/world/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSun, 23 Feb 2025 06:38:44 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/world/news/2025/megatrends-ai-event.aspxTwo experts dissected three megatrends in a recent gathering at the 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg sponsored by 91tvӰԺ World, uncovering new insights into Florida’s growing prominence in the global economy.Vickie ChachereTue, 18 Feb 2025 13:41:30 Experts: The ‘megatrends’ of AI, supply chains and workforce will be shaping Florida for decades to comeTwo experts dissected three megatrends in a recent gathering at the 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg sponsored by 91tvӰԺ World, uncovering new insights into Florida’s growing prominence in the global economy.A group of panelists and 91tvӰԺ World leadership/world/news/2025/megatrends-ai-event.aspxEvents/world/news/2025/castillo-colombia-spotlight.aspxRecent 91tvӰԺ graduate Nicolas Castillo Rodriguez plans to obtain a Chartered Financial Analyst designation while pursuing a degree in Finance. Learn how his move from Colombia to 91tvӰԺ allows him to make his dreams a reality.Katrina SandeferTue, 18 Feb 2025 08:16:13 Living a dream: Recent 91tvӰԺ alum Nicolas Castillo recalls how his time at 91tvӰԺ has prepared him for a career in financeRecent 91tvӰԺ graduate Nicolas Castillo Rodriguez plans to obtain a Chartered Financial Analyst designation while pursuing a degree in Finance. Learn how his move from Colombia to 91tvӰԺ allows him to make his dreams a reality.Castillo with his mother and brother after graduation/world/news/2025/castillo-colombia-spotlight.aspxAlumniColombia/arts/news/2025/20250214-usf-professor-ya-hui-cheng-honored-for-groundbreaking-research-in-music.aspxMusic isn’t just something we listen to -- it is a living record of cultural evolution. Dr. Ya-Hui Cheng, Associate Professor of Music Theory at the College of Design, Art & Performance’s School of Music at the 91tvӰԺ, has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to the field.External ArticleFri, 14 Feb 2025 15:15:44 91tvӰԺ Professor Ya-Hui Cheng honored for groundbreaking research in musicMusic isn’t just something we listen to -- it is a living record of cultural evolution. Dr. Ya-Hui Cheng, Associate Professor of Music Theory at the College of Design, Art & Performance’s School of Music at the 91tvӰԺ, has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to the field.An orange sun in a red sky/arts/news/2025/20250214-usf-professor-ya-hui-cheng-honored-for-groundbreaking-research-in-music.aspxFaculty & StaffResearchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-florida-institute-of-oceanography-and-deep-forge-partnership-to-advance-marine-exploration.aspxA new public-private partnership seeks to expand human access into ocean environments by fostering deep sea exploration and developing new technologies for the state of Florida and beyond.External ArticleThu, 13 Feb 2025 15:20:38 91tvӰԺ’s Florida Institute of Oceanography and DEEP forge partnership to advance marine explorationA new public-private partnership seeks to expand human access into ocean environments by fostering deep sea exploration and developing new technologies for the state of Florida and beyond.Marine exploration and researchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-florida-institute-of-oceanography-and-deep-forge-partnership-to-advance-marine-exploration.aspxAccoladesPartnerships,Research/health/public-health/news/2025/malaria.aspxStopping the parasite that causes malaria has been the focus of a number of ongoing studies by researchers at 91tvӰԺ. A comprehensive new paper sheds light on the unique challenges in how the organism adapted to survive.External ArticleFri, 07 Feb 2025 11:35:46 91tvӰԺ researchers publish new genetic map of essential targets to defeat malariaStopping the parasite that causes malaria has been the focus of a number of ongoing studies by researchers at 91tvӰԺ. A comprehensive new paper sheds light on the unique challenges in how the organism adapted to survive.A microscope slide showing a few purple cells among many pink cells/health/public-health/news/2025/malaria.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/marine-science/news/2025/chuanmin-hu-elected-to-2025-class-of-optica-fellows.aspxChuanmin Hu was honored for his significant contributions to ocean optics and remote sensing, particularly for innovative research in algorithms and applications on ocean algae.External ArticleWed, 05 Feb 2025 11:31:26 Chuanmin Hu elected to 2025 class of Optica FellowsChuanmin Hu was honored for his significant contributions to ocean optics and remote sensing, particularly for innovative research in algorithms and applications on ocean algae.91tvӰԺ Researcher smiling with ocean in background/marine-science/news/2025/chuanmin-hu-elected-to-2025-class-of-optica-fellows.aspxFaculty & StaffResearchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/professor-who-conducts-research-into-dementia-prevention-selected-as-finalist-for-uk-alumni-award.aspxPsychology Professor Jennifer O’Brien is being recognized on the global stage for her contributions to science and impacting her field.External ArticleWed, 05 Feb 2025 10:56:13 Professor who conducts research into dementia prevention receives UK Alumni AwardPsychology Professor Jennifer O’Brien is being recognized on the global stage for her contributions to science and impacting her field.Jennifer O'Brien working with PACT participanthttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/professor-who-conducts-research-into-dementia-prevention-selected-as-finalist-for-uk-alumni-award.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch,United Kingdomhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/1/30/early-grind-to-pay-dividends-for-new-look-usf-womens-tennis-squad.aspx91tvӰԺ women's tennis coach Cristina Moros said she's optimistic that the Bulls will be a competitive, winning team this season. With only three returning players, the team features fresh faces--international students among them.External ArticleThu, 30 Jan 2025 16:00:24 International talent lends strength to 91tvӰԺ Women’s Tennis91tvӰԺ women's tennis coach Cristina Moros said she's optimistic that the Bulls will be a competitive, winning team this season. With only three returning players, the team features fresh faces--international students among them.91tvӰԺ WTEN team with flags 2025https://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/1/30/early-grind-to-pay-dividends-for-new-look-usf-womens-tennis-squad.aspxStudents/world/news/2025/babc-tampa-bay-launch-network-uk.aspxThe new British America Business Council of Central Florida launched in Tampa Bay on Jan. 24, with British Consul General to Florida Rufus Drabble, 91tvӰԺ President Rhea Law, and Tampa Mayor Jane Castor. Read more about this event where many business and innovation leaders, along with 91tvӰԺ faculty, students, and staff joined.Katrina SandeferThu, 30 Jan 2025 14:10:08 91tvӰԺ Network UK presents: Launch of the British American Business Council in Tampa BayThe new British America Business Council of Central Florida launched in Tampa Bay on Jan. 24, with British Consul General to Florida Rufus Drabble, 91tvӰԺ President Rhea Law, and Tampa Mayor Jane Castor. Read more about this event where many business and innovation leaders, along with 91tvӰԺ faculty, students, and staff joined. A group of people smiling with the British and American flags on either side/world/news/2025/babc-tampa-bay-launch-network-uk.aspxEvents,Global NetworksPartnerships,United Kingdomhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/skku-partnership-fintech.aspxA group of South Korean students visited 91tvӰԺ as part of a strategic new partnership between the Muma College of Business and SKKU. The partnership aims to expand 91tvӰԺ’s global presence and enrich the educational experience for students pursuing degrees in finance and fintech.External ArticleWed, 29 Jan 2025 17:12:03 New international partnership between 91tvӰԺ and Sungkyunkwan University will prepare students for careers in fintechA group of South Korean students visited 91tvӰԺ as part of a strategic new partnership between the Muma College of Business and SKKU. The partnership aims to expand 91tvӰԺ’s global presence and enrich the educational experience for students pursuing degrees in finance and fintech.SKKU students joined a discussion with Michael Wiemer, Amanda Reineke and Sam Tuffaha.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/skku-partnership-fintech.aspxFaculty & Staff,Global Networks,StudentsPartnerships,Study Abroad/honors/news/2025/speaker-of-uk-house-of-commons-meets-honors-students.aspxThe Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the UK House of Commons, recently joined 91tvӰԺ Judy Genshaft Honors College students remotely from the Palace of Westminster. During the spirited Q&A, students engaged with the global leader on pressing issues facing democracies today.External ArticleWed, 29 Jan 2025 15:56:19 Speaker of the UK House of Commons meets with 91tvӰԺ Honors College students for Q&AThe Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the UK House of Commons, recently joined 91tvӰԺ Judy Genshaft Honors College students remotely from the Palace of Westminster. During the spirited Q&A, students engaged with the global leader on pressing issues facing democracies today.Five Honors students stand in front of a green screen while listening to Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle from a monitor./honors/news/2025/speaker-of-uk-house-of-commons-meets-honors-students.aspxStudentsUnited Kingdom/engineering/news/2025/yu-zhang-trb-best-paper-award-ieee-pub-25-story.aspxYu Zhang, Ph.D., professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at 91tvӰԺ, is elevating the university’s reputation in transportation innovation. Read to learn about her work and accomplishments.External ArticleThu, 23 Jan 2025 14:24:09 Yu Zhang, 91tvӰԺ engineering professor, earns TRB Best Paper Award, pioneering sustainable transportation innovationsYu Zhang, Ph.D., professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at 91tvӰԺ, is elevating the university’s reputation in transportation innovation. Read to learn about her work and accomplishments.A group of people holding official documents and standing in a large room/engineering/news/2025/yu-zhang-trb-best-paper-award-ieee-pub-25-story.aspxAccolades,Faculty & StaffResearch,Spotlight/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/taste-of-italy-culinary-event-strengthens-global-ties.aspx91tvӰԺ joined over 50 universities across the U.S. — and more than 100 countries around the world — for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World on Nov. 20. The event brought various engagement opportunities to 91tvӰԺ and the Tampa Bay area.External ArticleThu, 23 Jan 2025 14:18:45 Taste of Italy: Culinary event strengthens global ties91tvӰԺ joined over 50 universities across the U.S. — and more than 100 countries around the world — for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World on Nov. 20. The event brought various engagement opportunities to 91tvӰԺ and the Tampa Bay area.A professor speaking to class in a kitchen setting/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/taste-of-italy-culinary-event-strengthens-global-ties.aspxEvents,Faculty & Staff/marine-science/news/2025/usf-scientists-deploy-tsunami-sensing-buoy-aiding-future-warning-system.aspxThe Shallow Underwater Buoy for Geodesy (SUBGEO) system is a research partnership between the 91tvӰԺ School of Geosciences, the College of Marine Science, and international collaborators.External ArticleThu, 23 Jan 2025 13:53:19 91tvӰԺ scientists deploy tsunami-sensing buoy, aiding future warning systemThe Shallow Underwater Buoy for Geodesy (SUBGEO) system is a research partnership between the 91tvӰԺ School of Geosciences, the College of Marine Science, and international collaborators.The Shallow Underwater Buoy for Geodesy (SUBGEO) buoy system will test advanced tsunami forecasting techniques by measuring changes in seafloor movements. Photo credit: Samantha D’Angelo./marine-science/news/2025/usf-scientists-deploy-tsunami-sensing-buoy-aiding-future-warning-system.aspxFaculty & StaffPartnerships,Research/world/news/2025/gnsi-usf-world-event.aspxAs the U.S. prepared for a new presidential administration and the prospect of resolving global tensions on the horizon, two of the nation’s foremost military and diplomatic leaders shared their insights on what the world might look like in 2025.Vickie ChachereThu, 23 Jan 2025 09:26:18 Amid geopolitical uncertainty, military and diplomatic leaders remain cautiously optimistic of the year aheadAs the U.S. prepared for a new presidential administration and the prospect of resolving global tensions on the horizon, two of the nation’s foremost military and diplomatic leaders shared their insights on what the world might look like in 2025.Dr. Caruson, Stephenson, and General McKenzie, Jr are sitting in chairs on a stage for a presentation/world/news/2025/gnsi-usf-world-event.aspxEvents/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/three-usf-professors-partner-with-communities-to-make-local-national-and-global-impact.aspx91tvӰԺ professors Will Schanbacher, Heather O’Leary and Christian Wells, are sharing their time, expertise and resources with communities to “build capacity for positive change.”External ArticleWed, 22 Jan 2025 14:13:40 Three 91tvӰԺ professors partner with communities to make a local, national and global impact91tvӰԺ professors Will Schanbacher, Heather O’Leary and Christian Wells, are sharing their time, expertise and resources with communities to “build capacity for positive change.”A collage of three professors smiling/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/three-usf-professors-partner-with-communities-to-make-local-national-and-global-impact.aspxFaculty & StaffCommunity,Research,Spotlight/health/public-health/news/2025/campos.aspxOriginally from Naples, Fla., Adriana Campos is the daughter of Ecuadorian immigrant parents and a triple Bull, earning all of her degrees from the 91tvӰԺ College of Public Health (COPH).External ArticleMon, 13 Jan 2025 09:41:32 A triple Bull’s path to global public health leadershipOriginally from Naples, Fla., Adriana Campos is the daughter of Ecuadorian immigrant parents and a triple Bull, earning all of her degrees from the 91tvӰԺ College of Public Health (COPH).headshot of Adriana Campos/health/public-health/news/2025/campos.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/health/public-health/news/2025/powis.aspxHow do women and men in poor countries educate themselves about pregnancy and childbirth? Do healthcare organizations give them enough accurate information to bring a baby safely into the world? Just as important, what are the “roles’’ of the mother and father in the delivery of a newborn?External ArticleFri, 10 Jan 2025 09:30:48 91tvӰԺ professor shines light on men’s often misunderstood roles in maternal support in SenegalHow do women and men in poor countries educate themselves about pregnancy and childbirth? Do healthcare organizations give them enough accurate information to bring a baby safely into the world? Just as important, what are the “roles’’ of the mother and father in the delivery of a newborn?A father and young child/health/public-health/news/2025/powis.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/health/public-health/news/2025/welcomedean.aspxAs Dr. Sten Vermund, MD, PhD, takes over this month as the new dean of 91tvӰԺ’s College of Public Health (COPH), he brings more than deep experience in infectious disease epidemiology and prevention. The whirlwind of global change in disease, climate, technology, politics, and economies is reshaping the future of health and exposing new challenges that he believes should be confronted head-on.External ArticleFri, 10 Jan 2025 09:23:32 New COPH dean embraces local and global challenges facing public healthAs Dr. Sten Vermund, MD, PhD, takes over this month as the new dean of 91tvӰԺ’s College of Public Health (COPH), he brings more than deep experience in infectious disease epidemiology and prevention. The whirlwind of global change in disease, climate, technology, politics, and economies is reshaping the future of health and exposing new challenges that he believes should be confronted head-on.a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2025/welcomedean.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/world/news/2025/yuri-mantilla-business-spotlight-brazil.aspxBefore playing tennis internationally and being listed in the Lexology Index as a Global Elite Thought Leader for his accomplishments in the field, Mantilla was a student from Brazil coming to the U.S. to pursue his education. Read about his journey and where his experiences at 91tvӰԺ led him.Katrina SandeferTue, 07 Jan 2025 07:50:27 On and off the court: 91tvӰԺ graduate Yuri Mantilla recognized as a global business law expertBefore playing tennis internationally and being listed in the Lexology Index as a Global Elite Thought Leader for his accomplishments in the field, Mantilla was a student from Brazil coming to the U.S. to pursue his education. Read about his journey and where his experiences at 91tvӰԺ led him.Two tennis players/world/news/2025/yuri-mantilla-business-spotlight-brazil.aspxAlumni,Global NetworksBrazil,France,Spotlight/world/news/2025/seden-dogan-faculty-spotlight-turkey.aspxSeden Dogan, Assistant Professor of Instruction in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at 91tvӰԺ, has received four awards this year for her work. Read about her accomplishments and her journey at 91tvӰԺ.Katrina SandeferMon, 06 Jan 2025 15:50:07 Hopeful for the future: 91tvӰԺ professor Dr. Seden Dogan honored for her work in hospitality and tourism managementSeden Dogan, Assistant Professor of Instruction in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at 91tvӰԺ, has received four awards this year for her work. Read about her accomplishments and her journey at 91tvӰԺ.Professor Dogan and Sarasota-Manatee campus director, Brandon McLeod/world/news/2025/seden-dogan-faculty-spotlight-turkey.aspxAccolades,Faculty & StaffResearch,Spotlight/world/news/2025/alumni-delhi-dinner.aspxA small group of 91tvӰԺ alumni from New Delhi and the neighboring city of Gurugram warm up the first real winter day in India’s capital. Read to learn more about these alumni and their journeys beyond 91tvӰԺ.Aruna DasguptaMon, 06 Jan 2025 13:25:46 91tvӰԺ alumnus hosts a cozy dinner for Delhi alumniA small group of 91tvӰԺ alumni from New Delhi and the neighboring city of Gurugram warm up the first real winter day in India’s capital. Read to learn more about these alumni and their journeys beyond 91tvӰԺ.A group of alumni standing in a room, smiling/world/news/2025/alumni-delhi-dinner.aspxAlumni,Global NetworksIndiahttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2024/12/31/usf-grad-creates-new-kind-of-wearable-electronic-that-could-revolutionize-the-fieldA recent 91tvӰԺ grad could soon revolutionize the way your health data is collected, whether it’s for a sleep study, monitoring after surgery, or just for your own information. Read how this former student is now working with 91tvӰԺ and is well on her way to making a name for herself in the world of electrochemistry.External ArticleFri, 03 Jan 2025 15:26:27 91tvӰԺ grad creates new kind of wearable electronic that could revolutionize fieldA recent 91tvӰԺ grad could soon revolutionize the way your health data is collected, whether it’s for a sleep study, monitoring after surgery, or just for your own information. Read how this former student is now working with 91tvӰԺ and is well on her way to making a name for herself in the world of electrochemistry.Roy in front of a research posterhttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2024/12/31/usf-grad-creates-new-kind-of-wearable-electronic-that-could-revolutionize-the-field/world/news/2024/fall-sash-ceremony.aspxThe Fall Sash Ceremony draws students from 67 countries to the ballroom of the Marshall Student Center. Hundreds of the graduates’ family members accompanied them, nearly filling the cavernous ballroom at the Marshall Student Center. Read about the ceremony its significance in the lives of international students at 91tvӰԺ.Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:52:53 In a 91tvӰԺ tradition, international students celebrate graduation with a symbol of their home countriesThe Fall Sash Ceremony draws students from 67 countries to the ballroom of the Marshall Student Center. Hundreds of the graduates’ family members accompanied them, nearly filling the cavernous ballroom at the Marshall Student Center. Read about the ceremony its significance in the lives of international students at 91tvӰԺ.A group of students with different colored sashes raising their hands with bull sign, Rocky the Bull 91tvӰԺ mascot is standing in front of the group holding up the bull sign/world/news/2024/fall-sash-ceremony.aspxEvents,Global Networks/world/news/2024/911-dispatchers-aramco-saudi-arabia-sarasota-manatee-campus.aspxSixteen first responders from Aramco, the national oil company of Saudi Arabia, recently celebrated the completion of a 91tvӰԺ Corporate Training Security Training Collaborative certificate program on Dec. 13 at 91tvӰԺ Sarasota-Manatee, where they learned ways to improve their crisis response capabilities.Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:37:14 911 emergency personnel from Saudi Arabia boost their skills at 91tvӰԺ Sarasota-ManateeSixteen first responders from Aramco, the national oil company of Saudi Arabia, recently celebrated the completion of a 91tvӰԺ Corporate Training Security Training Collaborative certificate program on Dec. 13 at 91tvӰԺ Sarasota-Manatee, where they learned ways to improve their crisis response capabilities.A group of people with President Rhea Law holding up the "bulls" sign/world/news/2024/911-dispatchers-aramco-saudi-arabia-sarasota-manatee-campus.aspxGlobal NetworksPartnerships,Saudi Arabia/world/news/2024/nato-edge-partnership.aspxNATO’s Communications and Information Agency, the cyber arm of the 75-year-old military alliance, held NATO Edge at the Tampa Convention Center, the first time the biennial technology conference and showcase has been held in the United States. Read how the event placed a global spotlight on 91tvӰԺ entities including 91tvӰԺ World and more.Vickie ChachereWed, 11 Dec 2024 10:02:54 NATO Edge brings a historic partnership and its digital future to TampaNATO’s Communications and Information Agency, the cyber arm of the 75-year-old military alliance, held NATO Edge at the Tampa Convention Center, the first time the biennial technology conference and showcase has been held in the United States. Read how the event placed a global spotlight on 91tvӰԺ entities including 91tvӰԺ World and more.Three people standing at a booth that has the 91tvӰԺ bulls logo and they are making the "bulls sign" with their hands/world/news/2024/nato-edge-partnership.aspxEventsCommunity,Partnerships/education/blog/2024/ye-shen-grants-2024.aspxYe Shen, an assistant professor at the 91tvӰԺ College of Education, has been awarded two significant research grants. Read more about these awards and how they further her studies in heritage language learning.External ArticleThu, 05 Dec 2024 14:54:23 Ye Shen has been awarded two research grants to examine heritage language learningYe Shen, an assistant professor at the 91tvӰԺ College of Education, has been awarded two significant research grants. Read more about these awards and how they further her studies in heritage language learning.Headshot of Ye Shen./education/blog/2024/ye-shen-grants-2024.aspxAccolades,Faculty & StaffResearch/ons/news/2024/usf-student-explores-through-fulbright-uk-summer-institute.aspx91tvӰԺ student Avani Sanghvi explored creativity, activism, and cultural connections during the Fulbright UK Summer Institute at the University of Bristol. Her experience inspired new perspectives on art, identity, and the power of authentic storytelling.External ArticleWed, 04 Dec 2024 14:32:34 91tvӰԺ student explores creativity, activism through Fulbright UK Summer Institute91tvӰԺ student Avani Sanghvi explored creativity, activism, and cultural connections during the Fulbright UK Summer Institute at the University of Bristol. Her experience inspired new perspectives on art, identity, and the power of authentic storytelling. 91tvӰԺ student Avani Sanghvi sits in a modern-design chair, focused on a laptop resting on her lap./ons/news/2024/usf-student-explores-through-fulbright-uk-summer-institute.aspxStudentsFulbright,Spotlight,United Kingdom/honors/news/2024/honors-student-raehanna-brown-represents-jamaica-at-2024-chess-olympiad.aspxFreshman Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown competed with her team from Jamaica in the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary. Brown followed in her older sister’s footsteps in playing chess competitively and pursuing her education at 91tvӰԺ.External ArticleTue, 03 Dec 2024 16:59:56 Honors student Raehanna Brown represents Jamaica at 2024 Chess OlympiadFreshman Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown competed with her team from Jamaica in the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary. Brown followed in her older sister’s footsteps in playing chess competitively and pursuing her education at 91tvӰԺ.Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown sits in front of a chess board at the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary./honors/news/2024/honors-student-raehanna-brown-represents-jamaica-at-2024-chess-olympiad.aspxStudentsJamaica,Student Success,91tvӰԺ Healthhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2024/clyde-g-nixon-study-abroad-endowed-scholarship-makes-students-first-trip-abroad-possible.aspxWhen Kalia Early, a psychology major at 91tvӰԺ Sarasota-Manatee set off for Salamanca, Spain, she had no idea how profound an impact the trip would have on her. Read about her experiences studying abroad.External ArticleSun, 01 Dec 2024 14:55:27 Clyde G. Nixon Study Abroad Endowed Scholarship makes student’s first trip abroad possibleWhen Kalia Early, a psychology major at 91tvӰԺ Sarasota-Manatee set off for Salamanca, Spain, she had no idea how profound an impact the trip would have on her. Read about her experiences studying abroad.A student posing by the all of a castlehttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/magazine/2024/clyde-g-nixon-study-abroad-endowed-scholarship-makes-students-first-trip-abroad-possible.aspxStudentsSpain,Study Abroad/world/news/2024/french-business-forum-2024.aspxAt 91tvӰԺ’s inaugural French Business Forum in November, participants discovered a natural synergy between emerging technologies, which are shaping both the 91tvӰԺ’s status as a global research institution and France’s future economy. Read about those who came and how this event impacts the university locally and globally.Vickie ChachereWed, 27 Nov 2024 08:37:08 91tvӰԺ World forum is first step toward a new French connectionAt 91tvӰԺ’s inaugural French Business Forum in November, participants discovered a natural synergy between emerging technologies, which are shaping both the 91tvӰԺ’s status as a global research institution and France’s future economy. Read about those who came and how this event impacts the university locally and globally.People in business attire standing smiling at camera/world/news/2024/french-business-forum-2024.aspxEvents,Global NetworksCommunity,France,Partnerships,Research,91tvӰԺ Health/world/news/2024/global-student-center-grand-opening.aspx91tvӰԺ President Rhea Law, Rocky, 91tvӰԺ World leaders, and the broader university community officially opened the 91tvӰԺ Global Student Center. Read how the event gave the 91tvӰԺ international community a chance to explore the center’s many offerings.Katrina SandeferWed, 27 Nov 2024 08:01:48 91tvӰԺ Global Student Center opens in celebration of international education91tvӰԺ President Rhea Law, Rocky, 91tvӰԺ World leaders, and the broader university community officially opened the 91tvӰԺ Global Student Center. Read how the event gave the 91tvӰԺ international community a chance to explore the center’s many offerings.Students giving the bulls sign in front of 91tvӰԺ World green backdrop and international flags hanging above them from the ceiling/world/news/2024/global-student-center-grand-opening.aspxEvents,StudentsCommunity/world/news/2024/accolade-usf-world-ranking.aspxAccording to a new report from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education, 91tvӰԺ ranks 29th in the U.S. among all universities and 19th among public institutions. Read to learn more about this prestigious achievement.Vickie ChachereTue, 26 Nov 2024 09:59:17 91tvӰԺ solidifies its standing as top Florida destination for international studentsAccording to a new report from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education, 91tvӰԺ ranks 29th in the U.S. among all universities and 19th among public institutions. Read to learn more about this prestigious achievement.91tvӰԺ students with 91tvӰԺ President Rhea Law/world/news/2024/accolade-usf-world-ranking.aspxAccolades,Students/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-book-on-immigration-and-belonging.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26amp;amp;utm_medium=email%26amp;amp;utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+November+2024+-+Alumni+and+Donors%26amp;amp;utm_content=New+book+on+immigration+and+belonging+will+illuminate+indigenous+peoples+and+languages+of+North+AfricaHeide Castañeda, a professor of anthropology at the 91tvӰԺ, travels to Morocco to study and understand the indigenous Amazigh people — the focal point of her new book.External ArticleMon, 25 Nov 2024 15:34:30 New book on immigration and belonging will illuminate indigenous peoples and languages of North AfricaHeide Castañeda, a professor of anthropology at the 91tvӰԺ, travels to Morocco to study and understand the indigenous Amazigh people — the focal point of her new book.Heide Castañeda (second from left) poses with the Amazigh flag on a recent trip to Morocco/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-book-on-immigration-and-belonging.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26amp;amp;utm_medium=email%26amp;amp;utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+November+2024+-+Alumni+and+Donors%26amp;amp;utm_content=New+book+on+immigration+and+belonging+will+illuminate+indigenous+peoples+and+languages+of+North+AfricaFaculty & Staff,ScholarsAfrica,Research/world/news/2024/constitution-day-moldova-partnership.aspxSix campuses and five cities from two continents united at the 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg Center for Civic Engagement recently hosted a Constitution Day Discussion with faculty and students in Moldova to discuss the elections in both countries this year. Read about this event and its impact on students at 91tvӰԺ and around the world.Katrina SandeferMon, 25 Nov 2024 15:11:43 Forging a Partnership: 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg Center for Civic Engagement hosts Constitution Day Discussion on U.S., Moldova Elections Six campuses and five cities from two continents united at the 91tvӰԺ St. Petersburg Center for Civic Engagement recently hosted a Constitution Day Discussion with faculty and students in Moldova to discuss the elections in both countries this year. Read about this event and its impact on students at 91tvӰԺ and around the world.A group of college students standing in a classroom/world/news/2024/constitution-day-moldova-partnership.aspxEvents,StudentsMoldova,Partnerships/health/public-health/news/2024/stefania.aspxFollow Stefania Alastre Arcusa's journey to 91tvӰԺ College of Public Health (COPH) and ultimately to her work as a genetic counselor at Moffitt Cancer Center. Her story is one of perseverance, shaped by her experiences as an immigrant, student, and advocate for underserved communities.External ArticleMon, 25 Nov 2024 14:37:04 The journey of one alumna defined by perseverance and purposeFollow Stefania Alastre Arcusa's journey to 91tvӰԺ College of Public Health (COPH) and ultimately to her work as a genetic counselor at Moffitt Cancer Center. Her story is one of perseverance, shaped by her experiences as an immigrant, student, and advocate for underserved communities.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2024/stefania.aspxAlumni,Global Networks91tvӰԺ Health,Venezuela/world/news/2024/daniel-yeh-spotlight-india.aspxThe 91tvӰԺ College of Engineering professor whose vision of building a clean-energy system that could solve challenges in parts of the world with no sanitation systems was inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame in October. Read how his technology is being used in India, South Africa, and on a global scale.Fri, 22 Nov 2024 13:07:25 91tvӰԺ creator of global clean water, energy technology is inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of FameThe 91tvӰԺ College of Engineering professor whose vision of building a clean-energy system that could solve challenges in parts of the world with no sanitation systems was inducted into the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame in October. Read how his technology is being used in India, South Africa, and on a global scale.Daniel Yeh with two other people/world/news/2024/daniel-yeh-spotlight-india.aspxAccolades,Faculty & StaffCommunity,India,Research,Spotlight/honors/news/2024/former-first-minister-of-scotland-inspires-honors-students.aspxFrom professional footballer to First Minister of Scotland, the Right Honorable Henry McLeish’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and dedication to public service. Now, as a Judy Genshaft Honors College visiting professor of practice, McLeish shares his rich experience with students, inspiring them to think globally and reconsider the impact of civic engagement.External ArticleFri, 22 Nov 2024 10:35:31 Public service and leadership: Former first minister of Scotland inspires honors studentsFrom professional footballer to First Minister of Scotland, the Right Honorable Henry McLeish’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and dedication to public service. Now, as a Judy Genshaft Honors College visiting professor of practice, McLeish shares his rich experience with students, inspiring them to think globally and reconsider the impact of civic engagement.From professional footballer to First Minister of Scotland, the Right Honorable Henry McLeish’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and dedication to public service. Now, as a Judy Genshaft Honors College visiting professor of practice, McLeish shares his rich experience with students, inspiring them to think globally and reconsider the impact of civic engagement./honors/news/2024/former-first-minister-of-scotland-inspires-honors-students.aspxFaculty & Staff,Scholars,StudentsScotland/world/news/2024/immigrant-research-center-community.aspxFlorida is one of three states where half of the immigrant population in the U.S. lives. The goal of the 91tvӰԺ center is to enhance the socioeconomic success and well-being of immigrant communities. Read how they plan to do this and more.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:42:12 As uncertainty abounds, 91tvӰԺ's Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center forges community tiesFlorida is one of three states where half of the immigrant population in the U.S. lives. The goal of the 91tvӰԺ center is to enhance the socioeconomic success and well-being of immigrant communities. Read how they plan to do this and more.Cielo Gomez with her mom and another person smiling with a green usf Bulls background/world/news/2024/immigrant-research-center-community.aspxAlumni,Events,Faculty & StaffCommunity,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-loni-hagens-fulbright-award-will-foster-research-and-international-academic-relationships.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+November+2024+-+Alumni+and+Donors%26utm_content=Loni+Hagen%e2%80%99s+Fulbright+Award+is+fostering+research+and+international+relationshipsLoni Hagen, an associate professor in the School of Information, received the Fulbright Study/Research Award, a grant that allows her to develop new research projects and collaborative opportunities between the University of Tsukuba and the 91tvӰԺ.External ArticleWed, 20 Nov 2024 14:57:50 Dr. Loni Hagen’s Fulbright Award will foster research and international, academic relationshipsLoni Hagen, an associate professor in the School of Information, received the Fulbright Study/Research Award, a grant that allows her to develop new research projects and collaborative opportunities between the University of Tsukuba and the 91tvӰԺ.Dr. Loni Hagen receiving her Fulbright Award in Kyoto, Japan. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Loni Hagen)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-loni-hagens-fulbright-award-will-foster-research-and-international-academic-relationships.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+November+2024+-+Alumni+and+Donors%26utm_content=Loni+Hagen%e2%80%99s+Fulbright+Award+is+fostering+research+and+international+relationshipsAccolades,Faculty & StaffFulbright,Research/news/2024/usf-research-explores-volcanic-caves-advancing-the-search-for-life-on-mars.aspxAn international research team led by 91tvӰԺ professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.External ArticleMon, 18 Nov 2024 16:26:54 How volcanic cave research is advancing the search for life on MarsAn international research team led by 91tvӰԺ professor Bogdan P. Onac has uncovered preserved biosignatures in Spain’s lava tubes, providing insights into Earth’s ancient environments that could guide the search for past microbial life on Mars.A man with protective helmet and light is looking into a cave/news/2024/usf-research-explores-volcanic-caves-advancing-the-search-for-life-on-mars.aspxFaculty & StaffResearch/business/about/bios/brooke-hansen-kimberly.aspxCongratulations to Kimberly Brooke Hansen for being awarded a 2024 Fulbright Specialist Award to Serbia. She will begin her three-year program next month at the University of Belgrade.External ArticleFri, 15 Nov 2024 15:18:47 Kimberly Brooke Hansen named Fulbright SpecialistCongratulations to Kimberly Brooke Hansen for being awarded a 2024 Fulbright Specialist Award to Serbia. She will begin her three-year program next month at the University of Belgrade.Kimberly Brooke Hansen on a boat with tourists/business/about/bios/brooke-hansen-kimberly.aspxAccolades,Faculty & StaffFulbright,Research/news/2024/usf-professor-confirms-egyptians-drank-hallucinogenic-cocktails-in-ancient-rituals.aspxThrough advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual. Read more about his findings.External ArticleThu, 14 Nov 2024 16:40:54 91tvӰԺ professor confirms Egyptians drank hallucinogenic cocktails in ancient ritualsThrough advanced chemical analyses on an Egyptian vase at the Tampa Museum of Art, Davide Tanasi confirmed the vase last held a cocktail of psychedelic drugs, likely for a magical ritual. Read more about his findings.Davide holding the 3D printed replica of the mug/news/2024/usf-professor-confirms-egyptians-drank-hallucinogenic-cocktails-in-ancient-rituals.aspxFaculty & StaffEgypt,Research/education/blog/2024/rise-caribbean-2024.aspxThis initiative, which began in 2021 when Patriann Smith, a then assistant professor in Literacy Studies at the 91tvӰԺ College of Education, along with international partners, secured a $3.6 million grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), culminated in a RISE Caribbean Conference held at the 91tvӰԺ Patel Center for Global Solutions in 2023.External ArticleTue, 12 Nov 2024 00:20:46 91tvӰԺ College of Education faculty make international impact participating in RISE CaribbeanThis initiative, which began in 2021 when Patriann Smith, a then assistant professor in Literacy Studies at the 91tvӰԺ College of Education, along with international partners, secured a $3.6 million grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), culminated in a RISE Caribbean Conference held at the 91tvӰԺ Patel Center for Global Solutions in 2023.Group photo at the RISE Caribbean Educational Research Conference/education/blog/2024/rise-caribbean-2024.aspxEvents,Faculty & StaffCaribbean,Partnerships,Research/pcgs/news/2024/uel-pcgs-symposium.aspxPatel College of Global Sustainability (PCGS) , University of East London (UEL) and the Royal Docklands Center for Sustainability held an online joint symposium to highlight applied sustainability projects.External ArticleWed, 30 Oct 2024 09:13:39 UEL Sustainability Research Institute joins PCGS for online Joint SymposiumPatel College of Global Sustainability (PCGS) , University of East London (UEL) and the Royal Docklands Center for Sustainability held an online joint symposium to highlight applied sustainability projects.A student scientist studying a plant in a greenhouse/pcgs/news/2024/uel-pcgs-symposium.aspxEventsPartnerships,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/bill-bakers-career-of-merging-the-world-of-marine-organisms-and-medicine.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+October+2024+-+CAS+Alumni+and+Donors%26utm_content=Dr.+Bill+Baker%26amp%3b%23x27%3bs+career+of+merging+the+world+of+marine+organisms+and+medicine91tvӰԺ College of Arts and Sciences professor Dr. Bill Baker has dedicated his research career to the creation of live-saving human therapeutics using marine invertebrates.External ArticleTue, 29 Oct 2024 14:58:08 Dr. Bill Baker's career of merging the world of marine organisms and medicine91tvӰԺ College of Arts and Sciences professor Dr. Bill Baker has dedicated his research career to the creation of live-saving human therapeutics using marine invertebrates.Team member Margaret Amsler scouts the diverse and abundant Antarctic sea floor for interesting marine organisms to collect. (Photo courtesy of Bill Baker)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/bill-bakers-career-of-merging-the-world-of-marine-organisms-and-medicine.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+October+2024+-+CAS+Alumni+and+Donors%26utm_content=Dr.+Bill+Baker%26amp%3b%23x27%3bs+career+of+merging+the+world+of+marine+organisms+and+medicineFaculty & StaffResearch,Spotlight/world/news/2024/khan-spotlight-india.aspx91tvӰԺ alum, Yunus Khan, shares his work experiences and perspectives on how he grew as a professional during his years in the 91tvӰԺ College of Engineering with 91tvӰԺ World.Aruna DasguptaTue, 29 Oct 2024 00:31:12 Q&A with 91tvӰԺ Alum Yunus Khan: A 2017 mechanical engineering graduate rises in career as Senior Lean Program Manager for Siemens91tvӰԺ alum, Yunus Khan, shares his work experiences and perspectives on how he grew as a professional during his years in the 91tvӰԺ College of Engineering with 91tvӰԺ World.A group of people wearing safety gear in a large warehouse/world/news/2024/khan-spotlight-india.aspxAlumni,Global NetworksIndia,Spotlight/business/news/2024/11-01-fabio-favari.aspxFabio Favari, a junior finance student at the 91tvӰԺ, embarked on an extraordinary journey from Brazil to the United States, driven by a singular purpose: education. Now, he's preparing for an internship at Goldman Sachs in New York City.External ArticleMon, 28 Oct 2024 16:05:24 Student Spotlight: 91tvӰԺ finance student Fabio Favari lands Goldman Sachs internship in New YorkFabio Favari, a junior finance student at the 91tvӰԺ, embarked on an extraordinary journey from Brazil to the United States, driven by a singular purpose: education. Now, he's preparing for an internship at Goldman Sachs in New York City.Fabio Favari headshot/business/news/2024/11-01-fabio-favari.aspxStudentsBrazil,Spotlight,Student Success/health/public-health/news/2024/dugat.aspxDr. Vickie Dugat is a 91tvӰԺ College of Public Health post-doctoral scholar celebrating earning the Top 20 Under 40 Young Haitian-American Professionals for 2024 from the Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida.External ArticleFri, 25 Oct 2024 16:39:41 Championing health equity: Dr. Vickie Dugat Named Top 20 Under 40 Haitian-American Professional for 2024Dr. Vickie Dugat is a 91tvӰԺ College of Public Health post-doctoral scholar celebrating earning the Top 20 Under 40 Young Haitian-American Professionals for 2024 from the Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida.A headshot of a professional/health/public-health/news/2024/dugat.aspxScholarsHaiti,Partnerships,Research,Spotlight,91tvӰԺ Health/engineering/news/2024/yazuz-usf-cse-nsf-grant-300k-satuq.aspxDr. Attila A. Yavuz of 91tvӰԺ’s Computer Science and Engineering Department has been awarded a $364,117 NSF grant to advance cybersecurity for integrated satellite-terrestrial networks. His SATUQ project focuses on quantum-resistant cryptography and decentralized security to safeguard critical infrastructure and emerging tech like 6G.External ArticleFri, 25 Oct 2024 16:16:00 NSF Grant awarded to Dr. Yavuz of 91tvӰԺ’s Engineering Computer Science Department for SATUQ ProjectDr. Attila A. Yavuz of 91tvӰԺ’s Computer Science and Engineering Department has been awarded a $364,117 NSF grant to advance cybersecurity for integrated satellite-terrestrial networks. His SATUQ project focuses on quantum-resistant cryptography and decentralized security to safeguard critical infrastructure and emerging tech like 6G.91tvӰԺ: A Preeminent Research University/engineering/news/2024/yazuz-usf-cse-nsf-grant-300k-satuq.aspxFaculty & StaffPartnerships,Switzerland