University of South Florida News
Thousands of USF students set to move into residence halls Aug. 20
As the start of the fall semester approaches, thousands of students will move onto the University of South Florida’s campuses this week. Residence halls are again expected to be at full capacity with approximately 7,500 students living on campuses—nearly 6,500 in Tampa and about 1,000 in St. Petersburg.
August 17, 2026Campus Life, University News
New hurricane recovery technology being tested on Florida roads during peak season
From dashcams that identify road damage to tools that prioritize traffic signal repairs, USF researchers are developing technology to help transportation agencies respond more efficiently after hurricanes.
August 11, 2026Research and Innovation
USF awards more than 2,600 degrees during commencement ceremonies
The group features 22 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average, 77 student veterans and graduates from 19 countries and 39 states.
August 10, 2026Student Success
USF opens expanded College of Nursing facility to strengthen Florida's healthcare workforce
The new facility will grow nursing enrollment and enhance hands-on clinical education at USF, helping to better address the state and region’s urgent need for nurses.
August 14, 2026USF Health
USF researchers develop AI system that predicts ACL injuries before they happen
USF researchers are developing an AI-powered wearable that uses machine learning and real-time feedback to help identify risky movements and reduce the risk of ACL injuries before they occur.
August 11, 2026Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, USF Health
USF In The News
Bay News 9: USF student graduating Saturday wants to help others with mobility challenges
August 6, 2026
USA Today: Why keeping your cat indoors saves birds
August 6, 2026
CNN: Want to be first to escape a hurricane? This new company is selling seats on private planes
August 5, 2026
TIME Magazine: What to Know About the ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria That Killed 7 People in the U.S.
August 5, 2026
New York Times: Mexico Declares War on Stinky Seaweed
August 4, 2026
USF Magazine
The latest edition includes a conversation with President Moez Limayem, a look back at 70 years of USF history through the eyes of our first students and a profile of USF alum John Fieldly, chairman and CEO of Celsius Holdings.