News
Article Listing
Viewing items with Category: All Categories, Year: All Years
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
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
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
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
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
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
USF welcomes record-breaking class, sees increase in student engagement
USF is welcoming a record-breaking incoming class, attracting students from across the country and around the world drawn by academic opportunities, a strong sense of community, and historically high academic achievement. The university is expanding campus engagement, with events and experiences that help students build connections and grow both academically and personally.
September 11, 2025Campus News, Students
Twin founders of $100M brand to share the journey from hustle to high impact
Twin brothers Blake and Brock Gratton, co-founders of SpringWell Water Filtration, will headline a special Conversation with a Founder event at USF Sarasota-Manatee on Sept. 26.
September 8, 2025Campus News, Events
USF to Honor 9/11 Victims with Flag Display and Remembrance Ceremony
USF Sarasota-Manatee will commemorate the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with a remembrance ceremony on Sept.11, featuring a flag-raising, taps, and remarks from campus and community leaders. Ahead of the event, volunteers will plant 2,997 American flags in the campus courtyard to honor each life lost in the attacks.
September 4, 2025Campus News, Events
USF Sarasota-Manatee Campus to build new STEM academic facility
The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus today announced plans to build the development of a new STEM academic facility, a transformative project that will expand access to high-quality lab instruction in chemistry, biology, and physics for students across all USF campuses.
September 3, 2025Campus News
Bishop-Parker Foundation grant advances hands-on training nursing students in Sarasota
The University of South Florida College of Nursing has been awarded a $74,365 grant from the Bishop-Parker Foundation to upgrade its nursing simulation lab and instructional resources on the Sarasota-Manatee campus.
August 28, 2025Campus News
Expanding excellence: 31 new faculty members join the College of Arts and Sciences
The USF College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) welcomed 31 new faculty members this fall, including Jason Markins and Youngjoon Lee, whose multifaceted expertise, experience and passion reflect the college’s continued commitment to comprehensive excellence.
August 27, 2025Campus News