USF Judy Genshaft Honors College

09/02/2026

A record-breaking class of National Merit Scholars deserves a sweet welcome. 🍦🤘

This fall, USF welcomed a record 83 National Merit Finalists — a 38% increase over last year! National Merit Finalists are among the highest-achieving high school students in the country, recognized for their exceptional academic performance and potential.

To celebrate, the Judy Genshaft Honors College welcomed new and returning National Merit Scholars to our annual NMS Ice Cream Social, giving students a chance to kick off the semester, mingle with fellow scholars, and connect with the Honors community.

Here’s to a sweet semester ahead! 💚💛

09/01/2026

Honored to host the latest Debate-A-Bull conversation at the Judy Genshaft Honors College!

08/31/2026

Starting college with a passion for sports, DJ Bernadotte didn’t expect that passion to lead him to a career in downtown development.

Through living in the Honors LLC, interning with USF Athletics, serving as an intramural sports referee at USF Recreation & Wellness, and other experiences across the sports industry, DJ discovered an interest in the communities and downtown districts surrounding sports. Internships with the Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority and St. Petersburg Downtown Partnership helped him build the experience that led to his current role as a downtown development coordinator with the St. Petersburg Downtown Partnership, where he works to support Tampa Bay’s continued growth.

Read how DJ’s USF experience helped him turn an interest in sports into a career shaping the future of Tampa Bay. 🌴🏙️

08/30/2026

Give back to USF — mentor the next generation of Bulls! 🤘

Alumni and industry professionals can make a lasting impact by mentoring current Honors students as they prepare for their careers. Through the Judy Genshaft Honors College Mentorship Program, mentors from a wide range of fields are paired with students for a semester of meaningful conversations, professional perspectives, career guidance, and support.

Ready to become a mentor? Learn more and submit your interest on the Honors website.

08/29/2026

One week down. A whole year of possibilities ahead. 🤘

First-year Tampa Honors Bulls, your Honors Convocation Ceremony is coming up! Join us Friday, Sept. 4, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Zimmerman Family Foundation Atrium for the Tampa campus ceremony celebrating the start of your Honors journey.

Hear from USF President Moez Limayem, Provost Prasant Mohapatra, President Emerita Judy Genshaft, Steven Greenbaum, Honors alum Amber Pirson, and Tampa JGHC Student Council President Ava Tucker as we officially welcome you to the Honors community.

And don’t forget to pick up your 2026 Honors T-shirt on your way out! 👕

08/29/2026

Take your college experience further with the USF Judy Genshaft Honors College! 👀

Explore challenging academics, a close-knit community and opportunities designed to help you make the most of your time at .

🔗 Now accepting Honors applications — apply today: https://usouthflorida.com/4qIEuRa

08/28/2026

Our St. Pete Honors students know how to make some noise! 📣

The first-year Honors students processed alongside Honors faculty and staff from Snell House to the University Student Center. At the ceremony, students heard from university leaders, St. Petersburg Student Council President Izabella Prange, and special guest Maya Burke, Assistant Director of the Tampa Bay Estuary Program.

Tampa students, join us for your Honors Convocation on Friday, Sept. 4!

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

Some Honors highlights before you scroll …

08/26/2026

Back-to-school plans piling up 📈 Swipe for tips and tricks to organize, balance, and get creative with your fall semester!