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USF to advance its position as a leader in mental and behavioral health by creating a new research center named for Sen. Darryl Rouson
The Senator Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Research at USF will conduct rigorous research to advance the scientific understanding of the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including improving treatment outcomes and reducing the societal impacts of substance abuse and mental health conditions.
June 25, 2025University News
Key support for USF included in this year’s state budget
Funding for the University of South Florida’s institutional priorities and support for other important university projects is included in the 2025-26 fiscal year state budget. It will soon be sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis for his review, approval and line-item veto consideration.
June 16, 2025University News
Students gain important experience, advocate for USF during Day at the Capitol
With less than three weeks left in the legislative session, nearly 100 USF students spent the day in Tallahassee meeting with lawmakers and learning the importance of civic engagement.
April 15, 2025University News
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
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
Final state budget includes funding to support key USF initiatives
The University of South Florida will receive significant increased recurring operational funding and support for other important projects in the 2024-25 state budget that was signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis today.
June 12, 2024University News
USF Health and Tampa General Hospital partner to launch one of Florida’s first behavioral health teaching hospitals
The new TGH Behavioral Health Hospital and the recent announcement that USF will create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce – funded by a new state law – demonstrate the university’s leadership in addressing the critical need for mental health services.
May 13, 2024USF Health
USF to lead statewide initiative to address shortage of mental health professionals
USF was recently awarded $5 million in recurring funds to create the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce to enhance recruitment and retention efforts and expand pathways to behavioral health professions.
April 15, 2024University News
New state budget includes operational funding increases, significant support for USF projects
The proposed investments include a $50 million recurring increase to USF’s operational budget to support the work of each campus and USF Health, as well as funding to expand cybersecurity research and the cyber workforce.
March 5, 2024University News
USF Day at the Capitol highlights AAU achievement, emphasizes priorities for ongoing success
Tallahassee was glistening in green and gold as more than 100 students, alumni and leaders from USF’s three campuses convened for USF Day at the Capitol. The annual gathering coincides with the current legislative session and allows Bulls to rally support for university priorities while lawmakers provide a glimpse into the democratic process.
January 31, 2024University News
Key legislative priority would make USF a model for supporting veteran and military-connected students
The University of South Florida seeks to strengthen the support and services it provides to veterans, military-connected students and first responders through a new request for funding in this year’s legislative session. The funds would lead to new or upgraded Office of Veteran Success facilities on all three USF campuses, benefitting thousands of students.
January 31, 2024Student Success
USF Health granted initial $14 million for traumatic brain injury research study
Through a grant from the Florida Legislature, researchers in the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine will conduct a clinical study to help determine if hyperbaric oxygen therapy can ease the symptoms of traumatic brain injury in Florida’s veteran, active duty and reserve service members.
January 8, 2024Research and Innovation