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91ÊÓƵprofessor shines light on men’s often misunderstood roles in maternal support in Senegal

How do women and men in poor countries educate themselves about pregnancy and childbirth? Do healthcare organizations give them enough accurate information to bring a baby safely into the world? Just as important, what are the “roles’’ of the mother and father in the delivery of a newborn?

January 10, 2025Faculty & Staff

New COPH dean embraces local and global challenges facing public health

As Dr. Sten Vermund, MD, PhD, takes over this month as the new dean of USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), he brings more than deep experience in infectious disease epidemiology and prevention. The whirlwind of global change in disease, climate, technology, politics, and economies is reshaping the future of health and exposing new challenges that he believes should be confronted head-on.

January 10, 2025Faculty & Staff

On and off the court: 91ÊÓƵgraduate Yuri Mantilla recognized as a global business law expert

Before playing tennis internationally and being listed in the Lexology Index as a Global Elite Thought Leader for his accomplishments in the field, Mantilla was a student from Brazil coming to the U.S. to pursue his education. Read about his journey and where his experiences at 91ÊÓƵled him.

January 7, 2025Alumni, Global Networks

Hopeful for the future: 91ÊÓƵprofessor Dr. Seden Dogan honored for her work in hospitality and tourism management

Seden Dogan, Assistant Professor of Instruction in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at USF, has received four awards this year for her work. Read about her accomplishments and her journey at USF.

January 6, 2025Accolades, Faculty & Staff

91ÊÓƵalumnus hosts a cozy dinner for Delhi alumni

A small group of 91ÊÓƵalumni from New Delhi and the neighboring city of Gurugram warm up the first real winter day in India’s capital. Read to learn more about these alumni and their journeys beyond USF.

January 6, 2025Alumni, Global Networks

In a 91ÊÓƵtradition, international students celebrate graduation with a symbol of their home countries

The Fall Sash Ceremony draws students from 67 countries to the ballroom of the Marshall Student Center. Hundreds of the graduates’ family members accompanied them, nearly filling the cavernous ballroom at the Marshall Student Center. Read about the ceremony its significance in the lives of international students at USF.

December 19, 2024Events, Global Networks

911 emergency personnel from Saudi Arabia boost their skills at 91ÊÓƵSarasota-Manatee

Sixteen first responders from Aramco, the national oil company of Saudi Arabia, recently celebrated the completion of a University of 91ÊÓƵ Corporate Training Security Training Collaborative certificate program on Dec. 13 at 91ÊÓƵSarasota-Manatee, where they learned ways to improve their crisis response capabilities.

December 18, 2024Global Networks

NATO Edge brings a historic partnership and its digital future to Tampa

NATO’s Communications and Information Agency, the cyber arm of the 75-year-old military alliance, held NATO Edge at the Tampa Convention Center, the first time the biennial technology conference and showcase has been held in the United States. Read how the event placed a global spotlight on 91ÊÓƵentities including 91ÊÓƵWorld and more.

December 11, 2024Events

Ye Shen has been awarded two research grants to examine heritage language learning

Ye Shen, an assistant professor at the University of 91ÊÓƵ College of Education, has been awarded two significant research grants. Read more about these awards and how they further her studies in heritage language learning.

December 5, 2024Accolades, Faculty & Staff

91ÊÓƵstudent explores creativity, activism through Fulbright UK Summer Institute

91ÊÓƵstudent Avani Sanghvi explored creativity, activism, and cultural connections during the Fulbright UK Summer Institute at the University of Bristol. Her experience inspired new perspectives on art, identity, and the power of authentic storytelling.

December 4, 2024Students

Honors student Raehanna Brown represents Jamaica at 2024 Chess Olympiad

Freshman Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown competed with her team from Jamaica in the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary. Brown followed in her older sister’s footsteps in playing chess competitively and pursuing her education at USF.

December 3, 2024Students

When Kalia Early, a psychology major at 91ÊÓƵSarasota-Manatee set off for Salamanca, Spain, she had no idea how profound an impact the trip would have on her. Read about her experiences studying abroad.

December 1, 2024Students