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Social marketers catch cheating on online surveys, casting doubt on compensated internet research
A warning from researchers at the University of South Florida: Scam artists are taking advantage of online surveys that pay for participation – a method of market research that has become more common practice since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 11, 2022Research and Innovation
Students uncover Florida's past at archaeological site
Students gather at Weedon Island Preserve to excavate one of Florida's most significant archaeological sites. The field school – where students learn the proper methods to conduct digs and identify artifacts - is held every two years and is part of a course at USF called Florida Archaeology.
March 9, 2022Research and Innovation
Longtime trustee announces $1.1M gift, USF alumni courtyard named in honor of John and Naida Ramil
The University of South Florida’s longest serving member of the Board of Trustees, whose historic time on the board started when it was formed in 2001, has ended his tenure with the announcement of a $1.1 million gift to support his alma mater.
March 8, 2022University News
USF committee recommends site for on-campus football stadium, $5 million gift announced to advance the project
The University of South Florida’s vision to build an on-campus football stadium took a significant step forward today, with a recommended site selected and a $5 million gift for the project announced.
March 8, 2022University News
Two candidates for USF president advance to next steps in the search process
The USF Presidential Search Committee interviewed Interim President Rhea Law and Jeffrey Talley and voted to advance both candidates to the next round, which includes visits on each of USF’s three campuses on March 21.
March 4, 2022University News
Governor visits USF to announce a $20 million grant for cybersecurity education
Cyber Florida at USF will partner with K-12 schools to train students for careers in cybersecurity.
March 2, 2022University News
USF ranks in the top 10 for Fulbright scholars
According to the U.S. Department of State, the University of South Florida is tied for seventh nationally for the number of Fulbright scholars for the 2021-2022 period.
March 1, 2022Honors and Awards
The power of breaking a sweat: New cardio machines create energy at USF
New cardio equipment in the USF Campus Recreation Center allows users to convert their workout into electricity. USF is the first college or university in Florida to have 12 SportsArt ECO-POWR treadmills, ellipticals and indoor cycles.
February 25, 2022Campus Life, University News
DNA from ancient skeletons shine light on how early humans lived and interacted
DNA from a 4,500-year-old skeleton discovered by USF researchers has contributed to a new continent-wide analysis of human remains buried in African archaeological sites, revealing a fascinating story of how early humans lived, traveled and even found their significant others.
February 24, 2022Research and Innovation
USF researchers explore why childhood and adolescent suicides are a serious threat in Florida
The USF College of Public Health is contracted by the Florida Department of Health to help collect and analyze specific data for the Florida Violent Death Reporting System and found suicide is a leading cause of death among 10- to 14-year-olds in Florida.
February 22, 2022Research and Innovation
University of South Florida researchers discover 45 unmarked cemeteries throughout Tampa Bay
USF forensic anthropologists presented their findings of a two-year study commissioned by the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners to identify the locations of unmarked cemeteries on county property.
February 16, 2022Research and Innovation
Religious service participants faced less isolation-related anxiety during COVID-19
USF researchers have published a study that shows religiously observant people coped better with periods of isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic because of a sense of belonging derived from their religious belief.
February 15, 2022COVID-19, Research and Innovation