/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usSat, 05 Apr 2025 19:13:41 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2021/06-17-summer-commencement.aspxRocky D. BullThu, 17 Jun 2021 00:00:00 USF returns to traditional ceremonies for Summer 2021 Commencement²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/06-17-summer-commencement.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-28-in-observance-of-memorial-day.aspxOn Monday, the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ joins our nation in observing Memorial Day. This is our opportunity to remember and honor the men and women who have lost their lives while serving our great country.Rocky D. BullFri, 28 May 2021 00:00:00 In Observance of Memorial DayOn Monday, the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ joins our nation in observing Memorial Day. This is our opportunity to remember and honor the men and women who have lost their lives while serving our great country.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-28-in-observance-of-memorial-day.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-12-lechner-retirement.aspxRocky D. BullWed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 David Lechner, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, announces retirement²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-12-lechner-retirement.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-06-21-looking-ahead-to-our-safe-return.aspxWorking in consultation with the Florida Board of Governors, USF and the other 11 State University System institutions are planning to transition to pre-COVID operations and pre-COVID classroom capacity beginning at the start of the Summer B session on June 28. We will also return to full in-person participation in athletic and social activities on our campuses, including fan participation in stadiums and arenas.Rocky D. BullThu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 Looking ahead to our safe returnWorking in consultation with the Florida Board of Governors, USF and the other 11 State University System institutions are planning to transition to pre-COVID operations and pre-COVID classroom capacity beginning at the start of the Summer B session on June 28. We will also return to full in-person participation in athletic and social activities on our campuses, including fan participation in stadiums and arenas.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-06-21-looking-ahead-to-our-safe-return.aspxCOVID-19Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/05-04-florida-legislative-session-update.aspxOur elected officials in Tallahassee produced a final state budget that retains much of the state’s support for higher education and for the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ. We are grateful to our partners in the Legislature for their support and for recognizing the important impact that USF makes on Florida’s progress and prosperity.Rocky D. BullTue, 04 May 2021 00:00:00 2021 Florida Legislative session updateOur elected officials in Tallahassee produced a final state budget that retains much of the state’s support for higher education and for the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ. We are grateful to our partners in the Legislature for their support and for recognizing the important impact that USF makes on Florida’s progress and prosperity.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/05-04-florida-legislative-session-update.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/03-17-important-update-spring-2021-commencement-plan.aspxAfter consulting with our experts from USF Health and university event management team, I’m pleased to inform you that we have modified our plan and will announce each graduate’s name during the ceremony and allow them to stand briefly to be recognized.Rocky D. BullWed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 An important update to USF’s Spring 2021 Commencement planAfter consulting with our experts from USF Health and university event management team, I’m pleased to inform you that we have modified our plan and will announce each graduate’s name during the ceremony and allow them to stand briefly to be recognized.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/03-17-important-update-spring-2021-commencement-plan.aspxCommencement,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/03-15-announcing-plans-spring-2021-commencement.aspxI am pleased to announce that our 123rd Commencement will be held in person this May at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg. Ceremonies are tentatively scheduled for Friday, May 7 – Sunday, May 9, 2021.Rocky D. BullMon, 15 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Announcing plans for USF’s Spring 2021 CommencementI am pleased to announce that our 123rd Commencement will be held in person this May at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg. Ceremonies are tentatively scheduled for Friday, May 7 – Sunday, May 9, 2021.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/03-15-announcing-plans-spring-2021-commencement.aspxCommencement,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-29-one-usf-reaches-another-consolidation-milestone.aspxThis week, USF reached another important milestone in the consolidation process with the completion of a site visit by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).Rocky D. BullFri, 29 Jan 2021 00:00:00 One USF Reaches Another Consolidation MilestoneThis week, USF reached another important milestone in the consolidation process with the completion of a site visit by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-29-one-usf-reaches-another-consolidation-milestone.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-12-dr-paul-sanberg-step-down.aspxAfter more than 12 years in administration and almost three decades of service to USF, Dr. Sanberg has decided to transition from his role as Senior Vice President and focus on his research in the areas of neuroscience and brain repair.Rocky D. BullTue, 12 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Dr. Paul Sanberg to step down as Senior VP of USF Research & InnovationAfter more than 12 years in administration and almost three decades of service to USF, Dr. Sanberg has decided to transition from his role as Senior Vice President and focus on his research in the areas of neuroscience and brain repair.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-12-dr-paul-sanberg-step-down.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-11-regional-chancellor-tadlock-end-term-dec-2021.aspxTadlock will transition from his current role as regional chancellor of the USF St. Petersburg campus on 31 December 2021 to focus on teaching and research as a tenured professor in the College of Education.Rocky D. BullMon, 11 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Regional Chancellor Tadlock to End Term 31 December 2021Tadlock will transition from his current role as regional chancellor of the USF St. Petersburg campus on 31 December 2021 to focus on teaching and research as a tenured professor in the College of Education.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-11-regional-chancellor-tadlock-end-term-dec-2021.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-08-welcome-spring-2021-semester.aspxIn this New Year, I am encouraged by a sense of hope and renewal. Even as we face continued challenges – in our communities and as a nation – the horizon is bright, especially as we continue to rely on our deep sense of connectedness as a community.Rocky D. BullFri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Welcome to Spring 2021 SemesterIn this New Year, I am encouraged by a sense of hope and renewal. Even as we face continued challenges – in our communities and as a nation – the horizon is bright, especially as we continue to rely on our deep sense of connectedness as a community.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-08-welcome-spring-2021-semester.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2021/01-07-statement-on-washington-dc-violence.aspxThe ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ joins leaders across our nation in emphatically condemning acts that were intended to undermine our country’s democratic process.Rocky D. BullThu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Statement from USF President on Violence in Washington, D.C.The ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ joins leaders across our nation in emphatically condemning acts that were intended to undermine our country’s democratic process.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2021/01-07-statement-on-washington-dc-violence.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/12-23-fond-farewell-joe-hice.aspxI wish to thank Joe for his service to USF and congratulate him on an impressive career in marketing and communications that spans numerous national organizations over the past 40 years.Rocky D. BullWed, 23 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Fond Farewell to Joe Hice, VP for University Communications and MarketingI wish to thank Joe for his service to USF and congratulate him on an impressive career in marketing and communications that spans numerous national organizations over the past 40 years.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/12-23-fond-farewell-joe-hice.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/11-20-statement-college-ed-from-currall-wilcox-ponticell.aspxAs our university-wide process of strategic realignment moves forward, USF remains committed to our responsibility of meeting the needs of the surrounding communities while continuing to be responsible stewards of the university’s financial resources.Rocky D. BullFri, 20 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Statement on the USF College of Education from President Steve Currall, Provost Ralph Wilcox and Interim Dean Judith PonticellAs our university-wide process of strategic realignment moves forward, USF remains committed to our responsibility of meeting the needs of the surrounding communities while continuing to be responsible stewards of the university’s financial resources.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/11-20-statement-college-ed-from-currall-wilcox-ponticell.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/11-20-wishing-you-happy-safe-thanksgiving.aspxWith thanks and gratitude for all you do, I wish you all a very happy and safe Thanksgiving and holiday break.Rocky D. BullFri, 20 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Wishing you a happy and safe ThanksgivingWith thanks and gratitude for all you do, I wish you all a very happy and safe Thanksgiving and holiday break.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/11-20-wishing-you-happy-safe-thanksgiving.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/07-09-message-to-international-students.aspxInternational students are cherished members of our university community and we recognize that many of you are coping with unique challenges as a result of COVID-19.Rocky D. BullThu, 09 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Supporting our international studentsInternational students are cherished members of our university community and we recognize that many of you are coping with unique challenges as a result of COVID-19.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/07-09-message-to-international-students.aspxCOVID-19,University NewsCoronavirus,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/06-12-consolidation-plan-approved.aspxThe ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ achieved a historic milestone today as the Executive Council of our accrediting agency, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), approved our plan to consolidate our three campuses.Rocky D. BullFri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 USF's consolidation plan approvedThe ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ achieved a historic milestone today as the Executive Council of our accrediting agency, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), approved our plan to consolidate our three campuses.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/06-12-consolidation-plan-approved.aspxUniversity NewsConsolidation,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/03-02-announcing-new-leadership-usf-foundation.aspxI have appointed Jay Stroman as senior vice president of advancement and alumni affairs and CEO of the USF Foundation, effective June 1.Rocky D. BullMon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Announcing new leadership for the USF FoundationI have appointed Jay Stroman as senior vice president of advancement and alumni affairs and CEO of the USF Foundation, effective June 1.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/03-02-announcing-new-leadership-usf-foundation.aspxUniversity NewsMessage from the President,President Steve Currall,USF Foundation/news/2020/02-12-announcing-new-leadership-cyber-florida.aspxEffective Feb. 17, retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Mike McConnell, former director of the National Security Agency and a nationally regarded cybersecurity expert, will assume the role of executive director of Cyber Florida.Rocky D. BullWed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Announcing new leadership for Cyber FloridaEffective Feb. 17, retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Mike McConnell, former director of the National Security Agency and a nationally regarded cybersecurity expert, will assume the role of executive director of Cyber Florida.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/02-12-announcing-new-leadership-cyber-florida.aspxUniversity NewsCyber Florida,Message from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2020/01-08-announcing-principles-of-community-task-force-survey.aspxIt is imperative that these principles authentically reflect your experiences and perspectives as a valued member of the USF community. The task force has created a three-question survey to help inform this process.Rocky D. BullWed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Announcing the Principles of Community Task Force SurveyIt is imperative that these principles authentically reflect your experiences and perspectives as a valued member of the USF community. The task force has created a three-question survey to help inform this process.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2020/01-08-announcing-principles-of-community-task-force-survey.aspxMessage from the President,President Steve Currall/news/2019/exclusive-organization-invites-usf-president-steve-currall-to-join-commission-tasked-with-strengthening-national-innovation.aspxUSF President Steve Currall to join exclusive U.S. Council on CompetitivenessRocky D. BullMon, 25 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Exclusive organization invites USF President Steve Currall to join commission tasked with strengthening national innovationUSF President Steve Currall to join exclusive U.S. Council on CompetitivenessUSF President Steve Currall/news/2019/exclusive-organization-invites-usf-president-steve-currall-to-join-commission-tasked-with-strengthening-national-innovation.aspxUniversity NewsPresident Steve Currall,U.S. Council on Competitiveness/news/2019/symbols-of-learning.aspxThe story behind academic regalia exhibited during the inauguration of President Steve Currall.Rocky D. BullWed, 13 Nov 2019 09:00:00 Symbols of LearningThe story behind academic regalia exhibited during the inauguration of President Steve Currall.The USF mace, which will be used during inauguration/news/2019/symbols-of-learning.aspxCampus LifeInauguration,President Steve Currall/news/2019/usf-jabil-announce-1-million-dollar-partnership.aspxThe ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ announced a $1 million partnership with Jabil to launch the USF Jabil Innovation Institute.Rocky D. BullThu, 24 Oct 2019 00:00:00 USF and Jabil Inc. Announce $1 Million Partnership to Establish the USF Jabil Innovation InstituteThe ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ announced a $1 million partnership with Jabil to launch the USF Jabil Innovation Institute.USF adminitrators announcing the Jabil/USF partnership/news/2019/usf-jabil-announce-1-million-dollar-partnership.aspxUniversity NewsJabil Inc.,President Steve Currall,USF Foundation/news/2019/usf-announces-10-million-dollar-gift-name-taneja-college-of-pharmacy.aspxThe ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ announced today it has received a $10 million gift from Taneja Family Foundation to name the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy.Rocky D. BullFri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 USF Announces $10 Million Gift to Name the USF Health Taneja College of PharmacyThe ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ announced today it has received a $10 million gift from Taneja Family Foundation to name the USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy.USF Health College of Pharmacy students at the announcement event/news/2019/usf-announces-10-million-dollar-gift-name-taneja-college-of-pharmacy.aspxUSF Health,University NewsCollege of Pharmacy,President Steve Currall,USF Foundation/news/2019/president-steve-currall-to-lead-his-first-commencement-ceremonies.aspxNew ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ System President Steve Currall will lead his first commencement exercises during summer ceremonies held Aug. 3-4. Currall officially became USF’s seventh president on July 1. More than 3,200 USF System degrees will be conferred during a total of three ceremonies at the Yuengling Center in Tampa and the Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg, including graduates from 48 states and 79 nations.Rocky D. BullTue, 30 Jul 2019 00:00:00 President Steve Currall to Lead His First USF Commencement CeremoniesNew ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ System President Steve Currall will lead his first commencement exercises during summer ceremonies held Aug. 3-4. Currall officially became USF’s seventh president on July 1. More than 3,200 USF System degrees will be conferred during a total of three ceremonies at the Yuengling Center in Tampa and the Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg, including graduates from 48 states and 79 nations.Commencement 2019 Graphic/news/2019/president-steve-currall-to-lead-his-first-commencement-ceremonies.aspxUniversity NewsCommencement,President Steve Currallhttps://wusfnews.wusf.usf.edu/post/steven-currall-talks-leadership-style-expectations-usf-presidentLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleWed, 10 Jul 2019 00:00:00 WUSF News: Steven Currall Talks Leadership Style, Expectations As USF PresidentLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://wusfnews.wusf.usf.edu/post/steven-currall-talks-leadership-style-expectations-usf-presidentUSF in the NewsPresident Steve Currall/news/2019/currall-first-day.aspxIn addition to his initial visits, Currall says one of his first priorities will be to embark on a listening tour across each USF campus to hear ideas and identify strategic opportunities.Rocky D. BullMon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Dr. Steven C. Currall Becomes USF’s 7th PresidentIn addition to his initial visits, Currall says one of his first priorities will be to embark on a listening tour across each USF campus to hear ideas and identify strategic opportunities.USF President Steven C. Currall's first day on the USF Tampa campus/news/2019/currall-first-day.aspxUniversity NewsPresident Steve Currallhttps://www.tampabay.com/blogs/gradebook/2019/07/01/im-thrilled-steve-currall-takes-over-as-usfs-seventh-president/Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.External ArticleMon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Tampa Bay Times: Steve Currall takes over as USF’s seventh presidentLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elementum lacus lorem, ac pellentesque odio volutpat a.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.tampabay.com/blogs/gradebook/2019/07/01/im-thrilled-steve-currall-takes-over-as-usfs-seventh-president/USF in the NewsPresident Steve Currallhttps://www.tampabay.com/blogs/gradebook/2019/03/28/state-confirms-usf-president-pick-steve-currall/Currall will replace longtime USF president Judy Genshaft on July 1.External ArticleThu, 28 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Tampa Bay Times: State Confirms USF President Pick Steve CurrallCurrall will replace longtime USF president Judy Genshaft on July 1.²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.tampabay.com/blogs/gradebook/2019/03/28/state-confirms-usf-president-pick-steve-currall/USF in the NewsPresident Steve Currallhttps://www.tampabay.com/blogs/gradebook/2019/03/22/steven-currall-selected-as-usfs-seventh-president/Before being picked as the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ’s next president Friday, Steven Currall made a bold statement to close his interview with school officials: “I want the job.â€�External ArticleFri, 22 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Tampa Bay Times: Steven Currall Selected as USF’s Seventh PresidentBefore being picked as the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ’s next president Friday, Steven Currall made a bold statement to close his interview with school officials: “I want the job.â€�²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.tampabay.com/blogs/gradebook/2019/03/22/steven-currall-selected-as-usfs-seventh-president/USF in the NewsPresident Steve Currall