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From Classroom to Command: USF Student Helping Shape the Future of National Security
For Honors ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp May Birch, national security isn’t just a field of study — it’s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp leadership.
June 9, 2025Community
Led by Honors faculty member Catherine Wilkins, the Hurricane Histories project will document the experiences of those affected by the historic 2024 hurricane season, offering a powerful account of its impact.
June 2, 2025Community, Teaching and Learning

Catching up with Honors Alum Dr. Frank Cabano
Dr. Frank Cabano, a marketing ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp at Kansas State ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp and ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp Judy Genshaft Honors College alum, shares how mentorship, research, and campus involvement shaped his academic journey and career in consumer behavior and marketing.
May 7, 2025Alumni and Friends, Community
USF Sarasota-Manatee graduate Alexandra Lopez, a biology major and ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp government leader, plans to pursue pediatric nutrition to advocate for children's health while leaving her campus legacy.
May 2, 2025Community
First-generation ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp Alison Frate graduates magna cum laude from USF Sarasota-Manatee, using mentorship and Honors College opportunities as stepping stones to New York Law School.
May 2, 2025Alumni and Friends, Community

You Don’t Have to Do It All: Honors Students Share Advice on Avoiding Burnout
Even the most accomplished ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapps can struggle with stress and academic burnout. At the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College, ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapps are encouraged to prioritize their well-being alongside their achievements. Mental health counselor Melanie Ryerson and Honors ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapps share common signs of burnout and offer practical strategies to manage stress, stay balanced, and maintain a sustainable approach to success.
April 29, 2025Community

Honors Students Kelsey Sherman and Elise Prophete Learn to Lead Through Public Service
Judy Genshaft Honors College ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapps at USF St. Petersburg are making an impact through civic leadership both on and off campus. From ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp government to state-level internships and voter engagement, Kelsey Sherman and Elise Prophete are turning their commitment to ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp leadership into action.
April 29, 2025Community

Honors Students Collaborate to Grow USF Climate Teach-In
The 2025 USF Climate Teach-In brought together ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapps, faculty, and a diverse range of ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp organizations across all three USF campuses for a series of engaging events focused on climate awareness and community collaboration.

USF Honors Student Shakes Up Energy Aisle With Savory Bar Brand
ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp 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.
April 17, 2025Community

Photo Gallery: 2025 Honors Got Talent
The annual Honors Got Talent showcase at the ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp’s Judy Genshaft Honors College captivated its audience with Old Hollywood glamour and a variety of impressive performances, including magic, music, and singing.

USF Gates Cambridge Alumni Push Boundaries to Inspire Next Generation of Scholars
Michael Calzadilla and Shahriar Zamani both completed graduate study at the ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp of Cambridge as Gates Cambridge Scholars. The two USF Judy Genshaft Honors College alumni are now hoping to encourage a new generation of ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapps to take advantage of prestigious scholarships.
April 9, 2025Alumni and Friends, Community

First-Year Honors Student Heather Stroup Finds Her Stride at USF
From joining the Herd of Thunder marching band to getting involved with the Women in Leadership and Philanthropy program, out-of-state, first-year ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp Heather Stroup has found her place at the ÅÝܽÊÓÆµapp. 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.
April 2, 2025Community