USF just hit $750M in research funding; here’s why it matters
USF’s record $750 million in research funding marks a major milestone for Tampa Bay’s innovation economy.
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USF names sole finalist for presidency
USF names Moez Limayem sole finalist for its presidency, a decision that could shape Tampa Bay’s economic and educational future.
USF climbs top 50 public universities, cementing its place among Florida’s best colleges
The University of South Florida is staking a stronger claim as one of the nation’s top universities, climbing to its highest position ever in U.S News & World Report’s annual rankings. In results released Sept. 23, USF rose to No. 88 overall, among all public and private universities, up from No. 91 the previous year. … Read more
USF announces search committee for next president
The University of South Florida Board of Trustees has formed a search committee to identify the university’s next president. Board Vice Chair Mike Griffin, a USF alumnus and co-head of the Florida region at Savills, will lead the search committee. Griffin also chaired the university’s 2021-22 presidential search and facilitated nearly 40 listening sessions with … Read more
Gonzmart family donates $1 million for USF On-Campus Stadium
The University of South Florida has announced another major donation. The Gonzmart Family Foundation has gifted the school $1 million to support its new on-campus stadium. The Gonzmart Family Foundation, led by Richard Gonzmart, Casey Gonzmart Sr., Andrea Gonzmart Williams and Casey Gonzmart Jr., represents fourth- and fifth-generation owners of the Columbia Restaurant Group. Richard … Read more
USF unveils new stadium renderings ahead of groundbreaking
Four new images reveal the fan experience and unique stadium features.
Save the Kids Foundation teams up with USF for pediatric brain cancer
Save the Kids Foundation has partnered with the University of South Florida to launch a new research lab aimed at treating Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumors, a rare, and aggressive, pediatric brain cancer with survival rates as low as 10-30%. This collaboration, marked by the opening of a dedicated lab at USF, aims to advance research … Read more
Horton Family Foundation donates $1 million for USF on-campus stadium
The Horton Family Foundation, led by Oscar and Miriam Horton, has pledged $1 million to support the University of South Florida’s on-campus stadium, set to break ground Nov. 8. “We deeply appreciate Oscar and Miriam’s investment in our new stadium, which demonstrates their confidence in the vital role the project will play in the University … Read more
USF Athletics announces series of tributes honoring Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim’s legacy
In an announcement made at the celebration of life for Amir Abdur-Rahim, the University of South Florida Athletics revealed a series of tributes to honor the coach, who passed away unexpectedly. A central tribute will be a permanent installation at the Yuengling Center, the Bulls’ home arena, where fans, students and athletes can gather to … Read more
USF Athletics names interim men’s basketball coach
University of South Florida Athletics has appointed associate head coach Ben Fletcher as interim head coach, for the 2024-25 men’s basketball season, following the passing of head coach Amir Abdur-Rahim. Fletcher, promoted to associate head coach in June, has been with USF since 2023 and was pivotal in leading the Bulls to a 25-8 record, … Read more