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Oct. 21-27, 2024

Financial assistance available for USF employees impacted by recent hurricanes


The Employee Hardship Assistance Program, funded and administered through the USF Foundation, provides financial assistance to employees who have been directly impacted by a natural disaster. The program is designed to offer immediate relief for urgent needs, such as temporary housing, home repairs, medical expenses, and other unforeseen costs related to the hardship. Read more.

2024 CBCS Food Drive

Support USF students by donating to the college-wide food drive


Help students facing food insecurity by donating non-perishable food items for the Feed-A-Bull food pantries this week. Boxes are available in each unit on all campuses.


See which items are in the highest demand on the Feed-A-Bull website.

CBCS in the News

Ahead of Milton, Florida officials rush to transfer frail patients

The Washington Post

"Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, nursing homes and assisted-living facilities have become more adept at planning for moving patients amid beefed up federal and state requirements, said Lindsay Peterson, a researcher at the University of South Florida School of Aging Studies, who specializes in disaster response."


Tampa’s Population is Growing Thanks to Economic and Real Estate Developments

The New York Times

"…says Lindsay Peterson, a research assistant professor at the University of South Florida, who studies disaster planning for older adults."


10 Common Mistakes That Family Caregivers Make

AARP

"…says William Haley, professor at the School of Aging Studies at the University of South Florida located in Tampa, Florida."


Parricide: The act of killing a parent. The Axe Murder

WTVJ (NBC) - Miami

"Dr. Kathleen Heide, professor at the University of South Florida, has devoted her research to try and find the truth behind parricides. Dr. Heidi has sat down with more than 50 parricide offenders, including Hallowell."


Smart Guide to Aging in Place

AARP

"…dream,' says Kathy Black, a professor of aging studies at the University of South Florida."


Hurricane Evacuations Are Becoming More Challenging—Physically and Psychologically

Scientific American

"'When I looked at [Hurricane Milton] on Saturday, I thought, ‘Oh my gosh, this has got to be a joke.’ We just don’t see it that often in the Tampa area, where you’ve got something that is obviously going to be very strong,' says Lindsay Peterson, a research assistant professor at the University of South Florida, who studies disaster planning..."

Dozens of Tampa Bay area nursing homes/assisted living facilities located in evacuation zone A

ABC Action News (WFTS) - Tampa

"A study from the University of South Florida and Brown University estimates almost 500 other seniors died indirectly from Hurricane Irma in the 90-day period that followed."

**This article references research by Lindsay Peterson, PhD.**


Office of the Attorney General warns Floridians about disaster-related scams after recent hurricanes

ABC Action News (WFTS) - Tampa

"Thomas Hyslip teaches digital forensics and cyber crime at the University of South Florida. He said scams become more common after natural disasters. 'They prey on people in need and they know people...'"


Hurricane Milton and Its Aftermath Magnify Plight of Florida’s Elderly and Their Families

The Wall Street Journal

"Federal and state regulations governing disaster response at nursing homes and assisted-living facilities have been strengthened since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, University of South Florida gerontologist Lindsay Peterson said."


How a 'horrible perfect storm' fueled a 65% increase in homicides committed by kids

USA Today

"Their motives can be similar to adults, but the decision-making portions of adolescent brains are still forming, which can make kids more hasty to use violence to solve petty conflicts, said Kathleen Heide, professor emerita of criminology at the University of South Florida."

Publications

Goncalves, V. S., Santos, M. R., & Chai, A. M. (2024). The Impact of COVID-19 Restrictions on Reports of Domestic Violence Against Women in the Context of a Middle-Income Country: The Case of Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Journal of Interpersonal Violence. doi:10.1177/08862605241285922 

Santos, M. R., Moule, R. K., Testa, A., & Weiss, D. B. (2024). Institutional anomie theory and country-level public corruption. Justice Quarterly, 1–26. doi:10.1080/07418825.2024.2414810 

Defense of a Doctoral Dissertation

Title: The Impact of Hearing Aid User Speech on Environment Classification and Own Voice Listener Preferences

Student: Robert A. Budinsky III

Program: Communication Sciences and Disorders

Date: Monday, October 28, 2024

Time: 2:30 p.m.

Location: Research Park, BPB 210 C and Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 232 353 253 852 Passcode: ksB6Fe)

Upcoming Events & Deadlines

MHWW Course Cover Photo

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's mental health, behavioral health, and addiction. Start the course today.


PACT Study

Volunteers age 65+ needed for study on preventing Alzheimer's disease


The Preventing Alzheimer's with Cognitive Training (PACT) team is recruiting volunteers to participate in their research study to see if computerized training exercises reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Interested adults who are 65 years or older, do not have any neurological disorders, have not had a stroke or brain injury, and do not have mild cognitive impairment or dementia, should visit www.PACTstudy.org for more information.

2024 Pups and Pops

Pups & Pops

Oct. 23 | noon - 2 p.m. (Rescheduled due to Hurricane Milton)

MHC Atrium


Invite your students to join us for free popsicles and a visit from Dogs Inc.

Carder lecture

School of Aging Studies Distinguished Lecture: “Doing Qualitative Research in Assisted Living: Ethnography, Shadowing and Walking Interviews”

Oct. 25 | 1 p.m.

MHC 1621


Hear from Paula Carder, PhD, a professor at Oregon Health and Science University-Portland State University School of Public Health. Her research largely focuses on housing policy and long-term care for older persons and adults with disabilities. For more information email Jim Scull at jscull@usf.edu or call 813-974-2414.


CRMHC infor session

Master of Arts in Clinical Rehabilitation & Mental Health Counseling Info Session

Oct. 28 | noon-1 p.m.

Microsoft Teams


Learn about the Clinical Rehabilitation & Mental Health Counseling program and the application process, and ask any questions you have. RSVP here.

Ethical Pathways in Global Mental Health: Bridging Cultures and Care

Oct. 30 | 10-11 a.m.

Microsoft Teams


Join moderator Jerome Galea, PhD, MSW, LCSW, USAID agency mental health and psychosocial support coordinator and associate professor of social work, for an engaging virtual symposium where experts will explore the ethical challenges and opportunities in delivering mental health care across diverse cultural settings. This one-hour session will highlight innovative approaches to fostering culturally competent, equitable care in a rapidly globalized world.

MFT information session

Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy Info Session

Oct. 30 | noon-1 p.m.

Microsoft Teams


Learn about the Marriage & Family Therapy program and the application process, and ask any questions you have. RSVP here.

Faculty Media Training

Nov. 1 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Rescheduled due to Hurricane Milton)

Microsoft Teams


Learn how to maximize your exposure through the media and across USF platforms. University Marketing and Communication’s Faculty Media Training will include best practices in a variety of areas - from working with reporters to framing your expertise for a general audience.

ITRE Info Sessions

Institute on Translational Research Education Fully Funded Scholars Program 2025-2026 Information Sessions

Nov. 1 | noon - 1 p.m.

Microsoft Teams


Learn more about the Translational Research in Adolescent Behavioral Health Graduate Certificate Fully Funded Scholars Program. This program prepares students to conduct community–based research using implementation

science and translational research techniques.


Learn more by contacting errodri3@usf.edu or visiting usf.edu/itre.

2024 Fall Forensic Trainings

2024 Virtual Fall Forensic Trainings

Nov. 14 & 15 | Dec. 5, 6, & 7


The Department of Mental Health Law and Policy's 2024 Continuing Education Forensic Training Series for Mental Health Professionals addresses forensic evaluation of adults and juveniles involved in the legal system.

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