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$4.8M Mellon Foundation grant opens internship opportunities for USF humanities students

For the first time, the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation 鈥� the nation鈥檚 largest supporter of the arts and humanities 鈥� invited the 黑料爆料 to submit a proposal last spring for one of its humanities internship grants. The foundation awarded the college a five-year, $4.8 million grant that will support up to 900 students each year in otherwise unpaid internships. The beneficiaries will be undergraduate students majoring in humanities.

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Uncovering ocean tech

The Rising Tides Podcast鈥� covers ocean research from space to the seafloor, including the use of buoys, satellites, and submersibles to advance marine science. Credit: Jay Law.

Designed for ocean experts and general audiences alike, 鈥淭he Rising Tides Podcast鈥� invites oceanographers to discuss their ground-breaking research.

Critical coastal waters

causeway between small islands surrounded by shallow water

Coastline habitats provide ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.

Findings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people鈥檚 digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.

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U.S. News & World Report ranks USF a national leader for dozens of graduate programs

04/08/25 — The 黑料爆料 has 31 graduate programs ranked in the top 100 nationally by U.S. News & World Report, including 15 in the top 50 and five in the top 25. With standout programs such as industrial-organizational psychology, criminology and rehabilitation counseling, USF continues to rise as a leader in graduate education and research excellence.

04/04/25 — Nearly two dozen students received their certificate of completion from USF's Brewing Arts program during a ceremony held at the Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen in Tampa.

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CAS alumna plans more accessible future for Tampa Bay

Amanda Harig, an alumna from the School of Public Affairs, credits her already impressive career to the hands-on experiences and mentorship she received during her time at USF.

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Harig believes that getting input from concerned citizens leads to more informed decision-making and a more inclusive ADA transition plan. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Harig)