/arts-sciences/chronicles/Recent posts from CAS Chroniclesen-usThu, 19 Sep 2024 18:20:14 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/partnership-with-poynter-deepens-learning-and-involvement.aspxThis year, students are getting the opportunity to work with an internationally known non-profit that trains many of the world’s best journalists to develop the skills needed to thrive in a changing media environment.External ArticleThu, 12 Sep 2024 14:17:07 Partnership with Poynter Institute to deepen hands-on learning and community involvement for journalism studentsThis year, students are getting the opportunity to work with an internationally known non-profit that trains many of the world’s best journalists to develop the skills needed to thrive in a changing media environment.Poynter Report host Tom Jones (left) interviews NPR TV Critic Eric Deggans for the first episode of the podcast.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/partnership-with-poynter-deepens-learning-and-involvement.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr.-deby-cassills-research-career-aims-to-shine-a-light-on-the-secrets-of-animal-behavior.aspxDr. Deby Cassill, associate professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, has focused her research career on better understanding the “secrets” of animal behavior and the insights it provides to human nature.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 29 Aug 2024 11:30:49 Dr. Deby Cassill’s research career aims to shine a light on the ‘secrets’ of animal behaviorDr. Deby Cassill, associate professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, has focused her research career on better understanding the “secrets” of animal behavior and the insights it provides to human nature.Deby Cassill standing and smiling in front of gray backdrop/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr.-deby-cassills-research-career-aims-to-shine-a-light-on-the-secrets-of-animal-behavior.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/piaccart-students-gain-interdisciplinary-research-experience-on-climate-change.aspxTen undergraduate students took part in the Program in Interdisciplinary Approaches to Climate Change Adaptation Research and Training (PIACCART) this summer. The program provided them with the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research focused on the impacts of climate change.Dakota Galvin, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 29 Aug 2024 09:37:40 PIACCART students gain interdisciplinary research experience on climate changeTen undergraduate students took part in the Program in Interdisciplinary Approaches to Climate Change Adaptation Research and Training (PIACCART) this summer. The program provided them with the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research focused on the impacts of climate change.Chemistry major Katherin Abreus Rodriguez further concentrating soil samples in a rotary evaporator. (Photo courtesy of Katherin Abreus Rodriguez)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/piaccart-students-gain-interdisciplinary-research-experience-on-climate-change.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/news/2024/thirteen-usf-students-selected-for-2024-millennium-fellowship.blogThirteen undergraduate students were selected for their innovative projects aimed at addressing one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Chosen from over 52,000 applicants, these students will collaborate on initiatives focused on creating meaningful social impact.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:34 Thirteen 91tvӰԺ Students Selected for 2024 Millennium FellowshipThirteen undergraduate students were selected for their innovative projects aimed at addressing one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Chosen from over 52,000 applicants, these students will collaborate on initiatives focused on creating meaningful social impact.collage of students working fellowships/news/2024/thirteen-usf-students-selected-for-2024-millennium-fellowship.blogCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-archival-exhibition-commemorates-department-of-anthropologys-60-year-impact.aspxThe Department of Anthropology is celebrating 60 years of teaching students the critical skills needed to conduct effective analyses of “human social phenomena at both the local and global levels.”Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 28 Aug 2024 16:39:54 New archival exhibition commemorates Department of Anthropology’s 60-year impactThe Department of Anthropology is celebrating 60 years of teaching students the critical skills needed to conduct effective analyses of “human social phenomena at both the local and global levels.”Overview of the “To See Ourselves Like Somebody Else: Reflections on 60 Years of Anthropology at 91tvӰԺ” exhibition located in the SOC building’s Waterman Gallery. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-archival-exhibition-commemorates-department-of-anthropologys-60-year-impact.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/research-experience-program-provides-insiders-look-at-what-it-takes-to-measure-hurricanes-strength.aspxThe Research Experience for Undergraduates program at 91tvӰԺ provided participants the opportunity to visit the Aircraft Operations Center of NOAA’s ‘Hurricane Hunters’ for an insider’s look at what it takes to measure a hurricane’s strength.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 28 Aug 2024 16:12:46 Research experience program provides insider’s look at what it takes to measure a hurricane’s strengthThe Research Experience for Undergraduates program at 91tvӰԺ provided participants the opportunity to visit the Aircraft Operations Center of NOAA’s ‘Hurricane Hunters’ for an insider’s look at what it takes to measure a hurricane’s strength.Dr. Jennifer Collins, professor in the School of Geosciences and principal investigator on Weather, Climate, and Society REU, with two REU groups at 91tvӰԺ this summer, one from the Tampa campus, and one from the St. Petersburg campus, on a P-3 Orion plane which is used to fly into hurricanes. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/research-experience-program-provides-insiders-look-at-what-it-takes-to-measure-hurricanes-strength.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/alumnus-dr-nolan-kline-uses-anthropology-see-big-picture-in-health-career.aspxAlumnus Dr. Nolan Kline credits his time as a student in the Department of Anthropology for developing his ability to ‘see the big picture’ in his current health career.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesTue, 27 Aug 2024 11:30:27 Alumnus Dr. Nolan Kline uses anthropology to ‘see the big picture’ in health careerAlumnus Dr. Nolan Kline credits his time as a student in the Department of Anthropology for developing his ability to ‘see the big picture’ in his current health career.91tvӰԺ: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/alumnus-dr-nolan-kline-uses-anthropology-see-big-picture-in-health-career.aspxAlumni,Community Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/english-doctoral-students-travel-to-spain-to-lead-panel-discussion-on-hemingway.aspxThree doctoral students in the Department of English presented their research at the 2024 Hemingway Society Conference in San Sebastian and Bilbao, Spain in July.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesTue, 27 Aug 2024 11:30:03 English doctoral students travel to Spain to lead panel discussion on HemingwayThree doctoral students in the Department of English presented their research at the 2024 Hemingway Society Conference in San Sebastian and Bilbao, Spain in July.Three doctoral students presenting in front of their research posters./arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/english-doctoral-students-travel-to-spain-to-lead-panel-discussion-on-hemingway.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-podcast-by-conduct-and-example-aims-to-decode-what-it-means-to-be-engaged-in-democracy.aspxThe Center for Sustainable Democracy recently launched the podcast “By Conduct and Example” to showcase its work, as well as highlight alumni, current faculty, students, and people affiliated with local, national, and international communities engaged in democracy-focused work.Dakota Galvin, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesTue, 27 Aug 2024 10:38:10 New podcast “By Conduct and Example” aims to decode what it means to be engaged in democracyThe Center for Sustainable Democracy recently launched the podcast “By Conduct and Example” to showcase its work, as well as highlight alumni, current faculty, students, and people affiliated with local, national, and international communities engaged in democracy-focused work.Professor Wayne Garcia recording an episode of By Conduct and Example. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-podcast-by-conduct-and-example-aims-to-decode-what-it-means-to-be-engaged-in-democracy.aspxCommunity Engagement/news/2024/new-this-year-2024.aspxAs the 91tvӰԺ embarks on a new academic year, returning Bulls will find exciting initiatives and opportunities abound on 91tvӰԺ's campuses. From groundbreakings to grand openings, explore the highlights and see what’s new this year.External ArticleTue, 13 Aug 2024 11:07:02 Exciting changes and additions for the new academic yearAs the 91tvӰԺ embarks on a new academic year, returning Bulls will find exciting initiatives and opportunities abound on 91tvӰԺ's campuses. From groundbreakings to grand openings, explore the highlights and see what’s new this year.New This Year banner/news/2024/new-this-year-2024.aspxCommunity Engagement/news/2024/usf-summer-ventures-span-the-globe-with-innovative-research-projects.aspxFaculty at the 91tvӰԺ traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.External ArticleThu, 01 Aug 2024 09:38:03 91tvӰԺ summer ventures span the globe with innovative research projectsFaculty at the 91tvӰԺ traded classroom lectures this summer for international adventures, embarking on research projects to solve global challenges.91tvӰԺ students and IDEx team members were invited to the U.S. Embassy in Malta for a private reception. Deputy Chief of Mission Ken Toko and his staff gave the team a tour of the compound and explained the work that the ambassador's office does in Malta./news/2024/usf-summer-ventures-span-the-globe-with-innovative-research-projects.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/usfs-study-abroad-program-in-nice-provides-an-immersive-experience-in-french-language-and-culture.aspxUndergraduate student Lauryn Tanner recounts her experience with 91tvӰԺ's study abroad program in Nice, France.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesTue, 30 Jul 2024 13:44:06 91tvӰԺ’s study abroad program in Nice provides an immersive experience in French language and cultureUndergraduate student Lauryn Tanner recounts her experience with 91tvӰԺ's study abroad program in Nice, France.The student cohort of the 91tvӰԺ Nice - French Language and Culture program in Nice, France. (Photo courtesy of Lauryn Tanner)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/usfs-study-abroad-program-in-nice-provides-an-immersive-experience-in-french-language-and-culture.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/two-usf-alumni-aim-to-transform-mental-health-treatment-with-non-hallucinogenic-psychedelics.aspxCo-founders of Psilera Chris Witowski and Jackie von Salm – chemistry alumni – are using psychedelics to develop non-hallucinogenic drugs for mental health disorders, including frontotemporal dementia.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesTue, 30 Jul 2024 00:27:40 Two 91tvӰԺ alumni aim to transform mental health treatment with non-hallucinogenic psychedelicsCo-founders of Psilera Chris Witowski and Jackie von Salm – chemistry alumni – are using psychedelics to develop non-hallucinogenic drugs for mental health disorders, including frontotemporal dementia.Founders of Psilera, Jackie von Salm (left) and Chris Witowski (right). (Photo courtesy of Chris Witowski)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/two-usf-alumni-aim-to-transform-mental-health-treatment-with-non-hallucinogenic-psychedelics.aspxAlumni,Community Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-travel-to-japan-for-new-insights-on-caring-for-others.aspxCollege of Arts and Sciences students also enrolled in the Judy Genshaft Honors College gained new insights about the history and culture of care in Japan this summer as part of the “Beyond the Classroom” study abroad experience offered by the Honors College.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 29 Jul 2024 16:17:07 Students travel to Japan for new insights on caring for othersCollege of Arts and Sciences students also enrolled in the Judy Genshaft Honors College gained new insights about the history and culture of care in Japan this summer as part of the “Beyond the Classroom” study abroad experience offered by the Honors College.Students visiting Gifu University’s nursing department training rooms, which focus on midwifery and geriatric and home nursing. (Photo courtesy of Atsuko Sakai)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-travel-to-japan-for-new-insights-on-caring-for-others.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-celebrate-release-of-the-capsule-a-new-student-led-journal-examining-intersection-of-health-and-humanities.aspx91tvӰԺ students have joined interdisciplinary forces to establish a new student-based health humanities journal, “The Capsule.”Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 29 Jul 2024 15:58:36 Students celebrate the release of ‘The Capsule,’ a new student-led journal examining the intersection of health and humanities91tvӰԺ students have joined interdisciplinary forces to establish a new student-based health humanities journal, “The Capsule.”Student contributors of “The Capsule” celebrated its first-ever volume release in spring 2024. (Photo courtesy of Serena Bhaskar)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-celebrate-release-of-the-capsule-a-new-student-led-journal-examining-intersection-of-health-and-humanities.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/from-usf-to-kenya-students-get-up-close-account-of-conservation-and-sustainable-development.aspxDr. Dillon Mahoney and nine 91tvӰԺ students traveled to Kenya this summer for a month-long visit to experience an up-close look at Kenya’s conservation and sustainable development practices.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 29 Jul 2024 11:01:35 From 91tvӰԺ to Kenya: Students get up-close account of conservation and sustainable developmentDr. Dillon Mahoney and nine 91tvӰԺ students traveled to Kenya this summer for a month-long visit to experience an up-close look at Kenya’s conservation and sustainable development practices.Students enjoying ‘lunch with a view’ from an outlook in Mbrikiani Ranch, Kajiado County, Kenya. They made the trek with a Maasai man who brought them there when we they asked him for a nice spot to have lunch. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Dillon Mahoney)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/from-usf-to-kenya-students-get-up-close-account-of-conservation-and-sustainable-development.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/school-of-geosciences-professor-advances-understanding-and-collaboration-during-hurricane-risk-research-symposium.aspxThe AAG’s Symposium on Hurricane Risk in a Changing Climate held its 8th annual session, organized by AAG member and School of Geosciences’ Professor Dr. Jennifer Collins and 91tvӰԺ alumnus Yijie Zhu.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 29 Jul 2024 00:48:46 School of Geosciences professor advances understanding and collaboration during hurricane risk research symposiumThe AAG’s Symposium on Hurricane Risk in a Changing Climate held its 8th annual session, organized by AAG member and School of Geosciences’ Professor Dr. Jennifer Collins and 91tvӰԺ alumnus Yijie Zhu.Dr. Jennifer Collins delivering the opening address at the Symposium on Hurricane Risk in a Changing Climate. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Collins)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/school-of-geosciences-professor-advances-understanding-and-collaboration-during-hurricane-risk-research-symposium.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/history-alumnas-journey-from-intern-to-ceo-of-the-ybor-city-museum-society.aspx91tvӰԺ alumna Arminda Mata becomes CEO of the Ybor City Museum Society.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 27 Jun 2024 11:15:12 History alumna’s journey from intern to CEO of the Ybor City Museum Society91tvӰԺ alumna Arminda Mata becomes CEO of the Ybor City Museum Society.Arminda Mata (middle), CEO of the Ybor City Museum Society, along with Rose Lopez (left) and Matthew Lewicki (right), two former history major interns who are now employees. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/history-alumnas-journey-from-intern-to-ceo-of-the-ybor-city-museum-society.aspxAlumni,Community Engagementhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/Tauber-Endowed-ScholarshipThe 91tvӰԺ announced a $1 million estate gift that will provide scholarships to students in the College of Arts and Sciences. The gift comes from Steven Tauber, a longtime faculty member and current vice provost for faculty administration, and his wife, Meghan.External ArticleWed, 26 Jun 2024 09:58:22 91tvӰԺ to receive $1 million gift from longtime faculty member and his wifeThe 91tvӰԺ announced a $1 million estate gift that will provide scholarships to students in the College of Arts and Sciences. The gift comes from Steven Tauber, a longtime faculty member and current vice provost for faculty administration, and his wife, Meghan.Steven Tauber, a longtime faculty member and current vice provost for faculty administration, and his wife, Meghan.https://giving.usf.edu/impact/Tauber-Endowed-ScholarshipCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/florida-focus-z-schools-signature-program-takes-second-place-in-national-broadcasting-competition.aspxThe Zimmerman School makes its debut at the Broadcast Education Association’s competition achieving second place with student led program, Florida Focus.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 24 Jun 2024 11:24:21 Florida Focus, Z School’s signature program, takes second place in national broadcasting competitionThe Zimmerman School makes its debut at the Broadcast Education Association’s competition achieving second place with student led program, Florida Focus.Students from the Zimmerman School of Advertising & Mass Communications produce the Florida Focus program, which airs on the local PBS station WEDQ in Tampa, Fla. (Photo courtesy of Stephanie Anderson)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/florida-focus-z-schools-signature-program-takes-second-place-in-national-broadcasting-competition.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-travel-across-alabama-to-retrace-the-steps-of-civil-rights-leaders.aspxAn interdisciplinary group of 91tvӰԺ students travelled across portions of the “Civil Rights Trail” in Alabama to gain more insight on the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:07:20 Students travel across Alabama to retrace the steps of civil rights leadersAn interdisciplinary group of 91tvӰԺ students travelled across portions of the “Civil Rights Trail” in Alabama to gain more insight on the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s.Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Ala., a National Historic Landmark and iconic image associated with the Civil Rights Movement. (Photo courtesy of Ta'Bria Snowden)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-travel-across-alabama-to-retrace-the-steps-of-civil-rights-leaders.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/usf-student-megan-blair-recognized-for-research-on-perceptions-of-hurricane-ian-evacuation-behaviors.aspxGeography graduate student Megan Blair earned the Application Novelty award at the Hurricane Risk in a Changing Climate Symposium held in Honolulu, Hawaii for her research on perceptions of Hurricane Ian evacuation behaviors.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesTue, 18 Jun 2024 14:42:55 91tvӰԺ student Megan Blair recognized for research on perceptions of Hurricane Ian evacuation behaviorsGeography graduate student Megan Blair earned the Application Novelty award at the Hurricane Risk in a Changing Climate Symposium held in Honolulu, Hawaii for her research on perceptions of Hurricane Ian evacuation behaviors.(From left) Geography master’s student Megan Blair with Dr. Jennifer Collins, professor in the School of Geosciences and lead organizer of the Hurricane Risk in a Changing Climate Symposium. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Collins)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/usf-student-megan-blair-recognized-for-research-on-perceptions-of-hurricane-ian-evacuation-behaviors.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/local-tampa-high-school-students-get-behind-the-scenes-look-of-field-of-molecular-biosciences.aspxThe Department of Molecular Biosciences welcomed high school students from Tampa’s Freedom High School for a visit to learn more about the field of molecular biosciences.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesTue, 18 Jun 2024 14:24:53 Local Tampa high school students get a behind-the-scenes look of the field of molecular biosciencesThe Department of Molecular Biosciences welcomed high school students from Tampa’s Freedom High School for a visit to learn more about the field of molecular biosciences.Freedom High School students engage in a pipetting activity in the genetics laboratory, offered to 91tvӰԺ undergraduates in the cell and molecular biology major. (Photo courtesy of Sandy Westerheide)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/local-tampa-high-school-students-get-behind-the-scenes-look-of-field-of-molecular-biosciences.aspxCommunity Engagementhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/juneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspxJuneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.External ArticleMon, 17 Jun 2024 09:51:56 Juneteenth: The complicated history, significance and celebration around the struggle for freedomJuneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.Dating back to 1865, Juneteenth commemorates the day when 250,000 slaves in the state of Texas, which became the last bastion for slavery during the final days of the Civil War, were declared free by the U.S. Army.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/juneteenth-complicated-history-significance-celebration-around-struggle-for-freedom.aspxCommunity Engagement,Eventshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/civics-program-strengthens-understanding-involvement-government.aspxFor six years, 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg and the Florida YMCA have partnered to offer a program designed to enhance civic education by immersing high school students from across the state in local government and public service.External ArticleTue, 11 Jun 2024 10:17:52 Civics program strengthens students’ understanding and involvement in governmentFor six years, 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg and the Florida YMCA have partnered to offer a program designed to enhance civic education by immersing high school students from across the state in local government and public service.students gathered around boardroom table in front of Pinellas County Vote signhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/civics-program-strengthens-understanding-involvement-government.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-connect-to-the-past-using-present-day-digital-tools-in-digital-dinosaurs-class.aspx91tvӰԺ students in Dr. Ryan Carney's Digital Dinosaurs course used present-day technology to bring the past to life. Students engaged in hands-on training of the cutting-edge digital tools used in paleontology.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 30 May 2024 00:53:47 Students connect to the past using present-day digital tools in ‘Digital Dinosaurs’ class91tvӰԺ students in Dr. Ryan Carney's Digital Dinosaurs course used present-day technology to bring the past to life. Students engaged in hands-on training of the cutting-edge digital tools used in paleontology.Students hold their 3D-printed projects at the conclusion of final presentation week in the Advanced Visualization Center. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-connect-to-the-past-using-present-day-digital-tools-in-digital-dinosaurs-class.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/two-cas-students-awarded-time-sifters-archaeology-society-research-grants.aspxCAS students Sarah Hassam and Sofia Arias have been awarded the Time Sifters Archaeology Society’s Cornelia Futor Memorial Student Research Grant, which will assist with their upcoming field research endeavors this summer.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 30 May 2024 00:34:08 Two CAS students awarded Time Sifters Archaeology Society research grantsCAS students Sarah Hassam and Sofia Arias have been awarded the Time Sifters Archaeology Society’s Cornelia Futor Memorial Student Research Grant, which will assist with their upcoming field research endeavors this summer.Sofia Aris (left) engaged in excavation work. (Photo courtesy of Sofia Arias)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/two-cas-students-awarded-time-sifters-archaeology-society-research-grants.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/nagle-lecture-series-welcomed-dr-cristopher-moore-of-the-santa-fe-institute.aspxThe Department of Mathematics and Statistics' Nagle Lecture Series (NLS), held in honor of the late R. Kent Nagle, featured Dr. Cristopher Moore of the Santa Fe Institute, a professor specializing in the intersection of mathematics, physics, and computer science.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 30 May 2024 00:07:22 Nagle Lecture Series welcomed Dr. Cristopher Moore of the Santa Fe InstituteThe Department of Mathematics and Statistics' Nagle Lecture Series (NLS), held in honor of the late R. Kent Nagle, featured Dr. Cristopher Moore of the Santa Fe Institute, a professor specializing in the intersection of mathematics, physics, and computer science.Dr. Cristopher Moore of the Santa Fe Institute was this year’s Nagle Lecture Series speaker. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/nagle-lecture-series-welcomed-dr-cristopher-moore-of-the-santa-fe-institute.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/bugging-out-in-the-city-exploring-insect-diversity-in-tampas-urban-farms-and-gardens-with-usfs-agroecology-lab.aspxSchool of Geosciences professor, Dr. Estelí Jiménez-Soto, leads a study on insect biodiversity in urban farming through the 91tvӰԺ Agroecology Lab.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 29 May 2024 15:22:08 Bugging Out in the City: Exploring insect diversity in Tampa's urban farms and gardens with 91tvӰԺ's Agroecology LabSchool of Geosciences professor, Dr. Estelí Jiménez-Soto, leads a study on insect biodiversity in urban farming through the 91tvӰԺ Agroecology Lab.A lubber grasshopper found resting on some vegetation at the Ybor St. Community Garden. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/bugging-out-in-the-city-exploring-insect-diversity-in-tampas-urban-farms-and-gardens-with-usfs-agroecology-lab.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/humanities-institute-celebrates-its-growth-both-in-a-newly-renovated-space-and-for-the-future.aspxThe Humanities Institute welcomed the 91tvӰԺ community to its newly renovated space through an open house.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 29 May 2024 00:32:54 The Humanities Institute celebrates its growth both in a newly renovated space and for the futureThe Humanities Institute welcomed the 91tvӰԺ community to its newly renovated space through an open house.Attendees at the Humanities Institute open house event enjoying breakfast in the newly renovated office space. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/humanities-institute-celebrates-its-growth-both-in-a-newly-renovated-space-and-for-the-future.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/psychology-alumna-rachel-gilmore-ties-dungeons-and-dragons-to-therapy-at-usf-counseling-center.aspx91tvӰԺ alumna Rachel Gilmore has navigated a fulfilling career journey from her undergraduate research days to her current role at the 91tvӰԺ Counseling Center, integrating her passions for psychology, group therapy, and self-care advocacy.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesTue, 28 May 2024 14:30:26 Psychology alumna Rachel Gilmore ties Dungeons & Dragons to therapy at the 91tvӰԺ Counseling Center91tvӰԺ alumna Rachel Gilmore has navigated a fulfilling career journey from her undergraduate research days to her current role at the 91tvӰԺ Counseling Center, integrating her passions for psychology, group therapy, and self-care advocacy.Rachel Gilmore, an alumna of CAS, at her graduation ceremony in 2012. (Photo courtesy of Rachel Gilmore)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/psychology-alumna-rachel-gilmore-ties-dungeons-and-dragons-to-therapy-at-usf-counseling-center.aspxAlumni,Community Engagementhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxThe Research Experience for Undergraduates program gives students the research skills needed for graduate school and future careers. More than 40 students from across the country are spending their summer at 91tvӰԺ St. Pete, immersing themselves in research focused on oceanography, weather, climate change and science communication.External ArticleThu, 23 May 2024 16:37:58 Students from across the country will spend the summer at 91tvӰԺ conducting ocean and weather researchThe Research Experience for Undergraduates program gives students the research skills needed for graduate school and future careers. More than 40 students from across the country are spending their summer at 91tvӰԺ St. Pete, immersing themselves in research focused on oceanography, weather, climate change and science communication.Xiomara Cruz and Juleika Vega Perez attend the University of Puerto Rico and are participating in the summer REU program at 91tvӰԺ.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/philip-levys-book-on-george-washington-earns-society-for-historical-archaeology-recognition.aspxDepartment of History's Dr. Philip Levy has been named the 2024 recipient of the James Deetz Book Award from the Society for Historical Archaeology for his book, “The Permanent Resident: Excavations and Explorations of George Washington’s Life.”Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 23 May 2024 13:59:45 Dr. Philip Levy's book on George Washington earns Society for Historical Archaeology recognitionDepartment of History's Dr. Philip Levy has been named the 2024 recipient of the James Deetz Book Award from the Society for Historical Archaeology for his book, “The Permanent Resident: Excavations and Explorations of George Washington’s Life.”“Parson Weem’s Fable,” by Grant Wood depicting Washington chopping down his father’s cherry tree. (Photo source: General Public Domain)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/philip-levys-book-on-george-washington-earns-society-for-historical-archaeology-recognition.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement,Research/news/2024/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-arts-and-sciences.aspxThe 91tvӰԺ today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Spiller as the new dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Spiller has more than 10 years of experience as an academic leader, having served most recently as the executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.External ArticleTue, 21 May 2024 10:45:00 91tvӰԺ names new dean for the College of Arts and SciencesThe 91tvӰԺ today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Spiller as the new dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Spiller has more than 10 years of experience as an academic leader, having served most recently as the executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.Welcoming the new College of Arts and Sciences Dean Elizabeth Spiller graphic/news/2024/usf-names-new-dean-for-the-college-of-arts-and-sciences.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/english-student-polishes-technical-writing-skills-interning-with-local-software-development-company-oyova.aspxEnglish student John Michael Kilgore put his professional and technical communication skills to the test in his recent internship with a Florida-based software development company.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 20 May 2024 10:09:18 English student polishes technical writing skills interning with local software development company OyovaEnglish student John Michael Kilgore put his professional and technical communication skills to the test in his recent internship with a Florida-based software development company.John Michael Kilgore, a senior majoring in professional and technical communication in the Department of English, completed an internship with Oyova. (Photo courtesy of Kilgore)91tvӰԺ: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/english-student-polishes-technical-writing-skills-interning-with-local-software-development-company-oyova.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/cas-students-shared-their-lived-experiences-with-mental-illness-for-this-is-my-brave.aspxThree College of Arts and Sciences students participated in 'This Is My Brave' to share their lived experiences of coping with mental illness in an effort to eliminate stigma among college students.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 20 May 2024 09:27:50 CAS students shared their lived experiences with mental illness for ‘This Is My Brave’Three College of Arts and Sciences students participated in 'This Is My Brave' to share their lived experiences of coping with mental illness in an effort to eliminate stigma among college students.This is My Brave participants take a final bow at the conclusion of the performances and story sharing. (Photo by Laura Lyon Photography)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/cas-students-shared-their-lived-experiences-with-mental-illness-for-this-is-my-brave.aspxCommunity Engagement,Eventshttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dr-honey-rands-new-chapterThe gift from Honey Rand, a 91tvӰԺ alumna, local public relations practitioner and author, will establish a creative writing retreat in the college’s Humanities Institute and support students who are studying writing and communication.External ArticleWed, 08 May 2024 09:05:02 Her life has been a page-turner; her gift will launch a new chapterThe gift from Honey Rand, a 91tvӰԺ alumna, local public relations practitioner and author, will establish a creative writing retreat in the college’s Humanities Institute and support students who are studying writing and communication.Honey Rand, PhD '00, (right) speaks at a 91tvӰԺ Humanities Conference alongside the Humanities Institute's Liz Kicak.https://giving.usf.edu/impact/dr-honey-rands-new-chapterCommunity Engagementhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/commencement-profile-cawley-aidan-rocky.aspxWhen Aidan Cawley came to 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg, he never expected to be involved in so many campus activities. Or have the chance to become Rocky. But as time passed, the environmental science major became more outgoing and confident. Three years later, his e-mail signature looks like a resume.External ArticleWed, 01 May 2024 09:36:41 Graduate involved in campus life also took on secret role as mascotWhen Aidan Cawley came to 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg, he never expected to be involved in so many campus activities. Or have the chance to become Rocky. But as time passed, the environmental science major became more outgoing and confident. Three years later, his e-mail signature looks like a resume.Aidan Cawley partially revealed himself as Rocky during the Rocky Awards on April 18, 2024.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/commencement-profile-cawley-aidan-rocky.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/interdisciplinary-cas-team-helps-identify-new-urban-tree-canopy-locations-in-tampa.aspxDr. Shawn Landry and Dr. Rebecca Zarger are two 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and Sciences faculty contributing to the City of Tampa’s tree canopy study. Landry and Zarger are tasked with identifying specific tree planting locations throughout the city and conducting outreach with residents in priority locations.Michelle Holden, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesFri, 26 Apr 2024 13:57:19 Interdisciplinary CAS team helps identify new urban tree canopy locations in TampaDr. Shawn Landry and Dr. Rebecca Zarger are two 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and Sciences faculty contributing to the City of Tampa’s tree canopy study. Landry and Zarger are tasked with identifying specific tree planting locations throughout the city and conducting outreach with residents in priority locations.Urban tree canopy in Robles Park, located in Tampa, Fla. (Photo courtesy of Rebecca Zarger)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/interdisciplinary-cas-team-helps-identify-new-urban-tree-canopy-locations-in-tampa.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/michael-kuperman-memorial-poetry-library-fostering-community-craft-and-sense-of-self.aspxWhen MFA student Michael Kuperman passed away in 2006, his family donated his beloved poetry collection to the 91tvӰԺ English Department, creating the foundation of the space located on the third floor of Cooper Hall now known as the Michael Kuperman Memorial Poetry Library. Now, the director of the space wants to see it become a haven for creatives across our campuses.Dakota Galvin, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 25 Apr 2024 13:56:42 The Michael Kuperman Memorial Poetry Library: Fostering community, craft, and a sense of selfWhen MFA student Michael Kuperman passed away in 2006, his family donated his beloved poetry collection to the 91tvӰԺ English Department, creating the foundation of the space located on the third floor of Cooper Hall now known as the Michael Kuperman Memorial Poetry Library. Now, the director of the space wants to see it become a haven for creatives across our campuses.91tvӰԺ: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/michael-kuperman-memorial-poetry-library-fostering-community-craft-and-sense-of-self.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/institute-for-the-study-of-latin-america-and-the-caribbean-hosts-its-first-global-symposium.aspxThe Institute for the Study of Latin America and the Caribbean held its inaugural Global Symposium bringing together global experts who addressed contemporary issues faced by Latin American and Caribbean communities across the world.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 24 Apr 2024 10:45:23 Institute for the Study of Latin America and the Caribbean (ISLAC) hosts its first global symposiumThe Institute for the Study of Latin America and the Caribbean held its inaugural Global Symposium bringing together global experts who addressed contemporary issues faced by Latin American and Caribbean communities across the world.(From left) Dr. Angela Vergara, University of Central Florida, Beatriz Padilla, director of ISLAC, and Angelina Cotler, Johns Hopkins University, shared their insights during the first panel discussion. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/institute-for-the-study-of-latin-america-and-the-caribbean-hosts-its-first-global-symposium.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/zimmerman-school-students-internship-with-nasa-boosts-her-hopes-for-the-future.aspxGracie Glover, a senior in the Zimmerman School of Advertising, completed an internship at NASA where she highlighted stories of fellow interns focusing on the inclusivity of the organization’s opportunities.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 24 Apr 2024 10:05:11 Zimmerman School student’s internship with NASA boosts her hopes for the futureGracie Glover, a senior in the Zimmerman School of Advertising, completed an internship at NASA where she highlighted stories of fellow interns focusing on the inclusivity of the organization’s opportunities.Zimmerman School senior, Gracie Glover, outside of the Office of Admissions building on the 91tvӰԺ Tampa campus. (Photo courtesy of Gracie Glover)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/zimmerman-school-students-internship-with-nasa-boosts-her-hopes-for-the-future.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/cas-student-finds-calling-in-environmental-stewardship.aspxDharsh Saravana, an environmental science and policy student and vice president of the 91tvӰԺ Agrarian Club, has found their calling in environmental stewardship with hopes to one day address urban food resilience, diversity of food systems, and food sovereignty for vulnerable populations in urban spaces.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 24 Apr 2024 00:57:55 CAS student finds calling in environmental stewardshipDharsh Saravana, an environmental science and policy student and vice president of the 91tvӰԺ Agrarian Club, has found their calling in environmental stewardship with hopes to one day address urban food resilience, diversity of food systems, and food sovereignty for vulnerable populations in urban spaces.91tvӰԺ College of Arts and Sciences student Dharsh Saravana is majoring in environmental science and policy and double minoring in math and GIS. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/cas-student-finds-calling-in-environmental-stewardship.aspxCommunity Engagement,Featured/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-urban-studies-minor-supports-internship-experience-in-environmental-protection.aspxCAS senior Evalyse Sanabria’s knowledge gained from minoring in urban studies in the School of Public Affairs strengthens her internship experience with the Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of Hillsborough County.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 22 Apr 2024 14:07:41 Student's urban studies minor supports internship experience in environmental protectionCAS senior Evalyse Sanabria’s knowledge gained from minoring in urban studies in the School of Public Affairs strengthens her internship experience with the Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of Hillsborough County.(From left, first row) Elaine DeLeeuw, administration director; Evalyse Sanabria, GIS intern; Abbie Weeks, wetlands scientist. (From left, back row) Chris Boland, GIS administrator; Michael Lynch, wetlands director. (Photo courtesy of Evalyse Sanabria)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/students-urban-studies-minor-supports-internship-experience-in-environmental-protection.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/democracy-and-citizenship-series-explores-challenges-and-opportunities-in-todays-media-landscape.aspxThe CAS Center for Sustainable Democracy and Humanities Institute welcomed panelists from the Poynter Institute and Tampa Bay Times to discuss challenges 21st century media faces and how news can meet modern community needs for new generations of information consumers.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesMon, 22 Apr 2024 13:26:33 Democracy and Citizenship Series explores challenges and opportunities in today’s media landscapeThe CAS Center for Sustainable Democracy and Humanities Institute welcomed panelists from the Poynter Institute and Tampa Bay Times to discuss challenges 21st century media faces and how news can meet modern community needs for new generations of information consumers.(From left) CAS Interim Dean Magali Michael with panelists Alex Mahadeven (director of MediaWise at the Poynter Institute), Julia Saad (mass communications senior and news editor of the 91tvӰԺ Oracle), Aya Diab (doctoral communications student and Tampa Bay Times reporter), and Dr. Josh Scacco (associate professor in the Department of Communication and director of the Center for Sustainable Democracy). (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/democracy-and-citizenship-series-explores-challenges-and-opportunities-in-todays-media-landscape.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/communication-senior-empowers-local-community-through-a-fundraising-cooking-competition.aspxCommunication senior, Alyssa Edridge, partnered with Healthy 22nd Street to organize a successful fundraising event, create a cookbook, and leverage personal connections for donations.Elisa Hussain, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesFri, 19 Apr 2024 13:58:05 Communication senior empowers local community through a fundraising cooking competitionCommunication senior, Alyssa Edridge, partnered with Healthy 22nd Street to organize a successful fundraising event, create a cookbook, and leverage personal connections for donations.The Healthy 22nd Street Garden Initiative’s inaugural fundraising taste-off event. (Photo courtesy of Alyssa Eldridge)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/communication-senior-empowers-local-community-through-a-fundraising-cooking-competition.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/5-ways-the-ecore-system-shows-the-earth-love.aspxThe ECORE System within the 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and Sciences manages and promotes the botanical and environmental assets of three green spaces on campus: Forest Preserve, Botanical Gardens, and GeoPark. Here are five positive environmental impacts of the ECORE System.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesFri, 12 Apr 2024 09:22:44 5 ways the ECORE System shows the Earth loveThe ECORE System within the 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and Sciences manages and promotes the botanical and environmental assets of three green spaces on campus: Forest Preserve, Botanical Gardens, and GeoPark. Here are five positive environmental impacts of the ECORE System.Butterfly collecting nectar from plant (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/5-ways-the-ecore-system-shows-the-earth-love.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/center-for-justice-research-and-policy-directors-release-new-book-on-evidence-based-criminal-justice-practices.aspxThe Center for Justice Research and Policy co-directors Dr. Edelyn Verona and Dr. Bryanna Fox have written a new book providing evidence-based solutions to questions faced in today's criminal justice system.Anna Mayor, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesThu, 28 Mar 2024 10:24:37 Center for Justice Research and Policy directors release new book on evidence-based criminal justice practicesThe Center for Justice Research and Policy co-directors Dr. Edelyn Verona and Dr. Bryanna Fox have written a new book providing evidence-based solutions to questions faced in today's criminal justice system.CJRP Co-Directors Dr. Bryanna Fox (left) and Dr. Edelyn Verona (right) at the celebratory launch of their new book, “Routledge Handbook of Evidence-Based Criminal Justice Practices.” (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/center-for-justice-research-and-policy-directors-release-new-book-on-evidence-based-criminal-justice-practices.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement,Events,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/quilting-our-history-exhibit-now-open-on-usf-tampa-campus.aspxThe Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) at the 91tvӰԺ Tampa campus recently unveiled the Quilting Our History exhibit, which features quilts by Lauren Austin, a Florida-based storytelling artist who has worked for over 30 years in the medium of quilts.Michelle Holden, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 27 Mar 2024 15:55:44 Quilting Our History Exhibit now open on 91tvӰԺ Tampa campusThe Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) at the 91tvӰԺ Tampa campus recently unveiled the Quilting Our History exhibit, which features quilts by Lauren Austin, a Florida-based storytelling artist who has worked for over 30 years in the medium of quilts.Fiber artist Lauren Austin stands in front of one of her quilts during an art exhibit. (Photo courtesy of Lauren Austin)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/quilting-our-history-exhibit-now-open-on-usf-tampa-campus.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/cas-and-barry-university-partner-to-teach-pre-health-students-key-podiatry-suturing-techniques.aspxThe 91tvӰԺ Health Professions Advising Committee collaborated with Barry University's School of Podiatric Medicine to host a suturing workshop, providing pre-health students with practical, hands-on experience and vital networking opportunities with medical professionals.Dakota Galvin, 91tvӰԺ College of Arts and SciencesWed, 27 Mar 2024 14:10:02 CAS and Barry University partner to teach pre-health students key podiatry suturing techniquesThe 91tvӰԺ Health Professions Advising Committee collaborated with Barry University's School of Podiatric Medicine to host a suturing workshop, providing pre-health students with practical, hands-on experience and vital networking opportunities with medical professionals.Pre-health students gained hands-on experience in CAS’ first suturing workshop held in partnership with Barry University. (Photo by Dakota Galvin)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/cas-and-barry-university-partner-to-teach-pre-health-students-key-podiatry-suturing-techniques.aspxCommunity Engagement