University of South Florida News
USF all girl cheer and coed cheer teams claim program's 10th and 11th championships
USF's cheer program added two more national championships and three runner-up finishes, medaling in all five divisions it entered at the 2026 UCA/UDA College Cheerleading & Dance Team National Championship at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando.
January 20, 2026USF Athletics
USF to launch new majors integrating computer science and AI across business, criminology and social sciences
Designed through cross-college partnerships, the Bellini College majors prepare students for technology-driven careers by integrating technical skills with human, strategic and ethical perspectives.
January 23, 2026Student Success
USF rises in new research rankings, outpacing many peer institutions in growth
With $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, USF ranks No. 47 among the nation’s public universities – and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.
January 13, 2026Research and Innovation, University News
Partnership with local brewery creates first USF-branded beer
In collaboration with the USF Brewing Arts program, Mastry’s Brewing has launched the St. Pete Pilsner. Brewed by USF alumni, the can features a student-designed label that highlights aspects of USF, St. Petersburg and the art of beer brewing.
January 23, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success
Why is the flu so bad this year?
As flu cases rise across the country, USF Health virologist Dr. Michael Teng explains what makes this season unique and how you can best take care of yourself and your family.
January 15, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health
USF In The News
NPR: India tightened its egg donation rules, creating a vibrant black market for sellers
January 20, 2026
Tampa Bay Business & Wealth: Rhea Law’s lifetime bet on the University of South Florida
January 19, 2026
Fox News: Eating leftover pasta may be better for your blood sugar than consuming a fresh bowl, experts say
January 14, 2026
USF Magazine
Stories feature some of USF's many highlights, including the university's membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities, the ranking of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as No. 1 in Florida and the opening of the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.