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From the Florida Coast to the Polar Seas: Gabby Schwager Dives Deep into Marine Biology Research
Judy 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.
February 25, 2025Community

Judy Genshaft Honors College Hosts Failing Forward Week
The ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Judy Genshaft Honors College is hosting its inaugural Failing Forward Week from Feb. 17-21, encouraging ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth. The initiative aims to foster open discussions on failure, resilience, and self-defined success.

Honors Student Alex Vu Represents USF at 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs
Honors ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Alex Vu represented ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp at the 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp of Notre Dame, presenting original research on Vietnamese foreign policy. Vu stood out among the crowd as an undergraduate among graduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps, ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps, and political scientists.

From Ballet to Brain Injury Advocacy: Meet USF Student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de Roos
After 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.
February 6, 2025Community

Honors Student Preston Kifer Combines Theater and Political Science to Explore Social Change
From performing in plays at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp and across the Tampa Bay region to working as an undergraduate research assistant, Judy Genshaft Honors College ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Preston Kifer explores the connection between the performing arts and social movements.
February 5, 2025Community

USF Women’s Lacrosse to Make Historic Debut with Student-Athletes Studying to Become Lawyers, Chemists and More
USF 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.
February 4, 2025Community

Mykyta Nechaiev Joins National Collegiate Honors Council Board as Student Member
Mykyta Nechaiev, ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp council president of the Tampa Judy Genshaft Honors College, has been elected as one of only five ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp members on the National Collegiate Honors Council Board of Directors, where he aims to bring a fresh perspective and foster ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp collaboration.

Speaker of the UK House of Commons Meets with USF Honors College Students for Q&A
The Right Honorable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the UK House of Commons, recently joined USF Judy Genshaft Honors College ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps remotely from the Palace of Westminster. During the spirited Q&A, ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps engaged with the global leader on pressing issues facing democracies today.
January 29, 2025Community, Teaching and Learning

Taste of Italy: Culinary Event Strengthens Global Ties
USF 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.
January 23, 2025Community, Events, Teaching and Learning

USF Honors College’s Wilcox Scholars Program Empowers the Next Generation of Civic Leaders
As it enters its second year, the Wilcox Scholars Program, housed in the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College, is already shaping the futures of Honors ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps interested in public policy by offering career-building opportunities that challenge them and foster their growth as civic leaders.
January 14, 2025Community, Teaching and Learning

USF Serves as Top Choice for National Merit Scholar Families
From a wide-array of scholarships to a thriving Honors College community, the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp offers National Merit Scholars — and their siblings — unparalleled opportunities to excel.
December 19, 2024Community

Honors Students Showcase the Importance of Humanities in Health Care with The Capsule Medical Journal
Honors ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp Serena Bhaskar, founded The Capsule, an interdisciplinary humanities journal, focused on publishing personal stories and scholarly research from undergraduate ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps interested in combining their passion for the creative arts with the field of health care and medicine.
December 16, 2024Community