Students

Man of Steel
Fascinated by steel structures, Muhammad Naeem builds bridges for competition.
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Language-Learning Strategist
Rocky Tyler plans to use his Jacob K. Javits Fellowship to conduct research he hopes will benefit language learners everywhere.
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If the Boot Fits....
Normally one to wear riding boots, Meredith Bounds' first industrial engineering internship had her in the steel-toed variety.
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The Sky's His Limit
Finance major Ryan Spellins' dream job is literally, "up in the air," but his head is definitely not in the clouds.
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Global Exchange
A Chinese engineer creates a new life for herself in the United States and new career goals through USF’s School of Accountancy.
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The American Dream
A soon-to-be citizen, Carmen Koly is committed to helping immigrants transition to American life.
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Charging the Goal
Zak Boggs is the first USF student-athlete to earn the Big East’s highest academic honor.
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Choreographer of Change
A dancer at heart, Alicia Sparks is preparing to become a choreographer of social change.
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A Decision to Make a Difference
Recipient of a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship, Jhanille Brooks is driven to make a difference in her native country of Jamaica by increasing the awareness of mental health issues.
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Carnegie Hall Encore
When international pianist Dharshini Tambiah takes the stage at Carnegie Hall this Saturday, it will be her second appearance at the legendary hall as a USF student.
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All That Jazz
A gifted flutist, saxophonist and bassist with two solo albums to his name, Jose Valentino Ruiz prepares to graduate, grateful for his years at USF.
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Lights, Camera....
At 21, Sarah Wilson is already an accomplished producer of award-winning films. She has earned Campus MovieFest's Regional "Best Picture" honor two years in row paving the way for national screening of her work.
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All That Glitters
Doctoral student Ryan Michael has been conducting research on the effects of mercury contamination on humans and the environment -- a significant issue in his home country of Guyana.
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"Citizen of the World"
Biomedical sciences major Michael Manasterski considers himself a "citizen of the world community" with a responsibility to serve the needy in other countries.
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Finding Her Voice
One of the first residents of the Bulls Business Community, Toni Russell is taking advantage of opportunities at USF that are enabling her to make some significant discoveries about herself and her future.
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"Leaders Do the Right Thing"
As president of Student Government, the largest student organization on campus, Greg Morgan considers himself a public servant who is charged with making a positive difference in the lives of USF students.
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Optimizing Opportunity
Undergraduate biology major Jordan Markel is laying the foundation for his future career as a physician through research, international learning experiences and campus activism.
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A Multidisciplinary Point of View
Doctoral student Emma Farrell divides her time between biology and chemistry labs conducting multidisciplinary research through the Florida Center of Excellence-Biomolecular Identification and Targeted Therapeutics.
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A Civically Engaged Scholar
Senior Sriram Madhusoodanan reflects on the numerous opportunities he has taken advantage of during his years at USF -- opportunities that have inspired a personal ethos by which he wants to live his life.
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A Desire to Transform Lives
Tunisia Riley believes that pursuing a graduate degree in women's studies will prepare her for a career in which she can initiate social change and make a difference in people's lives.
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