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New tool to assist Florida law enforcement and organizations in combating human trafficking and supporting victims
TIPSTR is a new data repository that illustrates the magnitude, trends and geographic scope of human trafficking across the state.
February 27, 2025Research and Innovation
Student veteran and campus first responders help save a life
The quick response and emergency training of student veteran Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.
February 27, 2025Campus News
Ahead of Grand Prix, Bulls Racing ignites passion for cars
Every year, members of the Bulls Racing team design and manufacture a racecar from scratch for a national competition. With the approach of the St. Petersburg Grand Prix next door to campus, we profile the tight-knit organization and the students who have a passion for cars.
February 25, 2025Student Life
Students present promising new research from beneficial fish bacteria to prescription drug abuse at statewide conference
Whether discovering antimicrobial compounds in fish or exploring the impact of prescription drug abuse on college students, undergraduates at USF St. Petersburg are making significant impacts in research and innovation.
February 20, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Survey reveals increased awareness of flood risk
Results showed a significant increase in flood risk awareness following a historic hurricane season. The survey conducted by USF St. Petersburg's Costumer Experience Lab and Neptune Flood provides insight into national perceptions toward risk and insurance coverage.
February 19, 2025Research and Innovation
Pamela Hallock Muller named USF Distinguished University Professor
A world-renowned biogeological oceanographer, Pamela Hallock Muller’s incredible career started when she became the first woman faculty member at the College of Marine Science in 1983.
February 19, 2025Research and Innovation
USF President Rhea Law announces plans to step down after national search to select a successor
Rhea Law has served as president since August 2021, initially on an interim basis before being named to the role permanently in March 2022. Under her leadership, USF became the first public university in Florida to be invited to join the Association of American Universities in nearly 40 years.
February 17, 2025Campus News
Bulls In the Burg: February 2025 Community Relations Roundup
This community roundup series highlights the ways that USF St. Pete faculty, staff, students and administration are active in the community.
February 13, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Events
USF’s Florida Institute of Oceanography and DEEP forge partnership to advance marine exploration
A new public-private partnership seeks to expand human access into ocean environments by fostering deep sea exploration and developing new technologies for the state of Florida and beyond.
February 13, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
St. Pete Science Festival and MarineQuest sparked curiosity and expanded knowledge in STEM and art
The St. Petersburg Science Festival and MarineQuest are back with engaging and informative activities in marine science, biology, chemistry, art and beyond.
February 12, 2025Community Partnerships, Events, Research and Innovation
Faculty win gold from program that celebrates the state’s best literature
A book on the geology, history and current state of Florida springs and a biography on the civil rights icon John Lewis were awarded top honors by the Florida Book Awards.
February 12, 2025Research and Innovation
Teaming up with Pinellas County Schools to foster youth leadership
For the past three years, thousands of elementary, middle and high school students have come to USF St. Petersburg to sharpen their leadership, communication and team-building skills.
February 10, 2025Community Partnerships