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University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

STEM academic facility groundbreaking begins a milestone campus project

A transformative project began when the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee officially broke ground on the new STEM academic facility.

November 19, 2025Campus News, Events

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USF Hospitality Lab hosts The Ritz-Carlton's chef for immersive culinary and career lesson

USF students were treated to a special pasta making demonstration from The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota’s Chef Andrew Thompson during the International Food and Culture class.

November 17, 2025Campus News, Events

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Siblings chair 2026 USF Sarasota-Manatee Brunch on the Bay

A dynamic duo is stepping forward to champion student success at USF Sarasota-Manatee. Brother and sister Luke and Dr. Jennifer Bencie will co-chair the 2026 Brunch on the Bay, uniting their shared commitment to education, public service, and community engagement to support scholarships that change lives.

November 12, 2025Campus News

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Florida employers gain competitive edge as USF expands federally funded cybersecurity program

Due to its success, the university is nearly doubling enrollment of the InfoSec Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst program, offering it for free to 400 military veterans, first responders and public-sector professionals.

November 10, 2025Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Duvall Initiative’s Inaugural Duvall Training Institute: Medication-Assisted Treatment

Over 65 community partners attended the inaugural Duvall Training Institute to discuss, educate, and collaborate around the topic of Medication-Assisted Treatment.

November 10, 2025Campus News, Events

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Moez Limayem unanimously selected by USF Board of Trustees as the university’s next president

Moez Limayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors (BOG), which oversees the State University System.

October 21, 2025Campus News

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USF’s Gamma Iota Sigma Delta Beta chapter wins national Bowers Award

The Delta Beta chapter — founded in spring 2023 — became the youngest chapter in the organization’s history to receive the top collegiate chapter award.

October 13, 2025Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Statewide center at USF launches Florida’s first-of-its-kind interactive dashboard addressing behavioral health workforce shortage

The dashboard equips policymakers, providers, educators, and advocates to confront Florida’s critical shortage of behavioral health professionals.

October 13, 2025Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF expands risk management program as demand and impact grow, especially during hurricane season

USF’s Baldwin School of Risk Management and Insurance has expanded to all three campuses, fueling record enrollment as Florida’s growing economy drives demand for risk professionals. The program’s growth reflects a statewide need for experts who can address risks ranging from hurricanes to cybersecurity across diverse industries.

October 6, 2025Campus News

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Moez Limayem named the sole finalist for University of South Florida president

Limayem served as the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years prior to becoming UNF’s president in 2022. He has been recognized by Florida Trend as one of the state’s 500 most influential business leaders and received an award from the National Academy of Inventors for his many contributions to innovation and invention.

September 30, 2025Campus News

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USF climbs to its highest position ever in U.S. News rankings

The University of South Florida has reached an all-time high in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best colleges. USF is No. 88 overall among all public or private universities in America, up from No. 91 last year. USF also rose to No. 43 among public universities, up two spots from last year, and inside the top 50 for the seventh year in a row.

September 23, 2025Campus News

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USF commemorates 24th anniversary of 9/11 with campus ceremony

USF Sarasota-Manatee marked the 24th anniversary of 9/11 with a remembrance ceremony, honoring victims, first responders, military personnel, and the enduring spirit of community.

September 11, 2025Campus News, Events

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