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USF Honors College Welcomes Class of 2030, Its Most Selective Cohort to Date

The Judy Genshaft Honors College welcomed 672 new Honors students during its 2026 Convocation ceremonies in Tampa and St. Petersburg. With the lowest acceptance rate in the college’s 43-year history, the class of 2030 is its most selective cohort to date. Students gathered to celebrate their new academic community and hear from university leaders, alumni, and fellow students about making the most of their USF experience.

September 8, 2026Events

Students Ashley Varela, Richard Scalzo, and Ryan Singh standing in front of their research poster alongside Dr. Heewon Gray.

USF Students Present the Case for Healthier Diets in Underserved Communities

A team of students from the COPH and Judy Genshaft Honors College offered plenty to digest at an international conference on nutrition science, where topics ranged from ultra-processed foods to obesity medications.

September 8, 2026Community, Teaching and Learning

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Chloe Jones Explores Chemistry Possibilities Through Research Experiences Across the Country

Judy Genshaft Honors College student Chloe Jones has taken her passion for chemistry beyond USF through two U.S. National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates, gaining field knowledge, building presentation skills, forming mentor relationships, and preparing for a future career as a researcher.

September 8, 2026Community

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