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IBL conference to explore the intersections of Black life and the military
The 2024 Institute on Black Life (IBL) Annual Conference themed “Black Life and the Military,” will explore the historic role of the military in Black life, address racial injustices, explore upward mobility, and highlight USF’s commitment to global and national security.
January 25, 2024Community Engagement, Events
New podcast “Im/migrant Lives” highlights impact of public policy and community organizations on im/migrant communities
The Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center’s new podcast features thought leaders and scholars and seeks to inform the public about how policies and community organizations can solve the most pressing problems facing im/migrant communities.
January 25, 2024Community Engagement, Research
The School of Public Affairs' Legislative Internship Program gives students a firsthand look at local government affairs
USF students Emma Evans, Olivia Firlejczyk, and Jessica Pimentel share their experiences within the LIP during the Fall 2023 semester.
January 25, 2024Community Engagement
Women’s and Gender Studies graduate student empowers change through YMCA internship
WGSS graduate student, Mojisola Adewumi, shares her internship journey to help low-income families by applying what she learned in the classroom.
January 25, 2024Community Engagement
Despite turbulent seas and equipment challenges, USF team emerges victorious in race across the Atlantic
Salty Science, the rowing team led by USF Professor Chantale Bégin, has won first place in the women’s class in the World’s Toughest Row-Atlantic – the first North American team to ever win in their category.
January 23, 2024Accomplishments, Community Engagement
Public service and leadership minor prepares students for a future of ‘giving back’ for the ‘greater good’
The public service and leadership minor prepares students to lead in complex organizational environments, work effectively in crisis, and overcome pressing issues facing the community.
January 17, 2024Community Engagement
History Harvest uncovers thought-provoking stories in the community
When Helen Sweatt submitted an old photo of herself to USF St. Petersburg’s History Department in September of 2023, its historical significance initially went unnoticed. The image was part of the first-ever History Harvest where community members were asked to bring their family heirlooms and participate in a conversation with students about the object's significance and meaning.
January 10, 2024Community Engagement
Students at the helm, USF an American Athletic Conference leader in streaming productions for ESPN+
USF is on its way to becoming No. 1 for streaming athletics events on ESPN+, the digital division of ESPN, for the American Athletic Conference. Student interns work tirelessly behind the scenes, helping bring more than 180 sporting events to streaming devices – enhancing USF’s exposure across the world.
November 28, 2023Community Engagement
Two-time Pulitzer-Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead to visit USF as part of Frontier Forum lecture series
The College of Arts and Sciences is set to welcome two-time Pulitzer-Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead on Feb. 7 at the Marshall Student Center Oval Theater, as part of the signature lecture series Frontier Forum.
November 20, 2023Community Engagement, Events
Frontier Forum series features Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar Dr. Cathleen Kaveny for a discussion on ‘call-out culture’
The USF College of Arts and Sciences, in partnership with the Judy Genshaft Honors College, welcomed Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar Dr. Cathleen Kaveny for a Frontier Forum lecture series discussion on 'call-out culture.’
November 17, 2023Community Engagement, Events, Featured
Messer Family Award gives the gift of beekeeping
Kenneth Gay is named the Messer Family Award recipient, providing him one year of beekeeping classes at the USF Botanical Gardens.
November 17, 2023Alumni, Community Engagement
Monique D. Hayes pioneers a legal legacy as a University of South Florida alumna
Monique D. Hayes is a distinguished business attorney who has made an impact in the legal profession. Among her numerous achievements, her most notable is as an alumna of the University of South Florida.
November 17, 2023Alumni, Community Engagement