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Regional Chancellor Karen Holbrook leaves legacy of transformation at USF Sarasota-Manatee
Karen Holbrook, who is retiring as USF Sarasota-Manatee's regional chancellor at the end of 2024, led the campus through tremendous growth and success.
December 11, 2024Campus News, Events, Research, Students
Campus Insider | December 2024
Campus Insider is a monthly publication from the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee, featuring exciting university news, research and stories of impact.
December 11, 2024Campus News, Events, Research, Students
Momentum magazine celebrates USF Sarasota-Manatee's research, community engagement efforts and new student center and residence hall
New edition of Momentum magazine details many ways the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee is growing on campus and in the local community.
December 10, 2024Campus News, Events, Research, Students
USF sets new record with $738 million in research funding
The milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.
December 10, 2024Research
Graduate says research opportunities at USF Sarasota-Manatee prepared her for future success
Fall graduate Maegan Durzini’s journey at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee has been defined by academic challenges and opportunities to grow as a leader.
USF to confer more than 3,900 degrees during fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 13-14
This graduating class includes a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.
December 9, 2024Campus News, Students
USF Muma College of Business hosts 10th naming anniversary event
Over 100 people attended the celebratory event. The 10-year milestone was celebrated with bursts of green and gold confetti, a 15-piece pep band, and heartfelt congratulatory speeches.
December 6, 2024Campus News
USF's Online Master of Social Work program builds confidence through immersive home visit simulation
Imagine being a social worker called to conduct a routine check on a family receiving support services. School teachers reported signs of possible neglect, poor hygiene, and frequent hunger. When you arrive, the smell of smoke lingers in the air, and piles of empty liquor bottles fill the garbage. What do you do next?
December 6, 2024Research
USF recognized by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Dream Employers’
The University of South Florida is one of the best places to work in the country, according to the inaugural list of America’s Dream Employers 2025 recently released by Forbes. USF was the only public or private university in Florida to make the list.
December 5, 2024Campus News
USF solidifies its standing as top Florida destination for international students
According to a new report from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education, USF ranks 29th in the U.S. among all universities and 19th among public institutions. Read to learn more about this prestigious achievement.
November 26, 2024Students
Fossil Hunters: Honors students travel 400 million years into the past with study away course
Led by USF Sarasota-Manatee Professor Lydia Wassink, Fossil Hunters is a Maymester Honors study away course that takes students on a hands-on exploration of Ordovician-era fossils. The program includes a trip to the Midwest where students collect fossils, learn virtual mapping skills, and create projects showcasing evolutionary concepts.
‘Once you’re in it, you’re in it for life.’ Aspiring surgeon receives wraparound support from Women in Leadership & Philanthropy program
Gabrielle Merlo received the Women in Leadership & Philanthropy USF Sarasota-Manatee Scholarship. She received $1,000 to support her studies this year.
November 21, 2024Students