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USF hospitality students assess Busch Gardens guest experience
Course taught by USF Sarasota-Manatee associate professor Faizan Ali gave hospitality students hands-on experience by tying classroom lessons with real-world applications through partnerships with industry professionals.
Campus Insider | December 2023
Campus Insider is a monthly newsletter from the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee, featuring exciting university news, research and stories of impact.
December 6, 2023Campus News, Events, Research, Students
Two outstanding fall graduates from USF Sarasota-Manatee share their stories
USF will award more than 4,400 degrees to students from all three campuses during fall commencement ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 8, and Saturday, Dec. 9 at the Yuengling Center on the Tampa campus. Among those graduating are Thomas Burt and Rachel Cacace of the College of Education at USF Sarasota-Manatee, whose stories illustrate the value of graduate education.
USF expands Suit-A-Bull to help students dress for success
The on-campus resource provides students with free business attire as they embark on their professional journey.
December 6, 2023Students
USF alum named Principal of the Year in Manatee County
The School District of Manatee County named USF Sarasota-Manatee alumnus Joshua Bennett Principal of the Year. Bennett, who has served as the principal for Braden River Elementary School since 2019, graduated from USF in 1999 and 2004.
December 5, 2023Students
Veteran FBI agent takes over as head of campus security and safety at USF Sarasota-Manatee
Scott McMillion, a 25-year FBI agent with experience in a wide range of investigative and supervisory roles across the country has been named the assistant director of campus security and safety at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee.
December 5, 2023Campus News
USF conferred more than 4,400 degrees during fall commencement
Graduates include student veterans, a mother-daughter earning their degrees at the same time and a future engineer with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder graduating with a near-perfect GPA.
USF adds eco-friendly flair to commencement
Graduates and guests attending fall commencement will see some enhancements to regalia, stage design and programs – many of which were made with sustainability in mind.
'This scholarship is everything.' Phil King’s gift celebrates a dear friend as it cares for the caregivers
Phil King, who is retiring as development and engagement officer at USF Sarasota-Manatee established the Phillip D. King Endowed Scholarship in 2018 to support Sarasota-Manatee nursing students.
November 28, 2023Campus News
USF adopts a ‘veteran inclusive’ approach to better support military-connected students
USF is home to nearly 1,400 student veterans. They are among roughly one million college students with military backgrounds nationwide. USF has recently adopted a “veteran inclusive” approach that recognizes veterans’ experiences and viewpoints and incorporates them into everyday campus life.
November 20, 2023Students
USF’s InEd Studios: Shaping the future of online education
USF’s Innovative Education is taking online courses to the next level with cutting-edge technology and providing students with hands-on experience working behind the scenes.
November 16, 2023Students
USF earns national recognition for commitment to global learning
USF was honored with the 2023 Association of Public and Land-grant Universities International Impact Award for Global Teaching and Learning. The national award recognizes USF for innovative and impactful global learning, research and engagement efforts.
November 15, 2023Campus News, Research