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USF and Sarasota County Schools partner to power the next generation of innovators

Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, Brookside Middle School will transform into the Gulf Coast Academy of Innovation & Technology, a new district-wide magnet. In partnership with the USF College of Education, the academy will offer rigorous, hands-on pathways to immerse students in hands-on, advanced STEM learning.

February 12, 2026Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Cupid sometimes wears green: USF love stories for Valentine’s Day

As the University of South Florida celebrates its 70th anniversary, Valentine’s Day offers a reminder that USF’s impact goes beyond academics—serving as the starting point for lifelong love stories across generations and campuses. From chance meetings in museums and faculty gatherings to student leadership on close‑knit campuses, Cupid sometimes wears green at USF.

February 9, 2026

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USF experiences continue to shape alumna’s approach to hearing health care

USF alumna Madison Dowdy says her hands-on training, from research to outreach in Malawi, shaped the patient‑centered care she provides today.

January 30, 2026Research

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