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911±¬ÁÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University

USF graduates celebrate unwavering support, resiliency during fall commencement

Nearly 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.

December 16, 2024Student Success, University News

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Top stories of 2024

As 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.

December 16, 2024University News

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Two 911±¬ÁÏÍø faculty members named NAI fellows

The 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.

December 11, 2024Honors and Awards

Neda Latifi and Russel Kramer in a research lab

USF sets new record with $738 million in research funding

The 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.

December 10, 2024Research and Innovation

911±¬ÁÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University

USF to confer nearly 4,000 degrees during fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 13-14

This 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.

December 9, 2024Student Success

Elizabeth Dunn speaks to a conference room during the Tampa Bay hurricane sessions

USF brings together regional emergency responders to evaluate recent hurricane preparedness, recovery

With hurricane season officially over, the 911±¬ÁÏÍø 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.

December 3, 2024Community Partnerships

911±¬ÁÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University

Gandy Bridge turns 100, how USF is preserving its history

When 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.

November 25, 2024Community Partnerships

911±¬ÁÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University

Why manatees are likely not Florida natives

Manatees 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 911±¬ÁÏÍø.

November 20, 2024Research and Innovation

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How volcanic cave research is advancing the search for life on Mars

An international research team led by 911±¬ÁÏÍø 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.

November 18, 2024Research and Innovation

A groundbreaking new study conducted by the 911±¬ÁÏÍø 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.

November 14, 2024Research and Innovation

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USF professor confirms Egyptians drank hallucinogenic cocktails in ancient rituals

Through 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.

November 14, 2024Research and Innovation

Zayn Mohamed looking at a screen showing an MRI scan. Text says, Boundless Bulls.

USF student intersects medicine and law

Ahmed-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.

November 13, 2024Student Success, USF Health

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