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Dr. Judithanne Scourfield McLauchlan (right) receives the Leadership Excellence Award from UBT Rector Edmond Hajrizi (left). (Photo courtesy of Judithanne Scourfield McLauchlan)

Dr. Judithanne Scourfield McLauchlan receives Leadership Excellence Award during Western Balkans political study visit

McLauchlan received the award during a political study visit to the Western Balkans, where she met with various government officials, organization leaders, and scholars to discuss academic collaboration and the future of shared research.

November 8, 2023Accomplishments

Dr. Davide Tanasi delivered an acceptance speech at the award ceremony, held in Sarasota, Fla. (Photo courtesy of GCICS)

Dr. Davide Tanasi earns Italian American of the Year award

Dr. Davide Tanasi has been named the Gulf Coast Italian Culture and Society’s 2023 Italian American of the Year for his achievements in the field of Mediterranean archaeology.

November 6, 2023Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research

USF Sarasota-Manatee scholar seeks to uncover what drives women living and working far from home.

November 1, 2023Research

Interdisciplinary research team studies byproducts of the brewing process — and how it might be reused to minimize waste and improve efficiency.

November 1, 2023Research

A proud USF alumnus and his wife make a gift designed to help College of Arts and Sciences students eyeing medical school.

October 30, 2023Alumni

Student presenters at the CJRP’s research and policy showcase shared their latest research findings on a variety of topics impacting outcomes in the criminal justice system. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

CJRP showcases student research and honors community members ‘making an impact’ in the justice system

The Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s Center for Justice Research and Policy (CJRP) hosted a research and policy showcase to highlight student research related to issues in the justice system and also recognize and honor those working in the field.

October 25, 2023Community Engagement, Events, Research

man browses display of firearms in a store (Adobe stock photo)

New study results show high rate of mental health problems and political extremism in pandemic-era firearm buyers

In a groundbreaking new study, researchers from the University of Michigan, the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and Michigan State University have shed light on the concerning consequences of pandemic-era firearm purchases.

October 25, 2023Research

A vital way to learn journalism is by doing journalism. That’s the spirit that imbues a new podcast series created by USF St. Petersburg’s journalism program and the Tampa Bay Times.

October 25, 2023Community Engagement, Research

Colleen Chappell accepting the Lifetime Achievement award at the WLP symposium. (Photo courtesy of John Tipton & Mridula Singh)

CAS alumna Colleen Chappell receives Women in Leadership and Philanthropy’s Lifetime Achievement award

WLP recognizes Colleen Chappell's contributions to the USF community and beyond, through its Lifetime Achievement Award.

October 24, 2023Accomplishments, Alumni, Events

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ: A Preeminent Research University

Dr. Elizabeth Aranda joins fellowship focused on Puerto Rico in post-disaster settings

Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, professor of sociology and director of the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, will focus on the future of Puerto Rico in a post-disaster context in her newly awarded fellowship.

October 23, 2023Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research

Silvia Moreno-Garcia discussing her new book “Silver Nitrate†with moderator Carmen Alvarez. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

Humanities Institute hosts New York Times bestselling author Silvia Moreno-Garcia

The Humanities Institute welcomed New York Times bestselling author Silvia Moreno Garcia for a discussion about her recent book, “Silver Nitrate.â€

October 23, 2023Events

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ: A Preeminent Research University

The Zimmerman School at USF and FBI Tampa Field Office partner to create public service announcement

The Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications was recently tapped by the Federal Bureau of Investigation Tampa Filed Office to create a public service announcement about the dangers of posting personal information online and on social media.

October 23, 2023Community Engagement

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