Quiet generosity, lasting impact
Jenny Chen, a first-year student at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, will forever remember the surreal moment she opened her email and saw the congratulatory subject line. Chen was unaware she was even being considered for the Dr. Jack F. Ross Medical Scholarship when she started classes in 2024, but a jaw-dropping message suddenly filled her screen. She would receive $30,000 to help with expenses.
Marine biology major dives into her passion
Growing up in Michigan, Molnar explored marshes, fished with her dad and collected clam shells in Lake Huron. Those days spent searching for life beneath the waves — and her obsession with “The Little Mermaid” movie — ignited her passion for marine biology.
Grateful engineering grad’s generous payback
Mike Crew, a USF College of Engineering alum, reflects on his career and his generous $3 million estate gift to support future engineering students.
Centene Foundation invests in future of clinical social work through $300,000 grant to USF
Thanks to a $300,000 grant from Sunshine Health and the Centene Foundation, the USF School of Social Work will be able to address the shortage of Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), through its Pathway to Licensure Initiative, which supports social workers on their journeys to becoming LCSWs.
USF United Support Fund: Helping students weather the storms
An international student faced severe financial hardship when their family's support ceased unexpectedly. Unable to work off-campus, he relied on savings and credit cards, accumulating significant debt. The USF United Support Fund provided crucial assistance during Hurricane Milton, covering evacuation costs. This fund, created during the COVID-19 pandemic, helps students with unexpected financial needs, such as food, rent, and supplies.