/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usThu, 19 Sep 2024 17:37:59 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2024/usf-hot-band-performs-during-halftime-at-tampa-bay-buccaneers-season-opener.aspxMore than 340 students are members of USF’s Herd of Thunder, which is part of the School of Music. This is the marching band’s first performance at a Bucs game in several years.Sun, 08 Sep 2024 20:47:49 USF HOT Band performs during halftime at Tampa Bay Buccaneers season openerMore than 340 students are members of USF’s Herd of Thunder, which is part of the School of Music. This is the marching band’s first performance at a Bucs game in several years.HOT Band performs at the Bucs gam/news/2024/usf-hot-band-performs-during-halftime-at-tampa-bay-buccaneers-season-opener.aspxCommunity PartnershipsCollege of The Arts,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2024/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat.aspxThe collaboration led to the creation of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook, which includes 18 actionable steps to address the rising temperatures across Tampa and better protect its most vulnerable communities from the effects of extreme heat.Fri, 12 Jul 2024 13:47:55 USF architecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heatThe collaboration led to the creation of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook, which includes 18 actionable steps to address the rising temperatures across Tampa and better protect its most vulnerable communities from the effects of extreme heat.USF architecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heat/news/2024/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat/usf-architecture-and-water-researchers-partner-with-city-of-tampa-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-extreme-heat.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,College of The Arts,MyUSF/news/2023/top-stories-of-2023.aspxFrom being invited to join the prestigious Association of American Universities to breaking fundraising records and even a faculty member making it into the Guinness Book of World Records, this has been a momentous year for USF.Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Top stories of 2023From being invited to join the prestigious Association of American Universities to breaking fundraising records and even a faculty member making it into the Guinness Book of World Records, this has been a momentous year for USF.Graphic that says, "a momentous year. 2023, a limitless future"/news/2023/top-stories-of-2023.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Governors,Board of Trustees,College of Arts and Sciences,College of Engineering,College of Marine Science,College of Nursing,College of Public Health,College of The Arts,MyUSF,President Rhea Law,Stadium,Student Success,Tina Meketa,USF Athleticshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/usf-contemporary-art-museum-inaugural-generator-exhibition-to-open.aspxAs part of its ongoing expansion of arts programming across Tampa Bay, the USF College of The Arts’ Contemporary Art Museum is presenting the inaugural GENERATOR exhibition on the St. Petersburg campus. GENERATOR is an expansion of USFCAM, which seeks to be an incubator of new ideas and a place for expanded artistic experimentation.External ArticleWed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 USF Contemporary Art Museum’s inaugural GENERATOR exhibition opens on the St. Petersburg campusAs part of its ongoing expansion of arts programming across Tampa Bay, the USF College of The Arts’ Contemporary Art Museum is presenting the inaugural GENERATOR exhibition on the St. Petersburg campus. GENERATOR is an expansion of USFCAM, which seeks to be an incubator of new ideas and a place for expanded artistic experimentation.Group stands in front of glowing art in a museumhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/usf-contemporary-art-museum-inaugural-generator-exhibition-to-open.aspxCampus LifeCollege of The Arts,Contemporary Art Museum,USF St. Petersburg/news/2023/dance-professor-unites-communities-of-all-languages-and-abilities.aspxWhen Andrew Carroll is not teaching ballet at USF, he's using dance as a language in his PSA videos or as an exercise for people with Parkinson's disease.Tue, 25 Apr 2023 11:19:32 Dance professor unites communities of all languages and abilitiesWhen Andrew Carroll is not teaching ballet at USF, he's using dance as a language in his PSA videos or as an exercise for people with Parkinson's disease.Dance professor unites communities of all languages and abilities/news/2023/dance-professor-unites-communities-of-all-languages-and-abilities.aspxCommunity PartnershipsBoundless Bulls,College of The Arts,School of Theatre & Dance,Torie Doll/news/2023/usf-ipad-band-launches-international-tour.aspxThe 51����’s iPad band, Touch, is taking its interactive musical show on the road as part of the “Turn the Quiet Down” tour. Audience participation is a key part of the band’s concerts, creating a lively experience where everyone is on their feet.Thu, 30 Mar 2023 08:00:00 USF iPad band launches international tourThe 51����’s iPad band, Touch, is taking its interactive musical show on the road as part of the “Turn the Quiet Down” tour. Audience participation is a key part of the band’s concerts, creating a lively experience where everyone is on their feet.A group photo of the six members of the USF iPad band, Touch, holding up their iPads to display digital instruments./news/2023/usf-ipad-band-launches-international-tour.aspxStudent Success,University NewsCollege of The Arts,MyUSF,School of Music,Torie Doll,iPad Bandhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/alumna-named-president-of-florida-association-of-architects.aspxBeverly Frank has designed structures on all three of USF’s campuses. She is now the first Asian American woman and USF graduate to be named president of the 51���� Association of the American Institute of Architects.External ArticleThu, 09 Mar 2023 10:39:45 USF alumna behind iconic campus designsBeverly Frank has designed structures on all three of USF’s campuses. She is now the first Asian American woman and USF graduate to be named president of the 51���� Association of the American Institute of Architects.USF alumna behind iconic campus designshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/alumna-named-president-of-florida-association-of-architects.aspxCampus Life,Student SuccessAlumni,Boundless Bulls,College of The Arts,School of Architecture and Community Design,St. Petersburghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/alumna-named-president-of-florida-association-of-architects.aspxGrowing up in St. Petersburg, Beverly Frank was more concerned with helping support her family than dreaming about what her own future might hold. She got a full-time job in a Chinese restaurant at age 12, and later went on to work in the insurance industry.External ArticleThu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:00 USF alumna Beverly Frank named president of the 51���� Association of the American Institute of ArchitectsGrowing up in St. Petersburg, Beverly Frank was more concerned with helping support her family than dreaming about what her own future might hold. She got a full-time job in a Chinese restaurant at age 12, and later went on to work in the insurance industry.Portrait of Beverly Frank, alumna from the School of Architecture and Community Designhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/alumna-named-president-of-florida-association-of-architects.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of The Arts,MyUSF,School of Architecture and Community Design/news/2023/usf-dance-professor-puts-a-spotlight-on-societal-issues-through-choreography.aspxJeanne Travers fell in love with USF’s university community for all its possibilities to work as a professional performer while also teaching a new generation of artists.Thu, 02 Mar 2023 13:08:59 USF dance professor puts a spotlight on societal issues through choreographyJeanne Travers fell in love with USF’s university community for all its possibilities to work as a professional performer while also teaching a new generation of artists.USF dance professor puts a spotlight on societal issues through choreography/news/2023/usf-dance-professor-puts-a-spotlight-on-societal-issues-through-choreography.aspxCommunity PartnershipsBoundless Bulls,College of The Arts,School of Theatre & Dance,Torie Doll/news/2023/usf-school-of-music-offers-free-classes-to-the-community.aspxThe USF School of Music has launched two, 10-week courses for free as a part of its USF Community Music Project. Open to nearly all ages and levels, this semester’s courses are Shades of Broadway and Beatmakers Club.Tue, 21 Feb 2023 09:00:00 USF School of Music offers free classes to the communityThe USF School of Music has launched two, 10-week courses for free as a part of its USF Community Music Project. Open to nearly all ages and levels, this semester’s courses are Shades of Broadway and Beatmakers Club.A woman sitting at a piano with her hands stretched out towards the 6 students gathered at the piano with music sheets, ready to sing./news/2023/usf-school-of-music-offers-free-classes-to-the-community.aspxUniversity NewsBlack Heritage Month,College of The Arts,MyUSF,School of Music,Torie Doll/news/2023/usf-associate-professor-embraces-ai-to-create-art.aspxFrom drawing to sculpting, to photography, video, animation and 3D printing, McArthur Freeman’s artwork explores the Black diaspora. His diverse methods inspire students to pursue careers in the fine arts and entertainment fields.Fri, 17 Feb 2023 13:53:59 USF associate professor embraces AI to create art that explores alternate realitiesFrom drawing to sculpting, to photography, video, animation and 3D printing, McArthur Freeman’s artwork explores the Black diaspora. His diverse methods inspire students to pursue careers in the fine arts and entertainment fields.USF associate professor embraces AI to create art that explores alternate realities/news/2023/usf-associate-professor-embraces-ai-to-create-art.aspxCommunity PartnershipsBoundless Bulls,College of The Arts,Sandra C. Roa,School of Art & Art History/news/2023/usf-college-of-the-arts-inspires-local-k-12-students-through-new-outreach-program.aspxThe 51���� College of The Arts is piloting an outreach program to bring interactive music, theater and dance performances to students in Hillsborough County Public Schools – a reflection of USF’s commitment to community engagement.Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 USF College of The Arts inspires local K-12 students through new outreach programThe 51���� College of The Arts is piloting an outreach program to bring interactive music, theater and dance performances to students in Hillsborough County Public Schools – a reflection of USF’s commitment to community engagement.Kenrick on stage with a microphone. The screen behind him says, rap-along chart, and has pictures on it. The audience is packed with students raising their hands./news/2023/usf-college-of-the-arts-inspires-local-k-12-students-through-new-outreach-program.aspxCommunity Partnerships,University NewsCollege of The Arts,MyUSF,School of Music,School of Theatre & Dance,Torie Doll,iPad Band/news/2023/usf-student-illustrates-childrens-book-for-nasa.aspxAndrea Coloma has interned with NASA five times, working on a variety of 2D and 3D illustration and animation projects. Her fifth internship concluded with the creation of an educational children's book about the Artemis I mission.Fri, 13 Jan 2023 08:00:00 USF student illustrates children’s book for NASAAndrea Coloma has interned with NASA five times, working on a variety of 2D and 3D illustration and animation projects. Her fifth internship concluded with the creation of an educational children's book about the Artemis I mission.Andrea Coloma stands in front of a future Orion capsule under construction./news/2023/usf-student-illustrates-childrens-book-for-nasa.aspxStudent Success,University NewsCollege of The Arts,MyUSF,Torie Doll,USF St. Petersburg/news/2022/all-usf-college-of-the-arts-performances-to-be-offered-for-free.aspxEffective immediately, USF’s College of The Arts will now offer tickets to all of its events free of charge. In addition, the college will begin to schedule some weekday matinees to provide options for individuals who may not be able to attend evening or weekend performances.Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:00:00 All USF College of The Arts performances to be offered for freeEffective immediately, USF’s College of The Arts will now offer tickets to all of its events free of charge. In addition, the college will begin to schedule some weekday matinees to provide options for individuals who may not be able to attend evening or weekend performances.A group of dancers wearing plaid toss a dancer into the air/news/2022/all-usf-college-of-the-arts-performances-to-be-offered-for-free.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of The Arts,MyUSF/news/2022/usf-offers-first-look-at-new-creative-space-with-contemporary-art-museum-expansion-into-st-petersburg.aspxBuild-out underway for a new gallery in the Warehouse Arts District.Mon, 21 Feb 2022 00:00:00 USF offers first look at new creative space with Contemporary Art Museum expansion into St. PetersburgBuild-out underway for a new gallery in the Warehouse Arts District.51����: A Preeminent Research University/news/2022/usf-offers-first-look-at-new-creative-space-with-contemporary-art-museum-expansion-into-st-petersburg.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of The Arts,Contemporary Art Museumhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2021/arts-programming-expands-at-usf-st-petersburg-campus.aspxSeveral courses focused on the arts industry and architecture will be offered for the first time on USF’s St. Petersburg campus starting this fall semester.External ArticleMon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Arts programming expands at USF’s St. Petersburg campusSeveral courses focused on the arts industry and architecture will be offered for the first time on USF’s St. Petersburg campus starting this fall semester.Small classroom with architecture tableshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2021/arts-programming-expands-at-usf-st-petersburg-campus.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of The Arts,USF St. Petersburg campus/news/2020/keeping-the-performing-arts-performing-during-pandemic.aspxAs theaters and performance halls remain shuttered due to COVID-19, a 51���� dance professor is exploring new ways to connect the public to the art of movement.Rocky D. BullTue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Keeping the performing arts performing during a pandemicAs theaters and performance halls remain shuttered due to COVID-19, a 51���� dance professor is exploring new ways to connect the public to the art of movement.Dancers performing “Reverberation: NightLite” in St. Petersburg, 51����. Photo Credit, Charlotte Suarez/news/2020/keeping-the-performing-arts-performing-during-pandemic.aspxUniversity NewsCOVID-19,College of The Arts,Coronavirus,DanceUSF,School of Theatre & Dance/news/2020/new-digitally-produced-sculpture-celebrates-african-american-history-in-tampa-bay.aspxIn the garden of Tampa’s C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library sits a life-size bronze sculpture designed to celebrate the community that surrounds it and inspire those who come across it.Rocky D. BullWed, 16 Sep 2020 00:00:00 New digitally produced sculpture celebrates African American history in Tampa BayIn the garden of Tampa’s C. Blythe Andrews, Jr. Public Library sits a life-size bronze sculpture designed to celebrate the community that surrounds it and inspire those who come across it.A sculpture featuring two African American children engrossed in a book at Tampa's C. Blythe Andrews Jr. Public Library/news/2020/new-digitally-produced-sculpture-celebrates-african-american-history-in-tampa-bay.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of The Arts,School of Art & Art History/news/2020/usf-appoints-new-dean-for-college-of-the-arts.aspxThe 51���� today announced Chris Garvin as the new dean for the College of The Arts, which consists of the Schools of Architecture & Community Design, Art & Art History, Music, and Theater and Dance.Rocky D. BullFri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 USF appoints new dean for College of The ArtsThe 51���� today announced Chris Garvin as the new dean for the College of The Arts, which consists of the Schools of Architecture & Community Design, Art & Art History, Music, and Theater and Dance.Chris Garvin /news/2020/usf-appoints-new-dean-for-college-of-the-arts.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of The Arts/news/2020/covid-19-into-lesson-plans.aspxUSF faculty members are finding palpable teaching opportunities to engage students while social distancing. Many have added the coronavirus to their syllabus, using real-life examples and online tools to meet educational requirements.Rocky D. BullMon, 27 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Various disciplines incorporating COVID-19 into lesson plansUSF faculty members are finding palpable teaching opportunities to engage students while social distancing. Many have added the coronavirus to their syllabus, using real-life examples and online tools to meet educational requirements.Screen shot of a video conference class with pubilc health students./news/2020/covid-19-into-lesson-plans.aspxCOVID-19,University NewsCollege of Public Health,College of The Arts,Coronavirus,Sandra C. Roa,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications/news/2020/usf-photography-workshop-giving-valuable-exposure-to-local-veteran.aspxWhen Michael Congdon medically retired from the U.S. Army, a future in photography was not something he had in mind. But, thanks to an out-of-the-box suggestion from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and support from USF staff and faculty, the former soldier found a passion for the artform and is already earning national exposure for his work.Rocky D. BullTue, 21 Apr 2020 00:00:00 USF photography workshop giving valuable exposure to local veteranWhen Michael Congdon medically retired from the U.S. Army, a future in photography was not something he had in mind. But, thanks to an out-of-the-box suggestion from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and support from USF staff and faculty, the former soldier found a passion for the artform and is already earning national exposure for his work.Michael Congdon on a shoot for USF Athletics/news/2020/usf-photography-workshop-giving-valuable-exposure-to-local-veteran.aspxUniversity NewsBreaking Barriers,College of The Arts,Contemporary Art Museum,School of Art & Art History/news/2020/art-exhibit-reimagined-for-social-distancing.aspxMaster of Fine Art students worked closely with USF’s Contemporary Art Museum (CAM) staff to reimagine their thesis exhibition, “Battin’ a Hundred,” into an online experience of their final projects. Opening night was held virtually through a video conferencing call, with about 170 alumni, students, family and faculty attendees.Rocky D. BullWed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 USF art exhibit is reimagined for social distancingMaster of Fine Art students worked closely with USF’s Contemporary Art Museum (CAM) staff to reimagine their thesis exhibition, “Battin’ a Hundred,” into an online experience of their final projects. Opening night was held virtually through a video conferencing call, with about 170 alumni, students, family and faculty attendees.Art Exhibit at the USF Contemporary Art Museum/news/2020/art-exhibit-reimagined-for-social-distancing.aspxCOVID-19,University NewsCollege of The Arts,Contemporary Art Museum,Coronavirus,Sandra C. Roa/news/2019/usf-college-of-the-arts-aims-to-develop-new-degree-in-animation.aspxThe 51����'s College of The Arts prepares to open its second state-of-the-art animation studio, as the development of a new degree track is underway.Rocky D. BullMon, 04 Nov 2019 11:00:00 USF College of The Arts Aims to Develop New Degree in AnimationThe 51����'s College of The Arts prepares to open its second state-of-the-art animation studio, as the development of a new degree track is underway.Student works on ipad during animation class/news/2019/usf-college-of-the-arts-aims-to-develop-new-degree-in-animation.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of The Arts/news/2019/genshafts-friend-quentin.aspxAcclaimed actor and singer, Quentin Earl Darrington, delivered a memorable performance to celebrate his long-standing friendship with USF President Judy Genshaft.Rocky D. BullWed, 26 Jun 2019 00:00:00 Lead Performer at Recent USF Celebration has Deep-rooted Connection with System President Judy GenshaftAcclaimed actor and singer, Quentin Earl Darrington, delivered a memorable performance to celebrate his long-standing friendship with USF President Judy Genshaft.Quentin Darrington with USF President Judy Genshaft celebrate during a gala held on June 1/news/2019/genshafts-friend-quentin.aspxHonors and AwardsCollege of The Arts,Sandra C. Roa,School of Theatre & Dance/news/2018/veteran-homelessness-shrink-help-usf-architecture-students.aspxIt may be tiny, but plans to build a 470-square-foot home will change the life of a Tampa Bay veteran — a demographic plagued by homelessness.Rocky D. BullMon, 12 Nov 2018 00:00:00 Veteran Homelessness to Shrink with Help from USF Architecture StudentsIt may be tiny, but plans to build a 470-square-foot home will change the life of a Tampa Bay veteran — a demographic plagued by homelessness.USF School of Architecture and Community Design student, Yesenia Vega, addresses the crowd at the Tiny Home Project groundbreaking ceremony held in St. Petersburg, FL./news/2018/veteran-homelessness-shrink-help-usf-architecture-students.aspxCollege of The Arts/news/2018/alumna-named-2018-grammy-music-educator-year.aspxMelissa Salguero, B.S. '09, says her time at USF helped shape her into the leader she is today.Aaron HilfWed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 USF Alumna Named 2018 GRAMMY Music Educator of the YearMelissa Salguero, B.S. '09, says her time at USF helped shape her into the leader she is today.As an undergrad, Salguero was the drum major of USF's Herd of Thunder Marching Band. Credit: Melissa Salguero /news/2018/alumna-named-2018-grammy-music-educator-year.aspxHonors and AwardsAlumni,College of The Arts/news/2018/distinguished-professor-nominated-four-grammy-awards.aspxThe Distinguished Professor of Jazz Studies, and his band, the Jazz Surge, received four Grammy nominations for their 2017 album, Whispers on the Wind.Rocky D. BullThu, 25 Jan 2018 00:00:00 USF Distinguished Professor Nominated for Four Grammy AwardsThe Distinguished Professor of Jazz Studies, and his band, the Jazz Surge, received four Grammy nominations for their 2017 album, Whispers on the Wind.USF Distinguished Professor Chuck Owens leading USF's Jazz Ensemble/news/2018/distinguished-professor-nominated-four-grammy-awards.aspxCollege of The Arts