University of South Florida News
USF moves forward with plans for new mixed-use project featuring housing, restaurants, academic research facility and more
The University of South Florida Board of Trustees voted to advance plans to transform the university’s former 138-acre golf course into a vibrant mixed-use destination. Referred to as the Fletcher District, the project will provide a new hub of activity and supports the university’s strategic vision for the future.
September 9, 2025University News
USF builds national security talent pipeline through innovative program
As global security needs continue to rise, USF is preparing to meet the demand with a transformative program that offers students hands-on national security training, certifications and career opportunities.
September 15, 2025Community Partnerships, Student Success
Rob Higgins named USF’s first CEO of Athletics
Rob Higgins, a former USF Athletics staff member, becomes the first USF alum to lead the department. He has served as executive director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission since 2004, successfully positioning the region as one of the nation’s premier destinations in sports and entertainment.
September 9, 2025USF Athletics, University News
Menopause can disrupt women’s vocal tone and quality, says USF Health vocal researcher
A new USF Health study in the journal Menopause provides a comprehensive and innovative examination of how falling hormone levels during menopause may affect women's vocal tone and quality.
September 10, 2025Research and Innovation
USF commemorates 24th anniversary of 9/11 with campus ceremony
The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus honored the lives lost and the bravery of first responders during a September 11 commemorative ceremony, which began with a 21-gun salute by the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and the playing of Taps by the United States Marine Corps.
September 11, 2025University News
USF In The News
National Geographic: Flesh-eating bacteria are becoming more pervasive
September 15, 2025
Weather Channel: Do we need to change the way we rate hurricanes? Researchers seem to think so.
September 10, 2025
Fox 13 News: USF program trains students for national security careers
September 10, 2025
CBS Sports: How South Florida persevered through heartbreak, emerged as darling of college football
September 9, 2025
CNN: Can AI Hear Cancer in Your Voice?
September 5, 2025
USF Magazine
Historic gift establishes Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, USF’s first club celebrates its 65th anniversary and a USF alumnus has transformed Nashville’s skyline.