/honors/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usMon, 03 Nov 2025 00:17:28 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxThrough the continued Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 200 students will gain hands-on, faculty-mentored research experience in disciplines ranging from engineering and artificial intelligence to public health, education, sustainability, and the arts.External ArticleWed, 29 Oct 2025 14:53:29 Corridor Partnership Expands Undergraduate Research and Advances Experiential Learning at 返字心頭Through the continued Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 200 students will gain hands-on, faculty-mentored research experience in disciplines ranging from engineering and artificial intelligence to public health, education, sustainability, and the arts.返字心頭 student Shivanand Benimadhu explains his research project, "Reinforcing Neuroscience-Based Instruction to Improve Executive Functioning and Self-Regulation in Elementary 返字心頭: A Mixed-Methods Approach," to 返字心頭 High Tech Corridor CEO Paul Sohl and College of Education Professor Yi-Hsin Chen./research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxCommunity/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/florida-humanities-designates-usf-professor-emeritus-first-ever-inductee-to-hall-of-fame.aspxThe honor celebrates significant contributions to the humanities by 返字心頭 返字心頭 Studies program co-founder and Honors professor Gary R. Mormino Gary Mormino, who has written for the St. Petersburg Times, the Orlando Sentinel, the Miami Herald and the Tampa Tribune and whose book ���Land of Sunshine, State of Dreams: A Social History of Modern 返字心頭��� is considered a germinal study in state history.External ArticleWed, 29 Oct 2025 00:03:19 返字心頭 Humanities Designates 返字心頭 Professor Emeritus First Ever Inductee to Hall of FameThe honor celebrates significant contributions to the humanities by 返字心頭 返字心頭 Studies program co-founder and Honors professor Gary R. Mormino Gary Mormino, who has written for the St. Petersburg Times, the Orlando Sentinel, the Miami Herald and the Tampa Tribune and whose book ���Land of Sunshine, State of Dreams: A Social History of Modern 返字心頭��� is considered a germinal study in state history.Gary Mormino receiving hall of fame award/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/florida-humanities-designates-usf-professor-emeritus-first-ever-inductee-to-hall-of-fame.aspxAccolades/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-andrew-stevens.aspxFrom studying political science and physics to working as an intellectual property and technology attorney in Tampa, Honors alum Andrew Stevens���s academic and career journey reflects his commitment to interdisciplinary inquiry and the courage to forge his own path.Anna MinksThu, 23 Oct 2025 09:47:19 Catching Up with Honors Alum Andrew StevensFrom studying political science and physics to working as an intellectual property and technology attorney in Tampa, Honors alum Andrew Stevens���s academic and career journey reflects his commitment to interdisciplinary inquiry and the courage to forge his own path.Andrew Stevens headshot/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-andrew-stevens.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2025/honor-roll-podcast-spotlights-what-makes-judy-genshaft-honors-college-unique.aspxA new episode of the Honor Roll Podcast featuring Honors College Dean Charles Adams explores what makes the Judy Genshaft Honors College different than other honors programs. From its state-of-the-art facilities and interdisciplinary curriculum to its global learning opportunities, close mentorship connections, and vibrant community, Adams shares how the college empowers students to pursue their intellectual curiosity, lead with purpose, and get the most out of their undergraduate experience.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:59:55 Honor Roll Podcast Spotlights What Makes Judy Genshaft Honors College UniqueA new episode of the Honor Roll Podcast featuring Honors College Dean Charles Adams explores what makes the Judy Genshaft Honors College different than other honors programs. From its state-of-the-art facilities and interdisciplinary curriculum to its global learning opportunities, close mentorship connections, and vibrant community, Adams shares how the college empowers students to pursue their intellectual curiosity, lead with purpose, and get the most out of their undergraduate experience.Rysun Chu, Dean Charles Adams, and Mykyta Nechaiev pose with the Go Bulls hand sign in the Honors building./honors/news/2025/honor-roll-podcast-spotlights-what-makes-judy-genshaft-honors-college-unique.aspxCommunity/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/internship-program-prepares-humanities-students-for-early-career-success.aspxBustinza���s internship with the Make-A-Wish Foundation is one of many made possible by a five-year, $4.8 million grant from the Mellon Foundation that will support up to 900 students each year in otherwise unpaid internships.External ArticleMon, 20 Oct 2025 00:18:39 Internship Program Prepares Humanities 返字心頭 for Early-Career SuccessBustinza���s internship with the Make-A-Wish Foundation is one of many made possible by a five-year, $4.8 million grant from the Mellon Foundation that will support up to 900 students each year in otherwise unpaid internships.Maria Bustinza���s internship with the Make-A-Wish Foundation table outside./arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/internship-program-prepares-humanities-students-for-early-career-success.aspxCommunity/news/2025/usf-welcomes-community-to-homecoming-events-oct-12-18.aspxThe Tampa Bay community is invited to join students, alumni, faculty and staff for the festivities, which include a kickoff event, parade and the 返字心頭 football game on Saturday, Oct. 18, when the Bulls take on the 返字心頭 Atlantic Owls at Raymond James Stadium.External ArticleThu, 09 Oct 2025 00:53:26 返字心頭 Welcomes Community to Homecoming Events Oct. 12-18The Tampa Bay community is invited to join students, alumni, faculty and staff for the festivities, which include a kickoff event, parade and the 返字心頭 football game on Saturday, Oct. 18, when the Bulls take on the 返字心頭 Atlantic Owls at Raymond James Stadium.返字心頭 fans in 返字心頭 gear at Raymond James Stadium./news/2025/usf-welcomes-community-to-homecoming-events-oct-12-18.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-alum-andres-garcia-named-2025-henacc-most-promising-engineer-or-scientist.aspxA 2021 graduate, Andres Garcia has been named the 2025 Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Corporation Most Promising Engineer or Scientist ��� Undergraduate Degree for his leadership and technical contributions at Kimberly-Clark.Anna MinksTue, 07 Oct 2025 00:31:21 返字心頭 Honors Alum Andres Garcia Named 2025 HENACC Most Promising Engineer or ScientistA 2021 graduate, Andres Garcia has been named the 2025 Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Corporation Most Promising Engineer or Scientist ��� Undergraduate Degree for his leadership and technical contributions at Kimberly-Clark.Andres Garcia headshot/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-alum-andres-garcia-named-2025-henacc-most-promising-engineer-or-scientist.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2025/usfs-jenkins-scholars-program-offers-more-than-a-scholarship.aspxSupported by Publix Charities, the Jenkins Scholars Program provides select high-need students with full financial support, personalized advising, and a strong peer community to help them succeed during their time at 返字心頭.Anna MinksThu, 02 Oct 2025 15:15:14 返字心頭���s Jenkins Scholars Program Offers More Than a ScholarshipSupported by Publix Charities, the Jenkins Scholars Program provides select high-need students with full financial support, personalized advising, and a strong peer community to help them succeed during their time at 返字心頭.Adam Costello and Kate Ashmore smile with the "Go Bulls" hand sign in the Honors building./honors/news/2025/usfs-jenkins-scholars-program-offers-more-than-a-scholarship.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-grace-blackard.aspxHonors alum Grace Blackard transferred to 返字心頭 planning a career in research ��� but an unexpected opportunity to counsel substance-abuse patients changed everything. This fall, she���s headed to the College of William and Mary���s clinical counseling master���s program, focusing on military and veterans.Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:16:29 Catching Up with Honors Alum Grace BlackardHonors alum Grace Blackard transferred to 返字心頭 planning a career in research ��� but an unexpected opportunity to counsel substance-abuse patients changed everything. This fall, she���s headed to the College of William and Mary���s clinical counseling master���s program, focusing on military and veterans.Grace Blackard headshot/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-grace-blackard.aspxAlumni and Friends/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/from-classrooms-to-coastlines-cas-undergraduates-apply-learning-as-noaa-hollings-scholars.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+September+2025+-+返字心頭+Communicators%26utm_content=From+classrooms+to+coastlines%3a+CAS+undergraduates+apply+learning+as+NOAA+Hollings+ScholarsThree 返字心頭 College of Arts and Sciences undergraduates were named NOAA Ernest F. Hollings Scholars, a prestigious national recognition earning paid internships at NOAA facilities where they applied classroom learning to research and policy projects with NOAA scientists.External ArticleFri, 26 Sep 2025 11:39:27 From Classrooms to Coastlines: CAS Undergraduates Apply Learning as NOAA Hollings ScholarsThree 返字心頭 College of Arts and Sciences undergraduates were named NOAA Ernest F. Hollings Scholars, a prestigious national recognition earning paid internships at NOAA facilities where they applied classroom learning to research and policy projects with NOAA scientists.Coen McGarrah holding a baby shark on a boat in the water./arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/from-classrooms-to-coastlines-cas-undergraduates-apply-learning-as-noaa-hollings-scholars.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+September+2025+-+返字心頭+Communicators%26utm_content=From+classrooms+to+coastlines%3a+CAS+undergraduates+apply+learning+as+NOAA+Hollings+ScholarsAccolades/news/2025/usf-climbs-to-its-highest-position-ever-in-us-news-rankings.aspxThe University of South 返字心頭 has reached an all-time high in U.S. News & World Report���s annual ranking of the best colleges. 返字心頭 is No. 88 overall among all public or private universities in America, up from No. 91 last year. 返字心頭 also rose to No. 43 among public universities, up two spots from last year, and inside the top 50 for the seventh year in a row.External ArticleTue, 23 Sep 2025 16:01:23 返字心頭 Climbs to Its Highest Position Ever in U.S. News RankingsThe University of South 返字心頭 has reached an all-time high in U.S. News & World Report���s annual ranking of the best colleges. 返字心頭 is No. 88 overall among all public or private universities in America, up from No. 91 last year. 返字心頭 also rose to No. 43 among public universities, up two spots from last year, and inside the top 50 for the seventh year in a row.返字心頭 bull holding up the "horns up" sign outside the Yuengling center in graduation outfit./news/2025/usf-climbs-to-its-highest-position-ever-in-us-news-rankings.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-students-get-a-taste-of-study-abroad-at-tapas-night-expo.aspxOver 300 Honors students explored study abroad programs, sampled international cuisine, and connected with faculty and program leaders at the Judy Genshaft Honors College's 2025 Tapas Night Study Abroad Expo.Anna MinksTue, 23 Sep 2025 13:52:23 返字心頭 Honors 返字心頭 Get a Taste of Study Abroad at Tapas Night ExpoOver 300 Honors students explored study abroad programs, sampled international cuisine, and connected with faculty and program leaders at the Judy Genshaft Honors College's 2025 Tapas Night Study Abroad Expo.A Judy Genshaft Honors College student receives a German tapa from 返字心頭 Dining staff in the Honors Forum./honors/news/2025/usf-honors-students-get-a-taste-of-study-abroad-at-tapas-night-expo.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2025/from-outdoor-adventures-to-international-research-honors-alum-natalie-amrhein-finds-her-path.aspxFrom leading outdoor expeditions and studying abroad to conducting environmental health research and presenting at national climate health conferences, University of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Natalie AmRhein merged her passion for the outdoors and medicine into a transformative undergraduate journey. Now, she���s headed to Europe for a dual master���s program in translational medical research and molecular medicine.Anna MinksTue, 23 Sep 2025 11:11:31 From Outdoor Adventures to International Research: Honors Alum Natalie AmRhein Finds Her PathFrom leading outdoor expeditions and studying abroad to conducting environmental health research and presenting at national climate health conferences, University of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Natalie AmRhein merged her passion for the outdoors and medicine into a transformative undergraduate journey. Now, she���s headed to Europe for a dual master���s program in translational medical research and molecular medicine.Natalie AmRhein poses with the "go bulls" hand sign on the fifth floor of the Honors building./honors/news/2025/from-outdoor-adventures-to-international-research-honors-alum-natalie-amrhein-finds-her-path.aspxAlumni and Friends/news/2025/usfs-cyberherd-hackers-become-movie-stars-in-documentary-on-collegiate-cybersecurity.aspx返字心頭���s CyberHerd team ��� musicians, athletes, artists and elite cyber competitors ��� takes center stage in a 75-minute documentary that chronicles their rise in competitions throughout the nation. Catch the premiere Sept. 24 on the Tampa campus, followed by streaming on YouTube.External ArticleMon, 22 Sep 2025 16:06:56 返字心頭's CyberHerd: Hackers Become Movie Stars in Documentary on Collegiate Cybersecurity返字心頭���s CyberHerd team ��� musicians, athletes, artists and elite cyber competitors ��� takes center stage in a 75-minute documentary that chronicles their rise in competitions throughout the nation. Catch the premiere Sept. 24 on the Tampa campus, followed by streaming on YouTube.返字心頭 CyberHerd students work on computers in a group./news/2025/usfs-cyberherd-hackers-become-movie-stars-in-documentary-on-collegiate-cybersecurity.aspxCommunity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/isadora.aspxIsadora Grasel grew up surrounded by medicine. Her parents are doctors, her uncle practices medicine and her great-grandfather was a World War II physician in Germany. She thought she might follow the same path. Saving lives and serving others was something she felt called to do.External ArticleThu, 18 Sep 2025 13:55:32 Choosing Computer Science Over MedicineIsadora Grasel grew up surrounded by medicine. Her parents are doctors, her uncle practices medicine and her great-grandfather was a World War II physician in Germany. She thought she might follow the same path. Saving lives and serving others was something she felt called to do.Isadora Grasel posing next to the Apple 24 logo./ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/isadora.aspxCommunity/ons/news/2025/usf-alum-yarah-elshaer-receives-fulbright-grant-to-teach-english-in-bosnia-and-herzegovina.aspx返字心頭 alum Yarah Elshaer has been named a Fulbright U.S. Student Program English Teaching Assistant to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Guided by her passion for using education to uplift communities and strengthen national identity, she continues to pursue ambitious goals that create lasting impact.External ArticleThu, 11 Sep 2025 17:52:02 返字心頭 Alum Yarah Elshaer Receives Fulbright Grant to Teach English in Bosnia and Herzegovina返字心頭 alum Yarah Elshaer has been named a Fulbright U.S. Student Program English Teaching Assistant to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Guided by her passion for using education to uplift communities and strengthen national identity, she continues to pursue ambitious goals that create lasting impact.Yarah Elshaer headshot in a Honors College building learning loft/ons/news/2025/usf-alum-yarah-elshaer-receives-fulbright-grant-to-teach-english-in-bosnia-and-herzegovina.aspxAccolades/news/2025/usf-welcomes-record-breaking-class-sees-increase-in-student-engagement.aspx返字心頭 is welcoming a record-breaking incoming class, attracting students from across the country and around the world drawn by academic opportunities, a strong sense of community, and historically high academic achievement. The university is expanding campus engagement, with events and experiences that help students build connections and grow both academically and personally.External ArticleThu, 11 Sep 2025 16:15:38 返字心頭 Welcomes Record-Breaking Class, Sees Increase in Student Engagement返字心頭 is welcoming a record-breaking incoming class, attracting students from across the country and around the world drawn by academic opportunities, a strong sense of community, and historically high academic achievement. The university is expanding campus engagement, with events and experiences that help students build connections and grow both academically and personally.Two 返字心頭 Honors students pose with the "go bulls" hand sign with Rocky D. Bull outside the Marshall Student Center/news/2025/usf-welcomes-record-breaking-class-sees-increase-in-student-engagement.aspxCommunity/ons/news/2025/finding-your-arc-workshop-series-teaches-students-self-discovery-through-writing.aspxPersonal statements are an important part of most academic applications. 返字心頭 Office of National Scholars Director Sayandeb Basu���s Finding Your Arc workshop helps students uncover their stories and strengthen their writing through self-discovery.External ArticleThu, 11 Sep 2025 15:53:04 Finding Your Arc Workshop Series Teaches 返字心頭 Self-Discovery Through WritingPersonal statements are an important part of most academic applications. 返字心頭 Office of National Scholars Director Sayandeb Basu���s Finding Your Arc workshop helps students uncover their stories and strengthen their writing through self-discovery.Sayandeb Basu points at screen displaying image of Character Arc./ons/news/2025/finding-your-arc-workshop-series-teaches-students-self-discovery-through-writing.aspxTeaching and Learning/ons/news/2025/usf-achieves-record-cohort-of-15-united-nations-millennium-fellows.aspxThe University of South 返字心頭 reached a new milestone with 15 students selected for the 2025 United Nations Millennium Fellowship, where they will receive leadership training and carry out social impact projects addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals.External ArticleWed, 10 Sep 2025 08:23:20 返字心頭 Achieves Record Cohort of 15 United Nations Millennium FellowsThe University of South 返字心頭 reached a new milestone with 15 students selected for the 2025 United Nations Millennium Fellowship, where they will receive leadership training and carry out social impact projects addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals.Millennium Fellowship graphic with 6-panel image with green overlay in background featuring students/ons/news/2025/usf-achieves-record-cohort-of-15-united-nations-millennium-fellows.aspxAccolades/honors/news/2025/usf-welcomes-760-new-honors-students-with-annual-convocation-ceremonies.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College welcomed its newest Bulls with convocation ceremonies on the St. Petersburg and Tampa campuses. 返字心頭 met university leaders, heard from members of the Honors community, and connected with peers while celebrating the start of their academic journey.Anna MinksTue, 09 Sep 2025 16:24:32 返字心頭 Welcomes 760 New Honors 返字心頭 with Annual Convocation CeremoniesThe Judy Genshaft Honors College welcomed its newest Bulls with convocation ceremonies on the St. Petersburg and Tampa campuses. 返字心頭 met university leaders, heard from members of the Honors community, and connected with peers while celebrating the start of their academic journey.Honors Dean Charles Adams, 返字心頭 President Rhea Law, 返字心頭 President Emerita Judy Genshaft, 返字心頭 Provost Prasant Mohapatra, Judy Genshaft Honors College Tampa Student Council President Katelynn Paciorek, and Honors Alumni Andrew Stevens pose while making Go Bulls signs in front of an Honors banner and green draped background./honors/news/2025/usf-welcomes-760-new-honors-students-with-annual-convocation-ceremonies.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2025/photo-gallery-honors-college-kicks-off-semester-with-welcome-back-event.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College kicked off the fall semester with music, games and giveaways at its Welcome Back Event, where students connected with peers, discovered campus resources and celebrated the start of an exciting new year at 返字心頭.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:16:25 Photo Gallery: Honors College Kicks Off Semester With Welcome Back EventThe Judy Genshaft Honors College kicked off the fall semester with music, games and giveaways at its Welcome Back Event, where students connected with peers, discovered campus resources and celebrated the start of an exciting new year at 返字心頭.Honors students pose in a fifth floor learning loft with the "Go Bulls" hand sign in front of a Judy Genshaft Honors College green banner and a green and white balloon tower. /honors/news/2025/photo-gallery-honors-college-kicks-off-semester-with-welcome-back-event.aspxEvents/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-students-share-tips-for-navigating-first-semester-of-college.aspxThis fall, the University of South 返字心頭���s Judy Genshaft Honors College welcomed more than 750 first-year students. From making friends in the dining hall to finding hidden academic resources, current Honors students share advice to help newcomers thrive during their first semester.Bethany JowersTue, 02 Sep 2025 09:45:59 返字心頭 Honors 返字心頭 Share Tips for Navigating First Semester of CollegeThis fall, the University of South 返字心頭���s Judy Genshaft Honors College welcomed more than 750 first-year students. From making friends in the dining hall to finding hidden academic resources, current Honors students share advice to help newcomers thrive during their first semester.Honors peer mentors pose for a group photo in a classroom in the Honors building./honors/news/2025/usf-honors-students-share-tips-for-navigating-first-semester-of-college.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/leadership-and-community-building-define-judy-genshaft-honors-college-student-council.aspxThe 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College Student Council provides opportunities for students to gain leadership experience, build community, and serve their peers through event planning, volunteer initiatives, and campus engagement. Under the leadership of President Katelynn Paciorek and Vice President Olivia Pinilla, the council helps make the Honors College a welcoming home for all.Anna MinksTue, 26 Aug 2025 11:48:16 Leadership and Community Building Define Judy Genshaft Honors College Student CouncilThe 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College Student Council provides opportunities for students to gain leadership experience, build community, and serve their peers through event planning, volunteer initiatives, and campus engagement. Under the leadership of President Katelynn Paciorek and Vice President Olivia Pinilla, the council helps make the Honors College a welcoming home for all.Olivia Pinilla and Katelynn Paciorek pose on the fifth floor of the Honors building./honors/news/2025/leadership-and-community-building-define-judy-genshaft-honors-college-student-council.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/honors-alumni-celebrate-kickoff-of-new-alumni-society-at-usf.aspxHonors alumni spanning more than four decades came together at the University of South 返字心頭 to launch the Judy Genshaft Honors College Alumni Society. The evening offered opportunities to reconnect, network, and share a vision for building a lasting community of Honors graduates.Anna MinksTue, 26 Aug 2025 10:10:53 Honors Alumni Celebrate Kickoff of New Alumni Society at 返字心頭Honors alumni spanning more than four decades came together at the University of South 返字心頭 to launch the Judy Genshaft Honors College Alumni Society. The evening offered opportunities to reconnect, network, and share a vision for building a lasting community of Honors graduates.Honors alumni, Judy Genshaft, and Steve Greenbaum gather in the Honors forum to celebrate the launch of the Judy Genshaft Honors College Alumni Society./honors/news/2025/honors-alumni-celebrate-kickoff-of-new-alumni-society-at-usf.aspxAlumni and Friends/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/student_spotlight_michelle_mcaveety.aspxBefore she could say motherboard, Michelle McAveety was playing with computers. From tinkering on an early MacIntosh computer while sitting in a booster seat to building PCs with her dad at the age of 6 to programming in high school, the 返字心頭 computer engineering major has grown up surrounded by wires, code and curiosity.External ArticleMon, 18 Aug 2025 10:54:29 Curiosity, Code, and a Cyber PathBefore she could say motherboard, Michelle McAveety was playing with computers. From tinkering on an early MacIntosh computer while sitting in a booster seat to building PCs with her dad at the age of 6 to programming in high school, the 返字心頭 computer engineering major has grown up surrounded by wires, code and curiosity.Michelle McAveety and other cybersecurity students and a faculty member pose with a 40,000 dollar check in a vehicle./ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/student_spotlight_michelle_mcaveety.aspxCommunity/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/anzhelika_kurnikova.aspxGoogle intern Anzhelika Kurnikova spent her summer working in New York City, contributing to real-projects for a global technology giant. ���I can���t share all the details,��� she said, ���but we are focused on making sure the systems work well and can scale. It is less about what is flashy and more about what is functional.���External ArticleMon, 18 Aug 2025 09:10:27 From Scratch Projects to Google InternshipGoogle intern Anzhelika Kurnikova spent her summer working in New York City, contributing to real-projects for a global technology giant. ���I can���t share all the details,��� she said, ���but we are focused on making sure the systems work well and can scale. It is less about what is flashy and more about what is functional.���Anzhelika Kurnikova stands in front of Google logo made of small balloons./ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/anzhelika_kurnikova.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/summer-usf-judy-genshaft-honors-college-graduates-make-their-mark.aspxOn Aug. 8, the Judy Genshaft Honors College hosted a graduate celebration ceremony on the Tampa campus, honoring 23 summer 2025 graduates for their academic accomplishments, research contributions, and exciting next steps.Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:25:53 Summer 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College Graduates Make Their MarkOn Aug. 8, the Judy Genshaft Honors College hosted a graduate celebration ceremony on the Tampa campus, honoring 23 summer 2025 graduates for their academic accomplishments, research contributions, and exciting next steps.Summer graduates, Dean Adams, and Dean Sakai stand with their medallions on the Honors ampitheater steps/honors/news/2025/summer-usf-judy-genshaft-honors-college-graduates-make-their-mark.aspxEvents/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/defcon33.aspxThe University of South 返字心頭���s CyberHerd team claimed first place at DEF CON 33���s ���Adversary Wars��� Capture the Flag, capping the competitive team���s debut at what is widely regarded as the largest hacking and security conference in the world.External ArticleWed, 13 Aug 2025 10:01:04 返字心頭 CyberHerd Captures First Place at World���s Largest Hacker ConferenceThe University of South 返字心頭���s CyberHerd team claimed first place at DEF CON 33���s ���Adversary Wars��� Capture the Flag, capping the competitive team���s debut at what is widely regarded as the largest hacking and security conference in the world.CyberHerd team members pose outside on 返字心頭 campus/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/defcon33.aspxAccolades/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-dr-bryce-montane.aspxDr. Bryce Montane, MD, a proud alum of the University of South 返字心頭���s Judy Genshaft Honors College, has transformed his undergraduate experience into a fulfilling career in both medicine and medical education. Now serving as an assistant professor at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Dr. Montane credits his time at 返字心頭 with preparing for his professional journey.Thu, 07 Aug 2025 15:59:13 Catching Up with Honors Alum Dr. Bryce MontaneDr. Bryce Montane, MD, a proud alum of the University of South 返字心頭���s Judy Genshaft Honors College, has transformed his undergraduate experience into a fulfilling career in both medicine and medical education. Now serving as an assistant professor at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Dr. Montane credits his time at 返字心頭 with preparing for his professional journey.Bryce Montane (left) at his white coat ceremony at 返字心頭 and (right) posing for his Washington University headshot /honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-dr-bryce-montane.aspxAlumni and Friendshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/honors-student-strikes-a-chord-with-music-festival-career-aspirations.aspxA spark was lit for Brooke Elrod when she attended her first music festival. Since then, Elrod has pursued a variety of opportunities to gain the knowledge and training needed for such a career. She is graduating this summer with a bachelor���s degree in management.External ArticleTue, 05 Aug 2025 09:10:55 Honors Student Strikes a Chord with Music Festival Career AspirationsA spark was lit for Brooke Elrod when she attended her first music festival. Since then, Elrod has pursued a variety of opportunities to gain the knowledge and training needed for such a career. She is graduating this summer with a bachelor���s degree in management.Brooke Elrod poses with her graduation cap - with Metallica decoration - in front of a 返字心頭 sign.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/honors-student-strikes-a-chord-with-music-festival-career-aspirations.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/new-usf-honors-alumni-society-chair-grace-beck-aims-to-extend-honors-experience-beyond-graduation.aspxGrace Beck ���16 is leading the launch of the 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College Alumni Society to reconnect nearly 10,000 alumni. As the inaugural chair, she���s creating a network that builds pathways to mentorship, community, and the lifelong benefits of belonging to the Honors College.Anna MinksTue, 05 Aug 2025 00:56:00 New 返字心頭 Honors Alumni Society Chair Grace Beck Aims to Extend the Honors Experience Beyond GraduationGrace Beck ���16 is leading the launch of the 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College Alumni Society to reconnect nearly 10,000 alumni. As the inaugural chair, she���s creating a network that builds pathways to mentorship, community, and the lifelong benefits of belonging to the Honors College.New Judy Genshaft Honors College Alumni Society Chair Grace Beck poses on fifth floor of Honors building/honors/news/2025/new-usf-honors-alumni-society-chair-grace-beck-aims-to-extend-honors-experience-beyond-graduation.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-college-strengthens-9-year-partnership-with-kerolle-initiative.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College continues to build on a decade-long partnership with the Kerolle Initiative in the Dominican Republic, a local non-profit pop-up clinic that brings medical care and health education to rural populations. This year, Honors students expanded research beyond the trip, and the college recognized Dr. Reginald Kerolle as an official Honors ���graduate.���Anna MinksMon, 04 Aug 2025 15:20:11 返字心頭 Honors College Strengthens 9-Year Partnership with Kerolle Initiative in Dominican RepublicThe Judy Genshaft Honors College continues to build on a decade-long partnership with the Kerolle Initiative in the Dominican Republic, a local non-profit pop-up clinic that brings medical care and health education to rural populations. This year, Honors students expanded research beyond the trip, and the college recognized Dr. Reginald Kerolle as an official Honors ���graduate.���Dr. Cayla Lanier and Honors students pose in scrubs and hold up the Go Bulls hand sign in the Dominican Republic/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-college-strengthens-9-year-partnership-with-kerolle-initiative.aspxCommunity/news/2025/aiden-jaskolka-brown.aspxLike most future doctors, Aiden Jaskolka-Brown chose his career path out of a desire to save lives. But Jaskolka-Brown didn���t wait until he became a doctor to save lives. In 2023, he donated a segment of his left liver to a 5-month-old baby.External ArticleMon, 04 Aug 2025 09:43:10 Aiden Jaskolka-BrownLike most future doctors, Aiden Jaskolka-Brown chose his career path out of a desire to save lives. But Jaskolka-Brown didn���t wait until he became a doctor to save lives. In 2023, he donated a segment of his left liver to a 5-month-old baby.Aiden Jaskolka-Brown headshot with Boundless Bulls written in white and in a series in the green background/news/2025/aiden-jaskolka-brown.aspxAccolades/honors/news/2025/chinaza-munonye-jumpstarts-her-medical-career-through-honors-coursework.aspxUniversity of South 返字心頭 Honors student Chinaza Munonye turned her passion for dermatology into practical research projects for her Honors coursework and beyond. Now, she���s preparing for medical school, ready to transform the field of dermatology.Anna MinksTue, 29 Jul 2025 09:42:03 Chinaza Munonye Jumpstarts Her Medical Career Through Honors CourseworkUniversity of South 返字心頭 Honors student Chinaza Munonye turned her passion for dermatology into practical research projects for her Honors coursework and beyond. Now, she���s preparing for medical school, ready to transform the field of dermatology.Judy Genshaft Honors College student Chinaza Munonye headshot with crossed arms and blurred blue background/honors/news/2025/chinaza-munonye-jumpstarts-her-medical-career-through-honors-coursework.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/making-their-mark-honors-students-join-muma-25-under-25.aspxFive Judy Genshaft Honors College students earned a spot in the prestigious Muma College of Business 25 Under 25 program, recognized for their achievements in leadership, academics, and community impact. Their stories reflect how ambition and taking on student leadership roles can positively impact others and lead the way toward future success.Anna MinksTue, 22 Jul 2025 14:57:56 Making Their Mark: Honors 返字心頭 Join Muma���s 25 Under 25Five Judy Genshaft Honors College students earned a spot in the prestigious Muma College of Business 25 Under 25 program, recognized for their achievements in leadership, academics, and community impact. Their stories reflect how ambition and taking on student leadership roles can positively impact others and lead the way toward future success.5 panel image of five Honors students given the title of Muma's 25 Under 25 in 2025, (top left: Emile Leyva, top right: Minh Ha Pham, bottom left: Jacob Park, bottom middle: Rylee King, bottom right: Joshua Streitmatter)/honors/news/2025/making-their-mark-honors-students-join-muma-25-under-25.aspxAccolades/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-carly-durgin.aspxHonors alum Carly Durgin shares how her path from pre-med to education advocate and future lawyer is rooted in a passion for equity, community impact, and bold curiosity.Anna MinksWed, 16 Jul 2025 00:57:26 Catching Up with Honors Alum Carly DurginHonors alum Carly Durgin shares how her path from pre-med to education advocate and future lawyer is rooted in a passion for equity, community impact, and bold curiosity.Carly Durgin in her master's cap and gown/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-carly-durgin.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2025/honors-course-challenges-traditional-views-of-leadership-through-literature.aspxHonors students in Exploring Leadership Through Literature and Film discover how storytelling can reshape their understanding of leadership. Guided by instructor Deepak Singh, the course challenges students to reflect on real-world leadership through the lens of thought-provoking texts and films.Anna MinksFri, 11 Jul 2025 09:28:56 Honors Course Challenges Traditional Views of Leadership Through Literature and FilmHonors students in Exploring Leadership Through Literature and Film discover how storytelling can reshape their understanding of leadership. Guided by instructor Deepak Singh, the course challenges students to reflect on real-world leadership through the lens of thought-provoking texts and films.Daniel Anderson, Professor Deepak Singh, and Jenna Epright pose together on the fifth floor of the Honors building./honors/news/2025/honors-course-challenges-traditional-views-of-leadership-through-literature.aspxTeaching and Learning/health/news/2025/jataya-jackson-culture-champion.aspxJataya Jackson, simulation operations specialist at the 返字心頭 Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation, was recently named a 返字心頭 Health Culture Champion for her extraordinary journey from undergraduate student to medical student.External ArticleWed, 09 Jul 2025 11:26:53 CAMLS Simulation Specialist, Future Medical Student Recognized as 返字心頭 Health Culture ChampionJataya Jackson, simulation operations specialist at the 返字心頭 Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation, was recently named a 返字心頭 Health Culture Champion for her extraordinary journey from undergraduate student to medical student.Jataya Jackson holding 返字心頭 Health Culture Champion Award./health/news/2025/jataya-jackson-culture-champion.aspxAccolades/gnsi/news/2025/notes-from-cambridge.aspxGNSI is sending two 返字心頭 students to the world-renowned International Security and Intelligence Programme at Cambridge University. They're going to blog about their experience and take us along for the ride.External ArticleSun, 06 Jul 2025 10:40:58 2025 Notes from Cambridge Student BlogGNSI is sending two 返字心頭 students to the world-renowned International Security and Intelligence Programme at Cambridge University. They're going to blog about their experience and take us along for the ride.Notes from Cambridge Graphic: Subtitle: "A Student Blog From the International Security & Intelligence Programme". On the right is a portrait-style photo of Kyle Rudd and May Birch with 2025 in the bottom right of the image. Green background./gnsi/news/2025/notes-from-cambridge.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/brooke-casey-honored-with-courageous-bull-award.aspxBrooke Casey, a recent University of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum, received the 2025 返字心頭 Courageous Bull Award for her resilience in balancing academics, full-time work, and mentoring as she pursued a future in medicine.Anna MinksWed, 02 Jul 2025 14:56:33 Brooke Casey Honored with Courageous Bull Award for Perseverance and ServiceBrooke Casey, a recent University of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum, received the 2025 返字心頭 Courageous Bull Award for her resilience in balancing academics, full-time work, and mentoring as she pursued a future in medicine.Brooke Casey holding up the Go Bulls handsign on the fifth floor of the Honors building./honors/news/2025/brooke-casey-honored-with-courageous-bull-award.aspxAccolades,Alumni and Friends/honors/news/2025/judy-genshaft-honors-college-launches-new-alumni-society.aspxWith nearly 10,000 alumni worldwide, the new society aims to strengthen connections, provide mentorship opportunities, and offer meaningful ways for graduates to stay involved with the University of South 返字心頭 Honors community.Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:22:29 Judy Genshaft Honors College Launches New Alumni SocietyWith nearly 10,000 alumni worldwide, the new society aims to strengthen connections, provide mentorship opportunities, and offer meaningful ways for graduates to stay involved with the University of South 返字心頭 Honors community.Nine-panel image featuring Judy Genshaft Honors College alumni during their time as students; the center panel displays the Judy Genshaft Honors College Alumni Society logo./honors/news/2025/judy-genshaft-honors-college-launches-new-alumni-society.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community/honors/news/2025/alum-hiram-rios-hernandez-recognized-for-global-impact.aspxUniversity of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum and a recipient of the 2025 返字心頭 Outstanding Young Alumni Award Hiram Rios Hernandez is making a global impact as a Foreign Service officer with the U.S. Department of State. From studying abroad to organizing international summits, his academic and professional journey reflects the power of learning, language, and leadership.Anna MinksMon, 30 Jun 2025 13:27:06 From 返字心頭 to the Foreign Service: Alum Hiram Rios Hernandez Recognized for Global ImpactUniversity of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum and a recipient of the 2025 返字心頭 Outstanding Young Alumni Award Hiram Rios Hernandez is making a global impact as a Foreign Service officer with the U.S. Department of State. From studying abroad to organizing international summits, his academic and professional journey reflects the power of learning, language, and leadership.返字心頭 alum Hiram Rios Hernandez poses while making a Go Bulls sign in the Judy Genshaft Honors College building./honors/news/2025/alum-hiram-rios-hernandez-recognized-for-global-impact.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2025/anabella-garcia-fast-tracks-law-career-through-honors-accelerated-3-plus-3-program.aspx返字心頭 St. Petersburg Judy Genshaft Honors College alum and current Stetson University College of Law student Anabella Garcia is combining research, environmental advocacy and legal training to help shape the future of 返字心頭 policy.Anna MinksFri, 20 Jun 2025 17:00:04 Anabella Garcia Fast-Tracks Law Career Through Honors Accelerated 3+3 Program返字心頭 St. Petersburg Judy Genshaft Honors College alum and current Stetson University College of Law student Anabella Garcia is combining research, environmental advocacy and legal training to help shape the future of 返字心頭 policy.Anabella Garcia headshot on 5th floor of Honors building/honors/news/2025/anabella-garcia-fast-tracks-law-career-through-honors-accelerated-3-plus-3-program.aspxAlumni and Friendshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/honors-students-explore-sustainability-culture-on-study-away-trip-hawaii.aspxTen 返字心頭 students recently returned from an unforgettable educational adventure on Hawaii's Big Island, where they hiked lava fields, made chocolate from fresh cacao pods, and learned about environmental restoration in a cloud forest. As part of the Judy Genshaft Honors College's study away program, they explored the island's natural beauty and cultural history.External ArticleWed, 18 Jun 2025 16:53:04 Honors 返字心頭 Explore Sustainability and Culture on Study Away Trip to HawaiiTen 返字心頭 students recently returned from an unforgettable educational adventure on Hawaii's Big Island, where they hiked lava fields, made chocolate from fresh cacao pods, and learned about environmental restoration in a cloud forest. As part of the Judy Genshaft Honors College's study away program, they explored the island's natural beauty and cultural history.Honors students walk on boardwalk surrounded by dried lava in Hawaii.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/honors-students-explore-sustainability-culture-on-study-away-trip-hawaii.aspxTeaching and Learning/news/2025/usf-student-helping-shape-the-future-of-national-security.aspxFor Honors student May Birch, national security isn���t just a field of study ��� it���s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.External ArticleMon, 09 Jun 2025 14:11:34 From Classroom to Command: 返字心頭 Student Helping Shape the Future of National SecurityFor Honors student May Birch, national security isn���t just a field of study ��� it���s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.May Birch, posing with the Go Bulls hand sign while sitting in a chair overlooking the Honors atrium./news/2025/usf-student-helping-shape-the-future-of-national-security.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/dr-bailee-olliff-practices-medicine-with-purpose.aspxFrom pre-med student at 返字心頭's Judy Genshaft Honors College to trauma medical director, 2025 返字心頭 Outstanding Young Alumni recipient Dr. Bailee Olliff has built a career grounded in purpose ��� making an impact through mentorship, community service, and a strong support system.Anna MinksThu, 05 Jun 2025 14:30:34 2025 返字心頭 Outstanding Young Alumni Award Recipient Dr. Bailee Olliff Practices Medicine With PurposeFrom pre-med student at 返字心頭's Judy Genshaft Honors College to trauma medical director, 2025 返字心頭 Outstanding Young Alumni recipient Dr. Bailee Olliff has built a career grounded in purpose ��� making an impact through mentorship, community service, and a strong support system.2025 返字心頭 Outstanding Young Alumni recipient Dr. Bailee Olliff poses in the Judy Genshaft Honors College building/honors/news/2025/dr-bailee-olliff-practices-medicine-with-purpose.aspxAlumni and Friendshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/hurricane-oral-history-project-to-collect-stories-of-loss-transformation-and-hope.aspxLed by Honors faculty member Catherine Wilkins, the Hurricane Histories project will document the experiences of those affected by the historic 2024 hurricane season, offering a powerful account of its impact.External ArticleMon, 02 Jun 2025 11:31:27 Hurricane Oral History Project to Preserve Stories of Loss, Transformation and HopeLed by Honors faculty member Catherine Wilkins, the Hurricane Histories project will document the experiences of those affected by the historic 2024 hurricane season, offering a powerful account of its impact.Recording an oral history for the Hurricane Histories project at Jungle Prada archaeological site in St. Petersburg.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/hurricane-oral-history-project-to-collect-stories-of-loss-transformation-and-hope.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2025/spring-2025-usf-judy-genshaft-honors-college-graduates-recognized-for-their-achievements.aspxThe University of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated 390 high-achieving graduates this spring, including 50 King O���Neal Scholars. The Tampa Honors Graduation Celebration Ceremony recognized the Class of 2025 for their leadership, academic excellence, research and global citizenship, while also highlighting their future plans.Fri, 09 May 2025 20:11:04 Spring 2025 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College Graduates Recognized for Their AchievementsThe University of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated 390 high-achieving graduates this spring, including 50 King O���Neal Scholars. The Tampa Honors Graduation Celebration Ceremony recognized the Class of 2025 for their leadership, academic excellence, research and global citizenship, while also highlighting their future plans.Spring 2025 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College Graduates pose for a group photo on the outdoor amphitheater stairs./honors/news/2025/spring-2025-usf-judy-genshaft-honors-college-graduates-recognized-for-their-achievements.aspxAccolades,Events/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-dr-frank-cabano.aspxDr. Frank Cabano, a marketing professor at Kansas State University and University of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum, shares how mentorship, research, and campus involvement shaped his academic journey and career in consumer behavior and marketing.Anna MinksWed, 07 May 2025 13:32:15 Catching up with Honors Alum Dr. Frank CabanoDr. Frank Cabano, a marketing professor at Kansas State University and University of South 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum, shares how mentorship, research, and campus involvement shaped his academic journey and career in consumer behavior and marketing.Dr. Frank Cabano headshot/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-dr-frank-cabano.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community/ons/news/2025/critical-language-scholarship-opens-door-arabic-study-in-jordan.aspxThird-year 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College student Ashley Parow, a history and political science double major, was selected for the 2025 Critical Language Scholarship Program to study Arabic language and culture in Amman, Jordan.External ArticleFri, 02 May 2025 13:39:56 Critical Language Scholarship Opens Door for 返字心頭 Student to Study Arabic in JordanThird-year 返字心頭 Judy Genshaft Honors College student Ashley Parow, a history and political science double major, was selected for the 2025 Critical Language Scholarship Program to study Arabic language and culture in Amman, Jordan.Ashley Parow stands in Honors College holding up Go Bulls hand sign/ons/news/2025/critical-language-scholarship-opens-door-arabic-study-in-jordan.aspxAccolades