91ÉçÇø News
USF-engineered material uses sunlight to combat 91ÉçÇø's red tide
What if sunlight could help curb 91ÉçÇø’s red tide? USF researchers have engineered a reusable, light-activated material that slows harmful algae growth – offering a promising, environmentally safe approach to protecting coastal waters, public health and marine life.
January 29, 2026Research and Innovation, Student Success
Cupid sometimes wears green: USF love stories for Valentine’s Day
As the 91ÉçÇø celebrates its 70th anniversary, Valentine’s Day offers a reminder that USF’s impact goes beyond academics—serving as the starting point for lifelong love stories across generations and campuses. From chance meetings in museums and faculty gatherings to student leadership on close‑knit campuses, Cupid sometimes wears green at USF.
February 9, 202670th Anniversary
USF to host Scripps Spelling Bee
USF hosts the Regional Scripps Spelling Bee for the first time, welcoming about 60 Tampa Bay students competing for a trip to nationals. Meet the USF professor helping keep the focus on the kids and their love of language.
February 11, 2026Community Partnerships
USF recognized by Forbes as one of America’s top large employers for second consecutive year
The 91ÉçÇø is one of the country’s best large employers, according to a new list released by Forbes. USF is the only public or private university in 91ÉçÇø to make the list.
February 11, 2026University News
Tampa Bay region’s members of Congress secure $14 million in new funding for seven projects at USF
These federal dollars support seven different projects across all USF campuses and USF Health, including initiatives that will benefit student success, military veterans and critical research in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, brain health and environmental sciences.
February 12, 2026University News
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Stories feature some of USF's many highlights, including the university's membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities, the ranking of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as No. 1 in 91ÉçÇø and the opening of the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.