News
Article Listing
Viewing items with Category: All Categories, Year: All Years
Brewery founder taps into success at USF talk
The founder of 3 Daughters Brewing gave USF students an insider's look at entrepreneurship, his journey from high-stakes risk to lasting success, and a surprising perspective on failure.
April 1, 2026Business News, Entrepreneurship, Events
Young entrepreneurs bring big ideas to USF’s Entrepalooza 2026
Students across Hillsborough County took innovation to the next level at Entrepalooza 2026, turning ideas into real-world business pitches and products.
April 1, 2026Business News, Entrepreneurship, Events, Research and Innovation
Door A: Why now is the right time to BUILD talent - World at Work
New skills and competencies seem to be cropping up every day, and your organization needs to tap into them to remain competitive. Is a “building talent” approach — as opposed to “buying” — sustainable for your business today? A new USF study examines the factors.
March 31, 2026Entrepreneurship, Research and Innovation
The algorithm can't say welcome: Why hospitality still needs a human face - Hospitalitynet
Industry research shows 70% of hotels report guests still prefer human interaction for check-in and complex requests, despite AI efficiency gains.
March 30, 2026Research and Innovation
Food Network chef Jet Tila brings humor, humility and hospitality to USF
Known for his Thai-Asian fusion cuisine, the 51-year-old celebrity chef doled out career advice and dropped industry truths during an hour-long fireside chat at the Muma College of Business.
March 30, 2026Business News, Events
Hillsborough’s future entrepreneurs bring big ideas to student expo
From health apps to recycling tools, students pitched startup concepts at USF.
March 27, 2026Entrepreneurship
How Mateo Racini Serje turned data into opportunity at Goldman Sachs
At Muma, he found more than just coursework; he found an environment designed to mirror the expectations of the professional world.
March 26, 2026Business News, Spotlights
The Hafers’ commitment to community and connection - USF Foundation
In December, the couple donated $1.75 million to establish the Hafer THRIVE Entrepreneurship Program. The estate gift includes a $1 million endowed fund to provide seed funding, coaching and educational resources for students pursuing innovative business ventures.
March 25, 2026Business News, Entrepreneurship
Golf industry pros tee up career opportunities for USF students
USF students explored careers in the golf and sports business industry during a networking expo that brought recruiters and industry leaders to campus.
March 11, 2026Business News, Entrepreneurship, Events
USF BOT to add two degree programs, including a bachelor's in fintech - The Crow's Nest
The BOT committee presented the Muma College of Business’s proposal for a bachelor’s degree in fintech, or financial technology, to be implemented this fall. The master’s fintech program was introduced in fall 2025.
March 11, 2026Research and Innovation
USF Future of Food Think Tank: One year in—growing a movement and converting projects into impact - USF Research
Sowing Strategic Stories is a new pilot project with Tingting Zhang and the Novel Approaches to Agriculture working group. The initiative pairs USF master’s business students with local farms and food system providers.
March 10, 2026Research and Innovation
Inside SoFlo Rodeo: The student section fueling USF men’s basketball’s American Conference championship season - USF News
Meet the students powering the energy inside the Yuengling Center as the Bulls head to the American Conference Championship as the No. 1 seed.
March 9, 2026Events