USF's 70th anniversary underscores how the university has shaped Tampa's economy and workforce. Read more→

Reviving legends: New USF research reveals what fans value most from a hologram AI concert experience. Read more→

From busser to C-suite: Darden's Rick Cardenas shares stories and advice at the Conversation with a CEO event. Read more→

We remember Lynn Pippenger, a remarkable leader, generous philanthropist and dear friend of the University of South Florida. Read more→

Join us for a Featured Speaker Series with chef, culinary anthropologist, and Food Network star Jet Tila. Reserve your seat at the March 26 event. Register→

Lead. Think. Influence. Leadership development programs designed for mid- to executive-level leaders are open for registration and begin April 8. Enroll today→

Bill Lombardo, CEO of Monin Americas, is the featured guest at the April 23 Conversation with a CEO event at The Tampa Club. Register→

Over 80 students from seven local high schools attended Wall Street Trading with Bloomberg Day on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. Read more→ 

Join us on May 8 for the Real Estate Leadership Summit, an executive-level forum for Tampa Bay real estate developers and investors. Register→

Rouzbeh Behnia, assistant professor in the School of Information Systems, was named a senior member to the National Academy of Inventors. Read more→

Paradise Golf hosted a career expo, connecting USF students with over 12 job recruiters, industry professionals, and a keynote speaker. Read more→ 

Registration is open for the 2026 USF Accounting Circle CPE Conference, held May 21-22. Network with peers at a cocktail reception. Earn CPE credits. Register→

Faculty Spotlights

Kenneth Hamner, assistant professor of instruction in the School of Management, was the keynote speaker at the 2026 Space Economy Summit in Rome, Italy.

David Teece, distinguished scholar of strategy and innovation, has the book Dynamic Universities: How Strategic, Entrepreneurial Leaders Can Strengthen Higher Education forthcoming.

Ed Tomlinson, interim director of the School of Management, is an invited featured speaker at the 22nd Annual River Cities I-O Psychology Conference in November 2026.

Muhittin Cavusoglu, assistant professor in the School of Hospitality and Sport Management, contributed a WalletHub article about the best airline credit cards.

Luke Richardson, associate professor of instruction in the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy, was quoted in a Patient Power column about qualifying for the caregiver tax credit.

Seckin Ozkul, director of the USF Supply Chain Innovation Lab, appeared on a Full Circle Florida segment about the Iran war and supply chain issues.

Alumni Updates

Christine Cazeau (’18, BS, Marketing, ’20, MBA) started a new position as a customer success executive at Automox. She is a former USF Muma College of Business 25 Under 25 Award honoree. 

Simone Di Mattia (’22, BS, Finance and Econometrics) started a new position as Wealth Management Finance Product controller at Morgan Stanley. 

Eniola Akinrinade (’11, BS, Management) joined Mars Science and Diagnostics as senior counsel for labor and employment.

Lindsey Schiller (’18, BS, Marketing, ’22, MS, Management) joined AmeriLife as an HR generalist. She is a former USF Muma College of Business 25 Under 25 honoree. 

Ted Emerson (’06, BA, Management) is the new vice president for culture and talent at Sprinklr. 

Nicole Spirko (’04, BS, Accounting) was named corporate relations director at Carrollwood Cultural Center in Tampa. 

Mabry Robinson (’21, BS, Risk Management and Insurance) is an attorney at Syprett Meshad PA.