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USF Provost's Scholar Meghana Nelluri excels with double major and prestigious Deloitte internship
As a first-generation American, Meghana Nelluri has tried to take advantage of every opportunity at USF.
December 6, 2021Student Success
New study finds USF’s economic impact rises to more than $6 billion annually
The University of South Florida generates an annual economic impact of $6.02 billion, according to a new report that analyzes the university’s role in serving as a catalyst for growth in the Tampa Bay region and state of Florida. The study provides an in-depth look in real-dollar terms at USF’s impact across the full scope of the university.
December 6, 2021University News
Swerving prevention method prompts new patent for USF engineers
In the midst of reviewing data for the federally funded Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority Connected Vehicle Pilot, USF researchers have been awarded a U.S. patent for their algorithm that detects one of the greatest roadway hazards – swerving.
December 3, 2021Research and Innovation
Telling a community’s story: New media partnership provides USF journalism students field reporting experience
A new collaboration between the University of South Florida Zimmerman School of Advertising & Mass Communications and 83 Degrees Media is giving undergraduate students the chance to tell the stories of a Tampa community while gaining valuable work experience.
December 2, 2021University News
USF Libraries collection on display at the Tampa Museum of Art
For the first time, dozens of ancient objects from the Farid Karam, M.D. Lebanon Antiquities Collection will be available to the general public.
December 1, 2021University News
University of South Florida researchers release findings from nationwide social media opinion survey
Researchers at the University of South Florida, in partnership with Cyber Florida at USF, have released results from a nationwide survey to better understand patterns of social media usage. Subjects consist of common uses of social media – including e-commerce and political engagement – as well as some effects of usage on social and mental well-being.
November 22, 2021Research and Innovation
USF Brewing Arts program joins forces with Yuengling to enhance diversity in the brewing industry
The University of South Florida, in partnership with D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America’s Oldest Brewery, announced that applications are now open for its $5,000 Diversity in Brewing Scholarship.
November 22, 2021University News
USF receives $1 million gift to support aging education and research
The University of South Florida today announced a $1 million gift from Reliance Medical Centers to the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences and USF Health to support innovative programs that focus on geriatric health care.
November 18, 2021USF Health, University News
Undergraduate student becomes USF’s first Rhodes Scholarship finalist
Alexander Mercier is the first USF student to emerge from the rigorous evaluation process that leads to the identification of finalists. His selection reflects the breadth of qualities the Rhodes selection committee seeks in candidates -- outstanding intellect, character, leadership and commitment to service.
November 17, 2021Honors and Awards, University News
USF becomes Florida’s top university for international students
As universities across the United States recognize International Education Week Nov. 15-19, the University of South Florida community can celebrate reaching a historic milestone in its global diversity.
November 16, 2021University News
USF physicists selected as finalists for the ‘Nobel Prize of supercomputing’
A team of computational physicists and computer scientists led by researchers from the University of South Florida has reached a new milestone in supercomputing and was selected as a finalist for the field’s most prestigious award.
November 16, 2021Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation
USF President Rhea Law honored for business leadership by the Florida Council of 100
Rhea Law, interim president of the University of South Florida, was honored with the Governor’s Business Leader of the Year Award at the Fall Meeting of the Florida Council of 100.
November 16, 2021Honors and Awards, University News