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USF St. Petersburg Chancellor Christian Hardigree named President of Texas A&M University-Victoria - USF St. Petersburg

Under Hardigree’s leadership, the campus spearheaded new initiatives that supported student success, introduced and enhanced academic programs, and built even stronger connections with elected officials and the surrounding community.

October 10, 2025Business News

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Ask the experts: Travel rewards credit cards - WalletHub

Muhittin Cavusoglu, assistant professor in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, writes about rewards bonuses on travel rewards credit cards.

October 7, 2025Research and Innovation

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High schoolers get behind-the-scenes look at hospitality careers at USF Wyndham summer camp

The summer program was an immersive, hands-on introduction to careers in hospitality, tourism and culinary arts. Students explored hotel operations, customer service, event planning and more.

June 23, 2025Business News

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Honors students explore sustainability and culture on study away trip to Hawaii - USF St. Petersburg

Ten USF students recently returned from an unforgettable educational trip to Hawaii's Big Island, where they hiked lava fields, made chocolate from freshly harvested cacao pods and learned about environmental restoration in a cloud forest.

June 20, 2025Business News

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New director appointed to lead USF's hospitality, tourism, and sport management programs

Lydia Hanks is an accomplished scholar with over a decade of progressive academic leadership and a strong track-record of extensive industry engagement.

June 16, 2025Business News

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How do online travel agents like Expedia and Booking.com work? - Marketplace

Online travel agents are to analog travel agents what Amazon is to department stores: you can get similar stuff, but the former leverages technology to scale up.

May 26, 2025Business News, Research and Innovation

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Trustees approve updated USF stadium plan, paving the way for full construction to move forward - USF News

Check out USF’s latest rendering for the stadium and learn more about how construction is ramping up – putting it on track to open in fall 2027.

April 29, 2025Business News

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Regenerating the idea of ecotourism in Costa Rica and the world - WUFT

In response to the failed promise of “sustainable tourism,” can a new model leave places better with the help of tourists? Brooke Hansen explains how regenerative travel sets a higher bar than sustainability.

April 10, 2025Research and Innovation

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USF's Brewing Arts program sets up working professionals for new careers

Nearly two dozen students received their certificate of completion from USF's Brewing Arts program during a ceremony held at the Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen in Tampa.

April 7, 2025Business News

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USF students trade textbooks for taste tests in these classes - Oracle

USF is redefining classroom experiences by integrating taste tests into its curriculum, with courses like wine tasting allowing students to explore global cultures and sensory learning beyond traditional textbooks.

April 1, 2025Business News

Researchers with Tideschart evaluated 528 beaches across the country to find the 10 most dangerous beaches to visit in America.

Experts weigh in on study naming 10 Florida beaches America’s most dangerous ones - Fox 13

Experts in the Sunshine State, including Brooke Hansen, the associate director of USF Muma College of Business’ School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, weighed in on a recent study that identified 10 Florida beaches as the most dangerous in the country.

March 26, 2025Business News

Bulls and Brews by the Bay 2025 featured Irish-inspired food, music and beer from local breweries.

Annual fundraiser returned to support student scholarships and connect Bulls community - USF St. Petersburg

USF alumni, friends and family reconnected with fellow Bulls and met new friends over live music, Irish-inspired cuisine and a selection of local craft beers celebrating the Brewing Arts Program for the second annual Bulls and Brews by the Bay. The event raised funds for the USF St. Petersburg general scholarship fund.

March 17, 2025Business News, Events

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