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USF memorializes former President Jimmy Carter with 3D virtual tour of boyhood farm
Prior to his death, USF’s Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information partnered with President Jimmy Carter and the National Park Service to create virtual tours of his boyhood farm, high school he attended and railroad depot that served as campaign headquarters for Carter’s successful 1976 presidential bid. Check out the interactive tours available to the public.
January 9, 2025Community Partnerships, University News
USF graduates celebrate unwavering support, resiliency during fall commencement
Nearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during this fall’s commencement. The group, which represented 93 countries, 42 states and 11 U.S. territories, included 47 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average and 107 military veterans. All now share a common theme – they are USF alumni.
December 16, 2024Student Success, University News
Top stories of 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.
December 16, 2024University News
USF names new dean for the College of Engineering
Levi Thompson has been named as the new dean of the College of Engineering. Thompson is a highly accomplished researcher who brings strong leadership and administrative experience, including most recently serving as the College of Engineering dean at the University of Delaware and previously as a faculty member at the University of Michigan.
December 16, 2024University News
USF recognized by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Dream Employers’
The University of South Florida is one of the best places to work in the country, according to the inaugural list of America’s Dream Employers 2025 recently released by Forbes. USF was the only public or private university in Florida to make the list.
December 5, 2024University News
USF and TGH partner with robotics company to become the first to bring life-saving surgical technology to Tampa Bay
The agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
November 15, 2024USF Health, University News
USF breaks ground on new on-campus stadium
The University of South Florida has broken ground on a 35,000-seat on-campus stadium, marking a significant milestone in enhancing student life and alumni engagement. Scheduled to open in fall 2027, the stadium will host USF's football and women’s lacrosse teams, and serve as a year-round venue for sports, concerts and community events.
November 8, 2024USF Athletics, University News
Gonzmart family gives $1 million to support USF’s on-campus stadium
To support the on-campus stadium and all it will do for USF and the Tampa Bay region, the Gonzmart Family Foundation has made a significant financial investment in the project.
November 7, 2024University News
USF welcomes community to Homecoming events Nov. 4-9
After being postponed due to Hurricane Milton, the University of South Florida is ready to welcome the community to celebrate Homecoming – one of USF’s oldest and most treasured traditions. Dozens of events are scheduled, including a carnival, comedy show, parade and the USF football game as the Bulls take on the Navy Midshipmen.
November 1, 2024Campus Life, University News
Karen Holbrook to retire as USF Sarasota-Manatee campus regional chancellor
Since her appointment in 2018, Karen Holbrook has successfully led the campus through a period of transformation and growth, including becoming a residential campus for the first time, receiving the largest gift in campus history and developing many important partnerships across the community.
October 31, 2024University News
USF head men’s basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim passes away
Amir Abdur-Rahim passed away suddenly on Oct. 24. He was the American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year this past season and led the Bulls to their first regular-season conference championship. Men’s basketball associate head coach Ben Fletcher has been named the team’s interim head coach.
October 29, 2024USF Athletics, University News
USF and defense agencies headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base sign landmark agreement
The University of South Florida has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.
October 24, 2024Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, University News