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Student & Alumni News

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USF DAY AT THE CAPITOL

Our LIP students took a trip to Tallahassee to learn more about the legislative process. They also met with legislators, alumni, & other students to raise awareness about USF & its priorities for the upcoming legislative session.

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HIGHER EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

MPA alumni Braulio Colón was named the new Executive Director of the Florida College Access Network (FCAN), which is a statewide organization that works to improve college access & success for all students.

SPA In the News

  1. Dr. Stephen Neely conducted a nationwide survey to measure attitudes related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including opinions about vaccination, exposure to/belief in vaccine-related misinformation, & concerns about potential future outbreaks.

  2. A team of MURP students were selected as 1 of 3 finalists in the national APA Student Design Competition & they will present at the 2023 National Planning Conference in April!

  3. Dr. Elizabeth Strom was featured in a Tampa Bay Times article where she stated that none of our affordability solutions work if housing supply is too tight.

School News

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SPA CELEBRATES 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!

The School of Public Affairs is celebrating its 10th anniversary at the University of South Florida! SPA has a strong commitment to applied social engagement & to making a difference in the Tampa Bay community. A big thank you to our faculty, staff, students, alumni, advisory boards, & community partners for helping us achieve this milestone & for continuing to support our School!

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WELCOME NEW PLANNER-IN-RESIDENCE!

Join us in welcoming our newest Visiting Instructor hire to USF! Amber Dickerson, AICP will lead MURP's studio classes, providing students with community-engaged learning & real-world planning experience.