College of Behavioral and Community Sciences welcomes new faculty
08/22/25 — These new CBCS faculty members bring expertise, innovative research, and a strong commitment to student success.
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The Trafficking in Persons Risk to Resilience Lab has released a first-of-its-kind report that shines a light on the high risk and occurrences of human trafficking in the state as well as the growing, coordinated response to combat the crime and aid victims.
A new mental health and substance use research center in the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences will honor Sen. Darryl Rouson. The center builds upon the state’s investment in USF’s efforts to address mental health and addiction.
A new workforce training initiative aimed at individuals with disabilities is preparing for its first cohort this August, combining cutting-edge virtual reality and artificial intelligence technologies to prepare participants for careers in skilled trades.
A study by the Auditory Rehabilitation and Clinical Trials Laboratory reveals that patients with mild hearing loss who received hearing aids and other support experienced an increased desire to engage in the world around them.
Four CBCS graduate programs are among the nation's top 50 and another is in the top 100, according to recent rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.
The Disaster Preparedness for Older Adults and Caregivers website offers a comprehensive suite of resources — including checklists, worksheets, and emergency kit guidance — tailored to help older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers prepare for emergencies.
08/22/25 — These new CBCS faculty members bring expertise, innovative research, and a strong commitment to student success.
08/20/25 — As interim associate dean for research, Stephanie Marhefka will support faculty in securing funding, developing proposals, and managing awards.
08/13/25 — Christopher Brown, joining the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, researches understanding speech in the presence of background noise.