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USF recognized by Forbes as one of America’s top large employers for second consecutive year
The University of South Florida is one of the country’s best large employers, according to a new list released by Forbes. USF is the only public or private university in Florida to make the list.
February 13, 2026Honors and Awards
Tampa Bay region’s members of Congress secure $14 million in new funding for seven projects at USF
The University of South Florida will receive more than $14 million in new resources as part of the federal spending package enacted in recent weeks. The funds were secured for the university as the result of the work by members of Congress who represent the Tampa Bay area to identify and advance local projects that benefit the region, state and nation.
February 12, 2026Spotlights
USF ranks among top 20 public universities for new patents in 2025
The University of South Florida has reaffirmed its position as one of the nation’s most innovative research institutions, earning a place among the top 20 public universities for producing U.S. utility patents, according to annual rankings released today by the National Academy of Inventors.
February 12, 2026Research and Innovation
Professor Fred Mannering elected to the National Academy of Engineering
Fred Mannering, professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and executive director of the University of South Florida’s Center for Urban Transportation Research, has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering.
February 11, 2026Honors and Awards
USF Health launches nation’s first fully integrated institute for voice, hearing and swallowing care and research
The USF Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation is the first in the nation to bring together multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for disorders of communication and swallowing in a single, fully integrated space.
February 6, 2026Research and Innovation
USF earns national distinction as a leading producer of Fulbright Scholars
USF is the only public university in Florida to be recognized as a Top Producer of Fulbright Scholars this year. The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s premier international academic exchange program, providing faculty the opportunity to study, teach and conduct research abroad.
February 5, 2026Honors and Awards
How USF’s digital foundations paved the way for the Bellini College
As USF marks its 70th anniversary, a look back at the launch of usf.edu reveals how early digital innovation helped shape the university’s future.
February 3, 2026Events
A foundation for the future: How the College of Arts and Sciences helped USF take shape
As USF celebrates 70 years since its founding, the College of Arts and Sciences is reflecting on the role it played in shaping USF’s past, present and future as one of the most research-intensive universities.
January 28, 2026Events
USF online graduate programs rise significantly, place among the nation’s best in new U.S. News rankings
All four USF programs ranked in the 2026 Best Online Graduate Programs by U.S. News & World Report improved from last year and are inside the top 35 among public universities, including one USF program in the top 15 and another jumping into the top 20.
January 27, 2026Honors and Awards
New report finds USF’s economic impact nears $10 billion annually across Florida, including $7 billion in Tampa Bay
The University of South Florida today shared results from a new report that assesses the impact of the university on the regional and state economy. According to the analysis, USF generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion across Florida, including $7 billion in the Tampa Bay region.
January 26, 2026Spotlights
USF climbs to its highest position ever in U.S. News rankings
The University of South Florida has reached an all-time high in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best colleges. In the rankings released today, USF is No. 88 overall among all public or private universities in America, up from No. 91 last year. USF also rose to No. 43 among public universities, up two spots from last year, and inside the top 50 for the seventh year in a row. Over the past 10 years, USF has risen an impressive 40 spots among public universities from No. 83 to No. 43, and 71 spots among all universities, from No. 159 to No. 88.
September 23, 2025Honors and Awards
Provost Mohapatra on Inside USF: what’s next for USF’s bold trajectory
In a recent Inside USF podcast episode, Provost Prasant Mohapatra describes the extensive efforts underway as the college gears up to welcome its first students this fall. He also reveals plans for a high-profile AI-cybersecurity conference and dives into several other transformational initiatives, including new degree programs in aerospace-aeronautical engineering and design and construction management.
June 5, 2025Spotlights