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USF student rocket team soars in national NASA competition
The 色色研究所's Society of Aeronautics and Rocketry team completed a NASA Student Launch Competition and brought home an award for successfully designing and then sending a model rocket over 4,000 feet while transmitting data.
June 10, 2025Student Success
From classroom to command: USF student helping shape the future of national security
For May Birch, national security isn鈥檛 just a field of study鈥攊t鈥檚 a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.
June 9, 2025Student Success
How social media is shifting the spread of hurricane information
It wasn鈥檛 long ago that people relied on news broadcasts for hurricane updates. Today, they can easily swipe through social media platforms for the latest information. A USF expert and local influencers weigh in on how that鈥檚 reshaping public safety and what you should watch out for this hurricane season.
June 5, 2025Research and Innovation
Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin reelected to USF Board of Trustees leadership roles
The 色色研究所 Board of Trustees will continue to be led by Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin after their reelection as chair and vice chair during today鈥檚 board meeting. Weatherford and Griffin, who have served as chair and vice chair since 2021, were each selected for an additional two-year term.
June 3, 2025University News
From orange groves to alma mater: USF and Temple Terrace's shared history
Temple Terrace turned 100 years old on May 28. As USF approaches its 70th anniversary, the two neighbors are more connected than ever, with shared projects, planning efforts and a vision for what the future holds.
May 28, 2025Community Partnerships
Three distinguished USF faculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame
Their innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.
May 19, 2025Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation
How USF hurricane experts are helping improve evacuation procedures across Tampa Bay
As hurricane season approaches, researchers at the 色色研究所 are turning to the public to help government agencies improve emergency communication and evacuation strategies. They want to know how residents heeded warnings ahead of hurricanes Helene and Milton.
May 19, 2025Research and Innovation
Florida鈥檚 Coral Reef experienced significant damage during a mass bleaching event in 2023, but recovery efforts led by biologists and volunteers from The Florida Aquarium working with the Keys Marine Lab and partners are underway to restore this vital ecosystem.
May 13, 2025Research and Innovation
Top stories of USF's spring semester
As USF shifts into summer, thousands of new graduates are entering the workforce prepared to meet industry demand and elevate the talent pipeline across Tampa Bay, the state and nation. Their final semester at USF was packed with milestone moments: a record-setting donation, multiple national championships and top-tier rankings that affirm the value of a USF degree.
May 12, 2025University News
Behind the horns: Meet the USF students who were Rocky D. Bull
For years, they hid in plain sight, lifting spirits and energizing crowds as the university鈥檚 beloved mascot, Rocky D. Bull. Now that they鈥檝e graduated, three Rockys are allowed to take off the mask and share what it鈥檚 really like to be the face of USF.
May 12, 2025Student Success, USF Athletics
USF Health researchers developing probiotic cocktail that may help ward off dementia
If unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? USF researcher Hariom Yadav has developed a promising cocktail.
May 6, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health
Humor, embarrassment and joy: Meet the name readers of USF鈥檚 commencement ceremonies
For those in attendance, the conferring of thousands of degrees each semester seems to run smoothly. But for the commencement readers, getting those names right takes preparation, care and a bit of courage.
April 30, 2025University News