https://www.usf.edu/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usSat, 05 Sep 2026 03:51:57 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-education.aspxJenifer Jasinski Schneider brings a distinguished record of leadership, research and service focused on literacy, creativity and student success.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:35:42 USF names new dean for the College of EducationJenifer Jasinski Schneider brings a distinguished record of leadership, research and service focused on literacy, creativity and student success.Jenifer Jasinski Schneider in a classroomhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-education.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Education,MyUSFhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/how-a-gamers-club-led-by-edu-is-transforming-stem-learning.aspxUSF researchers are demonstrating how to expand learning beyond the classroom, while also generating insights that may inform education more broadly.External ArticleTue, 21 Apr 2026 08:24:04 How a gamers club led by the College of Education is transforming STEM learningUSF researchers are demonstrating how to expand learning beyond the classroom, while also generating insights that may inform education more broadly.student uses vr sethttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/how-a-gamers-club-led-by-edu-is-transforming-stem-learning.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxNew research from the University of South Florida identified a growing interest among higher education institutions to incorporate work-based learning in cybersecurity programs to help close the gap between academic preparation and the needs of employers.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 08:45:20 New study finds work-based learning key to closing the cybersecurity skills gapNew research from the University of South Florida identified a growing interest among higher education institutions to incorporate work-based learning in cybersecurity programs to help close the gap between academic preparation and the needs of employers.Student interns shake hands at Reliaquesthttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/new-study-finds-work-based-learning-key-to-closing-the-cybersecurity-skills-gap.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Student SuccessCassidy Delamarter,College of Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-to-host-scripps-spelling-bee.aspxUSF hosts the Regional Scripps Spelling Bee for the first time, welcoming about 60 Tampa Bay students competing for a trip to nationals. Meet the USF professor helping keep the focus on the kids and their love of language.Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:56:56 USF to host Scripps Spelling BeeUSF hosts the Regional Scripps Spelling Bee for the first time, welcoming about 60 Tampa Bay students competing for a trip to nationals. Meet the USF professor helping keep the focus on the kids and their love of language.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-to-host-scripps-spelling-bee.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Education,Paul Guzzohttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/usf-college-of-education-students-giving-area-seniors-a-step-up-in-physical-fitness.aspxA free, student-led fitness program is changing what’s possible for older adults – boosting strength, confidence and even recovery after major health events.External ArticleThu, 08 Jan 2026 07:43:01 USF College of Education students giving area seniors a step up in physical fitnessA free, student-led fitness program is changing what’s possible for older adults – boosting strength, confidence and even recovery after major health events.Two older women and a coach play pickle ballhttps://www.usf.edu/education/news/2026/usf-college-of-education-students-giving-area-seniors-a-step-up-in-physical-fitness.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student SuccessCollege of Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-program-gives-homeschoolers-a-place-to-play-and-future-teachers-real-experience.aspxUSF’s Physical Education Teacher Education program turns gym time into a win‑win: homeschool kids get to run, jump, and try out new sports, while future PE teachers swap textbooks for whistles and real‑world practice. It’s like recess meets career training—fun for the kids, and a hands‑on playground for the majors learning to lead.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:52:41 USF program gives homeschoolers a place to play and future teachers real experienceUSF’s Physical Education Teacher Education program turns gym time into a win‑win: homeschool kids get to run, jump, and try out new sports, while future PE teachers swap textbooks for whistles and real‑world practice. It’s like recess meets career training—fun for the kids, and a hands‑on playground for the majors learning to lead.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-program-gives-homeschoolers-a-place-to-play-and-future-teachers-real-experience.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Education,Paul Guzzohttps://www.usf.edu/education/blog/2025/usf-equipping-k-12-teachers-with-tools-for-an-ai-powered-future.aspxIn a powerful step toward future-ready classrooms, nearly 250 Hillsborough County educators gathered at USF for a two-day training on integrating AI into K-12 education.External ArticleTue, 15 Jul 2025 08:34:24 USF equipping K-12 teachers with tools for an AI-powered futureIn a powerful step toward future-ready classrooms, nearly 250 Hillsborough County educators gathered at USF for a two-day training on integrating AI into K-12 education.Group of teachers sit at a tablehttps://www.usf.edu/education/blog/2025/usf-equipping-k-12-teachers-with-tools-for-an-ai-powered-future.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AIBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/education/blog/2025/from-usf-to-the-pros-meet-grad-student-and-soccer-star-vivianne-bessette-2025.aspxWhile pursuing a master’s degree in exercise science at USF, Vivianne Bessette helped lead Tampa Bay Sun FC to a championship title as a standout defender in the team’s inaugural season.External ArticleTue, 01 Jul 2025 11:04:01 From USF to the pros: Meet grad student and soccer star Vivianne BessetteWhile pursuing a master’s degree in exercise science at USF, Vivianne Bessette helped lead Tampa Bay Sun FC to a championship title as a standout defender in the team’s inaugural season.Vivianne Bessette playing soccer for the Tampa Bay Sun, about to kick the ball.https://www.usf.edu/education/blog/2025/from-usf-to-the-pros-meet-grad-student-and-soccer-star-vivianne-bessette-2025.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Education,MyUSFhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-is-helping-bring-ai-to-pre-k-12-classrooms.aspxTo prepare students for an AI-driven world, USF is helping teachers in Tampa Bay and across the country integrate AI into their classrooms.Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:00 USF is helping bring AI to Pre-K-12 classroomsTo prepare students for an AI-driven world, USF is helping teachers in Tampa Bay and across the country integrate AI into their classrooms.Students using virtual reality to create video gameshttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-is-helping-bring-ai-to-pre-k-12-classrooms.aspxCyber/AICassidy Delamarter,College of Educationhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/tammy-and-bennett-moscato.aspxMother and son Tammy and Bennett Moscato attended USF together. Now, they are both graduating this spring.Fri, 02 May 2025 08:41:37 Tammy and Bennett MoscatoMother and son Tammy and Bennett Moscato attended USF together. Now, they are both graduating this spring.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/tammy-and-bennett-moscato.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Education,Department of Psychology,Paul Guzzohttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-alumni-drive-ai-classroom-innovation-with-virtual-assistants-for-k-12-teachers.aspxWith support from USF alumni, a USF graduate is revolutionizing education through her company that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized learning experiences for students.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:43:03 USF alumni drive AI classroom innovation with virtual assistants for K-12 teachersWith support from USF alumni, a USF graduate is revolutionizing education through her company that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized learning experiences for students.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-alumni-drive-ai-classroom-innovation-with-virtual-assistants-for-k-12-teachers.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AI,Student SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Education,Muma College of Business,MyUSF,Paul Guzzohttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/underwater-robotics-workshop-empowers-stem-educators-to-inspire-future-innovators.aspxMiddle and high school STEM teachers from across the state of Florida came to USF to build and test remotely operated vehicles and learn more about the world of underwater robotics and engineering.External ArticleWed, 29 Jan 2025 14:38:26 USF's underwater robotics workshop empowers Florida educators to inspire future innovatorsMiddle and high school STEM teachers from across the state of Florida came to USF to build and test remotely operated vehicles and learn more about the world of underwater robotics and engineering.Florida teachers work with underwater drones in a labhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/underwater-robotics-workshop-empowers-stem-educators-to-inspire-future-innovators.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Education,USF St. Petersburg