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USF students build career skills at the magical world of Disney
During the past several years, more USF students are taking advantage of a paid internship program where they live at Walt Disney World Resort to get on-site job training for careers in hospitality, management, performance and more.
October 7, 2026Student Success
USF names new vice president and chief people officer
Ericka Smith will lead Human Resources and help shape how USF attracts, develops and supports its employees as the university continues to advance as a leading public research university and member of the Association of American Universities.
October 7, 2026University News
USF researcher knew cancer ran in her family. Genetic testing told her why.
Marleah Dean Kruzel was just a child when her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. She’s since discovered that she carries an inherited BRCA2 mutation and is using her personal experience to help others understand hereditary cancer risk.
October 7, 2026Features
A new hope for dogs with dementia: USF Health researchers explore gene therapy
Aging dogs can experience a form of dementia that leaves them confused, disoriented and lost – with few treatment options available. USF Health researchers are exploring a gene therapy that could slow the progression of canine cognitive decline while potentially offering new insights into Alzheimer’s disease in humans.
October 7, 2026Research and Innovation
USF researchers develop living heart valves that could reduce repeated surgeries for children
At just 4 years old, Meadow Boes has already undergone three major heart surgeries. Now, inspired by children like Meadow, USF researchers are developing living heart valves designed to integrate with the body and adapt as patients grow – potentially reducing the need for repeated surgeries.
October 7, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health
Astronauts to test USF students’ wound-healing research aboard the International Space Station
To improve wound care in microgravity, a team of USF undergraduate students developed a wound-healing hydrogel that will soon be tested in space. Their project is scheduled to launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center aboard the SpaceX CRS-35 mission, which will deliver supplies to the International Space Station as part of the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program.
October 6, 2026Research and Innovation, Student Success
New $4.8 million initiative to transform how educators support young English learners
In partnership with Hillsborough County Public Schools and other schools throughout Tampa Bay, the five-year initiative allows educators to improve language and literacy instruction for English learners in pre-K through third grade.
October 6, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
USF Board of Trustees to consider student fee increases
The University of South Florida Board of Trustees will consider a proposal to increase the activity & service fee, transportation access fee and out-of-state fee at a board meeting scheduled for Monday, Nov. 2, 2026.
October 5, 2026University News
Older adults face compounding risks as disasters become more complex
USF researchers are exploring how childhood adversity, extreme heat, air pollution and accumulating losses following hurricanes can affect outcomes later in life.
October 2, 2026Research and Innovation
New USF technology advances understanding of eye pressure and glaucoma
Using a first-of-its-kind wireless eye-pressure monitoring system, USF researchers uncovered new links between the brain, circadian rhythms and light exposure that may help regulate eye pressure. The findings offer new insight into one of glaucoma's most important risk factors and could inform future approaches to understanding and treating the disease.
September 30, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health
NSF awards USF researchers funding to study how augmented reality can support young learners
The project entails developing augmented reality learning experiences that are more engaging, accessible and responsive to the way young students think and learn.
September 29, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
USF Health researchers uncover a hidden brain region that helps regulate metabolism
USF Health study identifies the first known function of an understudied brain region that helps coordinate how the body responds to cold temperatures and regulates metabolic health.
September 25, 2026Research and Innovation, USF Health