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Meet the new faculty helping power USF’s future

From AI-driven discovery to cutting-edge medical research, USF’s newest faculty are advancing bold ideas and preparing students for the future. Their arrival reflects the university’s continued momentum as a hub for world-changing innovation and academic excellence.

August 13, 2025Research and Innovation, University News

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Top stories of USF's summer semester

USF’s campuses remained vibrant throughout the summer – breaking multiple records. From lifesaving research, to philanthropic giving and thousands of K-12 students connecting at summer camp, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµcommunity embodies what it means to be bold. Read more about some of the summer semester's biggest moments.

August 11, 2025University News

Two students celebrate taking a selfie at ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµcommencement

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµconfers nearly 2,700 degrees during summer commencement ceremonies

Graduates included a student who is blind and overcame the odds to fulfill his lifelong dream and a biomedical sciences major who donated part of his liver to save the life of a baby.

August 10, 2025University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµ: A Preeminent Research University

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµBoard of Trustees to consider out-of-state fee increase proposal

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµ Board of Trustees will consider a proposal to increase out-of-state student fees. If approved, the increase will be effective beginning Fall 2025.

July 3, 2025University News

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USF’s University Communications and Marketing team recognized with platinum Hermes Award

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµâ€™s Be Bold campaign earned the prestigious platinum award in the 2025 Hermes Creative Awards. Selected from more than 6,000 global entries, the campaign showcases authentic stories of ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµstudents, faculty and staff to highlight the university’s bold spirit.

July 2, 2025University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµ presidential search

Opportunities to get involved in USF’s presidential search

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµPresidential Search Committee will hold a virtual listening session and launch a digital survey to develop the draft position profile.

July 1, 2025University News

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Important funding for ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµin final state budget

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµ will receive significant funding in Florida’s 2025-26 state budget, supporting major initiatives in research, student success and campus development across all three campuses.

June 30, 2025University News

President Rhea Law looks at a photo with Sen. Darryl Rouson

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµto advance its position as a leader in mental and behavioral health by creating a new research center named for Sen. Darryl Rouson

The Senator Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Research at ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµwill conduct rigorous research to advance the scientific understanding of the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including improving treatment outcomes and reducing the societal impacts of substance abuse and mental health conditions.

June 25, 2025University News

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An update on the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµpresidential search

Mike Griffin, chair of the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµPresidential Search Committee and vice chair of the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµBoard of Trustees, provides an update on the presidential search selection process and how the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµcommunity can get involved.

June 20, 2025University News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµstudents and President Rhea Law at ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµDay at the Capitol

Key support for ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµincluded in this year’s state budget

Funding for the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµâ€™s institutional priorities and support for other important university projects is included in the 2025-26 fiscal year state budget. It will soon be sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis for his review, approval and line-item veto consideration. 

June 16, 2025University News

Five faculty and students from ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµand the words, Be Bold

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµwins prestigious gold Telly Award for Be Bold campaign

The 30-second commercial – part of the university’s brand campaign that aired on television, streaming and digital platforms – showcases ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµstudents and faculty who represent the heart of USF.

June 6, 2025University News

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Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin reelected to ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµBoard of Trustees leadership roles

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓÆµ Board of Trustees will continue to be led by Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin after their reelection as chair and vice chair during today’s board meeting. Weatherford and Griffin, who have served as chair and vice chair since 2021, were each selected for an additional two-year term.

June 3, 2025University News

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