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What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlement

What a submerged ancient bridge discovered in a Spanish cave reveals about early human settlement

Led by a USF geologist, a team of researchers examined a submerged 25-foot bridge to tackle a long-lasting archaeological controversy: When humans settled on the islands in the western Mediterranean. This study narrows a historical gap between the settlement timelines of the eastern and western Mediterranean regions.

August 30, 2024Research and Innovation

Amit Bose, administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration, Dean Sanjukta Bhanja, interim dean of the USF College of Engineering and Fred Mannering, executive director of CUTR

USF moves full steam ahead on its first-ever grant from the Federal Railroad Administration

With railroad employment steadily declining nationwide, USF researchers are working to stabilize the industry – funded by a $17 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration, the agency’s first grant ever to be awarded to USF.

August 29, 2024Research and Innovation

»Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ: A Preeminent Research University

USF, Florida High Tech Corridor partner to support advancement of innovations

AI literacy, bilingual educator training, immersive learning experiences and social and emotional learning curriculum will receive $100,000 boost.

August 29, 2024Research and Innovation

Four innovative start-ups awarded Foundation BRAG funding to advance USF technologies

Four innovative start-ups awarded Foundation BRAG funding to advance USF technologies

The »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ Foundation and the »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ Research Foundation are proud to announce the latest recipients of Foundation Bull Ring Accelerator Grants (BRAG).

August 29, 2024Research and Innovation

New study: Among Viking societies, Norway was much more violent than Denmark

New study: Among Viking societies, Norway was much more violent than Denmark

The study sheds new light on how Viking Age societies in Norway and Denmark differed in their experiences with violence and the role social structures played in shaping those patterns.

August 28, 2024Research and Innovation

Tampa General Hospital at night

USF Health and Tampa General Hospital enhance academic medicine with increased investment, greater integration

Tampa General will direct more than $162 million to USF Health – an extraordinary investment to support a shared vision between the two affiliated organizations to increase integration, recruit best-in-class providers and advance research initiatives while continuing to grow the region’s economy and create jobs.

August 28, 2024USF Health

Students walk outside the Marshall Student Center

USF receives record number of applications, welcomes high-achieving class of incoming students

More than 68,00 students applied to USF for the 2024-2025 academic year. Enrollment remains strong, bucking national trends and in spite of FAFSA challenges.

August 27, 2024University News

More students than ever will live on USF campuses this fall.

Despite rainy start, vibrance returns to USF's residence halls

Residence halls at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ will hit record capacity numbers this fall, as thousands of students and their families move onto the university’s three campuses this week.

August 22, 2024Campus Life, University News

The Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease.

August 21, 2024Research and Innovation

USF employees were treated to an appreciation luncheon at the Lifsey House on Aug. 15

USF recognized by Forbes as one of Florida’s top employers, best among state universities

Forbes surveyed more than 160,000 employees working for companies with at least 500 people within the United States. The recognition further energizes USF's ongoing efforts to recruit, reward and retain the nation’s most talented workforce.

August 21, 2024University News

Named after a rare tropical butterfly that frequents the campus, Atala Hall will be home to 200 students empowered to help build a new campus community at USF Sarasota-Manatee.

August 19, 2024Campus Life

USF students participate in the Esports Living Lab

USF unveils Esports Living Lab, ushering in a new era for the university’s premiere collegiate esports program

The 2,700-square-foot lab features an open space where 40 Lenovo Legion gaming PCs are available for recreational use by all students, a private gaming suite with six PCs for esports competition and a broadcast and design room equipped with production equipment for students covering live esports events.

August 19, 2024Campus Life

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