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Tampa Bay area landmarks lit up in green and gold to honor USF graduates
While the coronavirus epidemic may have halted the University of South Florida’s traditional commencement ceremonies, supporters from throughout the Tampa Bay region found creative ways to honor the spring graduating class of 2020.
May 11, 2020COVID-19, University News
2020 USF Virtual Commencement Ceremonies
USF President Steven Currall presides over ceremonies for campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee that includes the conferring of nearly 7,500 degrees. The spring 2020 class features 43 students who hold a perfect 4.0 GPA, 272 student veterans and graduates from 50 states and more than 100 nations. Of the degrees to be awarded, approximately 6,617 are from USF in Tampa, 544 from USF St. Petersburg and 280 from USF Sarasota-Manatee.
May 9, 2020COVID-19, University News
Muma College of Business to offer free certificate program in 'Post-Crisis Leadership'
The world of business is largely locked down right now to stem the spread of COVID-19. Small businesses along with larger corporations are eager to jump back into the game and get revenues moving again.
May 6, 2020COVID-19, University News
USF psychology professor wins NSF grant to study remote work in response to COVID-19
The National Science Foundation has awarded a USF psychology professor grant funding to study the rapid transition to remote work, driven by the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 29, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation
USF Receives $17.4 Million in Federal Aid to Use for Student Relief
The University of South Florida received $17.4 million from the U.S. Department of Education this past weekend and USF has started the process of distributing the funds to students in need.
April 27, 2020COVID-19, University News
Various disciplines incorporating COVID-19 into lesson plans
USF faculty members are finding palpable teaching opportunities to engage students while social distancing. Many have added the coronavirus to their syllabus, using real-life examples and online tools to meet educational requirements.
April 27, 2020COVID-19, University News
USF launches ‘Dose of Gratitude’ campaign for health care workers
An interdisciplinary team of students and faculty from the USF School of Art and Art History, Zimmerman School of Advertising and Communications and the University of South Florida St. Petersburg Graphic Arts Program have launched the “Dose of Gratitude” campaign. It’s intended to bring smiles and show respect for health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 24, 2020COVID-19, University News
Business analysts collecting internet search data to track changes to Tampa Bay’s economy in light of COVID-19
Analysts at the University of South Florida are closely monitoring the economic implications of COVID-19. The Center for Analytics and Creativity in the Muma College of Business is collaborating with the Tampa Bay Partnership to provide real-time data for its State of the Region: COVID-19 Community Report.
April 22, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation
USF invests in research projects addressing coronavirus outbreak
The University of South Florida’s newly created COVID-19 Rapid Response Research Grants program has selected 14 projects to receive initial funding for research on potential treatments, technologies and social mitigation strategies in the wake of the global pandemic.
April 22, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation
$50,000 gift from Kate Tiedemann and Ellen Cotton to help USF St. Petersburg campus students impacted by coronavirus
The University of South Florida today announced a gift of $50,000 from longtime supporters Kate Tiedemann and Ellen Cotton to provide emergency financial support to students on the USF St. Petersburg campus facing hardships due to the coronavirus epidemic.
April 21, 2020COVID-19, University News
Tracking COVID-19 in Tampa Bay
USF aims to identify where clusters of COVID-19 cases are occurring in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties.
April 21, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation
USF St. Petersburg to connect seniors with students to combat isolation during coronavirus
An initiative led by USF St. Petersburg is connecting college students with senior citizens to reduce social isolation and develop new bonds during the global pandemic.
April 20, 2020COVID-19, University News