News Feed/business/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usThu, 18 Dec 2025 17:44:53 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)Florida Board of Governors confirms Moez Limayem as USF’s next president - USF News/news/2025/florida-board-of-governors-confirms-moez-limayem-as-usfs-next-president.aspxLimayem has served as president of the University of North Florida since 2022 and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. He will start at USF in early 2026.External ArticleFri, 12 Dec 2025 11:06:05 Florida Board of Governors confirms Moez Limayem as USF’s next president - USF NewsLimayem has served as president of the University of North Florida since 2022 and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. He will start at USF in early 2026.moez limayem/news/2025/florida-board-of-governors-confirms-moez-limayem-as-usfs-next-president.aspxBusiness NewsThis 챬 student startup wants to fix hydration with a wearable for your water bottle - TBBJhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/12/10/syp-usf-student-startup-launch.htmlSYP's wearable sensors attach to the bottom of reusable water bottles. The student-founded startup is building a hydration-tracking platform that blends its wearable bottle technology with real-time analytics.External ArticleWed, 10 Dec 2025 15:59:01 This 챬 student startup wants to fix hydration with a wearable for your water bottle - TBBJSYP's wearable sensors attach to the bottom of reusable water bottles. The student-founded startup is building a hydration-tracking platform that blends its wearable bottle technology with real-time analytics.syp bottleshttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/12/10/syp-usf-student-startup-launch.htmlEntrepreneurshipSchool of ManagementUSF graduate overcomes brain injury to earn accountancy degree - USF News/news/2025/usf-graduate-overcomes-brain-injury-to-earn-degree.aspxAfter a severe car accident in 2018 left him with a traumatic brain injury and aphasia, doctors doubted Michael Murren would ever live independently. Through relentless physical and mental rehabilitation, he regained his abilities and returned to college, eventually transferring to USF.External ArticleTue, 09 Dec 2025 15:33:33 USF graduate overcomes brain injury to earn accountancy degree - USF NewsAfter a severe car accident in 2018 left him with a traumatic brain injury and aphasia, doctors doubted Michael Murren would ever live independently. Through relentless physical and mental rehabilitation, he regained his abilities and returned to college, eventually transferring to USF.michael murren/news/2025/usf-graduate-overcomes-brain-injury-to-earn-degree.aspxSpotlightsLynn Pippenger School of AccountancyFrom abandoned to accomplished: Angel Torres overcomes an ‘insane’ childhood to walk at graduation/business/news/2025/12-08-angel-torres-overcomes-insane-childhood-student-spotlight.aspxAt 40, Torres will graduate with a master's degree in management — the first in his family to earn a college degree and one of the many firsts for the veteran whose life is marked by abandonment, poverty, abuse, and paralysis.Elizabeth L. BrownTue, 09 Dec 2025 10:32:37 From abandoned to accomplished: Angel Torres overcomes an ‘insane’ childhood to walk at graduationAt 40, Torres will graduate with a master's degree in management — the first in his family to earn a college degree and one of the many firsts for the veteran whose life is marked by abandonment, poverty, abuse, and paralysis.angel torres/business/news/2025/12-08-angel-torres-overcomes-insane-childhood-student-spotlight.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Management'He had a short life, but he'll have a big legacy' - USF Magazinehttps://usfalumni.org/usf-magazine-fall-25/he-had-short-life-hell-have-big-legacyA sophomore majoring in entrepreneurship, Connor Lynch died in an e-scooter accident in 2024. His mother, Michelle Lynch, is keeping her son's spirit alive by establishing the Connor Lynch Legacy Scholarship to support entrepreneurial students like Connor.External ArticleMon, 08 Dec 2025 11:14:10 'He had a short life, but he'll have a big legacy' - USF MagazineA sophomore majoring in entrepreneurship, Connor Lynch died in an e-scooter accident in 2024. His mother, Michelle Lynch, is keeping her son's spirit alive by establishing the Connor Lynch Legacy Scholarship to support entrepreneurial students like Connor.connor lynchhttps://usfalumni.org/usf-magazine-fall-25/he-had-short-life-hell-have-big-legacyBusiness News,EntrepreneurshipSchool of ManagementHow USF researchers are using AI to detect signs of CEO depression through voice/business/news/2025/12-8-ceo-ai-voice-depression-usf-study.aspxCo-written by USF accounting assistant professor Mark Cheng, the Journal of Accounting Research article shows how AI can analyze subtle vocal patterns in CEO earnings calls and identify signs of emotional strain.Sofia Garcia VargasMon, 08 Dec 2025 09:50:58 How USF researchers are using AI to detect signs of CEO depression through voiceCo-written by USF accounting assistant professor Mark Cheng, the Journal of Accounting Research article shows how AI can analyze subtle vocal patterns in CEO earnings calls and identify signs of emotional strain.ceo depression/business/news/2025/12-8-ceo-ai-voice-depression-usf-study.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,Lynn Pippenger School of AccountancyAcademic perfection: Six Muma students receive the King O'Neal Scholar Award/business/news/2025/12-8-king-oneal-award-muma.aspxThe award honors graduates who completed their baccalaureate degrees with a perfect 4.0 GPA. This fall's recipients include four accounting majors and two business analytics and information systems majors.Sofia Garcia VargasMon, 08 Dec 2025 02:47:36 Academic perfection: Six Muma students receive the King O'Neal Scholar AwardThe award honors graduates who completed their baccalaureate degrees with a perfect 4.0 GPA. This fall's recipients include four accounting majors and two business analytics and information systems majors.2025 fall king o'neal scholars/business/news/2025/12-8-king-oneal-award-muma.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsLynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Information Systems챬 students finish in top 3% at 2025 Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge/business/news/2025/12-10-bloomberg-trading-challenge-usf.aspxThe USF Bulls 2025 team finished No. 69 among 2,700 teams representing 400 universities across 50 countries. The challenge gives each team a virtual $1 million portfolio to invest.Elizabeth L. BrownSun, 07 Dec 2025 15:47:19 챬 students finish in top 3% at 2025 Bloomberg Global Trading ChallengeThe USF Bulls 2025 team finished No. 69 among 2,700 teams representing 400 universities across 50 countries. The challenge gives each team a virtual $1 million portfolio to invest.bloomberg trading challenge/business/news/2025/12-10-bloomberg-trading-challenge-usf.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and FinanceUSF professor recovers from dramatic Wyoming horse fall - My Suncoasthttps://www.mysuncoast.com/2025/12/04/usf-professor-recovers-dramatic-wyoming-horse-fall/Bhuvanesh Unhelkar, a professor in the School of Information Systems, reunited with the medical staff who treated him after a fall from a horse on a Wyoming mountain that left him with multiple spinal injuries.External ArticleThu, 04 Dec 2025 13:41:20 USF professor recovers from dramatic Wyoming horse fall - My SuncoastBhuvanesh Unhelkar, a professor in the School of Information Systems, reunited with the medical staff who treated him after a fall from a horse on a Wyoming mountain that left him with multiple spinal injuries.bhuvanesh unhelkarhttps://www.mysuncoast.com/2025/12/04/usf-professor-recovers-dramatic-wyoming-horse-fall/Business NewsSchool of Information SystemsRetail stores kick off holidays with exclusive deals, AI assistance tools make online shopping easier - FOX-13https://www.fox13news.com/news/retail-stores-holidays-exclusive-deals-ai-assistance-tools-online-shoppingAI tools are helping make online shopping easier because they know people's purchasing habits and histories well, according to USF marketing professor Dipayan Biswas.External ArticleFri, 28 Nov 2025 14:06:42 Retail stores kick off holidays with exclusive deals, AI assistance tools make online shopping easier - FOX-13AI tools are helping make online shopping easier because they know people's purchasing habits and histories well, according to USF marketing professor Dipayan Biswas.shopper on Black Fridayhttps://www.fox13news.com/news/retail-stores-holidays-exclusive-deals-ai-assistance-tools-online-shoppingBusiness NewsSchool of Marketing and InnovationRethinking internal communications channels for belonging - Reworkedhttps://www.reworked.co/employee-experience/rethinking-internal-communications-channels-for-belonging/Too many channels, not enough clarity: Why workplace communication is failing and what companies are doing to rebuild trust and connection.External ArticleWed, 26 Nov 2025 14:15:31 Rethinking internal communications channels for belonging - ReworkedToo many channels, not enough clarity: Why workplace communication is failing and what companies are doing to rebuild trust and connection.챬: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.reworked.co/employee-experience/rethinking-internal-communications-channels-for-belonging/Business NewsSchool of Information Systems챬 eyes 2027 launch for new real estate master’s program - Tampa Bay Business & Wealthhttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/11/25/usf-real-estate-masters-program-2027/The 챬’s Muma College of Business is expanding its real estate offerings with new graduate concentrations and a proposed Master of Science in Real Estate that could start in fall 2027.External ArticleTue, 25 Nov 2025 15:06:24 챬 eyes 2027 launch for new real estate master’s program - Tampa Bay Business & WealthThe 챬’s Muma College of Business is expanding its real estate offerings with new graduate concentrations and a proposed Master of Science in Real Estate that could start in fall 2027.챬 Street signhttps://tbbwmag.com/2025/11/25/usf-real-estate-masters-program-2027/Business NewsExternal News,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real EstateTravelers can plan their vacations using AI - YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSKwh7twIRcTravelers are using vacation itineraries generated by artificial intelligence chatbots.External ArticleTue, 25 Nov 2025 15:00:04 Travelers can plan their vacations using AI - YouTubeTravelers are using vacation itineraries generated by artificial intelligence chatbots.Video thumbnail of person dragging suitcase with wheelshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSKwh7twIRcBusiness NewsExternal News,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real EstateHow AI is changing the fight against health care fraud - Herald-Tribunehttps://www.heraldtribune.com/story/business/finance/2025/11/24/how-ai-helps-health-care-fraudsters-and-investigators/82633019007/The U.S. health care system is a major target for fraud. AI can both worsen fraud through sophisticated scams and help combat it by detecting suspicious patterns.External ArticleTue, 25 Nov 2025 14:22:37 How AI is changing the fight against health care fraud - Herald-TribuneThe U.S. health care system is a major target for fraud. AI can both worsen fraud through sophisticated scams and help combat it by detecting suspicious patterns.챬: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.heraldtribune.com/story/business/finance/2025/11/24/how-ai-helps-health-care-fraudsters-and-investigators/82633019007/Business NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and FinanceTampa Bay tech community celebrates Inno Awards honorees - Tampa Bay Business Journalhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/c/inno-awards-2025/40823/phasezero.htmlManish Agrawal, a professor in the School of Information Systems, received a Tampa Bay Inno Award in the supporter category for CyberFlorida at USF's phaseZERO Innovation Incubator.External ArticleWed, 19 Nov 2025 16:12:27 Tampa Bay tech community celebrates Inno Awards honorees - Tampa Bay Business JournalManish Agrawal, a professor in the School of Information Systems, received a Tampa Bay Inno Award in the supporter category for CyberFlorida at USF's phaseZERO Innovation Incubator.manish agrawalhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/c/inno-awards-2025/40823/phasezero.htmlHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationSchool of Information SystemsWhat Florida homebuyers should know about Trump's 50-year mortgage plan - Orlando Sentinelhttps://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/19/what-florida-homebuyers-should-know-about-trumps-50-year-mortgage-plan/Lei Wedge, an associate professor in the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, shares her real estate insights with the Orlando Sentinel.External ArticleWed, 19 Nov 2025 16:04:18 What Florida homebuyers should know about Trump's 50-year mortgage plan - Orlando SentinelLei Wedge, an associate professor in the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, shares her real estate insights with the Orlando Sentinel.house for salehttps://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/19/what-florida-homebuyers-should-know-about-trumps-50-year-mortgage-plan/Business News,Research and InnovationKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real EstateExpert thoughts on Capital One Venture X - WalletHubhttps://wallethub.com/d/capital-one-venture-x-3361c#expert=seden_doganSeden Dogan, faculty in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares her insights about booking travel accommodations through a credit card company's booking portal.External ArticleMon, 17 Nov 2025 15:57:30 Expert thoughts on Capital One Venture X - WalletHubSeden Dogan, faculty in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, shares her insights about booking travel accommodations through a credit card company's booking portal.usf muma college of businesshttps://wallethub.com/d/capital-one-venture-x-3361c#expert=seden_doganResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport ManagementUSF Hospitality Lab hosts The Ritz-Carlton's chef for immersive culinary and career lessonhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/ritz-carlton-pasta-demo.aspx챬 students were treated to a special pasta making demonstration during the International Food and Culture class. The experience blended cultural learning, practical skills and real-world career insights.External ArticleMon, 17 Nov 2025 15:13:41 USF Hospitality Lab hosts The Ritz-Carlton's chef for immersive culinary and career lesson챬 students were treated to a special pasta making demonstration during the International Food and Culture class. The experience blended cultural learning, practical skills and real-world career insights.ritz carlton pasta demonstrationhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/ritz-carlton-pasta-demo.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Sport ManagementPrinceton Review ranks USF among top schools for entrepreneurship in 2026/business/news/2025/11-13-25-nault-center-rankings.aspxThe Princeton Review has released its 2026 rankings of top schools for entrepreneurship studies, with USF’s undergraduate entrepreneurship program making one of the largest jumps on this year’s list.Alexis Walsh and Isabela GilbertiMon, 17 Nov 2025 14:45:33 Princeton Review ranks USF among top schools for entrepreneurship in 2026The Princeton Review has released its 2026 rankings of top schools for entrepreneurship studies, with USF’s undergraduate entrepreneurship program making one of the largest jumps on this year’s list.2026 Nault Center Rankings/business/news/2025/11-13-25-nault-center-rankings.aspxBusiness News,EntrepreneurshipSchool of ManagementWhy you should skip coffee before shopping - The Times of Indiahttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/why-you-should-skip-coffee-before-shopping/articleshow/125290439.cmsAn international study led by the 챬's Dipayan Biswas found that drinking coffee before shopping may lead to higher spending.External ArticleThu, 13 Nov 2025 15:52:11 Why you should skip coffee before shopping - The Times of IndiaAn international study led by the 챬's Dipayan Biswas found that drinking coffee before shopping may lead to higher spending.coffeehttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/why-you-should-skip-coffee-before-shopping/articleshow/125290439.cmsResearch and InnovationSchool of Marketing and Innovation‘Shark Tank’ entrepreneur speaks at 챬 St. Petersburg about startup journey/business/news/2025/11-12-25-becca-brown.aspxBecca Brown, CEO of the Tampa Bay Innovation Center and co-founder of Solemates, shared that authenticity is always going to rule supreme when building a business.Isabela Gilberti and Alexis WalshThu, 13 Nov 2025 15:11:08 ‘Shark Tank’ entrepreneur speaks at 챬 St. Petersburg about startup journeyBecca Brown, CEO of the Tampa Bay Innovation Center and co-founder of Solemates, shared that authenticity is always going to rule supreme when building a business.Becca Brown and Allen Clary/business/news/2025/11-12-25-becca-brown.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,EventsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of ManagementAlumni spotlight: Jared Knisley puts DBA research into practice with merger acquisition/business/news/2025/11-13-alumni-spotlight-jared-knisley-fizen-technology-merger-xduce.aspxKnisley entered the DBA program struggling to understand how to scale his small company, Fizen Technology. His research helped him find those answers.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 13 Nov 2025 10:44:29 Alumni spotlight: Jared Knisley puts DBA research into practice with merger acquisitionKnisley entered the DBA program struggling to understand how to scale his small company, Fizen Technology. His research helped him find those answers.Jared Knisley/business/news/2025/11-13-alumni-spotlight-jared-knisley-fizen-technology-merger-xduce.aspxSpotlightsDoctor of Business AdministrationBellini Center shares keys to classroom learning and employability at national conference/business/news/2025/11-6-bellini-center-addresses-student-engagement-national-conference.aspxAt Educause 2025, the Bellini Center’s model was recognized as a featured poster presentation for bridging academic learning with career development.Elizabeth L BrownMon, 10 Nov 2025 15:20:03 Bellini Center shares keys to classroom learning and employability at national conferenceAt Educause 2025, the Bellini Center’s model was recognized as a featured poster presentation for bridging academic learning with career development.Doug Meyn discusses the Bellini Center's certification program at Educause 2025/business/news/2025/11-6-bellini-center-addresses-student-engagement-national-conference.aspxBusiness NewsUSF awards record-breaking $1.5 million in scholarships to business students/business/news/2025/11-7-usf-awards-record-breaking-scholarship-luncheon.aspxThe college celebrated the milestone at its annual Scholarship Luncheon, bringing together donors and scholarship recipients in a superhero-themed event featuring a bespectacled Rocky D. Bull playing his best Clark Kent amid an 8-foot-tall Tampa skyline cityscape.Elizabeth L BrownFri, 07 Nov 2025 15:05:33 USF awards record-breaking $1.5 million in scholarships to business studentsThe college celebrated the milestone at its annual Scholarship Luncheon, bringing together donors and scholarship recipients in a superhero-themed event featuring a bespectacled Rocky D. Bull playing his best Clark Kent amid an 8-foot-tall Tampa skyline cityscape.scholarship luncheon/business/news/2025/11-7-usf-awards-record-breaking-scholarship-luncheon.aspxBusiness News,Events,Honors and AwardsUSF and Grow Financial partner to create new clinic to empower financial literacy/business/news/2025/11-5-usf-grow-financial-announce-financial-literacy-planning-clinic.aspxThrough this partnership, Grow Financial plans to commit up to $1.8 million to the clinic over the next four years, and its team members will actively participate in the clinic’s activities.Sofia Garcia VargasWed, 05 Nov 2025 14:47:48 USF and Grow Financial partner to create new clinic to empower financial literacyThrough this partnership, Grow Financial plans to commit up to $1.8 million to the clinic over the next four years, and its team members will actively participate in the clinic’s activities.coin stacks with plants sprouting on top/business/news/2025/11-5-usf-grow-financial-announce-financial-literacy-planning-clinic.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and FinanceMuma AI Day introduces Tampa Bay high schoolers to AI-driven careers in business/business/news/2025/11-4-muma-ai-day-welcomes-six-hundred-high-schoolers.aspxHosted by the Muma College of Business and partnering with Hillsborough County Public Schools, the event promises to introduce Hillsborough County students to the world of artificial intelligence and its growing role in the future of work.Maria AmorimTue, 04 Nov 2025 15:17:53 Muma AI Day introduces Tampa Bay high schoolers to AI-driven careers in businessHosted by the Muma College of Business and partnering with Hillsborough County Public Schools, the event promises to introduce Hillsborough County students to the world of artificial intelligence and its growing role in the future of work.muma ai day/business/news/2025/11-4-muma-ai-day-welcomes-six-hundred-high-schoolers.aspxBusiness News,EventsArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and Management챬 study finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scams - EurekAlert!https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1103896Researchers found that training everyone after a phishing simulation — not just those who clicked — helped participants stay alert and resist scams for months.External ArticleMon, 03 Nov 2025 15:46:26 챬 study finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scams - EurekAlert!Researchers found that training everyone after a phishing simulation — not just those who clicked — helped participants stay alert and resist scams for months.phishinghttps://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1103896Research and InnovationSchool of Information SystemsUSF research identifies more effective methods for employee training against phishing scams - Bioengineeringhttps://bioengineer.org/usf-research-identifies-more-effective-methods-for-employee-training-against-phishing-scams/This groundbreaking study dives into the psychological and behavioral ramifications of on-the-spot phishing training, ultimately advocating for a broader, more inclusive approach.External ArticleMon, 03 Nov 2025 15:42:49 USF research identifies more effective methods for employee training against phishing scams - BioengineeringThis groundbreaking study dives into the psychological and behavioral ramifications of on-the-spot phishing training, ultimately advocating for a broader, more inclusive approach.phishinghttps://bioengineer.org/usf-research-identifies-more-effective-methods-for-employee-training-against-phishing-scams/Research and InnovationSchool of Information SystemsStudy finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scams - Tech Xplorehttps://techxplore.com/news/2025-10-smarter-employees-thwart-phishing-scams.htmlThe study's findings could help companies strengthen their cybersecurity defenses as phishing scams grow more sophisticated and increasingly use artificial intelligence.External ArticleMon, 03 Nov 2025 15:38:55 Study finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scams - Tech XploreThe study's findings could help companies strengthen their cybersecurity defenses as phishing scams grow more sophisticated and increasingly use artificial intelligence.phishinghttps://techxplore.com/news/2025-10-smarter-employees-thwart-phishing-scams.htmlResearch and InnovationSchool of Information SystemsFalling for “fake” phishing: 챬 study finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scams/business/news/2025/11-3-usf-study-smarter-way-train-employees-against-phishing-scams.aspxA new study in MIS Quarterly finds that sending employees who fall for simulated phishing emails into an on-the-spot training module can be counterproductive. Researchers recommend a broader approach.Sofia Garcia VargasMon, 03 Nov 2025 14:21:24 Falling for “fake” phishing: 챬 study finds smarter way to train employees to thwart phishing scamsA new study in MIS Quarterly finds that sending employees who fall for simulated phishing emails into an on-the-spot training module can be counterproductive. Researchers recommend a broader approach.employee dodging fish hooks/business/news/2025/11-3-usf-study-smarter-way-train-employees-against-phishing-scams.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationSchool of Information Systems,School of Information Systems and ManagementFacts about AI you may not know - Bloomhttps://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/bloom-tv/facts-about-ai-you-may-not-know/Dipayan Biswas, the Frank Harvey endowed professor of marketing, discusses the everchanging landscape of AI advancements and how they have led to significant changes in the way we live.External ArticleWed, 29 Oct 2025 15:32:36 Facts about AI you may not know - BloomDipayan Biswas, the Frank Harvey endowed professor of marketing, discusses the everchanging landscape of AI advancements and how they have led to significant changes in the way we live.dipayn biswashttps://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/bloom-tv/facts-about-ai-you-may-not-know/Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Marketing and InnovationCorridor partnership expands undergraduate research and advances experiential learning at USF - USFRI/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxThe Integrated Analytics Research Experience for Undergraduates program expands undergraduate research in the college by providing students with hands-on experience in data-driven projects across business disciplines.External ArticleWed, 29 Oct 2025 15:27:02 Corridor partnership expands undergraduate research and advances experiential learning at USF - USFRIThe Integrated Analytics Research Experience for Undergraduates program expands undergraduate research in the college by providing students with hands-on experience in data-driven projects across business disciplines.faculty meeting about research/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Information SystemsDon’t wait for perfect: A 챬 student’s advice on pitching big ideas/business/news/2025/10-24-25-student-spotlight-jackson-poyner.aspx챬 student Jackson Poyner shares practical, confidence-boosting advice for fellow Bulls ready to pitch their ideas.Isabela GilbertiMon, 27 Oct 2025 00:28:29 Don’t wait for perfect: A 챬 student’s advice on pitching big ideas챬 student Jackson Poyner shares practical, confidence-boosting advice for fellow Bulls ready to pitch their ideas.Jackson Poyner Headshot/business/news/2025/10-24-25-student-spotlight-jackson-poyner.aspxEntrepreneurship,SpotlightsSchool of ManagementFrom gummy gains to startup success: 챬 students power up with HUSTLE/business/news/2025/10-21-25-hustle-story.aspxWhat do pre-workout gummies, shoe charms and investor pitch rooms have in common? A select group of 챬 students found out firsthand through a high-impact program designed to turn bold ideas into real businesses.Alexis WalshWed, 22 Oct 2025 14:54:33 From gummy gains to startup success: 챬 students power up with HUSTLEWhat do pre-workout gummies, shoe charms and investor pitch rooms have in common? A select group of 챬 students found out firsthand through a high-impact program designed to turn bold ideas into real businesses.HUSTLE Video Thumbnail/business/news/2025/10-21-25-hustle-story.aspxBusiness News,EntrepreneurshipSchool of ManagementMoez Limayem unanimously selected by USF Board of Trustees as the university’s next president - USF News/news/2025/moez-limayem-unanimously-selected-by-usf-board-of-trustees-as-the-universitys-next-president.aspxLimayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors, which oversees the State University System.External ArticleTue, 21 Oct 2025 11:07:59 Moez Limayem unanimously selected by USF Board of Trustees as the university’s next president - USF NewsLimayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors, which oversees the State University System.president-elect moez limayem/news/2025/moez-limayem-unanimously-selected-by-usf-board-of-trustees-as-the-universitys-next-president.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Information SystemsWhite Castle launching new ‘Castle of Tomorrow’ restaurant - Newsweekhttps://www.newsweek.com/white-castle-launching-new-castle-of-tomorrow-restaurant-10905186?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_WwHq5q4dJWxU8TBF34K3kXwN_LZ1CxEkC-IxkMnatw5pZUa1E1eMvg01A7TW_9c6goCHZG828JNj4TMwK2zGyWoCFLA%26_hsmi=387216542Dipayan Biswas, professor of marketing, said incorporating tech into the dining experience as White Castle has done is a time-tested means of boosting profits.External ArticleMon, 20 Oct 2025 14:37:20 White Castle launching new ‘Castle of Tomorrow’ restaurant - NewsweekDipayan Biswas, professor of marketing, said incorporating tech into the dining experience as White Castle has done is a time-tested means of boosting profits.white castlehttps://www.newsweek.com/white-castle-launching-new-castle-of-tomorrow-restaurant-10905186?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_WwHq5q4dJWxU8TBF34K3kXwN_LZ1CxEkC-IxkMnatw5pZUa1E1eMvg01A7TW_9c6goCHZG828JNj4TMwK2zGyWoCFLA%26_hsmi=387216542Research and InnovationSchool of Marketing and InnovationThey moved to Florida for USF – now they’re the 2025 Family of the Year - USF News/news/2025/they-moved-to-florida-for-usf-now-theyre-the-2025-family-of-the-year.aspxThe Vazquezes have been named 챬’s 2025 Family of the Year for their support, pride and commitment to student success. Their two oldest, Francisco and Enzo, are students in the Muma College of Business.External ArticleThu, 16 Oct 2025 10:58:57 They moved to Florida for USF – now they’re the 2025 Family of the Year - USF NewsThe Vazquezes have been named 챬’s 2025 Family of the Year for their support, pride and commitment to student success. Their two oldest, Francisco and Enzo, are students in the Muma College of Business.The Vazquez family./news/2025/they-moved-to-florida-for-usf-now-theyre-the-2025-family-of-the-year.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation챬 students gain hands-on experience through Genspiration Foundation and Tampa Bay EDC Internship - USF World/world/news/2025/genspiration-foundation-edc-internship-tampa-bay.aspxFinance major Diego Pardo and business analytics and information systems major Emma Scuderi are each working on initiatives that directly connect to their academic and career goals.External ArticleWed, 15 Oct 2025 14:49:39 챬 students gain hands-on experience through Genspiration Foundation and Tampa Bay EDC Internship - USF WorldFinance major Diego Pardo and business analytics and information systems major Emma Scuderi are each working on initiatives that directly connect to their academic and career goals.USF interns at the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council/world/news/2025/genspiration-foundation-edc-internship-tampa-bay.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Information SystemsUSF, Florida High Tech Corridor expand innovation footprint through partnership with the ARK Innovation Center - USF News/news/2025/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-expand-innovation-footprint-through-partnership-with-the-ark-innovation-center.aspx?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_DfUUUV5CL1b-3KtfrvdaTEt2eGShUXYD7r8ByL_AIH-TqI4Zee__GUrWbW1ckv2m2HHfVWcCoYvzsS9bXDI8d13m_Rw%26_hsmi=387216542Collaborating with the ARK Innovation Center will create a new avenue for startups and entrepreneurs to connect and collaborate with the university’s research and innovation expertise as well as its talent pipeline.External ArticleWed, 15 Oct 2025 10:51:03 USF, Florida High Tech Corridor expand innovation footprint through partnership with the ARK Innovation Center - USF NewsCollaborating with the ARK Innovation Center will create a new avenue for startups and entrepreneurs to connect and collaborate with the university’s research and innovation expertise as well as its talent pipeline.Florida High Tech Corridor/news/2025/usf-florida-high-tech-corridor-expand-innovation-footprint-through-partnership-with-the-ark-innovation-center.aspx?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_DfUUUV5CL1b-3KtfrvdaTEt2eGShUXYD7r8ByL_AIH-TqI4Zee__GUrWbW1ckv2m2HHfVWcCoYvzsS9bXDI8d13m_Rw%26_hsmi=387216542Business News,Entrepreneurship,Research and InnovationSchool of ManagementLeaders can face ‘authenticity penalty’ if they react too quickly to feedback - HR Drivehttps://www.hrdive.com/news/leaders-speed-of-change-employee-feedback-authenticity/802814/When leaders shift their behavior too soon, employees may see it as “too good to be true.” Instead, employees want to see gradual, natural change that occurs due to their thoughts being heard and processed.External ArticleWed, 15 Oct 2025 00:35:31 Leaders can face ‘authenticity penalty’ if they react too quickly to feedback - HR DriveWhen leaders shift their behavior too soon, employees may see it as “too good to be true.” Instead, employees want to see gradual, natural change that occurs due to their thoughts being heard and processed.employees giving feedbackhttps://www.hrdive.com/news/leaders-speed-of-change-employee-feedback-authenticity/802814/Research and InnovationSchool of ManagementUSF presidential finalist Limayem speaks about experience, politics ahead of confirmation - WUSFhttps://www.wusf.org/university-beat/2025-10-14/usf-presidential-finalist-moez-limayem-experience-politics-ahead-confirmationMoez Limayem is currently the president at the University of North Florida. Before that, he served as dean of the USF Muma College of Business for a decade.External ArticleTue, 14 Oct 2025 14:13:25 USF presidential finalist Limayem speaks about experience, politics ahead of confirmation - WUSFMoez Limayem is currently the president at the University of North Florida. Before that, he served as dean of the USF Muma College of Business for a decade.moez limayemhttps://www.wusf.org/university-beat/2025-10-14/usf-presidential-finalist-moez-limayem-experience-politics-ahead-confirmationEventsUSF marketing professor explains the enduring pumpkin spice craze - Tampa Bay's Morning Blendhttps://youtu.be/M01KfbrYP34?si=ZZcO-J3IA1Z_zj3zCarol Osborne explains the enduring pumpkin spice craze, from why consumers love it to its endless product extensions and lasting seasonal appeal.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 15:21:27 USF marketing professor explains the enduring pumpkin spice craze - Tampa Bay's Morning BlendCarol Osborne explains the enduring pumpkin spice craze, from why consumers love it to its endless product extensions and lasting seasonal appeal.carol osbornehttps://youtu.be/M01KfbrYP34?si=ZZcO-J3IA1Z_zj3zResearch and InnovationSchool of Marketing and Innovation챬 St. Petersburg chancellor Christian Hardigree takes reigns at Texas A&M-Victoria - WUSFhttps://www.wusf.org/university-beat/2025-10-13/usf-st-petersburg-chancellor-christian-hardigree-takes-reigns-texas-am-victoriaDuring her 3½ years at 챬 St. Petersburg, Hardigree increased enrollment by 26 percent, expanded research and introduced new academic programs.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 15:15:33 챬 St. Petersburg chancellor Christian Hardigree takes reigns at Texas A&M-Victoria - WUSFDuring her 3½ years at 챬 St. Petersburg, Hardigree increased enrollment by 26 percent, expanded research and introduced new academic programs.christian hardigreehttps://www.wusf.org/university-beat/2025-10-13/usf-st-petersburg-chancellor-christian-hardigree-takes-reigns-texas-am-victoriaEventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport ManagementUSF presidential finalist offers hope, optimism in community meeting - TBBJhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/10/13/usf-presidential-finalist-outlines-vision-goals.htmlAs Moez Limayem finished sharing his vision for his potential presidency at the 챬, he received something few in Florida’s current higher education landscape will ever accomplish: a standing ovation from faculty and staff.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 15:08:27 USF presidential finalist offers hope, optimism in community meeting - TBBJAs Moez Limayem finished sharing his vision for his potential presidency at the 챬, he received something few in Florida’s current higher education landscape will ever accomplish: a standing ovation from faculty and staff.moez limayemhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/10/13/usf-presidential-finalist-outlines-vision-goals.htmlEventsPumpkin Spice Craze - Morning Blendhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/pumpkin-spice-craze-morning-blend-113112109.html?guccounter=1%26guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIsI4KwkzAI_ti5YUgdo4mPCwgKA4ReFlteEJ3oLettJA1vPTP-CgzQOFm3csqnOjpfzhjxnhNp9VHx7YPatltF4DATAaPBQOF0dbr6obvAG6hjSTNl8wz8OUE5sWGUJxOhOn3K2Wz57lqO6RSBIh243LjA7-qK_QRZGP8rgGcQvUSF marketing professor Carol Osborne explains the enduring pumpkin spice craze, from why consumers love it to its endless product extensions and lasting seasonal appeal.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 14:37:50 Pumpkin Spice Craze - Morning BlendUSF marketing professor Carol Osborne explains the enduring pumpkin spice craze, from why consumers love it to its endless product extensions and lasting seasonal appeal.carol osbornehttps://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/pumpkin-spice-craze-morning-blend-113112109.html?guccounter=1%26guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIsI4KwkzAI_ti5YUgdo4mPCwgKA4ReFlteEJ3oLettJA1vPTP-CgzQOFm3csqnOjpfzhjxnhNp9VHx7YPatltF4DATAaPBQOF0dbr6obvAG6hjSTNl8wz8OUE5sWGUJxOhOn3K2Wz57lqO6RSBIh243LjA7-qK_QRZGP8rgGcQvResearch and InnovationSchool of Marketing and InnovationMeet Cory Bernstine, a 2025 40 Under 40 honoree - TBBJhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/10/13/meet-cory-bernstine-a-2025-40-under-40-honoree.htmlBernstine is the senior vice president of strategy for United Soccer League. He serves as an adjunct professor in the Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management program.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 14:28:15 Meet Cory Bernstine, a 2025 40 Under 40 honoree - TBBJBernstine is the senior vice president of strategy for United Soccer League. He serves as an adjunct professor in the Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management program.cory bernstinehttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/10/13/meet-cory-bernstine-a-2025-40-under-40-honoree.htmlHonors and AwardsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management챬 St. Pete chancellor says goodbye - St. Pete Catalysthttps://stpetecatalyst.com/usf-st-pete-chancellor-says-goodbye/Christian Hardigree, regional chancellor at the 챬 St. Petersburg, was named the new president of Texas A&M University-Victoria. Her last day at 챬 St. Petersburg is Nov. 3.External ArticleMon, 13 Oct 2025 14:20:27 챬 St. Pete chancellor says goodbye - St. Pete CatalystChristian Hardigree, regional chancellor at the 챬 St. Petersburg, was named the new president of Texas A&M University-Victoria. Her last day at 챬 St. Petersburg is Nov. 3.Christian Hardigreehttps://stpetecatalyst.com/usf-st-pete-chancellor-says-goodbye/EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport ManagementUSF’s Gamma Iota Sigma Delta Beta chapter wins national Bowers Award/business/news/2025/10-13-gamma-iota-sigma-usf-wins-national-bowers-award.aspxThe Delta Beta chapter — founded in spring 2023 — became the youngest chapter in the organization’s history to receive the top collegiate chapter award.Maria AmorimMon, 13 Oct 2025 13:46:11 USF’s Gamma Iota Sigma Delta Beta chapter wins national Bowers AwardThe Delta Beta chapter — founded in spring 2023 — became the youngest chapter in the organization’s history to receive the top collegiate chapter award.gamma iota sigma delta beta chapter/business/news/2025/10-13-gamma-iota-sigma-usf-wins-national-bowers-award.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsSchool of Risk Management and Insurance챬 St. Petersburg Chancellor Christian Hardigree named President of Texas A&M University-Victoria - 챬 St. Petersburghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-stpetersburg-chancellor-christian-hardigree-named-president-of-texas-am-university-victoria.aspxUnder Hardigree’s leadership, the campus spearheaded new initiatives that supported student success, introduced and enhanced academic programs, and built even stronger connections with elected officials and the surrounding community.External ArticleFri, 10 Oct 2025 15:25:24 챬 St. Petersburg Chancellor Christian Hardigree named President of Texas A&M University-Victoria - 챬 St. PetersburgUnder Hardigree’s leadership, the campus spearheaded new initiatives that supported student success, introduced and enhanced academic programs, and built even stronger connections with elected officials and the surrounding community.christian hardigreehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-stpetersburg-chancellor-christian-hardigree-named-president-of-texas-am-university-victoria.aspxBusiness NewsSchool of Hospitality and Tourism ManagementFlorida SBDC at USF plays key role in new Tampa Entrepreneur Support Hub/business/news/2025/10-9-tampa-launches-entrepreneur-hub-sbdc-usf.aspxThe Florida SBDC at USF will deliver one-on-one technical assistance to microenterprise entrepreneurs, as well as scale-up services for small businesses through its Growth Acceleration program.Sofia Garcia VargasThu, 09 Oct 2025 17:21:32 Florida SBDC at USF plays key role in new Tampa Entrepreneur Support HubThe Florida SBDC at USF will deliver one-on-one technical assistance to microenterprise entrepreneurs, as well as scale-up services for small businesses through its Growth Acceleration program.florida sbdc at usf consultants working with a small business/business/news/2025/10-9-tampa-launches-entrepreneur-hub-sbdc-usf.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship