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Researchers unveil work and life data at State of the Region
Life post-pandemic is much more expensive. It’s harder to find a doctor. Fewer children are ready for kindergarten. Third-grade reading levels aren’t much better.
On the bright side, the air is easier to breathe. Commuters are spending less time in their cars, probably because of remote and hybrid schedules. This is the state of work and life in the Tampa Bay area as told by two economic competitiveness reports released by researchers from the Tampa Bay Partnership and the USF Muma College of Business. Read more from the event→
To learn more Register for the "Ask the Researchers" virtual event on Feb. 16 here.
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USF's online MBA program jumped into the nation's top 20 in new rankings released by U.S. News and World Report. The program climbed a substantial 12 spots to take the No. 19 position — No. 15 among public universities — in the annual survey of the 2023 Best Online Programs.
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USF and Florida Blue hosted the inaugural Data and AI for Health and Wellness forum in Orlando, Florida. The conference brought together policymakers, healthcare leaders, students, and academics to share ideas and promote the use of AI and data in the healthcare industry.
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USF was awarded its largest grant to prepare students for federal cybersecurity careers. The $3.7 million National Science Foundation grant will establish the Cybersecurity Research and Education for Service in Government, or CREST, program to recruit students for cybersecurity jobs.
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Beating the odds: Logan Steele, an assistant professor in the School of Information Systems and Management, published an article in the Academy of Management Review that examines how leaders use underdog stories to motivate their team.
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Rapid7 and USF have partnered to establish the Rapid7 Cyber Threat Intelligence Lab. The $1.5 million investment by the Rapid7 Cybersecurity Foundation will also create an endowed faculty position within the USF Muma College of Business.
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Randy Hassen, the president of McKibbon Hospitality, is the next Conversation with a CEO series guest speaker. His career with McKibbon began in 1991 as a part-time house person at the Days Inn Athens. Hear what he has to say about his career and the company's culture.
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Applications are open! Business students from all three campuses can apply for the college's 25 Under 25 award program, which recognizes students who excel in community service, academics, leadership, and professional development.
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Boundless Bull: Freeman Talla, an entrepreneurship graduate student, is determined to help expand Cameroon's solar power sector. He was inspired by the tragic death of his aunt who died while seeking emergency medical care during a power outage in the African nation.
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TECO Peoples Gas president Helen Wesley discussed renewable energy and corporate skills at the Jan. 25 Conversation with a CEO event. She shared lessons learned from her 30-plus years of executive experience in the energy sector.
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Manish Agrawal, a professor in the School of Information Systems and Management, was named a winner of USF's Excellence in Innovation Award. He was honored for his inventions that use AI technologies to maximize the impact of academic programs.
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USF announced Chris Fils, Finance '08, is among the 2023 Outstanding Young Alumni Award winners. Fils is one of the youngest and most successful complex managers at Raymond James Financial and leaders the Global Top 1000 firm's Chicago metro market.
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The fourth annual USF Esports Summit, held on Jan. 27, centered on building community within the $1 billion esports gaming industry. Speakers touched on shrinking the gender and racial divide among college esports programs and within the video gaming industry.
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New scholarship for supply chain management majors
Freight carrier AAA Cooper Transportation has committed $25,000 to establish a student scholarship at the Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability. The company was named one of America's Best Mid-Size Employers by Forbes in 2022.
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PwC hosts series of candid conversations for women
Are you a woman pursuing a career in business? The USF Muma College of Business has partnered with PwC to offer a Candid Conservations series. The first session is on personal branding and will be held on Feb. 23 on USF's St. Petersburg campus. Register →
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Networking event connects employers with students
USF Muma College of Business students at the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance connected and networked with some major players in the finance world through a speed networking event at Lynn Pippenger Hall. Read more→
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Alumni Spotlight: Brian Lamb
Florida Board of Governors chairman Brian Lamb and his father, Eugene Lamb, are the embodiment of the saying “like father, like son.” “My dad modeled the way for me,” Brian said. “He did it not only by being a teacher but also by being a leader." Read more.
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Brooke Hansen, an associate professor of instruction in the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, received the 2022 Outstanding Environmental Educator award from Keep Pinellas Beautiful for her work in promoting sustainable tourism.
Jared Williams, an associate professor at the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, had a paper titled “The Partisanship of Financial Regulators” accepted for publication in the Review of Financial Studies.
Cihan Cobanoglu, the dean of the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, received the Hannes Werthner Lifetime Achievement Award for his significant contributions to the field of tourism and technology.
Martina Schmidt, a professor of instruction at the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance, was interviewed by WalletHub on personal loans and low credit scores.
Russell Clayton, an assistant professor of instruction in the School of Marketing and Innovation, was quoted in The Washington Post for a story about how technology is changing how fliers use in-flight internet.
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Nancy S. Meyer (‘95, BS, Finance) was appointed the new city attorney for the city of Port Richey. The part-time position serves as an independent contractor.
James Gonzalez (‘03, BS, Finance) was appointed to the state Board of Professional Engineers. He is an attorney and co-founder of Cobb & Gonzalez P.A. The appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.
Bill Sansalone (‘84, MBA) joined Syniverse as its chief financial officer. He brings more than 40 years of experience in financial leadership roles in the telecommunications industry, having spent more than 37 years with Verizon.
Blake Parry (‘18, BS, Marketing, ’21, MBA,’22, MS, Sport and Entertainment Management) announced he has a new role as a partnership strategy specialist at the Washington Commanders football team.
Yoni Tamir (’17, BS, Accounting, ’18, Macc) started a new job as a solutions architect in measurement, ads, and data science at Amazon. He is a former USF Muma College of Business 25 Under 25 honoree.
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It's official — Gamma Iota Sigma, USF's student organization for those interested in risk management and insurance careers, is now active. The new student group meets virtually and is open to students from USF's three campuses. Look for exciting events, community service days, chances for industry engagement, and ways to participate in regional and national conferences. | |
Applications are open for the Florida Blue Health Innovation Challenge. Students with a passion for solving today's healthcare problems can pitch their ideas to judges with the chance to win up to $20,000 in cash rewards.
Finalists will be notified by April 17. The pitch competition will be held at USF's Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation in downtown Tampa on April 28. The deadline to apply is April 3. Apply here.
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• Feb. 16-17, 8:30 a.m.-noon. Ukraine One-Year Later sessions, USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. Register.
• Feb. 16-17, Selling with the Bulls Intercollegiate, USF Tampa campus.
• March 1, 8:30-10 a.m. Conversation with a CEO featuring Randy Hassen, CAMLS, 124 South Franklin St., Tampa. Register.
• March 1-2, Sport & Entertainment Analytics Conference, USF Alumni Center.
• March 2, 6-9 p.m. The Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability Harbor Dinner Cruise. Register.
• March 3, 3-5 p.m. Alumni Advisory Council meeting.
• March 28, 6-9 p.m. HospitaBull fundraiser, Art Ovation Hotel, Sarasota. Register.
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