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‘The perfect storm:’ Idalia leaves Florida beaches vulnerable to future inclement weather
С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ geoscientist uncovers desperate need for beach nourishment following Hurricane Idalia.
September 13, 2023Research and Innovation
For the fifth year, a job-shadowing program is offering first-year students a head start in exploring their interests and career path by giving them a sneak peek into the day-to-day activities of the professional world.
September 13, 2023Student Success
The С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ sailing team competes nationally, benefitting from year-round training at the St. Petersburg campus located on Tampa Bay. The team consists of a women's varsity team and a coed sailing club with students from all three С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ campuses.
September 13, 2023Campus Life

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ helping the U.S. Department of Defense strengthen its communication, leadership skills
The series of trainings is the first order to be placed by USCENTCOM under the С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ Institute of Applied Engineering’s five-year, $10 million blanket purchase agreement. С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ researchers have been working with military officers and civil service personnel, helping improve operations and coordination in nearly every branch of the military.
September 11, 2023Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

Florida Board of Governors approves С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµâ€™s plan for a new on-campus stadium
The Florida Board of Governors voted in favor of the financing plan for the С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµâ€™s new on-campus stadium, signaling state-level support for the transformational facility scheduled to open in fall 2026.
September 8, 2023Campus Life, С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ Athletics, University News

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ and Rapid7 to launch cyber training initiative through $1.5 million federal grant
The Rapid7 Cyber Threat Intelligence Lab at С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ has secured its largest federal investment since its launch earlier this year. The Office of Naval Research and the National Science Foundation awarded С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ and Rapid7, a leader in cloud risk and threat detection, a $1.5 million grant to conduct research into effective ways for training cyber operators.
September 8, 2023Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation
The $25 million investment will name the С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ Athletics District and the Tampa General Hospital Center for Athletic Excellence, which will feature key space for clinical behavioral health services.
September 7, 2023С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ Athletics, С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ Foundation, University News

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ linguistics expert pivots course in response to his new study on artificial intelligence chatbots
After examining the ability of linguistic experts to differentiate AI from human-generated writing, Matthew Kessler is integrating more hands-on projects in his classroom.
September 7, 2023Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ and FAU researchers release statewide public opinion survey results on key health policy issues
Findings show misinformation regarding COVID-19 vaccines continues, Floridians are divided on benefits of artificial intelligence and support for legalizing marijuana.
September 6, 2023Research and Innovation
An innovative planner-in-residence class that developed a neighborhood master plan for the St. Petersburg Innovation District has received an outstanding student project award from the Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association.
September 6, 2023Honors and Awards, Student Success

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµâ€™s Exploratory Curriculum program helps put undecided students on a path to success
Students enrolled in the Exploratory Curriculum program can choose from one of five pathways and are able to register for classes outside of their pathway or even select an unrelated major.
September 6, 2023Student Success

С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ expands student access to economic resources through new partnership
According to the College Board, Florida is the most affordable state in the nation for in-state students to earn a bachelor’s degree. In order to help make it even more affordable, С»ÆÑ¼ÊÓÆµ has added a new resource that connects students and families with a wide variety of financial resources and benefits.
September 5, 2023Student Success