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USF cybersecurity program gives ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps a competitive edge in career readiness

USF has become a leader in cybersecurity education by uniquely equipping its ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps with advanced, hands-on training that gives them a competitive advantage in the field.

September 17, 2024Cyber/AI, Student Success

National survey by USF researchers shows voter opinions on inflation, impact of politics on mental health, election distrust and social media use

Researchers at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp have released findings from a nationwide survey that measures attitudes related to key election issues. The survey, sponsored by Cyber Florida at USF, addresses how Americans feel about topics including inflation, the impact of politics on voters’ mental health and social media usage.

January 31, 2024ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp News

USF business ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps develop statewide training to boost cyberattack preparedness

The free, online courses will train Florida’s public sector employees on how to spot phishing scams, counter ransomware attacks, and protect sensitive information from cybercriminals.

November 21, 2023Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

A $1.5 million investment by The Rapid7 Cybersecurity Foundation will fund the joint endeavor, providing hands-on learning opportunities to the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

February 13, 2023Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, Student Success

USF awarded its largest grant to prepare ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps for federal cybersecurity careers

The National Science Foundation has awarded the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp a $3.7 million grant – helping prepare ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps for in-demand, high-paying cybersecurity jobs in the federal government and other public institutions.

February 2, 2023Cyber/AI, Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation, Student Success

Governor visits USF to announce a $20 million grant for cybersecurity education

Cyber Florida at USF will partner with K-12 schools to train ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps for careers in cybersecurity.

March 2, 2022Cyber/AI, ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp News

USF joins competitive military network to address key cybersecurity challenges

U.S. Cyber Command is enlisting the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp to help address complex cybersecurity challenges.

February 4, 2022Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp News

ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp researchers release nationwide opinion survey results on social media moderation and regulation

Researchers at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp, in partnership with Cyber Florida at USF, have released findings from a nationwide survey to better understand attitudes toward moderation on and regulation of digital platforms. Subjects consist of the regulation of misinformation and offensive content, including among elected officials, as well as perceptions of deplatforming.

December 14, 2021Research and Innovation

ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp researchers release findings from nationwide social media opinion survey

Researchers at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp, in partnership with Cyber Florida at USF, have released results from a nationwide survey to better understand patterns of social media usage. Subjects consist of common uses of social media – including e-commerce and political engagement – as well as some effects of usage on social and mental well-being.

November 22, 2021Research and Innovation

A high-profile group of U.S. military commanders, elected officials and current and former members of the intelligence community offered their insights into the growing threats to U.S. cybersecurity and the need for a multifaceted response during a conference hosted jointly by USF and the U.S. Department of Defense Near South Asia (NESA) Center for Strategic Studies.

April 19, 2021Cyber/AI, ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp News

ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp researchers release findings from national COVID-19 opinion survey regarding online behaviors

Researchers with the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp School of Public Affairs, in partnership with Cyber Florida at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp, have released the third set of results from a nationwide opinion survey regarding COVID-19.

January 28, 2021COVID-19, Research and Innovation

ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp researchers release findings from new national COVID-19 opinion survey

Researchers with the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp School of Public Affairs, in partnership with Cyber Florida at the ÅÝܽÊÓƵapp, have released the second set of results from a nationwide opinion survey regarding COVID-19.

January 25, 2021Research and Innovation