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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ names new dean for the College of Education

Jenifer Jasinski Schneider brings a distinguished record of leadership, research and service focused on literacy, creativity and student success.

June 16, 2026University News

How a gamers club led by the College of Education is transforming STEM learning

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ researchers are demonstrating how to expand learning beyond the classroom, while also generating insights that may inform education more broadly.

April 21, 2026Community Partnerships

New study finds work-based learning key to closing the cybersecurity skills gap

New research from the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ identified a growing interest among higher education institutions to incorporate work-based learning in cybersecurity programs to help close the gap between academic preparation and the needs of employers.

March 25, 2026Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Student Success

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ to host Scripps Spelling Bee

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ hosts the Regional Scripps Spelling Bee for the first time, welcoming about 60 Tampa Bay students competing for a trip to nationals. Meet the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ professor helping keep the focus on the kids and their love of language.

February 11, 2026Community Partnerships

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ College of Education students giving area seniors a step up in physical fitness

A free, student-led fitness program is changing what’s possible for older adults – boosting strength, confidence and even recovery after major health events.

January 8, 2026Community Partnerships, Student Success

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ program gives homeschoolers a place to play and future teachers real experience

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s Physical Education Teacher Education program turns gym time into a win‑win: homeschool kids get to run, jump, and try out new sports, while future PE teachers swap textbooks for whistles and real‑world practice. It’s like recess meets career training—fun for the kids, and a hands‑on playground for the majors learning to lead.

November 24, 2025Community Partnerships

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ equipping K-12 teachers with tools for an AI-powered future

In a powerful step toward future-ready classrooms, nearly 250 Hillsborough County educators gathered at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ for a two-day training on integrating AI into K-12 education.

July 15, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI

From ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ to the pros: Meet grad student and soccer star Vivianne Bessette

While pursuing a master’s degree in exercise science at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬, Vivianne Bessette helped lead Tampa Bay Sun FC to a championship title as a standout defender in the team’s inaugural season.

July 1, 2025Student Success

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ is helping bring AI to Pre-K-12 classrooms

To prepare students for an AI-driven world, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ is helping teachers in Tampa Bay and across the country integrate AI into their classrooms.

May 15, 2025Cyber/AI

Tammy and Bennett Moscato

Mother and son Tammy and Bennett Moscato attended ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ together. Now, they are both graduating this spring.

May 2, 2025Student Success

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ alumni drive AI classroom innovation with virtual assistants for K-12 teachers

With support from ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ alumni, a ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ graduate is revolutionizing education through her company that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized learning experiences for students.

April 9, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Student Success

Middle and high school STEM teachers from across the state of ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ came to ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ to build and test remotely operated vehicles and learn more about the world of underwater robotics and engineering.

January 29, 2025Community Partnerships