/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usSun, 22 Dec 2024 04:02:03 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2024/student-speakers-shine-at-fall-commencement.aspxNearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during this fall’s 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. All now share a common theme – they are USF alumni.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:46:35 USF graduates celebrate unwavering support, resiliency during fall commencementNearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during this fall’s 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. All now share a common theme – they are USF alumni.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/student-speakers-shine-at-fall-commencement.aspxStudent Success,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Design Art and Performance,College of Education,College of Engineering,College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Pharmacy,College of Public Health,College of The Arts,Commencement,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,School of Aging Studies,School of Architecture and Community Design,School of Art & Art History,School of Geosciences,School of Goesciences,School of Hospitality and Tourism Management,School of Interdisciplinary Studies,School of Music,School of Public Affairs,School of Theatre & Dance/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxAs 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:29:14 Top stories of 2024As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Collage of polaroid photos with the words, 2024, a bold, new era/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Design Art and Performance,College of Education,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Pharmacy,College of Public Health,Florida Legislature,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,President Rhea Law,Tampa General Hospital,Tina Meketa,Top Stories,USF Athletics,USF Health,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-named-nai-fellows.aspxThe USF researchers are being recognized for their groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in chemical engineering to treat cancer and other challenging diseases and nanomaterials engineering for multifunctional manufacturing applications.External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 00:33:34 Two �鶹��Ƶ faculty members named NAI fellowsThe USF researchers are being recognized for their groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in chemical engineering to treat cancer and other challenging diseases and nanomaterials engineering for multifunctional manufacturing applications.Graphic with JIanfeng Chi and Ashok Kumar congratulated for being named 2024 NAI Fellow/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-named-nai-fellows.aspxHonors and AwardsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,MyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:20:14 USF sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Neda Latifi and Russel Kramer in a research lab/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,USF Health,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxThis graduating class includes 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.Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:10:14 USF to confer nearly 4,000 degrees during fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 13-14This graduating class includes 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.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,School of Geosciences,USF Information Technology/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxWith hurricane season officially over, the �鶹��Ƶ hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:15:58 USF brings together regional emergency responders to evaluate recent hurricane preparedness, recoveryWith hurricane season officially over, the �鶹��Ƶ hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.Elizabeth Dunn speaks to a conference room during the Tampa Bay hurricane sessions/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Public Health,MyUSF,Office of University Community Partnerships,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/gandy-bridge.aspxWhen built 100 years ago, the Gandy Bridge helped create the Tampa Bay area that consists of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. That story is told through the archives stored in USF Special Collections.Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:26:43 Gandy Bridge turns 100, how USF is preserving its historyWhen built 100 years ago, the Gandy Bridge helped create the Tampa Bay area that consists of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. That story is told through the archives stored in USF Special Collections.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/gandy-bridge.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,USF Libraries/news/2024/manatee-study.aspxManatees are undoubtedly a part of Florida culture. But they might also be relatively new residents in the Sunshine State, according to a research paper written by Thomas Pluckhahn, a professor of anthropology at the �鶹��Ƶ.Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:00:03 Why manatees are likely not Florida nativesManatees are undoubtedly a part of Florida culture. But they might also be relatively new residents in the Sunshine State, according to a research paper written by Thomas Pluckhahn, a professor of anthropology at the �鶹��Ƶ.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/manatee-study.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/usf-research-explores-volcanic-caves-advancing-the-search-for-life-on-mars.aspxAn international research team led by �鶹��Ƶ professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:20:25 How volcanic cave research is advancing the search for life on MarsAn international research team led by �鶹��Ƶ professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.A man on his knees navigating through the lava tube/news/2024/usf-research-explores-volcanic-caves-advancing-the-search-for-life-on-mars.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxA groundbreaking new study conducted by the �鶹��Ƶ will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.External ArticleThu, 14 Nov 2024 16:45:29 USF researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media useA groundbreaking new study conducted by the �鶹��Ƶ will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.Four kids sit on couch looking at their cell phoneshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Public Health,MyUSF,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-professor-confirms-egyptians-drank-hallucinogenic-cocktails-in-ancient-rituals.aspxThrough advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual.Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:30:24 USF professor confirms Egyptians drank hallucinogenic cocktails in ancient ritualsThrough advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual.close up of Davide holding the 3D printed replica of the mug/news/2024/usf-professor-confirms-egyptians-drank-hallucinogenic-cocktails-in-ancient-rituals.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from USF's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:36:48 USF student intersects medicine and lawAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from USF's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Zayn Mohamed looking at a screen showing an MRI scan. Text says, Boundless Bulls./news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxStudent Success,USF HealthAlumni,Boundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF/news/2024/despite-democracy-concerns-researchers-find-americans-very-interested-in-election.aspxAccording to the survey, heightened political interest and general faith in the integrity of American elections is mixed with persistent worries about whether democracy is working in the United States and the extent of social media’s influence on democratic institutions and processes.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:01:45 Despite democracy concerns, researchers find Americans very interested in electionAccording to the survey, heightened political interest and general faith in the integrity of American elections is mixed with persistent worries about whether democracy is working in the United States and the extent of social media’s influence on democratic institutions and processes.Ballot booths/news/2024/despite-democracy-concerns-researchers-find-americans-very-interested-in-election.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Ryan Hughes/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-marcus-cooke-awarded-2-million-grant-to-advance-creation-of-new-device-simplifying-the-testing-for-damaged-dna.aspxDr. Marcus Cooke has been awarded a $2 million grant from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences to develop a novel device for automating the comet assay — essentially making it easier and faster to test cells for DNA damage.External ArticleTue, 29 Oct 2024 10:20:38 USF researchers awarded $2 million to create device for simplifying DNA damage testingDr. Marcus Cooke has been awarded a $2 million grant from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences to develop a novel device for automating the comet assay — essentially making it easier and faster to test cells for DNA damage.DNA damage testing machine/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-marcus-cooke-awarded-2-million-grant-to-advance-creation-of-new-device-simplifying-the-testing-for-damaged-dna.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences/news/2024/usf-researchers-reveal-key-findings-from-national-voter-opinion-survey-on-the-economy-and-political-stress.aspxFindings from �鶹��Ƶ researchers show most American voters agree the upcoming presidential election will significantly impact the economy moving forward and that political stress has remained consistent during this election cycle.Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:40:46 USF researchers reveal key findings from national voter opinion survey on the economy and political stressFindings from �鶹��Ƶ researchers show most American voters agree the upcoming presidential election will significantly impact the economy moving forward and that political stress has remained consistent during this election cycle.American flag next to a picture of the U.S. Capitol and a "vote" pin/news/2024/usf-researchers-reveal-key-findings-from-national-voter-opinion-survey-on-the-economy-and-political-stress.aspxResearch and InnovationAlthea Johnson,College of Arts and Sciences/news/2024/usf-and-defense-agencies-headquartered-at-macdill-air-force-base-sign-landmark-agreement.aspxThe �鶹��Ƶ has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:37:00 USF and defense agencies headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base sign landmark agreementThe �鶹��Ƶ has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.MacDill Air Force Base/news/2024/usf-and-defense-agencies-headquartered-at-macdill-air-force-base-sign-landmark-agreement.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,Tina Meketahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/flooding-cris-hazard-app-.aspxA team of researchers led by USF St. Petersburg GIS and Remote Sensing Professor Barnali Dixon used the CRIS-HAZARD app to analyze real-time flooding in Pinellas County. The web-based application gathers crowdsourced data to identify flooding and inform policy in vulnerable coastal communities.External ArticleFri, 04 Oct 2024 16:51:17 USF-developed app tracks coastal flooding during Hurricane HeleneA team of researchers led by USF St. Petersburg GIS and Remote Sensing Professor Barnali Dixon used the CRIS-HAZARD app to analyze real-time flooding in Pinellas County. The web-based application gathers crowdsourced data to identify flooding and inform policy in vulnerable coastal communities.Flooded street in St. Petersburghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/flooding-cris-hazard-app-.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/new-study-finds-working-while-sick-actually-harms-productivity-and-retention.aspxUSF is examining how an organization’s expectations and workplace culture can drive employees to work while unwell. The team found working while sick actually does more harm to the company than taking a sick day would.Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:42:46 New study finds working while sick actually harms productivity and retentionUSF is examining how an organization’s expectations and workplace culture can drive employees to work while unwell. The team found working while sick actually does more harm to the company than taking a sick day would.New study finds working while sick actually harms productivity and retention/news/2024/new-study-finds-working-while-sick-actually-harms-productivity-and-retention.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/partnership-with-poynter-deepens-learning-and-involvement.aspxUSF 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.External ArticleThu, 12 Sep 2024 15:48:36 USF’s partnership with Poynter Institute to deepen hands-on learning and community involvement for journalism studentsUSF 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.Podcast being recordedhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/partnership-with-poynter-deepens-learning-and-involvement.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/what-a-submerged-ancient-bridge-discovered-in-a-spanish-cave-reveals-about-early-human-settlement.aspxLed by a USF geologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:30:00 What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlementLed by a USF geologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlement/news/2024/what-a-submerged-ancient-bridge-discovered-in-a-spanish-cave-reveals-about-early-human-settlement.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/new-this-year-2024.aspxAs the �鶹��Ƶ embarks on a new academic year, returning Bulls will find exciting initiatives and opportunities abound on USF's campuses. From groundbreakings to grand openings, explore the highlights and see what’s new this year.Tue, 13 Aug 2024 08:00:00 Exciting changes and additions for the new academic yearAs the �鶹��Ƶ embarks on a new academic year, returning Bulls will find exciting initiatives and opportunities abound on USF's campuses. From groundbreakings to grand openings, explore the highlights and see what’s new this year.New This Year/news/2024/new-this-year-2024.aspxCampus Life,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Muma College of Business,MyUSF,USF Dining Services,USF Sarasota-Manatee,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-study-reveals-voter-opinions-on-ai-foreign-election-interference-and-political-stress-in-the-us.aspxFindings show about half of voters are concerned about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on this year’s election and believe the government has not done enough to deter foreign interference in the contest.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:13:25 USF study reveals voter opinions on AI, foreign election interference and political stress in the U.S.Findings show about half of voters are concerned about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on this year’s election and believe the government has not done enough to deter foreign interference in the contest.Robotic hand touches human hand through a screen/news/2024/usf-study-reveals-voter-opinions-on-ai-foreign-election-interference-and-political-stress-in-the-us.aspxResearch and InnovationAlthea Johnson,College of Arts and Scienceshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxMore than 40 students from across the country participated in the USF Research Experience for Undergraduates. The program provided experience in developing research skills required for graduate school and future careers.External ArticleFri, 26 Jul 2024 14:27:46 Students wrap up summer at USF conducting ocean and weather researchMore than 40 students from across the country participated in the USF Research Experience for Undergraduates. The program provided experience in developing research skills required for graduate school and future careers.Two students in a labhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat.aspxThe collaboration led to the creation of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook, which includes 18 actionable steps to address the rising temperatures across Tampa and better protect its most vulnerable communities from the effects of extreme heat.Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:47:55 USF architecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heatThe collaboration led to the creation of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook, which includes 18 actionable steps to address the rising temperatures across Tampa and better protect its most vulnerable communities from the effects of extreme heat.USF architecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heat/news/2024/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of The Arts,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/new-paid-internship-program-for-the-brewing-arts.aspxIn 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.External ArticleWed, 03 Jul 2024 00:39:04 New paid internship program provides brewing arts students industry experienceIn 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.Men work inside a breweryhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/new-paid-internship-program-for-the-brewing-arts.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/hurricane-beryl-students-hurricane-hunters.aspxUndergraduate students visiting USF as part of a summer research program got an unexpected and rare glimpse of the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration’s Hurricane Hunters as they prepared to go on their first reconnaissance mission of the season.External ArticleTue, 02 Jul 2024 17:12:21 USF research excursion features hurricane hunters preparing for historic Hurricane Beryl missionUndergraduate students visiting USF as part of a summer research program got an unexpected and rare glimpse of the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration’s Hurricane Hunters as they prepared to go on their first reconnaissance mission of the season.airplane above the clouds over Hurricane Berylhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/hurricane-beryl-students-hurricane-hunters.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburghttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/Tauber-Endowed-ScholarshipThe �鶹��Ƶ announced a $1 million estate gift that will provide scholarships to students in the College of Arts and Sciences. The gift comes from Steven Tauber, a longtime faculty member and current vice provost for faculty administration, and his wife, Meghan.External ArticleWed, 26 Jun 2024 08:29:01 USF to receive $1 million gift from longtime faculty member and his wifeThe �鶹��Ƶ announced a $1 million estate gift that will provide scholarships to students in the College of Arts and Sciences. The gift comes from Steven Tauber, a longtime faculty member and current vice provost for faculty administration, and his wife, Meghan.Steven and Meghan Tauberhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/Tauber-Endowed-ScholarshipUSF FoundationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,USF Foundation/news/mindfulness-and-managing-emotions-lead-to-better-sleep.aspxA �鶹��Ƶ-led study helps explain why focusing on the present moment can improve sleep, reduce stress and improve overall health.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:53:58 Mindfulness and managing emotions lead to better sleepA �鶹��Ƶ-led study helps explain why focusing on the present moment can improve sleep, reduce stress and improve overall health.Two people meditate by the ocean/news/mindfulness-and-managing-emotions-lead-to-better-sleep.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,John Dudley,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/juneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=USF+St.+Pete+Newsletter+-+June+2024%26utm_content=https%3a%2f%2fwww.stpetersburg.usf.edu%2fnews%2f2023%2fjuneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspxJuneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.External ArticleMon, 17 Jun 2024 14:47:57 Juneteenth: The complicated history, significance and celebration around the struggle for freedomJuneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.Graphic says, "USF celebrates Juneteenth with our community" with image of Texas African American History Memorialhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/juneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=USF+St.+Pete+Newsletter+-+June+2024%26utm_content=https%3a%2f%2fwww.stpetersburg.usf.edu%2fnews%2f2023%2fjuneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-using-ai-to-help-combat-malaria-in-africa.aspxFunded by the NIH, the project is an international effort that will establish a new research center in Africa to advance malaria research and deploy advanced smart traps for real-time identification of mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:00:23 USF using AI to help combat malariaFunded by the NIH, the project is an international effort that will establish a new research center in Africa to advance malaria research and deploy advanced smart traps for real-time identification of mosquitoes carrying the malaria parasite.Image of a mosquito, with a computer system identifying the head, thorax, abdomen, wings, and legs/news/2024/usf-using-ai-to-help-combat-malaria-in-africa.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,Department of Integrative Biology,MyUSF/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-study-shows-vitamin-c-boosts-dna-damage-and-cell-death-in-melanoma-cells.aspxResearchers found that melanoma cells have more DNA damage and fewer antioxidant defenses compared to normal skin cells. When treated with hydrogen peroxide and vitamin C, melanoma cells showed even more DNA damage and higher cell death rates, while normal cells were protected.External ArticleMon, 03 Jun 2024 13:15:16 USF-led study finds hydrogen peroxide, vitamin C effective against melanomaResearchers found that melanoma cells have more DNA damage and fewer antioxidant defenses compared to normal skin cells. When treated with hydrogen peroxide and vitamin C, melanoma cells showed even more DNA damage and higher cell death rates, while normal cells were protected.Physician studies melanoma on patient's arm/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-study-shows-vitamin-c-boosts-dna-damage-and-cell-death-in-melanoma-cells.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-arts-and-sciences.aspxElizabeth Spiller has more than 10 years of experience as an academic leader, having served most recently as the executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.Tue, 21 May 2024 15:35:09 USF names new dean for the College of Arts and SciencesElizabeth Spiller has more than 10 years of experience as an academic leader, having served most recently as the executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.Graphic says, "welcoming the new College of Arts and Sciences Dean Elizabeth Spiller"/news/2024/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-arts-and-sciences.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences/news/2024/survey-shows-voter-opinions-on-immigration-impact-of-politics-on-mental-health-and-election-distrust.aspxResearchers at the �鶹��Ƶ have released findings from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to key election issues. The survey, sponsored by Cyber Florida at USF, addresses how Americans feel about topics including immigration and border security, election distrust, the impact of politics on voters’ mental health and social media usage.Wed, 15 May 2024 13:13:14 National survey by USF researchers shows voter opinions on immigration and border security, impact of politics on mental health and election distrustResearchers at the �鶹��Ƶ have released findings from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to key election issues. The survey, sponsored by Cyber Florida at USF, addresses how Americans feel about topics including immigration and border security, election distrust, the impact of politics on voters’ mental health and social media usage.Paper survey with pencil/news/2024/survey-shows-voter-opinions-on-immigration-impact-of-politics-on-mental-health-and-election-distrust.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSFhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dr-honey-rands-new-chapterThe gift from Honey Rand, a USF alumna, local public relations practitioner and author, will establish a creative writing retreat in the college’s Humanities Institute and support students who are studying writing and communication.External ArticleWed, 08 May 2024 07:58:12 USF to receive $3 million gift to support writing and communication studentsThe gift from Honey Rand, a USF alumna, local public relations practitioner and author, will establish a creative writing retreat in the college’s Humanities Institute and support students who are studying writing and communication.Honey Rand sits at a conference tablehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dr-honey-rands-new-chapterUSF FoundationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,USF Foundation/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/history-student-hannah-thieryung-uses-3d-scans-to-improve-museum-accessibility.aspxWith support from USF’s Access 3D Lab, Hannah Thieryung used scanning technology to digitize the May-Stringer House, a Victorian-era home in Brooksville. She focused on the historic building’s upper floors, helping guests experience them without needing to scale the narrow 19th-century staircases.External ArticleThu, 25 Apr 2024 14:24:26 USF history student uses 3D scans to improve museum accessibilityWith support from USF’s Access 3D Lab, Hannah Thieryung used scanning technology to digitize the May-Stringer House, a Victorian-era home in Brooksville. She focused on the historic building’s upper floors, helping guests experience them without needing to scale the narrow 19th-century staircases.Student demonstrates scanning technology in front of an audience/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/history-student-hannah-thieryung-uses-3d-scans-to-improve-museum-accessibility.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Scienceshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/total-solar-eclipse-trip-mackay.aspxKevin MacKay is determined to make his road trip to see a total solar eclipse better than the one he took with students in 1999. Moments before the big event, clouds rolled in, obstructing their view. On April 8, MacKay will get a second chance, informing his classroom about the phenomenon in the process.External ArticleThu, 04 Apr 2024 06:30:46 Twenty-five years later, astronomy professor gets second chance to witness total solar eclipseKevin MacKay is determined to make his road trip to see a total solar eclipse better than the one he took with students in 1999. Moments before the big event, clouds rolled in, obstructing their view. On April 8, MacKay will get a second chance, informing his classroom about the phenomenon in the process.Students sit on a lawn staring up at a solar eclipsehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/total-solar-eclipse-trip-mackay.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences/news/2024/usf-student-kicking-goals-on-and-off-the-field.aspxHailing from Highworth, England, Georgia Brown is balancing her passion for the game of soccer with a stellar academic journey in biomedical sciences at USF. She's making history both on and off the field, earning top honors and setting new standards of excellence.Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:00:00 USF student kicking goals on and off the fieldHailing from Highworth, England, Georgia Brown is balancing her passion for the game of soccer with a stellar academic journey in biomedical sciences at USF. She's making history both on and off the field, earning top honors and setting new standards of excellence.Georgia Brown playing soccer. Graphic says, Boundless Bulls./news/2024/usf-student-kicking-goals-on-and-off-the-field.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,Torie Doll/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/the-city-of-tampa-honors-research-efforts-of-the-african-american-burial-ground-project.aspxThe interdisciplinary project includes community partners from anthropology, business and the arts to identify and preserve the stories of those associated with neglected and abandoned cemeteries in Tampa Bay.External ArticleWed, 28 Feb 2024 08:28:49 City of Tampa honors USF-led African American Burial Ground ProjectThe interdisciplinary project includes community partners from anthropology, business and the arts to identify and preserve the stories of those associated with neglected and abandoned cemeteries in Tampa Bay.Walter “Wally B.” Jennings (left) and Dr. Antoinette Jackson/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/the-city-of-tampa-honors-research-efforts-of-the-african-american-burial-ground-project.aspxCommunity PartnershipsBlack Heritage Month,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/students-to-work-on-campaign-trail-for-road-to-white-house.aspxAs part of the Road to the White House 2024 course, students are participating in a 10-day internship leading up to the South Carolina primary on February 25. While there, students canvass, phone bank and see how campaigns are run during a critical juncture of the election cycle.External ArticleWed, 14 Feb 2024 09:06:16 Students to work on campaign trail for Road to the White House courseAs part of the Road to the White House 2024 course, students are participating in a 10-day internship leading up to the South Carolina primary on February 25. While there, students canvass, phone bank and see how campaigns are run during a critical juncture of the election cycle.Group photo of students giving the Go Bulls signhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/students-to-work-on-campaign-trail-for-road-to-white-house.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,USF St. Petersburg/news/2024/usf-partners-with-hillsborough-county-sheriffs-office-to-preserve-more-than-a-century-of-law-enforcement-history.aspxUSF’s Institute for Digital Exploration is helping the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office preserve more than 80,000 items, dating back to the 1890s, through the creation of a digital database.Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:35:31 USF partners with Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office to preserve more than a century of law enforcement historyUSF’s Institute for Digital Exploration is helping the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office preserve more than 80,000 items, dating back to the 1890s, through the creation of a digital database.USF partners with Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office to preserve more than a century of law enforcement history /news/2024/usf-partners-with-hillsborough-county-sheriffs-office-to-preserve-more-than-a-century-of-law-enforcement-history.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2024/despite-turbulent-seas-and-equipment-challenges-usf-team-emerges-victorious-in-race-across-the-atlantic.aspxSalty Science, the rowing team led by USF Professor Chantale Bégin, has won first place in the women’s class in the World’s Toughest Row-Atlantic – the first North American team to ever win in their category.Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Despite turbulent seas and equipment challenges, USF team emerges victorious in race across the AtlanticSalty Science, the rowing team led by USF Professor Chantale Bégin, has won first place in the women’s class in the World’s Toughest Row-Atlantic – the first North American team to ever win in their category.Team cheers at the end of the race/news/2024/despite-turbulent-seas-and-equipment-challenges-usf-team-emerges-victorious-in-race-across-the-atlantic.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF/news/2023/top-stories-of-2023.aspxFrom being invited to join the prestigious Association of American Universities to breaking fundraising records and even a faculty member making it into the Guinness Book of World Records, this has been a momentous year for USF.Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Top stories of 2023From being invited to join the prestigious Association of American Universities to breaking fundraising records and even a faculty member making it into the Guinness Book of World Records, this has been a momentous year for USF.Graphic that says, "a momentous year. 2023, a limitless future"/news/2023/top-stories-of-2023.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Governors,Board of Trustees,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Public Health,College of The Arts,MyUSF,President Rhea Law,Stadium,Student Success,Tina Meketa,USF Athletics/news/2023/usf-team-gets-ready-to-race-in-the-world-toughest-row-across-the-atlantic.aspxFollowing 2 1/2 years of intense training and extensive preparation, a team led by a USF biology professor and two USF alums will row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean. They push off Dec. 12 from Spain’s Canary Islands and will spend about one month at sea, rowing to English Harbour in Antigua and Barbuda.Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:00 USF team gets ready to race in the ‘World’s Toughest Row’ across the AtlanticFollowing 2 1/2 years of intense training and extensive preparation, a team led by a USF biology professor and two USF alums will row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean. They push off Dec. 12 from Spain’s Canary Islands and will spend about one month at sea, rowing to English Harbour in Antigua and Barbuda.Salty Science rows at sea/news/2023/usf-team-gets-ready-to-race-in-the-world-toughest-row-across-the-atlantic.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Daphne Kotschessa Almodovar,MyUSF/arts-sciences/hub/2023-articles/idex-team-3d-scans-holocaust-artifacts-to-create-an-interactive-museum-experience.aspxThe Institute for Digital Exploration has assisted the Holocaust Documentation and Education Center in Dania Beach, Fla. by 3D scanning hundreds of artifacts and digitizing tens of thousands of documents for a brand new ‘Interactive Learning Center’ smart table experience.External ArticleFri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:00 USF team 3D scans Holocaust artifacts to create an interactive museum experienceThe Institute for Digital Exploration has assisted the Holocaust Documentation and Education Center in Dania Beach, Fla. by 3D scanning hundreds of artifacts and digitizing tens of thousands of documents for a brand new ‘Interactive Learning Center’ smart table experience.Two women hold artifacts/arts-sciences/hub/2023-articles/idex-team-3d-scans-holocaust-artifacts-to-create-an-interactive-museum-experience.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,Holocaust,IDEx/arts-sciences/hub/2023-articles/paying-tribute-to-black-history-within-tampas-historical-memorial-park-cemetery.aspxThe USF Living Heritage Institute's Black Cemetery Network invited the community for a day of remembrance, research, art, and fellowship at Tampa's Memorial Park Cemetery.External ArticleMon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Paying tribute to Black history within Tampa’s historical Memorial Park CemeteryThe USF Living Heritage Institute's Black Cemetery Network invited the community for a day of remembrance, research, art, and fellowship at Tampa's Memorial Park Cemetery.Group walks through cemetery/arts-sciences/hub/2023-articles/paying-tribute-to-black-history-within-tampas-historical-memorial-park-cemetery.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences/news/2023/usf-among-three-aau-universities-funded-by-the-usda-to-understand-disease-transmission.aspxUSF will focus on analyzing how coronavirus spreads between wildlife and humans. The data will be used to create predictive models that can be used to prepare and protect human health for future variants and diseases.Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:00:00 USF among three AAU universities funded by the USDA to understand disease transmissionUSF will focus on analyzing how coronavirus spreads between wildlife and humans. The data will be used to create predictive models that can be used to prepare and protect human health for future variants and diseases.USF among three AAU universities funded by the USDA to understand disease transmission/news/2023/usf-among-three-aau-universities-funded-by-the-usda-to-understand-disease-transmission.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,integrative biology/news/2023/national-security-wars-in-the-middle-east-and-ukraine-at-center-of-nationwide-public-opinion-survey.aspxResearchers at the �鶹��Ƶ have released results from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to a variety of national security topics. The findings include opinions about the violence in the Middle East, the war in Ukraine and the handling of classified information by elected officials.Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:00:00 National security, wars in the Middle East and Ukraine at center of nationwide public opinion surveyResearchers at the �鶹��Ƶ have released results from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to a variety of national security topics. The findings include opinions about the violence in the Middle East, the war in Ukraine and the handling of classified information by elected officials.American flag with arm of soldier in front/news/2023/national-security-wars-in-the-middle-east-and-ukraine-at-center-of-nationwide-public-opinion-survey.aspxResearch and InnovationAlthea Johnson,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/podcast-series-teams-up-tampa-bay-times-reporters-with-aspiring-journalists.aspxA vital way to learn journalism is by doing journalism. That’s the spirit of a new podcast series created by USF St. Petersburg’s journalism program and the Tampa Bay Times.External ArticleThu, 26 Oct 2023 00:00:00 USF students team up with Tampa Bay Times reporters for new podcast seriesA vital way to learn journalism is by doing journalism. That’s the spirit of a new podcast series created by USF St. Petersburg’s journalism program and the Tampa Bay Times.Group sits around table recording a podcast episodehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/podcast-series-teams-up-tampa-bay-times-reporters-with-aspiring-journalists.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student SuccessCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,USF St. Petersburg/arts-sciences/hub/2023-articles/zimmerman-school-at-usf-and-fbi-tampa-field-office-partner-to-create-public-service-announcement.aspxDue to an increase in the number of cyber schemes targeting young people, such as cyberstalking, cyberbullying and sextortion, FBI Tampa worked with USF students to publicize the dangers of posting personal information online and on social media.External ArticleWed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 USF students partner with the FBI to create video on cyber crimeDue to an increase in the number of cyber schemes targeting young people, such as cyberstalking, cyberbullying and sextortion, FBI Tampa worked with USF students to publicize the dangers of posting personal information online and on social media.Students stand infront of FBI signage/arts-sciences/hub/2023-articles/zimmerman-school-at-usf-and-fbi-tampa-field-office-partner-to-create-public-service-announcement.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Communications/news/2023/new-sea-slug-species-named-after-retired-usf-biology-professor.aspxA recently discovered sea slug found in Tampa Bay waters is being named after a USF emeritus professor of integrative biology to honor his 45-year career that involved intricately studying sea slugs.Wed, 18 Oct 2023 00:00:00 New sea slug species named after retired USF biology professorA recently discovered sea slug found in Tampa Bay waters is being named after a USF emeritus professor of integrative biology to honor his 45-year career that involved intricately studying sea slugs.New sea slug species named after retired USF biology professor/news/2023/new-sea-slug-species-named-after-retired-usf-biology-professor.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,integrative biology