https://www.usf.edu/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usMon, 20 Jul 2026 18:17:02 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/daniela-zamora-alviarez-selected-wilcox-outstanding-graduate.aspxThe USF College of Engineering student received several awards for her work to advance energy-efficient computing through research in nanotechnology and materials science.External ArticleThu, 07 May 2026 09:49:07 Daniela Zamora Alviarez selected as USF’s 2026 Ralph C. Wilcox Outstanding GraduateThe USF College of Engineering student received several awards for her work to advance energy-efficient computing through research in nanotechnology and materials science.Daniela Zamore Alviarezhttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/daniela-zamora-alviarez-selected-wilcox-outstanding-graduate.aspxHonors and Awards,Student SuccessCollege of Engineering,Judy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/marine-biology-student-selected-noaa-hollings-scholar.aspxThe scholarship provides not only a summer research experience, but also academic scholarships, mentorship, conference funding and professional development opportunities.External ArticleFri, 24 Apr 2026 08:41:07 USF marine biology student selected as NOAA Hollings ScholarThe scholarship provides not only a summer research experience, but also academic scholarships, mentorship, conference funding and professional development opportunities.Student gives the go bulls hand signal near the waterhttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/marine-biology-student-selected-noaa-hollings-scholar.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Marine Science,Judy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxComputer science major Caleb Fernandes and applied mathematics and biomedical sciences major Diya Upadhyaya were awarded the honor, which is considered the nation’s highest for undergraduate research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.External ArticleMon, 06 Apr 2026 08:23:53 Two USF students named Goldwater ScholarsComputer science major Caleb Fernandes and applied mathematics and biomedical sciences major Diya Upadhyaya were awarded the honor, which is considered the nation’s highest for undergraduate research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.Caleb Fernandes and USF College of Arts and Sciences student Diya Upadhyaya https://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2026/two-usf-students-named-2026-goldwater-scholars.aspxStudent SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Arts and Sciences,Judy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/going-for-goldwater-usf-students-share-research-behind-the-scholarship.aspxFrom 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.External ArticleThu, 26 Feb 2026 14:31:47 Going for Goldwater: USF students share research behind the scholarshipFrom 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.Three USF studentshttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/going-for-goldwater-usf-students-share-research-behind-the-scholarship.aspxStudent SuccessJudy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/we-want-to-be-the-best-honors-college-leaders-share-bold-vision-during-usfs-70th-anniversary.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College reflects on its contributions to the University of South Florida as past and present leaders share a bold vision for continued growth in student success, undergraduate research and interdisciplinary education.External ArticleMon, 02 Feb 2026 09:07:51 'We want to be the best': Honors College leaders share bold vision during USF’s 70th anniversaryThe Judy Genshaft Honors College reflects on its contributions to the University of South Florida as past and present leaders share a bold vision for continued growth in student success, undergraduate research and interdisciplinary education.Chuck Adams, Stuart Silverman and Judy Genshafthttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2026/we-want-to-be-the-best-honors-college-leaders-share-bold-vision-during-usfs-70th-anniversary.aspx70th AnniversaryJudy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2025/usf-students-set-record-for-most-gilman-scholars-in-a-fall-cycle.aspxConsistently ranked No. 1 in Florida, USF sets a new record with 20 USF students selected to travel the world as as Gilman scholars.External ArticleWed, 17 Dec 2025 08:48:54 USF students set record for most Gilman scholars in a fall cycleConsistently ranked No. 1 in Florida, USF sets a new record with 20 USF students selected to travel the world as as Gilman scholars.Woman stands on USF campus holding a passporthttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2025/usf-students-set-record-for-most-gilman-scholars-in-a-fall-cycle.aspxStudent SuccessJudy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2025/usf-achieves-record-cohort-of-15-united-nations-millennium-fellows.aspxThe University of South Florida reached a new milestone with 15 students selected for the 2025 United Nations Millennium Fellowship, where they will receive leadership training and carry out social impact projects addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals.External ArticleWed, 10 Sep 2025 11:31:47 USF achieves record cohort of 15 United Nations Millennium FellowsThe University of South Florida reached a new milestone with 15 students selected for the 2025 United Nations Millennium Fellowship, where they will receive leadership training and carry out social impact projects addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals.Collage of students under graphic that says, "Millennium Fellowship"https://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2025/usf-achieves-record-cohort-of-15-united-nations-millennium-fellows.aspxStudent SuccessJudy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-student-helping-shape-the-future-of-national-security.aspxFor May Birch, national security isn’t just a field of study—it’s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.Mon, 09 Jun 2025 08:00:00 From classroom to command: USF student helping shape the future of national securityFor May Birch, national security isn’t just a field of study—it’s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.A photo of student May Birch showing the 'go bulls' hand gesture. Graphic text says, Boundless Bulls.https://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-student-helping-shape-the-future-of-national-security.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Global and National Security Institute,Judy Genshaft Honors College,MyUSF,Torie Dollhttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2025/four-usf-students-named-2025-goldwater-scholars.aspxUSF juniors Abdul-Malik Zekri, Benjamin Barrera-Altuna, Peter Alspaugh and Taylor Rand were selected for the Goldwater Scholarship, making USF the leader in Florida for the nation’s highest honor in undergraduate STEM research.External ArticleFri, 04 Apr 2025 14:59:06 USF achieves all-time high with four students named Goldwater ScholarsUSF juniors Abdul-Malik Zekri, Benjamin Barrera-Altuna, Peter Alspaugh and Taylor Rand were selected for the Goldwater Scholarship, making USF the leader in Florida for the nation’s highest honor in undergraduate STEM research.USF students Abdul-Malik Zekri, Benjamin Barrera-Altuna, Peter Alspaugh, and Taylor Randhttps://www.usf.edu/ons/news/2025/four-usf-students-named-2025-goldwater-scholars.aspxStudent SuccessJudy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxUSF women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:44:00 USF women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and moreUSF women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.USF women's lacrosse gamehttps://www.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsAAU,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Nursing,Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering,Department of Criminology,Judy Genshaft Honors College,Muma College of Business,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,USF Athletics,USF Health,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Communicationshttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2025/speaker-of-uk-house-of-commons-meets-honors-students.aspxThe Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the UK House of Commons, recently joined USF Judy Genshaft Honors College students remotely from the Palace of Westminster. During the spirited Q&A, students engaged with the global leader on pressing issues facing democracies today.External ArticleWed, 29 Jan 2025 11:41:46 Speaker of the UK House of Commons Meets with USF Honors College Students for Q&AThe Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the UK House of Commons, recently joined USF Judy Genshaft Honors College students remotely from the Palace of Westminster. During the spirited Q&A, students engaged with the global leader on pressing issues facing democracies today.Image of students talking with speakerhttps://www.usf.edu/honors/news/2025/speaker-of-uk-house-of-commons-meets-honors-students.aspxUniversity NewsJudy Genshaft Honors Collegehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/dana-smith-boundless-bulls.aspxWhile Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great-grandmother growing up, she mostly knew her as a family member who suffered from dementia. That experience inspired Smith as a USF student to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training study.External ArticleTue, 10 Sep 2024 14:44:20 Great-grandmother inspires USF student to conduct dementia researchWhile Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great-grandmother growing up, she mostly knew her as a family member who suffered from dementia. That experience inspired Smith as a USF student to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training study.Photo of Dana Smith with the Boundless Bulls graphichttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/dana-smith-boundless-bulls.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Judy Genshaft Honors College,MyUSF,USF St. Petersburg