The Power of the Collective: 15 Years of Women in Leadership & Philanthropy at USF
In the 15 years since its founding, WLP has raised more than $6 million to assist students and faculty members. More than $1 million of that has been in scholarship support awarded to almost 1,000 students.
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In the Era of COVID-19, the Bulls Unite
While the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the 2019-20 academic year, with classes, work and even commencement moved online, the University of South Florida has risen to the occasion, powered by determination, community and philanthropy.
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WLP Members Create InvestInHER
Historically, Women in Leadership & Philanthropy scholars are accomplished, focused young women. They arrive at the University of South Florida with a plan. But even the most carefully laid plans can be upended by unexpected events — like the COVID-19 pandemic that began this spring. Out of adversity, the InvestInHER Student Support initiative was born.
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Bridging the Campuses Through Philanthropy
The gift to create the Lynn Pippenger Endowed Deanship not only fortifies the leadership in the college, it provides the resources needed to take academic programs, across multiple disciplines, to the next level.
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Three Scholarships, Boundless Opportunities
Although Frank Luscher had no affiliation with USF, he is a true friend of the university. Luscher's gift will leave a long-lasting legacy on student success, but more importantly, on the students he supported in achieving their academic dreams.
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Answering the Call
For WUSF, Cynthia Faulhaber’s commitment to keeping public radio freely accessible knows no bounds.
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A Beautiful Relationship for Brain Health Research
Recognizing the invaluable nature of USF research on healthy aging and prevention, Reliance Medical Centers recently gave $100,000 as the founding donors of the Optimal Aging and Brain Health Fund at USF College of Behavioral and Community Science.
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2020 Women in Leadership and Philanthropy Fall Symposium
The 2020 Women in Leadership & Philanthropy Fall Symposium premiered on Oct. 2. The virtual event was an ideal format to reflect on WLP’s 15th anniversary and the people and programs that make the organization an engine for change throughout the University of South Florida’s campuses and the Tampa Bay region.
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Bulls United for Students in Need
The COVID-19 pandemic may have been the impetus behind the USF United Support Fund, but the impact of the effort will be long term.
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For Love of the Profession
With their savings for their kids' college education virtually untouched, the Kundlas family have generously paid it forward for Morsani College of Medicine students to support the medical field.
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Rhea F. Law, USF President
The growth and success of Tampa Bay is intrinsically linked with the growth and success of USF. There is so much potential, and the future is very bright.
- There's perfect harmony in USF concert hall's new name
- A family toasts 20 years of transformation
- Joey and Jennifer Redner give $2.2M to support on-campus stadium, Brewing Arts program
- A grateful mom gives back after lifesaving care from USF Health, TGH
- Mosaic donates $100K to USF Feed-A-Bull
- Latino Scholarship Program gets boost from Krewe and dedicated volunteer
- From a dedicated benefactor, a final gift
- Gonzmart family gives $1 million to support USF’s on-campus stadium
- Gonzmart family gives $1 million to support USF’s on-campus stadium
- Horton Family Foundation gives $1 million to support USF’s on-campus stadium
- They give so others can succeed
Your Impact

USF is a member of the Association of American Universities, the most prestigious association in higher education.

U.S. News & World Report ranks USF #45 among public universities (2024).

You can find approximately 400,000 USF graduates worldwide.

USF is home to approximately 50,000 students from 146 countries!

U.S. News and World Report ranked USF Tampa as a Best College for Veterans (2023)

USF leads the nation as the top producer of faculty Fulbright Scholars! Way to go Bulls!

USF professors and students were awarded 314 patents over three years.

25% of USF students are first generation. Your support enables them to create a new cycle of education within their families.

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