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University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF to confer more than 2,600 degrees during summer commencement ceremonies on Aug. 3

The group features 10 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 GPA, 66 student veterans and graduates from 41 states and 72 nations. More than one out of three graduates (775) are recipients of Pell Grants, reflecting USF’s impact on social mobility. 

July 29, 2024Campus News

Daniel Doty at volunteer event with Veterans of South Pinellas County.

Graduating student veteran a leader through service on and off campus

By discovering the Office of Veteran Success, Daniel Doty found a sense of community by connecting with others who shared a similar experience. This led him to support initiatives on campus and give back in the community through the Veterans of South Pinellas County.

July 29, 2024Campus News

Students examine sediment in a lab at CMS

Students from across the country spent their summer at USF conducting ocean and weather research

The Research Experience for Undergraduates program gives students the research skills needed for graduate school and future careers. Students from across the country spent their summer at USF immersing themselves in research focused on oceanography, weather, climate change, and science communication.

July 25, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

USF Pearls students during a graduation celebration.

New grant seeks to reduce barriers to college and increase graduation rates for students emerging from foster care

Students from the foster care system have historically been underrepresented on college campuses due to unique challenges they face. A new grant from the Genspiration Foundation for an onboarding and mentorship program aims to change that dynamic.

July 24, 2024Campus News

La Florida offers a multidisciplinary view of colonial Florida’s rich history.

Innovative digital archive project receives Florida historic preservation award

The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation has selected La Florida: The Interactive Digital Archives of the Americas as a recipient of a 2024 Florida Preservation Award, praising the project for reshaping scholarship and providing groundbreaking access into the state's early history.

July 18, 2024Research and Innovation

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

New MBA concentrations address evolving needs of the global market

Beginning this fall, students seeking an MBA will have three new offerings to consider. The new concentrations — blue economy, personal financial planning and healthcare leadership — allow students to build expertise in a specific domain, in addition to the fundamental leadership skills earning an MBA degree brings.

July 16, 2024Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Bulls In the Burg: July 2024 Community Relations Roundup

This community roundup series highlights the ways that USF faculty, staff, students and administration are active in the community.

July 12, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships, Events

Crew members work to deploy new ROV Taurus.

USF and Florida Institute of Oceanography’s new remotely operated vehicle to advance deep-sea exploration and education

USF is the only university in the continental United States to own a remotely operated vehicle with such advanced capabilities, positioning it at the forefront of oceanographic research.

July 8, 2024Research and Innovation

NOAA Hurricane Hunters aircraft

Students join hurricane hunters as they prepared for historic Hurricane Beryl mission

A group of undergraduate students visiting USF as part of a summer research program got an unexpected and rare glimpse of the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration’s Hurricane Hunters preparing to go on their first reconnaissance mission of the season.

July 2, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

Intern looks on during a brewing session.

New paid internship program will give Brewing Arts students hands-on industry experience

In partnership with the Tampa Bay Brewers Alliance, the USF Brewing Arts program is launching a paid internship program designed for students to learn core skills in the art of brewing and understand business operations.

July 2, 2024Campus News

Students celebrating commencement.

USF remains a top performer among state universities, leading to benefits for students and faculty

The University of South Florida continues to be one of the highest performing institutions in the state, according to new data that compares Florida’s public universities in categories such as graduation rates, affordability and salaries after earning a degree.

July 1, 2024Campus News

udrey Brandt is at the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and is one USF's Boundless Bulls

USF honors student chosen for prestigious summer internship at marine sanctuary

Audrey Brandt is interning with the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary in California, one of the largest federally protected marine sanctuaries in the United States. Brandt's journey began after being selected for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship Program.

June 25, 2024Campus News, Student Life

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