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Once a Bull, always a Bull: CFS Working Bulls share their stories

As of Spring 2026, there were 4,136 Working Bulls at USF, including more than one hundred in the Department of Child and Family Studies. Their stories reflect a range of paths, from that of Rick Weinberg, PhD, who graduated in 1983 and is celebrating nearly 50 years of employment at the university, to employees currently pursuing their first or second degrees at USF. Inside, a few Working Bulls share their journey and what makes USF meaningful to them.

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Valentina Zambrano Bastidas and Valentina Arcila

School of Social Work showcases research and leadership at national conference

11/05/26 — Faculty and students showcased their research, innovative teaching approaches and professional expertise at the Council on Social Work Education’s Conference.

Gerald C. Imaezue with students at a computer

AI platform transforms clinical education through virtual patient encounters

11/02/26 — How do you prepare students for clinical encounters when real patients aren't always available? For Gerald C. Imaezue, PhD, the question sparked an idea: CaseyMD, an AI-powered platform that lets students practice with virtual patients.

Lauren Evanovich, Evan Dart, Dan Souders, Eric Biel, Emily Shaffer, Russell Kirby, Laura Rodriquez Lopez, Tanuja Kothinti, Jennifer Zarcone, M. Adelaida Restrepo, Beth Boone, Rose Iovannone, Charlotte King

Jennifer Zarcone receives $2.2 million grant to expand disability training across disciplines

10/30/26 — The Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disorders Training Program will provide training in neurodevelopmental disabilities to graduate and post-graduate students and community professionals.

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