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Jaylen Haggler reads the book he co-wrote

Inspired by USF coursework, recent graduate champions mental health literacy for children

After discovering in a general education course how profoundly mental health stigma affects communities, Jayden Haggler was inspired to develop a children’s book and nonprofit organization dedicated to changing that narrative.

November 20, 2025Behavioral Health Science and Practice, College News

Mater of Social Work student taking a group photo

USF social work students contribute to global collaboration at 2025 Interprofessional Education Day

The School of Social Work was represented by 10 Master of Social Work students.

November 19, 2025College News, School of Social Work

Prasant Mohapatra, Jena Rossman and Rhea Law

Jena Rossman honored with 2025 USF Outstanding Staff Award

This prestigious university-wide honor recognizes USF employees who go above and beyond in supporting the institution’s mission and student success.

November 19, 2025College News, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Debra Dobbs and Girish Hemrajani with his poster presentation

School of Aging Studies students and faculty earn national honors at GSA Annual Scientific Meeting

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) is the oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization devoted to research, education, and practice in the field of aging.

November 18, 2025College News, School of Aging Studies

Anna Davidson Abella, Annette Christy, Jordyn Lord, Lillian Deaton, and James-Angelo Suarez

CBCS faculty, staff, and students present at national evaluation conference

The team conducted interviews with staff at receiving facilities to better understand patterns behind multiple involuntary examinations of minors.

November 18, 2025Behavioral Health Science and Practice, Child and Family Studies, College News

Guitele Rahill and Manisha Joshi

Social Work Interdisciplinary Research Lab spreads awareness about intimate partner violence at the 2025 India Festival Tampa Bay

SWIRL student scholars and volunteers connected festival-goers with resources and strategies to recognize and prevent intimate partner violence.

November 17, 2025College News, School of Social Work

Lori Hall and Lily Curwick

USF St. Petersburg student ambassadors recognize Lori L. Hall with Golden Apple Award

The annual award recognizes faculty who demonstrate exceptional dedication to teaching, mentorship, and student engagement, and who make a lasting impact on the USF St. Petersburg community.

November 17, 2025College News, Criminology

James Kramer, Amine Sjauw-En-Wa, Hailee Hunter, Lori L. Hall, Jesse Buchanan, Audrey Pease and Angelica Lenza.

USF St. Petersburg Criminology students explore trauma-responsive justice through immersive field experiences

Students examined how trauma affects individuals across every level of the justice system.

November 17, 2025College News, Criminology

A group photo of Richard Dembo with other research fellows

Richard Dembo named fellow of the Social Science Research Center

The honor recognizes scholars who advance interdisciplinary research and evidence-based outreach across the state, nation, and globe.

November 14, 2025College News, Criminology

Jerome Galea in front of a screen

Jerome Galea speaks at international summit on mental health financing

The event brought together renowned experts and thought leaders from around the world to engage in critical discussions on the current state of mental health.

November 13, 2025College News, School of Social Work

Ciara Spivey, Sierra Tentis and Jocelyn Jarvis

CBCS students share behavioral health research at American Public Health Association conference

The annual event brought together public health professionals to highlight innovative research aimed at improving community health and well-being.

November 13, 2025College News

Duvall Training Institute

Duvall Initiative hosts inaugural Duvall Training Institute focused on medication-assisted treatment

Over 65 community partners attended the inaugural Duvall Training Institute to discuss, educate, and collaborate around the topic of medication-assisted treatment.

November 12, 2025Behavioral Health Science and Practice, College News, School of Social Work

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The Mission of the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences (CBCS) is to advance knowledge through interdisciplinary teaching, research, and service that improves the capacity of individuals, families, and diverse communities to promote productive, satisfying, healthy, and safe lives across the lifespan. CBCS envisions the college as a globally recognized leader that creates innovative solutions to complex conditions that affect the behavior and well-being of individuals, families, and diverse communities.