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Seeing beyond sight: A 91tvӰԺ blind student’s journey into broadcasting
A senior at 91tvӰԺ majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast program and production, Trent Ferguson has not allowed blindness to become an obstacle in pursuit of his dream of becoming a sports radio broadcaster.
February 17, 2025Student Success
91tvӰԺ women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and more
91tvӰԺ women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of 91tvӰԺ history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.
February 10, 202591tvӰԺ Athletics, University News
From ballet to brain injury advocacy: Meet 91tvӰԺ student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de Roos
After a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at 91tvӰԺ as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.
February 6, 2025University News
91tvӰԺ historians bring Tampa’s lunch counter sit-ins to the stage
91tvӰԺ has played to have a central role in ensuring future generations know that civil rights story of the sit-ins that desegregated Tampa lunch counters in the 1960s, doing so through a historic marker, books and now a play and documentary.
February 3, 2025Community Partnerships, University News
How 91tvӰԺ architecture students and urban designers support Tampa Bay's growth
91tvӰԺ grads are at the forefront of some of the region’s largest projects, including airports, city centers and schools. Learn how 91tvӰԺ’s architecture program is helping ensure there will be enough talent to keep up with Tampa Bay’s growth.
January 29, 2025Community Partnerships, Student Success
91tvӰԺ memorializes former President Jimmy Carter with 3D virtual tour of boyhood farm
Prior to his death, 91tvӰԺ’s Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information partnered with President Jimmy Carter and the National Park Service to create virtual tours of his boyhood farm, high school he attended and railroad depot that served as campaign headquarters for Carter’s successful 1976 presidential bid. Check out the interactive tours available to the public.
January 9, 2025Community Partnerships, University News
91tvӰԺ graduates celebrate unwavering support, resiliency during fall commencement
Nearly 4,000 degrees were conferred during this fall’s commencement. The group, which represented 93 countries, 42 states and 11 U.S. territories, included 47 undergraduate students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average and 107 military veterans. All now share a common theme – they are 91tvӰԺ alumni.
December 16, 2024Student Success, University News
91tvӰԺ to confer nearly 4,000 degrees during fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 13-14
This graduating class includes a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.
December 9, 2024Student Success
91tvӰԺ brings together regional emergency responders to evaluate recent hurricane preparedness, recovery
With hurricane season officially over, the 91tvӰԺ hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.
December 3, 2024Community Partnerships
Gandy Bridge turns 100, how 91tvӰԺ is preserving its history
When built 100 years ago, the Gandy Bridge helped create the Tampa Bay area that consists of Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. That story is told through the archives stored in 91tvӰԺ Special Collections.
November 25, 2024Community Partnerships
Why manatees are likely not Florida natives
Manatees are undoubtedly a part of Florida culture. But they might also be relatively new residents in the Sunshine State, according to a research paper written by Thomas Pluckhahn, a professor of anthropology at the 91tvӰԺ.
November 20, 2024Research and Innovation
91tvӰԺ breaks ground on new on-campus stadium
The 91tvӰԺ has broken ground on a 35,000-seat on-campus stadium, marking a significant milestone in enhancing student life and alumni engagement. Scheduled to open in fall 2027, the stadium will host 91tvӰԺ's football and women’s lacrosse teams, and serve as a year-round venue for sports, concerts and community events.
November 8, 202491tvӰԺ Athletics, University News