated, for an expanded nationwide study evaluating coronavirus infection and transmission in people ages 18 through 29.

August 5, 2021Research and Innovation

A photo of USF's Emergency Operations Center during a emergency management training exercise.

USF's Emergency Management Program earns nationally recognized accreditation

USF is being recognized for maintaining a high-quality emergency management program, earning accreditation by the Emergency Management Accreditation Program. This places USF as one of the top higher education institutions in the nation for emergency preparedness.

August 5, 2021University News

Rendering of USF Football Indoor Practice Facility

University of South Florida raises more than $100 million in private gifts for the third straight year

Even in the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the University of South Florida community rallied together during fiscal year 2021 to support students, faculty and staff by raising in excess of $110 million.

August 3, 2021University News

Bird sits on a dead fish

USF researchers release findings from statewide environmental opinion survey, topics include red tide and carbon taxes

Researchers with the University of South Florida have released the results from a statewide survey that measures public opinion and attitudes regarding conservation and environmental policy issues.

August 3, 2021Research and Innovation

Rhea Law

USF Board of Trustees selects Rhea Law as interim president

The University of South Florida Board of Trustees voted unanimously to select Rhea Law to serve as the university’s interim president. Law will begin her term effective immediately with the appointment subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors at its next meeting on Aug. 31.

August 2, 2021University News

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