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USF graduates celebrate unwavering support, resiliency during fall commencement
Nearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during fall commencement. The group, which represented 93 countries, 42 states and 11 U.S. territories, included 47 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average and 107 military veterans.
December 16, 2024Campus News
A resilient year: Top stories from 2024
This calendar year was full of institutional achievements, international headlines, inventive research and an unprecedented campus response to a historic hurricane season.
December 16, 2024Campus News, Research and Innovation
Marine biology graduate discovers passion for conservation and fieldwork in the Everglades
Whether researching sharks in the Gulf of Mexico or studying fish in the Everglades, Serenity "Reni" Poston-Hymel is focused on a future in marine conservation. She secured a highly sought-after internship conducting fieldwork with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which was instrumental in shaping her career goals.
December 11, 2024Campus News
Graduating student finds himself and a home during college experience
Abdul Muqeet Khawaja came to USF St. Petersburg thousands of miles from home, without knowing a soul and challenged with adjusting to a new culture. He is now leaving with a 4.0 GPA, a network of close friends and a host of accomplishments, including a job at a Fortune 500 company.
December 10, 2024Campus News, Student Life
Summer graduate wins Fulbright award to teach in Moldova
Taylor Herman wasn't sure what she wanted to do for a career until coming to USF St. Pete in 2021. During her four years on campus, she met other students, faculty and staff who inspired her to pursue studies in government and international relations. Her hard work led to a prestigious Fulbright English Teaching Assistant scholarship in Moldova.
July 31, 2024Campus News
USF to confer more than 2,600 degrees during summer commencement ceremonies on Aug. 3
The group features 10 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 GPA, 66 student veterans and graduates from 41 states and 72 nations. More than one out of three graduates (775) are recipients of Pell Grants, reflecting USF’s impact on social mobility.
July 29, 2024Campus News
Graduating student veteran a leader through service on and off campus
By discovering the Office of Veteran Success, Daniel Doty found a sense of community by connecting with others who shared a similar experience. This led him to support initiatives on campus and give back in the community through the Veterans of South Pinellas County.
July 29, 2024Campus News
Graduate involved in campus life also took on secret role as mascot
When Aidan Cawley came to USF St. Petersburg, he never expected to be involved in so many campus activities. Or have the chance to become Rocky. But as time passed, the environmental science major became more outgoing and confident. Three years later, his e-mail signature looks like a resume.
May 1, 2024Campus News, Student Life
USF confers more than 7,000 degrees during spring commencement ceremonies
USF awarded more than 7,000 degrees during spring commencement. The group featured 114 earning a perfect 4.0 GPA and 168 student veterans, and includes students from 46 states and 89 nations. More than 40 percent of undergraduates are recipients of Pell Grants, reflecting USF’s impact on social mobility.
April 29, 2024Campus News
Brain cancer survivor graduates with honors and lasting memories
As Cole Eicher prepares to graduate, he’s also celebrating another milestone: ten years of being cancer free. Eicher has not only recovered, he is a national advocate for children with cancer, launching an effort that today is the American Cancer Society’s official childhood cancer initiative.
April 29, 2024Campus News, Student Life
After long pause, graduating student perseveres in earning degree
For some students, the path to earning a college degree isn’t a straight line as they juggle responsibilities and competing demands. Chau “Casey” Nguyen’s journey took nearly 25 years. This fall, her persistence will be rewarded as she graduates with a bachelor’s degree in General Business Studies.
December 6, 2023Campus News, Student Life
‘Straight A’ student earns bachelor’s degree three years after becoming U.S. citizen
At the age of two, Barbara Figueredo moved to the U.S. from Venezuela after her family left the country due to the political turmoil that continues today. Coming to America and learning English at a young age made her want to pursue an Education degree.
December 4, 2023Campus News