/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usSun, 22 Dec 2024 11:41:00 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2021/07-19-currall-statement.aspxLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.Rocky D. BullMon, 19 Jul 2021 10:00:00 Special Announcement from President CurrallLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/07-19-currall-statement.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/currall-announces-retirement-from-university-of-south-florida-presidency.aspxÂ鶹ÊÓƵ President Steven C. Currall announced today that he will retire from the USF presidency, effective Aug. 2.Rocky D. BullMon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Currall announces retirement from Â鶹ÊÓƵ presidencyÂ鶹ÊÓƵ President Steven C. Currall announced today that he will retire from the USF presidency, effective Aug. 2.President Steve Currall/news/2021/currall-announces-retirement-from-university-of-south-florida-presidency.aspxUniversity NewsPresident Steve Currall/news/2021/06-18-usf-to-celebrate-juneteenth-federal-holiday.aspxRocky D. BullFri, 18 Jun 2021 00:00:00 USF to celebrate Juneteenth federal holidayÂ鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/06-18-usf-to-celebrate-juneteenth-federal-holiday.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/06-17-summer-commencement.aspxRocky D. BullThu, 17 Jun 2021 00:00:00 USF returns to traditional ceremonies for Summer 2021 CommencementÂ鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/06-17-summer-commencement.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/06-08-usf-unveils-10-year-blueprint-for-a-bold-future.aspxUSF’s strategic plan supports USF’s bold aspirations and aligns with the priorities of the state’s Board of Governors. Our aspirations include becoming eligible for membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU) and becoming a Top-25 public university – while maintaining an enduring commitment to faculty excellence, student success, and world-class research.Rocky D. BullTue, 08 Jun 2021 00:00:00 USF unveils 10-year blueprint for a bold futureUSF’s strategic plan supports USF’s bold aspirations and aligns with the priorities of the state’s Board of Governors. Our aspirations include becoming eligible for membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU) and becoming a Top-25 public university – while maintaining an enduring commitment to faculty excellence, student success, and world-class research.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/06-08-usf-unveils-10-year-blueprint-for-a-bold-future.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-28-in-observance-of-memorial-day.aspxOn Monday, the Â鶹ÊÓƵ joins our nation in observing Memorial Day. This is our opportunity to remember and honor the men and women who have lost their lives while serving our great country.Rocky D. BullFri, 28 May 2021 00:00:00 In Observance of Memorial DayOn Monday, the Â鶹ÊÓƵ joins our nation in observing Memorial Day. This is our opportunity to remember and honor the men and women who have lost their lives while serving our great country.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-28-in-observance-of-memorial-day.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-13-future-of-work.aspxUSF supervisors are encouraged to work with USF Human Resources to design work structures that enable performance and accountability for employees while allowing for flexibility, as desired and appropriate.Rocky D. BullThu, 13 May 2021 00:00:00 The Future of Work at USFUSF supervisors are encouraged to work with USF Human Resources to design work structures that enable performance and accountability for employees while allowing for flexibility, as desired and appropriate.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-13-future-of-work.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-12-lechner-retirement.aspxRocky D. BullWed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 David Lechner, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, announces retirementÂ鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-12-lechner-retirement.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-06-21-looking-ahead-to-our-safe-return.aspxWorking in consultation with the Florida Board of Governors, USF and the other 11 State University System institutions are planning to transition to pre-COVID operations and pre-COVID classroom capacity beginning at the start of the Summer B session on June 28. We will also return to full in-person participation in athletic and social activities on our campuses, including fan participation in stadiums and arenas.Rocky D. BullThu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 Looking ahead to our safe returnWorking in consultation with the Florida Board of Governors, USF and the other 11 State University System institutions are planning to transition to pre-COVID operations and pre-COVID classroom capacity beginning at the start of the Summer B session on June 28. We will also return to full in-person participation in athletic and social activities on our campuses, including fan participation in stadiums and arenas.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-06-21-looking-ahead-to-our-safe-return.aspxCOVID-19Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-04-florida-legislative-session-update.aspxOur elected officials in Tallahassee produced a final state budget that retains much of the state’s support for higher education and for the Â鶹ÊÓƵ. We are grateful to our partners in the Legislature for their support and for recognizing the important impact that USF makes on Florida’s progress and prosperity.Rocky D. BullTue, 04 May 2021 00:00:00 2021 Florida Legislative session updateOur elected officials in Tallahassee produced a final state budget that retains much of the state’s support for higher education and for the Â鶹ÊÓƵ. We are grateful to our partners in the Legislature for their support and for recognizing the important impact that USF makes on Florida’s progress and prosperity.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-04-florida-legislative-session-update.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/04-20-message-on-the-trial-of-derek-chauvin.aspxWhile our country has worked together to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, we continue to strive to confront the longstanding racial pandemic that has devastated people of color across our nation, with a disparate impact on Black communities. USF, too, recognizes its own institutional challenges and is working to dismantle systemic racism within society and our communities.Rocky D. BullTue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 A message from President Currall on the trial of Derek ChauvinWhile our country has worked together to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, we continue to strive to confront the longstanding racial pandemic that has devastated people of color across our nation, with a disparate impact on Black communities. USF, too, recognizes its own institutional challenges and is working to dismantle systemic racism within society and our communities.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/04-20-message-on-the-trial-of-derek-chauvin.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/03-17-important-update-spring-2021-commencement-plan.aspxAfter consulting with our experts from USF Health and university event management team, I’m pleased to inform you that we have modified our plan and will announce each graduate’s name during the ceremony and allow them to stand briefly to be recognized.Rocky D. BullWed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 An important update to USF’s Spring 2021 Commencement planAfter consulting with our experts from USF Health and university event management team, I’m pleased to inform you that we have modified our plan and will announce each graduate’s name during the ceremony and allow them to stand briefly to be recognized.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/03-17-important-update-spring-2021-commencement-plan.aspxCommencement,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/03-15-announcing-plans-spring-2021-commencement.aspxI am pleased to announce that our 123rd Commencement will be held in person this May at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg. Ceremonies are tentatively scheduled for Friday, May 7 – Sunday, May 9, 2021.Rocky D. BullMon, 15 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Announcing plans for USF’s Spring 2021 CommencementI am pleased to announce that our 123rd Commencement will be held in person this May at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg. Ceremonies are tentatively scheduled for Friday, May 7 – Sunday, May 9, 2021.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/03-15-announcing-plans-spring-2021-commencement.aspxCommencement,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/synapse-summit-highlights-usfs-boundary-breaking-collaboration-with-jabil.aspxSynapse Summit, the premier event that unites Florida’s brightest leaders within the innovation economy, is underway and presents some of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s greatest minds and collaborators.Rocky D. BullTue, 09 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Synapse Summit 2021 highlights USF’s boundary-breaking collaboration with JabilSynapse Summit, the premier event that unites Florida’s brightest leaders within the innovation economy, is underway and presents some of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s greatest minds and collaborators.Synapse logo with President Steve Currall and Jabil CEO Mark Mondello/news/2021/synapse-summit-highlights-usfs-boundary-breaking-collaboration-with-jabil.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsJabil Inc.,President Steve Currall,Synapse Summit/news/2021/03-08-usf-supports-asian-community-rejects-all-forms-of-racism.aspxThese recent attacks against Asian Americans are a reminder that anti-racism is valuable because it has a broad scope and provides us with a framework to address issues across racial and ethnic groups. We value the contributions of our Asian American faculty, staff, and students to our community, and we are committed to supporting a safe and supportive environmentRocky D. BullMon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 USF supports the Asian community and rejects all forms of racismThese recent attacks against Asian Americans are a reminder that anti-racism is valuable because it has a broad scope and provides us with a framework to address issues across racial and ethnic groups. We value the contributions of our Asian American faculty, staff, and students to our community, and we are committed to supporting a safe and supportive environmentÂ鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/03-08-usf-supports-asian-community-rejects-all-forms-of-racism.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/02-17-reflecting-on-black-history-month.aspxThroughout the month of February, the Â鶹ÊÓƵ joins our nation in celebrating Black History Month. It’s an opportunity to learn more about Black history and the achievements of Black Americans in the spirit of USF’s pursuit of intellectual inquiry.Rocky D. BullWed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Reflecting on Black History MonthThroughout the month of February, the Â鶹ÊÓƵ joins our nation in celebrating Black History Month. It’s an opportunity to learn more about Black history and the achievements of Black Americans in the spirit of USF’s pursuit of intellectual inquiry.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/02-17-reflecting-on-black-history-month.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-29-one-usf-reaches-another-consolidation-milestone.aspxThis week, USF reached another important milestone in the consolidation process with the completion of a site visit by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).Rocky D. BullFri, 29 Jan 2021 00:00:00 One USF Reaches Another Consolidation MilestoneThis week, USF reached another important milestone in the consolidation process with the completion of a site visit by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-29-one-usf-reaches-another-consolidation-milestone.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-15-honors-mlks-legacy-with-service-positive-action.aspxThis year, recognizing Dr. King’s legacy is particularly poignant. A global pandemic, racism and a violent insurrection against our democracy have disproportionately impacted the very communities that were at the core of Dr. King’s work.Rocky D. BullFri, 15 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Honoring MLK's legacy with service and positive actionThis year, recognizing Dr. King’s legacy is particularly poignant. A global pandemic, racism and a violent insurrection against our democracy have disproportionately impacted the very communities that were at the core of Dr. King’s work.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-15-honors-mlks-legacy-with-service-positive-action.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-12-dr-paul-sanberg-step-down.aspxAfter more than 12 years in administration and almost three decades of service to USF, Dr. Sanberg has decided to transition from his role as Senior Vice President and focus on his research in the areas of neuroscience and brain repair.Rocky D. BullTue, 12 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Dr. Paul Sanberg to step down as Senior VP of USF Research & InnovationAfter more than 12 years in administration and almost three decades of service to USF, Dr. Sanberg has decided to transition from his role as Senior Vice President and focus on his research in the areas of neuroscience and brain repair.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-12-dr-paul-sanberg-step-down.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-11-regional-chancellor-tadlock-end-term-dec-2021.aspxTadlock will transition from his current role as regional chancellor of the USF St. Petersburg campus on 31 December 2021 to focus on teaching and research as a tenured professor in the College of Education.Rocky D. BullMon, 11 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Regional Chancellor Tadlock to End Term 31 December 2021Tadlock will transition from his current role as regional chancellor of the USF St. Petersburg campus on 31 December 2021 to focus on teaching and research as a tenured professor in the College of Education.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-11-regional-chancellor-tadlock-end-term-dec-2021.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-08-welcome-spring-2021-semester.aspxIn this New Year, I am encouraged by a sense of hope and renewal. Even as we face continued challenges – in our communities and as a nation – the horizon is bright, especially as we continue to rely on our deep sense of connectedness as a community.Rocky D. BullFri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Welcome to Spring 2021 SemesterIn this New Year, I am encouraged by a sense of hope and renewal. Even as we face continued challenges – in our communities and as a nation – the horizon is bright, especially as we continue to rely on our deep sense of connectedness as a community.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-08-welcome-spring-2021-semester.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-07-statement-on-washington-dc-violence.aspxThe Â鶹ÊÓƵ joins leaders across our nation in emphatically condemning acts that were intended to undermine our country’s democratic process.Rocky D. BullThu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Statement from USF President on Violence in Washington, D.C.The Â鶹ÊÓƵ joins leaders across our nation in emphatically condemning acts that were intended to undermine our country’s democratic process.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-07-statement-on-washington-dc-violence.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/12-23-fond-farewell-joe-hice.aspxI wish to thank Joe for his service to USF and congratulate him on an impressive career in marketing and communications that spans numerous national organizations over the past 40 years.Rocky D. BullWed, 23 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Fond Farewell to Joe Hice, VP for University Communications and MarketingI wish to thank Joe for his service to USF and congratulate him on an impressive career in marketing and communications that spans numerous national organizations over the past 40 years.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/12-23-fond-farewell-joe-hice.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/12-21-announcing-strategic-planning-advisory-task-force.aspxGuided by our shared Principles of Community, the charge of the Task Force is to help craft a strategic plan for the university that will be submitted to the Board of Trustees for consideration in June 2021, and subsequently to the Board of Governors.Rocky D. BullMon, 21 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Announcing Strategic Planning Advisory Task ForceGuided by our shared Principles of Community, the charge of the Task Force is to help craft a strategic plan for the university that will be submitted to the Board of Trustees for consideration in June 2021, and subsequently to the Board of Governors.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/12-21-announcing-strategic-planning-advisory-task-force.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/12-18-reflecting-2020-hope-new-year.aspxAmong the unexpected consequences of 2020 has been the challenge of finding words to adequately describe it. In so many ways it’s been a year like no other.Rocky D. BullFri, 18 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Reflecting on 2020 with Hope for the New YearAmong the unexpected consequences of 2020 has been the challenge of finding words to adequately describe it. In so many ways it’s been a year like no other.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/12-18-reflecting-2020-hope-new-year.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/12-04-usf-launches-comprehensive-anti-racism-website.aspxLaunching today is a comprehensive university-wide anti-racism website that will serve as a collective resource and information warehouse for content related to USF’s commitment to anti-racism.Rocky D. BullFri, 04 Dec 2020 00:00:00 USF Launches Comprehensive Anti-Racism WebsiteLaunching today is a comprehensive university-wide anti-racism website that will serve as a collective resource and information warehouse for content related to USF’s commitment to anti-racism.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/12-04-usf-launches-comprehensive-anti-racism-website.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/11-20-statement-college-ed-from-currall-wilcox-ponticell.aspxAs our university-wide process of strategic realignment moves forward, USF remains committed to our responsibility of meeting the needs of the surrounding communities while continuing to be responsible stewards of the university’s financial resources.Rocky D. BullFri, 20 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Statement on the USF College of Education from President Steve Currall, Provost Ralph Wilcox and Interim Dean Judith PonticellAs our university-wide process of strategic realignment moves forward, USF remains committed to our responsibility of meeting the needs of the surrounding communities while continuing to be responsible stewards of the university’s financial resources.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/11-20-statement-college-ed-from-currall-wilcox-ponticell.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/11-20-wishing-you-happy-safe-thanksgiving.aspxWith thanks and gratitude for all you do, I wish you all a very happy and safe Thanksgiving and holiday break.Rocky D. BullFri, 20 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Wishing you a happy and safe ThanksgivingWith thanks and gratitude for all you do, I wish you all a very happy and safe Thanksgiving and holiday break.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/11-20-wishing-you-happy-safe-thanksgiving.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/10-30-announcing-task-force-to-review-salary-equity.aspxPresident Currall asked members from across the university to form a task force focused on salary equity at USF. The task force will lead an analysis of salaries with the goal of revealing disparities based on gender, race or other factors impacting equity.Rocky D. BullFri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Announcing task force to review salary equityPresident Currall asked members from across the university to form a task force focused on salary equity at USF. The task force will lead an analysis of salaries with the goal of revealing disparities based on gender, race or other factors impacting equity.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/10-30-announcing-task-force-to-review-salary-equity.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/08-24-welcome-start-fall-semester.aspxWelcome to a historic start to our fall semester at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ.Rocky D. BullMon, 24 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Welcome to the start of the fall semesterWelcome to a historic start to our fall semester at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/08-24-welcome-start-fall-semester.aspxCampus LifeMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/08-11-reinforcing-our-title-ix-support-mechanisms.aspxAs we prepare for the fall semester, I wish to update you on our continued efforts to improve our support and outreach services, as well as reinforce our available reporting mechanisms.Rocky D. BullTue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Reinforcing our Title IX support mechanismsAs we prepare for the fall semester, I wish to update you on our continued efforts to improve our support and outreach services, as well as reinforce our available reporting mechanisms.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/08-11-reinforcing-our-title-ix-support-mechanisms.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/08-04-taking-action-to-address-societal-racism.aspxToday, I’m writing to provide you with an update on important actions USF is taking as we work to become an even greater force for positive change. Our specific actions are outlined below.Rocky D. BullTue, 04 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Taking action to address societal racismToday, I’m writing to provide you with an update on important actions USF is taking as we work to become an even greater force for positive change. Our specific actions are outlined below.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/08-04-taking-action-to-address-societal-racism.aspxUniversity NewsDiversity Inclusion & Equal Opportunity,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/07-09-message-to-international-students.aspxInternational students are cherished members of our university community and we recognize that many of you are coping with unique challenges as a result of COVID-19.Rocky D. BullThu, 09 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Supporting our international studentsInternational students are cherished members of our university community and we recognize that many of you are coping with unique challenges as a result of COVID-19.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/07-09-message-to-international-students.aspxCOVID-19,University NewsCoronavirus,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/07-01-important-message-from-president-steven-currall.aspxIn light of the information recently shared on social media, I believe it’s important for us to reexamine our processes and outreach initiatives to ensure that we are responding effectively to allegations of sexual violence.Rocky D. BullWed, 01 Jul 2020 14:00:00 In response to reports of sexual violence on campusIn light of the information recently shared on social media, I believe it’s important for us to reexamine our processes and outreach initiatives to ensure that we are responding effectively to allegations of sexual violence.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/07-01-important-message-from-president-steven-currall.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/a-momentous-year.aspxPresident Steve Currall joined the Â鶹ÊÓƵ on July 1, 2019. He has successfully consolidated USF’s three campuses, raised over $115 million and continues to lead through the complexities resulting from COVID-19, making Currall’s first year in office one of the most eventful time periods since USF was established in 1956.Rocky D. BullWed, 01 Jul 2020 00:00:00 A momentous yearPresident Steve Currall joined the Â鶹ÊÓƵ on July 1, 2019. He has successfully consolidated USF’s three campuses, raised over $115 million and continues to lead through the complexities resulting from COVID-19, making Currall’s first year in office one of the most eventful time periods since USF was established in 1956.President Steve Currall joined the Â鶹ÊÓƵ on July 1, 2019./news/2020/a-momentous-year.aspxUniversity NewsPresident Steve Currall,Sandra C. Roa/news/2020/06-19-message-from-president-juneteenth.aspxUSF President Steven C. Currall addresses the significance of Juneteenth, a 155-year-old holiday celebrating the emancipation of African-Americans from slavery in the U.S.Rocky D. BullFri, 19 Jun 2020 00:00:00 The significance of JuneteenthUSF President Steven C. Currall addresses the significance of Juneteenth, a 155-year-old holiday celebrating the emancipation of African-Americans from slavery in the U.S.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/06-19-message-from-president-juneteenth.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/06-12-consolidation-plan-approved.aspxThe Â鶹ÊÓƵ achieved a historic milestone today as the Executive Council of our accrediting agency, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), approved our plan to consolidate our three campuses.Rocky D. BullFri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 USF's consolidation plan approvedThe Â鶹ÊÓƵ achieved a historic milestone today as the Executive Council of our accrediting agency, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), approved our plan to consolidate our three campuses.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/06-12-consolidation-plan-approved.aspxUniversity NewsConsolidation,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/06-08-currall-and-brown-letter.aspxIn these challenging times, USF can provide leadership and opportunity, demonstrating an active commitment to creating a civil, humane and compassionate society in which racism is not tolerated.Rocky D. BullMon, 08 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Expanding our efforts to promote inclusion, opportunity and civilityIn these challenging times, USF can provide leadership and opportunity, demonstrating an active commitment to creating a civil, humane and compassionate society in which racism is not tolerated.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/06-08-currall-and-brown-letter.aspxUniversity NewsDiversity Inclusion & Equal Opportunity,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/05-30-message-from-president.aspxUSF President Steven C. Currall addresses the recent events surrounding the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia.Rocky D. BullSat, 30 May 2020 00:00:00 Message to community on recent events in Minnesota and GeorgiaUSF President Steven C. Currall addresses the recent events surrounding the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/05-30-message-from-president.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/03-02-announcing-new-leadership-usf-foundation.aspxI have appointed Jay Stroman as senior vice president of advancement and alumni affairs and CEO of the USF Foundation, effective June 1.Rocky D. BullMon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Announcing new leadership for the USF FoundationI have appointed Jay Stroman as senior vice president of advancement and alumni affairs and CEO of the USF Foundation, effective June 1.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/03-02-announcing-new-leadership-usf-foundation.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall,USF Foundation/news/2020/02-12-announcing-new-leadership-cyber-florida.aspxEffective Feb. 17, retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Mike McConnell, former director of the National Security Agency and a nationally regarded cybersecurity expert, will assume the role of executive director of Cyber Florida.Rocky D. BullWed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Announcing new leadership for Cyber FloridaEffective Feb. 17, retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Mike McConnell, former director of the National Security Agency and a nationally regarded cybersecurity expert, will assume the role of executive director of Cyber Florida.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/02-12-announcing-new-leadership-cyber-florida.aspxUniversity NewsCyber Florida,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/01-08-announcing-principles-of-community-task-force-survey.aspxIt is imperative that these principles authentically reflect your experiences and perspectives as a valued member of the USF community. The task force has created a three-question survey to help inform this process.Rocky D. BullWed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Announcing the Principles of Community Task Force SurveyIt is imperative that these principles authentically reflect your experiences and perspectives as a valued member of the USF community. The task force has created a three-question survey to help inform this process.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/01-08-announcing-principles-of-community-task-force-survey.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2019/20191209-update-to-community.aspxAs the fall semester and calendar year come to a close, I wish to take an opportunity to thank you for all that you do to advance our great university, as well as share with you some of my recent activities to help move the Â鶹ÊÓƵ forward.Rocky D. BullTue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 A year-end updateAs the fall semester and calendar year come to a close, I wish to take an opportunity to thank you for all that you do to advance our great university, as well as share with you some of my recent activities to help move the Â鶹ÊÓƵ forward.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2019/20191209-update-to-community.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2019/exclusive-organization-invites-usf-president-steve-currall-to-join-commission-tasked-with-strengthening-national-innovation.aspxUSF President Steve Currall to join exclusive U.S. Council on CompetitivenessRocky D. BullMon, 25 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Exclusive organization invites USF President Steve Currall to join commission tasked with strengthening national innovationUSF President Steve Currall to join exclusive U.S. Council on CompetitivenessUSF President Steve Currall/news/2019/exclusive-organization-invites-usf-president-steve-currall-to-join-commission-tasked-with-strengthening-national-innovation.aspxUniversity NewsPresident Steve Currall,U.S. Council on Competitiveness/news/2019/currall-shares-vision-for-usf-future-in-presidential-inauguration-speech.aspxPresident Steven C. Currall outlined his vision for the Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s future in a speech to students, faculty, staff and alumni during his inauguration this afternoon as the university’s seventh president.Rocky D. BullThu, 14 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Currall Shares Vision for USF’s Future in Presidential Inauguration SpeechPresident Steven C. Currall outlined his vision for the Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s future in a speech to students, faculty, staff and alumni during his inauguration this afternoon as the university’s seventh president.USF's 7th president, Stephen C. Currall, is inaugurated./news/2019/currall-shares-vision-for-usf-future-in-presidential-inauguration-speech.aspxUniversity NewsInauguration,President Steve Currall,Steve Currall/news/2019/symbols-of-learning.aspxThe story behind academic regalia exhibited during the inauguration of President Steve Currall.Rocky D. BullWed, 13 Nov 2019 09:00:00 Symbols of LearningThe story behind academic regalia exhibited during the inauguration of President Steve Currall.The USF mace, which will be used during inauguration/news/2019/symbols-of-learning.aspxCampus LifeInauguration,President Steve Currall/news/2019/usf-wins-aplu-2019-institutional-award-for-global-learning-reseach-and-engagement.aspxThe Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), the national association for the leading 237 research universities in the United States, announced that the Â鶹ÊÓƵ is the top winner of its 2019 Institutional Award for Global Learning, Research & Engagement.Rocky D. BullMon, 11 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Â鶹ÊÓƵ Wins APLU’s 2019 Institutional Award for Global Learning, Research & EngagementThe Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), the national association for the leading 237 research universities in the United States, announced that the Â鶹ÊÓƵ is the top winner of its 2019 Institutional Award for Global Learning, Research & Engagement.USF President Steve Currall accepts APLU Award/news/2019/usf-wins-aplu-2019-institutional-award-for-global-learning-reseach-and-engagement.aspxHonors and AwardsAPLU,President Steve Currall/news/2019/10-30-announcing-principles-of-community-task-force.aspxToday I am pleased to announce the members of the task force with a charge of producing USF’s Principles of Community.Rocky D. BullWed, 30 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Announcing the Principles of Community Task ForceToday I am pleased to announce the members of the task force with a charge of producing USF’s Principles of Community.Â鶹ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2019/10-30-announcing-principles-of-community-task-force.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2019/usf-jabil-announce-1-million-dollar-partnership.aspxThe Â鶹ÊÓƵ announced a $1 million partnership with Jabil to launch the USF Jabil Innovation Institute.Rocky D. BullThu, 24 Oct 2019 00:00:00 USF and Jabil Inc. Announce $1 Million Partnership to Establish the USF Jabil Innovation InstituteThe Â鶹ÊÓƵ announced a $1 million partnership with Jabil to launch the USF Jabil Innovation Institute.USF adminitrators announcing the Jabil/USF partnership/news/2019/usf-jabil-announce-1-million-dollar-partnership.aspxUniversity NewsJabil Inc.,President Steve Currall,USF Foundation/news/2019/usf-announces-10-million-dollar-gift-name-taneja-college-of-pharmacy.aspxThe Â鶹ÊÓƵ announced today it has received a $10 million gift from Taneja Family Foundation to name the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy.Rocky D. BullFri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 USF Announces $10 Million Gift to Name the USF Health Taneja College of PharmacyThe Â鶹ÊÓƵ announced today it has received a $10 million gift from Taneja Family Foundation to name the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy.USF Health College of Pharmacy students at the announcement event/news/2019/usf-announces-10-million-dollar-gift-name-taneja-college-of-pharmacy.aspxUSF Health,University NewsCollege of Pharmacy,President Steve Currall,USF Foundation