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Florida Inventors Hall of Fame

Three pioneering USF faculty members to be inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame

Their work has transformed modern life, advanced critical industries, improved patient care, strengthened national resilience and exemplified the power of innovation to address society’s most pressing challenges.

May 20, 2026Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation

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From roller coasters to robotics, USF camps reach record heights

The University of South Florida is launching its largest-ever summer camp lineup with 70 programs expected to draw more than 2,500 students, offering hands-on exposure to fields from AI and medicine to aerospace and sports business.

May 19, 2026Community Partnerships

USF women's softball team

Beyond the field: The relationships driving USF softball’s NCAA regional run

The University of South Florida’s softball team is gearing up for the Fayetteville Regional, marking the program’s 19th appearance in an NCAA regional.

May 13, 2026USF Athletics

Trees blow in the wind during a hurricane

USF experts available to discuss hurricane-related topics as El Niño shapes outlook for 2026 season

Expertise spans ocean science, community impacts, disaster response, health and social media’s growing role.

May 13, 2026Experts, Research and Innovation

positive practices such as journaling and using smart devices to lower heart disease

Be positive: USF research shows your heart will thank you

Positive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research co‑authored by USF shows these frequent, short‑term interventions may reduce blood pressure and increase physical activity, while digital tools help sustain these benefits over time, especially for older adults.

May 13, 2026Research and Innovation

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USF confers more than 8,000 degrees during commencement ceremonies

President Moez Limayem lead his first commencement ceremonies, which featured several graduates from multigenerational Bull families and a special tribute to the two students who tragically passed away last month.

May 11, 2026Student Success, University News

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What to know about hantavirus after cruise ship outbreak

Reports of a hantavirus cluster linked to a cruise ship in the Atlantic have led to questions about travel safety. Sten Vermund, dean of the USF Health College of Public Health and chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, explains the risk of the rodent-borne virus.

May 8, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health

Daniela Zamore Alviarez

Daniela Zamora Alviarez selected as USF’s 2026 Ralph C. Wilcox Outstanding Graduate

The USF College of Engineering student received several awards for her work to advance energy-efficient computing through research in nanotechnology and materials science.

May 7, 2026Honors and Awards, Student Success

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A bold future foretold

Three friends piled onto a couch for a quick photo at their parents’ behest during USF's "Take Your Child to Work" day. As teenagers, they lived lives that prioritized playing sports and spending time with their friends and family. Yet, the matching, whimsical T-shirts they wore that day made a bold prediction.

May 5, 202670th Anniversary

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

At USF, a mechanical engineering student followed her father’s path — and built her own

Mechanical engineering graduate Sara Arroyave Soto followed in her father’s footsteps at USF, even studying under some of the same professors and using his annotated textbooks as she earned her degree. Blending that legacy with her own vision, she is conducting aerospace research focused on cleaner, more energy‑efficient aircraft and plans to continue her journey at USF with doctoral studies in aerospace engineering.

May 4, 2026Student Success

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Women's lacrosse star inspiring future generations as she graduates

USF lacrosse trailblazer Sofia Chepenik, a member of the program’s inaugural team and its original leadership board, is building a legacy both on and off the field as the university celebrates its 70th anniversary. While continuing her collegiate career and pursuing a master’s degree at USF, Chepenik has launched Sophia’s Squad, a mentorship community dedicated to empowering young female athletes through confidence, leadership and purpose.

May 4, 2026Student Success

biomedical engineering senior presenting her capstone project

Corporate-sponsored capstone projects bring industry experience to USF biomedical engineering seniors

Students in USF's biomedical engineering program are bringing ideas to life through hands on, industry sponsored design projects. For seniors in the program, this rewarding experience culminated in their capstone presentation. Fourteen prototypes were presented to eager faculty and industry partners, showcasing the graduates' year of hard work.

May 4, 2026Research and Innovation

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