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U.S. News & World Report ranks USF a national leader for dozens of graduate programs
The University of South Florida has 31 graduate programs ranked in the top 100 nationally by U.S. News & World Report, including 15 in the top 50 and five in the top 25. With standout programs such as industrial-organizational psychology, criminology and rehabilitation counseling, USF continues to rise as a leader in graduate education and research excellence.
April 8, 2025Student Success, University News
How USF’s 'Autism Friendly' business initiative is transforming Tampa
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at the University of South Florida's initiative provides education and training to help businesses accommodate individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.
April 4, 2025Community Partnerships
Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster USF-wide collaborations
USF’s Bellini College is set to revolutionize education by producing job-ready professionals in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing. By integrating AI across disciplines in all USF colleges, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.
March 3, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation
USF to assist Florida law enforcement, organizations with new tool to combat human trafficking and support victims
TIPSTR is a new data repository that illustrates the magnitude, trends and geographic scope of human trafficking across the state.
February 27, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
USF women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and more
USF women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.
February 10, 2025USF Athletics, University News
Does the Super Bowl increase human trafficking in host city?
USF criminology researchers say the widely held perception that one of the biggest sporting events in the world is a magnet for trafficking is largely unfounded.
February 4, 2025Research and Innovation
USF social work program builds confidence through immersive home visit simulation
The simulation is designed by experts to represent real-life scenarios, such as de-escalation techniques to manage tense situations. By practicing responses to harsh comments or threats, students gain the confidence to handle unpredictable environments before graduation.
December 18, 2024Student Success
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 researchers awarded nearly $10 million to enhance employment services for individuals with disabilities
The project will integrate virtual reality and artificial intelligence technologies into LAUNCH USF's employment and transition programs to address the critical shortage of skilled labor and promote inclusivity in the workplace.
September 23, 2024Research and Innovation
Great-grandmother inspires USF student to conduct dementia research
While Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great-grandmother growing up, she mostly knew her as a family member who suffered from dementia. That experience inspired Smith as a USF student to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training study.
September 10, 2024Student Success
Why kids kill: How curiosity drove 43 years of research and education
After more than four decades at USF, Distinguished University Professor Kathleen Heide, a nationally recognized consultant on juvenile homicide and family violence, is set to retire.
July 11, 2024University News