/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usFri, 23 Jan 2026 12:02:17 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxWith $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, USF ranks No. 47 among the nation’s public universities – and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:12:05 USF rises in new research rankings, outpacing many peer institutions in growthWith $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, USF ranks No. 47 among the nation’s public universities – and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.Physician looks at screen of baby in the NICU/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsMyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2026/usf-debuts-new-homepage-enhancing-user-experience.aspxThe redesign was informed by a yearlong research effort that included surveys, focus groups and in-depth analysis of website data – examining how multiple audiences use the USF homepage and what they are looking for when they arrive.Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:29:11 USF debuts new homepage, enhancing user experienceThe redesign was informed by a yearlong research effort that included surveys, focus groups and in-depth analysis of website data – examining how multiple audiences use the USF homepage and what they are looking for when they arrive.new USF homepage/news/2026/usf-debuts-new-homepage-enhancing-user-experience.aspx70th Anniversary,University News70th anniversary,Tina Meketa,University Communications and Marketing/news/2026/usf-earns-national-recognition-for-community-engagement.aspxThe 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement recognizes USF’s deep, sustained commitment to partnership-driven work that aligns university expertise with community priorities, including economic development, education and health.Mon, 12 Jan 2026 07:52:49 USF earns national recognition for community engagementThe 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement recognizes USF’s deep, sustained commitment to partnership-driven work that aligns university expertise with community priorities, including economic development, education and health.USF students and Tampa Bay Lightning community members joined forces at UACDC Harvest Hope Park for the USF Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement Volunteer in the Garden event./news/2026/usf-earns-national-recognition-for-community-engagement.aspxCommunity PartnershipsMyUSF,Office of University Community Partnerships,Tina Meketa/news/2025/top-stories-of-2025.aspxFrom launching the nation’s first college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to celebrating an historic football season, 2025 was defined by bold moments and impactful leadership. As we turn the page to the second half of the decade, here are some of the year’s top stories.Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:24:59 Top stories of 2025From launching the nation’s first college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to celebrating an historic football season, 2025 was defined by bold moments and impactful leadership. As we turn the page to the second half of the decade, here are some of the year’s top stories.Graphic says, "A Year of Bold" with photo montage/news/2025/top-stories-of-2025.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF,Tina Meketa,Top Stories/news/2025/usf-board-of-trustees-honors-president-rhea-law-during-final-in-person-meeting-of-2025.aspxPresident Rhea Law’s lifelong commitment to the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ – as a student, employee, founding member of the USF Board of Trustees and the institution’s first alum to serve as president – will leave a lasting legacy that continues well beyond her tenure.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:47:08 USF Board of Trustees celebrates President Rhea Law with special honors and planned recognitions on campusPresident Rhea Law’s lifelong commitment to the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ – as a student, employee, founding member of the USF Board of Trustees and the institution’s first alum to serve as president – will leave a lasting legacy that continues well beyond her tenure.Mike Griffin, Rhea Law, Will Weatherford/news/2025/usf-board-of-trustees-honors-president-rhea-law-during-final-in-person-meeting-of-2025.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Trustees,MyUSF,Rhea Law,Tina Meketa/news/2025/florida-employers-gain-competitive-edge-as-usf-expands-federally-funded-cybersecurity-program.aspxDue to its success, the university is nearly doubling enrollment of the InfoSec Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst program, offering it for free to 400 military veterans, first responders and public-sector professionals.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:58:33 Florida employers gain competitive edge as USF expands federally funded cybersecurity programDue to its success, the university is nearly doubling enrollment of the InfoSec Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst program, offering it for free to 400 military veterans, first responders and public-sector professionals.Man sits at computer screens/news/2025/florida-employers-gain-competitive-edge-as-usf-expands-federally-funded-cybersecurity-program.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AICorporate Training and Professional Development,Office of University Community Partnerships,Tina Meketa/news/2025/how-gut-health-and-food-can-transform-diabetes-management-and-prevent-disease.aspxUSF researcher Hariom Yadav is uncovering how strengthening gut health through nutrient-rich foods could help prevent chronic diseases – transforming the way we think about medicine.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:29:27 How gut health and food can transform diabetes management and prevent diseaseUSF researcher Hariom Yadav is uncovering how strengthening gut health through nutrient-rich foods could help prevent chronic diseases – transforming the way we think about medicine.Yogurt with fruit/news/2025/how-gut-health-and-food-can-transform-diabetes-management-and-prevent-disease.aspxResearch and Innovation,USF HealthMorsani College of Medicine,Tina Meketa,USF Health/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxIndustry partnerships have propelled the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:46:53 USF research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyondIndustry partnerships have propelled the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.Two women in a lab/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,USF Health/news/2025/simulated-cyberattack-national-security-highlight-inaugural-cyberbay-conference.aspxMore than 1,000 people attended CyberBay 2025, many from outside of Florida, to explore Tampa Bay’s emergence as a national hub for cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and national security.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:51:15 Simulated cyberattack, national security highlight inaugural CyberBay conferenceMore than 1,000 people attended CyberBay 2025, many from outside of Florida, to explore Tampa Bay’s emergence as a national hub for cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and national security.Laser show during CyberBay conference/news/2025/simulated-cyberattack-national-security-highlight-inaugural-cyberbay-conference.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Cyber/AIBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Tina Meketa,USF Foundation/news/2025/usf-secures-contract-with-usf-army-strengthening-collaboration-with-department-of-defense.aspxThe »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ has signed a five-year research contract worth up to $85 million with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory. The partnership strengthens USF’s defense research in cybersecurity, biotechnology and energy sciences while offering students valuable internship opportunities.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:53:21 USF secures contract with U.S. Army, strengthening collaboration with Department of DefenseThe »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ has signed a five-year research contract worth up to $85 million with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory. The partnership strengthens USF’s defense research in cybersecurity, biotechnology and energy sciences while offering students valuable internship opportunities. IAE President and CEO Darren Schumacher; USF President Rhea Law; Eric Moore, deputy to the commanding general, U.S. Army DEVCOM; Adam Rawlett, senior scientist, U.S. Army Research Lab; Norma Alcantar, engineering professor and associate dean of research/news/2025/usf-secures-contract-with-usf-army-strengthening-collaboration-with-department-of-defense.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,Student Success,University NewsCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MacDill Air Force Base,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2025/usf-invention-helps-u-s-military-counter-deadly-improvised-explosive-device-attacks.aspxWhat started as a weekend sketch and a student prototype at USF is now saving lives on the battlefield. Discover how a simple invention transformed operations against one of the military’s deadliest threats.Wed, 03 Sep 2025 08:16:00 USF invention helps U.S. military counter deadly improvised explosive devicesWhat started as a weekend sketch and a student prototype at USF is now saving lives on the battlefield. Discover how a simple invention transformed operations against one of the military’s deadliest threats.Tony Lattanze works on the JCREW with a service member/news/2025/usf-invention-helps-u-s-military-counter-deadly-improvised-explosive-device-attacks.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,Student SuccessCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,Tina Meketa/news/2025/top-stories-of-usfs-summer-semester.aspxUSF’s campuses remained vibrant throughout the summer – breaking multiple records. From lifesaving research, to philanthropic giving and thousands of K-12 students connecting at summer camp, the USF community embodies what it means to be bold. Read more about some of the summer semester's biggest moments.Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:02:29 Top stories of USF's summer semesterUSF’s campuses remained vibrant throughout the summer – breaking multiple records. From lifesaving research, to philanthropic giving and thousands of K-12 students connecting at summer camp, the USF community embodies what it means to be bold. Read more about some of the summer semester's biggest moments.Exterior signage of the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ/news/2025/top-stories-of-usfs-summer-semester.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF,Tina Meketa