USF News Feed/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usFri, 19 Dec 2025 19:38:51 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)From alum to head coach: Jolene Shepardson leads USF in hosting its first American Conference Volleyball Championship/news/2025/from-alum-to-head-coach-jolene-shepardson-leads-usf-in-hosting-its-first-american-conference-volleyball-championship.aspxLearn how Jolene Shepardson’s deep USF roots and athletic family fuel the Bulls as they host their first American Conference Volleyball Championship.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:14:41 From alum to head coach: Jolene Shepardson leads USF in hosting its first American Conference Volleyball ChampionshipLearn how Jolene Shepardson’s deep USF roots and athletic family fuel the Bulls as they host their first American Conference Volleyball Championship.Jolene Shepardson gives the Go Bulls hand signal/news/2025/from-alum-to-head-coach-jolene-shepardson-leads-usf-in-hosting-its-first-american-conference-volleyball-championship.aspxUSF AthleticsSavannah Ruiz,USF Athletics,Women's VolleyballUSF football unveils new renderings of football operations centerhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/11/7/usf-football-unveils-new-renderings-of-football-operations-center.aspxThe new TGH Center for Athletic Excellence is a central component of the university's transformational on-campus stadium project, scheduled for completion in fall 2027.External ArticleFri, 07 Nov 2025 15:31:04 USF football unveils new renderings of football operations centerThe new TGH Center for Athletic Excellence is a central component of the university's transformational on-campus stadium project, scheduled for completion in fall 2027.Rendering of Football Operations Centerhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/11/7/usf-football-unveils-new-renderings-of-football-operations-center.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF Athletics,USF FootballDerrick Brooks joins USF Athletics as Chief Operating Officerhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/10/30/general-derrick-brooks-joins-usf-athletics-as-chief-operating-officer.aspxIn addition to his Hall of Fame and Super Bowl winning career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Derrick Brooks has extensive connections and deep passion for Tampa Bay and brings more than 15 years of experience as a key front office executive in professional sports.External ArticleThu, 30 Oct 2025 16:35:22 Derrick Brooks joins USF Athletics as Chief Operating OfficerIn addition to his Hall of Fame and Super Bowl winning career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Derrick Brooks has extensive connections and deep passion for Tampa Bay and brings more than 15 years of experience as a key front office executive in professional sports.Rob Higgins and Derrick Brookshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/10/30/general-derrick-brooks-joins-usf-athletics-as-chief-operating-officer.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF AthleticsBorn to be a Bull: Rob Higgins takes the reins as CEO of USF Athleticshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/9/22/general-born-to-be-a-bull-rob-higgins-takes-the-reins-as-ceo-of-usf-athletics.aspxHundreds gathered at the Pam and Les Muma Basketball Center for a celebration welcoming Rob Higgins – the first CEO of USF Athletics. In front of an audience of professional athletes, elected officials and many who worked with Higgins over the years, the alum shared how his time as a ball boy as a child launched a lifelong love for USF.External ArticleMon, 22 Sep 2025 18:21:31 Born to be a Bull: Rob Higgins takes the reins as CEO of USF AthleticsHundreds gathered at the Pam and Les Muma Basketball Center for a celebration welcoming Rob Higgins – the first CEO of USF Athletics. In front of an audience of professional athletes, elected officials and many who worked with Higgins over the years, the alum shared how his time as a ball boy as a child launched a lifelong love for USF.Rob Higgins gives the Go Bulls hand signal on stagehttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/9/22/general-born-to-be-a-bull-rob-higgins-takes-the-reins-as-ceo-of-usf-athletics.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsMyUSF,USF AthleticsUSF interns capture historic Florida upset through photos, video and memes/news/2025/usf-iterns-capture-historic-florida-upset-through-photos-video-and-memes.aspxUSF Athletics interns helped capture one of the program’s biggest wins — the Bulls’ 18–16 upset over then-No. 13 Florida — through viral photos, videos and memes that spread nationwide. From an iconic celebration shot to unexpected Nintendo 3DS sideline footage, their work preserved the emotion of the moment while gaining invaluable hands-on experience.Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:49:59 USF interns capture historic Florida upset through photos, video and memesUSF Athletics interns helped capture one of the program’s biggest wins — the Bulls’ 18–16 upset over then-No. 13 Florida — through viral photos, videos and memes that spread nationwide. From an iconic celebration shot to unexpected Nintendo 3DS sideline footage, their work preserved the emotion of the moment while gaining invaluable hands-on experience.USF Football at UF game/news/2025/usf-iterns-capture-historic-florida-upset-through-photos-video-and-memes.aspxStudent Success,USF AthleticsPaul Guzzo,USF Athletics,USF FootballRob Higgins named USF’s first CEO of Athletics/news/2025/rob-higgins-named-usfs-first-ceo-of-athletics.aspxRob Higgins, a former USF Athletics staff member, becomes the first USF alum to lead the department. He has served as executive director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission since 2004, successfully positioning the region as one of the nation’s premier destinations in sports and entertainment.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:23:12 Rob Higgins named USF’s first CEO of AthleticsRob Higgins, a former USF Athletics staff member, becomes the first USF alum to lead the department. He has served as executive director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission since 2004, successfully positioning the region as one of the nation’s premier destinations in sports and entertainment.Rob Higgins/news/2025/rob-higgins-named-usfs-first-ceo-of-athletics.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsAdam Freeman,USF AthleticsUSF football makes program history in first win against the Florida Gatorshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/9/6/usf-football-stuns-no-13-florida-18-16-in-gainesville.aspx챬 stunned No. 13 Florida – the program's second-straight win over a Top 25-ranked team. This is the first time in program history the Bulls defeated ranked opponents in back-to-back games. USF will continue the nation's toughest non-conference schedule when the Bulls take on No. 5-ranked Miami next Saturday.External ArticleSun, 07 Sep 2025 06:24:47 USF football makes program history in first win against the Florida Gators챬 stunned No. 13 Florida – the program's second-straight win over a Top 25-ranked team. This is the first time in program history the Bulls defeated ranked opponents in back-to-back games. USF will continue the nation's toughest non-conference schedule when the Bulls take on No. 5-ranked Miami next Saturday.USF football team celebrates on fieldhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/9/6/usf-football-stuns-no-13-florida-18-16-in-gainesville.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics챬 student-athletes trade jerseys for hard hats to help build new on-campus stadium/news/2025/usf-student-athletes-trade-jerseys-for-hard-hats-to-help-build-new-stadium.aspxAs USF football gears up for its Aug. 28 season opener against Boise State, student-athletes are also helping lay the foundation for the university’s future on-campus stadium. Through a mentorship program with DuCon Construction, Bulls are gaining hands-on experience that connects teamwork on the field to teamwork in building a 35,000-seat facility.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:36:19 챬 student-athletes trade jerseys for hard hats to help build new on-campus stadiumAs USF football gears up for its Aug. 28 season opener against Boise State, student-athletes are also helping lay the foundation for the university’s future on-campus stadium. Through a mentorship program with DuCon Construction, Bulls are gaining hands-on experience that connects teamwork on the field to teamwork in building a 35,000-seat facility.Students walk the construction site of the on-campus stadium/news/2025/usf-student-athletes-trade-jerseys-for-hard-hats-to-help-build-new-stadium.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student Success,USF AthleticsPaul Guzzo,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF debuts first video look at the new on-campus stadium/stadium/index.aspxIt’s a new era for USF. Experience how the new home of the Bulls will transform game day - from the exclusive student section to premium suites and club areas to a rooftop lounge.External ArticleWed, 20 Aug 2025 10:48:47 USF debuts first video look at the new on-campus stadiumIt’s a new era for USF. Experience how the new home of the Bulls will transform game day - from the exclusive student section to premium suites and club areas to a rooftop lounge.Rendering of USF on-campus stadium/stadium/index.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,Stadium,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF football begins new tradition honoring Lee Roy Selmon’s legendary No. 63https://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/8/10/usf-football-begins-new-tradition-honoring-lee-roy-selmons-legendary-no-63.aspxDefensive lineman Josh Celiscar was selected to wear No. 63 for the 2025 season. That was the National Football League number of the late Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Lee Roy Selmon, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and USF program patriarch who's remembered as one of Tampa's most beloved citizens and role models.External ArticleMon, 11 Aug 2025 14:34:59 USF football begins new tradition honoring Lee Roy Selmon’s legendary No. 63Defensive lineman Josh Celiscar was selected to wear No. 63 for the 2025 season. That was the National Football League number of the late Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Lee Roy Selmon, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and USF program patriarch who's remembered as one of Tampa's most beloved citizens and role models.Football players stand with Coach Alex Golesh with Lee Roy Selmon jersey in framehttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/8/10/usf-football-begins-new-tradition-honoring-lee-roy-selmons-legendary-no-63.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF Athletics,USF FootballMichael Kelly accepts athletic director role at United States Naval Academy, concluding transformative tenure at USFhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/6/4/general-michael-kelly-accepts-athletic-director-role-at-united-states-naval-academy-concluding-transformative-tenure-at-usf.aspxSince Kelly joined USF in 2018, USF Athletics expanded to 21 varsity sports and captured 21 American Athletic Conference team championships, including firsts in men's and women's basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball and men's track and field.External ArticleWed, 04 Jun 2025 16:25:18 Michael Kelly accepts athletic director role at United States Naval Academy, concluding transformative tenure at USFSince Kelly joined USF in 2018, USF Athletics expanded to 21 varsity sports and captured 21 American Athletic Conference team championships, including firsts in men's and women's basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball and men's track and field.Michael Kellyhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/6/4/general-michael-kelly-accepts-athletic-director-role-at-united-states-naval-academy-concluding-transformative-tenure-at-usf.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF AthleticsUSF Athletics announces 2025 Hall of Fame Classhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/6/2/general-usf-athletics-announces-2025-hall-of-fame-class.aspxThe five-member class includes two head coaches and three standout student-athletes and marks the 11th Hall of Fame class in program history, bringing the total to 43 individual inductees and one team.External ArticleMon, 02 Jun 2025 00:09:10 USF Athletics announces 2025 Hall of Fame ClassThe five-member class includes two head coaches and three standout student-athletes and marks the 11th Hall of Fame class in program history, bringing the total to 43 individual inductees and one team.Graphic says "Class of 2025" with images of each inducteehttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/6/2/general-usf-athletics-announces-2025-hall-of-fame-class.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF Athletics,USF Basketball,USF FootballBehind the horns: Meet the 챬 students who were Rocky D. Bull/news/2025/behind-the-horns-meet-the-uef-students-who-were-rocky-d-bull.aspxFor years, they hid in plain sight, lifting spirits and energizing crowds as the university’s beloved mascot, Rocky D. Bull. Now that they’ve graduated, three Rockys are allowed to take off the mask and share what it’s really like to be the face of USF.Mon, 12 May 2025 11:10:49 Behind the horns: Meet the 챬 students who were Rocky D. BullFor years, they hid in plain sight, lifting spirits and energizing crowds as the university’s beloved mascot, Rocky D. Bull. Now that they’ve graduated, three Rockys are allowed to take off the mask and share what it’s really like to be the face of USF.챬: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/behind-the-horns-meet-the-uef-students-who-were-rocky-d-bull.aspxStudent Success,USF AthleticsCollege of Arts and Sciences,Muma College of Business,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,USF AthleticsTrustees approve updated 챬 stadium plan, paving the way for full construction to move forward/news/2025/trustees-approve-updated-usf-stadium-plan-paving-the-way-for-full-construction-to-move-forward.aspxCheck out USF’s latest rendering for the stadium and learn more about how construction is ramping up – putting it on track to open in fall 2027.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:17:49 Trustees approve updated 챬 stadium plan, paving the way for full construction to move forwardCheck out USF’s latest rendering for the stadium and learn more about how construction is ramping up – putting it on track to open in fall 2027.Rending of USF on campus stadium/news/2025/trustees-approve-updated-usf-stadium-plan-paving-the-way-for-full-construction-to-move-forward.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsAdam Freeman,MyUSF,Stadium,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF names new head men's basketball coachhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/3/24/mens-basketball-bryan-hodgson-named-south-florida-head-mens-basketball-coach.aspxBryan Hodgson comes to USF from Arkansas State, where he spent two seasons as head coach. He guided the Red Wolves to two of the most successful seasons in program history, with back-to-back 20-win seasons.External ArticleTue, 25 Mar 2025 08:06:31 USF names new head men's basketball coachBryan Hodgson comes to USF from Arkansas State, where he spent two seasons as head coach. He guided the Red Wolves to two of the most successful seasons in program history, with back-to-back 20-win seasons.Bryan Hodgson with graphic behind himhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/3/24/mens-basketball-bryan-hodgson-named-south-florida-head-mens-basketball-coach.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketball,MyUSF,USF AthleticsUSF women's basketball scores AAC conference championshiphttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/3/12/womens-basketball-the-bulls-are-going-dancing-for-the-10th-time-in-program-history.aspxThe team defeated Rice University, winning an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. USF women's basketball is the second team in conference history to win multiple tournament titles.External ArticleThu, 13 Mar 2025 08:44:03 USF women's basketball scores AAC conference championshipThe team defeated Rice University, winning an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. USF women's basketball is the second team in conference history to win multiple tournament titles.USF women's basketball team celebrates AAC championshiphttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/3/12/womens-basketball-the-bulls-are-going-dancing-for-the-10th-time-in-program-history.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF Athletics,women's basketballPatience pays off for USF walk-on turned record-breaking wide receiver Sean Atkins/news/2025/patience-pays-off-for-usf-walk-on-turned-record-breaking-wide-receiver-sean-atkins.aspxSean Atkins didn’t receive much attention coming out of high school as a 5’10” wide receiver. He joined the Bulls football program as a walk-on, but he never stopped believing in himself. During this time, he balanced a full-time job to pay rent, his studies and early morning football practice, and he eventually earned a full athletics scholarship.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:06:41 Patience pays off for USF walk-on turned record-breaking wide receiver Sean AtkinsSean Atkins didn’t receive much attention coming out of high school as a 5’10” wide receiver. He joined the Bulls football program as a walk-on, but he never stopped believing in himself. During this time, he balanced a full-time job to pay rent, his studies and early morning football practice, and he eventually earned a full athletics scholarship.USF wide receiver Sean Atkins/news/2025/patience-pays-off-for-usf-walk-on-turned-record-breaking-wide-receiver-sean-atkins.aspxStudent Success,USF AthleticsBe Bold,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF track and field wins back-to-back American Athletic Conference indoor championshipshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/3/1/track-field-south-florida-track-and-field-wins-back-to-back-american-athletic-conference-indoor-championships.aspxThe 챬 track and field team captured its second consecutive AAC indoor championship at the Birmingham CrossPlex, also earning the Bulls' men's coaching staff its second straight Men's Coaching Staff of the Year honor.External ArticleSun, 02 Mar 2025 08:49:12 USF track and field wins back-to-back American Athletic Conference indoor championshipsThe 챬 track and field team captured its second consecutive AAC indoor championship at the Birmingham CrossPlex, also earning the Bulls' men's coaching staff its second straight Men's Coaching Staff of the Year honor.USF Track and Field team poses with AAC championship signagehttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/3/1/track-field-south-florida-track-and-field-wins-back-to-back-american-athletic-conference-indoor-championships.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics,men's track and fieldUSF women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and more/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxUSF women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:44:00 USF women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and moreUSF women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.USF women's lacrosse game/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsAAU,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Nursing,Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering,Department of Criminology,Judy Genshaft Honors College,Muma College of Business,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,USF Athletics,USF Health,Zimmerman School of Advertising and CommunicationsUSF all girl cheer claims first Premier World Cup and USA Grand Championshiphttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/1/20/general-usf-all-girl-cheer-claims-first-premier-world-cup-title-and-usa-grand-championship-coed-team-wins-fourth-national-championship.aspxThe all girl and coed teams combined to bring home three championships, including a first-ever World Cup, from the 2025 UCA/UDA College Cheerleading & Dance Team National Championship at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, pushing the program's total to nine championships over the last five seasons.External ArticleMon, 20 Jan 2025 13:35:01 USF all girl cheer claims first Premier World Cup and USA Grand ChampionshipThe all girl and coed teams combined to bring home three championships, including a first-ever World Cup, from the 2025 UCA/UDA College Cheerleading & Dance Team National Championship at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, pushing the program's total to nine championships over the last five seasons.USF All Girl Cheer team poses with their metalhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/1/20/general-usf-all-girl-cheer-claims-first-premier-world-cup-title-and-usa-grand-championship-coed-team-wins-fourth-national-championship.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF AthleticsUSF football claims Hawai’i Bowl in five-overtime thrillerhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/12/25/football-bowls-claim-hawai-i-bowl-in-five-overtime-thriller.aspxThe game against San Jose State was the longest in bowl history and the longest in USF history. This is the second year in a row for the Bulls to win a bowl game under head coach Alex Golesh.External ArticleWed, 25 Dec 2024 00:16:43 USF football claims Hawai’i Bowl in five-overtime thrillerThe game against San Jose State was the longest in bowl history and the longest in USF history. This is the second year in a row for the Bulls to win a bowl game under head coach Alex Golesh.USF football celebrates the winhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/12/25/football-bowls-claim-hawai-i-bowl-in-five-overtime-thriller.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics,USF FootballTop stories of 2024/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxAs 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:29:14 Top stories of 2024As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on USF’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.Collage of polaroid photos with the words, 2024, a bold, new era/news/2024/top-stories-of-2024.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Arts and Sciences,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,College of Design Art and Performance,College of Education,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Pharmacy,College of Public Health,Florida Legislature,Institute of Applied Engineering,MyUSF,President Rhea Law,Tampa General Hospital,Tina Meketa,Top Stories,USF Athletics,USF Health,USF Health Morsani College of MedicineUSF Football selected for the Hawai‘i Bowl, will face San Jose Statehttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/12/3/usf-football-selected-for-the-hawai-i-bowl-will-face-san-jose-state-on-dec-24.aspx챬 football will make its second-straight bowl appearance under second-year head coach Alex Golesh at the Hawai'i Bowl in Honolulu, Hawai'i on Tuesday, Dec. 24.External ArticleTue, 03 Dec 2024 16:03:52 USF Football selected for the Hawai‘i Bowl, will face San Jose State챬 football will make its second-straight bowl appearance under second-year head coach Alex Golesh at the Hawai'i Bowl in Honolulu, Hawai'i on Tuesday, Dec. 24.Graphic that says Aloha from Hawai'i, Dec. 24, 2024https://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/12/3/usf-football-selected-for-the-hawai-i-bowl-will-face-san-jose-state-on-dec-24.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF Athletics,USF FootballUSF releases four new on-campus stadium renderings ahead of groundbreakinghttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/11/6/football-usf-releases-four-new-on-campus-stadium-renderings-ahead-of-groundbreaking.aspxThe renderings of the USF on-campus stadium showcase three new viewpoints inside and outside the stadium and an evening view of the student section.External ArticleWed, 06 Nov 2024 14:07:39 USF releases four new on-campus stadium renderings ahead of groundbreakingThe renderings of the USF on-campus stadium showcase three new viewpoints inside and outside the stadium and an evening view of the student section.Nighttime rendering of the USF on-campus stadiumhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/11/6/football-usf-releases-four-new-on-campus-stadium-renderings-ahead-of-groundbreaking.aspxUSF AthleticsStadium,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF announces series of tributes to honor Amir Abdur-Rahimhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/11/2/mens-basketball-south-florida-athletics-announces-series-of-tributes-to-honor-amir-abdur-rahim.aspxDuring this past weekend's Celebration of Life for Amir Abdur-Rahim, USF Athletics announced multiple planned tributes for the late men's head basketball coach who unexpectedly passed away in late October.External ArticleMon, 04 Nov 2024 08:26:53 USF announces series of tributes to honor Amir Abdur-RahimDuring this past weekend's Celebration of Life for Amir Abdur-Rahim, USF Athletics announced multiple planned tributes for the late men's head basketball coach who unexpectedly passed away in late October.Graphic with a photo of Amir Abdur-Rahim with a flower arrangement that says "Love Wins"https://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/11/2/mens-basketball-south-florida-athletics-announces-series-of-tributes-to-honor-amir-abdur-rahim.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics,USF BasketballHorton Family Foundation gives $1 million to support USF’s on-campus stadiumhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/horton-family-foundation-gives-1-million-support-usf-campus-stadiumAs an expression of their excitement about the on-campus stadium, which will break ground on Friday, Nov. 8, Oscar and Miriam Horton made a significant financial investment in the project of $1 million through their foundation, The Horton Family Foundation.External ArticleMon, 04 Nov 2024 00:17:48 Horton Family Foundation gives $1 million to support USF’s on-campus stadiumAs an expression of their excitement about the on-campus stadium, which will break ground on Friday, Nov. 8, Oscar and Miriam Horton made a significant financial investment in the project of $1 million through their foundation, The Horton Family Foundation.Miriam and Oscar Hortonhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/horton-family-foundation-gives-1-million-support-usf-campus-stadiumUSF FoundationStadium,USF Athletics,USF Football,USF FoundationUSF head men’s basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim passes awayhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/10/25/football-remembering-amir-abdur-rahim.aspxAmir Abdur-Rahim passed away suddenly on Oct. 24. He was the American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year this past season and led the Bulls to their first regular-season conference championship. Men’s basketball associate head coach Ben Fletcher has been named the team’s interim head coach.External ArticleTue, 29 Oct 2024 19:34:32 USF head men’s basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim passes awayAmir Abdur-Rahim passed away suddenly on Oct. 24. He was the American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year this past season and led the Bulls to their first regular-season conference championship. Men’s basketball associate head coach Ben Fletcher has been named the team’s interim head coach.Photo of USF head men’s basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim with a graphic that says "In memorium"https://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/10/25/football-remembering-amir-abdur-rahim.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsMen's Basketball,USF AthleticsUSF alum donates $1.5 million gift, building on legacy and impacthttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/they-give-so-others-can-succeedThe estate gift from alum Valerie Riddle and her husband, David Reader, will support the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, USF Women in Leadership & Philanthropy and USF Athletics’ Stampede for Women.External ArticleMon, 28 Oct 2024 08:11:27 USF alum donates $1.5 million gift, building on legacy and impactThe estate gift from alum Valerie Riddle and her husband, David Reader, will support the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, USF Women in Leadership & Philanthropy and USF Athletics’ Stampede for Women.Valeria Riddlehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/they-give-so-others-can-succeedUSF FoundationMorsani College of Medicine,USF Athletics,USF Foundation챬 supports hurricane relief efforts during this weekend's football gamehttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/10/17/general-university-of-south-florida-to-support-hurricane-relief-efforts-during-uab-football-game-saturday.aspxUSF and Feeding Tampa Bay hosted a food drive for those affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene during Saturday's game against UAB. The university also launched the Tampa Bay Strong campaign – an initiative to help students impacted by the storms.External ArticleSun, 20 Oct 2024 07:45:59 챬 supports hurricane relief efforts during this weekend's football gameUSF and Feeding Tampa Bay hosted a food drive for those affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene during Saturday's game against UAB. The university also launched the Tampa Bay Strong campaign – an initiative to help students impacted by the storms.USF football fans at Raymond James Stadiumhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/10/17/general-university-of-south-florida-to-support-hurricane-relief-efforts-during-uab-football-game-saturday.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsHurricane Milton,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF Athletics named a “Best College Athletic Department” by Front Office Sportshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/10/17/general-south-florida-athletics-named-a-best-college-athletic-department-by-front-office-sports.aspxUSF Athletics has invested in cutting-edge facilities and resources to enhance all teams. Since 2018, USF has earned 17 American Athletic Conference team championships and two divisional titles and won two NCAA championships, along with six cheer national championships.External ArticleFri, 18 Oct 2024 08:02:32 USF Athletics named a “Best College Athletic Department” by Front Office SportsUSF Athletics has invested in cutting-edge facilities and resources to enhance all teams. Since 2018, USF has earned 17 American Athletic Conference team championships and two divisional titles and won two NCAA championships, along with six cheer national championships.collage of athletics photoshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/10/17/general-south-florida-athletics-named-a-best-college-athletic-department-by-front-office-sports.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF AthleticsNew on-campus stadium rendering highlights student sectionhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/9/18/football-new-on-campus-stadium-rendering-highlights-student-section.aspxWhen the 챬's on-campus stadium opens in 2027, the west side will be exclusively for students and will include amenities such as its own dedicated entrance, concessions and landing for an in-game disc jockey.External ArticleWed, 18 Sep 2024 11:25:02 New on-campus stadium rendering highlights student sectionWhen the 챬's on-campus stadium opens in 2027, the west side will be exclusively for students and will include amenities such as its own dedicated entrance, concessions and landing for an in-game disc jockey.new USF on-campus stadium renderinghttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/9/18/football-new-on-campus-stadium-rendering-highlights-student-section.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsMyUSF,Stadium,USF Athletics,USF FootballRecord-shattering student demand prompts opening of upper deck for USF football's clash with Miamihttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/9/15/record-shattering-student-demand-prompts-opening-of-upper-deck-for-usf-footballs-clash-with-miami.aspxNearly 15,000 student tickets have been claimed for Saturday's clash with No. 10-ranked Miami. USF had previously planned to open only the lower bowl at Raymond James Stadium for the game, a configuration that can accommodate 8,700 student seats in the north endzone.External ArticleMon, 16 Sep 2024 08:48:17 Record-shattering student demand prompts opening of upper deck for USF football's clash with MiamiNearly 15,000 student tickets have been claimed for Saturday's clash with No. 10-ranked Miami. USF had previously planned to open only the lower bowl at Raymond James Stadium for the game, a configuration that can accommodate 8,700 student seats in the north endzone.챬: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/9/15/record-shattering-student-demand-prompts-opening-of-upper-deck-for-usf-footballs-clash-with-miami.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF football fans kick off season with unstoppable energy/news/2024/usf-football-fans-kick-off-season-with-unstoppable-energy.aspxFollowing a memorable season capped by a bowl game victory, USF football fans packed Raymond James Stadium for the season opener where the Bulls defeated Bethune-Cookman University 48-3.Sat, 31 Aug 2024 23:30:44 USF football fans kick off season with unstoppable energyFollowing a memorable season capped by a bowl game victory, USF football fans packed Raymond James Stadium for the season opener where the Bulls defeated Bethune-Cookman University 48-3.Students in the stands at a USF football game/news/2024/usf-football-fans-kick-off-season-with-unstoppable-energy.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,Stadium,USF Athletics,USF FootballFive Bulls set to compete in Paris 2024 Olympicshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/7/24/track-field-five-bulls-set-to-compete-in-paris-2024-olympics.aspxThe student athletes are set to represent their home countries and the 챬 at the XXXIII Olympic Games. USF's five Olympians are the most among any school in the American Athletic Conference.External ArticleThu, 25 Jul 2024 08:19:03 Five Bulls set to compete in Paris 2024 OlympicsThe student athletes are set to represent their home countries and the 챬 at the XXXIII Olympic Games. USF's five Olympians are the most among any school in the American Athletic Conference.Abdul-Rasheed Saminuhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/7/24/track-field-five-bulls-set-to-compete-in-paris-2024-olympics.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF AthleticsUSF football picked fourth, jumping 9 spots in AAC Preseason Media Pollhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/7/23/usf-football-picked-fourth-in-aac-preseason-media-poll.aspxEntering its second season under head coach Alex Golesh, USF football was picked fourth in the AAC Preseason Media Poll. The season kicks off Saturday, Aug. 31 at Raymond James Stadium when the Bulls take on Bethune-Cookman.External ArticleTue, 23 Jul 2024 00:15:02 USF football picked fourth, jumping 9 spots in AAC Preseason Media PollEntering its second season under head coach Alex Golesh, USF football was picked fourth in the AAC Preseason Media Poll. The season kicks off Saturday, Aug. 31 at Raymond James Stadium when the Bulls take on Bethune-Cookman.USF football team walks through breezewayhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/7/23/usf-football-picked-fourth-in-aac-preseason-media-poll.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF's highlights from the first half of 2024/news/2024/headlines-from-the-first-half-of-2024.aspxAs a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF's dynamic labs and groundbreaking fieldwork have solidified its status as a leading research university. In just the past six months, USF has broken records, united the community in support of its athletics programs and established numerous innovative partnerships.Mon, 08 Jul 2024 14:50:41 USF's highlights from the first half of 2024As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF's dynamic labs and groundbreaking fieldwork have solidified its status as a leading research university. In just the past six months, USF has broken records, united the community in support of its athletics programs and established numerous innovative partnerships.Entrance to the 챬/news/2024/headlines-from-the-first-half-of-2024.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,USF AthleticsUSF names new head coach of men’s baseballhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/6/8/mitch-hannahs-named-head-coach-of-south-florida-baseball.aspxMitch Hannahs joins USF after 11 highly successful seasons as head coach of Indiana State where he led the Sycamores to national Top 25 rankings and five NCAA Tournament appearances.External ArticleMon, 10 Jun 2024 14:09:07 USF names new head coach of men’s baseballMitch Hannahs joins USF after 11 highly successful seasons as head coach of Indiana State where he led the Sycamores to national Top 25 rankings and five NCAA Tournament appearances.Graphic says, "Welcome to the Bay Mitch Hannahs"https://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/6/8/mitch-hannahs-named-head-coach-of-south-florida-baseball.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics,men's baseballUSF men’s golf captures sixth AAC championshiphttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/4/21/mens-golf-south-florida-mens-golf-captures-sixth-aac-championship.aspxThe Bulls have now won the American Athletic Conference Championship a conference-leading six times in the first 10 years of the tournament.External ArticleSun, 21 Apr 2024 13:18:59 USF men’s golf captures sixth AAC championshipThe Bulls have now won the American Athletic Conference Championship a conference-leading six times in the first 10 years of the tournament.8 members of the USF Men's Golf team hold up American Athletic Conference Championship trophies. https://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/4/21/mens-golf-south-florida-mens-golf-captures-sixth-aac-championship.aspxUSF AthleticsGolf,USF Athletics챬 shares new on-campus stadium renderings and an update on the groundbreaking ceremony/news/2024/usf-shares-new-on-campus-stadium-renderings-and-an-update-on-the-groundbreaking-ceremony.aspx챬 fans can start the countdown to seeing shovels in the ground to begin the construction of a transformational new on-campus stadium.Thu, 11 Apr 2024 08:12:46 챬 shares new on-campus stadium renderings and an update on the groundbreaking ceremony챬 fans can start the countdown to seeing shovels in the ground to begin the construction of a transformational new on-campus stadium.rendering of on-campus stadium/news/2024/usf-shares-new-on-campus-stadium-renderings-and-an-update-on-the-groundbreaking-ceremony.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsAdam Freeman,MyUSF,Stadium,USF Athletics,USF FootballUSF men's basketball looks to extend their record 25 wins Sunday at Yuengling Centerhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/3/21/mens-basketball-usf-basketball-to-host-vcu-in-second-round-nit-game-sunday-at-yuengling-center.aspxUSF to host Virginia Commonwealth University in its second-round National Invitation Tournament game. This the first post-season game at home since 2010.External ArticleThu, 21 Mar 2024 13:39:54 USF men's basketball looks to extend their record 25 wins Sunday at Yuengling CenterUSF to host Virginia Commonwealth University in its second-round National Invitation Tournament game. This the first post-season game at home since 2010.Basketball player on court, facing fanshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/3/21/mens-basketball-usf-basketball-to-host-vcu-in-second-round-nit-game-sunday-at-yuengling-center.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketball,USF AthleticsMen’s basketball finishes conference season undefeated at home with 15th-straight victoryhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/3/5/mens-basketball-south-florida-finishes-season-undefeated-at-home-in-aac-play-with-15th-straight-victory.aspx챬 extended the NCAA's longest, active winning streak to 15 games after an 85-72 victory against Tulane on Tuesday. The Bulls played in front of its third-straight sellout crowd, with an attendance of 10,354.External ArticleTue, 05 Mar 2024 22:07:53 Men’s basketball finishes conference season undefeated at home with 15th-straight victory챬 extended the NCAA's longest, active winning streak to 15 games after an 85-72 victory against Tulane on Tuesday. The Bulls played in front of its third-straight sellout crowd, with an attendance of 10,354.챬: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/3/5/mens-basketball-south-florida-finishes-season-undefeated-at-home-in-aac-play-with-15th-straight-victory.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketball,MyUSF,USF AthleticsUSF men’s basketball wins first regular season conference title in program historyhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/3/2/mens-basketball-south-florida-wins-first-regular-season-conference-title-in-program-history.aspxThe Bulls defeated Charlotte 76-61, extending their winning streak to 14 conference games – the longest streak in program history. The AAC champs play their final home game Tuesday against Tulane at Yuengling Center.External ArticleSun, 03 Mar 2024 07:34:10 USF men’s basketball wins first regular season conference title in program historyThe Bulls defeated Charlotte 76-61, extending their winning streak to 14 conference games – the longest streak in program history. The AAC champs play their final home game Tuesday against Tulane at Yuengling Center.Men's basketball team stands with bannerhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/3/2/mens-basketball-south-florida-wins-first-regular-season-conference-title-in-program-history.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketball,MyUSF,USF AthleticsMen’s basketball nationally ranked for the first time in USF historyhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/26/mens-basketball-south-florida-mens-basketball-nationally-ranked-for-the-first-time-in-program-history.aspxFor the first time in program history, the 챬 men's basketball team is ranked in the AP Top 25 College Basketball Poll and the USA Today Coaches Poll. This follows back-to-back sellout crowds at the Yuengling Center and a 13-game winning streak – the second-longest active streak in the NCAA.External ArticleMon, 26 Feb 2024 15:03:39 Men’s basketball nationally ranked for the first time in USF historyFor the first time in program history, the 챬 men's basketball team is ranked in the AP Top 25 College Basketball Poll and the USA Today Coaches Poll. This follows back-to-back sellout crowds at the Yuengling Center and a 13-game winning streak – the second-longest active streak in the NCAA.Graphic says 25https://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/26/mens-basketball-south-florida-mens-basketball-nationally-ranked-for-the-first-time-in-program-history.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketball,USF AthleticsUSF men’s basketball sets program record for attendance, extends longest winning streakhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/18/mens-basketball-south-florida-knocks-off-no-24-florida-atlantic.aspxThe 챬 men's basketball team was back inside the Yuengling Center in front of a sell-out crowd of 10,659 for a pivotal American Athletic Conference showdown with Florida Atlantic.External ArticleMon, 19 Feb 2024 07:44:00 USF men’s basketball sets program record for attendance, extends longest winning streakThe 챬 men's basketball team was back inside the Yuengling Center in front of a sell-out crowd of 10,659 for a pivotal American Athletic Conference showdown with Florida Atlantic.USF men's basketball game at Yuengling Centerhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/18/mens-basketball-south-florida-knocks-off-no-24-florida-atlantic.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketball,MyUSF,USF AthleticsUSF men's basketball extends winning streak to 10 gameshttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/14/mens-basketball-south-florida-extends-winning-streak-to-10-games.aspxThe 챬 men's basketball team returned to the Yuengling Center for an American Athletic Conference showdown with Tulsa – extending their longest winning streak in program history to 10 conference games. External ArticleThu, 15 Feb 2024 08:14:12 USF men's basketball extends winning streak to 10 gamesThe 챬 men's basketball team returned to the Yuengling Center for an American Athletic Conference showdown with Tulsa – extending their longest winning streak in program history to 10 conference games. Men's basketball game against Tulsahttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/14/mens-basketball-south-florida-extends-winning-streak-to-10-games.aspxUSF AthleticsMen's Basketball,MyUSF,USF AthleticsUSF men’s basketball winning streak becomes longest in program historyhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/10/mens-basketball-south-florida-comeback-for-10th-aac-victory-against-rice.aspxThe 챬 men's basketball team was back in action for an American Athletic Conference matchup with Rice, defeating the Owls 69-65. With the victory, USF improved to 17-5 overall and 10-1 in AAC play.External ArticleMon, 12 Feb 2024 07:55:29 USF men’s basketball winning streak becomes longest in program historyThe 챬 men's basketball team was back in action for an American Athletic Conference matchup with Rice, defeating the Owls 69-65. With the victory, USF improved to 17-5 overall and 10-1 in AAC play.USF men's basketball player jumps in the air to shoot hoophttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/10/mens-basketball-south-florida-comeback-for-10th-aac-victory-against-rice.aspxUSF AthleticsAAC,USF Athletics,USF BasketballFirst place in the AAC on the line when USF hosts Charlotte tonighthttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/5/mens-basketball-south-florida-charlotte-clash-on-espn2-tuesday-night.aspxThe 챬 men's basketball team returns to the Yuengling Center for an American Athletic Conference showdown with Charlotte. The Bulls are 15-5 and have winning streak of seven conference games, which is the longest in program history.External ArticleTue, 06 Feb 2024 10:53:35 First place in the AAC on the line when USF hosts Charlotte tonightThe 챬 men's basketball team returns to the Yuengling Center for an American Athletic Conference showdown with Charlotte. The Bulls are 15-5 and have winning streak of seven conference games, which is the longest in program history.Men's basketballhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/2/5/mens-basketball-south-florida-charlotte-clash-on-espn2-tuesday-night.aspxUSF AthleticsUSF Athletics,USF Basketball,Yuengling CenterUSF All Girl Cheer claims second straight UCA National Championshiphttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/1/16/general-usf-all-girl-cheer-claims-second-straight-uca-national-championship-part-of-two-titles-in-2024.aspxThe 챬 All Girl Cheer Team, led by head coach Sandy Clarke, brought home a pair of national titles from the Universal Cheerleading Association (UCA) College Nationals in Orlando, securing their second-straight national championship in the Division IA Game Day competition and the squad's first in the Division IA Traditional competition.External ArticleTue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 USF All Girl Cheer claims second straight UCA National ChampionshipThe 챬 All Girl Cheer Team, led by head coach Sandy Clarke, brought home a pair of national titles from the Universal Cheerleading Association (UCA) College Nationals in Orlando, securing their second-straight national championship in the Division IA Game Day competition and the squad's first in the Division IA Traditional competition.Cheerleaders celebrating winhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2024/1/16/general-usf-all-girl-cheer-claims-second-straight-uca-national-championship-part-of-two-titles-in-2024.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF AthleticsTop stories of 2023/news/2023/top-stories-of-2023.aspxFrom being invited to join the prestigious Association of American Universities to breaking fundraising records and even a faculty member making it into the Guinness Book of World Records, this has been a momentous year for USF.Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Top stories of 2023From being invited to join the prestigious Association of American Universities to breaking fundraising records and even a faculty member making it into the Guinness Book of World Records, this has been a momentous year for USF.Graphic that says, "a momentous year. 2023, a limitless future"/news/2023/top-stories-of-2023.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Governors,Board of Trustees,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Public Health,College of The Arts,MyUSF,President Rhea Law,Stadium,Student Success,Tina Meketa,USF AthleticsUSF releases first renderings of new on-campus stadium, announces $6 million gift/news/2023/usf-releases-first-renderings-of-new-on-campus-stadium-announces-6-million-gift.aspxUSF has revealed a first look at the university’s transformational on-campus stadium by releasing three renderings of the new facility and announced a $6 million gift from the USF Federal Credit Union. A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for fall 2024.Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 USF releases first renderings of new on-campus stadium, announces $6 million giftUSF has revealed a first look at the university’s transformational on-campus stadium by releasing three renderings of the new facility and announced a $6 million gift from the USF Federal Credit Union. A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for fall 2024.Stadium rendering/news/2023/usf-releases-first-renderings-of-new-on-campus-stadium-announces-6-million-gift.aspxUSF Athletics,USF Foundation,University NewsAdam Freeman,MyUSF,Stadium,Tampa General Hospital,USF Athletics,USF Football,USF Foundation