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President Rhea Law looks at a photo with Sen. Darryl Rouson

ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ to advance its position as a leader in mental and behavioral health by creating a new research center named for Sen. Darryl Rouson

The Senator Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Research at ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ will conduct rigorous research to advance the scientific understanding of the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including improving treatment outcomes and reducing the societal impacts of substance abuse and mental health conditions.

June 25, 2025University News

Five faculty and students from ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and the words, Be Bold

ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ wins prestigious gold Telly Award for Be Bold campaign

The 30-second commercial – part of the university’s brand campaign that aired on television, streaming and digital platforms – showcases ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ students and faculty who represent the heart of ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ.

June 6, 2025University News

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How ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ hurricane experts are helping improve evacuation procedures across Tampa Bay

As hurricane season approaches, researchers at the ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ are turning to the public to help government agencies improve emergency communication and evacuation strategies. They want to know how residents heeded warnings ahead of hurricanes Helene and Milton.

May 19, 2025Research and Innovation

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Top stories of ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ's spring semester

As ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ shifts into summer, thousands of new graduates are entering the workforce prepared to meet industry demand and elevate the talent pipeline across Tampa Bay, the state and nation. Their final semester at ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ was packed with milestone moments: a record-setting donation, multiple national championships and top-tier rankings that affirm the value of a ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ degree.

May 12, 2025University News

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ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ strengthens research into potential military brain injury with new federal funding

Results from a key study led by the ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ about potential brain injuries in members of the military are driving significant new investment from the U.S. Department of Defense – reinforcing the vital role of academic research in solving some of the nation’s most critical challenges.

April 16, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ student poses with Rocky at the Florida Senate chamber

Students gain important experience, advocate for ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ during Day at the Capitol

With less than three weeks left in the legislative session, nearly 100 ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ students spent the day in Tallahassee meeting with lawmakers and learning the importance of civic engagement.

April 15, 2025University News

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ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ intramural teams take the field at new complex

The ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ has officially opened the Research Park Field Complex. Located on the southwest portion of the Tampa campus along Fowler Avenue, the complex includes four multipurpose fields and a walking trail.

February 24, 2025Campus Life

Christian Wells at community conversation event

ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ’s commitment to community drives new partnerships and innovation

From improving area neighborhoods, to advancing innovation and strengthening ties with government agencies, ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ is proving what’s possible when people of different disciplines unite. Learn more about what’s been accomplished since the formation of the Office of University Community Partnerships.

January 29, 2025Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Health, University News

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Top stories of 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ’s remarkable journey of triumphs – celebrating unprecedented achievements in academics, record-breaking research and exhilarating athletic seasons. The university continues to demonstrate the tremendous impact it has on our communities, forging new partnerships that define what it means to be a leading research university.

December 16, 2024University News

Neda Latifi and Russel Kramer in a research lab

ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ sets new record with $738 million in research funding

The milestone comes during ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.

December 10, 2024Research and Innovation

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ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and defense agencies headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base sign landmark agreement

The ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ has signed two of its largest defense contracts with U.S. Special Operations Command and U.S. Central Command, bringing together interdisciplinary faculty experts from across the university.

October 24, 2024Community Partnerships, Cyber/AI, Research and Innovation, University News

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How music can help boost cognition in cancer patients and COVID-19 survivors

ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ researchers are finding that music can help boost cognition in patients undergoing chemotherapy and improve respiration in adults who’ve suffered breathing difficulties following COVID-19.

October 2, 2024Research and Innovation

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