Community Impact

The Opportunity to Advance Our Region

The USF expansion of its Sarasota-Manatee campus is about more than just a physical building. This plan will strengthen the physical and economic health of our community.

STEM research and education

The STEM academic facility will provide lasting benefits for the Sarasota-Manatee region:

  • Fuels innovation and regional competitiveness
  • Provides graduates with significant employment opportunities offering high earnings
  • Will benefit the North Port/Sarasota/Bradenton area which is experiencing significant growth in manufacturing and high-tech industries