NASA opens patent library to students for development of new business ideas
NASA hopes putting its library of patents into the hands of college students will spur new ideas for business and beyond.
Big things ahead for the University of South Florida in 2022
The University of South Florida is building a new student wellness center and a new athletics facility, and has future plans for its own football stadium and an oceanographic science center at the St. Petersburg campus.
Survey shows Americans agree on social media regulation, split on what that means
Millions of us use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media to stay in touch with friends or for business, but a new study shows a majority of us believe social media is having a negative effect on America’s political climate.
USF drone ships used for high-definition mapping of gulf floor
Researchers at the University of South Florida are using underwater drones to give them a better view of what lies far beneath the surface.
'This is the biggest moment of my life': Thousands celebrate graduation from USF
More than 4,500 University of South Florida students will receive their degrees this weekend, with the first batch walking across the stage at the Yuengling Center Friday night.
USF officials set summer goal of completing plans for on-campus football stadium
The University of South Florida is narrowing down a plan to build a football stadium on the Tampa campus.
USF video production students gain state-of-the-art studio after production company's donation
Video production students at the University of South Florida can now hone their craft in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility thanks to a donation from Diamond View Studios.
Racial justice program at USF gives students tools to advocate for equity
Students are often at the helm of social change, and that’s what some Tampa Bay universities want to tap into through a new racial justice fellowship at the University of South Florida.
USF student studying disease control through mathematics may become school’s first Rhodes Scholar
At USF, 21-year-old Alexander Mercier of Odessa, majored in mathematics and microbiology, which lead him to start important research that may make him the school’s first Rhodes Scholar.
Small, minority-owned construction businesses get boost from USF
With construction in high demand and stiff competition to get contracts, the University of South Florida just launched a free small business mentorship program to help build diversity within the industry.
Students, hotels benefit from hands-on college program
Students at the University of South Florida's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management will soon be able to get hands-on experience working in a hotel before graduation.
USF Botanical Gardens considered a ‘hidden gem in the middle of campus’
Nestled in the middle of the University of South Florida campus, bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds make their home among a 10-acre botanical garden.
USF launches online survey for input on next president
The University of South Florida is searching for its next president, and they are asking the public for input on the process through an online survey.
USF creates first centralized human trafficking incident database
A new lab at the University of South Florida looks to pinpoint human trafficking incidents down to the neighborhoods and zip codes in Tampa Bay and the state of Florida.
Former USF Bull turned Rays pitcher makes MLB history 2 years in a row
Last year Shane McClanahan became the first pitch in Major League history to debut in the postseason and on Thursday he started in the Rays' first home playoff game in front of fans in two years.
Tampa college students invent device that doubles ventilator capability
Three University of South Florida students hope to get their life-saving invention into hospitals to help address the global ventilator shortage, a problem that came to light during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic last year.
USF throws hat in the ring for Tropicana Field site redevelopment
The University of South Florida sent a big signal Monday. It wants a seat at the table where officials are planning the redevelopment of the land where Tropicana Field sits.
Tampa inventor creates wastewater treatment system for developing countries
It’s easy to take clean water for granted in the U.S., but not everyone around the world has that access. An inventor in Tampa is helping solve the problem.
USF hopes new esports lab brings students together
USF is building an Esports Living Lab, a physical space with 40 computers and an endless virtual space that should be complete next spring.
'We are going to do it': USF trustee says on-campus stadium will happen
During a groundbreaking ceremony for an indoor practice facility, USF chairman of the board Will Weatherford said it may take time, but he believes an on-campus stadium will be built at USF.