https://www.usf.edu/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usWed, 16 Sep 2026 05:08:24 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-opens-expanded-college-of-nursing-facility-to-strengthen-floridas-healthcare-workforce.aspxThe new facility will grow nursing enrollment and enhance hands-on clinical education at USF, helping to better address the state and region’s urgent need for nurses.Story by Cody Hawley; Photos by Freddie Coleman; Video by Taylor ClarkFri, 14 Aug 2026 13:06:29 USF opens expanded College of Nursing facility to strengthen Florida’s healthcare workforceThe new facility will grow nursing enrollment and enhance hands-on clinical education at USF, helping to better address the state and region’s urgent need for nurses.USF leaders cut the ribbon on the newly expanded College of Nursing facility https://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-opens-expanded-college-of-nursing-facility-to-strengthen-floridas-healthcare-workforce.aspxCollege of Nursinghttps://www.usf.edu/health/nursing/news/2026/mobull-nurse-med-clinic-partnerships.aspxLaunched in 2023 through a four-year grant, The USF College of Nursing's Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic became a lifeline for communities distanced from traditional healthcare.External ArticleWed, 15 Jul 2026 14:15:06 USF Mo-Bull clinic expands access to care through partnerships with Tampa Bay Downs and community organizationsLaunched in 2023 through a four-year grant, The USF College of Nursing's Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic became a lifeline for communities distanced from traditional healthcare.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/nursing/news/2026/mobull-nurse-med-clinic-partnerships.aspxCollege of Nursinghttps://www.usf.edu/health/nursing/news/2026/road-to-graduation-jennie-norton.aspxNursing has been central to Jennie Norton’s life since she was a child. Always ready with a bandage when someone skinned their knee or stubbed their toe, her family affectionately called her “Nurse Nancy,” a nickname adopted from the Golden Books series of the same name. As Norton prepares to graduate from the USF Health College of Nursing, she is ready to write her own story.External ArticleFri, 01 May 2026 20:07:16 Rising Bull in Health: Jennie NortonNursing has been central to Jennie Norton’s life since she was a child. Always ready with a bandage when someone skinned their knee or stubbed their toe, her family affectionately called her “Nurse Nancy,” a nickname adopted from the Golden Books series of the same name. As Norton prepares to graduate from the USF Health College of Nursing, she is ready to write her own story.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/nursing/news/2026/road-to-graduation-jennie-norton.aspxCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicinehttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-health-programs-rise-across-the-board-in-us-news-rankings.aspxIn a sweep of strong results, every USF Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in Florida. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:41 USF Health posts broad gains in new U.S. News rankings, led by Tier 1 designation for medicineIn a sweep of strong results, every USF Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in Florida. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.Tier 1 two years in a rowhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-health-programs-rise-across-the-board-in-us-news-rankings.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy,Taneja College of Pharmacyhttps://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxUniversity of South Florida faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.External ArticleThu, 26 Mar 2026 00:25:37 Five USF faculty named 2025 fellows of American Association for the Advancement of ScienceUniversity of South Florida faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxCollege of Nursing,Honors & Awardshttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxThe University of South Florida increased its research activity to $531 million in fiscal year 2025 – a rise from last year and a 15% jump over the last two years – reinforcing the university’s upward trajectory in an increasingly competitive national funding environment.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 15:54:15 USF research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standingThe University of South Florida increased its research activity to $531 million in fiscal year 2025 – a rise from last year and a 15% jump over the last two years – reinforcing the university’s upward trajectory in an increasingly competitive national funding environment.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxCollege of Nursing,Researchhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/ideas-converge-at-usf-health-research-day.aspxThis year's event brought together a record-setting 524 presenters and more than 500 research projects, showcasing collaboration and collision of ideas across the USF Health colleges of medicine, nursing, pharmacy and public health.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:52:44 At USF Health Research Day, ideas converge to shape the future of healthThis year's event brought together a record-setting 524 presenters and more than 500 research projects, showcasing collaboration and collision of ideas across the USF Health colleges of medicine, nursing, pharmacy and public health.Group shot at USF Health Research Dayhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/ideas-converge-at-usf-health-research-day.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Research,Taneja College of Pharmacyhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/at-2026.aspxAs the first program in the nation housed within a College of Medicine, USF prepares future athletic trainers to lead in sports, health care and beyond.Ryan RossyMon, 02 Mar 2026 08:46:14 Athletic Training at USF is preparing the next generation of leadersAs the first program in the nation housed within a College of Medicine, USF prepares future athletic trainers to lead in sports, health care and beyond.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/at-2026.aspxCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicinehttps://www.usf.edu/health/nursing/news/2026/usf-nursing-kenan-trust.aspxThe University of South Florida (USF) College of Nursing has received a transformational $2 million gift from the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust to establish the “Second Degree Nursing Success Scholarship.”External ArticleWed, 28 Jan 2026 11:43:47 USF College of Nursing awarded $2 million gift from William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust to support Second Degree Nursing StudentsThe University of South Florida (USF) College of Nursing has received a transformational $2 million gift from the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust to establish the “Second Degree Nursing Success Scholarship.”University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/nursing/news/2026/usf-nursing-kenan-trust.aspxCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicinehttps://www.usf.edu/health/nursing/news/2025/fcnimpact2025.aspxThe Florida Center for Nursing (FCN), headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing, released its 2025 Impact Report today, highlighting a year of expanded outreach and data-driven initiatives designed to strengthen Florida’s nursing workforceExternal ArticleFri, 09 Jan 2026 15:39:13 The Florida Center for Nursing releases 2025 Impact Report showing expanded reachThe Florida Center for Nursing (FCN), headquartered at the University of South Florida College of Nursing, released its 2025 Impact Report today, highlighting a year of expanded outreach and data-driven initiatives designed to strengthen Florida’s nursing workforceUniversity of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/nursing/news/2025/fcnimpact2025.aspxCollege of Nursinghttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2025/usf-health-ipe-day-2025.aspxMore than 1,200 participants joined in person and online at the University of South Florida Marshall Student Center on Nov. 12 for USF Health’s annual celebration of teamwork and collaboration, an event where disciplines collide and real-world health solutions take shape.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanTue, 18 Nov 2025 10:23:10 Bridging borders and disciplines: USF Health hosts 2025 Interprofessional Education DayMore than 1,200 participants joined in person and online at the University of South Florida Marshall Student Center on Nov. 12 for USF Health’s annual celebration of teamwork and collaboration, an event where disciplines collide and real-world health solutions take shape.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2025/usf-health-ipe-day-2025.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,PA Program,Patient Care,Physical Therapy,Taneja College of Pharmacyhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/nursing-education-expands-on-campus-and-in-st-petersburg-with-new-bachelor-program.aspxUSF College of Nursing will offer a four-year bachelor's degree program in the Fall of 2026 on the USF St. Petersburg campus for incoming freshman that prepares students to become nurse generalists.External ArticleTue, 07 Oct 2025 13:04:15 USF expands nursing education with new bachelor's program on the St. Petersburg campusUSF College of Nursing will offer a four-year bachelor's degree program in the Fall of 2026 on the USF St. Petersburg campus for incoming freshman that prepares students to become nurse generalists.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/nursing-education-expands-on-campus-and-in-st-petersburg-with-new-bachelor-program.aspxCollege of Nursing