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USF ranks among top 20 public universities for new patents in 2025

A new concrete measurement system, technology to measure pain in newborns and an AI system that monitors air traffic control are just some of the many patents making USF a leading research university.

February 12, 2026Research and Innovation

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

USF online graduate programs rise significantly, place among the nation’s best in new U.S. News rankings

All four USF programs ranked in the 2026 Best Online Graduate Programs by U.S. News & World Report improved from last year and are inside the top 35 among public universities, including one USF program in the top 15 and another jumping into the top 20.

January 27, 2026Student Success, University News

New report finds USF’s economic impact nears $10 billion annually across 91ÉçÇø, including $7 billion in Tampa Bay

Based on the latest data, the report shows that USF delivers substantial returns for students, taxpayers, employers and communities through several key areas, including workforce development, research innovation, health care and alumni productivity.

January 26, 202670th Anniversary, University News

USF rises in new research rankings, outpacing many peer institutions in growth

With $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, USF ranks No. 47 among the nation’s public universities – and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.

January 13, 2026Research and Innovation, University News

USF earns national recognition for community engagement

The 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement recognizes USF’s deep, sustained commitment to partnership-driven work that aligns university expertise with community priorities, including economic development, education and health.

January 12, 2026Community Partnerships

USF welcomes new members to the Board of Trustees

Three prominent members of the Tampa Bay community with strong ties to USF will join the university’s Board of Trustees in 2026.

January 5, 2026University News

Top stories of 2025

From launching the nation’s first college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to celebrating an historic football season, 2025 was defined by bold moments and impactful leadership. As we turn the page to the second half of the decade, here are some of the year’s top stories.

December 15, 2025University News

91ÉçÇø Board of Governors confirms Moez Limayem as USF’s next president

Limayem has served as president of the University of North 91ÉçÇø since 2022 and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years before taking the role at UNF.

December 12, 2025University News

USF Board of Trustees celebrates President Rhea Law with special honors and planned recognitions on campus

President Rhea Law’s lifelong commitment to the 91ÉçÇø – as a student, employee, founding member of the USF Board of Trustees and the institution’s first alum to serve as president – will leave a lasting legacy that continues well beyond her tenure.

December 11, 2025University News

USF will look to capture a third straight bowl game win as it takes on ODU at Universal Orlando Resort. The game will be televised on ESPN and is one of many fundraising events hosted by the Orlando Sports Foundation that supports cancer research.

December 5, 2025USF Athletics

Hartline joins USF from The Ohio State University and is widely considered one of college football's rising coaching stars and one of the nation's outstanding recruiters.

December 3, 2025USF Athletics