/honors/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSun, 20 Apr 2025 14:55:46 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/honors/news/2025/honors-students-collaborate-to-grow-usf-climate-teach-in.aspxThe 2025 USF Climate Teach-In brought together students, faculty, and a diverse range of student organizations across all three USF campuses for a series of engaging events focused on climate awareness and community collaboration.Anna MinksFri, 18 Apr 2025 14:49:20 Honors Students Collaborate to Grow USF Climate Teach-InThe 2025 USF Climate Teach-In brought together students, faculty, and a diverse range of student organizations across all three USF campuses for a series of engaging events focused on climate awareness and community collaboration.The USF Climate Teach-In Executive Board and Dr. Andrew Hargrove show their bull pride at the end-of-week Climate Social/award night./honors/news/2025/honors-students-collaborate-to-grow-usf-climate-teach-in.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-student-launches-savory-energy-bar-brand.aspxÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç student Mira Stimac is redefining energy bars with her savory, clean-ingredient brand, Lope Bars. Backed by mentorship and the USF HUSTLE program, Stimac is turning a niche idea into a growing business serving athletes across Florida.Anna MinksThu, 17 Apr 2025 00:30:46 USF Honors Student Shakes Up Energy Aisle With Savory Bar BrandÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç student Mira Stimac is redefining energy bars with her savory, clean-ingredient brand, Lope Bars. Backed by mentorship and the USF HUSTLE program, Stimac is turning a niche idea into a growing business serving athletes across Florida.Mira Stimac, posing on the 5th floor of the Honors building with three flavors of her Lope Bars./honors/news/2025/usf-honors-student-launches-savory-energy-bar-brand.aspxCommunity/ons/news/2025/usf-sophomore-selected-fulbright-uk-summer-institute-scotland.aspxSecond-year biomedical sciences student Gray Zeisse is one of only five U.S. students selected this year for the Fulbright UK Summer Institute Program at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland.External ArticleWed, 16 Apr 2025 15:50:55 USF Sophomore Gray Zeisse Selected for Fulbright UK Summer Institute in ScotlandSecond-year biomedical sciences student Gray Zeisse is one of only five U.S. students selected this year for the Fulbright UK Summer Institute Program at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland.Judy Genshaft Honors College student Gray Zeisse headshot outside in front of trees/ons/news/2025/usf-sophomore-selected-fulbright-uk-summer-institute-scotland.aspx/honors/news/2025/photo-gallery-2025-honors-got-talent.aspxThe annual Honors Got Talent showcase at the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç’s Judy Genshaft Honors College captivated its audience with Old Hollywood glamour and a variety of impressive performances, including magic, music, and singing.Anna MinksFri, 11 Apr 2025 14:14:39 Photo Gallery: 2025 Honors Got TalentThe annual Honors Got Talent showcase at the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç’s Judy Genshaft Honors College captivated its audience with Old Hollywood glamour and a variety of impressive performances, including magic, music, and singing.Honors Got Talent 2025 performers stand at the front as winners are chosen and given trophies./honors/news/2025/photo-gallery-2025-honors-got-talent.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-capstone-empowers-students-to-strengthen-disaster-resilience.aspxÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç Honors students Alison Frate and Abigail Brake gained real-world consulting experience through Dr. Gregory Smogard’s Global Consulting capstone course, working with their team to support an international company in strengthening disaster resilience efforts in the Philippines.Anna MinksWed, 09 Apr 2025 13:41:30 USF Honors Capstone Empowers Students to Strengthen Disaster Resilience AbroadÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç Honors students Alison Frate and Abigail Brake gained real-world consulting experience through Dr. Gregory Smogard’s Global Consulting capstone course, working with their team to support an international company in strengthening disaster resilience efforts in the Philippines.Alison Frate, Dr. Gregory Smogard, and Abigail Brake show their bull pride on the fifth floor of the Honors building, overlooking the atrium. /honors/news/2025/usf-honors-capstone-empowers-students-to-strengthen-disaster-resilience.aspxTeaching and Learning/ons/news/2025/usf-gates-cambridge-scholars-inspire-next-generation.aspxMichael Calzadilla and Shahriar Zamani both completed graduate study at the University of Cambridge as Gates Cambridge Scholars. The two USF Judy Genshaft Honors College alumni are now hoping to encourage a new generation of students to take advantage of prestigious scholarships.External ArticleWed, 09 Apr 2025 13:07:00 USF Gates Cambridge Alumni Push Boundaries to Inspire Next Generation of ScholarsMichael Calzadilla and Shahriar Zamani both completed graduate study at the University of Cambridge as Gates Cambridge Scholars. The two USF Judy Genshaft Honors College alumni are now hoping to encourage a new generation of students to take advantage of prestigious scholarships.Two-panel image featuring Michael Calzadilla and Shahriar Zamani with their arms crossed in front of a background with assorted math and science symbols/ons/news/2025/usf-gates-cambridge-scholars-inspire-next-generation.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community/ons/news/2025/four-usf-students-named-2025-goldwater-scholars.aspxUSF Judy Genshaft Honors College students Abdul-Malik Zekri, Benjamin Barrera-Altuna, Peter Alspaugh, and Taylor Rand were selected for the Goldwater Scholarship, making USF the leader in Florida for the nation’s highest honor in undergraduate STEM research.External ArticleFri, 04 Apr 2025 15:16:57 USF Achieves All-time High with Four Students Named Goldwater ScholarsUSF Judy Genshaft Honors College students Abdul-Malik Zekri, Benjamin Barrera-Altuna, Peter Alspaugh, and Taylor Rand were selected for the Goldwater Scholarship, making USF the leader in Florida for the nation’s highest honor in undergraduate STEM research.2025-26 Goldwater Scholars and USF juniors Peter Alspaugh, Abdul-Malik Zekri, Benjamin Barrera-Altuna, and Taylor Rand pose in the Judy Genshaft Honors College Zimmerman Family Foundation Atrium./ons/news/2025/four-usf-students-named-2025-goldwater-scholars.aspxAccolades/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-professor-andrew-hargrove-empowers-students-to-create-sustainable-futures.aspxAndrew Hargrove teaches courses you won’t find anywhere outside the Judy Genshaft Honors College. From science to solarpunk to service, their work is guided by a philosophy of hopeful action towards a more sustainable future for everyone.Bethany JowersFri, 04 Apr 2025 13:00:41 USF Honors Professor Andrew Hargrove Empowers Students to Create Sustainable FuturesAndrew Hargrove teaches courses you won’t find anywhere outside the Judy Genshaft Honors College. From science to solarpunk to service, their work is guided by a philosophy of hopeful action towards a more sustainable future for everyone.Dr. Andrew Hargrove smiles at the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2025/usf-honors-professor-andrew-hargrove-empowers-students-to-create-sustainable-futures.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2025/first-year-honors-student-heather-stroup-finds-her-stride-at-usf.aspxFrom joining the Herd of Thunder marching band to getting involved with the Women in Leadership and Philanthropy program, out-of-state, first-year student Heather Stroup has found her place at the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç. By taking advantage of scholarships, extracurriculars, and first-year programs at the Judy Genshaft Honors College, she has made her freshman year a memorable one while laying the foundation for future success.Anna KhouryWed, 02 Apr 2025 00:33:17 First-Year Honors Student Heather Stroup Finds Her Stride at USFFrom joining the Herd of Thunder marching band to getting involved with the Women in Leadership and Philanthropy program, out-of-state, first-year student Heather Stroup has found her place at the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç. By taking advantage of scholarships, extracurriculars, and first-year programs at the Judy Genshaft Honors College, she has made her freshman year a memorable one while laying the foundation for future success.Heather Stroup poses on the 5th floor of the Judy Genshaft Honors College building./honors/news/2025/first-year-honors-student-heather-stroup-finds-her-stride-at-usf.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-sydney-seabaugh-rendel.aspxAttorney and Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Sydney Seabaugh-Rendel advocates for students with disabilities and victims of sexual cyber harassment by combining her expertise in law and education. A Vanderbilt Law graduate with a master’s in special education, she's now navigating our legal and educational systems to drive meaningful change.Anna KhouryFri, 28 Mar 2025 16:31:47 Catching Up with Honors Alum Sydney Seabaugh-RendelAttorney and Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Sydney Seabaugh-Rendel advocates for students with disabilities and victims of sexual cyber harassment by combining her expertise in law and education. A Vanderbilt Law graduate with a master’s in special education, she's now navigating our legal and educational systems to drive meaningful change.Headshot of USF Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Sydney Seabaugh-Rendel /honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-sydney-seabaugh-rendel.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2025/student-led-sustainability-usf-climate-teach-in-expands-its-impact.aspxThe ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç Climate Teach-In has officially transitioned from a small one-day event at the Judy Genshaft Honors College to a weeklong event series that spans all three USF campuses. Student leaders Maia Ryan and Katelynn Paciorek are helping organize the upcoming event series in April, building leadership skills while driving climate awareness across campus.Anna KhouryThu, 20 Mar 2025 13:52:54 Student-Led Sustainability: USF Climate Teach-In Expands Its ImpactThe ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç Climate Teach-In has officially transitioned from a small one-day event at the Judy Genshaft Honors College to a weeklong event series that spans all three USF campuses. Student leaders Maia Ryan and Katelynn Paciorek are helping organize the upcoming event series in April, building leadership skills while driving climate awareness across campus.2025 USF Climate-Teach In student leaders Maia Ryan and Katelynn Paciorek smiling in the Honors building./honors/news/2025/student-led-sustainability-usf-climate-teach-in-expands-its-impact.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2025/honors-llc-students-explore-disney-magic-and-theme-park-design.aspxStudents from the Judy Genshaft Honors College Tampa Living Learning Community took an exciting trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando. They participated in a private workshop with a Disney Imagineer, where they designed their own theme park, then enjoyed an interactive tour with thrilling rides and a variety of food tastings.Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:19:15 Honors LLC Students Explore Disney Magic and Theme Park DesignStudents from the Judy Genshaft Honors College Tampa Living Learning Community took an exciting trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando. They participated in a private workshop with a Disney Imagineer, where they designed their own theme park, then enjoyed an interactive tour with thrilling rides and a variety of food tastings.Tampa Honors LLC students proudly display their Judyland theme park design while showing their Bull pride in front of Cinderella Castle at Disney’s Magic Kingdom./honors/news/2025/honors-llc-students-explore-disney-magic-and-theme-park-design.aspxCommunity,Events,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2025/fast-tracking-medicine-inside-usfs-seven-year-bs-md-program.aspxFrom GPA and MCAT requirements to hands-on research and medical service, the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç’s 7-year B.S./M.D. accelerated program offers an accelerated pathway to earning a medical degree in just seven years. Judy Genshaft Honors College alums Rahul Jain and Parker Olive share their insights, challenges, and advice from inside the program.Anna KhouryWed, 12 Mar 2025 00:39:32 Fast-Tracking Medicine: Inside USF’s Seven-Year B.S./M.D. ProgramFrom GPA and MCAT requirements to hands-on research and medical service, the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç’s 7-year B.S./M.D. accelerated program offers an accelerated pathway to earning a medical degree in just seven years. Judy Genshaft Honors College alums Rahul Jain and Parker Olive share their insights, challenges, and advice from inside the program.Parker Olive and Rahul Jain stand together on the fifth floor of the Honors building./honors/news/2025/fast-tracking-medicine-inside-usfs-seven-year-bs-md-program.aspxAlumni and Friends,Community/honors/news/2025/honors-college-scholarships-open-doors-to-a-world-of-opportunities.aspxThe ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç offers a variety of scholarships to support students, including exclusive funding for members of the Judy Genshaft Honors College. In addition to awards for academic and experiential learning experiences, students can apply for scholarships that provide financial support from admission through graduation.Anna KhouryWed, 05 Mar 2025 00:02:15 Honors College Scholarships Open Doors to a World of OpportunitiesThe ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç offers a variety of scholarships to support students, including exclusive funding for members of the Judy Genshaft Honors College. In addition to awards for academic and experiential learning experiences, students can apply for scholarships that provide financial support from admission through graduation.Nora Wolfgang, Marco Nardiello, and Whitney Louis pose for a photo on the fifth floor of the Honors building, holding up the "go bulls" hand sign./honors/news/2025/honors-college-scholarships-open-doors-to-a-world-of-opportunities.aspxCommunityhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-sarasota-manatee-brunch-on-the-bay-2025-results.aspxThe signature philanthropic event at the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç Sarasota-Manatee campus celebrated the deep ties between the campus and the community.External ArticleMon, 03 Mar 2025 16:01:17 USF Sarasota-Manatee Brunch on the Bay Raises More Than $400,000 for Student ScholarshipsThe signature philanthropic event at the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç Sarasota-Manatee campus celebrated the deep ties between the campus and the community.A small group of USF students cheer while holding gold and green poms and a white and green Thank "U" sign.https://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/usf-sarasota-manatee-brunch-on-the-bay-2025-results.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2025/gabby-schwager-dives-deep-into-marine-biology-research.aspxJudy Genshaft Honors College alum Gabby Schwager’s journey at USF St. Petersburg led her to discover a passion for marine biology research through hands-on fieldwork and immersive coursework. From studying coral reefs in the Bahamas to researching Florida’s ecosystems, Schwager’s experiences highlight the unique opportunities the university offers to aspiring marine scientists.Caroline MerrimanTue, 25 Feb 2025 16:01:41 From the Florida Coast to the Polar Seas: Gabby Schwager Dives Deep into Marine Biology ResearchJudy Genshaft Honors College alum Gabby Schwager’s journey at USF St. Petersburg led her to discover a passion for marine biology research through hands-on fieldwork and immersive coursework. From studying coral reefs in the Bahamas to researching Florida’s ecosystems, Schwager’s experiences highlight the unique opportunities the university offers to aspiring marine scientists.USF St. Petersburg Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Gabby Schwager poses while making a Go Bulls hand sign./honors/news/2025/gabby-schwager-dives-deep-into-marine-biology-research.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/honors-college-signs-agreement-with-veterans-affairs-health-care-to-create-research-opportunities-for-students.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College has signed an affiliation agreement with Veterans Affairs Health Care that will open new doors for undergraduate students interested in health care.Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:35:56 Honors College Signs Agreement with Veterans Affairs Health Care to Create Research Opportunities for StudentsThe Judy Genshaft Honors College has signed an affiliation agreement with Veterans Affairs Health Care that will open new doors for undergraduate students interested in health care.Judy Genshaft Honors College leadership and Veterans Affairs Health Care representatives pose as a group in the Zimmerman Family Foundation Atrium in front of a recognition wall./honors/news/2025/honors-college-signs-agreement-with-veterans-affairs-health-care-to-create-research-opportunities-for-students.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2025/judy-genshaft-honors-college-hosts-failing-forward-week.aspxThe ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç Judy Genshaft Honors College is hosting its inaugural Failing Forward Week from Feb. 17-21, encouraging students to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth. The initiative aims to foster open discussions on failure, resilience, and self-defined success.Anna KhouryTue, 18 Feb 2025 17:12:34 Judy Genshaft Honors College Hosts Failing Forward WeekThe ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç Judy Genshaft Honors College is hosting its inaugural Failing Forward Week from Feb. 17-21, encouraging students to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth. The initiative aims to foster open discussions on failure, resilience, and self-defined success.NMS Coordinator Audra Santerre, Honors student Rachel Weitz, and Honors affiliate faculty member Melanie Ryerson pose in the Honors building./honors/news/2025/judy-genshaft-honors-college-hosts-failing-forward-week.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2025/alex-vu-represents-usf-at-midwest-conference-on-asian-affairs.aspxHonors student Alex Vu represented ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç at the 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, presenting original research on Vietnamese foreign policy. Vu stood out among the crowd as an undergraduate among graduate students, professors, and political scientists.Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:41:41 Honors Student Alex Vu Represents USF at 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian AffairsHonors student Alex Vu represented ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç at the 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, presenting original research on Vietnamese foreign policy. Vu stood out among the crowd as an undergraduate among graduate students, professors, and political scientists.Alex Vu poses inside the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2025/alex-vu-represents-usf-at-midwest-conference-on-asian-affairs.aspxAccolades,Community/honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-jody-noll.aspxDr. Jody Noll, a lecturer at Georgia State University, shares how his experiences in the Judy Genshaft Honors College shaped his academic journey, the transformation of his Honors thesis into a forthcoming book, and his advice for current students on how to embrace new opportunities and create positive impact.Fri, 14 Feb 2025 10:08:58 Catching Up with Honors Alum Jody NollDr. Jody Noll, a lecturer at Georgia State University, shares how his experiences in the Judy Genshaft Honors College shaped his academic journey, the transformation of his Honors thesis into a forthcoming book, and his advice for current students on how to embrace new opportunities and create positive impact.Headshot of Dr. Judy Noll in front of a gray background./honors/news/2025/catching-up-with-honors-alum-jody-noll.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2025/honors-foundations-program-drives-first-year-student-success.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College Honors Foundations Program helps first-year students adjust to college life through peer mentorship, community-building, and academic support. Upperclassmen mentors guide students in navigating campus resources, forming connections, and developing essential skills for success.Anna KhouryThu, 13 Feb 2025 13:52:03 Honors Foundations Program Drives First-Year Student SuccessThe Judy Genshaft Honors College Honors Foundations Program helps first-year students adjust to college life through peer mentorship, community-building, and academic support. Upperclassmen mentors guide students in navigating campus resources, forming connections, and developing essential skills for success.Fabiana Requena, Anrae Stephenson-Frazier, Martin Ladjimi, Dr. Kevin Lee, and Caroline Merriman pose in the Honors atrium with the Go Bulls hand sign/honors/news/2025/honors-foundations-program-drives-first-year-student-success.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2025/claire-kooy-and-alvin-varghese-win-2024-honors-grand-challenge-competition.aspxFirst-year student Claire Kooy and third-year student Alvin Varghese have been named 2024 Judy Genshaft Honors College Salem Scholars for their innovative research addressing challenges faced by people with disabilities. Both students will present their work at a national undergraduate research conference in spring 2025.Bethany JowersFri, 07 Feb 2025 14:16:19 Claire Kooy and Alvin Varghese Win 2024 Honors Grand Challenge CompetitionFirst-year student Claire Kooy and third-year student Alvin Varghese have been named 2024 Judy Genshaft Honors College Salem Scholars for their innovative research addressing challenges faced by people with disabilities. Both students will present their work at a national undergraduate research conference in spring 2025.Alvin Varghese and Claire Kooy pose together in the Honors building/honors/news/2025/claire-kooy-and-alvin-varghese-win-2024-honors-grand-challenge-competition.aspxAccolades/news/2025/from-ballet-to-brain-injury-advocacy-meet-usf-student-and-miss-tampa-alexandra-de-roos.aspxAfter a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at USF as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a psychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.External ArticleThu, 06 Feb 2025 13:40:10 From Ballet to Brain Injury Advocacy: Meet USF Student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de RoosAfter a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at USF as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a psychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.USF Student and Miss Tampa Alexandra De Roos/news/2025/from-ballet-to-brain-injury-advocacy-meet-usf-student-and-miss-tampa-alexandra-de-roos.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/honors-student-preston-kifer-combines-theater-and-political-science-to-explore-social-change.aspxFrom performing in plays at the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç and across the Tampa Bay region to working as an undergraduate research assistant, Judy Genshaft Honors College student Preston Kifer explores the connection between the performing arts and social movements.Caroline MerrimanWed, 05 Feb 2025 14:37:42 Honors Student Preston Kifer Combines Theater and Political Science to Explore Social ChangeFrom performing in plays at the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç and across the Tampa Bay region to working as an undergraduate research assistant, Judy Genshaft Honors College student Preston Kifer explores the connection between the performing arts and social movements.Preston Kifer poses at the National Opera Center of America/honors/news/2025/honors-student-preston-kifer-combines-theater-and-political-science-to-explore-social-change.aspxCommunity/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxUSF women's lacrosse makes its historic debut Friday, Feb. 7 at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.External ArticleTue, 04 Feb 2025 13:47:47 USF Women’s Lacrosse to Make Historic Debut with Student-Athletes Studying to Become Lawyers, Chemists and MoreUSF women's lacrosse makes its historic debut Friday, Feb. 7 at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of USF history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.USF Women’s Lacrosse team photo/news/2025/usf-womens-lacrosse-to-make-historic-debut-with-student-athletes-studying-to-become-lawyers-chemists-and-more.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2025/mykyta-nechaiev-joins-national-collegiate-honors-council-board-as-student-member.aspxMykyta Nechaiev, student council president of the Tampa Judy Genshaft Honors College, has been elected as one of only five student members on the National Collegiate Honors Council Board of Directors, where he aims to bring a fresh perspective and foster student collaboration.Anna KhouryFri, 31 Jan 2025 13:09:06 Mykyta Nechaiev Joins National Collegiate Honors Council Board as Student MemberMykyta Nechaiev, student council president of the Tampa Judy Genshaft Honors College, has been elected as one of only five student members on the National Collegiate Honors Council Board of Directors, where he aims to bring a fresh perspective and foster student collaboration.Judy Genshaft Honors College Student Council President Mykyta Nechaiev, smiling on the first floor of the Honors Atrium/honors/news/2025/mykyta-nechaiev-joins-national-collegiate-honors-council-board-as-student-member.aspxAccolades,Community/honors/news/2025/speaker-of-uk-house-of-commons-meets-honors-students.aspxThe Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the UK House of Commons, recently joined USF Judy Genshaft Honors College students remotely from the Palace of Westminster. During the spirited Q&A, students engaged with the global leader on pressing issues facing democracies today.Wed, 29 Jan 2025 19:16:05 Speaker of the UK House of Commons Meets with USF Honors College Students for Q&AThe Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the UK House of Commons, recently joined USF Judy Genshaft Honors College students remotely from the Palace of Westminster. During the spirited Q&A, students engaged with the global leader on pressing issues facing democracies today.Five Honors students stand in front of a green screen while listening to Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle from a monitor./honors/news/2025/speaker-of-uk-house-of-commons-meets-honors-students.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2025/disability-and-pop-culture.aspxCombining academic analysis with hands-on activities, such as navigating campus using mobility equipment, Honors instructor Kyle Romano brings disability studies to life through his innovative course, Disability and Pop Culture.Bethany JowersThu, 23 Jan 2025 14:15:59 Disability and Pop Culture: USF Honors College Course Challenges PerspectivesCombining academic analysis with hands-on activities, such as navigating campus using mobility equipment, Honors instructor Kyle Romano brings disability studies to life through his innovative course, Disability and Pop Culture.Instructor Kyle Romano poses with the students in his course with mobility equipment/honors/news/2025/disability-and-pop-culture.aspxTeaching and Learning/arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/taste-of-italy-culinary-event-strengthens-global-ties.aspxUSF joined over 50 universities across the U.S. — and more than 100 countries around the world — for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World on Nov. 20. The event brought various engagement opportunities to USF and the Tampa Bay area.External ArticleThu, 23 Jan 2025 11:23:05 Taste of Italy: Culinary Event Strengthens Global TiesUSF joined over 50 universities across the U.S. — and more than 100 countries around the world — for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World on Nov. 20. The event brought various engagement opportunities to USF and the Tampa Bay area.Culinary demonstration in the Judy Genshaft Honors College Leona Genshaft Food and Culture Studio./arts-sciences/chronicles/2025/taste-of-italy-culinary-event-strengthens-global-ties.aspxCommunity,Events,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2025/usf-wilcox-scholars-program-empowers-next-generation-of-civic-leaders.aspxAs it enters its second year, the Wilcox Scholars Program, housed in the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College, is already shaping the futures of Honors students interested in public policy by offering career-building opportunities that challenge them and foster their growth as civic leaders.Anna KhouryTue, 14 Jan 2025 16:09:13 USF Honors College’s Wilcox Scholars Program Empowers the Next Generation of Civic LeadersAs it enters its second year, the Wilcox Scholars Program, housed in the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College, is already shaping the futures of Honors students interested in public policy by offering career-building opportunities that challenge them and foster their growth as civic leaders.USF Provost Emeritus Ralph Wilcox and Wilcox Scholars Vanessa Quiroz, Sandra Napolitano, and Nico Lavaud pose in the Judy Genshaft Honors College building./honors/news/2025/usf-wilcox-scholars-program-empowers-next-generation-of-civic-leaders.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/catching-up-with-honors-alum-hunter-goldenberg.aspxFrom early Honors experiences to a thriving career in technology, 2018 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Hunter Goldenberg shares his journey from USF to his current role as a VP software engineer at JPMorgan Chase.Fri, 10 Jan 2025 09:25:15 Catching Up with Honors Alum Hunter GoldenbergFrom early Honors experiences to a thriving career in technology, 2018 Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Hunter Goldenberg shares his journey from USF to his current role as a VP software engineer at JPMorgan Chase.Judy Genshaft Honors College alumni Hunter Goldenberg headshot/honors/news/2024/catching-up-with-honors-alum-hunter-goldenberg.aspxAlumni and Friends/honors/news/2024/usf-judy-genshaft-honors-college-celebrates-103-graduates-at-fall-celebration-ceremonies.aspxAlina John, Abdul Muqeet Khawaja, Krish Veera, and Maryam Latif were honored with fall 2024 Dean's Circle of Merit Awards for their excellence in leadership, service, and global citizenship as the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated the academic achievements of 103 fall 2024 Honors graduates.Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:12:53 USF Judy Genshaft Honors College Celebrates 103 Graduates at Fall Celebration CeremoniesAlina John, Abdul Muqeet Khawaja, Krish Veera, and Maryam Latif were honored with fall 2024 Dean's Circle of Merit Awards for their excellence in leadership, service, and global citizenship as the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated the academic achievements of 103 fall 2024 Honors graduates.Judy Genshaft Honors College Graduates Group Photo from the Tampa Campus Graduation Celebration Ceremony/honors/news/2024/usf-judy-genshaft-honors-college-celebrates-103-graduates-at-fall-celebration-ceremonies.aspxAccolades,Events/honors/news/2024/usf-serves-as-top-choice-for-national-merit-scholar-families.aspxFrom a wide-array of scholarships to a thriving Honors College community, the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç offers National Merit Scholars — and their siblings — unparalleled opportunities to excel.Anna KhouryThu, 19 Dec 2024 11:36:01 USF Serves as Top Choice for National Merit Scholar FamiliesFrom a wide-array of scholarships to a thriving Honors College community, the ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç offers National Merit Scholars — and their siblings — unparalleled opportunities to excel.Jacob Delikat, Jude Delikat, Tehmani Ammad, and Muntahie Ammad posing in Honors Atrium/honors/news/2024/usf-serves-as-top-choice-for-national-merit-scholar-families.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/honors-students-showcase-importance-of-humanities-in-health-care-with-capsule-medical-journal.aspxHonors student Serena Bhaskar, founded The Capsule, an interdisciplinary humanities journal, focused on publishing personal stories and scholarly research from undergraduate students interested in combining their passion for the creative arts with the field of health care and medicine.Jay AjaMon, 16 Dec 2024 15:22:07 Honors Students Showcase the Importance of Humanities in Health Care with The Capsule Medical JournalHonors student Serena Bhaskar, founded The Capsule, an interdisciplinary humanities journal, focused on publishing personal stories and scholarly research from undergraduate students interested in combining their passion for the creative arts with the field of health care and medicine.Serena Bhaskar, Karla Evangelista De La Rosa, and Arelis Rodriguez Martinez make Go Bulls signs while posing in the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2024/honors-students-showcase-importance-of-humanities-in-health-care-with-capsule-medical-journal.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-honors-symposium-celebrates-graduates-and-new-beginnings.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated its Sarasota-Manatee graduates, first-year Honors students, and faculty at the annual Honors Symposium. The event featured freshman thesis presentations and concluded with the traditional Honors graduation recognition ceremony.Fri, 13 Dec 2024 11:47:31 USF Sarasota-Manatee Honors Symposium Celebrates Graduates and New BeginningsThe Judy Genshaft Honors College celebrated its Sarasota-Manatee graduates, first-year Honors students, and faculty at the annual Honors Symposium. The event featured freshman thesis presentations and concluded with the traditional Honors graduation recognition ceremony.Judy Genshaft Honors College Dean Charles Adams and Assistant Dean Cayla Lanier pose with new Honors graduates Saleha Salek and Diana Labrador and the 2024 Honors Symposium in the Sarasota-Manatee campus's Selby Auditorium./honors/news/2024/usf-sarasota-manatee-honors-symposium-celebrates-graduates-and-new-beginnings.aspxEventshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/marine-biology-graduate-discovers-passion-fieldwork-everglades.aspxWhether researching sharks in the Gulf of Mexico or studying fish in the Everglades, Honors student Serenity "Reni" Poston-Hymel is focused on a future in marine conservation. She secured a highly sought-after internship conducting fieldwork with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which was instrumental in shaping her career goals.External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 11:49:32 Marine Biology Graduate Discovers Passion for Conservation and Fieldwork in the EvergladesWhether researching sharks in the Gulf of Mexico or studying fish in the Everglades, Honors student Serenity "Reni" Poston-Hymel is focused on a future in marine conservation. She secured a highly sought-after internship conducting fieldwork with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which was instrumental in shaping her career goals.Reni Hymel holds a lemon shark while doing field work in the Gulf of Mexico.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/marine-biology-graduate-discovers-passion-fieldwork-everglades.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/honors-alumni-social-brings-together-past-and-present.aspxThe inaugural Homecoming event in the new Judy Genshaft Honors College building brought alumni together to reconnect with old friends, network with faculty and staff, and explore the college’s new space before the USF Homecoming parade and groundbreaking of the new on-campus stadium.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:13:12 Honors Alumni Social Brings Together Past and PresentThe inaugural Homecoming event in the new Judy Genshaft Honors College building brought alumni together to reconnect with old friends, network with faculty and staff, and explore the college’s new space before the USF Homecoming parade and groundbreaking of the new on-campus stadium.Lindy Davidson, Honors alum Avalon Jade Theisen, Dean Adams, and advisor Arnaldo Mejias pose in front of a backdrop on the patio/honors/news/2024/honors-alumni-social-brings-together-past-and-present.aspxAlumni and Friends,Events/news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxThis graduating class includes 103 Honors students, a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.External ArticleMon, 09 Dec 2024 11:59:16 USF to Confer Nearly 4,000 Degrees During Fall Commencement Ceremonies Dec. 13-14This graduating class includes 103 Honors students, a 16-year-old, a 70-year-old grandmother of four and an electrical engineer seeking to revolutionize the medical, space exploration and military industries.Graduation students smile in their cap and gowns. /news/2024/usf-to-confer-more-than-3900-degrees-during-fall-commencement-ceremonies.aspxEvents/honors/news/2024/usf-phi-beta-kappa-chapter-continues-to-thrive.aspxPhi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honor society, is shaping academic excellence and fostering a love of learning at the Judy Genshaft Honors College and ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç.Anna KhouryMon, 09 Dec 2024 10:19:54 USF’s Phi Beta Kappa Chapter Continues to ThrivePhi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious honor society, is shaping academic excellence and fostering a love of learning at the Judy Genshaft Honors College and ÐÓ°ÉÐÔÊÀ½ç.Honors student Nora Wolfgang, Dr. Matt King, and Honors advisor Megan Braunstein, and Requena smile in the Honors Atrium/honors/news/2024/usf-phi-beta-kappa-chapter-continues-to-thrive.aspxCommunity/ons/news/2024/usf-student-explores-through-fulbright-uk-summer-institute.aspxUSF student Avani Sanghvi explored creativity, activism, and cultural connections during the Fulbright UK Summer Institute at the University of Bristol. Her experience inspired new perspectives on art, identity, and the power of authentic storytelling.External ArticleWed, 04 Dec 2024 09:34:47 USF Student Explores Creativity, Activism Through Fulbright UK Summer InstituteUSF student Avani Sanghvi explored creativity, activism, and cultural connections during the Fulbright UK Summer Institute at the University of Bristol. Her experience inspired new perspectives on art, identity, and the power of authentic storytelling.USF Honors student Avani Sanghvi works on the second floor of the Judy Genshaft Honors College./ons/news/2024/usf-student-explores-through-fulbright-uk-summer-institute.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/honors-student-raehanna-brown-represents-jamaica-at-2024-chess-olympiad.aspxFreshman Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown competed with her team from Jamaica in the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary. Brown followed in her older sister’s footsteps in playing chess competitively and pursuing her education at USF.Jay AjaTue, 03 Dec 2024 11:33:45 Honors Student Raehanna Brown Represents Jamaica at 2024 Chess OlympiadFreshman Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown competed with her team from Jamaica in the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary. Brown followed in her older sister’s footsteps in playing chess competitively and pursuing her education at USF.Judy Genshaft Honors College student Raehanna Brown sits in front of a chess board at the 2024 Chess Olympiad hosted in Budapest, Hungary./honors/news/2024/honors-student-raehanna-brown-represents-jamaica-at-2024-chess-olympiad.aspxCommunity/honors/news/2024/honors-llc-friendsgiving-photo-gallery-2024.aspxHonors students shared a great meal and Thanksgiving traditions as the Judy Genshaft Honors College hosted its annual Friendsgiving dinner for residents of the Tampa Honors Living Learning Community and the Holcombe and Jenkins Scholars programs.Fri, 29 Nov 2024 08:21:36 Photo Gallery: Honors LLC Friendsgiving Fosters CommunityHonors students shared a great meal and Thanksgiving traditions as the Judy Genshaft Honors College hosted its annual Friendsgiving dinner for residents of the Tampa Honors Living Learning Community and the Holcombe and Jenkins Scholars programs.Students smile around a table at the Judy Genshaft Honors College Friendsgiving event./honors/news/2024/honors-llc-friendsgiving-photo-gallery-2024.aspxCommunity,Events/honors/news/2024/honors-students-travel-400-million-years-into-the-past-with-study-away-course.aspxLed by USF Sarasota-Manatee Professor Dr. Lydia Wassink, Fossil Hunters is a Maymester Honors study away course that takes students on a hands-on exploration of Ordovician-era fossils. The program includes a trip to the Midwest where students collect fossils, learn virtual mapping skills, and create projects showcasing evolutionary concepts.Jay AjaMon, 25 Nov 2024 00:38:39 Fossil Hunters: Honors Students Travel 400 Million Years into the Past with Study Away CourseLed by USF Sarasota-Manatee Professor Dr. Lydia Wassink, Fossil Hunters is a Maymester Honors study away course that takes students on a hands-on exploration of Ordovician-era fossils. The program includes a trip to the Midwest where students collect fossils, learn virtual mapping skills, and create projects showcasing evolutionary concepts.Honors student Isabel Delgado Frontera appears on a laptop screen while Dr. Lydia Wassink and Honor Roll Podcast host Caroline Merrimen sit at a table with recording equipment/honors/news/2024/honors-students-travel-400-million-years-into-the-past-with-study-away-course.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/former-first-minister-of-scotland-inspires-honors-students.aspxFrom professional footballer to First Minister of Scotland, the Right Honorable Henry McLeish’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and dedication to public service. Now, as a Judy Genshaft Honors College visiting professor of practice, McLeish shares his rich experience with students, inspiring them to think globally and reconsider the impact of civic engagement.Anna KhouryFri, 22 Nov 2024 00:22:07 Public Service and Leadership: Former First Minister of Scotland Inspires Honors StudentsFrom professional footballer to First Minister of Scotland, the Right Honorable Henry McLeish’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and dedication to public service. Now, as a Judy Genshaft Honors College visiting professor of practice, McLeish shares his rich experience with students, inspiring them to think globally and reconsider the impact of civic engagement.Rt Hon. Henry McLeish poses in Honors building atrium/honors/news/2024/former-first-minister-of-scotland-inspires-honors-students.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/research-innovation/news/2024/corridor-undergraduate-research-initiative-commits-100k-to-support-research-experiences-for-students.aspxThe Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research & Innovation will deploy $100,000 to directly support students in undergraduate research programs, including advancing the Undergraduate Research Portal at the Judy Genshaft Honors College.External ArticleTue, 19 Nov 2024 16:22:58 The Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative Commits $100K to Support Research Experiences for USF StudentsThe Florida High Tech Corridor and USF Research & Innovation will deploy $100,000 to directly support students in undergraduate research programs, including advancing the Undergraduate Research Portal at the Judy Genshaft Honors College.Students from the Colleges of Marine Science and Public Health and USF St. Petersburg participate in undergraduate research experiences with support from the Florida High Tech Corridor./research-innovation/news/2024/corridor-undergraduate-research-initiative-commits-100k-to-support-research-experiences-for-students.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/meet-the-gas.aspxMeet the graduate assistants of the Judy Genshaft Honors College! With diverse personal and academic backgrounds, each plays a unique role within the college, all dedicated to supporting the success of our Honors students, faculty, and staff.Bethany JowersTue, 19 Nov 2024 10:57:15 Graduate Assistants Contribute to Honors SuccessMeet the graduate assistants of the Judy Genshaft Honors College! With diverse personal and academic backgrounds, each plays a unique role within the college, all dedicated to supporting the success of our Honors students, faculty, and staff.Collage featuring headshots of seven graduate assistants outside of the Judy Genshaft Honors College/honors/news/2024/meet-the-gas.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/advisors-go-beyond-academics-to-support-student-success.aspxThe Judy Genshaft Honors College emphasizes relationship-building and student success through personal advising. Honors advisors, like Arnaldo Mejias, Ava Gomez, and Krysta Banke, bring unique approaches to supporting students’ journeys, focusing on accessibility, personal investment, and collaborative goal-setting.Anna KhouryTue, 12 Nov 2024 10:30:34 Honors College Advisors Go Beyond Academics to Support Student SuccessThe Judy Genshaft Honors College emphasizes relationship-building and student success through personal advising. Honors advisors, like Arnaldo Mejias, Ava Gomez, and Krysta Banke, bring unique approaches to supporting students’ journeys, focusing on accessibility, personal investment, and collaborative goal-setting.From Left to Right: Ava Gomez, Arnaldo Mejias, and Krysta Banke hold up the go Bulls sign in the Honors atrium/honors/news/2024/advisors-go-beyond-academics-to-support-student-success.aspxTeaching and Learning/ons/news/2024/global-security-careers-panel-recap-2024.aspxThe Office of National Scholars recently partnered with USF’s Global and National Security Institute for a multi-panel and networking event geared toward students interested in national and global security careers.External ArticleFri, 08 Nov 2024 15:09:15 USF Office of National Scholars Hosts Panels on National and Global Security CareersThe Office of National Scholars recently partnered with USF’s Global and National Security Institute for a multi-panel and networking event geared toward students interested in national and global security careers.Four panelists answer questions as part of the GNSI National and Global Security Careers Event at the Judy Genshaft Honors College/ons/news/2024/global-security-careers-panel-recap-2024.aspxEvents/honors/news/2024/honors-course-promotes-civic-literacy-among-students.aspxPulitzer Prize-winning journalist Daniel Ruth teaches Civic Literacy and Current Events at the Judy Genshaft Honors College, a course designed to enhance civic engagement through critical discussions on politics and current events. Students develop essential skills to navigate the political landscape and make informed voting decisions.Anna KhouryThu, 07 Nov 2024 11:38:59 Honors Course Promotes Civic Literacy Among StudentsPulitzer Prize-winning journalist Daniel Ruth teaches Civic Literacy and Current Events at the Judy Genshaft Honors College, a course designed to enhance civic engagement through critical discussions on politics and current events. Students develop essential skills to navigate the political landscape and make informed voting decisions.Daniel Ruth and students Anna Gustafson and Grady Vickers smile and pose in the Honors atrium./honors/news/2024/honors-course-promotes-civic-literacy-among-students.aspxTeaching and Learning/honors/news/2024/usf-sarasota-cybersecurity-student-research-opportunities.aspxDr. Jordan Howell and Honors alum Kaylee Eckelman are driving interdisciplinary collaboration at USF Sarasota-Manatee's Sarasota Cybersecurity lab, unlocking groundbreaking research and valuable professional opportunities for undergraduates across all three USF campuses.Anna KhouryMon, 04 Nov 2024 11:02:53 USF Sarasota Cybersecurity Empowers Student Research OpportunitiesDr. Jordan Howell and Honors alum Kaylee Eckelman are driving interdisciplinary collaboration at USF Sarasota-Manatee's Sarasota Cybersecurity lab, unlocking groundbreaking research and valuable professional opportunities for undergraduates across all three USF campuses.Professor Jordan Howell and Kaylee Eckelman pose with the "Go Bulls" sign in the Sarasota campus atrium/honors/news/2024/usf-sarasota-cybersecurity-student-research-opportunities.aspxCommunity,Teaching and Learning