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USF awards more than 2,400 degrees during summer commencement ceremonies

Graduates include a Ukrainian student who relocated to the U.S., an 18 year old and a student who is pursuing a career in social work after growing up in the foster care system.

July 31, 2023Student Success, University News

USF earns national recognition as a top employer

USF earns national recognition as a top employer

Newsweek ranks the university as one of America’s greatest workplaces for 2023. USF is the only university in Florida to appear on the list and one of only a small group of colleges and universities nationwide to be ranked.

July 25, 2023University News

University of South Florida sets new records for total donors and funds committed in a single year

University of South Florida sets new records for total donors and funds committed in a single year

The University of South Florida received more than $157 million in philanthropic commitments last fiscal year from over 37,500 donors, setting records for both financial generosity and the number of supporters who chose to invest.

July 25, 2023USF Foundation

USF/FIO’s Keys Marine Laboratory to house thousands of corals to mitigate impact from historic ocean heat wave

USF/FIO’s Keys Marine Laboratory to house thousands of corals to mitigate impact from historic ocean heat wave

The Keys Marine Laboratory contains one of the largest temperature-controlled seawater systems in the Florida Keys, allowing for the study of corals and other marine organisms as well as offering a refuge for them to live, rehabilitate and grow. The laboratory is part of the state-wide Florida Institute of Oceanography, a consortium that supports all institutions in the State University System.

July 24, 2023Research and Innovation

Western Flyer docked in St. Petersburg

Ship granted to USF will enhance Florida Institute of Oceanography’s efforts to build a robust ocean science and maritime workforce

After a 4,000-mile journey, a 117-foot twin-hulled ship granted to the University of South Florida is docked at its new home port in St. Petersburg, where it will be operated by the Florida Institute of Oceanography to offer transformative opportunities for students to explore and advance the field of ocean science.

July 12, 2023Research and Innovation

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K-12 students spend summer experiencing life at USF

USF Youth Experiences combine fun and learning with unique opportunities for personal growth and discovery, underscoring USF's commitment to lifelong learning education and community engagement.

July 12, 2023Community Partnerships

Skull from plague

Centuries-old teeth could indicate the effectiveness of pandemic quarantines

Through DNA analysis, USF researchers will trace the evolution of genetics in individuals who died from the Black Death during quarantine, helping determine the effectiveness of containment measures, such as isolation and masks.

July 11, 2023Research and Innovation

Construction site with beam on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus

Construction of new student center and residence hall at USF Sarasota-Manatee campus reaches major milestone

Crews have installed the first of almost 600 precast concrete panels that will make up the walls of the six-story, 100,000-square-foot student center and residence hall set to open for the fall 2024 semester.

July 5, 2023University News

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Mosquito watch: USF researchers urge use of global dashboard in light of recent malaria cases

People are encouraged to be “citizen scientists” and upload photos of any mosquitoes that they find. By identifying the species of mosquito, the team can determine its potential for carrying diseases and alert local authorities to its location.

June 29, 2023Research and Innovation

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USF awarded more than $8.5 million to train public health leaders in national collaborative leadership program

In an effort to strengthen the U.S. public health system, three national philanthropic nonprofits have awarded the University of South Florida more than $8.5 million in grants to train the nation’s public health leaders in collaboration and leadership skills.

June 29, 2023Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, University News

Man in a research lab

USF, Corridor collaboration supports sustainable manufacturing, defense technology and Alzheimer’s research

USF Research & Innovation and the Florida High Tech Corridor are partnering to provide $75,000 to support the advancement of technologies developed by USF researchers.

June 27, 2023Research and Innovation

Group of students stand with Pride Month banner

USF celebrates Pride

Students and staff came out in large numbers to represent the University of South Florida at the St. Petersburg Pride Parade. The largest Pride festival in the state of Florida, the yearly event brought together around 300,000 people to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.

June 26, 2023Community Partnerships

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