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Leading beyond the script
From Grand Rounds to a Grand Legacy
A $5 million gift from Suzi Martin and Dr. Toby Tyson honors the legacy of Dr. Benjamin Martin while advancing the future of ophthalmology at USF Health. The transformational investment establishes the Tyson-Martin Eye Institute, creates endowed faculty and training programs, and supports the department’s highest priorities. By investing in education, research, clinical excellence and allied health training, the Tyson-Martin family aims to help USF develop the next generation of ophthalmology leaders and elevate its vision health program among the nation’s best.
Florida Surplus Lines Service Office Invests $1 Million to Advance USF Risk Management and Insurance Program
The University of South Florida today announced a $1 million gift from Florida Surplus Lines Service Office (FSLSO) to benefit The Baldwin Group School of Risk Management and Insurance (The Baldwin Group School). The funding will establish the Florida Surplus Lines Insurance Directorship within the USF Muma College of Business and strengthen the school’s educational opportunities, positioning it as a leading program in the field.
USF Announces $1.5 Million Gift from ReliaQuest to Advance AI and Cybersecurity Education
The University of South Florida has received a $1.5 million gift from ReliaQuest to strengthen artificial intelligence and cybersecurity education within the Bellini College. The investment will fund the college’s first endowed professorship, expand the hands-on ReliaQuest Labs program, and introduce a new software engineering track focused on AI-driven technologies like prompt engineering. The partnership aims to attract top faculty, enhance experiential learning, and prepare students for evolving workforce demands in cybersecurity and AI.
USF Foundation Board welcomes new members
The USF Foundation Board of Directors recently welcomed three dynamic new members to advance its mission of inspiring philanthropy and stewarding resources that support USF’s pursuit of excellence.
USF Unveils Ruben Ledesma, Jr. Motorsport Center
The University of South Florida marked the unveiling of the Ruben Ledesma, Jr. Motorsport Center, the newly renovated headquarters for Bulls Racing, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 30.