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University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬: A Preeminent Research University

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ commencement spotlights four visionary leaders advancing innovation and growth

Four visionary leaders will be recognized during ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s fall commencement ceremonies. Their global, civic and philanthropic contributions have advanced academic partnerships, economic growth and innovation.

December 15, 2025Honors and Awards, University News

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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

University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬: A Preeminent Research University

A message from ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s ninth president, Moez Limayem

President Moez Limayem addresses the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ community following his confirmation by the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Board of Governors.

December 12, 2025University News

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Board of Governors confirms Moez Limayem as ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s next president

Limayem has served as president of the University of North ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ since 2022 and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ for 10 years before taking the role at UNF.

December 12, 2025University News

University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬: A Preeminent Research University

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Board of Trustees to consider out-of-state fee increase proposal

The University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Board of Trustees will consider a proposal to increase out-of-state student fees by 15%. If approved, the increase will be effective beginning Fall 2026.

December 12, 2025University News

Mike Griffin, Rhea Law, Will Weatherford

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Board of Trustees celebrates President Rhea Law with special honors and planned recognitions on campus

President Rhea Law’s lifelong commitment to the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ – as a student, employee, founding member of the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ 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

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ walk near the bull statue holding cell phones

T-Mobile and ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ collaborate to provide scholarships to students and enhance on-campus connectivity with Advanced Network Solutions

Through this new program, T-Mobile will provide dedicated on-campus connectivity for ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ with its portfolio of Advanced Network Solutions and annual scholarships to benefit undergraduate students pursuing degrees in cybersecurity and other disciplines.

December 4, 2025Campus Life, Student Success, University News

The new facility expands access to high-quality lab instruction in chemistry, biology and physics for students across the university.

November 19, 2025University News

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ recognized by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Dream Employers’

For the second consecutive year, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ was the only public or private university in ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ to make the list. Among employers ranked in the education industry, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ is No. 13 in the nation overall and No. 5 among public higher education institutions.

November 18, 2025University News

Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin

Weatherford and Griffin reappointed to new terms on the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Board of Trustees

Weatherford was reappointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in a Nov. 14 announcement, while Griffin’s reappointment was announced by the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Board of Governors during a Nov. 6 meeting. Both appointments are subject to confirmation by the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Senate.

November 17, 2025University News

Rendering of Fletcher District

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ releases new renderings of Fletcher District as project receives state-level approval

The university’s planned mixed-use destination features student and multifamily housing, restaurants, retail, a hotel and conference center, an academic research facility and recreation space.

November 7, 2025Community, University News

Two women in a lab

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ and beyond

Industry partnerships have propelled the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ closer to its $1 billion goal.

November 4, 2025Research and Innovation, University News

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