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2026 issue of Innovations Magazine

Innovations Magazine 2026

In the latest edition of Innovations, USF St. Petersburg's annual magazine, read stories on impactful research, academic programs meeting community needs and achievements of students and alumni that highlight the upward trajectory of the campus.

January 13, 2026Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Life

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Top stories of 2025

This calendar year showcased the vital role USF St. Petersburg continues to play in addressing the education and workforce development needs of the Tampa Bay region while conducting research that has national implications and global significance.

December 15, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

Clark Stanton filming on the sidelines.

Meet the grad behind those viral USF football videos filmed on Nintendo DS and other devices

Using a Nintendo DS, a Ring doorbell, a car backup camera and other devices, videos filmed by Clark Stanton have attracted millions of views, been shared by ESPN and set off a social media trend.

December 8, 2025Campus News, Student Life

Tiffany Chenneville during her D.C. fellowship.

Lifetime award for ethics education given to USF psychology professor

The American Psychological Association has recognized Tiffany Chenneville with the 2025 Lifetime Award for Accomplishments in Ethics Education. The award is given to a psychologist who has made outstanding contributions to ethics education across all fields of psychology.

December 2, 2025Campus News, Research and Innovation

Students exploring Gulf Coast.

National award creates Gulf Scholars program to enhance student exploration of Florida’s coastal issues

Starting in fall 2026, approximately 20 undergraduate students from all majors can engage in a two-year academic experience that includes Gulf-themed coursework, experiential learning and the creation of a public-facing Gulf Impact Project.

November 3, 2025Campus News, Research and Innovation

Nursing simulation lab in action.

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

Partnership to reduce recidivism.

Education faculty, working with Florida Department of Corrections, aim to reduce recidivism, boost job prospects

The goal of the partnership is to enhance literacy rates for incarcerated individuals, which is shown to reduce relapses into crime and enhance employment opportunities upon release.

October 6, 2025Community Partnerships

Debbie White, new board member

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

OLLI group learning how to make a print.

Lifelong learning program expands at USF St. Petersburg

A popular adult learning program that offers classes, workshops, lectures and social networking opportunities for individuals aged 50 and older is expanding its diverse educational offerings in St. Petersburg this semester.

August 27, 2025Community Partnerships

Brooke Elrod in front of USF

Honors student strikes a chord with music festival career aspirations

A spark was lit for Brooke Elrod when she attended her first music festival. Since then, Elrod has pursued a variety of opportunities to gain the knowledge and training needed for such a career. She is graduating this summer with a bachelor’s degree in management.

August 5, 2025Student Life

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Federal investment equips tech lab, prepares teachers for classroom of the future

The Emerging Technology Lab trains teachers on how to incorporate cutting-edge tools into the classroom and provides students with real-world experiences using artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, and other immersive technology.

July 25, 2025Research and Innovation

Naming of new sailing boat.

USF Women’s Sailing caps successful season with national ranking and gift to support program

The Women’s Sailing team charted another remarkable year – advancing to their 18th national finals in 20 years while welcoming a new fleet of boats, including one that honors a beloved alumna.

June 13, 2025Campus News

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