https://www.usf.edu/honors/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usMon, 11 May 2026 10:41:06 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/usf-welcomes-new-phi-beta-kappa-society-members-during-milestone-250th-anniversary.aspxThe University of South Florida celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Phi Beta Kappa Society by inducting a new group of high-achieving students, recognizing their academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to the liberal arts and sciences.Anna MinksTue, 05 May 2026 11:33:15 USF Welcomes New Phi Beta Kappa Society Members During Milestone 250th AnniversaryThe University of South Florida celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Phi Beta Kappa Society by inducting a new group of high-achieving students, recognizing their academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to the liberal arts and sciences.Phi Beta Kappa inductees sitting in Honors atrium with their stoleshttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/usf-welcomes-new-phi-beta-kappa-society-members-during-milestone-250th-anniversary.aspxAccoladeshttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/daniela-zamora-alviarez-selected-wilcox-outstanding-graduate.aspxCollege of Engineering student Daniela Zamora Alviarez was recognized as the 2026 Wilcox Outstanding Graduate and received the USF Golden Bull Award, the GEM Fellowship, and the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship in recognition of her work to advance energy-efficient computing through research in nanotechnology and materials science.External ArticleTue, 05 May 2026 09:23:03 Daniela Zamora Alviarez Selected as USF’s 2026 Ralph C. Wilcox Outstanding GraduateCollege of Engineering student Daniela Zamora Alviarez was recognized as the 2026 Wilcox Outstanding Graduate and received the USF Golden Bull Award, the GEM Fellowship, and the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship in recognition of her work to advance energy-efficient computing through research in nanotechnology and materials science.Daniela Zamora Alviarez sitting outside on a bench with her arms crossedhttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/daniela-zamora-alviarez-selected-wilcox-outstanding-graduate.aspxAccoladeshttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/marine-biology-student-selected-noaa-hollings-scholar.aspxSecond-year USF College of Arts and Sciences and Judy Genshaft Honors College student Mckenzie Newbern will intern with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in summer 2027 after building a solid foundation working on oyster restoration projects in the Tampa Bay region.External ArticleThu, 23 Apr 2026 10:43:22 USF Marine Biology Student Mckenzie Newbern Selected as NOAA Hollings ScholarSecond-year USF College of Arts and Sciences and Judy Genshaft Honors College student Mckenzie Newbern will intern with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in summer 2027 after building a solid foundation working on oyster restoration projects in the Tampa Bay region.USF student Mckenzie Newbern stands on Bayboro Harbor holding an oyster brick and doing the "go Bulls" hand signhttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/marine-biology-student-selected-noaa-hollings-scholar.aspxAccoladeshttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/hanan-ibrahim-selected-as-usfs-first-luce-scholar.aspxUSF Judy Genshaft Honors College and College of Arts and Sciences alum Hanan Ibrahim will spend a year abroad studying Afro-Asian culture and language as a Luce Scholar. A current National Cancer Institute Fellow studying at the intersection of health and humanities, Ibrahim seeks to develop treatment for disease that is scientifically sound and culturally grounded.External ArticleMon, 13 Apr 2026 13:12:59 Hanan Ibrahim Selected as USF’s First Luce ScholarUSF Judy Genshaft Honors College and College of Arts and Sciences alum Hanan Ibrahim will spend a year abroad studying Afro-Asian culture and language as a Luce Scholar. A current National Cancer Institute Fellow studying at the intersection of health and humanities, Ibrahim seeks to develop treatment for disease that is scientifically sound and culturally grounded.Hanan Ibrahim headshothttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/hanan-ibrahim-selected-as-usfs-first-luce-scholar.aspxAccolades,Alumni and Friendshttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxUniversity of South Florida third-year students Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya have been awarded the nation’s highest honor for undergraduate STEM research, the Goldwater Scholarship. Continuing its remarkable research growth, USF has now produced at least one Goldwater Scholar every year since 2018.External ArticleFri, 03 Apr 2026 09:12:57 Two USF Students Named 2026 Goldwater ScholarsUniversity of South Florida third-year students Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya have been awarded the nation’s highest honor for undergraduate STEM research, the Goldwater Scholarship. Continuing its remarkable research growth, USF has now produced at least one Goldwater Scholar every year since 2018.Caleb Fernandes and Diya Upadhyaya show their bull spirit on a bench outside the Judy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxAccoladeshttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/usf-named-25-year-top-producer-of-gilman-scholars.aspxThe University of South Florida was recognized as one of the top 25 producers of Gilman Scholars in the United States, highlighting the university’s commitment to access, experiential learning and global opportunities for students.External ArticleFri, 13 Mar 2026 00:28:57 USF Named 25-Year Top Producer of Gilman ScholarsThe University of South Florida was recognized as one of the top 25 producers of Gilman Scholars in the United States, highlighting the university’s commitment to access, experiential learning and global opportunities for students.Gilman Scholar Collage with 25 Top Producer Logohttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/usf-named-25-year-top-producer-of-gilman-scholars.aspxAccoladeshttps://www.usf.edu/world/news/2026/fulbright-breakfast.aspxThe University of South Florida celebrated its Fulbright faculty, administrators, and international scholars at the 2026 Fulbright Awards & Celebration at the Judy Genshaft Honors College. The ceremony not only recognized the vital role international exchange plays in shaping global learning and deepening cross-cultural understanding.External ArticleWed, 04 Mar 2026 15:52:54 USF Celebrates Faculty and International Scholars at Fulbright BreakfastThe University of South Florida celebrated its Fulbright faculty, administrators, and international scholars at the 2026 Fulbright Awards & Celebration at the Judy Genshaft Honors College. The ceremony not only recognized the vital role international exchange plays in shaping global learning and deepening cross-cultural understanding.Fulbright Scholars show bull pride with President Limayem https://www.usf.edu/world/news/2026/fulbright-breakfast.aspxAccolades,Eventshttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/nico-lavaud-boren-scholar-experience-in-senegal.aspxFrom a summer classroom in Gainesville to the beaches of Dakar, USF College of Arts and Sciences and Judy Genshaft Honors College student Nico Lavaud shares his firsthand account of receiving the Boren Scholarship to study French for two semesters through the African Flagship Languages Initiative.External ArticleMon, 23 Feb 2026 16:08:38 Nico Lavaud’s Boren Scholar Experience in SenegalFrom a summer classroom in Gainesville to the beaches of Dakar, USF College of Arts and Sciences and Judy Genshaft Honors College student Nico Lavaud shares his firsthand account of receiving the Boren Scholarship to study French for two semesters through the African Flagship Languages Initiative.Nico Lavaud at the beach in Senegalhttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/nico-lavaud-boren-scholar-experience-in-senegal.aspxAccolades,Communityhttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/going-for-goldwater-usf-students-share-research-behind-the-scholarship.aspx2025 Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients Taylor Rand, Abdul-Malik Zekri, and Peter Alspaugh are breaking boundaries in natural sciences, neuroscience, and mathematics research. From studying insect ecosystems in Florida woodlands to building 3D models of neurons and advancing mathematical theory, their work reflects the depth and ambition of undergraduate research at USF.Anna MinksFri, 20 Feb 2026 15:06:02 Going for Goldwater: USF Students Share Research Behind the Scholarship2025 Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients Taylor Rand, Abdul-Malik Zekri, and Peter Alspaugh are breaking boundaries in natural sciences, neuroscience, and mathematics research. From studying insect ecosystems in Florida woodlands to building 3D models of neurons and advancing mathematical theory, their work reflects the depth and ambition of undergraduate research at USF.Peter Alspaugh, Taylor Rand, and Abdul-Malik Zekri in Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/going-for-goldwater-usf-students-share-research-behind-the-scholarship.aspxAccoladeshttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/usf-honors-student-leaders-appointed-to-national-collegiate-honors-council-roles.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College will continue its strong national presence in student leadership with the National Collegiate Honors Council. Ava Tucker is joining the NCHC Board of Directors as Mykyta Nechaiev transitions into a new role on the organization’s governance committee.Anna MinksThu, 12 Feb 2026 09:49:52 USF Honors Student Leaders Appointed to National Collegiate Honors Council RolesThe Judy Genshaft Honors College will continue its strong national presence in student leadership with the National Collegiate Honors Council. Ava Tucker is joining the NCHC Board of Directors as Mykyta Nechaiev transitions into a new role on the organization’s governance committee.Ava Tucker and Dean Adams in Honors buildinghttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/usf-honors-student-leaders-appointed-to-national-collegiate-honors-council-roles.aspxAccolades,Communityhttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2025/year-in-review-the-top-honors-stories-of-2025.aspxFrom record applications to national recognition, expanded community partnerships, and new student programs, 2025 set a new standard for excellence at the Judy Genshaft Honors College. Here is a look back at some of the most impactful moments and stories that defined the college throughout the year.Anna MinksFri, 19 Dec 2025 13:01:33 Year in Review: The Top Honors Stories of 2025From record applications to national recognition, expanded community partnerships, and new student programs, 2025 set a new standard for excellence at the Judy Genshaft Honors College. Here is a look back at some of the most impactful moments and stories that defined the college throughout the year.2025 Honors Year in Review graphichttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2025/year-in-review-the-top-honors-stories-of-2025.aspxAccolades,Alumni and Friendshttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2025/honors-college-sends-class-of-fall-2025-into-their-next-chapter.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated 121 new University of South Florida graduates with a dedicated ceremony for Honors graduates on Dec. 11. One of the largest and most accomplished fall graduating classes in college history, students were recognized for outstanding achievements in research, leadership, service, global citizenship, and more.Anna MinksFri, 12 Dec 2025 14:10:25 Honors College Sends Class of Fall 2025 Into Their Next ChapterThe Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated 121 new University of South Florida graduates with a dedicated ceremony for Honors graduates on Dec. 11. One of the largest and most accomplished fall graduating classes in college history, students were recognized for outstanding achievements in research, leadership, service, global citizenship, and more.Fall 2025 Honors graduates on amphitheater steps outside Honors building with Honors deans, Judy Genshaft, and Steve Greenbaumhttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2025/honors-college-sends-class-of-fall-2025-into-their-next-chapter.aspxAccolades,Events