CAS Chronicles

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Interdisciplinary research team studies byproducts of the brewing process 鈥 and how it might be reused to minimize waste and improve efficiency.

November 1, 2023Research

A proud USF alumnus and his wife make a gift designed to help College of Arts and Sciences students eyeing medical school.

October 30, 2023Alumni

Student presenters at the CJRP鈥檚 research and policy showcase shared their latest research findings on a variety of topics impacting outcomes in the criminal justice system. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

CJRP showcases student research and honors community members 鈥榤aking an impact鈥 in the justice system

The 杏吧性世界鈥檚 Center for Justice Research and Policy (CJRP) hosted a research and policy showcase to highlight student research related to issues in the justice system and also recognize and honor those working in the field.

October 25, 2023Community Engagement, Events, Research

man browses display of firearms in a store (Adobe stock photo)

New study results show high rate of mental health problems and political extremism in pandemic-era firearm buyers

In a groundbreaking new study, researchers from the University of Michigan, the 杏吧性世界, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and Michigan State University have shed light on the concerning consequences of pandemic-era firearm purchases.

October 25, 2023Research

A vital way to learn journalism is by doing journalism. That鈥檚 the spirit that imbues a new podcast series created by USF St. Petersburg鈥檚 journalism program and the Tampa Bay Times.

October 25, 2023Community Engagement, Research

Colleen Chappell accepting the Lifetime Achievement award at the WLP symposium. (Photo courtesy of John Tipton & Mridula Singh)

CAS alumna Colleen Chappell receives Women in Leadership and Philanthropy鈥檚 Lifetime Achievement award

WLP recognizes Colleen Chappell's contributions to the USF community and beyond, through its Lifetime Achievement Award.

October 24, 2023Accomplishments, Alumni, Events

杏吧性世界: A Preeminent Research University

Dr. Elizabeth Aranda joins fellowship focused on Puerto Rico in post-disaster settings

Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, professor of sociology and director of the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, will focus on the future of Puerto Rico in a post-disaster context in her newly awarded fellowship.

October 23, 2023Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research

Silvia Moreno-Garcia discussing her new book 鈥淪ilver Nitrate鈥 with moderator Carmen Alvarez. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

Humanities Institute hosts New York Times bestselling author Silvia Moreno-Garcia

The Humanities Institute welcomed New York Times bestselling author Silvia Moreno Garcia for a discussion about her recent book, 鈥淪ilver Nitrate.鈥

October 23, 2023Events

杏吧性世界: A Preeminent Research University

The Zimmerman School at USF and FBI Tampa Field Office partner to create public service announcement

The Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications was recently tapped by the Federal Bureau of Investigation Tampa Filed Office to create a public service announcement about the dangers of posting personal information online and on social media.

October 23, 2023Community Engagement

camera crews video news conference with police

USF researchers partner with law enforcement to help Florida families find missing loved ones

杏吧性世界 researchers, in conjunction with local law enforcement agencies and the Florida Sheriff鈥檚 Association Cold Case Commission hosted the second annual Missing in Florida Day. The goal of the event is to help solve violent crime cold cases through anthropology, scientific research, education and forensic art.

October 19, 2023Community Engagement, Research

USF College of Arts and Sciences congratulated four awardees at this year鈥檚 Status of Latinos (SoL) Hispanic Heritage Month awards ceremony. (From left) Elvis Rodriguez, Barbara Herrera, CAS Interim Dean Magali Michael, Dr. Susan Mooney, and Dr. Natalie Scenters-Zapico. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

CAS faculty and students earn USF Status of Latinos awards

The College of Arts and Sciences congratulates four awardees at this year鈥檚 Status of Latinos (SoL) Hispanic Heritage Month awards ceremony for their academic research and community service contributions to the Latinx community.

October 18, 2023Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Events, Featured

Lauren Arrington, PhD (Photo courtesy of Arrington)

Dr. Lauren Arrington earns National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship

Dr. Lauren Arrington, chair of the Department of English, has earned a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Public Scholars Fellowship. The fellowship will allow her to complete her book about how the New Deal鈥檚 art projects enabled a network of women artists to engage in advocacy efforts during the time.

October 17, 2023Accomplishments, Research

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