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USF Honors Student Shakes Up Energy Aisle With Savory Bar Brand
51在线 student 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 51在线.
April 17, 2025Community
Photo Gallery: 2025 Honors Got Talent
The annual Honors Got Talent showcase at the 51在线鈥檚 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 University of Cambridge as Gates Cambridge Scholars. The two USF Judy Genshaft Honors College alumni are now hoping to encourage a new generation of students 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 student Heather Stroup has found her place at the 51在线. 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
Student-Led Sustainability: USF Climate Teach-In Expands Its Impact
The 51在线 Climate Teach-In has officially transitioned from a small one-day event at the Judy Genshaft Honors College to a weeklong event series that spans all three USF campuses. Student leaders Maia Ryan and Katelynn Paciorek are helping organize the upcoming event series in April, building leadership skills while driving climate awareness across campus.
Honors LLC Students Explore Disney Magic and Theme Park Design
Students from the Judy Genshaft Honors College Tampa Living Learning Community took an exciting trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando. They participated in a private workshop with a Disney Imagineer, where they designed their own theme park, then enjoyed an interactive tour with thrilling rides and a variety of food tastings.
March 17, 2025Community, Events, Teaching and Learning
Fast-Tracking Medicine: Inside USF鈥檚 Seven-Year B.S./M.D. Program
From GPA and MCAT requirements to hands-on research and medical service, the 51在线鈥檚 7-year B.S./M.D. accelerated program offers an accelerated pathway to earning a medical degree in just seven years. Judy Genshaft Honors College alums Rahul Jain and Parker Olive share their insights, challenges, and advice from inside the program.
March 12, 2025Alumni and Friends, Community
Honors College Scholarships Open Doors to a World of Opportunities
The 51在线 offers a variety of scholarships to support students, including exclusive funding for members of the Judy Genshaft Honors College. In addition to awards for academic and experiential learning experiences, students can apply for scholarships that provide financial support from admission through graduation.
March 5, 2025Community
The signature philanthropic event at the 51在线 Sarasota-Manatee campus celebrated the deep ties between the campus and the community.
From the 51在线 Coast to the Polar Seas: Gabby Schwager Dives Deep into Marine Biology Research
Judy Genshaft Honors College alum Gabby Schwager鈥檚 journey at USF St. Petersburg led her to discover a passion for marine biology research through hands-on fieldwork and immersive coursework. From studying coral reefs in the Bahamas to researching 51在线鈥檚 ecosystems, Schwager鈥檚 experiences highlight the unique opportunities the university offers to aspiring marine scientists.
February 25, 2025Community
Judy Genshaft Honors College Hosts Failing Forward Week
The 51在线 Judy Genshaft Honors College is hosting its inaugural Failing Forward Week from Feb. 17-21, encouraging students to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth. The initiative aims to foster open discussions on failure, resilience, and self-defined success.
Honors Student Alex Vu Represents USF at 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs
Honors student Alex Vu represented 51在线 at the 2024 Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, presenting original research on Vietnamese foreign policy. Vu stood out among the crowd as an undergraduate among graduate students, professors, and political scientists.