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Introductory AI, programming and database courses open to students across majors
USF students from any major can now enroll in three introductory Bellini College courses in artificial intelligence, programming and databases. With no prerequisites or course permits required, the courses help students build foundational computing skills for their studies and careers.
October 30, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
Bellini College student turns cybersecurity experience into opportunities at Google and Cyber Florida
USF Bellini College cybersecurity student Karishma Tallreja shares how hands-on projects, student leadership and career support helped her secure a Google Mandiant internship and a security analyst role with Cyber Florida.
October 23, 2026Cybersecurity
USF receives $2 million to create Florida’s first university AI and Cyber Makerspace
A $2 million grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology will establish Florida’s first university AI and Cyber Makerspace at USF’s Bellini College. The facility will expand hands-on learning and research in secure, trustworthy AI and cybersecurity while supporting interdisciplinary collaboration, industry partnerships and workforce training to help strengthen Tampa Bay’s technology economy and prepare graduates for careers.
October 14, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
ReliaQuest Labs expands at USF’s Bellini College with new software engineering track
ReliaQuest Labs is expanding with a software engineering track offering students hands-on experience with real-world projects and industry professionals. Building on its established security operations track, the program mirrors professional development processes while preparing students for careers in software development, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Applications close Oct. 1.
September 14, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
Bellini College launches Tech Career Advancement Program to prepare students for technology careers
The Bellini College’s Tech Career Advancement Program prepares students to enter the workforce with technical knowledge, professional skills and industry experience. Through a structured progression of career preparation and real-world learning, students build the confidence and capabilities needed to pursue internships, contribute to industry projects and launch successful careers.
September 11, 2026Computing, Cybersecurity
USF faculty secure $1.2M NSF grant to advance quantum-secure, AI-enabled wireless networks
Wireless connectivity now underpins almost every part of daily life – which is why USF researchers say future quantum-resistant and AI-enabled security technology is needed to protect the future generation of networks.
September 8, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Research
New AI & Cyber Living Learning Community brings Bellini College students together
Sixty students moved into USF’s new AI & Cyber Living Learning Community, becoming the first residents of the Bellini College initiative. Located in Pinnacle Hall, the community brings together first-year technology students for academic support, industry engagement, networking and shared experiences designed to build connections inside and outside the classroom.
August 21, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
USF advances national security research, becoming first in Florida to implement new secure cloud infrastructure powered by Amazon Web Services
The new secure cloud infrastructure will expand defense and aerospace-focused research, accelerate technology development and prepare students for careers supporting national security.
June 30, 2026Cybersecurity, Research
USF Student Advances to Global Finals of Red Bull Basement Competition
Sahasra Upputuru represented the University of South Florida at the Red Bull Basement World Final where she competed for $100,000 in start-up funding after placing among the top three competitors in the United States with her cybersecurity application, SafeStep Secure.
June 29, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
USF Announces $1.5 Million Gift from ReliaQuest to Advance AI and Cybersecurity Education
A generous $1.5 million gift from ReliaQuest will expand programming and establish the first-ever named professorship in the USF Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. The investment builds on a longstanding partnership between USF and ReliaQuest, helping attract world-class faculty, bolster research and enhance student learning while advancing artificial intelligence and cybersecurity education in high-demand fields.
June 25, 2026Cybersecurity
Bellini College faculty bring AI expertise to education summit
Bellini College faculty showcased their expertise in artificial intelligence at USF's AI in Education Summit, where nearly 250 educators explored AI's growing impact on K-12 learning. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions and hands-on workshops, faculty shared insights on responsible AI use, classroom innovation and emerging tools designed to support both teachers and students in educational settings.
June 12, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
Bellini College broadens AI instruction with new courses and curriculum enhancements
The Bellini College is expanding artificial intelligence education across its curriculum, introducing new AI-focused courses and integrating AI modules into software engineering and cybersecurity classes. The updates provide students with hands-on experience using emerging technologies while emphasizing responsible, real-world applications, ensuring graduates are prepared for an increasingly AI-driven workforce.
June 8, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity