We make it easy to get to know the talented faculty and staff at the University of South Florida. You’ll hear about the valuable work they are doing on and off our three campuses, and we’ll share some fun facts about them along the way … such as the story of the faculty member who has a part in a major film released earlier this year.
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Jordan Zimmerman is Founder, Chairman and Architect of the Zimmerman Advertising empire, now the 14th largest advertising agency in the world with published billings in excess of $4 billion. Jordan Zimmerman founded his company in 1984 working tirelessly, personifying an insane commitment to be the best. Jordan trademarked his own term, “Brandtailing®,” a maverick combination of long-term brand building and short-term sales boosting that delivers measurable results and this methodology becam ...
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Lance is a self-made trader. He holds a finance degree from USF. When Lance started trading options, he found the path to success was the ability to quickly learn new strategies and grow his skills. Like many new traders, Lance’s first mission was to find a mentor who could teach him all about trading so that he could get started quickly. He attended various seminars and read numerous books related to trading options. By using tape reading and other tools, Lance learned how to invest his mon ...
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Provost focused on shaping what’s next for USF’s bold trajectory
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26:06One of the greatest highlights of the 2024-25 academic year was the record-shattering $40 million gift from alums Arnie and Lauren Bellini to establish the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. In this episode, Provost Prasant Mohapatra describes the extensive efforts underway as the college gears up to welcome it…
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After more than two years of preparation, women’s lacrosse – the first new women’s athletics program at USF since women’s soccer began play in 1995 – launches its inaugural season on Feb. 7 at Corbett Stadium. In this episode, Coach Mindy McCord discusses some of the keys to developing a program from scratch, including recruiting student-athletes, …
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Meet the new dean of the College of Public Health
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40:01Dr. Sten Vermund brings decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to the USF Health College of Public Health, which he will lead beginning in January. He also is the president of the Global Virus Network, which recently relocated its international headquarters to USF. In this episode, Vermund shares his perspective on a v…
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President Rhea Law’s fall address celebrated many of USF’s recent accomplishments – including student success, record research funding and a growing national reputation – that are advancing the university into a bold new era. She also shared priorities for this year that are designed to position USF for the future. Following the address, she sat do…
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USF opens the 2024-25 academic year with two new deans: David Blackwell, the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business, and Elizabeth Spiller, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. In this episode, we learn about their backgrounds (spoiler alert: Blackwell struggled in his initial attempt at college as a first-generation student, Spil…
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With extensive experience as a USF faculty member and administrator, Eric Eisenberg knows the university’s many resources can help elevate the Tampa Bay region. He also recognizes that potential partners may not know how to find help at USF – whether it’s hiring interns and new graduates, enhancing neighborhoods, exploring joint research projects o…
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Central Human Resources is in the midst of implementing several significant changes, including Embedded Services and Project Drive. In this episode, Angie Sklenka, senior vice president and chief human resources and administrative officer, details what they will mean for USF faculty and staff. The initiatives include the creation of an Employee Exp…
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Men’s basketball coach: ‘Desire to serve’ an essential ingredient for success
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29:47Amir Abdur-Rahim has been the competitive sort since an early age – that was a necessity growing up in a family with 13 children. He brings that competitive fire, and a commitment to building a men’s basketball program that will be “tough, together and connected,” as he begins his inaugural season this month as the Bulls’ head coach. In this episod…
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AAU president: USF ‘among very top tier of research universities’
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24:18USF achieved a historic milestone over the summer: An invitation to stand alongside Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Stanford, the University of Florida and other elite research institutions as a member of the Association of American Universities. In this special episode, USF President Rhea Law talks with Barbara Snyder, president of the 71-member AAU, ab…
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USF’s many successes: A presidential perspective
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8:50From the invitation to join the prestigious Association of American Universities to a new state budget that represents the largest operational funding increase in our university’s history, this has been an eventful summer for USF. In this episode, President Rhea Law shares her perspective on USF’s many successes and how they will impact faculty, st…
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Before construction was even completed, the new home of the Judy Genshaft Honors College was having a transformative effect on student applications. As students, faculty and staff move into the building this summer, Dean Charles Adams expects interest to continue to grow. In this episode, he discusses some of the building’s key features and his per…
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Joseph Dituri, an associate professor of biomedical engineering at USF, who also is known as “Dr. Deep Sea,” is on a mission. Living in a 100-square-foot habitat at Jules’ Undersea Lodge in Key Largo since March 1, Dituri has captured worldwide media attention as he attempts to break the current record of 73 days living underwater. While his goal i…
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On the job since March 1, USF’s new chief academic officer, Prasant Mohapatra, brings extensive experience as a faculty member, researcher and administrator to his role as provost and executive vice president of academic affairs. In this episode, he discusses what attracted him to USF and offers his perspective on a variety of significant issues fa…
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USF’s Sarasota-Manatee campus is on the eve of an exciting new era. Ground will soon be broken for a housing and student center complex and planning is under way for a nursing/STEM facility. Regional Chancellor Karen Holbrook discusses the need for the facilities and the benefits they will offer to students, faculty and the community. We also learn…
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In this special episode, Rhea Law shares her vision for the university in the address she delivered during her inauguration as USF’s eighth president on Jan. 19, 2023. A full transcript of the address is available here.By University of South Florida
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Episode 1: Lance Ippolito Shares 5 Rules for a Successful Trading Career
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3:02If you’re a beginner in the world of stock trading, you may feel that there is too much information to absorb. this podcast by Lance Ippolito will provide you with an overview of the basics, and give you a sense of how these are applied in practice. This Information by Lance Ippolito will take you through an exciting journey from planning to execut…
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USF’s College of Nursing is in the early stages of an all-out effort to expand undergraduate education to help address the shortage of nurses – projected to reach 59,000 in Florida by 2035. Usha Menon, dean of the college and senior vice president of USF Health, discusses the reasons for the nursing shortage crisis, plans to expand the college’s ph…
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After a distinguished 42-year career in the Marine Corps, which included three years as the head of U.S. Central Command, retired Gen. Kenneth F. “Frank” McKenzie has valuable perspectives to share about threats to global and U.S. security. He also discusses the important work of USF’s Global and National Security Institute as well as Cyber Florida…
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While Homecoming – scheduled this year for Oct. 9-15 – may be its most visible event, the USF Alumni Association sponsors more than 250 events annually to provide alumni with relevant, meaningful experiences. Bill McCausland, vice president and executive director of the association, discusses the extensive planning that goes into the Homecoming cel…
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Eric Eisenberg: From First-Generation College Student to Interim Provost
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27:17Known to many at USF as the long-time dean of our largest college, the College of Arts and Sciences, there’s much you may not know about Eric Eisenberg. First-generation college student, musician (he plays guitar and other instruments), poet and huge fan of basketball, Eric is passionate about helping faculty, staff and students succeed. Now the in…
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Enhancing internal communications and increasing USF’s reputation locally, nationally and internationally are priorities for University Communications and Marketing. Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Kim Hill shares insights about some of the projects that highlight USF’s compelling story, such as a non-traditional national marketing campa…
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Dean Anthony Rolle expects enrollment in the College of Education to be up this fall, a positive sign as the state of Florida faces a shortage of 40,000 teachers. In addition to efforts to grow the talent pipeline, he discusses a number of other priorities for the college, including diversity, equity and inclusion and enhancing relationships with T…
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Whether it’s gas, groceries or just about anything else, we’re all feeling the impacts of a very volatile economy. Michael Snipes, a member of USF’s economics faculty on the Sarasota-Manatee campus, shares his perspectives on the national economy as well as Tampa Bay’s – which he believes is in better shape to weather an economic downturn than othe…
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Taking the reins at USF’s St. Petersburg campus
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26:22Christian Hardigree brings a wealth of experiences, including more than two decades in higher education, to her new role as regional chancellor. She’s also waited tables, worked in a pool hall, couch-surfed as a homeless student and served as a senior litigation attorney.By University of South Florida
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The impact of the new state budget on USF
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20:16From the largest recurring single-year increase in operating funds that any Florida public university has ever received, to major investments in such critical programs as nursing and cybersecurity, faculty, staff and students across USF will benefit from the new state budget that takes effect July 1. Mark Walsh, assistant vice president for governm…
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With hurricane season just underway, Jennifer Collins, a professor in USF’s School of Geosciences, discusses the weather conditions she’s keeping an eye on, what they could mean over the next six months, and preparations we should be making now – regardless of predictions about the number of storms that may form.…
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A frank conversation about mental health struggles
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29:56During Mental Health Awareness Month, two USF students, Christian Marquez and Katrina Paschke, talk openly about their mental health challenges and how the stigma attached to seeking help affected them. Kristin Kosyluk, assistant professor in the Department of Mental Health Law & Policy, also shares her insights – professional and personal – about …
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The war in Ukraine’s impact on USF students
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19:01Worried about their families and friends back home, Ukrainian students attending USF are also facing uncertainty about housing and financial support as they remain in Tampa Bay for the summer. Kiki Caruson, interim vice president of USF World, discusses what the university is doing to help.By University of South Florida
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Compared to 19 other metropolitan regions across Florida and the U.S., there’s encouraging news and not-so-encouraging news regarding the Tampa Bay region’s economic competitiveness. Moez Limayem, dean of the Muma College of Business, shares key insights from research conducted by the college as part of the Tampa Bay Partnership’s State of the Regi…
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With a recommended site now identified, the co-chairs of the Campus Stadium Planning Committee share their perspectives on the significant impact a stadium will have across the university. Michael Kelly, vice president of athletics, and Jay Stroman, CEO of the USF Foundation, also discuss potential multiple uses for a stadium, the Foundation’s focu…
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The USF Board of Trustees has named the eighth president of the university, subject to Florida Board of Governors’ approval later this month. In this episode, President-elect Rhea F. Law, the first alum appointed to the position, shares her priorities for the university, including which critical workforce need for our state should be addressed imme…
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Positive trends across the country suggest we have entered a new phase in the pandemic. Donna Petersen, dean of the College of Public Health and chair of USF’s COVID-19 Task Force, shares her perspective on where we stand two years after COVID-19 swept across the region, the state, the nation and the world.…
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Next month’s ribbon-cutting for the new, state-of-the-art building in the USF Research Park is yet another sign of the growth of USF’s research enterprise. Sylvia Wilson Thomas, interim vice president for research and innovation, discusses the significance of the new facility, the efforts of faculty to address local and global challenges, and her l…
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From chronicling dinosaur footprints in Spain to the African American Experience in Florida, the USF Libraries offer a wealth of ever-growing digital collections, along with traditional resources, to inform and intrigue members of the USF community and beyond. Dean Todd Chavez discusses the library of today and what the future holds. USF Libraries…
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A film screening, panel discussions and a diversity and inclusion conference are among the many highlights of Black Heritage Month, which runs throughout February. Neudy Nuñez, director of USF’s Office of Multicultural Affairs, shares details about some of the activities and discusses the goals of this annual observance. USF’s Office of Multicultur…
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Making waves: USF’s new center in Environmental and Oceanographic Sciences
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28:45USF St. Petersburg campus Regional Chancellor Martin Tadlock and College of Marine Science Dean Tom Frazer discuss how the state of Florida and coastal communities nationwide will benefit from the research being conducted at USF. USF to launch new Center of Excellence in Environmental and Oceanographic Sciences on the St. Petersburg campus…
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Initiative focuses on enhancing Latino students’ access for success, community connections
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34:50A new USF task force is exploring ways to recruit, enroll and graduate more Latino students and forge stronger connections with Tampa Bay’s Hispanic community. In this episode, task force co-chairs Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman and Paul Dosal discuss what will be ongoing efforts to develop a comprehensive approach that focuses not only on success in the…
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Mark Sharpe, chief potential officer for the Tampa Innovation Partnership, which includes USF as a founding member, discusses ongoing efforts to transform “Uptown”, including the redevelopment of the former University Mall into Rithm at Uptown and a partnership with Florida Blue designed to provide better health, housing, employment and other oppor…
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Genetic counselors can play key role in family health
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17:57genetic counseling graduate programBy University of South Florida
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Dr. Kathy Black Florida Department of Elder Affairs AARPBy University of South Florida
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NEWgeneratorBy University of South Florida
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Monica Wooden Center for Supply Chain Management & SustainabilityBy University of South Florida
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USF Presidential Search CommitteeBy University of South Florida
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USF’s Office of Supplier DiversityBy University of South Florida
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Helpful links: USF Football USF AthleticsBy University of South Florida
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New USF President - Rhea LawBy University of South Florida
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Principles of Community Strategic Plan Diversity, Equity and Inclusion InitiativesBy University of South Florida
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Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Anti-Racism
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36:20Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman, a fourth-generation West Tampa native, serves as USF’s interim vice president for institutional equity, senior advisor to the president and provost for diversity and inclusion, and associate professor of sociology. In this episode, she shares updates on some of the key equity, diversity and anti-racism initiatives that USF…
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That’s the motto of USF’s Institute of Applied Engineering. To get a sense of the institute’s capabilities, think about the sandwich you had for lunch the other day. Now, imagine that sandwich is actually a communications satellite. That is, in fact, what the IAE created: Three small satellites, each the size of a sandwich, that have been orbiting …
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Exploring ‘Skyway 20/21: A Contemporary Collaboration’
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19:06Additional resources: Skyway 20/21: A Contemporary Collaboration USF Contemporary Art Museum Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Tampa Museum of ArtBy University of South Florida
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