https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usMon, 08 Jun 2026 16:50:16 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/ai-requires-more.aspxAI is a great accelerator but it’s not a substitute for thinking. This piece is a timely reminder that the professionals who stand out will be the ones who pair AI fluency with judgment, empathy, and real-world communication skills.Mark KoulianosThu, 28 May 2026 14:15:11 AI Requires More Than Technical SkillAI is a great accelerator but it’s not a substitute for thinking. This piece is a timely reminder that the professionals who stand out will be the ones who pair AI fluency with judgment, empathy, and real-world communication skills.A man sitting in front of a massive holographic technical interfacehttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/ai-requires-more.aspxDirector's Corner,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/elasticity-for-the-modern-workforce.aspxAs workplace change accelerates, “elasticity” — the ability to adapt quickly — is becoming a must-have career skill. This article explores how tech fluency, strong communication, and project management fundamentals help professionals stay resilient and ready for what’s next.Mark KoulianosThu, 02 Apr 2026 15:16:57 Elasticity for the Modern WorkforceAs workplace change accelerates, “elasticity” — the ability to adapt quickly — is becoming a must-have career skill. This article explores how tech fluency, strong communication, and project management fundamentals help professionals stay resilient and ready for what’s next.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/elasticity-for-the-modern-workforce.aspxDirector's Corner,Leadership and Managementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/summer-camps-2026.aspxLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.aSummer’s coming fast, and USF Summer Camps are a smart way to keep kids learning without it feeling like school. From robotics and coding to cybersecurity, medicine, and aerospace, students in grades 2–12 can explore big ideas through hands-on, confidence-building fun on USF’s Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses.George TsongranisThu, 26 Mar 2026 11:28:01 Learning, Exploration, and Fun Await at USF Summer CampsLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.aSummer’s coming fast, and USF Summer Camps are a smart way to keep kids learning without it feeling like school. From robotics and coding to cybersecurity, medicine, and aerospace, students in grades 2–12 can explore big ideas through hands-on, confidence-building fun on USF’s Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses.Kids at a robot summer camp in front of laptopshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/summer-camps-2026.aspxDirector's Corner,K-12 Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/control-what-you-can.aspxUncertainty at work is unavoidable, but your mindset, effort, and growth habits are always in your hands. This piece focuses on practical ways to build momentum: staying positive, working with intention, accepting feedback, and investing in skills that move your career forward.Mark KoulianosThu, 05 Feb 2026 00:01:08 Control What You CanUncertainty at work is unavoidable, but your mindset, effort, and growth habits are always in your hands. This piece focuses on practical ways to build momentum: staying positive, working with intention, accepting feedback, and investing in skills that move your career forward.A man popping out of a human head, while at a ship's wheel directing https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/control-what-you-can.aspxDirector's Corner,Leadership and Management,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/grateful-for-leadership.aspxThis Thanksgiving reflection highlights the positive influence of three USF leaders whose mentorship, support, and vision have shaped both workplace culture and personal growth.Mark KoulianosTue, 25 Nov 2025 17:30:44 Grateful for Exemplary Models of LeadershipThis Thanksgiving reflection highlights the positive influence of three USF leaders whose mentorship, support, and vision have shaped both workplace culture and personal growth.A stack of books by autumn leaveshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/grateful-for-leadership.aspxDirector's Corner,Leadership and Managementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/keep-it-professional.aspxBringing your “authentic self” to work doesn’t mean leaving professionalism behind. Learn how mindful communication, respect, and balance foster a positive and productive workplace.Mark KoulianosThu, 23 Oct 2025 14:51:38 Keeping It Professional in the WorkplaceBringing your “authentic self” to work doesn’t mean leaving professionalism behind. Learn how mindful communication, respect, and balance foster a positive and productive workplace.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/keep-it-professional.aspxDirector's Corner,Human Resources,Leadership and Management,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/managers-tng.aspxAs AI transforms how work gets done, the role of managers is evolving too. Learn why tomorrow’s leaders will need to balance human expertise with digital tools to guide teams and drive success.Mark KoulianosThu, 04 Sep 2025 09:56:09 The Next Generation of ManagersAs AI transforms how work gets done, the role of managers is evolving too. Learn why tomorrow’s leaders will need to balance human expertise with digital tools to guide teams and drive success.A senior manager leading a team of junior managers in a meetinghttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/managers-tng.aspxDirector's Corner,Leadership and Managementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/root-out-toxicity.aspxWhen poor leadership goes unchecked, it impacts performance, retention, and culture. Learn why rooting out toxic behaviors is essential to creating a workplace where people feel safe, valued, and ready to lead.Mark KoulianosThu, 07 Aug 2025 00:32:23 Root Out Toxic Behaviors to Promote a Healthy CultureWhen poor leadership goes unchecked, it impacts performance, retention, and culture. Learn why rooting out toxic behaviors is essential to creating a workplace where people feel safe, valued, and ready to lead.Root Out Toxic Behaviors to Promote a Healthy Culturehttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/root-out-toxicity.aspxDirector's Corner,Leadership and Management,Professional Developmenthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/modeling-leadership.aspxAs the workplace evolves, developing young leadership is more important than ever. Learn how trust, communication, and clarity can empower rising professionals to lead with confidence and integrity.Mark KoulianosThu, 17 Jul 2025 15:13:09 Modeling Leadership for Young ProfessionalsAs the workplace evolves, developing young leadership is more important than ever. Learn how trust, communication, and clarity can empower rising professionals to lead with confidence and integrity.A young woman delivering a talk to a full auditoriumhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/modeling-leadership.aspxDirector's Corner,Human Resources,Leadership and Managementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/next-generation-leaders.aspxFewer young professionals are pursuing management roles, often due to concerns about work-life balance and outdated workplace dynamics. This article explores how employers and emerging leaders can reshape expectations and collaborate to build a sustainable leadership pipeline.Mark KoulianosFri, 20 Jun 2025 10:00:33 Encouraging the Next Generation of LeadersFewer young professionals are pursuing management roles, often due to concerns about work-life balance and outdated workplace dynamics. This article explores how employers and emerging leaders can reshape expectations and collaborate to build a sustainable leadership pipeline.A group of professionals learning togetherhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/next-generation-leaders.aspxDirector's Corner,Leadership and Managementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/welcome-acg.aspxUSF CTPE welcomed 14 graduate students from The American College of Greece for a week of digital media workshops and campus tours. Now in its third year, this international partnership reflects CTPE’s commitment to global workforce development. The visit highlights Greece’s growing role in digital innovation and the value of cross-cultural collaboration.Mark KoulianosThu, 22 May 2025 09:25:21 The American College of Greece visits USF!USF CTPE welcomed 14 graduate students from The American College of Greece for a week of digital media workshops and campus tours. Now in its third year, this international partnership reflects CTPE’s commitment to global workforce development. The visit highlights Greece’s growing role in digital innovation and the value of cross-cultural collaboration.A group of students from ACG standing in front of a large room wrapping screen with the USF and ACG logoshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/welcome-acg.aspxDirector's Corner,Sales and Marketing,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/ai-and-disciplines.aspxAI is transforming industries—but it can’t replace the human judgment essential to success. In this Director’s Corner piece, Mark Koulianos explains why critical thinking, project management, and process improvement are still vital in today’s evolving workplace. Learn why these human skills remain at the heart of smart decision-making.Mark KoulianosThu, 24 Apr 2025 10:05:32 Yes, AI Is a Game-Changer, but Don’t Forgo These DisciplinesAI is transforming industries—but it can’t replace the human judgment essential to success. In this Director’s Corner piece, Mark Koulianos explains why critical thinking, project management, and process improvement are still vital in today’s evolving workplace. Learn why these human skills remain at the heart of smart decision-making.Robotic Hand reaching out to Human Handhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/ai-and-disciplines.aspxDirector's Corner