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From criminology student to personal injury paralegal: How USF’s Paralegal Certificate launched one graduate’s legal career
When Lindsey Paulson earned a bachelor’s degree in criminology, she had her career mapped out and her next step was to attend law school. But, after learning about USF’s Paralegal Certificate, she discovered a new passion for financial law and learned about ways she could enter the field before attending law school.
March 31, 2025Paralegal
Unlocking HR knowledge: Kimberly Jones expands her expertise with new HR Core Concepts class
After just two weeks in USF’s new HR Core Concepts class, Kimberly Jones didn’t just gain a new understanding – she discovered a passion. What started as an introduction to HR has now turned into an eye-opening journey, leading her to pursue the HR Management Certificate and deeper knowledge of the field.
February 28, 2025Human Resources
From CFO and HR Instructor to Entrepreneur: Elizabeth Hennig’s journey in Corporate Training and Professional Education
Elizabeth Hennig has been teaching in some form or another for most of her life. Her first job? A harp instructor. Today, she shares her expertise in human resources, instructing several of the HR classes offered by USF’s Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education.
February 14, 2025Human Resources
USF’s Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education helps meet growing demand for skilled cyber and national security professionals
As threats to cybersecurity and national security rise around the globe, the demand for skilled professionals who can mitigate these critical concerns is greater than ever.
December 19, 2024Technology
A Plea for Peace
As a student of world history, I’m fascinated by the World War I Christmas Truce of 1914. Along a great stretch of the Western Front, opposing soldiers from the Allied Powers and Central Powers—much to the dismay of their commanders—participated in an unofficial ceasefire.
December 16, 2024Director's Corner
Giving Thanks by Giving of Ourselves
Friends, it’s time to offer my annual Thanksgiving holiday blog entry. The year 2024 has proven to be one not soon forgotten, especially for those of us who call the Tampa Bay area home. Between two historic hurricanes only 13 days apart and—yet another—contentious election season, the collective mood out there remains cloudy.
November 26, 2024Director's Corner
For nearly 50 years, USF’s BEDC has prepared professionals to lead in economic development
In an era of rapid economic change, USF’s Basic Economic Development Course equips professionals with the skills and insights to drive sustainable growth in their communities. This November, 50 economic development professionals from across the United States, including representatives from as far as Delaware, Maine, and even California, traveled to Tampa for three days of immersive training.
November 25, 2024Business
From counseling to HR: How Bethany Miller found a new path
Bethany Miller went from helping people cope with life’s challenges to helping them acclimate to new jobs. The career pivot was a natural one – from counselor to HR professional, as many of the necessary skills overlapped.
October 28, 2024Human Resources
Project Management—a Valuable Competency
When I’m out in the Tampa Bay area speaking to business leaders and companies, I’m frequently asked about why USF Corporate Training and Professional Education’s project management programs are a worthwhile investment.
October 22, 2024Project Management
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September 17, 2024Human Resources
Emmi Lingel reveals the key to achieving SHRM Certified Professional success
Emmi Lingel, a rising leader in human resources, recently achieved one of the toughest milestones in the field: passing the SHRM Certified Professional exam, a key credential that distinguishes top HR professionals.
August 29, 2024Human Resources
New and improved: SHRM Essentials of Human Resources
The SHRM Essentials of HR course offered through USF’s Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education (CTPE) recently underwent a redesign and is now updated to reflect the most current trends and information related to human resources careers.
May 30, 2024Human Resources