/honors/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSun, 22 Dec 2024 12:08:36 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/honors/news/2024/usf-judy-genshaft-honors-college-celebrates-103-graduates-at-fall-celebration-ceremonies.aspxAlina John, Abdul Muqeet Khawaja, Krish Veera, and Maryam Latif were honored with fall 2024 Dean's Circle of Merit Awards for their excellence in leadership, service, and global citizenship as the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated the academic achievements of 103 fall 2024 Honors graduates.Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:12:53 USF Judy Genshaft Honors College Celebrates 103 Graduates at Fall Celebration CeremoniesAlina John, Abdul Muqeet Khawaja, Krish Veera, and Maryam Latif were honored with fall 2024 Dean's Circle of Merit Awards for their excellence in leadership, service, and global citizenship as the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated the academic achievements of 103 fall 2024 Honors graduates.Judy Genshaft Honors College Graduates Group Photo from the Tampa Campus Graduation Celebration Ceremony/honors/news/2024/usf-judy-genshaft-honors-college-celebrates-103-graduates-at-fall-celebration-ceremonies.aspxAccolades,Events/honors/news/2024/usf-serves-as-top-choice-for-national-merit-scholar-families.aspxFrom a wide-array of scholarships to a thriving Honors College community, the Â鶹ĘÓƵ offers National Merit Scholars — and their siblings — unparalleled opportunities to excel.Anna KhouryThu, 19 Dec 2024 11:36:01 USF Serves as Top Choice for National Merit Scholar FamiliesFrom a wide-array of scholarships to a thriving Honors College community, the Â鶹ĘÓƵ offers National Merit Scholars — and their siblings — unparalleled opportunities to excel.Jacob Delikat, Jude Delikat, Tehmani Ammad, and Muntahie Ammad posing in Honors Atrium/honors/news/2024/usf-serves-as-top-choice-for-national-merit-scholar-families.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/honors-students-showcase-importance-of-humanities-in-health-care-with-capsule-medical-journal.aspxHonors student Serena Bhaskar, founded The Capsule, an interdisciplinary humanities journal, focused on publishing personal stories and scholarly research from undergraduate students interested in combining their passion for the creative arts with the field of health care and medicine.Jay AjaMon, 16 Dec 2024 15:22:07 Honors Students Showcase the Importance of Humanities in Health Care with The Capsule Medical JournalHonors student Serena Bhaskar, founded The Capsule, an interdisciplinary humanities journal, focused on publishing personal stories and scholarly research from undergraduate students interested in combining their passion for the creative arts with the field of health care and medicine.Serena Bhaskar, Karla Evangelista De La Rosa, and Arelis Rodriguez Martinez make Go Bulls signs while posing in the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2024/honors-students-showcase-importance-of-humanities-in-health-care-with-capsule-medical-journal.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-honors-symposium-celebrates-graduates-and-new-beginnings.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated its Sarasota-Manatee graduates, first-year Honors students, and faculty at the annual Honors Symposium. The event featured freshman thesis presentations and concluded with the traditional Honors graduation recognition ceremony.Fri, 13 Dec 2024 11:47:31 USF Sarasota-Manatee Honors Symposium Celebrates Graduates and New BeginningsThe Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated its Sarasota-Manatee graduates, first-year Honors students, and faculty at the annual Honors Symposium. The event featured freshman thesis presentations and concluded with the traditional Honors graduation recognition ceremony.Judy Genshaft Honors College Dean Charles Adams and Assistant Dean Cayla Lanier pose with new Honors graduates Saleha Salek and Diana Labrador and the 2024 Honors Symposium in the Sarasota-Manatee campus's Selby Auditorium./honors/news/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-honors-symposium-celebrates-graduates-and-new-beginnings.aspxEventshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/marine-biology-graduate-discovers-passion-fieldwork-everglades.aspxWhether researching sharks in the Gulf of Mexico or studying fish in the Everglades, Honors student 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, which was instrumental in shaping her career goals.External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 11:49:32 Marine Biology Graduate Discovers Passion for Conservation and Fieldwork in the EvergladesWhether researching sharks in the Gulf of Mexico or studying fish in the Everglades, Honors student 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, which was instrumental in shaping her career goals.Reni Hymel holds a lemon shark while doing field work in the Gulf of Mexico.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/marine-biology-graduate-discovers-passion-fieldwork-everglades.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/honors-alumni-social-brings-together-past-and-present.aspxThe inaugural Homecoming event in the new Judy Genshaft Honors College building brought alumni together to reconnect with old friends, network with faculty and staff, and explore the college’s new space before the USF Homecoming parade and groundbreaking of the new on-campus stadium.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:13:12 Honors Alumni Social Brings Together Past and PresentThe inaugural Homecoming event in the new Judy Genshaft Honors College building brought alumni together to reconnect with old friends, network with faculty and staff, and explore the college’s new space before the USF Homecoming parade and groundbreaking of the new on-campus stadium.Lindy Davidson, Honors alum Avalon Jade Theisen, Dean Adams, and advisor Arnaldo Mejias pose in front of a backdrop on the patio/honors/news/2024/honors-alumni-social-brings-together-past-and-present.aspxAlumni and Friends,Events/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxThis graduating class includes 103 Honors students, a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.External ArticleMon, 09 Dec 2024 11:59:16 USF to Confer Nearly 4,000 Degrees During Fall Commencement Ceremonies Dec. 13-14This graduating class includes 103 Honors students, a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.Graduation students smile in their cap and gowns. /news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxEvents/honors/news/2024/usf-phi-beta-kappa-chapter-continues-to-thrive.aspxPhi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honor society, is shaping academic excellence and fostering a love of learning at the Judy Genshaft Honors College and Â鶹ĘÓƵ.Anna KhouryMon, 09 Dec 2024 10:19:54 USF’s Phi Beta Kappa Chapter Continues to ThrivePhi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honor society, is shaping academic excellence and fostering a love of learning at the Judy Genshaft Honors College and Â鶹ĘÓƵ.Honors student Nora Wolfgang, Dr. Matt King, and Honors advisor Megan Braunstein, and Requena smile in the Honors Atrium/honors/news/2024/usf-phi-beta-kappa-chapter-continues-to-thrive.aspxCommunity/ons/news/2024/usf-student-explores-through-fulbright-uk-summer-institute.aspxUSF student Avani Sanghvi explored creativity, activism, and cultural connections during the Fulbright UK Summer Institute at the University of Bristol. Her experience inspired new perspectives on art, identity, and the power of authentic storytelling.External ArticleWed, 04 Dec 2024 09:34:47 USF Student Explores Creativity, Activism Through Fulbright UK Summer InstituteUSF student Avani Sanghvi explored creativity, activism, and cultural connections during the Fulbright UK Summer Institute at the University of Bristol. Her experience inspired new perspectives on art, identity, and the power of authentic storytelling.USF Honors student Avani Sanghvi works on the second floor of the Judy Genshaft Honors College./ons/news/2024/usf-student-explores-through-fulbright-uk-summer-institute.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/honors-student-raehanna-brown-represents-jamaica-at-2024-chess-olympiad.aspxFreshman Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown competed with her team from Jamaica in the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary. Brown followed in her older sister’s footsteps in playing chess competitively and pursuing her education at USF.Jay AjaTue, 03 Dec 2024 11:33:45 Honors Student Raehanna Brown Represents Jamaica at 2024 Chess OlympiadFreshman Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown competed with her team from Jamaica in the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary. Brown followed in her older sister’s footsteps in playing chess competitively and pursuing her education at USF.Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown sits in front of a chess board at the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary./honors/news/2024/honors-student-raehanna-brown-represents-jamaica-at-2024-chess-olympiad.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/honors-llc-friendsgiving-photo-gallery-2024.aspxHonors students shared a great meal and Thanksgiving traditions as the Judy Genshaft Honors College hosted its annual Friendsgiving dinner for residents of the Tampa Honors Living Learning Community and the Holcombe and Jenkins Scholars programs.Fri, 29 Nov 2024 08:21:36 Photo Gallery: Honors LLC Friendsgiving Fosters CommunityHonors students shared a great meal and Thanksgiving traditions as the Judy Genshaft Honors College hosted its annual Friendsgiving dinner for residents of the Tampa Honors Living Learning Community and the Holcombe and Jenkins Scholars programs.Students smile around a table at the Judy Genshaft Honors College Friendsgiving event./honors/news/2024/honors-llc-friendsgiving-photo-gallery-2024.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2024/honors-students-travel-400-million-years-into-the-past-with-study-away-course.aspxLed by USF Sarasota-Manatee Professor Dr. Lydia Wassink, Fossil Hunters is a Maymester Honors study away course that takes students on a hands-on exploration of Ordovician-era fossils. The program includes a trip to the Midwest where students collect fossils, learn virtual mapping skills, and create projects showcasing evolutionary concepts.Jay AjaMon, 25 Nov 2024 00:38:39 Fossil Hunters: Honors Students Travel 400 Million Years into the Past with Study Away CourseLed by USF Sarasota-Manatee Professor Dr. Lydia Wassink, Fossil Hunters is a Maymester Honors study away course that takes students on a hands-on exploration of Ordovician-era fossils. The program includes a trip to the Midwest where students collect fossils, learn virtual mapping skills, and create projects showcasing evolutionary concepts.Honors student Isabel Delgado Frontera appears on a laptop screen while Dr. Lydia Wassink and Honor Roll Podcast host Caroline Merrimen sit at a table with recording equipment/honors/news/2024/honors-students-travel-400-million-years-into-the-past-with-study-away-course.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/former-first-minister-of-scotland-inspires-honors-students.aspxFrom professional footballer to First Minister of Scotland, the Right Honorable Henry McLeish’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and dedication to public service. Now, as a Judy Genshaft Honors College visiting professor of practice, McLeish shares his rich experience with students, inspiring them to think globally and reconsider the impact of civic engagement.Anna KhouryFri, 22 Nov 2024 00:22:07 Public Service and Leadership: Former First Minister of Scotland Inspires Honors StudentsFrom professional footballer to First Minister of Scotland, the Right Honorable Henry McLeish’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and dedication to public service. Now, as a Judy Genshaft Honors College visiting professor of practice, McLeish shares his rich experience with students, inspiring them to think globally and reconsider the impact of civic engagement.Rt Hon. Henry McLeish poses in Honors building atrium/honors/news/2024/former-first-minister-of-scotland-inspires-honors-students.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/research-innovation/news/2024/corridor-undergraduate-research-initiative-commits-100k-to-support-research-experiences-for-students.aspxThe Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research & Innovation will deploy $100,000 to directly support students in undergraduate research programs, including advancing the Undergraduate Research Portal at the Judy Genshaft Honors College.External ArticleTue, 19 Nov 2024 16:22:58 The Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative Commits $100K to Support Research Experiences for USF StudentsThe Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research & Innovation will deploy $100,000 to directly support students in undergraduate research programs, including advancing the Undergraduate Research Portal at the Judy Genshaft Honors College.Students from the Colleges of Marine Science and Public Health and USF St. Petersburg participate in undergraduate research experiences with support from the Florida High Tech Corridor./research-innovation/news/2024/corridor-undergraduate-research-initiative-commits-100k-to-support-research-experiences-for-students.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/meet-the-gas.aspxMeet the graduate assistants of the Judy Genshaft Honors College! With diverse personal and academic backgrounds, each plays a unique role within the college, all dedicated to supporting the success of our Honors students, faculty, and staff.Bethany JowersTue, 19 Nov 2024 10:57:15 Graduate Assistants Contribute to Honors SuccessMeet the graduate assistants of the Judy Genshaft Honors College! With diverse personal and academic backgrounds, each plays a unique role within the college, all dedicated to supporting the success of our Honors students, faculty, and staff.Collage featuring headshots of seven graduate assistants outside of the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2024/meet-the-gas.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/advisors-go-beyond-academics-to-support-student-success.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College emphasizes relationship-building and student success through personal advising. Honors advisors, like Arnaldo Mejias, Ava Gomez, and Krysta Banke, bring unique approaches to supporting students’ journeys, focusing on accessibility, personal investment, and collaborative goal-setting.Anna KhouryTue, 12 Nov 2024 10:30:34 Honors College Advisors Go Beyond Academics to Support Student SuccessThe Judy Genshaft Honors College emphasizes relationship-building and student success through personal advising. Honors advisors, like Arnaldo Mejias, Ava Gomez, and Krysta Banke, bring unique approaches to supporting students’ journeys, focusing on accessibility, personal investment, and collaborative goal-setting.From Left to Right: Ava Gomez, Arnaldo Mejias, and Krysta Banke hold up the go Bulls sign in the Honors atrium/honors/news/2024/advisors-go-beyond-academics-to-support-student-success.aspxTeaching and Learning/ons/news/2024/global-security-careers-panel-recap-2024.aspxThe Office of National Scholars recently partnered with USF’s Global and National Security Institute for a multi-panel and networking event geared toward students interested in national and global security careers.External ArticleFri, 08 Nov 2024 15:09:15 USF Office of National Scholars Hosts Panels on National and Global Security CareersThe Office of National Scholars recently partnered with USF’s Global and National Security Institute for a multi-panel and networking event geared toward students interested in national and global security careers.Four panelists answer questions as part of the GNSI National and Global Security Careers Event at the Judy Genshaft Honors College/ons/news/2024/global-security-careers-panel-recap-2024.aspxEvents/honors/news/2024/honors-course-promotes-civic-literacy-among-students.aspxPulitzer Prize-winning journalist Daniel Ruth teaches Civic Literacy and Current Events at the Judy Genshaft Honors College, a course designed to enhance civic engagement through critical discussions on politics and current events. Students develop essential skills to navigate the political landscape and make informed voting decisions.Anna KhouryThu, 07 Nov 2024 11:38:59 Honors Course Promotes Civic Literacy Among StudentsPulitzer Prize-winning journalist Daniel Ruth teaches Civic Literacy and Current Events at the Judy Genshaft Honors College, a course designed to enhance civic engagement through critical discussions on politics and current events. Students develop essential skills to navigate the political landscape and make informed voting decisions.Daniel Ruth and students Anna Gustafson and Grady Vickers smile and pose in the Honors atrium./honors/news/2024/honors-course-promotes-civic-literacy-among-students.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/usf-sarasota-cybersecurity-student-research-opportunities.aspxDr. Jordan Howell and Honors alum Kaylee Eckelman are driving interdisciplinary collaboration at USF Sarasota-Manatee's Sarasota Cybersecurity lab, unlocking groundbreaking research and valuable professional opportunities for undergraduates across all three USF campuses.Anna KhouryMon, 04 Nov 2024 11:02:53 USF Sarasota Cybersecurity Empowers Student Research OpportunitiesDr. Jordan Howell and Honors alum Kaylee Eckelman are driving interdisciplinary collaboration at USF Sarasota-Manatee's Sarasota Cybersecurity lab, unlocking groundbreaking research and valuable professional opportunities for undergraduates across all three USF campuses.Professor Jordan Howell and Kaylee Eckelman pose with the "Go Bulls" sign in the Sarasota campus atrium/honors/news/2024/usf-sarasota-cybersecurity-student-research-opportunities.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/event-recap-arabic-debate-competition.aspxUSF Honors professor Raja Benchekroun led students Amber Johnson, Ghali Omar Boutaib, and Taha Ahmed Feddoul to a successful showing at the 5th U.S. Universities Arabic Debate Competition in New York City, where they placed 12th out of 39 teams.Anna KhouryMon, 28 Oct 2024 11:23:15 USF Team Excels at 2024 U.S. Universities Arabic Debate CompetitionUSF Honors professor Raja Benchekroun led students Amber Johnson, Ghali Omar Boutaib, and Taha Ahmed Feddoul to a successful showing at the 5th U.S. Universities Arabic Debate Competition in New York City, where they placed 12th out of 39 teams.Amber Johnson, Ghali Omar Boutaib, and Taha Ahmed Feddoul smile and show the "Go Bulls" sign in the debate lobby/honors/news/2024/event-recap-arabic-debate-competition.aspxAccolades,Teaching and Learning/ons/news/2024/professor-scourfield-mclauchlan-inspired-usf-student-towards-fulbright.aspxUSF Professor Judithanne Scourfield McLauchlan, a three-time Fulbright Scholar Award recipient, made a lasting impact on Honors student Taylor Herman through their class work. Now a U.S. Student Fulbright recipient herself, Herman reflects on Scourfield McLauchlan’s mentorship, which first motivated her to apply for the grant.External ArticleThu, 24 Oct 2024 18:01:10 USF Professor Scourfield McLauchlan’s Mentorship Inspired Honors Student Towards FulbrightUSF Professor Judithanne Scourfield McLauchlan, a three-time Fulbright Scholar Award recipient, made a lasting impact on Honors student Taylor Herman through their class work. Now a U.S. Student Fulbright recipient herself, Herman reflects on Scourfield McLauchlan’s mentorship, which first motivated her to apply for the grant.USF Provost Prasant Mohapatra, Professor Judithanne Scourfield McLauchlan, and President Rhea Law pose in front of a Â鶹ĘÓƵ step and repeat/ons/news/2024/professor-scourfield-mclauchlan-inspired-usf-student-towards-fulbright.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/four-time-honors-parent-maria-gerber-on-shaping-the-next-generation-at-usf.aspxAs a parent and USF alum, Maria Gerber knew USF and the Judy Genshaft Honors College was the right choice for her four sons to receive an invaluable education. Gerber and her sons have grown closer as a family as she continues to be involved on campus.Jay AjaThu, 24 Oct 2024 17:28:18 Four-Time Honors Parent Maria Gerber on Shaping the Next Generation at USFAs a parent and USF alum, Maria Gerber knew USF and the Judy Genshaft Honors College was the right choice for her four sons to receive an invaluable education. Gerber and her sons have grown closer as a family as she continues to be involved on campus.Honors alum Maria Gerber stands on the second floor of the rotunda of the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus./honors/news/2024/four-time-honors-parent-maria-gerber-on-shaping-the-next-generation-at-usf.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community/honors/news/2024/usf-student-christopher-oueis-earns-multiple-national-awards-sets-sights-even-higher.aspxChris Oueis, a fourth-year USF student, has been awarded three prestigious scholarships with support from the Office of National Scholars. A student from Lebanon, Oueis is leveraging these opportunities to pursue his dream career in public policy and international affairs.Anna KhouryTue, 01 Oct 2024 19:16:26 USF Student Christopher Oueis Earns Multiple National Awards, Sets Sights Even HigherChris Oueis, a fourth-year USF student, has been awarded three prestigious scholarships with support from the Office of National Scholars. A student from Lebanon, Oueis is leveraging these opportunities to pursue his dream career in public policy and international affairs.USF Student Christoper Oueis poses in the Judy Genshaft Honors College building./honors/news/2024/usf-student-christopher-oueis-earns-multiple-national-awards-sets-sights-even-higher.aspxAccolades/news/2024/usf-launches-program-to-inspire-next-generation-of-national-security-leaders.aspxThe Global and National Security Institute’s Future Strategist Program will help meet the demand for the next generation of national security leaders, offering students unparalleled opportunities to jumpstart impactful careers in this critical field.External ArticleMon, 30 Sep 2024 11:52:44 USF Launches Program to Inspire Next Generation of National Security LeadersThe Global and National Security Institute’s Future Strategist Program will help meet the demand for the next generation of national security leaders, offering students unparalleled opportunities to jumpstart impactful careers in this critical field.Students from the The Global and National Security Institute’s Future Strategist Program pose with General Frank McKenzie./news/2024/usf-launches-program-to-inspire-next-generation-of-national-security-leaders.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/honors-semester-in-exeter-2024.aspxThrough cultural excursions and unique coursework, Honors students Jamie Powers, Reva Gandhi, and Breno Nery Dantas formed lasting connections while exploring southwest England during an immersive six-month study abroad experience.Mon, 23 Sep 2024 15:27:29 English Lessons: 2024 Honors Semester in ExeterThrough cultural excursions and unique coursework, Honors students Jamie Powers, Reva Gandhi, and Breno Nery Dantas formed lasting connections while exploring southwest England during an immersive six-month study abroad experience.Judy Genshaft Honors College students Breno Nery Dantas, Jamie Powers, and Reva Gandhi pose while making "Go Bulls" hand signs inside of the Honors College building./honors/news/2024/honors-semester-in-exeter-2024.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/honors-student-promotes-sustainable-tourism.aspxAn sustainability studies major at the St. Petersburg campus, Hiatt completed a collaboration with the non-profit Keep Pinellas Beautiful, which focuses on fostering sustainable tourism in the Tampa Bay region.Fri, 20 Sep 2024 13:58:35 USF Honors Student Marza Hiatt Promotes Sustainable Tourism Through InternshipAn sustainability studies major at the St. Petersburg campus, Hiatt completed a collaboration with the non-profit Keep Pinellas Beautiful, which focuses on fostering sustainable tourism in the Tampa Bay region.Marza Hiatt and two others smile while standing outdoors at the Honors Boating Breakfast. /honors/news/2024/honors-student-promotes-sustainable-tourism.aspxCommunityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/dana-smith-boundless-bulls.aspxGrowing up, Honors student Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great grandmother. But Smith knew her mostly as a family member who suffered from dementia. That experience inspired Smith to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training study.External ArticleTue, 10 Sep 2024 09:23:22 A Great Grandmother Inspired this Student's Research into DementiaGrowing up, Honors student Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great grandmother. But Smith knew her mostly as a family member who suffered from dementia. That experience inspired Smith to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training study.Honors student Dana Smithhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/dana-smith-boundless-bulls.aspxAccolades,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/silverman-walkway-dedication-recap.aspxThe USF community recently came together to celebrate the unveiling of the Silverman Walkway with a commemorative ceremony honoring the university-wide contributions and accomplishments of Stuart Silverman, founding dean of the USF Honors College.Jay AjaFri, 06 Sep 2024 10:14:03 Silverman Walkway Dedication Ceremony Commemorates Founding Honors College DeanThe USF community recently came together to celebrate the unveiling of the Silverman Walkway with a commemorative ceremony honoring the university-wide contributions and accomplishments of Stuart Silverman, founding dean of the USF Honors College.Founding Judy Genshaft Honors College Dean Stuart Silverman at the unveiling of the Silverman Walkway. /honors/news/2024/silverman-walkway-dedication-recap.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2024/honors-alums-start-surgical-residency.aspxDr. Ife Bolujo, Dr. Trent Lippert, Dr. Karina Bowers, and Dr. Sabrina Awshah were among seven medical school graduates selected for Tampa General Hospital’s surgical residency program. Recently, they visited the Judy Genshaft Honors College to discuss their journeys through medical school.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:02:17 USF Honors College Alums Reflect on Med School as They Start Surgical ResidencyDr. Ife Bolujo, Dr. Trent Lippert, Dr. Karina Bowers, and Dr. Sabrina Awshah were among seven medical school graduates selected for Tampa General Hospital’s surgical residency program. Recently, they visited the Judy Genshaft Honors College to discuss their journeys through medical school.Honors alumni Dr. Ife Bolujo, Dr. Trent Lippert, Dr. Karina Bowers, and Dr. Sarah Awshah smile with Dr. Lindy Davidson and the student host in the AV studio. /honors/news/2024/honors-alums-start-surgical-residency.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community/ons/news/2024/thirteen-usf-students-selected-for-2024-millennium-fellowship.aspxThirteen undergraduate students were selected for their innovative projects aimed at addressing one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Chosen from over 52,000 applicants, these students will collaborate on initiatives focused on creating meaningful social impact.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 11:13:43 Thirteen USF Students Selected for 2024 Millennium FellowshipThirteen undergraduate students were selected for their innovative projects aimed at addressing one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Chosen from over 52,000 applicants, these students will collaborate on initiatives focused on creating meaningful social impact.Graphic featuring the UN Millenium Fellowship Logo and students who were admitted to the program/ons/news/2024/thirteen-usf-students-selected-for-2024-millennium-fellowship.aspxAccoladeshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/honors-college-professor-is-also-mayor-of-gulfport.aspxWho 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.External ArticleWed, 28 Aug 2024 14:48:25 Honors College Professor Has a Side Gig: Mayor of GulfportWho 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.USF St. Petersburg Judy Genshaft Honors College professor of instruction Sam Hendersonhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/honors-college-professor-is-also-mayor-of-gulfport.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/news/2024/usf-receives-record-number-of-applications-welcomes-high-achieving-class-of-incoming-students.aspxMore than 68,00 students applied to USF for the 2024-2025 academic year. Enrollment remains strong, bucking national trends and in spite of FAFSA challenges.External ArticleTue, 27 Aug 2024 11:24:18 USF Receives Record Number of Applications, Welcomes High-Achieving Class of Incoming StudentsMore than 68,00 students applied to USF for the 2024-2025 academic year. Enrollment remains strong, bucking national trends and in spite of FAFSA challenges.Â鶹ĘÓƵ Marshall Student Center/news/2024/usf-receives-record-number-of-applications-welcomes-high-achieving-class-of-incoming-students.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/honors-students-launch-bulls-science-olympiad.aspxHonors students Tehami Ammad and Lalith Roopesh have transformed their love for Science Olympiad into a thriving initiative at USF. After founding Bulls Science Olympiad, they successfully hosted the university's first-ever invitational tournament, attracting over 250 students from across the state.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:19:18 Honors Students Launch Science Olympiad at USFHonors students Tehami Ammad and Lalith Roopesh have transformed their love for Science Olympiad into a thriving initiative at USF. After founding Bulls Science Olympiad, they successfully hosted the university's first-ever invitational tournament, attracting over 250 students from across the state.Tehami Ammad and Lalith Roopesh smile in the Judy Genshaft Honors College building/honors/news/2024/honors-students-launch-bulls-science-olympiad.aspxCommunity,Events/ons/news/2024/usf-joins-churchill-scholarship-program.aspxThe Winston Churchill Foundation has selected the Â鶹ĘÓƵ as a participant institution in the prestigious Churchill Scholarship Program. This program offers a pathway to graduate study at the University of Cambridge for outstanding STEM students.External ArticleMon, 19 Aug 2024 10:31:17 USF Invited to Join Prestigious Churchill Scholarship ProgramThe Winston Churchill Foundation has selected the Â鶹ĘÓƵ as a participant institution in the prestigious Churchill Scholarship Program. This program offers a pathway to graduate study at the University of Cambridge for outstanding STEM students.Building at University of Cambridge/ons/news/2024/usf-joins-churchill-scholarship-program.aspxAccolades,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/student-profile-tianyi-li-bueso.aspxInternational student Tianyi Li Bueso found her voice at USF by creating a podcast, exploring new opportunities in the Judy Genshaft Honors College, and embracing leadership roles as a Resident Assistant.Thu, 15 Aug 2024 20:28:03 Let’s Talk About That: International Student Tianyi Li Bueso Finds Her Voice at USFInternational student Tianyi Li Bueso found her voice at USF by creating a podcast, exploring new opportunities in the Judy Genshaft Honors College, and embracing leadership roles as a Resident Assistant.Headshot of Tiyani Li Bueso/honors/news/2024/student-profile-tianyi-li-bueso.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/alumni-profile-sana-baban.aspxOutstanding Honors alumna Sana Baban recently visited the Judy Genshaft Honors College to speak with students in Dr. Lindy Davidson's biomedical ethics course. Baban, who will be attending medical school this fall, shared her public health expertise, drawing on her experience as a researcher and master's student at Harvard University.Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:16:44 Catching Up with Honors Alum Sana BabanOutstanding Honors alumna Sana Baban recently visited the Judy Genshaft Honors College to speak with students in Dr. Lindy Davidson's biomedical ethics course. Baban, who will be attending medical school this fall, shared her public health expertise, drawing on her experience as a researcher and master's student at Harvard University.Honors alum Sana Baban and Dr. Lindy Davidson pose in the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2024/alumni-profile-sana-baban.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2024/honors-2024-summer-graduation-celebration.aspxIt was a special day on the Tampa campus as the Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated 38 new Honors alumni during a Graduation Celebration Ceremony.Mon, 05 Aug 2024 13:18:58 Photo Gallery: Judy Genshaft Honors College Celebrates 38 Summer GraduatesIt was a special day on the Tampa campus as the Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated 38 new Honors alumni during a Graduation Celebration Ceremony.Honors College Spring 2024 Graduates smile for a group photo with Dr. Judy Genshaft and Steven Greenbaum. /honors/news/2024/honors-2024-summer-graduation-celebration.aspxCommunity,Events/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-2600-degrees-during-summer-commencement-ceremonies-on-aug-3.aspxThe Â鶹ĘÓƵ will award more than 2,600 degrees during summer commencement on Saturday, Aug. 3. The ceremonies include recipients of approximately 1,739 bachelor’s, 700 master’s, 162 doctoral and 11 specialist degrees.External ArticleMon, 29 Jul 2024 10:29:21 USF to Confer More Than 2,600 Degrees During Summer Commencement Ceremonies on Aug. 3The Â鶹ĘÓƵ will award more than 2,600 degrees during summer commencement on Saturday, Aug. 3. The ceremonies include recipients of approximately 1,739 bachelor’s, 700 master’s, 162 doctoral and 11 specialist degrees.Honors Graduate smiles in their cap and gown while holding flowers./news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-2600-degrees-during-summer-commencement-ceremonies-on-aug-3.aspxEvents/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-travel-to-japan-for-new-insights-on-caring-for-others.aspxCollege of Arts and Sciences students also enrolled in the Judy Genshaft Honors College gained new insights about the history and culture of care in Japan this summer as part of the “Beyond the Classroom” study abroad experience offered by the Honors College.External ArticleMon, 29 Jul 2024 10:17:56 Students Travel to Japan for New Insights on Caring for OthersCollege of Arts and Sciences students also enrolled in the Judy Genshaft Honors College gained new insights about the history and culture of care in Japan this summer as part of the “Beyond the Classroom” study abroad experience offered by the Honors College.Honors students observe a demonstration in a hospital in Japan./arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-travel-to-japan-for-new-insights-on-caring-for-others.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/25-under-25-2024.aspxOutstanding Honors students O'Carson Fils and Yuki Shao were recently awarded the Muma College of Business 25 Under 25 award for their achievements and commitments to leadership, scholarship, community impact, and excellence. Both Fils and Shao aim to leverage their transformative USF experiences in their future careers.Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:29:34 Honors Students O’Carson Fils and Yuki Shao Recognized Among Top 25 Under 25Outstanding Honors students O'Carson Fils and Yuki Shao were recently awarded the Muma College of Business 25 Under 25 award for their achievements and commitments to leadership, scholarship, community impact, and excellence. Both Fils and Shao aim to leverage their transformative USF experiences in their future careers.Honors students O'Carson Fils and Yuki Shao. /honors/news/2024/25-under-25-2024.aspxAccolades,Community/honors/news/2024/nathan-le-alumni-profile.aspxHonors alum Nathan Le graduated from USF in 2019 with a degree in biomedical sciences and a minor in public health. Now, after completing his first year of residency at Sarasota-Memorial Health Care System, Le reflects on the formative Honors experiences that influenced his career path.Tue, 23 Jul 2024 13:27:52 Catching Up with Honors Alum Nathan LeHonors alum Nathan Le graduated from USF in 2019 with a degree in biomedical sciences and a minor in public health. Now, after completing his first year of residency at Sarasota-Memorial Health Care System, Le reflects on the formative Honors experiences that influenced his career path.Nathan Le smiles with his parents at his graduation from Florida State University's College of Medicine/honors/news/2024/nathan-le-alumni-profile.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2024/honors-student-profile-daelyn-quinn.aspxThanks to the resources and support she received as a National Merit Scholar, recent Judy Genshaft Honors College graduate Daelyn Quinn maximized her opportunities to get the most out of her undergraduate experience at USF.Thu, 18 Jul 2024 16:35:01 National Merit Scholar Daelyn Quinn Shines at USFThanks to the resources and support she received as a National Merit Scholar, recent Judy Genshaft Honors College graduate Daelyn Quinn maximized her opportunities to get the most out of her undergraduate experience at USF.National Merit Scholar Daelyn Quinn poses in the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2024/honors-student-profile-daelyn-quinn.aspxCommunityhttps://usf.eduLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleThu, 18 Jul 2024 13:31:55 National Merit Scholar Daelyn Quinn Shines at USFLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.Â鶹ĘÓƵ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://usf.edu/honors/news/2024/honors-ambassadors-2024.aspxAt the Judy Genshaft Honors College, Honors ambassadors play a crucial role in connecting the college to the broader USF community. Current and former Honors ambassadors share why the Honors College is a great place to work, what they love about the role, and how it has helped them grow professionally.Tue, 09 Jul 2024 17:54:04 Honors Ambassadors: Building Skills and Community at the Judy Genshaft Honors CollegeAt the Judy Genshaft Honors College, Honors ambassadors play a crucial role in connecting the college to the broader USF community. Current and former Honors ambassadors share why the Honors College is a great place to work, what they love about the role, and how it has helped them grow professionally.Honors Ambassadors Kinsey Roth, Nusheen Immen, Gabby Carroll, and Aakash Vijeesh pose in the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2024/honors-ambassadors-2024.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/audra-nikolajski-honors-experience.aspxThe former Tampa Judy Genshaft Honors College Student Council President reflects on her Honors experience, mentorship, what initially drew her to USF, and the advice she would share with prospective students starting their undergraduate journeys.Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:35:46 Audra Nikolajski Reflects on Extraordinary Honors College ExperienceThe former Tampa Judy Genshaft Honors College Student Council President reflects on her Honors experience, mentorship, what initially drew her to USF, and the advice she would share with prospective students starting their undergraduate journeys.Headshot of Honors Grad Audra Nikolajski /honors/news/2024/audra-nikolajski-honors-experience.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community/honors/news/2024/honors-student-leaders-find-success-while-fostering-community-at-usf-st-petersburg.aspxJudy Genshaft Honors College student leaders Abdul Muqeet Khawaja and Taylor Herman exemplify community involvement and professional development at USF St. Petersburg, where they empower fellow students through expanded engagement opportunities and foster connections with the local community.Jay AjaSun, 30 Jun 2024 17:03:42 Honors Student Leaders Find Success While Fostering Community at USF St. PetersburgJudy Genshaft Honors College student leaders Abdul Muqeet Khawaja and Taylor Herman exemplify community involvement and professional development at USF St. Petersburg, where they empower fellow students through expanded engagement opportunities and foster connections with the local community.Judy Genshaft Honors College student leaders Abdul Muqeet Khawaja and Taylor Herman pose in the Judy Genshaft Honors College building/honors/news/2024/honors-student-leaders-find-success-while-fostering-community-at-usf-st-petersburg.aspxCommunityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/audrey-brandt-noaa-intern-boundless-bull.aspxAudrey Brandt recently started a coveted summer internship with the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary in Monterey, CA, one of the largest federally protected marine sanctuaries in the United States. Brandt's journey to California started in 2023 when she was selected for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship Program.External ArticleTue, 25 Jun 2024 14:58:49 USF Honors Student Chosen for Prestigious Summer Internship at Marine SanctuaryAudrey Brandt recently started a coveted summer internship with the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary in Monterey, CA, one of the largest federally protected marine sanctuaries in the United States. Brandt's journey to California started in 2023 when she was selected for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship Program.Audrey Brandt is at the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and is one of USF's Boundless Bullshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/audrey-brandt-noaa-intern-boundless-bull.aspxAccolades/honors/news/2024/honors-students-explore-audio-storytelling-in-new-course.aspxLed by affiliate faculty member Deepak Singh, students in the immersive Honors course "Writing for the Ear" learn to adapt their writing for sound, using audio techniques and the college's podcast studios to craft powerful stories.Tue, 25 Jun 2024 14:09:44 Honors Students Explore Audio Storytelling in New CourseLed by affiliate faculty member Deepak Singh, students in the immersive Honors course "Writing for the Ear" learn to adapt their writing for sound, using audio techniques and the college's podcast studios to craft powerful stories.Honors affiliate faculty member Deepak Singh poses with Honors students Amelie McLeod and Daniella Charco in the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2024/honors-students-explore-audio-storytelling-in-new-course.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/daniela-vasquez-profile.aspxJudy Genshaft Honors College alum and fourth-year medical student Daniela Vasquez has been honored for her compassionate medical care with induction into Florida International University’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine's Gold Humanism Honor Society.Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:10:37 Catching Up with Honors Alum Daniela VasquezJudy Genshaft Honors College alum and fourth-year medical student Daniela Vasquez has been honored for her compassionate medical care with induction into Florida International University’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine's Gold Humanism Honor Society.Honors Alumna Daniela Vasquez at her white coat ceremony./honors/news/2024/daniela-vasquez-profile.aspxAccolades,Alumni and Friends/honors/news/2024/electric-lit-students-use-ai-for-good.aspxBy combining cutting-edge tools with students' own creativity, an innovative USF Judy Genshaft Honors College course teaches students to harness AI to enhance their creative projects.Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:18:23 Honors Course Harnesses the Power of AI to Reveal the Future of StorytellingBy combining cutting-edge tools with students' own creativity, an innovative USF Judy Genshaft Honors College course teaches students to harness AI to enhance their creative projects.Colorful anime stylized graphic featuring a Judy Genshaft Honors College student presenting their AI generated work for the Electric Lit class/honors/news/2024/electric-lit-students-use-ai-for-good.aspxTeaching and Learning