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New economic impact report

New report finds USF’s economic impact nears $10 billion annually across Florida, including $7 billion in Tampa Bay

Based on the latest data, the report shows that USF delivers substantial returns for students, taxpayers, employers and communities through several key areas, including workforce development, research innovation, health care and alumni productivity.

January 27, 2026Campus News

St. Pete Pilsner in cans.

Partnership with local brewery creates first USF-branded beer

For the first time, the public can now purchase a beer crafted with USF at its core – from its branding to its brewing process. Brewed by USF alumni at Mastry's Brewing, it features a student-designed label. A portion of all proceeds will go to support USF's Brewing Arts program.

January 22, 2026Campus News, Community Partnerships

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Scientists harness AI to discover a rise in floating algae across the global ocean

With the help of AI, researchers conducted the first global study of floating algae and found blooms are expanding across oceans, likely driven by changes in temperature, currents, and nutrients, with potential consequences for marine life and coastal economies.

January 20, 2026Campus News, Research and Innovation

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