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USF professor known for cracking cases to use $1M grant to solve missing persons cases in another state
TAMPA, Fla. - USF Professor Erin Kimmerle uses bones to solve the mysteries of people who went missing years ago. In many cases, families were left with holes in their hearts. "What would I do if it was my child that was missing all these years and time doesn’t change that if someone you love has disappeared," said Kimmerle, who over more than a decade has put her forensic anthropology team from USF on the national map for solving many cases.
Jackson in Action 83 Foundation Hosting Free Wellness Workshop for Middle Schoolers
Approximately 1 in 5 teens experience a mental health disorder each year, with anxiety and depression being the most common. With this knowledge in hand, the Jackson in Action 83 Foundation has thoughtfully created Mind Masters. This program connects some great professionals with students to provide them with the necessary tools to navigate the emotions and challenges they may encounter.
USF becomes one of four universities with new AI voice course aimed at detecting certain health conditions
TAMPA, Fla. - The University of South Florida is now one of four universities offering a course that uses artificial intelligence and a person's voice to identify certain health conditions. The new AI voice summer course is part of a broader program called Bridge2AI using the technology to study health...
USF moving toward pre-approval on all campus activities
TAMPA, Fla. — The University of South Florida is considering changes to on campus activities. This comes after a group held a pro-Palestine protest on campus earlier this year. That demonstration was broken up by law enforcement and several people were arrested. What You Need To Know. USF is...
USF proposes changes to policies for on-campus events, protests
TAMPA, Fla. - Months after pro-Palestinian protests turned violent and ended with arrests, new changes could be on the way at USF when it comes to campus events. People have until August 11 to give feedback on the new policy, which was recently posted to their website. Some notable changes...
‘I need to update my resume’: Reaction pours in after vote to block millage referendum
The battle over education dollars took an unexpected turn, with one of the state's largest school districts planning to pursue legal action after the Hillsborough County commission blocked a millage rate increase referendum from going on this year's ballot.
Area Students Earn Dean’s List Honors at University of Tampa
(July 17, 2024) — The University of Tampa has honored 2,221 students who were named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.75 or higher to be eligible for the Dean’s List. Among those honored were:. Quinlan Brohel of...
Roberto Alonso joins the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards
Roberto Alonso was elected to the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards. Alonso, of Miami Lakes, became secretary and treasurer of the organization, which chose him in June during its meeting in Tampa. Locally, Alonso represents District 4 of the Miami Dade County Public Schools Board. The GFCSB develops a...
How Tampa Bay Students Master Time Management For Academic Success
Time management is a critical skill for academic success, particularly in the bustling environment of Tampa Bay. Students in this vibrant area face unique challenges that test their ability to juggle coursework, extracurricular activities, part-time jobs, and social engagements. Effectively managing time is not just
Backpack Hero registration ongoing to secure new school supplies in trying times
Savanna Thompson knows what it’s like to dread the first day of school because the backpack she was set to carry was not brand-spanking new. That makes it even more fulfilling that in her role today, as emergency services director for the Emergency Care Help Organization (ECHO) in Riverview and Brandon, Thompson can do something to prevent other kids from a similar fate.
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