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USF President Rhea Law announces plans to step down after national search to select a successor
Rhea Law has served as president since August 2021, initially on an interim basis before being named to the role permanently in March 2022. Under her leadership, USF became the first public university in Florida to be invited to join the Association of American Universities in nearly 40 years.
February 17, 2025University News
USF football claims Hawai’i Bowl in five-overtime thriller
The game against San Jose State was the longest in bowl history and the longest in USF history. This is the second year in a row for the Bulls to win a bowl game under head coach Alex Golesh.
December 25, 2024USF Athletics
USF breaks ground on new on-campus stadium
The University of South Florida has broken ground on a 35,000-seat on-campus stadium, marking a significant milestone in enhancing student life and alumni engagement. Scheduled to open in fall 2027, the stadium will host USF's football and women’s lacrosse teams, and serve as a year-round venue for sports, concerts and community events.
November 8, 2024USF Athletics, University News
USF launches new public portal that brings Tampa's archives to life
The University of South Florida Libraries' Tampa Through Time Portal is an interactive resource that merges archives, digital tools and mapping to allow users to immerse themselves in the city's rich history.
September 19, 2024Community Partnerships
New on-campus stadium rendering highlights student section
When the University of South Florida's on-campus stadium opens in 2027, the west side will be exclusively for students and will include amenities such as its own dedicated entrance, concessions and landing for an in-game disc jockey.
September 18, 2024USF Athletics, University News
USF cybersecurity program gives students a competitive edge in career readiness
USF has become a leader in cybersecurity education by uniquely equipping its students with advanced, hands-on training that gives them a competitive advantage in the field.
September 17, 2024Student Success
Twenty-seven faculty members recognized with Outstanding Research Achievement Awards
The variety of research includes advancing our understanding of hurricanes, improving public transit systems, pursuing new treatments for addiction, Alzheimer's disease, cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular and infectious diseases.
September 16, 2024Honors and Awards
Record-shattering student demand prompts opening of upper deck for USF football's clash with Miami
Nearly 15,000 student tickets have been claimed for Saturday's clash with No. 10-ranked Miami. USF had previously planned to open only the lower bowl at Raymond James Stadium for the game, a configuration that can accommodate 8,700 student seats in the north endzone.
September 16, 2024USF Athletics
New study finds working while sick actually harms productivity and retention
USF is examining how an organization’s expectations and workplace culture can drive employees to work while unwell. The team found working while sick actually does more harm to the company than taking a sick day would.
September 13, 2024Research and Innovation
USF President Rhea Law highlights record-breaking successes, future vision in university fall address
Speaking to faculty, staff and other members of the university community during an address to help kick off the fall semester, University of South Florida President Rhea Law laid out her strategic vision for the university while reflecting on recent major milestones and record-breaking achievements.
September 12, 2024University News
Great-grandmother inspires USF student to conduct dementia research
While Dana Smith had a close relationship with her great-grandmother growing up, she mostly knew her as a family member who suffered from dementia. That experience inspired Smith as a USF student to get involved with the Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training study.
September 10, 2024Student Success
USF HOT Band performs during halftime at Tampa Bay Buccaneers season opener
More than 340 students are members of USF's Herd of Thunder, which is part of the School of Music. This is the marching band's first performance at a Bucs game in several years.
September 8, 2024Community Partnerships