USF and Truist Foundation to launch smart manufacturing certificate program in East Tampa
The University of South Florida (USF) and Truist Foundation are addressing the talent and workforce needs of the manufacturing industry through an onsite certificate program in East Tampa. To facilitate this multiyear effort that will benefit local residents and small to large manufacturers, Truist Foundation has awarded the University of South Florida Foundation a $684,000 grant, the foundation’s largest gift to the USF Foundation to date.
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A life of acclaim and pain; a legacy of lasting generosity
While the late Nestor Castillo didn’t have any help to get through college, he wanted to do something to make it easier for students to pursue their dreams. His gift of $3.7 million, made through his trust, will establish scholarships in perpetuity for students like him so they won’t have to shoulder the financial debt he faced.
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Endowed scholarship from USF Sarasota-Manatee regional chancellor gives students the world
As regional chancellor of the University of South Florida’s Sarasota-Manatee campus, Karen Holbrook wants to make sure every student has the opportunity to study abroad. To that end, Holbrook and her husband, Jim, recently gave $25,000 to establish the Karen and James Holbrook Study Abroad Scholarship.
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MD Class of 2016 renames scholarship in memory of William Pearce
When William Pearce, MD '16, died in February, his USF Health Morsani College of Medicine classmates rallied to ensure his legacy as a physician, classmate and friend would continue to inspire. In May, they renamed the Class of 2016 scholarship in his honor.
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University of South Florida alumnus gives $10M to name the Nault Center for Entrepreneurship
This generous gift benefits the nationally ranked, campus-wide, interdisciplinary center in USF's Muma College of Business. The gift will bolster the center's efforts to spur innovation and shape tomorrow's business leaders.
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Connecting with the LGBTQ+ Community: USF Alumna Gives Two Impactful Gifts
Connecting is what Jamie Jenkins is all about, and not simply in her vast professional services network around the globe. The 1998 graduate of the USF Muma College of Business strives to do the same with causes close to her heart — and close to her home.
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A Celebration of Student Success
Co-sponsored by Michelle Turman, MA ’00, and Nicole Stokes Zolkos, ’03, both donors to the college and members of the Dean’s Advisory Council, the Student Success Celebration was a chance for faculty, staff and donors to hear directly from students how their generosity supported scholarship, international travel and research experiences.
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Together, two mothers and daughters make college dreams come true
The path to achieving a dream comes strewn with obstacles, and family can be a powerful source of inspiration, guidance and support. In a salute to Mother’s Day, here are two stories of mothers and daughters who provided that for one another. They also found extended family within the university community through the Black Leadership Network and Latino Scholarship Program, which offer mentorship, networking and workshops, along with financial assistance.
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Students Benefit from the Leung Family Scholarship
The summer before Crystal Vazquez started at USF, she had to spend most of the money she’d saved for tuition on a new transmission for her car. She considered pausing her education, but her parents encouraged her to sign up for classes and have faith that the finances would work out. The Leung Family Scholarship was exactly what she needed.
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Record number of donors support University of South Florida during Giving Week
From April 10–14, alumni and friends came together to champion a wide variety of programs, from student scholarships to community health care initiatives. Of the 7,064 Giving Week donors, 1,152 gave to the university for the first time. In total, the USF Foundation received more than $6.6 million during Giving Week.
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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.
- Nine Siblings, Eight Bulls, One Dream
- USF receives $25M gift from Tampa General Hospital to support USF Athletics District
- High Risk Hope
- From tragedy to legacy
- USF Foundation Board of Directors welcomes new leaders and 4 new members
- The late Julian Newman leaves a legacy for USF scholars of today and tomorrow
- University of South Florida sets new records for total donors and funds committed in a single year
- A Lasting Gift for a Late Professor Who Touched the Lives of So Many
- Love Found at USF
- Aripoli Scholars Luncheon serves a hearty helping of family values
- USF and Truist Foundation to launch smart manufacturing certificate program in East Tampa
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You can find approximately 400,000 USF graduates worldwide.

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

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

USF ranks in the top 50 of all public institutions according to Forbes’ America’s Top Colleges (2022).

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

AffordableColleges.com ranks USF third among the 50 Most Affordable In-State Public Universities (2020).

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

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

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