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USF announces series of tributes to honor Amir Abdur-Rahim
During this past weekend's Celebration of Life for Amir Abdur-Rahim, USF Athletics announced multiple planned tributes for the late men's head basketball coach who unexpectedly died in late October.
November 2, 2024Campus News
USF College of Education and CORE Construction raise over $56,000 in inaugural GYOTL Academy Golf Tournament
The inaugural CORE Construction Grow Your Own Teacher Leader Academy Golf Tournament raised over $56,000 in support for a USF College of Education program at the Sarasota-Manatee campus that prepares teachers in the School District of Manatee County to take leadership roles at their schools.
USF welcomes community to Homecoming events Nov. 4-9
After being postponed due to Hurricane Milton, the University of South Florida is ready to welcome the community to celebrate Homecoming, with events planned at USF Sarasota-Manatee and the other two campuses.
November 1, 2024Campus News
Karen Holbrook to retire as USF Sarasota-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.
October 31, 2024Campus News
USF researchers reveal key findings from national voter opinion survey on the economy and political stress
Findings from University of South Florida researchers show most American voters agree the upcoming presidential election will significantly impact the economy moving forward and that political stress has remained consistent during this election cycle.
October 29, 2024Research
The Center for Sustainable Democracy and Innovative Education partner to launch ‘Being a Voter’ educational course
As a national election approaches, a new resource - dubbed “Being a Voter” - has been developed to empower younger citizens, especially students, with the knowledge they need to confidently navigate the voting process.
October 29, 2024Students
USF Health receives $3.75 million NIH award to research whether Long COVID may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
The funding allows a multidisciplinary team of USF Health researchers to study long COVID’s potential connection to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and explore possible interventions.
October 28, 2024Research
USF head men’s basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim passes away
Amir Abdur-Rahim was the American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year this past season. Following a 25-8 record, he led the Bulls to their first regular-season conference championship and to their first-ever top 25 ranking during the regular season.
October 24, 2024Campus News
Four-time Honors parent Maria Gerber on shaping the next generation at USF
As a parent and USF alum, Maria Gerber knew USF and the Judy Genshaft Honors College was the right choice for her four sons to receive an invaluable education. Gerber and her sons have grown closer as a family as she continues to be involved on campus.
October 24, 2024Campus News, Students
‘A kindness beyond belief.’ Young girl’s USF family helps her NFL dreams come true
An NFL stadium became 5-year-old Scarlett Bhatia’s field of dreams come true, thanks to her extended family at the University of South Florida.
October 24, 2024Campus News
How a USF glider helped forecast Hurricane Helene
As Florida braced for Hurricane Helene, an underwater glider operated by the College of Marine Science was in a unique and precarious position - it was the only submersible research vessel in the direct path of the storm.
October 24, 2024Research
USF faculty experts available for interviews on Halloween topics
With the season of costumes and trick-or-treating in full swing, the University of South Florida is offering an array of experts to discuss Halloween topics – from staying safe on the streets, to mental health concerns, to the consumer spending that’s driving the billion-dollar business of Halloween.
October 23, 2024Research