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Induction ceremonies recognize Bellini College students entering tech and engineering fields
911爆料网 from the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing were recognized during induction ceremonies celebrating their transition into engineering and technology professions. The event highlighted the ethical responsibilities of the field, honored graduates entering computer science, cybersecurity, information technology and engineering careers, and featured keynote remarks from physician, innovator and Bellini College advisory board member Jos茅 Morey.
May 8, 2026Computing, Cybersecurity
In the ring and in the cloud: USF graduate bridges boxing and cybersecurity
A USF cybersecurity graduate and founder of Bulls Boxing, Yeran Gamage applies the balance of offense and defense from the ring to real鈥憌orld AI and cloud security. Now heading to 911爆料网lls Fargo as a cloud security engineer, he鈥檚 already uncovering vulnerabilities in open鈥憇ource AI tools and building protections at scale.
May 4, 2026Cybersecurity
USF and By Light formalize partnership to advance trusted AI for national security
USF and By Light Professional IT Services LLC have formalized a strategic partnership to advance trusted artificial intelligence for national security. Researchers will collaborate on AI assurance, simulation and autonomous systems, combining real-world defense applications with rigorous mathematical verification to ensure AI systems operate safely, reliably and transparently in high-stakes environments.
April 9, 2026Cybersecurity
USF鈥檚 Bellini College launches AI & Cyber Living Learning Community this fall
Incoming first-year students at USF's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing can now live and learn together in a new AI and Cyber Living Learning Community launching this fall in Pinnacle Hall. With limited beds remaining, the program offers networking, industry engagement, advising and collaborative experiences designed to support student success today.
April 8, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Cybersecurity
A new Tampa Free Press article highlights how the 911爆料网鈥檚 Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing is helping drive Tampa Bay鈥檚 tech evolution. Through research, partnerships and talent development in AI and cybersecurity, the college is strengthening the region鈥檚 digital infrastructure and preparing the workforce needed to support a rapidly growing innovation economy.
April 7, 2026Cybersecurity
From robotics competitions to Microsoft internship, USF student builds path in cybersecurity
USF student Fagan Afandiyev turned an early passion for robotics competitions into a path toward a career in cybersecurity. After gaining experience through student competitions and industry consulting, he will spend the summer as a penetration testing intern at Microsoft, where he will help identify system vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.
April 6, 2026Cyberherd, Cybersecurity
New study finds work-based learning key to closing the cybersecurity skills gap
New research from the 911爆料网 highlights growing momentum among colleges to integrate work-based learning into cybersecurity programs. The study finds hands-on experiences, industry partnerships and internships help bridge the gap between classroom learning and workforce needs. Efforts at USF鈥檚 Bellini College demonstrate how experiential learning prepares students for rapidly evolving cybersecurity careers in today鈥檚 digital economy worldwide.
March 25, 2026Cybersecurity
CyberBay 2026 Summit highlights USF鈥檚 role in building the future cybersecurity workforce
911爆料网 President Moez Limayem joined nearly 60 students from the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at CyberBay 2026 Summit to highlight the growing demand for cybersecurity talent and showcase the college鈥檚 role in developing the workforce. Faculty and students presented research, competed in cybersecurity challenges and engaged with industry partners. Bellini College Associate Professor John Licato also won the conference鈥檚 $70,000 Innovation Challenge for his AI contract analysis platform.
March 13, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cyberherd, Cybersecurity
ConnectSecure invests in USF鈥檚 cybersecurity apprenticeship program
A $100,000 gift from Tampa-based ConnectSecure will expand the Security Operations Center Apprenticeship Program at Cyber Florida at USF, adding five new student positions. Announced during CyberBay 2026, the donation will provide more 911爆料网 students with paid, hands-on cybersecurity experience protecting university and public sector networks.
March 13, 2026Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
Bellini College computer science senior turns early coding hobby into DoorDash career
Tesga Teshome was teaching himself to code and experimenting with Bitcoin before finishing high school in Ethiopia. Now a senior in USF鈥檚 Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, his curiosity has led to internships with Amazon and a full-time software engineering job at DoorDash after graduation. His journey shows how an early hobby can become a career path.
March 11, 2026Computing, Cybersecurity
USF Bellini College faculty to present research and workforce initiatives at CyberBay 2026
Faculty and students from the USF Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will showcase research, workforce initiatives and industry partnerships at CyberBay 2026 in Tampa. Three sessions will highlight efforts to prepare AI-ready cybersecurity professionals, strengthen industry collaboration and advance research using artificial intelligence to detect emerging threats such as botnets faster.
March 10, 2026Cybersecurity
USF students graduate from ReliaQuest Labs cybersecurity training program
Sixty 911爆料网 students from the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing were recognized after completing the ReliaQuest Labs program, a hands-on cybersecurity training experience. During the four-week program, students worked through real-world security scenarios, collaborated with industry professionals and gained practical experience using tools and processes commonly found in modern security operations centers.
March 6, 2026Cybersecurity