/arts-sciences/chronicles/Recent posts from CAS Chroniclesen-usSat, 05 Apr 2025 03:53:32 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/five-of-six-outstanding-young-alumni-for-2025-call-cas-home.aspxEach year the �ƶ��ij�app Alumni Association chooses grads from across the university to honor at the Outstanding Young Alumni Awards, most of whom come from the College of Arts and Sciences.Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:28:38 Five of six Outstanding Young Alumni for 2025 call CAS ‘home’Each year the �ƶ��ij�app Alumni Association chooses grads from across the university to honor at the Outstanding Young Alumni Awards, most of whom come from the College of Arts and Sciences.From left to right: Stefania Alastre Arcusa, Veronica “Ronnie” Gajownik, Shelly Marc, Hiram J. Ríos Hernández and Bailee W. Olliff, MD /arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/five-of-six-outstanding-young-alumni-for-2025-call-cas-home.aspxAccomplishments,Alumni/marine-science/news/2025/the-rising-tides-podcast-explores-cutting-edge-ocean-technologies-in-marine-science.aspxDesigned for ocean experts and general audiences alike, “The Rising Tides Podcast” invites oceanographers to discuss their ground-breaking research through one-on-one conversations.External ArticleWed, 02 Apr 2025 10:36:09 ‘The Rising Tides Podcast’ explores cutting-edge ocean technologies in marine scienceDesigned for ocean experts and general audiences alike, “The Rising Tides Podcast” invites oceanographers to discuss their ground-breaking research through one-on-one conversations.The Rising Tides Podcast” covers ocean research from space to the seafloor, including the use of buoys, satellites, and submersibles to advance marine science. Credit: Jay Law./marine-science/news/2025/the-rising-tides-podcast-explores-cutting-edge-ocean-technologies-in-marine-science.aspxCommunity Engagementhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/florida-studies-book-festival.aspxThe history, environment and culture of Florida has been described as unique, complex and a bit strange. A new book festival offers a chance for the public to hear from award-winning authors who explore the many facets of the Florida experience.External ArticleTue, 01 Apr 2025 10:21:05 Florida Studies program brings book festival about the Sunshine State to Tampa BayThe history, environment and culture of Florida has been described as unique, complex and a bit strange. A new book festival offers a chance for the public to hear from award-winning authors who explore the many facets of the Florida experience.Florida Studies Book Festival bannerhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/florida-studies-book-festival.aspxEvents/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/urban-and-regional-planning-program-director-accepts-seat-on-local-planning-commission.aspxLed by ten citizen appointees from Hillsborough County, the City of Tampa, the City of Plant City and the City of Temple Terrace and two representatives from MacDill Air Force Base and the Hillsborough County Public School District, the planning commission contributes to the creation of a thriving, prosperous community.Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:15:12 Urban and regional planning program director accepts seat on local planning commissionLed by ten citizen appointees from Hillsborough County, the City of Tampa, the City of Plant City and the City of Temple Terrace and two representatives from MacDill Air Force Base and the Hillsborough County Public School District, the planning commission contributes to the creation of a thriving, prosperous community.�ƶ��ij�app: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/urban-and-regional-planning-program-director-accepts-seat-on-local-planning-commission.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/tampa-bay-youth-ocean-summit.aspxJohn Parkinson, an assistant professor in the �ƶ��ij�app’s College of Arts and Sciences, spoke to over 150 university students from across the state who attended the summit to hear presentations on a variety of ocean-related subjects, including how to reduce plastic on university campuses.Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:36:10 �ƶ��ij�app faculty lead conservation discussions at Tampa Bay Youth Ocean SummitJohn Parkinson, an assistant professor in the �ƶ��ij�app’s College of Arts and Sciences, spoke to over 150 university students from across the state who attended the summit to hear presentations on a variety of ocean-related subjects, including how to reduce plastic on university campuses.�ƶ��ij�app: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/tampa-bay-youth-ocean-summit.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events,Research/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-among-2024-class-of-aaas-fellows.aspxThe American Association for the Advancement of Science elected 11 �ƶ��ij�app faculty members – five of which are from the College of Arts and Sciences – to its 2024 class of Fellows, the third largest cohort of AAAS Fellows from any university in the nation.External ArticleThu, 27 Mar 2025 16:10:31 Eleven �ƶ��ij�app faculty among 2024 class of Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of ScienceThe American Association for the Advancement of Science elected 11 �ƶ��ij�app faculty members – five of which are from the College of Arts and Sciences – to its 2024 class of Fellows, the third largest cohort of AAAS Fellows from any university in the nation.collage of faculty members banner readings Congrats to the 2024 AAAS Fellows/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-among-2024-class-of-aaas-fellows.aspxAccomplishments/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/is-professional-licensing-a-racket.aspxIn a recent episode of the popular podcast Freakonomics Radio, host Stephen Dubner cites research by Bobby Chung, an assistant professor of economics at the �ƶ��ij�app, who found that licensing reduces the labor supply in a given profession by 17 to 27 percent.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:44:42 Is professional licensing a racket? Freakonomics explores the cost of entry with �ƶ��ij�app professor of economicsIn a recent episode of the popular podcast Freakonomics Radio, host Stephen Dubner cites research by Bobby Chung, an assistant professor of economics at the �ƶ��ij�app, who found that licensing reduces the labor supply in a given profession by 17 to 27 percent.Freakonomics Radio/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/is-professional-licensing-a-racket.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/cas-alumna-plans-more-accessible-future-for-tampa-bay.aspxAmanda Harig, an alumna from the School of Public Affairs, credits her already impressive career to the hands-on experiences and mentorship she received during her time at �ƶ��ij�app.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:43:53 CAS alumna plans more accessible future for Tampa BayAmanda Harig, an alumna from the School of Public Affairs, credits her already impressive career to the hands-on experiences and mentorship she received during her time at �ƶ��ij�app.Harig believes that getting input from concerned citizens leads to more informed decision-making and a more inclusive ADA transition plan. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Harig) /arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/cas-alumna-plans-more-accessible-future-for-tampa-bay.aspxAlumni/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/tracking-giants-how-department-of-integrative-biology-professors-research-is-rooted-in-conservation-and-community.aspxLucas Griffin, an assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, is dedicating his research to uncovering how marine life navigate their habitats, overcoming both natural and human-induced challenges. His goal is to contribute to sustainability initiatives that protect marine ecosystems while supporting the communities that rely on them.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:56:16 Tracking Giants: How a Department of Integrative Biology professor’s research is rooted in conservation and communityLucas Griffin, an assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, is dedicating his research to uncovering how marine life navigate their habitats, overcoming both natural and human-induced challenges. His goal is to contribute to sustainability initiatives that protect marine ecosystems while supporting the communities that rely on them.Lucas Griffin, an assistant professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, is dedicating his research to uncovering how marine life navigate their habitats, overcoming both natural and human-induced challenges. His goal is to contribute to sustainability initiatives that protect marine ecosystems while supporting the communities that rely on them./arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/tracking-giants-how-department-of-integrative-biology-professors-research-is-rooted-in-conservation-and-community.aspxFeatured,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/retired-english-professor-brings-posthumous-zora-neale-hurston-novel-to-light.aspxConvinced of its literary and anthropological value, Hurston continued to revise the unpublished manuscript until her death in 1960. When a handyman tasked with clearing out her home set fire to her trunk, the manuscript was almost lost forever.Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:20:35 A legacy restored: former �ƶ��ij�app professor brings posthumous Zora Neale Hurston novel to lightConvinced of its literary and anthropological value, Hurston continued to revise the unpublished manuscript until her death in 1960. When a handyman tasked with clearing out her home set fire to her trunk, the manuscript was almost lost forever.�ƶ��ij�app: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/retired-english-professor-brings-posthumous-zora-neale-hurston-novel-to-light.aspxAccomplishments,Featured,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/can-seeds-adapt-to-the-heat.aspxIntegrative biology doctoral student Gabriela Quesada-Avila explores how temperature affects seed sprouting to understand plant community responses and inform forest restoration efforts.Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:15:22 Can seeds adapt to the heat?Integrative biology doctoral student Gabriela Quesada-Avila explores how temperature affects seed sprouting to understand plant community responses and inform forest restoration efforts.Integrative Biology doctoral student Gabriela Quesada-Avila turned to the forests of Panama to examine the impact of temperature on germination responses. (Photo courtesy of Quesada Avila) /arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/can-seeds-adapt-to-the-heat.aspxCommunity Engagement,Researchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/results-from-usf-study-on-kids-digital-media-use-reveal-benefits-of-smartphones.aspxFindings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people’s digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.External ArticleTue, 25 Mar 2025 10:49:52 �ƶ��ij�app study reveals how smartphones may benefit kids, risks of posting publicly to social mediaFindings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people’s digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.Several kids seated and using their smartphoneshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/results-from-usf-study-on-kids-digital-media-use-reveal-benefits-of-smartphones.aspxResearch/news/2025/from-first-generation-student-to-future-pediatrician-meet-usfs-julio-blanco.aspxJulio Blanco is the first in his family to attend college. Joining �ƶ��ij�app was a monumental feat given the adversity he faced growing up, which included periods of homelessness and his family facing financial hardship. But he never let that get in the way of achieving his dreams. External ArticleFri, 07 Mar 2025 00:05:07 From first-generation student to future pediatrician, meet �ƶ��ij�app’s Julio Blanco IIIJulio Blanco is the first in his family to attend college. Joining �ƶ��ij�app was a monumental feat given the adversity he faced growing up, which included periods of homelessness and his family facing financial hardship. But he never let that get in the way of achieving his dreams. Julio Blanco III [Photo by Andres Faza, University Communications and Marketing]/news/2025/from-first-generation-student-to-future-pediatrician-meet-usfs-julio-blanco.aspxCommunity Engagement/news/2025/what-sparked-usf-student-libby-royers-passion-for-storm-proofing-coastlines.aspx�ƶ��ij�app doctoral student Libby Royer has taken an active role in future-proofing Tampa Bay. Her research revolves around the impacts of hurricanes on coastlines and how coastal communities can better prepare for future storms.External ArticleFri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:17 What sparked �ƶ��ij�app student Libby Royer’s passion for storm-proofing coastlines�ƶ��ij�app doctoral student Libby Royer has taken an active role in future-proofing Tampa Bay. Her research revolves around the impacts of hurricanes on coastlines and how coastal communities can better prepare for future storms.Libby Royer surveys changes to Treasure Island beaches following Hurricanes Helene and Milton [Photos by Andres Faza, University Communications and Marketing]/news/2025/what-sparked-usf-student-libby-royers-passion-for-storm-proofing-coastlines.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/innovative-research-on-ferrimagnetic-materials-earns-millions-in-funding-to-advance-communication-technologies.aspxTwo grants awarded to faculty in the Department of Physics will support research on ferrimagnetic materials and their potential applications in advancing communication technologies.Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:18:24 Innovative research on ferrimagnetic materials earns over $2.5M in funding to advance communication technologiesTwo grants awarded to faculty in the Department of Physics will support research on ferrimagnetic materials and their potential applications in advancing communication technologies.�ƶ��ij�app: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/innovative-research-on-ferrimagnetic-materials-earns-millions-in-funding-to-advance-communication-technologies.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/institute-for-digital-exploration-makes-history-tangible.aspxFor students involved in the Institute for Digital Exploration, learning extends oceans beyond the traditional classroom.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:03:24 Institute for Digital Exploration makes history tangibleFor students involved in the Institute for Digital Exploration, learning extends oceans beyond the traditional classroom.Participants come from all around the world to work on the dig sites, making the experience a wonderful opportunity for international collaboration. (Photo courtesy of Davide Tanasi)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/institute-for-digital-exploration-makes-history-tangible.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/department-of-communication-professor-madison-pollino-empowers-youth-through-public-speaking-mentorship.aspxWhen Tampa's Hispanic Services Council reached out to Madison Pollino about helping them with a mentorship program for middle school students, she seized the opportunity to bridge the gap between her work in higher education and the community.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:45:06 Department of Communication professor Madison Pollino empowers youth through public speaking mentorshipWhen Tampa's Hispanic Services Council reached out to Madison Pollino about helping them with a mentorship program for middle school students, she seized the opportunity to bridge the gap between her work in higher education and the community.Escalando Nuestro Futuro's 2024 Cohort. (Photo courtesy of Madison Pollino)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/department-of-communication-professor-madison-pollino-empowers-youth-through-public-speaking-mentorship.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/competition-plus-collaboration-equals-success-for-annual-math-bowl.aspxThe Department of Mathematics and Statistics helped bring more than 600 Hillsborough County Public School students to campus for a competitive commemoration celebrating both the expression and power of the mathematics field.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:53:01 Competition plus collaboration equals success for annual ‘Math Bowl’The Department of Mathematics and Statistics helped bring more than 600 Hillsborough County Public School students to campus for a competitive commemoration celebrating both the expression and power of the mathematics field.More than 600 Hillsborough County Public School students competed in this year’s event. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/competition-plus-collaboration-equals-success-for-annual-math-bowl.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/critics-fall-in-love-with-romance-novels-penned-by-usf-alumna.aspxAlicia Thompson, full-time writer and bestselling author, studied her craft in �ƶ��ij�app’s College of Arts and Sciences.Kellie Britch, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesMon, 24 Feb 2025 14:24:39 Critics fall in love with romance novels penned by �ƶ��ij�app alumnaAlicia Thompson, full-time writer and bestselling author, studied her craft in �ƶ��ij�app’s College of Arts and Sciences.open book with pages folded to make a heart shape/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/critics-fall-in-love-with-romance-novels-penned-by-usf-alumna.aspxAlumni/research-innovation/news/2025/two-usf-faculty-members-elected-fellows-of-american-academy-of-microbiology.aspx�ƶ��ij�app Professors Christian Bréchot, MD, PhD, and Lindsey Shaw, PhD, have been elected fellows of the 2025 class of the American Academy of Microbiology.External ArticleMon, 24 Feb 2025 13:56:26 Two �ƶ��ij�app faculty members elected fellows of American Academy of Microbiology�ƶ��ij�app Professors Christian Bréchot, MD, PhD, and Lindsey Shaw, PhD, have been elected fellows of the 2025 class of the American Academy of Microbiology.Lindsay Shaw, PhD and Christian Bréchot, MD, PhD/research-innovation/news/2025/two-usf-faculty-members-elected-fellows-of-american-academy-of-microbiology.aspxAccomplishments,Research/news/2025/why-shallow-water-at-the-beach-is-more-important-than-you-might-realize.aspxHabitats along the coastline provide immense ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.External ArticleMon, 24 Feb 2025 10:26:33 Why shallow water at the beach is more important than you might realizeHabitats along the coastline provide immense ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.causeway between small islands surrounded by shallow water/news/2025/why-shallow-water-at-the-beach-is-more-important-than-you-might-realize.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/school-of-informations-amelia-anderson-honored-for-research-excellence-in-public-library-services-for-adults.aspxAmelia Anderson, School of Information assistant professor, earned the prestigious Association for Library and Information Science Education Connie Van Fleet Award for her success in research about public library services for adults.Anna Mayor, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesThu, 20 Feb 2025 15:40:12 School of Information’s Amelia Anderson honored for research excellence in public library services for adultsAmelia Anderson, School of Information assistant professor, earned the prestigious Association for Library and Information Science Education Connie Van Fleet Award for her success in research about public library services for adults.One of Anderson’s current projects includes studying experiences and barriers in the public library makerspace for adults with disabilities. (Photo source: Adobe Stock)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/school-of-informations-amelia-anderson-honored-for-research-excellence-in-public-library-services-for-adults.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/exposing-the-molecular-damage-of-alcohol-on-the-brain.aspxDr. Stanley Stevens, professor in the Department of Molecular Biosciences, is leading a first-of-its-kind study examining the cellular and molecular impact of alcohol consumption on the brain.Anna Mayor, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesThu, 20 Feb 2025 14:07:18 Exposing the molecular damage of alcohol on the brainDr. Stanley Stevens, professor in the Department of Molecular Biosciences, is leading a first-of-its-kind study examining the cellular and molecular impact of alcohol consumption on the brain.Graduate student, T.W., visualizes stem cell cultures under a microscope. Morphology is often checked to ensure that the stem cells maintain good health and, in the case of differentiation to microglia, are changing into the expected shape of the target cells. (Photo courtesy of Stanley Stevens)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/exposing-the-molecular-damage-of-alcohol-on-the-brain.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/undergraduate-humanities-conference-encourages-professional-and-personal-growth.aspxNearly 100 students participated in this year’s Undergraduate Humanities Conference, an event providing real-life experience for future academic, professional and personal challenges.Kellie Britch, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesThu, 20 Feb 2025 13:53:42 Undergraduate Humanities Conference encourages professional and personal growthNearly 100 students participated in this year’s Undergraduate Humanities Conference, an event providing real-life experience for future academic, professional and personal challenges.Aside from practicing their professionalism and presentation skills, students are encouraged to make connections with new people. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/undergraduate-humanities-conference-encourages-professional-and-personal-growth.aspxAccomplishments,Events,Research/research-innovation/news/2025/nine-usf-faculty-named-senior-members-of-national-academy-of-inventors.aspxThe National Academy of Inventors has named nine �ƶ��ij�app faculty members to its class of 2025 Senior Members.External ArticleThu, 20 Feb 2025 10:22:50 Nine �ƶ��ij�app faculty named senior members of National Academy of InventorsThe National Academy of Inventors has named nine �ƶ��ij�app faculty members to its class of 2025 Senior Members.Collage of faculty members/research-innovation/news/2025/nine-usf-faculty-named-senior-members-of-national-academy-of-inventors.aspxAccomplishments/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/aisha-durham-explores-connection-between-place-possessions.aspxAisha Durham researches the relationship between media representation, personal identity and interpersonal interaction.Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:43:25 Professor of communication explores connection between perceived and personal identityAisha Durham researches the relationship between media representation, personal identity and interpersonal interaction.Aisha Durham/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/aisha-durham-explores-connection-between-place-possessions.aspxResearch/news/2025/seeing-beyond-sight-a-usf-blind-students-journey-into-broadcasting.aspxA senior at �ƶ��ij�app majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast program and production, Trent Ferguson has not allowed blindness to become an obstacle in pursuit of his dream of becoming a sports radio broadcaster.External ArticleMon, 17 Feb 2025 11:30:34 Seeing beyond sight: A �ƶ��ij�app blind student’s journey into broadcastingA senior at �ƶ��ij�app majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast program and production, Trent Ferguson has not allowed blindness to become an obstacle in pursuit of his dream of becoming a sports radio broadcaster.Trent Ferguson, Boundless Bulls/news/2025/seeing-beyond-sight-a-usf-blind-students-journey-into-broadcasting.aspxAlumni/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/national-science-foundation-names-usf-faculty-ocean-decade-champions.aspxThe award will provide supplemental support to an ongoing project, a large interdisciplinary endeavor linking multiple U.S. universities and conservation and marine science organizations called “Strong Coasts,” which seeks to reduce risks from hazards like storm surge, confront environmental degradation, enhance communities' adaptive capacities and advance public and private investment in disaster risk prevention and reduction. Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:26:12 National Science Foundation names two �ƶ��ij�app faculty ‘Ocean Decade Champions’The award will provide supplemental support to an ongoing project, a large interdisciplinary endeavor linking multiple U.S. universities and conservation and marine science organizations called “Strong Coasts,” which seeks to reduce risks from hazards like storm surge, confront environmental degradation, enhance communities' adaptive capacities and advance public and private investment in disaster risk prevention and reduction. Mangrove restoration workshop/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/national-science-foundation-names-usf-faculty-ocean-decade-champions.aspxCommunity Engagement,Researchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/faculty-win-gold-from-program-that-celebrates-the-states-best-literature.aspxA book on the geology, history and current state of Florida springs and a biography on the civil rights icon John Lewis were awarded top honors by the Florida Book Awards.External ArticleWed, 12 Feb 2025 11:23:59 Faculty win gold from program that celebrates the state’s best literatureA book on the geology, history and current state of Florida springs and a biography on the civil rights icon John Lewis were awarded top honors by the Florida Book Awards.Florida Springs and John Lewis book covershttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/faculty-win-gold-from-program-that-celebrates-the-states-best-literature.aspxAccomplishments/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspx�ƶ��ij�app women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of �ƶ��ij�app history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.External ArticleMon, 10 Feb 2025 13:38:22 �ƶ��ij�app women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and more�ƶ��ij�app women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of �ƶ��ij�app history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.The �ƶ��ij�app women’s lacrosse team celebrates a victory in their inaugural game. [Photo courtesy of �ƶ��ij�app Athletics]/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxCommunity Engagement/news/2025/from-ballet-to-brain-injury-advocacy-meet-usf-student-and-miss-tampa-alexandra-de-roos.aspxAfter a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at �ƶ��ij�app as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.External ArticleThu, 06 Feb 2025 13:33:18 From ballet to brain injury advocacy: Meet �ƶ��ij�app student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de RoosAfter a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at �ƶ��ij�app as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.Alexandra de Roos, Boundless Bulls/news/2025/from-ballet-to-brain-injury-advocacy-meet-usf-student-and-miss-tampa-alexandra-de-roos.aspxCommunity Engagementhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/professor-who-conducts-research-into-dementia-prevention-selected-as-finalist-for-uk-alumni-award.aspxPsychology Professor Jennifer O’Brien is being recognized on the global stage for her contributions to science and impacting her field.External ArticleWed, 05 Feb 2025 11:16:27 Professor who conducts research into dementia prevention selected as finalist for UK Alumni AwardsPsychology Professor Jennifer O’Brien is being recognized on the global stage for her contributions to science and impacting her field.Professor Jennifer O'Brien working with a participant enrolled in the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT) study. [Photo by Cliff McBride].https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/professor-who-conducts-research-into-dementia-prevention-selected-as-finalist-for-uk-alumni-award.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/graphic-novel-aims-to-break-breast-cancers-female-disease-myth-and-educate-men-on-risks.aspxMarleah Dean Kruzel and research colleagues aim to debunk myths surrounding breast cancer and educate men about their risk through a new graphic novel.Anna Mayor, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesMon, 03 Feb 2025 10:35:39 Graphic novel aims to break breast cancer’s ‘female disease’ myth and educate men on risksMarleah Dean Kruzel and research colleagues aim to debunk myths surrounding breast cancer and educate men about their risk through a new graphic novel.doctor talking to male patient in office/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/graphic-novel-aims-to-break-breast-cancers-female-disease-myth-and-educate-men-on-risks.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/celebrating-the-power-of-words-world-renowned-poets-visit-college-of-arts-and-sciences-for-poetry-series.aspxA new partnership between the �ƶ��ij�app Humanities Institute and the Michael Kuperman Memorial Library will welcome world-renowned poets to campus to bring students and the community together and empower audiences to pursue their craft.Dakota Galvin, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesWed, 29 Jan 2025 14:44:56 Celebrating the power of words: World-renowned poets visit the College of Arts and Sciences for poetry seriesA new partnership between the �ƶ��ij�app Humanities Institute and the Michael Kuperman Memorial Library will welcome world-renowned poets to campus to bring students and the community together and empower audiences to pursue their craft.Humanities Institute director Elizabeth Kicak (left) with poet Ocean Vuong (right) during the Institute's latest poetry reading in November. Photo by Corey Lepak./arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/celebrating-the-power-of-words-world-renowned-poets-visit-college-of-arts-and-sciences-for-poetry-series.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/steven-wilson-celebrates-distinguished-scholar-recognition-by-national-communication-association.aspxDepartment of Communication professor Steven Wilson earns national recognition as a ‘Distinguished Scholar’ by the National Communication Association.Anna Mayor, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesMon, 27 Jan 2025 09:24:02 Department of Communication’s Steven Wilson celebrates ‘Distinguished Scholar’ recognition by National Communication AssociationDepartment of Communication professor Steven Wilson earns national recognition as a ‘Distinguished Scholar’ by the National Communication Association.Steven Wilson (left) was formally recognized at an awards ceremony at the National Communication Association (NCA) annual meeting in New Orleans this past November (2024). Wilson is pictured with Dr. Marnel Niles Goins, NCA President and Dean of the School of Communication at American University. The Distinguished Scholar Award is the highest award given by NCA. Wilson delivered a short talk about his career at the meeting and thanked those who have mentored and supported him over the years. “I look forward to continuing to pass that on to the graduate students I work with now,” he said. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Kai Kuang)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/steven-wilson-celebrates-distinguished-scholar-recognition-by-national-communication-association.aspxAccomplishments/news/2025/usf-partners-on-15m-grant-to-revitalize-underserved-hillsborough-county-community-with-jobs-and-clean-water.aspxThe �ƶ��ij�app is collaborating with the University Area Community Development Corp. to bring transformative changes, including workforce development and clean water, to the underserved University Area neighborhood.External ArticleMon, 27 Jan 2025 08:56:32 �ƶ��ij�app partners on $15M grant to revitalize underserved Hillsborough County community with jobs and clean waterThe �ƶ��ij�app is collaborating with the University Area Community Development Corp. to bring transformative changes, including workforce development and clean water, to the underserved University Area neighborhood.muddy tracks through land with bulldozer in background/news/2025/usf-partners-on-15m-grant-to-revitalize-underserved-hillsborough-county-community-with-jobs-and-clean-water.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/anthropological-research-by-usf-professor-will-support-jimmy-carter-national-historical-park.aspxAntoinette Jackson spent time in Georgia as part of her work with the National Park Service to interpret Carter’s life and presidency with the local environment, and to preserve the resources associated with that story.Fri, 24 Jan 2025 09:29:51 Anthropological research by �ƶ��ij�app professor will support Jimmy Carter National Historical ParkAntoinette Jackson spent time in Georgia as part of her work with the National Park Service to interpret Carter’s life and presidency with the local environment, and to preserve the resources associated with that story.�ƶ��ij�app: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/anthropological-research-by-usf-professor-will-support-jimmy-carter-national-historical-park.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/taste-of-italy-culinary-event-strengthens-global-ties.aspx�ƶ��ij�app joined over 50 universities across the U.S. — and more than 100 countries around the world — for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World on Nov. 20. The event brought various engagement opportunities to �ƶ��ij�app and the Tampa Bay area.Thu, 23 Jan 2025 14:35:20 Taste of Italy: Culinary event strengthens global ties�ƶ��ij�app joined over 50 universities across the U.S. — and more than 100 countries around the world — for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World on Nov. 20. The event brought various engagement opportunities to �ƶ��ij�app and the Tampa Bay area.Patrizia LaTrecchia/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/taste-of-italy-culinary-event-strengthens-global-ties.aspxCommunity Engagement/marine-science/news/2025/usf-scientists-deploy-tsunami-sensing-buoy-aiding-future-warning-system.aspxThe Shallow Underwater Buoy for Geodesy (SUBGEO) system is a research partnership between the �ƶ��ij�app School of Geosciences, the College of Marine Science, and international collaborators.External ArticleThu, 23 Jan 2025 11:53:11 �ƶ��ij�app scientists deploy tsunami-sensing buoy, aiding future warning systemThe Shallow Underwater Buoy for Geodesy (SUBGEO) system is a research partnership between the �ƶ��ij�app School of Geosciences, the College of Marine Science, and international collaborators.The Shallow Underwater Buoy for Geodesy (SUBGEO) buoy system will test advanced tsunami forecasting techniques by measuring changes in seafloor movements. Photo credit: Samantha D’Angelo/marine-science/news/2025/usf-scientists-deploy-tsunami-sensing-buoy-aiding-future-warning-system.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/three-usf-professors-partner-with-communities-to-make-local-national-and-global-impact.aspx�ƶ��ij�app professors Will Schanbacher, Heather O’Leary and Christian Wells, are sharing their time, expertise and resources with communities to “build capacity for positive change.”Kellie Britch, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesWed, 22 Jan 2025 00:22:24 Three �ƶ��ij�app professors partner with communities to make a local, national and global impact�ƶ��ij�app professors Will Schanbacher, Heather O’Leary and Christian Wells, are sharing their time, expertise and resources with communities to “build capacity for positive change.”From left to right: William Schanbacher; Heather O’Leary and; Christian Wells/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/three-usf-professors-partner-with-communities-to-make-local-national-and-global-impact.aspxCommunity Engagement,Events/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/research-professor-and-biochemical-oncologist-advances-cancer-cell-research-and-student-success.aspxResearch Professor Mildred Acevedo-Duncan, whose work is fueled by personal experience and a passion for mentorship, aims to find a cure for cancer.Kellie Britch, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesFri, 17 Jan 2025 09:16:43 Research professor and biochemical oncologist advances cancer cell research and student successResearch Professor Mildred Acevedo-Duncan, whose work is fueled by personal experience and a passion for mentorship, aims to find a cure for cancer.Acevedo-Duncan brings over 40 years of cancer cell research experience to this endeavor./arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/research-professor-and-biochemical-oncologist-advances-cancer-cell-research-and-student-success.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/religious-studies-professors-receive-grant-to-provide-religious-literacy-to-health-professionals.aspxFour of �ƶ��ij�app’s religious studies professors received a $60,000 grant, placing �ƶ��ij�app in the forefront for providing religious and cultural competency to health students and professionals.Kellie Britch, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesThu, 16 Jan 2025 13:54:59 Religious studies professors receive grant to provide religious literacy to health professionalsFour of �ƶ��ij�app’s religious studies professors received a $60,000 grant, placing �ƶ��ij�app in the forefront for providing religious and cultural competency to health students and professionals.physician's hand comforting patient/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/religious-studies-professors-receive-grant-to-provide-religious-literacy-to-health-professionals.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/lesley-miller-dedicated-civil-servant-reflects-on-lasting-impact-usf-had-on-his-life-and-career.aspxLesley “Les” Miller, Jr., �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) alumnus and civil servant, reflects on the unexpected ways that his time at �ƶ��ij�app prepared him for his career.Kellie Britch, �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and SciencesThu, 16 Jan 2025 11:22:07 Lesley Miller, Jr., dedicated civil servant, reflects on lasting impact �ƶ��ij�app had on his life and careerLesley “Les” Miller, Jr., �ƶ��ij�app College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) alumnus and civil servant, reflects on the unexpected ways that his time at �ƶ��ij�app prepared him for his career.Miller being sworn in as County Commissioner in 2010./arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/lesley-miller-dedicated-civil-servant-reflects-on-lasting-impact-usf-had-on-his-life-and-career.aspxAlumnihttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/celebrating-inauguration-day-a-conversation-about-the-american-tradition.aspxInauguration Day has changed dramatically over the years while maintaining some key traditions for a ceremony that ushers in a new American president. Learn more about the history of Inauguration Day and its importance today.External ArticleThu, 16 Jan 2025 08:02:17 Celebrating Inauguration Day: A conversation about the American tradition, then and nowInauguration Day has changed dramatically over the years while maintaining some key traditions for a ceremony that ushers in a new American president. Learn more about the history of Inauguration Day and its importance today.US capitol building with flags and crowdhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/celebrating-inauguration-day-a-conversation-about-the-american-tradition.aspxCommunity Engagement/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/4.8m-mellon-foundation-grant-opens-internship-opportunities-for-usf-humanities-students.aspxFor the first time, the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation — the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities — invited the �ƶ��ij�app to submit a proposal last spring for one of its humanities internship grants. The foundation awarded the college a five-year, $4.8 million grant that will support up to 900 students each year in otherwise unpaid internships. The beneficiaries will be undergraduate students majoring in humanities.Kiley MallardWed, 15 Jan 2025 08:15:37 $4.8M Mellon Foundation grant opens internship opportunities for �ƶ��ij�app humanities studentsFor the first time, the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation — the nation’s largest supporter of the arts and humanities — invited the �ƶ��ij�app to submit a proposal last spring for one of its humanities internship grants. The foundation awarded the college a five-year, $4.8 million grant that will support up to 900 students each year in otherwise unpaid internships. The beneficiaries will be undergraduate students majoring in humanities.From left: Lauren Arrington, chair of the Department of English and principal investigator for the grant; Elizabeth Spiller, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; and Addye Buckley-Burnell, associate vice president and executive director of the Center for Career and Professional Development and co-principal investigator of the grant./arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/4.8m-mellon-foundation-grant-opens-internship-opportunities-for-usf-humanities-students.aspxAccomplishments,Community Engagement,Featured/news/2025/usf-memorializes-former-president-jimmy-carter-with-3d-virtual-tour-of-boyhood-farm.aspxPrior to his death, �ƶ��ij�app’s Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information partnered with President Jimmy Carter and the National Park Service to create virtual tours of his boyhood farm, high school he attended and railroad depot that served as campaign headquarters for Carter’s successful 1976 presidential bid. Check out the interactive tours available to the public.External ArticleThu, 09 Jan 2025 08:20:42 �ƶ��ij�app memorializes former President Jimmy Carter with 3D virtual tour of boyhood farmPrior to his death, �ƶ��ij�app’s Center for Digital Heritage and Geospatial Information partnered with President Jimmy Carter and the National Park Service to create virtual tours of his boyhood farm, high school he attended and railroad depot that served as campaign headquarters for Carter’s successful 1976 presidential bid. Check out the interactive tours available to the public.�ƶ��ij�app’s Benjamin Mittler and Denise Wright work to capture 360 terrains at the Jimmy Carter Boyhood Farm. [Photo courtesy: Frank Rodriquez]/news/2025/usf-memorializes-former-president-jimmy-carter-with-3d-virtual-tour-of-boyhood-farm.aspxCommunity Engagement,Research/news/2025/your-work-habits-may-be-threatening-your-sleep-usf-led-study-shows.aspxPeople whose jobs are highly sedentary – an estimated 80% of the modern workforce – experience a much higher risk of insomnia symptoms.External ArticleTue, 07 Jan 2025 10:24:40 Your work habits may be threatening your sleep, �ƶ��ij�app-led study showsPeople whose jobs are highly sedentary – an estimated 80% of the modern workforce – experience a much higher risk of insomnia symptoms.man asleep at his desk/news/2025/your-work-habits-may-be-threatening-your-sleep-usf-led-study-shows.aspxResearch/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-named-nai-fellows.aspxThe �ƶ��ij�app researchers are being recognized for their groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in chemical engineering to treat cancer and other challenging diseases and nanomaterials engineering for multifunctional manufacturing applications.External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 08:52:40 Two �ƶ��ij�app faculty members named NAI fellowsThe �ƶ��ij�app researchers are being recognized for their groundbreaking discoveries and innovations in chemical engineering to treat cancer and other challenging diseases and nanomaterials engineering for multifunctional manufacturing applications.Jianfeng Cai and Ashok Kumar/research-innovation/news/2024/usf-faculty-named-nai-fellows.aspxAccomplishments/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during �ƶ��ij�app’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.External ArticleTue, 10 Dec 2024 14:41:21 �ƶ��ij�app sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during �ƶ��ij�app’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.Neda Latifi, assistant professor of medical engineering, works with undergraduate student Russel Kramer [Photo by Torie Doll, University Communications and Marketing]/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxThis 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.External ArticleMon, 09 Dec 2024 11:58:26 �ƶ��ij�app to confer nearly 4,000 degrees during fall commencement ceremonies Dec. 13-14This 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.3 graduates wearing caps and gowns/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxAccomplishments