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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

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

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ employers gain competitive edge as ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ expands federally funded cybersecurity program

Due to its success, the university is nearly doubling enrollment of the InfoSec Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst program, offering it for free to 400 military veterans, first responders and public-sector professionals.

November 10, 2025Community, Cyber/AI

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How gut health and food can transform diabetes management and prevent disease

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ researcher Hariom Yadav is uncovering how strengthening gut health through nutrient-rich foods could help prevent chronic diseases – transforming the way we think about medicine.

November 10, 2025Research and Innovation, ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Health

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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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Simulated cyberattack, national security highlight inaugural CyberBay conference

More than 1,000 people attended CyberBay 2025, many from outside of ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬, to explore Tampa Bay’s emergence as a national hub for cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and national security.

October 15, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI

 IAE President and CEO Darren Schumacher; ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ President Rhea Law; Eric Moore, deputy to the commanding general, U.S. Army DEVCOM; Adam Rawlett, senior scientist, U.S. Army Research Lab; Norma Alcantar, engineering professor and associate dean of research

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ secures contract with U.S. Army, strengthening collaboration with Department of Defense

The University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ has signed a five-year research contract worth up to $85 million with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory. The partnership strengthens ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s defense research in cybersecurity, biotechnology and energy sciences while offering students valuable internship opportunities.

September 4, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success, University News

Tony Lattanze works on the JCREW with a service member

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ invention helps U.S. military counter deadly improvised explosive devices

What started as a weekend sketch and a student prototype at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ is now saving lives on the battlefield. Discover how a simple invention transformed operations against one of the military’s deadliest threats.

September 3, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success

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Top stories of ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬'s summer semester

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s campuses remained vibrant throughout the summer – breaking multiple records. From lifesaving research, to philanthropic giving and thousands of K-12 students connecting at summer camp, the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ community embodies what it means to be bold. Read more about some of the summer semester's biggest moments.

August 11, 2025University News

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ student examines medical device

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ military veteran improves mobility, comfort with medical device invented by ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ engineering students

A group of ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ engineering students turned their class project into something truly life-changing: a custom-designed mobility device for a Marine Corps veteran with a spinal cord injury. Their innovative solution not only transformed her quality of life – it shows how hands-on learning and compassion can shape the future of health care.

July 21, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, Student Success

President Rhea Law looks at a photo with Sen. Darryl Rouson

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ to advance its position as a leader in mental and behavioral health by creating a new research center named for Sen. Darryl Rouson

The Senator Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Research at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ will conduct rigorous research to advance the scientific understanding of the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including improving treatment outcomes and reducing the societal impacts of substance abuse and mental health conditions.

June 25, 2025University News

Five faculty and students from ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ and the words, Be Bold

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ wins prestigious gold Telly Award for Be Bold campaign

The 30-second commercial – part of the university’s brand campaign that aired on television, streaming and digital platforms – showcases ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ students and faculty who represent the heart of ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬.

June 6, 2025University News

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