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An “invasive” marine organism has become an economic resource in the eastern Mediterranean
A recent paper on foraminifera in the eastern Mediterranean offers a unique perspective on the complex interactions between humans and marine environments.
September 12, 2024Research and Innovation
Partnership with Poynter Institute to deepen hands-on learning and community involvement for journalism students
This year, 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.
September 12, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships
A great grandmother inspired this student's research into dementia
Growing up, Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great grandmother. But Smith knew her mostly 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.
September 10, 2024Research and Innovation, Student Life
Marine researcher part of expeditions discovering species and uncovering benefits of the deep sea
Using tools and technology that comb the ocean depths for new discoveries, USF Biology Professor Heather Judkins will explore the Gulf of Mexico as part of a research consortium that recently received more than $7.5 million in grant funding.
September 4, 2024Research and Innovation
Nelson Poynter Memorial Library teams up with community partners to offer free data literacy workshops
The Nelson Poynter Memorial Library is offering several expert-led workshops to increase data literacy in the community. The free workshops are designed to empower community members and nonprofit leaders to build skills in using data to solve problems and tell stories.
September 4, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships
Honors College professor has a side gig: mayor of Gulfport
Who better to teach classes on local government and responding to natural hazards than the mayor of a small, coastal town in Florida? Gulfport Mayor Sam Henderson is teaching courses focused on environmental issues, building community and public policy this academic year.
August 28, 2024Campus News
USF receives record number of applications, welcomes high-achieving class of incoming students
This year, USF received a record number of applications from first time in college students. More than 68,000 students applied to USF, an increase of approximately 5% from last year and over 35% from just three years ago.
August 27, 2024Campus News, Student Life
New This Year
The start of the academic year brings fresh features and additions to campus. At USF St. Petersburg, that means new educational, health and recreational opportunities. Check out all that’s new this year!
August 22, 2024Campus News, Student Life
University of South Florida to extend recruitment for ground-breaking dementia prevention research through December 2024
The 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.
August 21, 2024Research and Innovation
GENERATOR art exhibit will feature a panoramic video installation
The USF College of The Arts’ Contemporary Art Museum GENERATOR will debut a new exhibition, MARE MAGNVM, by artist Edison Peñafiel. The life-size panoramic video installation features 14 boats crossing a sea, each with its unique collection of characters.
August 20, 2024Campus News, Events
USF St. Petersburg leverages connection with community to welcome largest summer class
While the summer months are thought by many to be a downtime for universities, USF St. Petersburg welcomed around 770 students during its 2024 summer semester, a new record for the campus.
August 19, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships
Bulls In the Burg: August 2024 Community Relations Roundup
This community roundup series highlights the ways that USF faculty, staff, students and administration are active in the community.
August 14, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships, Events