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Top stories of USF's spring semester

As USF shifts into summer, thousands of new graduates are entering the workforce prepared to meet industry demand and elevate the talent pipeline across Tampa Bay, the state and nation. Their final semester at USF was packed with milestone moments: a record-setting donation, multiple national championships and top-tier rankings that affirm the value of a USF degree.

May 12, 2025University News

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USF confers more than 7,700 degrees during spring commencement ceremonies

Graduates included a mother and son earning their degrees, a cancer survivor who never gave up on her educational goal and twin sisters who created thriving startups, winning awards along the way to fuel their entrepreneurial journeys.

May 12, 2025Student Success, University News

USF President Rhea Law gives the go bulls hand signal at commencement

Local meteorologist Denis Phillips, Tampa Bay Sports Commission’s Rob Higgins among award recipients at USF’s Spring commencement

The ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏ honored seven individuals for their service to the university, the Tampa Bay community and the nation during Commencement ceremonies May 8-11.

May 12, 2025University News

Travis Bell and Rocky the Bull

Humor, embarrassment and joy: Meet the name readers of USF’s commencement ceremonies

For those in attendance, the conferring of thousands of degrees each semester seems to run smoothly. But for the commencement readers, getting those names right takes preparation, care and a bit of courage.

April 30, 2025University News

Rending of USF on campus stadium

Trustees approve updated USF stadium plan, paving the way for full construction to move forward

Check out USF’s latest rendering for the stadium and learn more about how construction is ramping up – putting it on track to open in fall 2027.

April 29, 2025USF Athletics, University News

ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏ: A Preeminent Research University

A message from President Rhea Law

USF President Rhea Law issues a statement following the tragic events at Florida State University.

April 17, 2025University News

Dr. Charles J. Lockwood, executive vice president of USF Health and dean of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, Wendi Goodson-Celerin, executive vice president and chief nursing executive at Tampa General Hospital, USF President Rhea Law, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, College of Nursing Dean Usha Menon and USF nursing student Sydney Bauer

USF celebrates construction milestone for new facility aimed at addressing Florida’s nursing shortage

The USF Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of Florida’s growing demand for qualified nurses.

April 17, 2025USF Health, University News

USF student poses with Rocky at the Florida Senate chamber

ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏ gain important experience, advocate for USF during Day at the Capitol

With less than three weeks left in the legislative session, nearly 100 USF students spent the day in Tallahassee meeting with lawmakers and learning the importance of civic engagement.

April 15, 2025University News

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USF recognized by Forbes as one of America’s top large employers and the best among Florida universities

The ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏ has been named one of the nation's premier employers and top university employer in Florida by Forbes, highlighting its vibrant workplace culture, commitment to innovation and investment in employee success.

April 8, 2025University News

Student crosses stage at USF commencement

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

The ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏ 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.

April 8, 2025Student Success, University News

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USF Health Morsani College of Medicine named top medical school in Florida and among nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has been ranked the No. 1 medical school in Florida and among just 16 in the U.S. to earn a prestigious Tier 1 designation by U.S. News & World Report. With record-breaking research funding and elite student achievement, USF Health continues to drive innovation in medical education, research and patient care.

April 8, 2025USF Health, University News

Since opening in 2011, the School of Music's Concert Hall has become a musical gem for both USF and the Tampa Bay region. The only thing it was missing was an identity. Now, thanks to the generosity of Pete and Cynthia Zinober, it has one.

March 20, 2025University News

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