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Inspired by USF coursework, recent graduate champions mental health literacy for children
After discovering in a general education course how profoundly mental health stigma affects communities, Jayden Haggler was inspired to develop a children’s book and nonprofit organization dedicated to changing that narrative.
November 25, 2025Student Success
USF students compete to launch experiments aboard the International Space Station
Thirty-five USF students are competing to design experiments that will launch aboard the International Space Station. This is the first time USF is participating in the Student Spaceflight Experiment Program, representing multiple colleges across the university.
November 24, 2025Research and Innovation, Student Success
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
USF doctoral student is creating an AI tool to turn complex cancer reports into clarity
Inspired by a guest speaker’s message about creating impact through research, Rushitha Mamidala is developing an AI tool that helps patients and doctors by making cancer diagnoses more accurate and easier to understand.
November 20, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation
USF experts available to share insights on 2025 holiday trends, including AI use in gift giving and travel planning
With the holidays fast approaching, the University of South Florida offers faculty experts who can discuss a variety of topics, such as the use of AI in gift giving and travel plans, consumer spending trends this year, and how to include healthy habits throughout the season.
November 20, 2025Experts
From alum to head coach: Jolene Shepardson leads USF in hosting its first American Conference Volleyball Championship
Learn how Jolene Shepardson’s deep USF roots and athletic family fuel the Bulls as they host their first American Conference Volleyball Championship.
November 20, 2025USF Athletics
STEM academic facility groundbreaking begins a milestone campus project
The new facility expands access to high-quality lab instruction in chemistry, biology and physics for students across the university.
November 19, 2025University News
USF recognized by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Dream Employers’
For the second consecutive year, USF was the only public or private university in Florida to make the list. Among employers ranked in the education industry, USF is No. 13 in the nation overall and No. 5 among public higher education institutions.
November 18, 2025University News
New study suggests accounting, not aliens, explains Peru’s mysterious ‘Band of Holes’
New research published in Antiquity reveals the first scientific evidence that Peru’s puzzling “Band of Holes” — once featured in Ancient Aliens — was part of a sophisticated Indigenous network for storing and recording goods.
November 18, 2025Research and Innovation
Weatherford and Griffin reappointed to new terms on the USF Board of Trustees
Weatherford was reappointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in a Nov. 14 announcement, while Griffin’s reappointment was announced by the Florida Board of Governors during a Nov. 6 meeting. Both appointments are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.
November 17, 2025University News
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, 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.