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911±¬ÁÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University

How a simple chair in the 1980s led to USF’s global leadership in AI

In the 1980s, a visionary professor of computer science and engineering at USF joined forces with his ambitious doctoral student to explore artificial intelligence when the technology still in its infancy. Their work paved the way for the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.

March 27, 2025

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USF is digitally preserving Egmont Key's historic harbor pilot village

Due to damage their village incurred during back-to-back hurricanes, after more than a century, Egmont Key’s harbor pilots might no longer have a presence on the island. But USF’s Access 3D Lab has memorialized the historic village through 3D scans.

March 17, 2025Community Partnerships

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Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster USF-wide collaborations

USF’s Bellini College is set to revolutionize education by producing job-ready professionals in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing. By integrating AI across disciplines in all USF colleges, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.

March 3, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation

911±¬ÁÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University

Seeing beyond sight: A USF blind student’s journey into broadcasting

A senior at USF majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast program and production, Trent Ferguson has not allowed blindness to become an obstacle in pursuit of his dream of becoming a sports radio broadcaster.

February 17, 2025Student Success

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USF women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and more

USF women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.

February 10, 2025USF Athletics, University News

911±¬ÁÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University

From ballet to brain injury advocacy: Meet USF student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de Roos

After a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at USF as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.

February 6, 2025University News

911±¬ÁÏÍø: A Preeminent Research University

USF historians bring Tampa’s lunch counter sit-ins to the stage

USF has played to have a central role in ensuring future generations know that civil rights story of the sit-ins that desegregated Tampa lunch counters in the 1960s, doing so through a historic marker, books and now a play and documentary.

February 3, 2025Community Partnerships, University News

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How USF architecture students and urban designers support Tampa Bay's growth

USF grads are at the forefront of some of the region’s largest projects, including airports, city centers and schools. Learn how USF’s architecture program is helping ensure there will be enough talent to keep up with Tampa Bay’s growth.

January 29, 2025Community Partnerships, Student Success

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USF memorializes former President Jimmy Carter with 3D virtual tour of boyhood farm

Prior to his death, USF’s Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information partnered with President Jimmy Carter and the National Park Service to create virtual tours of his boyhood farm, high school he attended and railroad depot that served as campaign headquarters for Carter’s successful 1976 presidential bid. Check out the interactive tours available to the public.

January 9, 2025Community Partnerships, University News

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

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

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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

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