/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usMon, 16 Sep 2024 16:08:59 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/research-innovation/news/2024/faculty-members-recognized-with-outstanding-research-achievement-awards.aspxThe variety of research includes advancing our understanding of hurricanes, improving public transit systems, pursuing new treatments for addiction, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular and infectious diseases.External ArticleMon, 16 Sep 2024 09:01:17 Twenty-seven faculty members recognized with Outstanding Research Achievement AwardsThe variety of research includes advancing our understanding of hurricanes, improving public transit systems, pursuing new treatments for addiction, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular and infectious diseases.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2024/faculty-members-recognized-with-outstanding-research-achievement-awards.aspxHonors and AwardsMyUSF,Research and Innovationhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/9/15/record-shattering-student-demand-prompts-opening-of-upper-deck-for-usf-footballs-clash-with-miami.aspxNearly 15,000 student tickets have been claimed for Saturday’s clash with No. 10-ranked Miami. USF had previously planned to open only the lower bowl at Raymond James Stadium for the game, a configuration that can accommodate 8,700 student seats in the north endzone.External ArticleMon, 16 Sep 2024 08:48:17 Record-shattering student demand prompts opening of upper deck for USF football’s clash With MiamiNearly 15,000 student tickets have been claimed for Saturday’s clash with No. 10-ranked Miami. USF had previously planned to open only the lower bowl at Raymond James Stadium for the game, a configuration that can accommodate 8,700 student seats in the north endzone.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/9/15/record-shattering-student-demand-prompts-opening-of-upper-deck-for-usf-footballs-clash-with-miami.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics,USF Football/news/2024/new-study-finds-working-while-sick-actually-harms-productivity-and-retention.aspxUSF is examining how an organization’s expectations and workplace culture can drive employees to work while unwell. The team found working while sick actually does more harm to the company than taking a sick day would. Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:42:46 New study finds working while sick actually harms productivity and retentionUSF is examining how an organization’s expectations and workplace culture can drive employees to work while unwell. The team found working while sick actually does more harm to the company than taking a sick day would. New study finds working while sick actually harms productivity and retention/news/2024/new-study-finds-working-while-sick-actually-harms-productivity-and-retention.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/partnership-with-poynter-deepens-learning-and-involvement.aspxUSF students are getting the opportunity to work with an internationally known non-profit that trains many of the world’s best journalists to develop the skills needed to thrive in a changing media environment.External ArticleThu, 12 Sep 2024 15:48:36 USF’s partnership with Poynter Institute to deepen hands-on learning and community involvement for journalism studentsUSF students are getting the opportunity to work with an internationally known non-profit that trains many of the world’s best journalists to develop the skills needed to thrive in a changing media environment.Podcast being recordedhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/partnership-with-poynter-deepens-learning-and-involvement.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-president-rhea-law-highlights-record-breaking-successes-future-vision-in-university-fall-address.aspxSpeaking to faculty, staff and other members of the university community during an address to help kick off the fall semester, University of South Florida President Rhea Law laid out her strategic vision for the university while reflecting on recent major milestones and record-breaking achievements.Thu, 12 Sep 2024 00:55:47 USF President Rhea Law highlights record-breaking successes, future vision in university fall addressSpeaking to faculty, staff and other members of the university community during an address to help kick off the fall semester, University of South Florida President Rhea Law laid out her strategic vision for the university while reflecting on recent major milestones and record-breaking achievements.USF President Rhea Law/news/2024/usf-president-rhea-law-highlights-record-breaking-successes-future-vision-in-university-fall-address.aspxUniversity NewsAlthea Johnson,MyUSF,President Rhea Law/business/news/2024/09-09-convo-ceo-knowles-matthew.aspxThe 72-year-old music mogul talked about his cancer scare, his jump into the music industry, his advice to his younger self and a host of other topics during the Conversation with a CEO event.External ArticleWed, 11 Sep 2024 15:34:42 Music exec Mathew Knowles talks building the brand of Beyoncé at USF eventThe 72-year-old music mogul talked about his cancer scare, his jump into the music industry, his advice to his younger self and a host of other topics during the Conversation with a CEO event.Group stands in Muma College of Business foyer/business/news/2024/09-09-convo-ceo-knowles-matthew.aspxCampus LifeMuma College of Businesshttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-911-ceremony-2024.aspxThe USF community and guests paused to remember those killed 23 years ago in the 9/11 terrorist attacks during an annual commemoration ceremony at the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus.External ArticleWed, 11 Sep 2024 15:26:10 USF remembers the lives lost on 9/11 in memorial ceremonyThe USF community and guests paused to remember those killed 23 years ago in the 9/11 terrorist attacks during an annual commemoration ceremony at the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus.Flags line the courtyard at USF Sarasota-Manateehttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-911-ceremony-2024.aspxCampus LifeUSF Sarasota-Manateehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/dana-smith-boundless-bulls.aspxWhile Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great-grandmother growing up, she mostly knew her as a family member who suffered from dementia. That experience inspired Smith as a USF student to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training study.External ArticleTue, 10 Sep 2024 14:44:20 Great-grandmother inspires USF student to conduct dementia researchWhile Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great-grandmother growing up, she mostly knew her as a family member who suffered from dementia. That experience inspired Smith as a USF student to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training study.Photo of Dana Smith with the Boundless Bulls graphichttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/dana-smith-boundless-bulls.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Judy Genshaft Honors College,MyUSF,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-hot-band-performs-during-halftime-at-tampa-bay-buccaneers-season-opener.aspxMore than 340 students are members of USF’s Herd of Thunder, which is part of the School of Music. This is the marching band’s first performance at a Bucs game in several years.Sun, 08 Sep 2024 20:47:49 USF HOT Band performs during halftime at Tampa Bay Buccaneers season openerMore than 340 students are members of USF’s Herd of Thunder, which is part of the School of Music. This is the marching band’s first performance at a Bucs game in several years.HOT Band performs at the Bucs gam/news/2024/usf-hot-band-performs-during-halftime-at-tampa-bay-buccaneers-season-opener.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of The Arts,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2024/how-healthy-food-samples-influence-what-you-buy.aspxFree samples at big box stores can range from fried snack foods to produce. But how does that correlate with what lands in your shopping cart?Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:11:23 New study: How healthy food samples influence what you buyFree samples at big box stores can range from fried snack foods to produce. But how does that correlate with what lands in your shopping cart?New study: How healthy food samples influence what you buy/news/2024/how-healthy-food-samples-influence-what-you-buy.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,John Dudley,Muma College of Business/news/2024/usf-launches-new-career-readiness-initiative.aspxUSF is introducing initiatives this fall to help undergraduate students more quickly identify their career goals – ensuring they gain real-world experience and helping them land jobs in their fields or admission to graduate school.Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:02:37 USF launches new career readiness initiativeUSF is introducing initiatives this fall to help undergraduate students more quickly identify their career goals – ensuring they gain real-world experience and helping them land jobs in their fields or admission to graduate school.Faculty member stands in front of the classroom/news/2024/usf-launches-new-career-readiness-initiative.aspxStudent SuccessCenter for Career and Professional Development,Donna Smith,Student Success/health/public-health/news/2024/navs.aspxFaculty members in the USF College of Public Health have received a nearly $13 million federal grant to assist Florida families sign up and make decisions about the future of their medical coverage.External ArticleTue, 03 Sep 2024 09:04:41 Major USF award helps Floridians better navigate health careFaculty members in the USF College of Public Health have received a nearly $13 million federal grant to assist Florida families sign up and make decisions about the future of their medical coverage.Three people sit at a table/health/public-health/news/2024/navs.aspxCommunity Partnerships,USF HealthCollege of Public Health/news/2024/usf-football-fans-kick-off-season-with-unstoppable-energy.aspxFollowing a memorable season capped by a bowl game victory, USF football fans packed Raymond James Stadium for the season opener where the Bulls defeated Bethune-Cookman University 48-3.Sat, 31 Aug 2024 23:30:44 USF football fans kick off season with unstoppable energyFollowing a memorable season capped by a bowl game victory, USF football fans packed Raymond James Stadium for the season opener where the Bulls defeated Bethune-Cookman University 48-3.Students in the stands at a USF football game/news/2024/usf-football-fans-kick-off-season-with-unstoppable-energy.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,Stadium,USF Athletics,USF Football/ons/news/2024/thirteen-usf-students-selected-for-2024-millennium-fellowship.aspxThe students were selected out of 52,000 applicants for their innovative projects aimed at addressing one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. They will collaborate on initiatives focused on creating meaningful social impact.External ArticleFri, 30 Aug 2024 11:17:39 Thirteen USF students selected for 2024 Millennium FellowshipThe students were selected out of 52,000 applicants for their innovative projects aimed at addressing one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. They will collaborate on initiatives focused on creating meaningful social impact.Five student photos with the Millennium Fellowship logo/ons/news/2024/thirteen-usf-students-selected-for-2024-millennium-fellowship.aspxHonors and Awards,Student SuccessJudy Genshaft Honors College/news/2024/what-a-submerged-ancient-bridge-discovered-in-a-spanish-cave-reveals-about-early-human-settlement.aspxLed by a USF geologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:30:00 What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlementLed by a USF geologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlement/news/2024/what-a-submerged-ancient-bridge-discovered-in-a-spanish-cave-reveals-about-early-human-settlement.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-moves-full-steam-ahead-on-its-first-ever-grant-from-the-federal-railroad-administration.aspxWith railroad employment steadily declining nationwide, USF researchers are working to stabilize the industry – funded by a $17 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration, the agency’s first grant ever to be awarded to USF.Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:03:08 USF moves full steam ahead on its first-ever grant from the Federal Railroad AdministrationWith railroad employment steadily declining nationwide, USF researchers are working to stabilize the industry – funded by a $17 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration, the agency’s first grant ever to be awarded to USF.Amit Bose, administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration, Dean Sanjukta Bhanja, interim dean of the USF College of Engineering and Fred Mannering, executive director of CUTR/news/2024/usf-moves-full-steam-ahead-on-its-first-ever-grant-from-the-federal-railroad-administration.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-partner-to-support-advancement-of-innovations.aspxAI literacy, bilingual educator training, immersive learning experiences and social and emotional learning curriculum will receive $100,000 boost.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 14:03:55 USF, Florida High Tech Corridor partner to support advancement of innovationsAI literacy, bilingual educator training, immersive learning experiences and social and emotional learning curriculum will receive $100,000 boost.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-partner-to-support-advancement-of-innovations.aspxResearch and InnovationResearch and Innovation/research-innovation/news/2024/four-innovative-start-ups-awarded-foundation-brag-funding-to-advance-usf-technologies.aspxThe University of South Florida Foundation and the University of South Florida Research Foundation are proud to announce the latest recipients of Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants (BRAG).External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 11:40:22 Four innovative start-ups awarded Foundation BRAG funding to advance USF technologiesThe University of South Florida Foundation and the University of South Florida Research Foundation are proud to announce the latest recipients of Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants (BRAG).Four innovative start-ups awarded Foundation BRAG funding to advance USF technologies/research-innovation/news/2024/four-innovative-start-ups-awarded-foundation-brag-funding-to-advance-usf-technologies.aspxResearch and InnovationMyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2024/new-study-among-viking-societies-norway-was-much-more-violent-than-denmark.aspxThe study sheds new light on how Viking Age societies in Norway and Denmark differed in their experiences with violence and the role social structures played in shaping those patterns.Wed, 28 Aug 2024 14:19:19 New study: Among Viking societies, Norway was much more violent than DenmarkThe study sheds new light on how Viking Age societies in Norway and Denmark differed in their experiences with violence and the role social structures played in shaping those patterns.New study: Among Viking societies, Norway was much more violent than Denmark/news/2024/new-study-among-viking-societies-norway-was-much-more-violent-than-denmark.aspxResearch and InnovationJohn Dudley,MyUSF/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxTampa General will direct more than $162 million to USF Health – an extraordinary investment to support a shared vision between the two affiliated organizations to increase integration, recruit best-in-class providers and advance research initiatives while continuing to grow the region’s economy and create jobs.External ArticleWed, 28 Aug 2024 08:54:00 USF Health and Tampa General Hospital enhance academic medicine with increased investment, greater integrationTampa General will direct more than $162 million to USF Health – an extraordinary investment to support a shared vision between the two affiliated organizations to increase integration, recruit best-in-class providers and advance research initiatives while continuing to grow the region’s economy and create jobs.Tampa General Hospital at night/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxUSF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tampa General Hospital,USF Health/news/2024/usf-receives-record-number-of-applications-welcomes-high-achieving-class-of-incoming-students.aspxMore than 68,00 students applied to USF for the 2024-2025 academic year. Enrollment remains strong, bucking national trends and in spite of FAFSA challenges.Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:57:36 USF receives record number of applications, welcomes high-achieving class of incoming studentsMore than 68,00 students applied to USF for the 2024-2025 academic year. Enrollment remains strong, bucking national trends and in spite of FAFSA challenges.Students walk outside the Marshall Student Center/news/2024/usf-receives-record-number-of-applications-welcomes-high-achieving-class-of-incoming-students.aspxUniversity NewsAdam Freeman,Admissions,MyUSF,Student Success/news/2024/more-students-than-ever-will-live-on-usf-campuses-this-fall.aspxResidence halls at the University of South Florida will hit record capacity numbers this fall, as thousands of students and their families move onto the university’s three campuses this week.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:57:13 Despite rainy start, vibrance returns to USF's residence hallsResidence halls at the University of South Florida will hit record capacity numbers this fall, as thousands of students and their families move onto the university’s three campuses this week.More students than ever will live on USF campuses this fall./news/2024/more-students-than-ever-will-live-on-usf-campuses-this-fall.aspxCampus Life,University NewsHousing and Residential Education,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-to-extend-recruitment-for-ground-breaking-dementia-prevention-research.aspxThe Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease.External ArticleWed, 21 Aug 2024 14:46:05 University of South Florida extends recruitment for ground-breaking dementia prevention studyThe Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease.Man sits at computer with woman standing over his shoulderhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-to-extend-recruitment-for-ground-breaking-dementia-prevention-research.aspxResearch and InnovationUSF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-recognized-by-forbes-as-one-of-floridas-top-employers-best-among-state-universities.aspxForbes surveyed more than 160,000 employees working for companies with at least 500 people within the United States. The recognition further energizes USF's ongoing efforts to recruit, reward and retain the nation’s most talented workforce.Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:08:57 USF recognized by Forbes as one of Florida’s top employers, best among state universitiesForbes surveyed more than 160,000 employees working for companies with at least 500 people within the United States. The recognition further energizes USF's ongoing efforts to recruit, reward and retain the nation’s most talented workforce.USF employees were treated to an appreciation luncheon at the Lifsey House on Aug. 15 /news/2024/usf-recognized-by-forbes-as-one-of-floridas-top-employers-best-among-state-universities.aspxUniversity NewsAdam Freeman,MyUSFhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-new-building-ribboncutting.aspxNamed after a rare tropical butterfly that frequents the campus, Atala Hall will be home to 200 students empowered to help build a new campus community at USF Sarasota-Manatee.External ArticleMon, 19 Aug 2024 15:42:59 USF Sarasota-Manatee opens new Campus Student Center and Atala Residence HallNamed after a rare tropical butterfly that frequents the campus, Atala Hall will be home to 200 students empowered to help build a new campus community at USF Sarasota-Manatee.Group cuts ribbon at grand openinghttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-new-building-ribboncutting.aspxCampus LifeMyUSF,USF Sarasota-Manatee/news/2024/usf-unveils-esports-living-lab-ushering-in-a-new-era-for-the-universitys-premiere-collegiate-esports-program.aspxThe 2,700-square-foot lab features an open space where 40 Lenovo Legion gaming PCs are available for recreational use by all students, a private gaming suite with six PCs for esports competition and a broadcast and design room equipped with production equipment for students covering live esports events.Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:47:49 USF unveils Esports Living Lab, ushering in a new era for the university’s premiere collegiate esports programThe 2,700-square-foot lab features an open space where 40 Lenovo Legion gaming PCs are available for recreational use by all students, a private gaming suite with six PCs for esports competition and a broadcast and design room equipped with production equipment for students covering live esports events.USF students participate in the Esports Living Lab/news/2024/usf-unveils-esports-living-lab-ushering-in-a-new-era-for-the-universitys-premiere-collegiate-esports-program.aspxCampus LifeMyUSF,campus life/news/2024/usf-announces-partnership-with-tampa-bay-buccaneers-focused-on-mentoring-and-career-development-for-students.aspxThe partnership's key foundational element will involve individual and group mentoring opportunities between Buccaneers front office staff and USF students pursuing careers in the sports and entertainment industry.Thu, 15 Aug 2024 10:05:07 USF announces partnership with Tampa Bay Buccaneers focused on mentoring and career development for studentsThe partnership's key foundational element will involve individual and group mentoring opportunities between Buccaneers front office staff and USF students pursuing careers in the sports and entertainment industry.Graphic with the Bucs flag and USF logo that says "an official partner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers"/news/2024/usf-announces-partnership-with-tampa-bay-buccaneers-focused-on-mentoring-and-career-development-for-students.aspxCommunity PartnershipsMuma College of Business/news/2024/usf-welcomes-accomplished-group-of-nearly-300-new-faculty.aspxUSF is bolstering its reputation as a top research university by welcoming 291 new faculty members—a 29% increase from last year—who join an already outstanding academic community, drawn by USF’s membership in the AAU.Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:49:26 USF welcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new facultyUSF is bolstering its reputation as a top research university by welcoming 291 new faculty members—a 29% increase from last year—who join an already outstanding academic community, drawn by USF’s membership in the AAU.USF welcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new faculty/news/2024/usf-welcomes-accomplished-group-of-nearly-300-new-faculty.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2024/nasas-permanent-presence-on-the-moon-could-begin-with-usf-invented-mapping-technology.aspxAs NASA continues exploring the moon’s southern polar region to find ice, USF engineers are developing technology to make landing on the moon safer and less expensive – enabling rapid exploration and eventually the establishment of an outpost for astronauts through the availability of safe drinking water and the ability to create oxygen and rocket fuel.Tue, 13 Aug 2024 13:26:07 NASA’s permanent presence on the moon could begin with USF-invented mapping technologyAs NASA continues exploring the moon’s southern polar region to find ice, USF engineers are developing technology to make landing on the moon safer and less expensive – enabling rapid exploration and eventually the establishment of an outpost for astronauts through the availability of safe drinking water and the ability to create oxygen and rocket fuel.Rocket tested at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California/news/2024/nasas-permanent-presence-on-the-moon-could-begin-with-usf-invented-mapping-technology.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2024/new-this-year-2024.aspxAs the University of South Florida embarks on a new academic year, returning Bulls will find exciting initiatives and opportunities abound on USF's campuses. From groundbreakings to grand openings, explore the highlights and see what’s new this year.Tue, 13 Aug 2024 08:00:00 Exciting changes and additions for the new academic yearAs the University of South Florida embarks on a new academic year, returning Bulls will find exciting initiatives and opportunities abound on USF's campuses. From groundbreakings to grand openings, explore the highlights and see what’s new this year.New This Year/news/2024/new-this-year-2024.aspxCampus Life,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Muma College of Business,MyUSF,USF Dining Services,USF Sarasota-Manatee,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-study-reveals-voter-opinions-on-ai-foreign-election-interference-and-political-stress-in-the-us.aspxFindings show about half of voters are concerned about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on this year’s election and believe the government has not done enough to deter foreign interference in the contest.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:13:25 USF study reveals voter opinions on AI, foreign election interference and political stress in the U.S.Findings show about half of voters are concerned about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on this year’s election and believe the government has not done enough to deter foreign interference in the contest.Robotic hand touches human hand through a screen/news/2024/usf-study-reveals-voter-opinions-on-ai-foreign-election-interference-and-political-stress-in-the-us.aspxResearch and InnovationAlthea Johnson,College of Arts and Scienceshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/professor-creates-popular-online-ai-platform.aspxA new online platform created by USF Professor Zafer Unal features hundreds of free AI tools designed to assist educators with planning, assessment, preparation, research and more.External ArticleMon, 12 Aug 2024 00:59:03 USF researcher helping K-12 educators incorporate AI in the classroomA new online platform created by USF Professor Zafer Unal features hundreds of free AI tools designed to assist educators with planning, assessment, preparation, research and more.USF Professor Zafer Unalhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/professor-creates-popular-online-ai-platform.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Education/health/news/2024/usf_names_new_public_health_dean.aspxDr. Sten Vermund is the current president of the Global Virus Network, which recently moved its international headquarters to USF. He joins USF after serving as dean of the Yale School of Public Health and as professor in pediatrics and clinical professor in obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the Yale School of Medicine.External ArticleThu, 08 Aug 2024 11:02:42 USF names new dean for the USF Health College of Public HealthDr. Sten Vermund is the current president of the Global Virus Network, which recently moved its international headquarters to USF. He joins USF after serving as dean of the Yale School of Public Health and as professor in pediatrics and clinical professor in obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the Yale School of Medicine.Headshot of Sten Vermund and graphic says, "Welcoming the new USF Health College of Public Health Dean Sten Vermund"/health/news/2024/usf_names_new_public_health_dean.aspxUSF HealthCollege of Public Health,MyUSF,USF Health/health/news/2024/fda_approves_parkinsons_treatment_based_on_usf_health_faculty_research.aspxThe new medication lasts longer and requires fewer doses for treating Parkinson’s disease, potentially offering patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptoms. The FDA’s approval is based in part on findings of a study led by Dr. Robert A. Hauser, professor in the Department of Neurology and director of the USF Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.External ArticleThu, 08 Aug 2024 00:26:48 FDA approves new Parkinson’s treatment following clinical trial led by USF Health researcherThe new medication lasts longer and requires fewer doses for treating Parkinson’s disease, potentially offering patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptoms. The FDA’s approval is based in part on findings of a study led by Dr. Robert A. Hauser, professor in the Department of Neurology and director of the USF Health Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.Tight shot of patient's hands next to doctor holding a clipboard/health/news/2024/fda_approves_parkinsons_treatment_based_on_usf_health_faculty_research.aspxUSF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,USF Health/marine-science/news/2024/estuaries-in-south-florida-are-warming-faster-than-the-gulf-of-mexico-and-global-ocean.aspxUsing satellite data, researchers in the USF College of Marine Science found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in South Florida have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.External ArticleWed, 07 Aug 2024 16:28:08 Estuaries in South Florida are warming faster than the Gulf of Mexico and global oceanUsing satellite data, researchers in the USF College of Marine Science found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in South Florida have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.estuary in South Florida/marine-science/news/2024/estuaries-in-south-florida-are-warming-faster-than-the-gulf-of-mexico-and-global-ocean.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Marine Science/health/nursing/news/2024/jamaica-partnership.aspxUSF Health leaders are working with Jamaica’s largest hospital to address its serious shortage of health care professionals – helping optimize the efficiency of clinical operations and offer training for oncology nurses.External ArticleWed, 07 Aug 2024 13:23:37 New USF Health partnership to combat severe health care shortage in JamaicaUSF Health leaders are working with Jamaica’s largest hospital to address its serious shortage of health care professionals – helping optimize the efficiency of clinical operations and offer training for oncology nurses.Group of nurses in Jamaica sit at desks joined by leaders from USF Health/health/nursing/news/2024/jamaica-partnership.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Nursing,USF Health/health/public-health/news/2024/fema-grant.aspxChristine McGuire-Wolfe was awarded funding from FEMA to help the Port Richey Fire Department purchase a new mobile command unit/air truck and breathing apparatus, enhancing the department's response capabilities.External ArticleTue, 06 Aug 2024 07:05:44 USF researcher’s partnership with local fire department helps enhance emergency responseChristine McGuire-Wolfe was awarded funding from FEMA to help the Port Richey Fire Department purchase a new mobile command unit/air truck and breathing apparatus, enhancing the department's response capabilities.Ambulance that says "Incident Support Unit" on the side/health/public-health/news/2024/fema-grant.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Public Healthhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2024/usfsm-housing-ribbon-cutting-advance.aspxA ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the new Student Center and Atala Residence Hall at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee has been postponed because of Tropical Storm Debby.External ArticleMon, 05 Aug 2024 18:04:35 Ribbon cutting for USF Sarasota-Manatee's first-ever residence hall rescheduled for Aug. 19A ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the new Student Center and Atala Residence Hall at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee has been postponed because of Tropical Storm Debby.New residence hall at USF Sarasota-Manateehttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2024/usfsm-housing-ribbon-cutting-advance.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF,USF Sarasota-Manatee/news/2024/usf-update-on-tropical-storm-debby.aspxThe USF St. Petersburg campus will reopen and resume normal business operations on Tuesday, August 6. The USF Tampa campus (including USF Health downtown) and USF Sarasota-Manatee campuses will continue with normal business operations on Tuesday, August 6.Mon, 05 Aug 2024 16:59:53 USF Tropical Storm Debby updateThe USF St. Petersburg campus will reopen and resume normal business operations on Tuesday, August 6. The USF Tampa campus (including USF Health downtown) and USF Sarasota-Manatee campuses will continue with normal business operations on Tuesday, August 6.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/usf-update-on-tropical-storm-debby.aspxUniversity NewsTropical Storm Debby/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-2600-degrees-during-summer-commencement-ceremonies-on-aug-3.aspxGraduates included a legacy student whose grandmother was part of USF's charter class, a student veteran who served in Afghanistan and a Peace Corps recruiter who speaks four languages.Sat, 03 Aug 2024 13:11:13 USF confers more than 2,600 degrees during summer commencement ceremoniesGraduates included a legacy student whose grandmother was part of USF's charter class, a student veteran who served in Afghanistan and a Peace Corps recruiter who speaks four languages.Students walks across the commencement stage with his arms in the air/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-2600-degrees-during-summer-commencement-ceremonies-on-aug-3.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,Commencement,MyUSF,One USF/news/2024/usf-summer-ventures-span-the-globe-with-innovative-research-projects.aspxFaculty at the University of South Florida traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.Thu, 01 Aug 2024 16:43:30 USF summer ventures span the globe with innovative research projectsFaculty at the University of South Florida traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.USF summer ventures span the globe with innovative research projects/news/2024/usf-summer-ventures-span-the-globe-with-innovative-research-projects.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/health/news/2024/tcop_opens_new_home_in_downtown_tampa.aspxThe PharmD program is now located in USF Health's Water Street location and offers a variety of cutting-edge opportunities, such as holographic technology and a dedicated space for college entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to potential partners and investors.External ArticleTue, 30 Jul 2024 15:41:05 USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy opens new home in downtown TampaThe PharmD program is now located in USF Health's Water Street location and offers a variety of cutting-edge opportunities, such as holographic technology and a dedicated space for college entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to potential partners and investors.Group cuts a giant ribbon at the Taneja College of Pharmacy building/health/news/2024/tcop_opens_new_home_in_downtown_tampa.aspxUSF HealthMyUSF,Taneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2024/mcom-welcomes-class-of-2028.aspxThe Class of 2028 features 130 first-year medical students with a median MCAT score of 520, placing them in the top 3% among other freshman classes nationally.External ArticleTue, 30 Jul 2024 07:03:53 USF Health Morsani College of Medicine welcomes its strongest academic class yetThe Class of 2028 features 130 first-year medical students with a median MCAT score of 520, placing them in the top 3% among other freshman classes nationally.Group of medical students pose with Rocky/health/news/2024/mcom-welcomes-class-of-2028.aspxStudent Success,USF HealthUSF Health Morsani College of Medicinehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxMore than 40 students from across the country participated in the USF Research Experience for Undergraduates. The program provided experience in developing research skills required for graduate school and future careers.External ArticleFri, 26 Jul 2024 14:27:46 Students wrap up summer at USF conducting ocean and weather researchMore than 40 students from across the country participated in the USF Research Experience for Undergraduates. The program provided experience in developing research skills required for graduate school and future careers.Two students in a labhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/student-led-testing-of-first-responder-vehicles-at-the-core-of-infection-control-initiative.aspxThe five-year project, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will create specialized infection control training and resources for fire and EMS personnel through a new training hub.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:16:05 Student-led testing of first responder vehicles at the core of infection control initiativeThe five-year project, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will create specialized infection control training and resources for fire and EMS personnel through a new training hub.Student-led testing of first responder vehicles at the core of infection control initiative/news/2024/student-led-testing-of-first-responder-vehicles-at-the-core-of-infection-control-initiative.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Public Health,MyUSFhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/7/24/track-field-five-bulls-set-to-compete-in-paris-2024-olympics.aspxThe student athletes are set to represent their home countries and the University of South Florida at the XXXIII Olympic Games. USF's five Olympians are the most among any school in the American Athletic Conference.External ArticleThu, 25 Jul 2024 08:19:03 Five Bulls set to compete in Paris 2024 OlympicsThe student athletes are set to represent their home countries and the University of South Florida at the XXXIII Olympic Games. USF's five Olympians are the most among any school in the American Athletic Conference.Abdul-Rasheed Saminuhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/7/24/track-field-five-bulls-set-to-compete-in-paris-2024-olympics.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athleticshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/new-grant-seeks-to-reduce-barriers-to-college-and-increase-grad-rates-for-foster-care-students.aspxA new $60,000 grant from the Genspiration Foundation for an onboarding and mentorship program aims to change that dynamic by supporting incoming USF students emerging from foster care and navigating the transition into higher education. External ArticleWed, 24 Jul 2024 09:37:24 New grant seeks to reduce barriers to college and increase graduation rates for students emerging from foster careA new $60,000 grant from the Genspiration Foundation for an onboarding and mentorship program aims to change that dynamic by supporting incoming USF students emerging from foster care and navigating the transition into higher education. Group of students give the Go Bulls hand signalhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/new-grant-seeks-to-reduce-barriers-to-college-and-increase-grad-rates-for-foster-care-students.aspxUSF FoundationUSF Foundation/news/2024/university-of-south-florida-welcomes-presidents-new-global-leadership-council.aspxThe University of South Florida is welcoming back to campus members of a newly created presidential advisory group that includes 14 esteemed alumni who are renowned leaders in their respective fields around the world.Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:54:33 University of South Florida welcomes new President’s Global Leadership CouncilThe University of South Florida is welcoming back to campus members of a newly created presidential advisory group that includes 14 esteemed alumni who are renowned leaders in their respective fields around the world.President's Global Leadership Council/news/2024/university-of-south-florida-welcomes-presidents-new-global-leadership-council.aspxCommunity PartnershipsAlumni,Dan Caterinicchia,MyUSF,President Rhea Law/news/2024/digital-food-ordering-drives-increased-indulgence-and-spending-usf-study-reveals.aspxThis study uniquely examines the impact of ordering food from a digital screen, revealing that digital modes lead to more indulgent choices and higher spending due to lower cognitive involvement.Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:03:10 Digital food ordering drives increased indulgence and spending, USF study revealsThis study uniquely examines the impact of ordering food from a digital screen, revealing that digital modes lead to more indulgent choices and higher spending due to lower cognitive involvement.Digital food ordering drives increased indulgence and spending, USF study reveals/news/2024/digital-food-ordering-drives-increased-indulgence-and-spending-usf-study-reveals.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,Muma College of Business,MyUSFhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/usf-sets-new-records-philanthropic-supportThis is the third straight year that USF has set new fundraising records, receiving over $168 million in philanthropic support from more than 54,000 donors in the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2024.External ArticleTue, 23 Jul 2024 08:29:56 University of South Florida sets new records for philanthropic supportThis is the third straight year that USF has set new fundraising records, receiving over $168 million in philanthropic support from more than 54,000 donors in the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2024.USF sign that says "Be Bold"https://giving.usf.edu/impact/usf-sets-new-records-philanthropic-supportUSF FoundationAAU,MyUSF,USF Foundation