March. 10-16, 2025

Rishitha Chiguru wins Health Sciences Award at USF Health Research Day

Rishitha Chiguru, a biomedical sciences student minoring in children's behavioral healthcare, was awarded the Health Sciences Award at USF Health Research Day for her research on discourse performance and psychosocial links in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Mentored by Hana Kim, PhD, Chiguru conducted her study in the Language in Aging and Stroke Rehabilitation Lab. Read more.

USF conference takes aim at addictions in Manatee-Sarasota

The Duvall Conference at USF Sarasota-Manatee on April 2 will kick off USF’s effort to help local governments and other organizations develop new ways to fight substance misuse in Manatee-Sarasota. Read more.

College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will foster USF-wide collaborations

USF News

"Artificial intelligence is already being used in classes in the USF Department of Criminology, where Professor George Burruss and students are developing an AI-powered chatbot to assist law enforcement and educate cyber scam victims, particularly senior citizens."

Around town: South Pinellas news briefs: TIPSTR to combat human trafficking

Tampa Bay Newspaper

"The University of South Florida is launching a new data repository that illustrates the magnitude, trends and geographic scope of human trafficking across the state."

Boggess, L.N., Chamberlain, A.W. & Reeds, C*. Racial and Temporal Barriers in the Journey to Crime for Black and White Drug Suspects. Journal of Quantitative Criminology (2025). 10.1007/s10940-025-09600-2

O, S., Lee, Y., & Eck, J. E. (2025). What Do We Know About Hot Pot Spots? Does Who Owns Matter? Crime & Delinquency. 10.1177/00111287251318982

Mental Health & Wellness in the Workplace Course

Learn to attract and retain talent by creating a workplace culture that fosters wellness and allows for the free expression of issues related to employee mental health, behavioral health, and addiction. Start the course today.

Rehabilitation Counseling and Disability Sciences Virtual Information Session

March 13 | 12 - 1 p.m. | Registration required

The Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling and Disabilities Sciences program will hold a virtual information session on Thursday, March 13, from noon - 1 p.m.

Nominations open for CBCS Recognition Award Program

Nomination deadline: March 15

The CBCS Recognition Award Program recognizes the contributions of two administrative, staff, and/or OPS/temporary employees for their extraordinary achievement in the workplace. Nominations may be submitted using this form. Any supporting documents should be emailed to Elizabeth Correia (eccorreia@usf.edu).

Building Community in a Post-COVID Era for Older Adults and Their Families

March 27 | 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Registration required

Embassy Suites (3705 Spectrum Blvd)

Attend this one-day conference to understand the problems facing older adults and their caregivers across the care continuum from health and aging service professionals and learn about services and resources to address issues related to loneliness, social isolation, grief, and bereavement.

Nominations open for CBCS Student Employee of the Year

Nomination deadline: March 28

This award recognizes one Federal Work Study student/student assistant (9190) and one graduate assistant for their achievement in reliability, quality of work, initiative, professionalism, and uniqueness of the student’s overall contribution to the department. Nominations should be submitted using this form.

Duvall Conference: “Collaborating to Tackle Local Substance Misuse: Creating Connections and Building a Community Academic Partnership”

April 2 | 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Registration required

USF Sarasota-Manatee Campus Student Center Ballroom

This interdisciplinary event, presented by the Duvall Initiative and the USF School of Social Work, welcomes Sarasota-Manatee community members and professionals, as well as USF faculty, staff, and students. Prepare for a day of inspiring discussions, learning, and networking that will spark action and collaboration.

CBCS Faculty & Staff Assembly

April 18 | 9:30-11 a.m.

MHC Atrium Lobby

All CBCS faculty and staff are encouraged to attend in person. The event will also be available on Teams.

Risk to Resilience: Innovations in Human Trafficking Research and Response

April 25 | 9 a.m. - noon and 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

USF St. Petersburg Campus | SLC 2100

Register or reserve an information table.

This symposium and workshop will bring together subject matter experts to discuss innovations in human trafficking research and response. The event will include individual speakers, a panel discussion on collaborative approaches to combat human trafficking, and community partner information tables. For more information, contact Melissa Carlson at mbarongi@usf.edu.

Fiesta by the Bay for Autism

April 26 | Doors open at 6 p.m.

USF Alumni Center | Registration and sponsorships

The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at USF (CARD-USF) will host its annual fundraiser Fiesta by the Bay for Autism on Saturday, April 26 at the USF Alumni Center. This family-friendly event provides an evening full of fun, entertainment, food, and a silent auction. Funds raised from the event support CARD-USF's Autism Services Fund. Facebook event page: 2025 Fiesta by the Bay for Autism Fundraiser