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Dengue in Tampa Bay: What residents need to know about symptoms and prevention

USF Health experts explain how dengue spreads, symptoms to watch for, how Tampa Bay residents can prevent mosquito bites and what researchers are learning about dengue in Florida.

September 16, 2026USF Health

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Through internships, USF Institute of Applied Engineering opens direct pathway to defense careers

The USF Institute of Applied Engineering provides students with hands-on internships that connect them directly to defense, cybersecurity, and engineering careers, often leading to full-time roles with government agencies and private contractors. They are not accepting internship applications.

September 10, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success

Florida college presidents at the Fuse signing with President Moez Limayem

USF renews Fuse Transfer Program, expanding pathways from Florida colleges to bachelor’s degrees

Fuse allows students who earn their associates degree in specific majors at a participating community or state college to transfer to USF and complete a bachelor’s degree in two years.

September 21, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success, University News

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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.

Spring 2026 Issue 

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