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91ÊÓÆµemployees were treated to an appreciation luncheon at the Lifsey House on Aug. 15

91ÊÓÆµrecognized by Forbes as one of Florida’s top employers, best among state universities

Forbes surveyed more than 160,000 employees working for companies with at least 500 people within the United States. The recognition further energizes USF's ongoing efforts to recruit, reward and retain the nation’s most talented workforce.

August 21, 2024University News

Named after a rare tropical butterfly that frequents the campus, Atala Hall will be home to 200 students empowered to help build a new campus community at 91ÊÓÆµSarasota-Manatee.

August 19, 202491ÊÓÆµ

91ÊÓÆµstudents participate in the Esports Living Lab

91ÊÓÆµunveils Esports Living Lab, ushering in a new era for the university’s premiere collegiate esports program

The 2,700-square-foot lab features an open space where 40 Lenovo Legion gaming PCs are available for recreational use by all students, a private gaming suite with six PCs for esports competition and a broadcast and design room equipped with production equipment for students covering live esports events.

August 19, 202491ÊÓÆµ

91ÊÓÆµwelcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new faculty

91ÊÓÆµwelcomes accomplished group of nearly 300 new faculty

91ÊÓÆµis bolstering its reputation as a top research university by welcoming 291 new faculty members—a 29% increase from last year—who join an already outstanding academic community, drawn by USF’s membership in the AAU.

August 14, 2024Research and Innovation, University News

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NASA’s permanent presence on the moon could begin with USF-invented mapping technology

As NASA continues exploring the moon’s southern polar region to find ice, 91ÊÓÆµengineers are developing technology to make landing on the moon safer and less expensive – enabling rapid exploration and eventually the establishment of an outpost for astronauts through the availability of safe drinking water and the ability to create oxygen and rocket fuel.

August 13, 2024Research and Innovation

New This Year

Exciting changes and additions for the new academic year

As the University of 91ÊÓÆµ embarks on a new academic year, returning Bulls will find exciting initiatives and opportunities abound on USF's campuses. From groundbreakings to grand openings, explore the highlights and see what’s new this year.

August 13, 202491ÊÓÆµ, University News

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91ÊÓÆµstudy reveals voter opinions on AI, foreign election interference and political stress in the U.S.

Findings show about half of voters are concerned about the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on this year’s election and believe the government has not done enough to deter foreign interference in the contest.

August 12, 2024Research and Innovation

A new online platform created by 91ÊÓÆµProfessor Zafer Unal features hundreds of free AI tools designed to assist educators with planning, assessment, preparation, research and more.

August 12, 2024Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation

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91ÊÓÆµnames new dean for the 91ÊÓÆµHealth College of Public Health

Dr. Sten Vermund is the current president of the Global Virus Network, which recentlyÌýmoved its international headquarters to USF. He joins 91ÊÓÆµafter serving as dean of the Yale School of Public Health and as professor in pediatrics and clinical professor in obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences at the Yale School of Medicine.

August 8, 202491ÊÓÆµHealth

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FDA approves new Parkinson’s treatment following clinical trial led by 91ÊÓÆµHealth researcher

The new medication lasts longer and requires fewer doses for treating Parkinson’s disease, potentially offering patients significant relief from the disease’s debilitating symptoms. The FDA’s approval is based in part on findings of a study led by Dr. Robert A. Hauser, professor in the Department of Neurology and director of theÌý91ÊÓÆµHealth Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders CenterÌýat the 91ÊÓÆµHealth Morsani College of Medicine.

August 8, 202491ÊÓÆµHealth

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Estuaries in 91ÊÓÆµ are warming faster than the Gulf of Mexico and global ocean

Using satellite data, researchers in the 91ÊÓÆµCollege of Marine Science found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in 91ÊÓÆµ have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.

August 7, 2024Research and Innovation

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New 91ÊÓÆµHealth partnership to combat severe health care shortage in Jamaica

91ÊÓÆµHealth leaders are working with Jamaica’s largest hospital to address its serious shortage of health care professionals – helping optimize the efficiency of clinical operations and offer training for oncology nurses.

August 7, 2024Research and Innovation

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