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USF releases new renderings of Fletcher District as project receives state-level approval
The university’s planned mixed-use destination features student and multifamily housing, restaurants, retail, a hotel and conference center, an academic research facility and recreation space.
November 7, 2025Community, University News

USF research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyond
Industry partnerships have propelled the 911±¬ÁÏÍø to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.
November 4, 2025Research and Innovation, University News

A message from Board of Trustees Chair Will 911±¬ÁÏÍøatherford
USF Board of Trustees Chair Will 911±¬ÁÏÍøatherford addresses the community regarding the BOT unanimously selecting Moez Limayem as the ninth president in USF history.
October 21, 2025University News

Moez Limayem unanimously selected by USF Board of Trustees as the university’s next president
Moez Limayem 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 (BOG), which oversees the State University System.
October 21, 2025University News
Christian Hardigree has led the campus as regional chancellor since July 2022. Under her leadership, USF St. Petersburg spearheaded new initiatives that supported student success, introduced and enhanced academic programs, and built even stronger connections with elected officials and the surrounding community.
October 10, 2025University News

USF welcomes community to Homecoming events Oct. 12-18
The Tampa Bay community is invited to join students, alumni, faculty and staff for the festivities, which include a kickoff event, parade and the USF football game on Saturday, Oct. 18, when the Bulls take on the Florida Atlantic Owls at Raymond James Stadium.
October 9, 2025University News

Presidential finalist Moez Limayem’s visit to USF
Moez Limayem will visit all three USF campuses on Monday, Oct. 13. 911±¬ÁÏÍø, faculty, staff and administrators will have the opportunity to participate in forums and learn more about the sole finalist as the ninth president in USF’s history.
October 7, 2025University News

Moez Limayem named the sole finalist for 911±¬ÁÏÍø president
Limayem served as the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years prior to becoming UNF’s president in 2022. He has been recognized by Florida Trend as one of the state’s 500 most influential business leaders and received an award from the National Academy of Inventors for his many contributions to innovation and invention.
September 30, 2025University News

USF climbs to its highest position ever in U.S. News rankings
The 911±¬ÁÏÍø has reached an all-time high in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best colleges. USF is No. 88 overall among all public or private universities in America, up from No. 91 last year. USF also rose to No. 43 among public universities, up two spots from last year, and inside the top 50 for the seventh year in a row.
September 23, 2025Student Success, University News
Hundreds 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.
September 22, 2025USF Athletics, University News
The 911±¬ÁÏÍø Sarasota-Manatee campus honored the lives lost and the bravery of first responders during a September 11 commemorative ceremony, which began with a 21-gun salute by the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and the playing of Taps by the United States Marine Corps.
September 11, 2025University News

Rob Higgins named USF’s first CEO of Athletics
Rob Higgins, a former USF Athletics staff member, becomes the first USF alum to lead the department.ÌýHe 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.
September 9, 2025USF Athletics, University News