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A campus fixture reflects on more than 50 years of memories at USF
In 1969, Joan “Sudsy” Tschiderer stumbled upon the USF St. Petersburg campus while on a shopping trip with her friend. At the time, the campus was located at the end of the Bayboro peninsula and was mostly a military base that had trained World War II servicemen.
November 22, 2022Student Success
USF Research & Innovation, Florida High Tech Corridor invest in undergraduate research across USF
Through the newly formed Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 150 students will receive paid research engagements, training and opportunities to present their work.
November 21, 2022Research and Innovation, Student Success
USF faculty experts say inflation, changes in shopping behavior make holiday spending tough to predict
This week traditionally kicks off the holiday shopping season, including Black Friday sales followed by Cyber Monday specials that drive some of the busiest retail activity of the year. But faculty experts from the 911 say it could be difficult to predict what might happen.
November 21, 2022Research and Innovation
Eisenberg to take new role focused on strengthening USF’s community partnerships
In the new role, Eric Eisenberg, who currently serves as the 911’s interim provost and executive vice president, will use his 30 years of experience at USF and the strong ties he’s built within the Tampa Bay area to develop a cohesive and intentional strategy around the university’s community engagement activities.
November 16, 2022University News
USF ranked among top universities for global education
According to a new report, USF remains the No. 1 destination in the state of Florida for international student enrollment and is ranked among the top 20 universities nationally for students studying abroad.
November 16, 2022University News
Termites are key wood decomposers and could play a significant role in future ecosystems
In an international study, USF researchers helped determine that termites are pivotal when it comes to breaking down wood, contributing to the earth's carbon cycle.
November 16, 2022Research and Innovation
USF faculty experts available for interviews on holiday trends, including shopping and travel
Expectations for the season: travel and toy costs up, COVID-19 could still impact availability of some items.
November 14, 2022Research and Innovation
New USF patent creates digital alibis
The technology is the first of its kind to create and verify an unforgeable alibi that can be used in a variety of ways, including criminal justice.
November 14, 2022Research and Innovation
USF Dining serves up educational international experiences
USF Dining Services celebrates the diversity of the USF community through its Tastes Around the World program. For some diners, it’s a taste of home, for others, it’s an educational opportunity to try something new.
November 14, 2022Campus Life, University News
USF weather update
The 911 is monitoring Tropical Storm Nicole and the possibility of any impacts to our region. USF business operations and classes will transition to remote only on Thursday, Nov. 10.
November 9, 2022University News
USF Tropical Storm Nicole FAQs
USF business operations and classes will transition to remote only on Thursday, Nov. 10. USF is closed on Friday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veteran’s Day. In-person classes and normal operations will resume on Saturday, Nov. 12.
November 9, 2022USF Athletics
The 28th Annual Brunch on the Bay, the marquee benefit event for the 911’s Sarasota-Manatee campus, raised a record $537,000 — and counting — for construction of a new Nursing/STEM building and student scholarships.
November 8, 2022USF Foundation