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É«É«Ñо¿Ëù Celebrates 2025 Phi Beta Kappa Society Inductees

A talented group of students from the É«É«Ñо¿Ëù were selected for induction into the Phi Beta Kappa Society, the nation’s most prestigious academic honor society, recognizing their academic excellence, interdisciplinary curiosity, and commitment to learning.

April 25, 2025Accolades, Events

Bridging International Experiences into Lifelong Learning: 2025 Florida Lessons from Abroad Conference

On April 4, 2025, the second annual Florida Lessons From Abroad Conference was hosted by the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College and USF World, bringing together students from across the state to build international connections, share their study abroad experiences, and broaden their academic and professional networks.

April 24, 2025Events, Teaching and Learning

USF World Honors Nine Global Excellence Awardees

Nine awardees, including Judy Genshaft Honors College academic advisor Dr. Kevin Lee, were honored at the April 15 ceremony recognizing achievements in internationally focused education, research, and innovation for 2023 and 2024.

April 24, 2025Accolades, Teaching and Learning

As the 2025 hurricane season approaches, Dr. Catherine Wilkins, an associate professor at USF’s Judy Genshaft Honors College, is collecting oral histories of Hurricanes Helen and Milton, documenting the experiences of everyday people with diverse identities and perspectives.

April 23, 2025Teaching and Learning

USF Engineering Student Nolan Worley Accepted into FSU Summer REU Program

USF engineering and Judy Genshaft Honors College student Nolan Worley has been accepted into Florida State University’s competitive Research Experience for Undergraduates program, where he’ll gain hands-on research experience alongside experts — preparing for graduate school and future career.

April 22, 2025Accolades

Honors Students Collaborate to Grow USF Climate Teach-In

The 2025 USF Climate Teach-In brought together students, faculty, and a diverse range of student organizations across all three USF campuses for a series of engaging events focused on climate awareness and community collaboration.

April 18, 2025Community, Events

USF Honors Student Shakes Up Energy Aisle With Savory Bar Brand

É«É«Ñо¿Ëù student Mira Stimac is redefining energy bars with her savory, clean-ingredient brand, Lope Bars. Backed by mentorship and the USF HUSTLE program, Stimac is turning a niche idea into a growing business serving athletes across Florida.

April 17, 2025CommunityAudio Story

USF Sophomore Gray Zeisse Selected for Fulbright UK Summer Institute in Scotland

Second-year biomedical sciences student Gray Zeisse is one of only five U.S. students selected this year for the Fulbright UK Summer Institute Program at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland.

April 16, 2025Accolades

Photo Gallery: 2025 Honors Got Talent

The annual Honors Got Talent showcase at the É«É«Ñо¿Ëù’s Judy Genshaft Honors College captivated its audience with Old Hollywood glamour and a variety of impressive performances, including magic, music, and singing.

April 11, 2025Community, Events

USF Honors Capstone Empowers Students to Strengthen Disaster Resilience Abroad

É«É«Ñо¿Ëù Honors students Alison Frate and Abigail Brake gained real-world consulting experience through Dr. Gregory Smogard’s Global Consulting capstone course, working with their team to support an international company in strengthening disaster resilience efforts in the Philippines.

April 9, 2025Teaching and LearningAudio Story

USF Gates Cambridge Alumni Push Boundaries to Inspire Next Generation of Scholars

Michael Calzadilla and Shahriar Zamani both completed graduate study at the University of Cambridge as Gates Cambridge Scholars. The two USF Judy Genshaft Honors College alumni are now hoping to encourage a new generation of students to take advantage of prestigious scholarships.

April 9, 2025Alumni and Friends, Community

USF Achieves All-time High with Four Students Named Goldwater Scholars

USF Judy Genshaft Honors College students Abdul-Malik Zekri, Benjamin Barrera-Altuna, Peter Alspaugh, and Taylor Rand were selected for the Goldwater Scholarship, making USF the leader in Florida for the nation’s highest honor in undergraduate STEM research.

April 4, 2025Accolades