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![Two people meditate by the ocean](/news/images/2024/mindfulness-and-managing-emotions-lead-to-better-sleep/listing.png)
Mindfulness and managing emotions lead to better sleep
A ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ-led study helps explain why focusing on the present moment can improve sleep, reduce stress and improve overall health.
June 24, 2024Research and Innovation
Snowbird was sworn in as ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏSt. Petersburg's new comfort dog. Along with his handler, Ofc. Mark Lickenfelt from the University Police Department, Snowbird will deliver goodwill and quiet compassion to students, faculty and staff.
June 21, 2024University News
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ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏprojects selected for new research program bring the potential to solve critical challenges
Four interdisciplinary teams of ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏresearchers have each been awarded up to $1 million in seed funding through the Collaborative Research Excellence and Translational Efforts awards – a new initiative designed to catalyze new research and enhance USF’s impact.
June 20, 2024Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation
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USF-trained shipwreck hunter makes major discovery
Using a technique known as side-scan sonar, a team led by ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏalum David Mearns and The Royal Canadian Geographical Society found Shackleton’s last ship off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada.
June 18, 2024Research and Innovation
![Record number of summer campers flock to USF’s campuses for fun and career exploration](/news/images/2024/record-number-of-summer-campers-flock-to-campuses-for-fun-and-career-exploration/newsroomlist.jpg)
Record number of summer campers flock to USF’s campuses
ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏis seeing unprecedented growth in its youth summer camp offerings, with significant increases in the number of camps and double the number of participants. While it may appear to be just summer fun, many camps offer a peek at career options and serve as the first point of contact at ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏfor future Bulls.
June 18, 2024Community Partnerships
![ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏgraduate programs ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report](/images/news/2024/usf-graduate-programs-ranked-among-the-nations-best-by-us-news-world-report/new-listing.jpg)
More than two dozen graduate programs at ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏconsidered among the best in America
According to new rankings released by U.S. News & World Report, ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏis home to more than two dozen graduate programs considered to be the best in America.
June 18, 2024University News
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U.S. Department of State funds new cybersecurity and AI study abroad program at USF
The U.S. Department of State has awarded ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏfunding to establish a study abroad program at the tech-focused Algebra University in Croatia. It’s designed for ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏstudents pursuing degrees in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and computer science engineering.
June 17, 2024Student Success
Juneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.
June 17, 2024Research and Innovation
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Final state budget includes funding to support key ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏinitiatives
The ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ will receive significant increased recurring operational funding and support for other important projects in the 2024-25 state budget that was signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis today.
June 12, 2024University News
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ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth OB-GYN studying women’s health in space
As a member of NASA’s GeneLab group, Dr. Begum Mathyk is collaborating with a team of researchers in the field of space biology, publishing several studies as part of national portfolio on space research.
June 12, 2024Research and Innovation, ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏHealth
![ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏcorporate training and professional education programs strengthening the workforce](/news/images/2024/corporate-training-and-professional-education-programs-strengthening-workforce/ctpelist.jpg)
ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏcorporate training and professional education programs strengthening the workforce
USF's Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education helps working professionals upskill and reskill their careers through more than 20 programs offering certificates, badges and exam preparation – all aligned with market demands.
June 12, 2024Student Success
ºÚÁÏÍø³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏSt. Petersburg and the Florida YMCA have partnered to offer a program designed to enhance civic education by immersing high school students from across the state in local government and public service.
June 11, 2024Community Partnerships