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Federal-university partnership advances coordinated human trafficking response to support victims
A new partnership between the primary federal law enforcement agency combating human trafficking and USF aims to strengthen victim-centered response efforts within the state. Read more.
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Soonhyung Kwon receives USF New Researcher Grant for augmented reality health project
Soonhyung Kwon, PhD, MSW, assistant professor in the School of Social Work, was awarded a USF New Researcher Grant for the project titled Augmented Reality Physical Activity for Cardiovascular Health in Older Adults. Read more.
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Alex Knorre appointed to editorial board of Journal of Quantitative Criminology
Alex Knorre, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Criminology, has been appointed to the editorial board of the Journal of Quantitative Criminology, a leading publication for quantitative methods research in criminology, published by Springer. Read more.
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Research by CBCS faculty recognized among journal’s most-viewed
Congratulations to Michelle Arnold, PhD, AuD; Theresa H. Chisolm, PhD; Victoria A. Sanchez, PhD, AuD, and their co-authors on this outstanding recognition! Their research, "Effect of hearing intervention on communicative function: A secondary analysis of the ACHIEVE randomized controlled trial," published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, has been recognized as among the top 10% of most-viewed papers published by the journal in 2024.
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Cary Hopkins Hall to support first responder mental health
Cary Hopkins Hall, MA, visiting assistant instructor in the Department of Criminology, recently participated in the Suncoast Alliance for First Responders meeting. The alliance brings together first responders and community stakeholders from across the Tampa Bay area to support mental health initiatives addressing trauma, suicidality and substance use disorders. Hall will work with the Education Committee to help evaluate peer support programs and develop training on trauma, recovery and resiliency.
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From roller coasters to robotics, USF camps reach record heights
USF News
"Held on the St. Petersburg campus for the first time, Justice Quest immerses high school students in the world of criminology through hands-on, real-world experiences."
Department of Homeland Security and USF team up to combat human trafficking
NPR
"A ceremony held at HSI Tampa to mark the signing featured remarks from BRIGHT founder and director Shelly Wagers, HSI National Director John Condon, and other agents."
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USF launches federal partnership to combat human trafficking across Tampa Bay region
Fox 13
"Dr. Shelly Wagers, a USF criminology professor and BRIGHT Project director, finalized the agreement alongside federal authorities to coordinate regional anti-trafficking operations."
USF Joins Feds In High-Stakes War On Tampa Bay Traffickers
Hoodline
"University of South Florida researchers are moving their homegrown technology straight into the heart of federal human-trafficking work, after signing a formal agreement Friday with Homeland Security Investigations."
| | Kwon, S., Zhu, Y., Da, W., Byrd, D. R., Tang, F., & Jiang, Y. (2026). A cross-lagged panel model for testing bidirectional relationships among physical functioning, depressive symptoms, and cognitive functioning in older Chinese immigrants. Educational Gerontology, 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1080/03601277.2026.2677188 | | | Defense of a Doctoral Dissertation | | |
Title: Evaluating the Effect of Synchronous Music Reinforcement on Treadmill Pace: A Replication and Extension to Adults with Autism
Student: Emma J. Walker
Program: Applied Behavior Analysis
Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
Time: Noon
Location: MHC 2502
Title: Disclosing Hunger: Psychosocial Predictors and Screening Strategies for Food Insecurity in Undergraduate University Students and Adult Contexts
Student: Jocelyn Jarvis
Program: Behavioral and Community Sciences
Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: MHC 2625A or Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 272 396 892 702 62 Passcode: YA9Qq3MS)
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Project iSEBA 2026 Summer Institute
May 29 | 9 a.m - noon
June 5 | 9 a.m - noon
June 12 | 9 a.m - noon
July 10 | 9 a.m - noon
Topic: Utilizing Distance Learning and Technology, Math Instruction, Literacy Instruction, and School Leadership to Support School-Aged Children with Severe Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. The Project iSEBA 2026 Summer Institute will be divided into four parts, offered on four different days. Register here.
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2026 Forensic Evaluation and Juvenile Justice Virtual Workshop
June 4-5 | Virtual | Register
Offered by the Department of Behavioral Health Science and Practice, the 2026 Continuing Education Forensic Training Workshop for Mental Health Professionals will focus on conducting forensic evaluations for juveniles involved in the legal system. Continuing education credits are available for Florida-licensed clinical social workers, licensed mental health counselors and psychologists.
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Introducing Integrated Primary Care Behavioral Health in Graduate Training Webinar
June 23 | 12-1 p.m. | Register
The Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce is hosting a free one-hour webinar, Introducing Integrated Primary Care Behavioral Health in Graduate Training, featuring experts Jeff Reiter, PhD, ABPP, and Jeff Goodie, PhD, ABPP. The webinar is designed for faculty and administrators across behavioral health disciplines. CEs are available for LMHCs, LMFTs, LCSWs, and psychologists.
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Translational Research in Adolescent Behavioral Health Graduate Certificate Info/Q&A Sessions
June 12 | 12:30-1:30 p.m.
August 7 | 12-1 p.m.
September 18 | 12-1 p.m.
October 5 | 12-1 p.m.
The Institute for Translational Research Education in Adolescent Substance Use is accepting applications for its next cohort! The program prepares scholars to conduct community-based research using implementation science and translational research techniques. Graduate students and working professionals are eligible to apply. Find more information here.
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Call for Papers
Submission deadline: July 1
The Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research, in partnership with the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce, invites submissions for a special issue focused on Strengthening the Behavioral Health Workforce: Research, Innovation and Policy. Learn more.
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From Research to Action: The Florida Behavioral Health Workforce Summit
Sept. 10-11 | Marshall Student Center | Register
Join the Florida Center for Behavioral Health Workforce for its inaugural summit aimed at translating research into action to grow, retain and innovate Florida’s workforce. From researchers and service providers to policymakers, educators, students and more, this summit brings every voice in the continuum together. Continuing education credits available.
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