/news/Recent posts from Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Newsen-usTue, 29 Apr 2025 03:09:02 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2025/former-usf-football-players-harrowing-survival-at-sea-retold-in-documentary-feature-film.aspxSixteen years ago, 2008 graduate Nick Schuyler was in a boating accident in the Gulf that killed his three friends. He was the sole survivor. Now, a documentary and Hollywood film will tell the tragic tale that made national headlines.Mon, 21 Apr 2025 11:12:43 Former Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ football player’s harrowing survival at sea retold in documentary, feature filmSixteen years ago, 2008 graduate Nick Schuyler was in a boating accident in the Gulf that killed his three friends. He was the sole survivor. Now, a documentary and Hollywood film will tell the tragic tale that made national headlines.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/former-usf-football-players-harrowing-survival-at-sea-retold-in-documentary-feature-film.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ Athletics,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ in the NewsAlumni,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Football/news/2025/usf-alumni-drive-ai-classroom-innovation-with-virtual-assistants-for-k-12-teachers.aspxWith support from Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ alumni, a Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ 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 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ alumni drive AI classroom innovation with virtual assistants for K-12 teachersWith support from Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ alumni, a Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ graduate is revolutionizing education through her company that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized learning experiences for students.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/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,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/usfs-student-green-energy-fund-projects-make-a-lasting-impact-on-campus-sustainability.aspxSince its launch, the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ program has powered more than 60 projects, from rooftop solar panels and EV charging stations to solar umbrellas with built-in USB ports – driving sustainability one innovation at a time.Thu, 03 Apr 2025 08:07:46 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Student Green Energy Fund projects make a lasting impact on campus sustainabilitySince its launch, the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ program has powered more than 60 projects, from rooftop solar panels and EV charging stations to solar umbrellas with built-in USB ports – driving sustainability one innovation at a time.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usfs-student-green-energy-fund-projects-make-a-lasting-impact-on-campus-sustainability.aspxCampus Life,Student SuccessCollege of Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,School of Geosciences,Student Success/news/2025/from-classroom-to-kickoff-how-usfs-partnership-with-the-tampa-bay-buccaneers-is-boosting-career-readiness.aspxThrough a dynamic partnership between the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, students in Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program gain hands-on experience with an NFL franchise. Opportunities include fellowships, mentorships, marketing presentations and networking events with industry executives.Mon, 31 Mar 2025 11:08:53 From classroom to kickoff: How Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s partnership with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is boosting career readinessThrough a dynamic partnership between the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, students in Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program gain hands-on experience with an NFL franchise. Opportunities include fellowships, mentorships, marketing presentations and networking events with industry executives.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/from-classroom-to-kickoff-how-usfs-partnership-with-the-tampa-bay-buccaneers-is-boosting-career-readiness.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student SuccessMuma College of Business,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,Vinik Sports and Entertainment Management Program/news/2025/how-a-simple-chair-in-the-1980s-led-to-usfs-global-leadership-in-ai.aspxIn the 1980s, a visionary professor of computer science and engineering at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ joined forces with his ambitious doctoral student to explore artificial intelligence when the technology still in its infancy. Their work paved the way for the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:30:41 How a simple chair in the 1980s led to Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s global leadership in AIIn the 1980s, a visionary professor of computer science and engineering at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ joined forces with his ambitious doctoral student to explore artificial intelligence when the technology still in its infancy. Their work paved the way for the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/how-a-simple-chair-in-the-1980s-led-to-usfs-global-leadership-in-ai.aspxCyber/AI,Research and Innovation,Student SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/usf-is-digitally-preserving-egmont-keys-historic-harbor-pilot-village.aspxDue to damage their village incurred during back-to-back hurricanes, after more than a century, Egmont Key’s harbor pilots might no longer have a presence on the island. But Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Access 3D Lab has memorialized the historic village through 3D scans.Mon, 17 Mar 2025 08:29:03 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ is digitally preserving Egmont Key's historic harbor pilot villageDue to damage their village incurred during back-to-back hurricanes, after more than a century, Egmont Key’s harbor pilots might no longer have a presence on the island. But Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Access 3D Lab has memorialized the historic village through 3D scans.Expert sitting on the computer/news/2025/usf-is-digitally-preserving-egmont-keys-historic-harbor-pilot-village.aspxCommunity PartnershipsAccess 3D Lab,College of Arts and Sciences,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing-will-fosterusf-wide-collaborations.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Bellini College is set to revolutionize education by producing job-ready professionals in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing. By integrating AI across disciplines in all Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ colleges, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:24:44 Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ-wide collaborationsÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Bellini College is set to revolutionize education by producing job-ready professionals in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing. By integrating AI across disciplines in all Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ colleges, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.Graphic shows a hub and spoke wheel demonstrating the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing/news/2025/college-of-artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-and-computing-will-fosterusf-wide-collaborations.aspxCyber/AI,Research and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Cybersecurity,Muma College of Business,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Information Technology/news/2025/seeing-beyond-sight-a-usf-blind-students-journey-into-broadcasting.aspxA senior at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast program and production, Trent Ferguson has not allowed blindness to become an obstacle in pursuit of his dream of becoming a sports radio broadcaster.Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:21:39 Seeing beyond sight: A Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ blind student’s journey into broadcastingA senior at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast program and production, Trent Ferguson has not allowed blindness to become an obstacle in pursuit of his dream of becoming a sports radio broadcaster.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/seeing-beyond-sight-a-usf-blind-students-journey-into-broadcasting.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ 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 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:44:00 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and moreÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ 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 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ women's lacrosse game/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ 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,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Athletics,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Health,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Communications/news/2025/from-ballet-to-brain-injury-advocacy-meet-usf-student-and-miss-tampa-alexandra-de-roos.aspxAfter a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:21:13 From ballet to brain injury advocacy: Meet Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de RoosAfter a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/from-ballet-to-brain-injury-advocacy-meet-usf-student-and-miss-tampa-alexandra-de-roos.aspxUniversity NewsBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Department of Psychology,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,President Judy Genshaft/news/2025/usf-historians-bring-tampas-lunch-counter-sit-ins-to-the-stage.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ has played to have a central role in ensuring future generations know that civil rights story of the sit-ins that desegregated Tampa lunch counters in the 1960s, doing so through a historic marker, books and now a play and documentary.Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:49:46 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ historians bring Tampa’s lunch counter sit-ins to the stageÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ has played to have a central role in ensuring future generations know that civil rights story of the sit-ins that desegregated Tampa lunch counters in the 1960s, doing so through a historic marker, books and now a play and documentary.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-historians-bring-tampas-lunch-counter-sit-ins-to-the-stage.aspxCommunity Partnerships,University NewsDepartment of English,Department of History,Paul Guzzo,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Libraries/news/2025/how-usf-architects-and-urban-designers-support-tampa-baya-growth.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ grads are at the forefront of some of the region’s largest projects, including airports, city centers and schools. Learn how Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s architecture program is helping ensure there will be enough talent to keep up with Tampa Bay’s growth.Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:59:30 How Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ architecture students and urban designers support Tampa Bay's growthÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ grads are at the forefront of some of the region’s largest projects, including airports, city centers and schools. Learn how Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s architecture program is helping ensure there will be enough talent to keep up with Tampa Bay’s growth.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ architecture student/news/2025/how-usf-architects-and-urban-designers-support-tampa-baya-growth.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student SuccessCollege of Design Art and Performance,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,School of Architecture and Community Design/news/2025/usf-memorializes-former-president-jimmy-carter-with-3d-virtual-tour-of-boyhood-farm.aspxPrior to his death, Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information partnered with President Jimmy Carter and the National Park Service to create virtual tours of his boyhood farm, high school he attended and railroad depot that served as campaign headquarters for Carter’s successful 1976 presidential bid. Check out the interactive tours available to the public.Thu, 09 Jan 2025 13:53:33 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ memorializes former President Jimmy Carter with 3D virtual tour of boyhood farmPrior to his death, Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information partnered with President Jimmy Carter and the National Park Service to create virtual tours of his boyhood farm, high school he attended and railroad depot that served as campaign headquarters for Carter’s successful 1976 presidential bid. Check out the interactive tours available to the public.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ students scan the property of Jimmy Carters's boyhood home/news/2025/usf-memorializes-former-president-jimmy-carter-with-3d-virtual-tour-of-boyhood-farm.aspxCommunity Partnerships,University NewsMyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Libraries/news/2024/student-speakers-shine-at-fall-commencement.aspxNearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during this fall’s commencement. The group, which represented 93 countries, 42 states and 11 U.S. territories, included 47 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average and 107 military veterans. All now share a common theme – they are Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ alumni.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:46:35 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ graduates celebrate unwavering support, resiliency during fall commencementNearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during this fall’s commencement. The group, which represented 93 countries, 42 states and 11 U.S. territories, included 47 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average and 107 military veterans. All now share a common theme – they are Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ alumni.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/student-speakers-shine-at-fall-commencement.aspxStudent Success,University NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Design Art and Performance,College of Education,College of Engineering,College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Pharmacy,College of Public Health,College of The Arts,Commencement,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,School of Aging Studies,School of Architecture and Community Design,School of Art & Art History,School of Geosciences,School of Goesciences,School of Hospitality and Tourism Management,School of Interdisciplinary Studies,School of Music,School of Public Affairs,School of Theatre & Dance/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxThis graduating class includes a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:10:14 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ to confer nearly 4,000 degrees during fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 13-14This graduating class includes a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,School of Geosciences,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Information Technology/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxWith hurricane season officially over, the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:15:58 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ brings together regional emergency responders to evaluate recent hurricane preparedness, recoveryWith hurricane season officially over, the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.Elizabeth Dunn speaks to a conference room during the Tampa Bay hurricane sessions/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Public Health,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Office of University Community Partnerships,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/gandy-bridge.aspxWhen built 100 years ago, the Gandy Bridge helped create the Tampa Bay area that consists of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. That story is told through the archives stored in Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Special Collections.Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:26:43 Gandy Bridge turns 100, how Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ is preserving its historyWhen built 100 years ago, the Gandy Bridge helped create the Tampa Bay area that consists of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. That story is told through the archives stored in Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Special Collections.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/gandy-bridge.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo,Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Libraries/news/2024/manatee-study.aspxManatees are undoubtedly a part of Florida culture. But they might also be relatively new residents in the Sunshine State, according to a research paper written by Thomas Pluckhahn, a professor of anthropology at the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ.Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:00:03 Why manatees are likely not Florida nativesManatees are undoubtedly a part of Florida culture. But they might also be relatively new residents in the Sunshine State, according to a research paper written by Thomas Pluckhahn, a professor of anthropology at the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/manatee-study.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/usf-breaks-ground-on-new-on-campus-stadium.aspxThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ has broken ground on a 35,000-seat on-campus stadium, marking a significant milestone in enhancing student life and alumni engagement. Scheduled to open in fall 2027, the stadium will host Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ's football and women’s lacrosse teams, and serve as a year-round venue for sports, concerts and community events.Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:57:46 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ breaks ground on new on-campus stadiumThe Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ has broken ground on a 35,000-seat on-campus stadium, marking a significant milestone in enhancing student life and alumni engagement. Scheduled to open in fall 2027, the stadium will host Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ's football and women’s lacrosse teams, and serve as a year-round venue for sports, concerts and community events.Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ leadership with shovels in the ground at the site of the new stadium/news/2024/usf-breaks-ground-on-new-on-campus-stadium.aspxÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ Athletics,University NewsMyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/from-love-story-to-campus-legacy-perez-family-named-usfs-family-of-the-year.aspxNelson and Tiffany Perez met and fell in love as students at the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ. With their twin daughters now students at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ too, the Perez's are the 2024 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Family of the Year.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:54:33 From love story to campus legacy: Perez family named Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ’s Family of the YearNelson and Tiffany Perez met and fell in love as students at the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ. With their twin daughters now students at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ too, the Perez's are the 2024 Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Family of the Year.The Perez family outside of the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Bookstore on the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ Tampa campus./news/2024/from-love-story-to-campus-legacy-perez-family-named-usfs-family-of-the-year.aspxCampus LifeAlumni,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo/news/2024/hurricane-milton-the-people-helping-restore-usf-campus-operations.aspxFrom supporting students and employees, to protecting and repairing facilities, the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ has resumed campus operations thanks to hundreds of dedicated people who worked around the clock as Hurricane Milton moved across Tampa Bay and the state of Florida.Thu, 17 Oct 2024 14:03:00 Hurricane Milton: The people helping restore Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ campus operationsFrom supporting students and employees, to protecting and repairing facilities, the Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ has resumed campus operations thanks to hundreds of dedicated people who worked around the clock as Hurricane Milton moved across Tampa Bay and the state of Florida.John Doe cleans up glass/news/2024/hurricane-milton-the-people-helping-restore-usf-campus-operations.aspxUniversity NewsHurricane Milton,MyÓ£»¨ÊÓƵ,Paul Guzzo