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¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵgraduates celebrate unwavering support, resiliency during fall commencement

Nearly 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 ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵalumni.

December 16, 2024Student Success, University News

Top stories of 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.

December 16, 2024University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵnames new dean for the College of Engineering

Levi Thompson has been named as the new dean of theÌýCollege of Engineering. Thompson is a highly accomplished researcher who brings strong leadership and administrative experience, including most recently serving as the College of Engineering dean at the University of Delaware and previously as a faculty member at the University of Michigan.Ìý

December 16, 2024University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵrecognized by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Dream Employers’

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ is one of the best places to work in the country, according to the inaugural list of America’s Dream Employers 2025 recently released by Forbes. ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵwas the only public or private university in Florida to make the list.

December 5, 2024University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵand TGH partner with robotics company to become the first to bring life-saving surgical technology to Tampa Bay

The agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

November 15, 2024¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth, University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵbreaks ground on new on-campus stadium

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ 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 USF's football and women’s lacrosse teams, and serve as a year-round venue for sports, concerts and community events.

November 8, 2024¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵAthletics, University News

To support the on-campus stadium and all it will do for ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵand the Tampa Bay region, the Gonzmart Family Foundation has made a significant financial investment in the project.

November 7, 2024University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵwelcomes community to Homecoming events Nov. 4-9

After being postponed due to Hurricane Milton, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ is ready to welcome the community to celebrate Homecoming – one of USF’s oldest and most treasured traditions. Dozens of events are scheduled, including a carnival, comedy show, parade and the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵfootball game as the Bulls take on the Navy Midshipmen.

November 1, 2024Campus Life, University News

Karen Holbrook to retire as ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵSarasota-Manatee campus regional chancellor

Since her appointment in 2018, Karen Holbrook has successfully led the campus through a period of transformation and growth, including becoming a residential campus for the first time, receiving the largest gift in campus history and developing many important partnerships across the community.Ìý

October 31, 2024University News

Amir Abdur-Rahim passed away suddenly on Oct. 24. He was the American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year this past season and led the Bulls to their first regular-season conference championship. Men’s basketball associate head coach Ben Fletcher has been named the team’s interim head coach.

October 29, 2024¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵAthletics, University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵand defense agencies headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base sign landmark agreement

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.

October 24, 2024Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ selects Compass Group as new dining and facilities services partner

The partnership will result in efficiencies and advancements for the university and provide new internship and experiential learning opportunities for students.

October 23, 2024University News