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±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University

±«Óătv’s Student Green Energy Fund projects make a lasting impact on campus sustainability

Since its launch, the ±«Óătv program has powered more than 60 projects, from rooftop solar panels and EV charging stations to solar umbrellas with built-in USB ports – driving sustainability one innovation at a time.

April 3, 2025Campus Life, Student Success

±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University

From classroom to kickoff: How ±«Óătv’s partnership with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is boosting career readiness

Through a dynamic partnership between the ±«Óătv and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, students in ±«Óătv’s Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program gain hands-on experience with an NFL franchise. Opportunities include fellowships, mentorships, marketing presentations and networking events with industry executives.

March 31, 2025Community Partnerships, Student Success

±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University

How a simple chair in the 1980s led to ±«Óătv’s global leadership in AI

In the 1980s, a visionary professor of computer science and engineering at ±«Óătv joined forces with his ambitious doctoral student to explore artificial intelligence when the technology still in its infancy. Their work paved the way for the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.

March 27, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, Student Success

±«Óătv student shares her excitement over matching with her medical school

±«Óătv Health Morsani College of Medicine students celebrate ‘magical’ Match Day

Nearly 200 ±«Óătv students joined thousands of medical students across the country in simultaneously learning where they will spend the next chapter of their careers training in their chosen specialties. For these students, the moment marked the culmination of years of rigorous study, clinical training and a highly competitive application process.

March 24, 2025Student Success, ±«Óătv Health

Group poses infront of new ±«Óătv Bellini College backdrop

Historic $40M gift establishes Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing at ±«Óătv, solidifying Tampa Bay as “Cyber Bay”

The nation’s first named college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity will drive workforce development, national security and economic growth.

March 11, 2025Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, Student Success, ±«Óătv Foundation, University News

Julio Blanco

From first-generation student to future pediatrician, meet ±«Óătv’s Julio Blanco III

Julio Blanco is the first in his family to attend college. Joining ±«Óătv was a monumental feat given the adversity he faced growing up, which included periods of homelessness and his family facing financial hardship. But he never let that get in the way of achieving his dreams. 

March 7, 2025Student Success

±«Óătv wide receiver Sean Atkins

Patience pays off for ±«Óătv walk-on turned record-breaking wide receiver Sean Atkins

Sean Atkins didn’t receive much attention coming out of high school as a 5’10” wide receiver. He joined the Bulls football program as a walk-on, but he never stopped believing in himself. During this time, he balanced a full-time job to pay rent, his studies and early morning football practice, and he eventually earned a full athletics scholarship.

March 7, 2025Student Success, ±«Óătv Athletics

Libby Royer

What sparked ±«Óătv student Libby Royer’s passion for storm-proofing coastlines

±«Óătv doctoral student Libby Royer has taken an active role in future-proofing Tampa Bay. Her research revolves around the impacts of hurricanes on coastlines and how coastal communities can better prepare for future storms.

March 7, 2025Student Success

±«Óătv: A Preeminent Research University

Seeing beyond sight: A ±«Óătv blind student’s journey into broadcasting

A senior at ±«Óătv majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast program and production, Trent Ferguson has not allowed blindness to become an obstacle in pursuit of his dream of becoming a sports radio broadcaster.

February 17, 2025Student Success

Students standing with their poster boards

From classroom to discovery:Ì걫Óătv students make waves with transformative research

±«Óătv students showcased their research at one of the largest multidisciplinary research conferences in the country.

February 14, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, Student Success

Three ±«Óătv students study in the ±«Óătv Academic Success Center

±«Óătv Academic Success Center expansion boosts student achievement

A record number of students are benefiting from the ±«Óătv Academic Success Center. Much of that can be attributed to a new care management model that provides tailored support for not only academic mentoring and tutoring, but also non-academic issues students may face, especially those experiencing on-campus learning for the first time.

February 5, 2025Student Success

±«Óătv architecture student

How ±«Óătv architecture students and urban designers support Tampa Bay's growth

±«Óătv grads are at the forefront of some of the region’s largest projects, including airports, city centers and schools. Learn how ±«Óătv’s architecture program is helping ensure there will be enough talent to keep up with Tampa Bay’s growth.

January 29, 2025Community Partnerships, Student Success

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