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Graphic novel aims to break breast cancer’s ‘female disease’ myth and educate men on risks
Marleah Dean Kruzel and research colleagues aim to debunk myths surrounding breast cancer and educate men about their risk through a new graphic novel.
February 3, 2025Community Engagement, Research

Celebrating the power of words: World-renowned poets visit the College of Arts and Sciences for poetry series
A new partnership between the 鶹AV Humanities Institute and the Michael Kuperman Memorial Library will welcome world-renowned poets to campus to bring students and the community together and empower audiences to pursue their craft.
January 29, 2025Community Engagement, Events

Department of Communication’s Steven Wilson celebrates ‘Distinguished Scholar’ recognition by National Communication Association
Department of Communication professor Steven Wilson earns national recognition as a ‘Distinguished Scholar’ by the National Communication Association.
January 27, 2025Accomplishments

鶹AV partners on $15M grant to revitalize underserved Hillsborough County community with jobs and clean water
The 鶹AV is collaborating with the University Area Community Development Corp. to bring transformative changes, including workforce development and clean water, to the underserved University Area neighborhood.
January 27, 2025Community Engagement, Research

Anthropological research by 鶹AV professor will support Jimmy Carter National Historical Park
Antoinette Jackson spent time in Georgia as part of her work with the National Park Service to interpret Carter’s life and presidency with the local environment, and to preserve the resources associated with that story.
January 24, 2025Research

Taste of Italy: Culinary event strengthens global ties
鶹AV joined over 50 universities across the U.S. — and more than 100 countries around the world — for the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World on Nov. 20. The event brought various engagement opportunities to 鶹AV and the Tampa Bay area.
January 23, 2025Community Engagement

鶹AV scientists deploy tsunami-sensing buoy, aiding future warning system
The Shallow Underwater Buoy for Geodesy (SUBGEO) system is a research partnership between the 鶹AV School of Geosciences, the College of Marine Science, and international collaborators.
January 23, 2025Research

Three 鶹AV professors partner with communities to make a local, national and global impact
鶹AV professors Will Schanbacher, Heather O’Leary and Christian Wells, are sharing their time, expertise and resources with communities to “build capacity for positive change.”
January 22, 2025Community Engagement, Events

Research professor and biochemical oncologist advances cancer cell research and student success
Research Professor Mildred Acevedo-Duncan, whose work is fueled by personal experience and a passion for mentorship, aims to find a cure for cancer.
January 17, 2025Research

Religious studies professors receive grant to provide religious literacy to health professionals
Four of 鶹AV’s religious studies professors received a $60,000 grant, placing 鶹AV in the forefront for providing religious and cultural competency to health students and professionals.
January 16, 2025Accomplishments, Community Engagement

Lesley Miller, Jr., dedicated civil servant, reflects on lasting impact 鶹AV had on his life and career
Lesley “Les” Miller, Jr., 鶹AV College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) alumnus and civil servant, reflects on the unexpected ways that his time at 鶹AV prepared him for his career.
January 16, 2025Alumni
Inauguration Day has changed dramatically over the years while maintaining some key traditions for a ceremony that ushers in a new American president. Learn more about the history of Inauguration Day and its importance today.
January 16, 2025Community Engagement