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USF’s Bellini College marks milestone with inaugural induction ceremonies
Students in USF’s Bellini College participated in the college’s inaugural professional inductions that celebrated their transition into the engineering and computer science fields. Engineering students took part in the Order of the Engineer ceremony, while computer science students received pins symbolizing their professional commitment.
December 12, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
USF’s Bellini College creates dedicated career advising team to support students entering a high-tech workforce
USF’s Bellini College has a new career advising team to help students navigate the fast-moving tech job market. The new team offers tailored support in resume building, technical interviews, internships and long-term career planning.
December 12, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
USF cybersecurity student overcomes surprise cancer diagnosis
USF cybersecurity student Angelin Benny discovered she had thyroid cancer after a back injury led to unexpected scans. Despite months of uncertainty and treatment, she pushed forward, took on leadership roles and found strength in her support system. Now recovered, she’s preparing to graduate and begin her cybersecurity career.
December 8, 2025Cybersecurity
Bellini College symposium highlights undergraduate research opportunities
About 75 undergraduate students attended the college's first REU Symposium, an event designed to introduce students to research opportunities early in their collegiate careers.
December 5, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity, Research
Lime green tassel to debut at Bellini College’s inaugural commencement
USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will debut the new lime green tassel at this month’s fall commencement, marking the graduation of its inaugural class. The new color now represents the college’s technology-focused disciplines and joins USF’s long-standing academic regalia tradition.
December 5, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cyberherd, Cybersecurity, Research
AI experts warn parents about risks hidden in AI-powered toys
In this Fox 13 Tampa Bay story about Black Friday shopping, faculty member Karni Chagal-Feferkorn warns people to be mindful of the risks that come with AI-powered toys, pointing out that while many have great educational purposes, some have shown worrisome behavior and parents should exercise caution and monitor their children’s use of the toys.
December 1, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
A chat with a celebrity imposter started with a photo — and ended with a woman losing $200
A Florida woman lost $200 after chatting with a fake “celebrity,” highlighting how deceptive imposter scams can be. Associate Dean Larry Hall spoke with a WTSP reporter about rising online fraud, urging vigilance and suggesting cues that might help people determine that a video might not be real.
December 1, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
USF doctoral student is creating an AI tool to turn complex cancer reports into clarity
Inspired by a guest speaker to make an impact with research, Rushitha Mamidala is developing an AI tool to support patients and their doctors by making cancer diagnoses more accurate and understandable.
November 18, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity, Research
Hao Zheng receives NSF grant, a Best Paper Award for system-on-chip design validation
USF Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing Associate Professor Hao Zheng has received an NSF grant and a Best Paper Award from ISQED 2025 for developing a new framework for System-on-Chip (SoC) design validation with a focus on analyzing cross-block communications within SoC designs to reduce validation complexity.
November 13, 2025Computing, Cybersecurity, Research
Colleges and universities are helping US military veterans gear up for a new mission: fighting cyber criminals
Microsoft spotlighted veteran and recent cybersecurity grad Ben Price in its magazine, pointing out that veterans like Ben are particularly well-suited for this field. The military equips them with technical, project management and leadership skills that transfer well, they write. Transitioning vets often have backgrounds in intelligence gathering and security clearances cybersecurity employers value.
November 10, 2025Cybersecurity
USF graduate builds cybersecurity career rooted in service
USF graduate Paul Rispoli turned a chance encounter with a cybersecurity flyer into a rewarding career rooted in service. Now senior manager at ReliaQuest, he mentors students through the firm’s ReliaQuest Labs program.
November 7, 2025Cybersecurity
Margaret Barnett: Poised to tackle digital threats
Margaret Barnett built a career helping patients regain strength through physical therapy. Now, she’s shifting her focus from healing bodies to protecting data.
November 4, 2025Cybersecurity