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Poynter podcast.

Partnership with Poynter Institute to deepen hands-on learning and community involvement for journalism students

This year, students are getting the opportunity to work with an internationally known non-profit that trains many of the world’s best journalists to develop the skills needed to thrive in a changing media environment.

September 12, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships

Heather Judkins examines squid on board DEEPEND research cruise.

Marine researcher part of expeditions discovering species and uncovering benefits of the deep sea

Using tools and technology that comb the ocean depths for new discoveries, USF Biology Professor Heather Judkins will explore the Gulf of Mexico as part of a research consortium that recently received more than $7.5 million in grant funding.

September 4, 2024Research and Innovation

Mayor of Gulfport Sam Henderson

Honors College professor has a side gig: mayor of Gulfport

Who better to teach classes on local government and responding to natural hazards than the mayor of a small, coastal town in Florida? Gulfport Mayor Sam Henderson is teaching courses focused on environmental issues, building community and public policy this academic year.

August 28, 2024Campus News

Aerial view of Harborwalk.

New This Year

The start of the academic year brings fresh features and additions to campus. At USF St. Petersburg, that means new educational, health and recreational opportunities. Check out all that’s new this year!

August 22, 2024Campus News, Student Life

Several students go on a career service field trip to Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital as part of the Bulls in the Burg program.

USF St. Petersburg leverages connection with community to welcome largest summer class

While the summer months are thought by many to be a downtime for universities, USF St. Petersburg welcomed around 770 students during its 2024 summer semester, a new record for the campus.

August 19, 2024Campus News, Community Partnerships

Professor Zafer Unal highlighting functionality on TeacherServer platform.

Curious how teachers use AI in the classroom, professor creates popular online platform to enhance learning

A new online platform featuring more than 640 tools seeks to help educators incorporate artificial intelligence in the classroom to enhance learning. 

August 12, 2024Research and Innovation

Bulls hat in front of Eiffel Tower/

Campus events director sees hospitality operation at biggest scale attending Summer Olympics

Campus events director got the chance to witness the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics in person, which is expected to welcome 11 million visitors and generate around $10 billion.

August 6, 2024Campus News

Daniel Doty at volunteer event with Veterans of South Pinellas County.

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

USF Pearls students during a graduation celebration.

New grant seeks to reduce barriers to college and increase graduation rates for students emerging from foster care

Students from the foster care system have historically been underrepresented on college campuses due to unique challenges they face. A new grant from the Genspiration Foundation for an onboarding and mentorship program aims to change that dynamic.

July 24, 2024Campus News

La Florida offers a multidisciplinary view of colonial Florida’s rich history.

Innovative digital archive project receives Florida historic preservation award

The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation has selected La Florida: The Interactive Digital Archives of the Americas as a recipient of a 2024 Florida Preservation Award, praising the project for reshaping scholarship and providing groundbreaking access into the state's early history.

July 18, 2024Research and Innovation

Crew members work to deploy new ROV Taurus.

USF and Florida Institute of Oceanography’s new remotely operated vehicle to advance deep-sea exploration and education

USF is the only university in the continental United States to own a remotely operated vehicle with such advanced capabilities, positioning it at the forefront of oceanographic research.

July 8, 2024Research and Innovation

Intern looks on during a brewing session.

New paid internship program will give Brewing Arts students hands-on industry experience

In partnership with the Tampa Bay Brewers Alliance, the USF Brewing Arts program is launching a paid internship program designed for students to learn core skills in the art of brewing and understand business operations.

July 2, 2024Campus News

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