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Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin

Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin reelected to USF Board of Trustees leadership roles

The University of South Florida Board of Trustees will continue to be led by Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin after their reelection as chair and vice chair during today’s board meeting. Weatherford and Griffin, who have served as chair and vice chair since 2021, were each selected for an additional two-year term.

June 3, 2025University News

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USF Athletics announces 2025 Hall of Fame Class

The five-member class includes two head coaches and three standout student-athletes and marks the 11th Hall of Fame class in program history, bringing the total to 43 individual inductees and one team.

June 2, 2025USF Athletics

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

From orange groves to alma mater: USF and Temple Terrace's shared history

Temple Terrace turned 100 years old on May 28. As USF approaches its 70th anniversary, the two neighbors are more connected than ever, with shared projects, planning efforts and a vision for what the future holds.

May 28, 2025Community Partnerships

USF student Zayle Ruiz during her service in the Army

Students selected for national program to strengthen USF’s military-connected community

Four USF students earned spots in a national program where they’ll learn to lead campus initiatives that address issues impacting student veterans and the military-connected community, from mental health to career development.

May 23, 2025Student Success

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New funding from Florida Department of Health fuels transformative research for anti-cancer telemedicine program

The multidisciplinary team from USF developed a platform that addresses critical gaps in cancer care – improving medication adherence, enhancing patient education and supporting symptom management.

May 21, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health

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How do Floridians perceive AI in mental health and health care?

During Mental Health Awareness Month, USF and FAU researchers release results from a statewide public opinion survey that measures mental health experiences and attitudes toward the use of artificial intelligence in health care.

May 21, 2025Research and Innovation

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How the FinTech|X Accelerator is reshaping the future of finance and technology in Tampa Bay

The successful partnership between the USF Muma College of Business and Tampa Bay Wave is helping establish the region as a thriving hub for financial technology – attracting startup founders from across the nation who have generated millions in revenue while creating hundreds of jobs.

May 21, 2025Community Partnerships

Entrance to the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame

Three distinguished USF faculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame

Their innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.

May 19, 2025Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation

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How USF hurricane experts are helping improve evacuation procedures across Tampa Bay

As hurricane season approaches, researchers at the University of South Florida are turning to the public to help government agencies improve emergency communication and evacuation strategies. They want to know how residents heeded warnings ahead of hurricanes Helene and Milton.

May 19, 2025Research and Innovation

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Spies, robots and dorm life: USF set to welcome record number of summer campers

USF’s record-breaking lineup of 56 week-long educational summer camps provides hands-on experiences in robotics, culinary arts, archaeology, LEGO engineering, Esports, filmmaking, hospitality and emergency response.

May 19, 2025Community Partnerships

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USF is helping bring AI to Pre-K-12 classrooms

To prepare students for an AI-driven world, USF is helping teachers in Tampa Bay and across the country integrate AI into their classrooms.

May 15, 2025Cyber/AI

Mike Crew

USF receives $3 million gift from alum to support engineering students

The estate gift, from alum Mike Crew, will support an already-established scholarship along with a new professorship and lecture series.

May 14, 2025USF Foundation

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