https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSat, 05 Sep 2026 13:31:57 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/preserving-critical-thinking.aspxAI can be a great co-pilot, but you still need to know where you’re going. This piece looks at why critical thinking matters more in an AI-driven workplace and how professionals can use new tools without letting their own problem-solving skills go on autopilot.Mark KoulianosThu, 27 Aug 2026 13:34:55 Preserving Critical Thinking in an AI-Driven WorldAI can be a great co-pilot, but you still need to know where you’re going. This piece looks at why critical thinking matters more in an AI-driven workplace and how professionals can use new tools without letting their own problem-solving skills go on autopilot.a woman's mind exploding with creative ideashttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/preserving-critical-thinking.aspxDirector's Corner,InfoSec,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/ready-for-ai.aspxBefore asking what AI can do, ask whether the process is worth automating. This piece looks at why fixing workflows first helps AI become an accelerator for improvement instead of a faster way to repeat the same problems.Mark KoulianosThu, 13 Aug 2026 13:04:24 Is Your Process Ready for AI?Before asking what AI can do, ask whether the process is worth automating. This piece looks at why fixing workflows first helps AI become an accelerator for improvement instead of a faster way to repeat the same problems.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/ready-for-ai.aspxDirector's Corner,Process Improvement,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/pm-for-today.aspxProject management is a universal skill set, and this redesigned certificate reflects that reality. This article explains how USF updated the program with practical AI integration, applied scenarios, and modern learning design to help professionals plan, communicate, manage risk, and deliver results in any field.Paul CapelloThu, 09 Apr 2026 13:31:10 Redesigning Project Management Education for Today’s WorldProject management is a universal skill set, and this redesigned certificate reflects that reality. This article explains how USF updated the program with practical AI integration, applied scenarios, and modern learning design to help professionals plan, communicate, manage risk, and deliver results in any field.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/pm-for-today.aspxProject Management,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/human-centric-management.aspxSpreadsheets don’t do the work. People do. This piece makes the case for people-first management that builds trust, supports growth, and drives better results without turning leadership into a command-and-control routine.George TsongranisThu, 09 Apr 2026 11:01:34 A Case for Human-Centric ManagementSpreadsheets don’t do the work. People do. This piece makes the case for people-first management that builds trust, supports growth, and drives better results without turning leadership into a command-and-control routine.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/human-centric-management.aspxLeadership and Management,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/gamification.aspxFrom classrooms to corporate training, gamification helps learners stay focused and energized. Learn how game-like features enhance learning—and why balance matters for true effectiveness.George TsongranisThu, 04 Dec 2025 10:17:02 How Gamification Motivates Modern LearnersFrom classrooms to corporate training, gamification helps learners stay focused and energized. Learn how game-like features enhance learning—and why balance matters for true effectiveness.Gamification Charthttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/gamification.aspxLeadership and Management,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/ai-transforming-workforce.aspxAI is already transforming the workplace, making upskilling more important than ever. USF CTPE offers targeted programs to help professionals and organizations adapt, compete, and thrive in an evolving digital economy.George TsongranisMon, 07 Jul 2025 16:06:58 How AI Is Already Transforming the WorkforceAI is already transforming the workplace, making upskilling more important than ever. USF CTPE offers targeted programs to help professionals and organizations adapt, compete, and thrive in an evolving digital economy.An orange clad worker sitting at several screenshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/ai-transforming-workforce.aspxLeadership and Management,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/online-learning.aspxTrying to juggle work, life, and personal growth? You’re not alone. USF CTPE’s online programs make it possible to learn at your pace, on your time, with expert-led courses built for working professionals.George TsongranisMon, 07 Jul 2025 15:40:06 Make the Most of Online LearningTrying to juggle work, life, and personal growth? You’re not alone. USF CTPE’s online programs make it possible to learn at your pace, on your time, with expert-led courses built for working professionals.A student watching an online lecturehttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/online-learning.aspxProfessional Development,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/digital-marketing.aspxDigital marketing is more than just ads and analytics—it’s a strategic, creative, and in-demand field driving results across industries. This article explores the tools, skills, and mindset successful digital marketers use to reach the right audiences and deliver bottom-line value. Plus, learn how USF’s 10-week Digital Marketing Certification can help you break into the field or level up your expertise.George TsongranisThu, 12 Jun 2025 11:06:34 Digital Marketing - A Career for Today, a Career for the FutureDigital marketing is more than just ads and analytics—it’s a strategic, creative, and in-demand field driving results across industries. This article explores the tools, skills, and mindset successful digital marketers use to reach the right audiences and deliver bottom-line value. Plus, learn how USF’s 10-week Digital Marketing Certification can help you break into the field or level up your expertise.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/digital-marketing.aspxBusiness,Sales and Marketing,Technologyhttps://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/2024/ctpe-helps-meet-growing-demand-for-skilled-cyber-security-professionals.aspxAs threats to cybersecurity and national security rise around the globe, the demand for skilled professionals who can mitigate these critical concerns is greater than ever.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 19 Dec 2024 09:37:47 USF’s Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education helps meet growing demand for skilled cyber and national security professionalsAs threats to cybersecurity and national security rise around the globe, the demand for skilled professionals who can mitigate these critical concerns is greater than ever.a group of cyber security professionals sit in a round table talking on top of a graphic that says cyber and national security programshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/ctpe-helps-meet-growing-demand-for-skilled-cyber-security-professionals.aspxTechnologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/usf-ctpe-provides-microsoft-outlook-with-ai.aspxWhile many people turn to USF for popular certification or training programs, more and more corporations are turning to the CTPE team to design custom workshops based on employee or member needs. The team recently delivered a special training on Microsoft Outlook with AI at the Professional Assistants to Educational Leaders (PAEL) Institute.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 28 Jun 2024 13:05:57 USF CTPE provides Microsoft Outlook with AI training at Professional Assistants to Educational Leaders InstituteWhile many people turn to USF for popular certification or training programs, more and more corporations are turning to the CTPE team to design custom workshops based on employee or member needs. The team recently delivered a special training on Microsoft Outlook with AI at the Professional Assistants to Educational Leaders (PAEL) Institute.headshot of dana holmes-jenkinshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/usf-ctpe-provides-microsoft-outlook-with-ai.aspxTechnologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2023/what-is-semiconductor-technology-and-why-is-it-important.aspxWhat do rice cookers, LED lighting displays, gaming devices, and blood pressure monitors have in common? All of these devices use semiconductors.Haley DeLeonTue, 11 Apr 2023 11:57:00 What is Semiconductor Technology and Why Is It Important?What do rice cookers, LED lighting displays, gaming devices, and blood pressure monitors have in common? All of these devices use semiconductors.Two men sitting at desks with laptops, computers, and semiconductor technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2023/what-is-semiconductor-technology-and-why-is-it-important.aspxBusiness,Technology