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Claire Dory looking through a microscope

Doctoral student gains auditory neuroscience training at Marine Biological Laboratory

Claire Dorey gained experience with bench methodologies that otherwise would not have been part of her doctoral program.

August 24, 2026College News, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Stern, Restrepo, Lee

Trio of CBCS researchers receive prestigious National Institutes of Health awards

The grants support research to address childhood obesity, early screening for dyslexia and language disorders, and culturally responsive mental health care.

August 20, 2026Behavioral Health Science and Practice, Child and Family Studies, College News, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Brittany Peters stand with attendees

School of Social Work faculty member honored by City of St. Petersburg for community wellness efforts

In honor of National Wellness Month, the city council presented a proclamation recognizing Brittany Peters' commitment to expanding access to mental health services.

August 20, 2026College News, School of Social Work

2026 ASHA Fellow Theresa Chisolm

Theresa Chisolm recognized as a fellow of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Fellowship is one of the highest honors awarded by ASHA and serves as a public declaration of an individual's exceptional professional achievements.

August 19, 2026College News, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Gerald C. Imaezue

Gerald C. Imaezue earns innovation fund support to advance healthcare training

The AI-powered clinical simulation platform enables healthcare students to practice the full clinical workflow with realistic virtual patients and caregivers.

August 19, 2026College News, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Manisha Joshi, Vickie Lynn, Chris Simmons, Chris Groeber, Lisa Macri, Ankur Mali, Herica Torres Alzate and Lynsey Valkos

AI-powered virtual clients give USF social work students a new way to prepare for practice

With funding from the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce, the school will create realistic clinical simulations.

August 18, 2026College News, School of Social Work

Kerianne Beckford, Lindsey Kummerer, Jacob Miltenberger, Lourdes Quinones and Kayvrie Vega

CBCS invests in staff through educational scholarships

Kerianne Beckford, Lindsey Kummerer, Jacob Miltenberger, Lourdes Quinones and Kayvrie Vega are balancing their roles at CBCS with graduate studies designed to move their careers forward.

August 17, 2026College News

Valerie Bailey, Christine Rover, Liz Burke, Christina Spencer,  and Beth Boone

USF Center for Autism plays prominent role in Tampa Bay ADA celebration

The annual event marked 36 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act and recognized individuals and organizations that create inclusive opportunities.

August 12, 2026Child and Family Studies, College News

Children along with their HIPPY Home Visitors sing a song on stage

Hillsborough HIPPY families read nearly 30,000 books in spring challenge

Families gathered with HIPPY staff at the USF's Marshall Student Center to celebrate the achievement and honor the program's top three readers.

August 12, 2026Child and Family Studies, College News

Natalia Babenko poses with the inaugural ESCAAR Fellowship cohort

Doctoral student selected for national aging research fellowship

Natalia Babenko has begun the competitive, 10-month training program designed for early-career researchers whose work focuses on aging.

August 5, 2026College News, School of Aging Studies

Left to right: Tiffany Sanchez, James Cleary, Thang Troung, Joseph Sacco, Delicia Kabamba, Lyse Garilus, Sophie Crant and Kacie Paul holding a big check

School of Aging Studies graduates awarded half of Florida's Rising Long Term Care Leader Scholarships

The scholarship supports the professional development of nursing home administrators in training.

August 4, 2026College News, School of Aging Studies

A graduate hugging a faculty member

Guided to success: ABA graduates reflect on the faculty who shaped their journey

Several students from USF's applied behavior analysis program reflect on the faculty members who helped shape their success.

July 31, 2026Child and Family Studies, College News

About College of Behavioral & Community Sciences News

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.