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USF Family Study Center receives $3.7 million federal grant to strengthen families and support parents
The five-year project, a collaboration with several community organizations, is designed to reduce family stress by testing effective strategies to strengthen parental relationships and create supportive home environments.
October 29, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Corridor partnership expands undergraduate research and advances experiential learning at USF
Through the continued Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 200 students will gain hands-on, faculty-mentored research experience in disciplines ranging from engineering and artificial intelligence to public health, education, sustainability and the arts.
October 29, 2025Campus News
Moez Limayem unanimously selected by USF Board of Trustees as the university’s next president
Moez Limayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors (BOG), which oversees the State University System.
October 21, 2025Campus News
Scholarship funding at USF St. Petersburg surpasses $1 million milestone
For the first time in its history, the campus has awarded over $1 million in student scholarships. This milestone marks a 20 percent increase from the previous year and a shared commitment to reducing student debt while supporting educational goals.
October 16, 2025Campus News
USF St. Petersburg Chancellor Christian Hardigree named President of Texas A&M University-Victoria
Christian Hardigree has led the campus as regional chancellor since July 2022. Under her leadership, USF St. Petersburg spearheaded new student success initiatives, introduced and enhanced academic programs, and built even stronger connections with elected officials and the surrounding community.
October 10, 2025Campus News
USF expands nursing education with new bachelor's program on the St. Petersburg campus
Starting in the fall of 2026, undergraduate students can prepare for a nursing career upon entering college and have access to simulation labs for developing hands-on skills and bedside care.
October 7, 2025Campus News
Moez Limayem named the sole finalist for University of South Florida president
Limayem served as the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years prior to becoming UNF’s president in 2022. He has been recognized by Florida Trend as one of the state’s 500 most influential business leaders.
October 1, 2025Campus News
Community leader named to USF St. Petersburg Campus Board
Debbie White, a former business owner and vice president of Governmental Affairs and Economic Development for the Clearwater Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed to a four-year term to the USF St. Petersburg Campus Board.
September 25, 2025Campus News
USF climbs to its highest position ever in U.S. News rankings
The University of South Florida has reached an all-time high in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best colleges. USF is No. 88 overall among all public or private universities in America, up from No. 91 last year.
September 23, 2025Campus News
A year after Helene and Milton, USF app is leading the way in flood tracking technology
One year after hurricanes Helene and Milton brought historic flooding to the Tampa Bay region, the CRIS-HAZARD app has become a critical tool in helping local communities monitor and respond to extreme storms.
September 23, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
USF launches 'bold vision' for new Center for Executive and Leadership Education
The new center based on the St. Petersburg campus will offer national-caliber executive training for businesses and fill a regional need for leadership education and custom corporate training programs in the Tampa Bay region.
September 18, 2025Campus News
Innovation Scholars program kicks off new academic year connecting students with job-shadowing opportunities
The Innovation Scholars program kicks off a new academic year this week. The program offers job-shadowing opportunities for incoming first-year and transfer students, providing an early introduction to career possibilities.
September 15, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships