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USF 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 USF 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
An update on the USF presidential search
Mike Griffin, chair of the USF Presidential Search Committee and vice chair of the USF Board of Trustees, provides an update on the presidential search selection process and how the USF community can get involved.
June 20, 2025University News
Key support for USF included in this year’s state budget
Funding for the University of South ÐßÐßÊÓƵ’s institutional priorities and support for other important university projects is included in the 2025-26 fiscal year state budget. It will soon be sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis for his review, approval and line-item veto consideration. 
June 16, 2025University News
USF 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 USF students and faculty who represent the heart of USF.
June 6, 2025University News
Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin reelected to USF Board of Trustees leadership roles
The University of South ÐßÐßÊÓƵ Board of Trustees will continue to be led by Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin after their reelection as chair and vice chair during today’s board meeting. Weatherford and Griffin, who have served as chair and vice chair since 2021, were each selected for an additional two-year term.
June 3, 2025University News
Top stories of USF's spring semester
As USF shifts into summer, thousands of new graduates are entering the workforce prepared to meet industry demand and elevate the talent pipeline across Tampa Bay, the state and nation. Their final semester at USF was packed with milestone moments: a record-setting donation, multiple national championships and top-tier rankings that affirm the value of a USF degree.
May 12, 2025University News
USF confers more than 7,700 degrees during spring commencement ceremonies
Graduates included a mother and son earning their degrees, a cancer survivor who never gave up on her educational goal and twin sisters who created thriving startups, winning awards along the way to fuel their entrepreneurial journeys.
May 12, 2025Student Success, University News
Local meteorologist Denis Phillips, Tampa Bay Sports Commission’s Rob Higgins among award recipients at USF’s Spring commencement
The University of South ÐßÐßÊÓƵ honored seven individuals for their service to the university, the Tampa Bay community and the nation during Commencement ceremonies May 8-11.
May 12, 2025University News
Humor, embarrassment and joy: Meet the name readers of USF’s commencement ceremonies
For those in attendance, the conferring of thousands of degrees each semester seems to run smoothly. But for the commencement readers, getting those names right takes preparation, care and a bit of courage.
April 30, 2025University News
Trustees approve updated USF stadium plan, paving the way for full construction to move forward
Check out USF’s latest rendering for the stadium and ÐßÐßÊÓƵ more about how construction is ramping up – putting it on track to open in fall 2027.
April 29, 2025USF Athletics, University News
A message from President Rhea Law
USF President Rhea Law issues a statement following the tragic events at ÐßÐßÊÓƵ State University.
April 17, 2025University News
USF celebrates construction milestone for new facility aimed at addressing ÐßÐßÊÓƵ’s nursing shortage
The USF Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of ÐßÐßÊÓƵ’s growing demand for qualified nurses.
April 17, 2025USF Health, University News