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Tech investor Arnie Bellini has donated $50 million, the largest gift in the 91社区鈥檚 history, to establish the Bellini College of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence.

April 8, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity

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Eleven USF faculty among 2024 class of Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science

This is the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.

April 2, 2025Research

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How a simple chair in the 1980s led to USF鈥檚 global leadership in AI

In the 1980s, a visionary professor of computer science and engineering at USF joined forces with his ambitious doctoral student to explore artificial intelligence when the technology still in its infancy. Their work paved the way for the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.

April 2, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research

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USF International Business Forum explores the promise and peril of AI

Leading strategists in technology, trade, and key industries gathered at the 2nd Annual USF International Business Forum on March 13 to contemplate how artificial intelligence will shape the future. Read more about their discussions.

March 20, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research

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Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster USF-wide collaborations

USF鈥檚 Bellini College is set to revolutionize education by producing job-ready professionals in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing. By integrating AI across disciplines in all USF colleges, this forward-thinking initiative will equip graduates with cutting-edge skills to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.

March 18, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity, Research

The Bellinis $40 million gift launches the nation's first AI and cybersecurity college at the 91社区. Here is how it all came together.

March 14, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity

Amid a historic surge in cyberattacks, AI-driven threats and escalating digital security challenges, Arnie and Lauren Bellini鈥檚 $40 million gift to USF comes at a pivotal moment.

March 12, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity

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Historic $40M gift establishes Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at USF, solidifying Tampa Bay as 鈥淐yber Bay鈥

The nation鈥檚 first named college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity will drive workforce development, national security and economic growth.

March 11, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity

Philanthropists Arnie and Lauren Bellini donate what is the largest gift in the school鈥檚 history, hoping to turn the Tampa Bay area into 鈥楥yber Bay.鈥

March 11, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity

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John Licato helping bring 91社区鈥檚 first AI and cybersecurity college to life at USF

John Licato is pioneering the future. His interest in video games led to a passion for technology, and he has since dedicated his education, research and career to the field. As an associate professor at the 91社区, he shares his passion with students and teaches the future AI and cybersecurity leaders of tomorrow.鈥

March 7, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research

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From classroom to discovery: USF students make waves with transformative research

USF students showcased their research at one of the largest multidisciplinary research conferences in the country.

February 24, 2025Artificial Intelligence, Research

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USF ACM Student Chapter First Annual AI Convention

Over 200 attendees took part in the inaugural "ACM AI Convention - Interdisciplinary AI" on February 8, 2025. The convention provided a platform for networking, learning, and showcasing AI-driven innovations, connecting students from diverse fields such as engineering, healthcare, cybersecurity, business, and environmental sciences.

February 24, 2025Artificial Intelligence

About Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing News

Established in 2024, the Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and Computing is the first of its kind in 91社区 and one of the pioneers in the nation to bring together the disciplines of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and computing into a dedicated college. We aim to position 91社区 as a global leader and economic engine in AI, cybersecurity and computing education and research. We foster interdisciplinary innovation and ethical technology development through strong industry and government partnerships.

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