
Ruthmae Sears
We need to find solutions that can really improve the quality of life within our communities, such that everyone can thrive.

Beatriz Padilla
I try to invite people from different places and take a cross-cultural approach in research.

Les Shaw
I consider this to be the greatest job. I never want to do anything else because I love puzzles and problem solving, and there’s also this translational angle of helping people.

David Connelly
In my own life, education has played such a huge role. It transformed my life. That’s really where I want to give – to help students complete their education.

Florence Jandreau
It’s really just incredible to think back on my career and remember all of the milestones and changes I’ve seen here. USF has certainly become a big part of my life and I will forever be grateful to all the directors, deans and fellow staff members that have made these years so wonderful.

Thomas Pluckhahn
It’s something I see as an obligation to try to find out more information about these sites before we lose them. But, it's also kind of a privilege to work at some of these impressive sites.