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Global engagement takes center stage at USF International Business Forum
The Tampa Bay region’s emergence as one of the nation’s fastest rising destinations for international business and foreign direct investment was on full display at the University of South Florida’s Third Annual International Business Forum.
April 9, 2026Events
USF to host stopover for the iconic Ocean Race
For the first time, St. Pete-Clearwater will serve as a stopover for The Ocean Race, an elite sport that serves to advance marine science, education, and protection.
March 18, 2026Events
First St. Patrick’s Day celebration dates back to 1600 in Florida
In 2018, USF historian J. Michael Francis uncovered that the first known celebration of St. Patrick took place not in New York City or Boston or even Ireland, but St. Augustine, Fla.
March 16, 2026Events
Global Virus Network opens International Headquarters at University of South Florida
The GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership.
March 9, 2026Events
CGS student and scholar recognized at USF’s Fulbright celebration
Dean Philippidis greets the new USF President Limayem at the Fulbright Breakfast, where PCGS student and Fulbright scholar Tasnim Diana was recognized.
USF celebrates faculty and international scholars at Fulbright Breakfast
The 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.
March 4, 2026Events, Faculty & Staff, Scholars
SWIRL student scholars present at the Florida Undergraduate Research Leadership Summit
Sirinandini Amperayani and Sakshi Wagh led a workshop on the experiences of South Asian immigrant survivors of intimate partner violence.
Continuing to prosper: International partnership between USF and Sungkyunkwan University flourishes after Joint Research Conference
Last month, the Muma College of Business hosted the USF and Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) Joint Research Conference to great success. Faculty from both universities presented their research and discussed the future of fintech, a growing industry that has continued to progress rapidly.
February 3, 2026Events, Faculty & Staff
President Law celebrates international graduates in final stole ceremony
University of South Florida leaders celebrated the achievements and global impact of the Class of 2025 during the university’s Fall Commencement Stole Ceremony, highlighting both student success and USF’s growth as it approaches its 70th anniversary.
December 17, 2025Events
Willingness to improve: Students eager to lower risks of the road
At the September Bicycle, Pedestrian, Auto, Scooter and Skateboard (BPASS) Safety event, the International Student Support Team collected survey results, which reflected ongoing risky traffic safety behaviors among a significant percentage of students.
USF French Business Forum explores food as medicine from a multitude of perspectives
At the recent Second Annual USF French Business Forum, experts looked both inward and outward into our relationship with food. Exploring how our individual health and well-being depend on the food we eat, the way we grow it, and how it’s distributed in the community.
November 26, 2025Events, Global Networks
Bringing the world to USF: Cultural Exchange event kicks off International Education Month
The FAO lobby was transformed into a lively showcase of global cultures during the annual Cultural Exchange Event on November 13th, the International Student Support (ISS) team at USF World kicking off International Education Month with a vibrant celebration.