College of Arts and Sciences

A foundation for the future: How the College of Arts and Sciences helped USF take shape

As USF celebrates 70 years since its founding, the College of Arts and Sciences is reflecting on the role it played in shaping USF’s past, present and future as one of the most research-intensive universities in the nation, a leader in innovation and a catalyst for prosperity across Tampa Bay and the state of Florida.

Arts and Sciences News

Innovating Red Tide Aid

A new light-activated material from USF researchers could help curb red tide and protect coastal ecosystems.

Reframing Cancer Risk

woman lying on MRI cot while tech stands beside the machine

A USF researcher is transforming how hereditary breast cancer risk is understood and improving communication about genetic testing challenges.

Unlocking Biodiversity

New discoveries are changing how scientists understand the Florida scrub millipede and its role in maintaining fragile scrub habitats.

CAS Chronicles

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Student Voices: How I gained confidence and career readiness through the Mellon Humanities Internship Program

05/04/26 — This internship helped me strengthen my resume by providing an experience that extends beyond the classroom. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities the Mellon Humanities Internship Program has given me, and I highly recommend it to students who are looking to build professional skills and stand out before graduating.

History major working with Florida Holocaust Museum to create exhibit on Holocaust survivor, Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel

04/30/26 — CAS students are helping to catalogue artifacts, correspondence, photographs and other material that will lead to a permanent museum exhibition on the life, works and teachings of the Nobel Peace Prize recipient.

CAS student selected as NOAA Hollings Scholar

04/23/26 — Second-year USF College of Arts and Sciences student Mckenzie Newbern will intern with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in summer 2027 after building a solid foundation working on oyster restoration projects in the Tampa Bay region.

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Paid Internship Opportunities for USF Humanities Students

USF humanities students may apply for paid internships thanks to a $4.8 million grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The five-year Mellon Internship program will support up to 900 undergraduate students each year, providing valuable hands-on experience across a wide range of fields.

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