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USF hosts 2026 math bowls for Hillsborough County’s top students
Nearly a thousand of Hillsborough County’s top young mathematicians competed at USF, showcasing their speed, accuracy and problem-solving skills.
February 27, 2026Academics, College of Education News, Community Engagement
Step into a World of Wonder — curiosity leads the way in this virtual reality application designed by a USF team
A new virtual reality app created by a team of USF faculty, staff, and students, creates an immersive experience of curiosity and wonder.
March 11, 2026Research
USF College of Education hosts USF’s first-ever Regional Scripps Spelling Bee
In its inaugural Regional Scripps Spelling Bee, the University of South Florida College of Education brought together top young spellers from 110 schools across Tampa Bay, crowning one champion to compete at the National Spelling Bee in May.
February 16, 2026College of Education News
National Academy of Inventors names six USF faculty to its 2026 class of senior members
NAI’s Senior Member recognition program recognizes active faculty, scientists and administrators at NAI member institutions who have successfully produced, patented and commercialized technologies that have brought, or aspire to bring, real impact on the welfare of society and economic progress.
February 26, 2026College of Education News, Faculty Honors
USF and Sarasota County Schools partner to power the next generation of innovators
Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, Brookside Middle School will transform into the Gulf Coast Academy of Innovation & Technology at Brookside, a new district-wide magnet. In partnership with the USF College of Education, the academy will offer rigorous, hands-on pathways to immerse students in hands-on, advanced STEM learning.
February 12, 2026Academics, College of Education News