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Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø scientists

One participant in the first 2016 deployment was CAS alum Jacob Richardson, now the deputy lunar science lead on the Artemis II lunar science team. His group has spent more than a year preparing observation strategies, including potential views of unexplored regions on the moon’s far side.

April 13, 2026Research & Innovation

Chemistry professor receives highest professional distinction accorded to medical, biological engineers

The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) inducted Distinguished University Professor Bill Baker of the Department of Chemistry to its College of Fellows during a formal ceremony held in Arlington, Va. on April 13.

April 13, 2026Honors & Awards

New DeBartolo chair will advance medieval Spanish research and Florida history

The College of Arts and Sciences named David Arbesú the 2026-2028 Edward DeBartolo Endowed Chair, recognizing the tenured professor of medieval and golden age Spanish for his active scholarship and engaged teaching.

April 6, 2026Honors & Awards

Preserving a century: ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø partnership brings Tampa Theatre history to centennial exhibition

In collaboration with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Libraries and the Tampa Theatre, the Institute for Digital Exploration has completed the 3D digitization of the theater’s surviving original furniture and decorative pieces. These newly captured digital assets will be on display at a special exhibition at the Tampa Bay History Center celebrating the theater’s 100th anniversary.

April 6, 2026Community Engagement, Research & Innovation

CAS awards record-breaking $1 million in scholarships

The College of Arts and Sciences awarded a record-breaking $1 million in scholarships to students during the 2024-25 academic year. For many, these funds can provide the boost they need to finish their degree and pursue their goals.

April 6, 2026Students

Two ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø students named 2026 Goldwater Scholars

Diya Upadhyaya of the College of Arts and Sciences has been awarded the nation’s highest honor for undergraduate STEM research, the Goldwater Scholarship. Continuing its remarkable research growth, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has now produced at least one Goldwater Scholar every year since 2018.

April 6, 2026Honors & Awards, Students

CAS makes clean sweep at 2026 Outstanding Young Alumni Awards

All six of this year’s Outstanding Young Alumni award recipients hold a degree from the College of Arts and Sciences, showcasing the college’s ability to produce innovative and creative alumni who achieve career success under the age of 36. The awards ceremony will take place in the Sam and Martha Gibbons Alumni Center on April 9.

April 3, 2026Alumni, Honors & Awards

Five ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty named 2025 fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science

Charles Stanish is among five ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø faculty members elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.

March 31, 2026Research & Innovation

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø named top producer of Gilman Scholars

The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø was recognized as one of the top 25 producers of Gilman Scholars in the United States, highlighting the university’s commitment to access, experiential learning and global opportunities for students.

March 31, 2026Alumni, Honors & Awards, Students

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø awarded Meta research funding to advance motor learning through muscle-based human–computer interfaces

The award supports a new interdisciplinary research effort led by Kyle Reed, professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, in collaboration with Michael Morris, a philosopher of technology and associate professor in the Department of Philosophy.

March 27, 2026Research & Innovation

An expansive clinical trial led by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.

March 25, 2026Research & Innovation

In 2018, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø St. Petersburg historian J. Michael Francis discovered the first celebration of St. Patrick took place not in New York City or Boston or even Ireland but in St. Augustine, Fla. Now, that discovery has led to a new museum exhibition that highlights the Irish diaspora in east Florida.

March 25, 2026Research & Innovation