/cbcs/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSat, 25 Jul 2026 23:44:24 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/summer-camps-provide-immersive-learning-campus-living-for-local-high-school-students.aspxFor the first time, USF St. Petersburg hosted the Rocky’s Residents program, providing local high school students the chance to experience college life firsthand while exploring the fields of criminology.External ArticleThu, 16 Jul 2026 08:42:30 Criminology camp provides immersive learning experience for high school studentsFor the first time, USF St. Petersburg hosted the Rocky’s Residents program, providing local high school students the chance to experience college life firsthand while exploring the fields of criminology.Justice Quest summer camphttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/summer-camps-provide-immersive-learning-campus-living-for-local-high-school-students.aspxCollege News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/national-study-supports-palliative-care-education-for-assisted-living-providers.aspxThe National Institute on Aging-funded research led by Principal Investigator Debra Dobbs focuses on improving dementia care and end-of-life outcomes.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:30:35 National study supports palliative care education for assisted living providersThe National Institute on Aging-funded research led by Principal Investigator Debra Dobbs focuses on improving dementia care and end-of-life outcomes.A group of palliative care trainers and assisted living staff stand together in a classroom holding certificates of completion. A presentation slide for the Palliative Care Education in Assisted Living Lab is displayed on a screen behind them./cbcs/news/2026/national-study-supports-palliative-care-education-for-assisted-living-providers.aspxCollege News,School of Aging Studies/cbcs/news/2026/darryl-rouson-center-for-substance-use-and-mental-health-research-receives-state-support.aspxThe center advances scientific understanding of the relationship between substance use and mental health.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:12:28 Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Use and Mental Health Research receives state supportThe center advances scientific understanding of the relationship between substance use and mental health.Sen. Darryl Rouson speaks at a USF Board of Trustees meeting./cbcs/news/2026/darryl-rouson-center-for-substance-use-and-mental-health-research-receives-state-support.aspxCollege News/cbcs/news/2026/criminal-justice-mental-health-and-substance-abuse-grant-program-shares-2024-2025-annual-report.aspxThe annual legislative report summarizes outcomes and system-level impact across 32 grantees.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:12:56 Criminal Justice, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Grant Program shares 2024-2025 annual reportThe annual legislative report summarizes outcomes and system-level impact across 32 grantees.Criminal Justice, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Grant Program FY24-25 Annual Report cover/cbcs/news/2026/criminal-justice-mental-health-and-substance-abuse-grant-program-shares-2024-2025-annual-report.aspxBehavioral Health Science and Practice,College News/cbcs/news/2026/school-of-social-work-faculty-appointed-to-national-accreditation-service-roles.aspxBrittany Peters and Khalilah Caines have been appointed as site visitors for the Council on Social Work Education's Board of Accreditation.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:34:14 School of Social Work faculty appointed to national accreditation service rolesBrittany Peters and Khalilah Caines have been appointed as site visitors for the Council on Social Work Education's Board of Accreditation.Brittany Peters and Khalilah Caines/cbcs/news/2026/school-of-social-work-faculty-appointed-to-national-accreditation-service-roles.aspxCollege News,School of Social Work/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxThe research explores why males are increasingly targeted, the psychological and financial impacts of victimization and the warning signs and prevention strategies people can use to protect themselves online.External ArticleTue, 23 Jun 2026 15:46:12 Study reveals the hidden toll of financial sextortion on teenage boys and menThe research explores why males are increasingly targeted, the psychological and financial impacts of victimization and the warning signs and prevention strategies people can use to protect themselves online.Romantic scheme for financial gain/news/2026/hidden-toll-of-financial-sextortion-on-teens-and-men.aspxCollege News,Criminologyhttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/usf-magazine-official/virtual-reality-job-training-creates-career-paths-young-adults-disabilitiesA groundbreaking USF-led program is using virtual reality to train young adults with disabilities for high-demand careers — changing futures and opening doors once thought out of reach.External ArticleMon, 22 Jun 2026 09:11:10 Virtual reality job-training creates career paths for young adults with disabilitiesA groundbreaking USF-led program is using virtual reality to train young adults with disabilities for high-demand careers — changing futures and opening doors once thought out of reach.a person wearing a virtual reality headsethttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/usf-magazine-official/virtual-reality-job-training-creates-career-paths-young-adults-disabilitiesChild and Family Studies,College News/cbcs/news/2026/usf-partners-with-pasco-county-to-guide-opioid-settlement-investments.aspxA comprehensive behavioral health system gap analysis is helping inform how Pasco County strategically invests opioid settlement funds to strengthen recovery and improve community well-being.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:54:05 USF partners with Pasco County to guide opioid settlement investmentsA comprehensive behavioral health system gap analysis is helping inform how Pasco County strategically invests opioid settlement funds to strengthen recovery and improve community well-being.Pink Narcan packages/cbcs/news/2026/usf-partners-with-pasco-county-to-guide-opioid-settlement-investments.aspxBehavioral Health Science and Practice,College News/world/news/2026/fiji-peace-corps-student-spotlight.aspxAdriana Romo, who graduated this past spring with her bachelor’s degree in social work, said the opportunity reflects years of personal growth, academic preparation and a longstanding interest in service and cultural exchangeExternal ArticleFri, 12 Jun 2026 11:14:49 School of Social Work student prepares for Peace Corps service in FijiAdriana Romo, who graduated this past spring with her bachelor’s degree in social work, said the opportunity reflects years of personal growth, academic preparation and a longstanding interest in service and cultural exchangeAdriana Romo/world/news/2026/fiji-peace-corps-student-spotlight.aspxCollege News,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/doctoral-student-karah-greene-gains-global-perspective-on-mental-health-research-through-prestigious-fellowship.aspxGreene was one of 11 fellows selected from universities across the country, representing career stages ranging from current doctoral students to assistant professors.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:21:24 Doctoral student Karah Greene gains global perspective on mental health research through prestigious fellowshipGreene was one of 11 fellows selected from universities across the country, representing career stages ranging from current doctoral students to assistant professors.Karah Greene takes a photo with other gmhCONNECT attendees/cbcs/news/2026/doctoral-student-karah-greene-gains-global-perspective-on-mental-health-research-through-prestigious-fellowship.aspxCollege News,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/usf-welcomes-retiring-tampa-police-chief-lee-bercaw-to-full-time-faculty.aspxBercaw will help instruct and coordinate the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program, sharing his real-world perspectives on policing, criminal justice leadership and public safety.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:21:21 USF welcomes retiring Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw to full-time facultyBercaw will help instruct and coordinate the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program, sharing his real-world perspectives on policing, criminal justice leadership and public safety.Lee Bercaw at podium/cbcs/news/2026/usf-welcomes-retiring-tampa-police-chief-lee-bercaw-to-full-time-faculty.aspxCollege News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/nik-lampe-receives-young-alumni-award-from-alma-mater.aspxThe award recognizes early-career alumni for outstanding professional achievements, service and impact within their profession or civic involvement.Fri, 29 May 2026 13:44:28 Nik Lampe receives Young Alumni Award from alma materThe award recognizes early-career alumni for outstanding professional achievements, service and impact within their profession or civic involvement.Nik Lampe with their award/cbcs/news/2026/nik-lampe-receives-young-alumni-award-from-alma-mater.aspxBehavioral Health Science and Practice,College News/cbcs/news/2026/usf-applied-behavior-analysis-program-honored-at-international-convention.aspxRaymond Miltenberger was presented with the Enduring Programmatic Contributions to Behavior Analysis Award during the Association for Behavior Analysis International annual convention.Fri, 29 May 2026 08:26:37 Applied Behavior Analysis program honored at international conventionRaymond Miltenberger was presented with the Enduring Programmatic Contributions to Behavior Analysis Award during the Association for Behavior Analysis International annual convention.Ray Miltenberger and Kent Johnson/cbcs/news/2026/usf-applied-behavior-analysis-program-honored-at-international-convention.aspxChild and Family Studies,College NewsApplied Behavior Analysis/cbcs/news/2026/usf-receives-funding-to-expand-access-to-behavioral-healthcare-across-florida.aspxThese projects represent a coordinated investment in workforce development, with a focus on expanding access to care, improving training and supporting behavioral health providers across 91����.Thu, 28 May 2026 10:56:08 Four USF projects will expand access to behavioral healthcare across 91����These projects represent a coordinated investment in workforce development, with a focus on expanding access to care, improving training and supporting behavioral health providers across 91����.A group therapy setting/cbcs/news/2026/usf-receives-funding-to-expand-access-to-behavioral-healthcare-across-florida.aspxBehavioral Health Science and Practice,College News,School of Social Workhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/federal-university-partnership-advances-coordinated-human-trafficking-response-to-support-victims.aspxA new partnership between the primary federal law enforcement agency combatting human trafficking and USF aims to strengthen victim-centered response efforts within the state.External ArticleTue, 26 May 2026 09:52:43 Federal-university partnership advances coordinated human trafficking response to support victimsA new partnership between the primary federal law enforcement agency combatting human trafficking and USF aims to strengthen victim-centered response efforts within the state.MOU signing with HSIhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/federal-university-partnership-advances-coordinated-human-trafficking-response-to-support-victims.aspxCollege News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/alex-knorre-appointed-to-editorial-board-of-journal-of-quantitative-criminology.aspxThe journal is widely recognized as one of the top-ranked publications in the field of criminology.Thu, 21 May 2026 10:11:09 Alex Knorre appointed to editorial board of Journal of Quantitative CriminologyThe journal is widely recognized as one of the top-ranked publications in the field of criminology.Alex Knorre/cbcs/news/2026/alex-knorre-appointed-to-editorial-board-of-journal-of-quantitative-criminology.aspxCollege News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/soonhyung-kwon-receives-new-researcher-grant-for-augmented-reality-health-project.aspxThe findings will support future funding to add AI-driven personalization features and expand the intervention into a larger randomized controlled trial.Wed, 20 May 2026 11:07:51 Soonhyung Kwon receives USF New Researcher Grant for augmented reality health projectThe findings will support future funding to add AI-driven personalization features and expand the intervention into a larger randomized controlled trial.Soonhyung Kwon/cbcs/news/2026/soonhyung-kwon-receives-new-researcher-grant-for-augmented-reality-health-project.aspxCollege News,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-announces-internal-grant-award-recipients.aspxThese grants are awarded annually to support CBCS faculty research that shows promise for externally sponsored research funding.Fri, 15 May 2026 09:33:36 CBCS announces Internal Grant Award recipientsThese grants are awarded annually to support CBCS faculty research that shows promise for externally sponsored research funding.Caralin Branscum, Maria Carlo, Matthew Foster and SooHyun O/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-announces-internal-grant-award-recipients.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News,Criminology/news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspx?utm_source=linkedin%26utm_medium=social%26utm_campaign=newsPositive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.External ArticleThu, 14 May 2026 14:10:18 Be positive: Soonhyung Kwon's research shows your heart will thank youPositive psychology practices like gratitude and mindfulness can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.Outdoor scenery/news/2026/positivity-for-greater-heart-health.aspx?utm_source=linkedin%26utm_medium=social%26utm_campaign=newsCollege News,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-community-connects-through-relate-a-bull-reunion-event.aspxThe Relate-A-Bull initiative, facilitated by the Office of Graduate Studies, prepares graduate students to serve as peer mentors.Wed, 13 May 2026 13:59:16 CBCS graduate students build meaningful connections through peer mentorshipThe Relate-A-Bull initiative, facilitated by the Office of Graduate Studies, prepares graduate students to serve as peer mentors.Relate-a-Bull mentors take a group photo/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-community-connects-through-relate-a-bull-reunion-event.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News,Communication Sciences and Disorders,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/how-one-usf-professor-is-expanding-social-work-education-beyond-borders.aspxThrough Virtual Global Exchange, Caines is connecting School of Social Work students with their peers in the Philippines.Wed, 13 May 2026 08:56:04 Khalilah Caines is expanding social work education beyond bordersThrough Virtual Global Exchange, Caines is connecting School of Social Work students with their peers in the Philippines.Khalilah Caines/cbcs/news/2026/how-one-usf-professor-is-expanding-social-work-education-beyond-borders.aspxCollege News,School of Social Work/honors/news/2026/driven-on-the-field-and-in-the-classroom-alexa-galliganis-honors-student-athlete-experience.aspxA criminology major, Galligani balanced rigorous practices and game-day schedules with Honors coursework and experiential learning opportunities.External ArticleTue, 12 May 2026 21:03:15 Driven on the field and in the classroom: Alexa Galligani’s Honors student-athlete experienceA criminology major, Galligani balanced rigorous practices and game-day schedules with Honors coursework and experiential learning opportunities. Alexa Galligani/honors/news/2026/driven-on-the-field-and-in-the-classroom-alexa-galliganis-honors-student-athlete-experience.aspxCollege News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/behavioral-healthcare-graduates-welcomed-into-the-profession-at-pinning-ceremony.aspxFifty-five graduates of the USF Behavioral Healthcare program were celebrated during the program's pinning ceremony, where many received their pins.Fri, 08 May 2026 11:03:54 Behavioral healthcare graduates welcomed into the profession at pinning ceremonyFifty-five graduates of the USF Behavioral Healthcare program were celebrated during the program's pinning ceremony, where many received their pins.Graduate student receives pin from Nickie Zenn /cbcs/news/2026/behavioral-healthcare-graduates-welcomed-into-the-profession-at-pinning-ceremony.aspxBehavioral Health Science and Practice,College News/cbcs/news/2026/aiding-in-reentry-program-celebrates-a-semester-of-growth.aspxThe employment-focused prison reentry program provides incarcerated individuals with support as they prepare for release while also offering USF students experience in the field of criminal justice.Thu, 07 May 2026 11:08:31 Aiding in Reentry program celebrates a semester of growthThe employment-focused prison reentry program provides incarcerated individuals with support as they prepare for release while also offering USF students experience in the field of criminal justice.AiR team stands for a group photo/cbcs/news/2026/aiding-in-reentry-program-celebrates-a-semester-of-growth.aspxCollege News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/spring-2026-bsw-pinning-ceremonies.aspxThe 47 BSW graduates, joined by family, friends, faculty and staff, gathered for ceremonies for both the in-person and online cohorts.Wed, 06 May 2026 13:36:20 BSW graduates welcomed into social work profession during pinning ceremoniesThe 47 BSW graduates, joined by family, friends, faculty and staff, gathered for ceremonies for both the in-person and online cohorts.Students shake hands with professors/cbcs/news/2026/spring-2026-bsw-pinning-ceremonies.aspxCollege News,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/usf-researchers-share-results-from-ai-crime-forecasting-pilot-with-sarasota-police-department.aspxResearchers used advanced forecasting models to predict the geographic locations where crimes are likely to occur.Wed, 06 May 2026 10:42:39 AI tool developed by USF researchers helps law enforcement reduce crime in SarasotaResearchers used advanced forecasting models to predict the geographic locations where crimes are likely to occur.USF researchers and Sarasota Police Department personnel pose together in front of a Sarasota Police Department wall emblem/cbcs/news/2026/usf-researchers-share-results-from-ai-crime-forecasting-pilot-with-sarasota-police-department.aspxCollege News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/remembering-mary-jean-etten.aspxMary Jean Etten, PhD, was a longtime faculty member in the School of Aging Studies and a compassionate educator and mentor to generations of students and colleagues.Tue, 05 May 2026 14:46:50 Remembering Mary Jean EttenMary Jean Etten, PhD, was a longtime faculty member in the School of Aging Studies and a compassionate educator and mentor to generations of students and colleagues.Mary Jean Etten/cbcs/news/2026/remembering-mary-jean-etten.aspxCollege News,School of Aging Studies/cbcs/news/2026/sarasota-manatee-msw-student-addresses-national-summit-at-the-white-house.aspxAngie Sciarrone shared her expertise during the “Best Practices for Addiction Treatment within Homelessness” summit.Tue, 05 May 2026 14:19:40 USF social work student participates in White House summitAngie Sciarrone shared her expertise during the “Best Practices for Addiction Treatment within Homelessness” summit.Angie Sciarrone speaking at the podium/cbcs/news/2026/sarasota-manatee-msw-student-addresses-national-summit-at-the-white-house.aspxCollege News,School of Social Workhttps://fcbhw.org/news/seeds-to-systemsHosted by the Louis de la Parte 91���� Mental Health Institute, this year’s event marked the institute’s 12th annual colloquium bringing together experts each year to examine pressing behavioral health issuesExternal ArticleTue, 05 May 2026 11:53:15 Seeds to Systems colloquium highlights strategies to cultivate 91����’s behavioral health workforceHosted by the Louis de la Parte 91���� Mental Health Institute, this year’s event marked the institute’s 12th annual colloquium bringing together experts each year to examine pressing behavioral health issuesFMHI Colloquium attendees https://fcbhw.org/news/seeds-to-systemsCollege News,Louis de la Parte 91���� Mental Health Institute/cbcs/news/2026/layla-santana-wins-graduate-research-award-for-study-on-aging-cognitive-health.aspxSantana received the Graduate Student Research Symposium Poster Presentation Award in Social and Behavioral Sciences.Tue, 05 May 2026 10:27:35 Layla Santana wins graduate research award for study on aging, cognitive healthSantana received the Graduate Student Research Symposium Poster Presentation Award in Social and Behavioral Sciences.Moez Limayem, Layla Santana, and Ruth Bahr/cbcs/news/2026/layla-santana-wins-graduate-research-award-for-study-on-aging-cognitive-health.aspxCollege News,School of Aging Studies/cbcs/news/2026/congratulations-spring-2026-graduates.aspxWe are proud to recognize a few outstanding students from the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences who are graduating this spring.Mon, 04 May 2026 11:24:07 Congratulations, Spring 2026 graduates!We are proud to recognize a few outstanding students from the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences who are graduating this spring.Student at commencement/cbcs/news/2026/congratulations-spring-2026-graduates.aspxBehavioral Health Science and Practice,Child and Family Studies,College News,Communication Sciences and Disorders,Criminology,School of Aging Studies,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/ncpmi-hosts-national-conference-on-social-emotional-development-in-early-education.aspxThe sold-out conference drew more than 1,000 attendees from all 50 states and two countries. More than half of the participants were first-time attendees.Mon, 04 May 2026 08:41:51 NCPMI hosts national conference on social-emotional development in early educationThe sold-out conference drew more than 1,000 attendees from all 50 states and two countries. More than half of the participants were first-time attendees.Adults play on the floor with a child during the NCPMI conference/cbcs/news/2026/ncpmi-hosts-national-conference-on-social-emotional-development-in-early-education.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News/cbcs/news/2026/cibr-lab-showcases-work-at-usf-undergraduate-research-conference.aspxA total of 13 undergraduate student researchers presented on a range of topics, including phishing victimization, cybersecurity behaviors, AI technology and emerging digital threats.Fri, 01 May 2026 15:36:56 CIBR Lab showcases work at USF Undergraduate Research ConferenceA total of 13 undergraduate student researchers presented on a range of topics, including phishing victimization, cybersecurity behaviors, AI technology and emerging digital threats.Members of the CIBR lab pose together during the Undergraduate Research Conference/cbcs/news/2026/cibr-lab-showcases-work-at-usf-undergraduate-research-conference.aspxCollege News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/faculty-and-staff-honored-at-length-of-service-recognition-event.aspxThe 70 honorees recognized at the ceremony represent an impressive collective 935 years of service to USF.Fri, 01 May 2026 09:54:50 Faculty and staff honored at Length of Service recognition eventThe 70 honorees recognized at the ceremony represent an impressive collective 935 years of service to USF.Richard Dembo, Julie Serovich, Richard Weinberg/cbcs/news/2026/faculty-and-staff-honored-at-length-of-service-recognition-event.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News,Criminology/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-students-successfully-defend-dissertations-others-enter-doctoral-candidacy.aspxCongratulations to the students who successfully defended their doctoral dissertations or entered into doctoral candidacy this semester.Fri, 01 May 2026 08:58:30 CBCS students successfully defend dissertations, others enter doctoral candidacyCongratulations to the students who successfully defended their doctoral dissertations or entered into doctoral candidacy this semester.Trevor Maxfield after defense/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-students-successfully-defend-dissertations-others-enter-doctoral-candidacy.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News,Communication Sciences and Disorders,Criminology,School of Aging Studies,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/usf-applied-behavior-analysis-program-well-represented-at-state-conference.aspxStudents and faculty from the Applied Behavior Analysis program attended the 91���� Association for Behavior Analysis Conference.Fri, 01 May 2026 08:49:00 USF's Applied Behavior Analysis program well represented at state conferenceStudents and faculty from the Applied Behavior Analysis program attended the 91���� Association for Behavior Analysis Conference.Graduate students in the Applied Behavior Analysis program attending the 2026 91���� Association for Behavior Analysis Conference on April 24. /cbcs/news/2026/usf-applied-behavior-analysis-program-well-represented-at-state-conference.aspxChild and Family Studies,College NewsApplied Behavior Analysis/cbcs/news/2026/school-of-aging-studies-announces-student-and-community-awards.aspxThe school honors its scholarship recipients, along with the donors, instructors and community partners who provide vital support to its programs.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:55:58 School of Aging Studies announces student and community awardsThe school honors its scholarship recipients, along with the donors, instructors and community partners who provide vital support to its programs.Debra Dobbs, Rosa Diaz, Lindsay Peterson, Nasreen Sadeq/cbcs/news/2026/school-of-aging-studies-announces-student-and-community-awards.aspxCollege News,School of Aging Studies/cbcs/news/2026/usf-sign-language-interpreting-students-make-marine-science-accessible-at-remake-learning-days.aspxThe collaboration also offered a valuable experiential learning opportunity for students to apply their interpreting skills outside the classroom.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:08:21 USF sign language interpreting students make marine science accessible at Remake Learning DaysThe collaboration also offered a valuable experiential learning opportunity for students to apply their interpreting skills outside the classroom.A student interprets outside/cbcs/news/2026/usf-sign-language-interpreting-students-make-marine-science-accessible-at-remake-learning-days.aspxCollege News,Communication Sciences and Disorders/cbcs/news/2026/usf-social-work-students-recognized-at-2026-usf-health-student-awards-ceremony.aspxNaomi Presnall-Shvorin received the Student InterCouncil Member of the Year Award and was announced as the incoming president of the council's executive board. Sandra Accilien was recognized for her service as president.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:39:14 USF social work students recognized at 2026 USF Health Student Awards CeremonyNaomi Presnall-Shvorin received the Student InterCouncil Member of the Year Award and was announced as the incoming president of the council's executive board. Sandra Accilien was recognized for her service as president.Vickie Lynn; Naomi Presnall-Shvorin; Sandra Accilien; and Lynsey Vulcans/cbcs/news/2026/usf-social-work-students-recognized-at-2026-usf-health-student-awards-ceremony.aspxCollege News,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/center-for-autism-celebrates-community-honors-city-of-tampa-at-fiesta-by-the-bay.aspxThe Center for Autism and Related Disabilities welcomed guests to the annual event, which featured a silent disco, a photo booth, games and sensory spaces.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:33:24 Center for autism celebrates community, honors City of Tampa at Fiesta by the BayThe Center for Autism and Related Disabilities welcomed guests to the annual event, which featured a silent disco, a photo booth, games and sensory spaces.Group photo from Fiesta by the Bay/cbcs/news/2026/center-for-autism-celebrates-community-honors-city-of-tampa-at-fiesta-by-the-bay.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News/cbcs/news/2026/launch-academy-prepares-students-with-autism-for-employment-independence.aspxIn the first semester of the program, students build social skills, learn workplace rights and set goals. Then they practice those skills through real-world experiences.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:41:11 LAUNCH Academy prepares students with autism for employment, independenceIn the first semester of the program, students build social skills, learn workplace rights and set goals. Then they practice those skills through real-world experiences.Group of LAUNCH participants/cbcs/news/2026/launch-academy-prepares-students-with-autism-for-employment-independence.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-faculty-and-staff-recognized-at-2026-usf-faculty-honors-and-awards-reception.aspxFaculty were honored for outstanding research, excellence in global research, and excellence in mentorship.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:40:37 CBCS faculty and staff recognized for excellence at 2026 USF Faculty Honors and Awards ReceptionFaculty were honored for outstanding research, excellence in global research, and excellence in mentorship.Faculty Awards and Reception sign/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-faculty-and-staff-recognized-at-2026-usf-faculty-honors-and-awards-reception.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News,Criminology,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/vr-job-training-program-graduates-first-cohort-launches-careers-in-hvac.aspxThe program trains youth and adults with lifelong and acquired disabilities for skilled trades using virtual reality (VR) technology.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:45:08 VR job training program graduates first cohort, launches careers in HVACThe program trains youth and adults with lifelong and acquired disabilities for skilled trades using virtual reality (VR) technology.DIVE-VRT participants/cbcs/news/2026/vr-job-training-program-graduates-first-cohort-launches-careers-in-hvac.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News/cbcs/news/2026/three-cbcs-students-honored-at-the-2026-celebration-of-leadership-awards-ceremony.aspxThese students were recognized for their remarkable achievements and contributions to the university community.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:47:38 CBCS students honored at the 2026 USF Celebration of Leadership Awards ceremonyThese students were recognized for their remarkable achievements and contributions to the university community.Rocky D. Bull on stage/cbcs/news/2026/three-cbcs-students-honored-at-the-2026-celebration-of-leadership-awards-ceremony.aspxCollege News,Criminology,School of Aging Studies,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/gerald-imaezue-delivers-clinical-training-at-ohio-health.aspxThe training provided clinicians evidence-based tools to provide high-quality aphasia care to non-English-speaking patients.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:44:21 Gerald Imaezue delivers clinical training at OhioHealthThe training provided clinicians evidence-based tools to provide high-quality aphasia care to non-English-speaking patients.Gerald C. Imaezue/cbcs/news/2026/gerald-imaezue-delivers-clinical-training-at-ohio-health.aspxCollege News,Communication Sciences and Disorders/cbcs/news/2026/jerome-galea-presents-on-the-importance-of-mental-health-in-illinois.aspxThe talk examined the significant growth and transformation of the field of global mental health over the past decade.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:34:19 Jerome Galea presents on the importance of mental health in IllinoisThe talk examined the significant growth and transformation of the field of global mental health over the past decade.Jerome Galea presenting his lecture/cbcs/news/2026/jerome-galea-presents-on-the-importance-of-mental-health-in-illinois.aspxCollege News,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-lands-another-record-breaking-high-of-undergraduate-research-scholarships.aspxThe scholarship is funded by the 91���� High Tech Corridor and the Moms Project, an initiative supporting undergraduate research in areas aligned with the passions of the project founders’ mothers.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:39:59 Twenty-seven students honored with CBCS Undergraduate Research Scholarships in record yearThe scholarship is funded by the 91���� High Tech Corridor and the Moms Project, an initiative supporting undergraduate research in areas aligned with the passions of the project founders’ mothers.Students present their research project to attendees on an electronic screen/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-lands-another-record-breaking-high-of-undergraduate-research-scholarships.aspxBehavioral Health Science and Practice,Child and Family Studies,College News,Communication Sciences and Disorders,Criminology,School of Aging Studies/cbcs/news/2026/school-of-aging-studies-doctoral-student-awarded-the-genshaft-family-doctoral-fellowship.aspxSridevi Nair was also selected for the American Society for Microbiology Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship program.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:56:28 School of Aging Studies doctoral student awarded the Genshaft Family Doctoral FellowshipSridevi Nair was also selected for the American Society for Microbiology Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship program.Sridevi Unni Nair/cbcs/news/2026/school-of-aging-studies-doctoral-student-awarded-the-genshaft-family-doctoral-fellowship.aspxCollege News,School of Aging Studies/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-researchers-collaborate-on-national-study-supporting-korean-american-dementia-caregivers.aspxNan Sook Park, PhD, MSW, and William E. Haley, PhD, are collaborating with USF alumna Yuri Jang, PhD, on a National Institute on Aging-funded study evaluating K‑Savvy.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:43:48 CBCS researchers collaborate on national study supporting Korean American dementia caregiversNan Sook Park, PhD, MSW, and William E. Haley, PhD, are collaborating with USF alumna Yuri Jang, PhD, on a National Institute on Aging-funded study evaluating K‑Savvy.Nan Sook Park and William E. Haley/cbcs/news/2026/cbcs-researchers-collaborate-on-national-study-supporting-korean-american-dementia-caregivers.aspxCollege News,School of Aging Studies,School of Social Work/cbcs/news/2026/graduate-scholars-present-research-at-adolescent-behavioral-health-conference.aspxThe Institute for Translational Research Education in Adolescent Substance Use annual conference brought together community partners, a new cohort of students and graduating scholars.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:16:50 Graduate scholars present research at adolescent behavioral health conferenceThe Institute for Translational Research Education in Adolescent Substance Use annual conference brought together community partners, a new cohort of students and graduating scholars.ITRE's new cohort takes a group photo/cbcs/news/2026/graduate-scholars-present-research-at-adolescent-behavioral-health-conference.aspxChild and Family Studies,College News