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From Cigar City to a hub for creativity: USF’s 70-year role in Ybor City
As USF marks its 70th anniversary and Ybor City celebrates 140 years, their shared history reveals how the university’s artists helped spark the district’s revival. Beginning in the 1970s, USF creatives transformed a near‑abandoned Ybor into a thriving arts district—a legacy the university continues to carry forward today.
February 3, 202670th Anniversary, Community Partnerships
Partnership with local brewery creates first USF-branded beer
In collaboration with the USF Brewing Arts program, Mastry’s Brewing has launched the St. Pete Pilsner. Brewed by USF alumni, the can features a student-designed label that highlights aspects of USF, St. Petersburg and the art of beer brewing.
January 23, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success
USF earns national recognition for community engagement
The 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement recognizes USF’s deep, sustained commitment to partnership-driven work that aligns university expertise with community priorities, including economic development, education and health.
January 12, 2026Community Partnerships
USF College of Education students giving area seniors a step up in physical fitness
A free, student-led fitness program is changing what’s possible for older adults – boosting strength, confidence and even recovery after major health events.
January 8, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success
Thousands pack Yuengling as USF women’s basketball hosts annual Education Day
More than 9,000 elementary and middle school students from across Tampa Bay filled the stands at Yuengling Center as they witnessed USF women's basketball’s 91-58 win against Houston Christian University during Education Day.
December 8, 2025Community Partnerships, USF Athletics
USF program gives homeschoolers a place to play and future teachers real experience
USF’s Physical Education Teacher Education program turns gym time into a win‑win: homeschool kids get to run, jump, and try out new sports, while future PE teachers swap textbooks for whistles and real‑world practice. It’s like recess meets career training—fun for the kids, and a hands‑on playground for the majors learning to lead.
November 24, 2025Community Partnerships
USF and The Florida Orchestra unite to advance music education and community connection
The new partnership brings world-class conductors, professional-level ensemble training and free public concerts to campus – expanding music education and deepening community connection across Tampa Bay. The USF Symphony Orchestra’s next performance is Nov. 20.
November 17, 2025Community Partnerships, Student Success
Florida employers gain competitive edge as USF expands federally funded cybersecurity program
Due to its success, the university is nearly doubling enrollment of the InfoSec Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst program, offering it for free to 400 military veterans, first responders and public-sector professionals.
November 10, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI
USF releases new renderings of Fletcher District as project receives state-level approval
The university’s planned mixed-use destination features student and multifamily housing, restaurants, retail, a hotel and conference center, an academic research facility and recreation space.
November 7, 2025Community Partnerships, University News
USF launches free online course designed for AI skill building
Designed for individuals with no technical background, the short-form program provides practical, flexible and self-paced opportunities for professionals, educators and the general public to build confidence and skills in incorporating AI into their work and daily lives.
October 28, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Student Success
USF, Florida High Tech Corridor expand innovation footprint through partnership with the ARK Innovation Center
As part of the agreement, USF’s Institute of Applied Engineering will establish a presence at the state-of-the-art ARK Innovation Center in St. Petersburg, which serves as a launchpad for early-stage companies focused on disruptive technologies such as machine learning, energy, fintech, artificial intelligence and blockchain.
October 15, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation
Simulated cyberattack, national security highlight inaugural CyberBay conference
More than 1,000 people attended CyberBay 2025, many from outside of Florida, to explore Tampa Bay’s emergence as a national hub for cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and national security.
October 15, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI