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Honors Graduate Oliver Laczko Leaves Lasting Impact at USF St. Petersburg
What began as an unexpected start at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus became a defining journey for Judy Genshaft Honors College member Oliver Laczko, whose work in sustainability leadership, food access research, and Bayboro Harbor public education helped him find his niche and make an impact in the St. Petersburg community.
May 15, 2026Alumni and Friends, Community
USF Judy Genshaft Honors College Celebrates Largest Graduating Class in College History
The University of South Florida Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated the spring 2026 graduating class across seven medallion ceremonies on three campuses, honoring students for academic excellence, impactful research, and community leadership. From securing positions at Google to earning prestigious Fulbright awards, Honors graduates are launching into the next chapter prepared to make a difference around the world.
17-Year-Old USF Graduate Zayd Nayeem Accelerates Path to Medicine and Service
Zayd Nayeem began his USF journey at 15 and quickly distinguished himself through research, leadership roles, and community health outreach. His college experience is marked by a drive to connect science with service while preparing for a future in medicine.
May 12, 2026Community
Honors Graduate Jacob Ramirez Finds Harmony Between Engineering and Music
Jacob Ramirez, a Judy Genshaft Honors College and USF College of Engineering graduate, balanced a high GPA, full-time work, and a teaching assistantship while continuing his passion for music and theater. His experience reflects how students can pursue both technical careers and creative outlets during their time at USF.
May 12, 2026Community
Driven on the Field and in the Classroom: Alexa Galligani’s Honors Student-Athlete Experience
USF softball player Alexa Galligani balanced the demands of Division I athletics with a 4.0 GPA and Honors coursework. Her experience as a student-athlete and Judy Genshaft Honors College graduate reflects her commitment to making a meaningful impact on the field and beyond.
May 11, 2026Community
USF Welcomes New Phi Beta Kappa Society Members During Milestone 250th Anniversary
The University of South Florida celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Phi Beta Kappa Society by inducting a new group of high-achieving students, recognizing their academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to the liberal arts and sciences.
May 5, 2026Accolades
Daniela Zamora Alviarez Selected as USF’s 2026 Ralph C. Wilcox Outstanding Graduate
College of Engineering student Daniela Zamora Alviarez was recognized as the 2026 Wilcox Outstanding Graduate and received the USF Golden Bull Award, the GEM Fellowship, and the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship in recognition of her work to advance energy-efficient computing through research in nanotechnology and materials science.
May 5, 2026Accolades
The Writing was on the Dresser: A Multigenerational USF Family Adds Two Sons to its Alumni Ranks
Two USF brothers, Evan and Jonathan Fueyo, are adding to their family’s deep Bulls legacy as they graduate alongside their cousin during the university’s 70th anniversary year. Raised on campus traditions by parents who met at USF, the Fueyos are continuing a multigenerational connection that now spans careers in business, insurance and education.
May 4, 2026Community
In the Ring and in the Cloud: USF Graduate Bridges Boxing and Cybersecurity
A USF cybersecurity graduate and founder of Bulls Boxing, Yeran Gamage applies the balance of offense and defense from the ring to real‑world AI and cloud security. Now heading to Wells Fargo as a cloud security engineer, he’s already uncovering vulnerabilities in open‑source AI tools and building protections at scale.
May 4, 2026Community
Students Showcase Discovery and Innovation at 2026 OneUSF Undergraduate Research Conference
The conference transformed USF into a hub of undergraduate discovery, featuring more than 500 student research projects across USF’s three campuses.
April 29, 2026Accolades
2026 USF Climate Teach-In Expands Campus and Community Impact
The University of South Florida’s 2026 Climate Teach-In brought together more than 1,400 students through 53 events spanning lectures, service projects, and campus-wide collaborations. Led by students, the initiative continues to engage new participants, connecting sustainability efforts with new communities across all three USF campuses.
April 27, 2026Events, Teaching and Learning
Gray Zeisse Talks Fulbright Summer Exchange in Scotland
After spending a month in the United Kingdom last summer at the University of St Andrews through the Fulbright U.K. Summer Institute Program, Gray Zeisse shares how the study of Scottish identity and history helped him think about his own goals for the future.
April 27, 2026Teaching and Learning