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New research finds that even cacti are severely threatened in a warmer, drier world
An international team led by the University of South Florida found that forecasts are underestimating threats to biodiversity – even to exceptionally resilient species such as cactus – by not factoring in extreme weather events that become more likely in a warmer world.
November 11, 2026Research and Innovation
From the classroom to the campaign trail, students gain firsthand election experience during midterms
Through campaign internships, students are learning the work behind elections and exploring careers in politics.
November 3, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Inaugural cohort of Gulf Scholars become immersed in a dynamic region
This fall semester, 20 students began their journey as Gulf Scholars, engaging in a two-year academic experience that includes Gulf-themed coursework, immersive learning experiences, internships and more.
October 30, 2026Research and Innovation
How UMatter helped Luke King find his calling at USF
After overcoming challenges that made traditional learning difficult, USF graduate Luke King found confidence, independence and a career helping others through the UMatter program.
October 28, 2026Campus News
USF reaches record $775 million in research funding, leading to more real-world impact and solutions
The University of South Florida continues to grow its research enterprise, attracting increased federal support and private investment for impactful work that advances discovery, drives innovation and addresses challenges facing communities and industries.
October 23, 2026Research and Innovation
Students learn the language of finance through Bloomberg terminals
Bloomberg terminals in Lynn Pippenger Hall give students access to professional financial data used by leading firms, expanding hands-on learning in the heart of St. Petersburg’s Innovation District.
October 22, 2026Campus News, Research and Innovation
USF part of national research team that finds drastic decline of marine life in the Gulf
A long-term study of deep-sea ecosystems in the Gulf finds a sudden, severe and unprecedented decline in marine life for over a decade, and suggests the likely cause is the Deepwater Horizon oil spill from 16 years ago.
October 19, 2026Research and Innovation
Finding stories in Tampa Bay’s waters
The Watershed Stories Showcase brings the community together to understand how water shapes our lives.
October 19, 2026Events, Research and Innovation
Rocky’s Regatta revives a 27-year USF St. Petersburg tradition
A cardboard boat race began on Bayboro Harbor in 1999. This Homecoming, students brought it back to the waterfront with a new name and sturdier boats.
October 8, 2026Events
USF students build career skills at the magical world of Disney
Over the past several years, more USF students are taking advantage of a paid internship program where they live at Walt Disney World Resort to get on-site job training for careers in hospitality, management, performance and more.
October 6, 2026Campus News
Impactful human resources internship prepares student for what’s next
Senior Medina Fekovic’s experience shows how classroom preparation and career resources can lead to meaningful professional opportunities.
October 2, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Life
Addition of community leaders strengthen USF St. Petersburg Campus Board
USF St. Petersburg is welcoming two prominent members of the Tampa Bay community to its campus board. Former FL. Representative Ben Diamond and Morgan & Morgan Law Partner Paul Gross have both been appointed to four-year terms.
September 25, 2026Campus News