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A generous $1.5 million gift from ReliaQuest will expand programming and establish the first-ever named professorship in the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. The investment builds on a longstanding partnership between ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ and ReliaQuest, helping attract world-class faculty, bolster research and enhance student learning while advancing artificial intelligence and cybersecurity education in high-demand fields.
June 25, 2026Cybersecurity

Bellini College faculty bring AI expertise to education summit
Bellini College faculty showcased their expertise in artificial intelligence at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬'s AI in Education Summit, where nearly 250 educators explored AI's growing impact on K-12 learning. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions and hands-on workshops, faculty shared insights on responsible AI use, classroom innovation and emerging tools designed to support both teachers and students in educational settings.
June 12, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity

Bellini College broadens AI instruction with new courses and curriculum enhancements
The Bellini College is expanding artificial intelligence education across its curriculum, introducing new AI-focused courses and integrating AI modules into software engineering and cybersecurity classes. The updates provide students with hands-on experience using emerging technologies while emphasizing responsible, real-world applications, ensuring graduates are prepared for an increasingly AI-driven workforce.
June 8, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity

Induction ceremonies recognize Bellini College students entering tech and engineering fields
ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ from the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing were recognized during induction ceremonies celebrating their transition into engineering and technology professions. The event highlighted the ethical responsibilities of the field, honored graduates entering computer science, cybersecurity, information technology and engineering careers, and featured keynote remarks from physician, innovator and Bellini College advisory board member José Morey.
May 8, 2026Computing, Cybersecurity

In the ring and in the cloud: ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ graduate bridges boxing and cybersecurity
A ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ cybersecurity graduate and founder of Bulls Boxing, Yeran Gamage applies the balance of offense and defense from the ring to real‑world AI and cloud security. Now heading to Wells Fargo as a cloud security engineer, he’s already uncovering vulnerabilities in open‑source AI tools and building protections at scale.
May 4, 2026Cybersecurity

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ and By Light formalize partnership to advance trusted AI for national security
ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ and By Light Professional IT Services LLC have formalized a strategic partnership to advance trusted artificial intelligence for national security. Researchers will collaborate on AI assurance, simulation and autonomous systems, combining real-world defense applications with rigorous mathematical verification to ensure AI systems operate safely, reliably and transparently in high-stakes environments.
April 9, 2026Cybersecurity

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s Bellini College launches AI & Cyber Living Learning Community this fall
Incoming first-year students at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬'s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing can now live and learn together in a new AI and Cyber Living Learning Community launching this fall in Pinnacle Hall. With limited beds remaining, the program offers networking, industry engagement, advising and collaborative experiences designed to support student success today.
April 8, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
A new Tampa Free Press article highlights how the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing is helping drive Tampa Bay’s tech evolution. Through research, partnerships and talent development in AI and cybersecurity, the college is strengthening the region’s digital infrastructure and preparing the workforce needed to support a rapidly growing innovation economy.
April 7, 2026Cybersecurity

From robotics competitions to Microsoft internship, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ student builds path in cybersecurity
ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ student Fagan Afandiyev turned an early passion for robotics competitions into a path toward a career in cybersecurity. After gaining experience through student competitions and industry consulting, he will spend the summer as a penetration testing intern at Microsoft, where he will help identify system vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.
April 6, 2026Cyberherd, Cybersecurity

New study finds work-based learning key to closing the cybersecurity skills gap
New research from the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ highlights growing momentum among colleges to integrate work-based learning into cybersecurity programs. The study finds hands-on experiences, industry partnerships and internships help bridge the gap between classroom learning and workforce needs. Efforts at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s Bellini College demonstrate how experiential learning prepares students for rapidly evolving cybersecurity careers in today’s digital economy worldwide.
March 25, 2026Cybersecurity

CyberBay 2026 Summit highlights ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s role in building the future cybersecurity workforce
University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ President Moez Limayem joined nearly 60 students from the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at CyberBay 2026 Summit to highlight the growing demand for cybersecurity talent and showcase the college’s role in developing the workforce. Faculty and students presented research, competed in cybersecurity challenges and engaged with industry partners. Bellini College Associate Professor John Licato also won the conference’s $70,000 Innovation Challenge for his AI contract analysis platform.
March 13, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cyberherd, Cybersecurity

ConnectSecure invests in ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s cybersecurity apprenticeship program
A $100,000 gift from Tampa-based ConnectSecure will expand the Security Operations Center Apprenticeship Program at Cyber ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬, adding five new student positions. Announced during CyberBay 2026, the donation will provide more University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ students with paid, hands-on cybersecurity experience protecting university and public sector networks.
March 13, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity