/business/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usTue, 21 Apr 2026 04:13:40 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/business/news/2026/04-20-chatbot-empathy-can-worsen-customer-reactions-usf-study.aspxThe findings suggest that customers hold different expectations for humans and artificial intelligence, particularly around emotional awareness. Making chatbots more humanlike is not always the right strategy.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 20 Apr 2026 00:23:54 糖心Vlog study reveals chatbots with empathy can worsen customer reactionsThe findings suggest that customers hold different expectations for humans and artificial intelligence, particularly around emotional awareness. Making chatbots more humanlike is not always the right strategy.chatbot empathy/business/news/2026/04-20-chatbot-empathy-can-worsen-customer-reactions-usf-study.aspxBusiness News,Research and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Information Systemshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-graduate-helps-brew-first-university-branded-beer.aspxWhat began as visits to local breweries eventually led Brian Brown to help create the first 糖心Vlog-branded beer.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 15:43:38 糖心Vlog graduate helps brew first university-branded beer - 糖心Vlog St. PetersburgWhat began as visits to local breweries eventually led Brian Brown to help create the first 糖心Vlog-branded beer.Brian Brownhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-graduate-helps-brew-first-university-branded-beer.aspxSpotlightsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/04-13-usf-finance-talent-pathway-students-take-trip-to-new-york-financial-exchanges.aspxThe immersive trip 鈥� a culmination of their first year in the Finance Talent Pathway program 鈥� took them to some of the storied sites and historical pillars of the global financial markets.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 13 Apr 2026 15:13:59 糖心Vlog finance students take immersive trip to New York鈥檚 financial exchangesThe immersive trip 鈥� a culmination of their first year in the Finance Talent Pathway program 鈥� took them to some of the storied sites and historical pillars of the global financial markets.nasdaq visit/business/news/2026/04-13-usf-finance-talent-pathway-students-take-trip-to-new-york-financial-exchanges.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2026/04-13-usf-hosts-real-estate-leadership-summit.aspxThe one-day forum is designed to address the complex realities shaping today鈥檚 real estate market by bringing together senior developers, lenders and executives from across the Tampa Bay region.Sofia Garcia VargasMon, 13 Apr 2026 13:46:28 糖心Vlog Muma College of Business hosts inaugural Real Estate Leadership SummitThe one-day forum is designed to address the complex realities shaping today鈥檚 real estate market by bringing together senior developers, lenders and executives from across the Tampa Bay region.tampa skyline/business/news/2026/04-13-usf-hosts-real-estate-leadership-summit.aspxBusiness News,EventsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Real Estate/world/news/2026/international-business-forum-2026.aspxThe Tampa Bay region鈥檚 emergence as one of the nation鈥檚 fastest鈥憆ising destinations for international business and foreign direct investment was on full display at the 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Third Annual International Business Forum.External ArticleThu, 09 Apr 2026 15:50:15 Global engagement takes center stage at 糖心Vlog International Business Forum - 糖心Vlog WorldThe Tampa Bay region鈥檚 emergence as one of the nation鈥檚 fastest鈥憆ising destinations for international business and foreign direct investment was on full display at the 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Third Annual International Business Forum.international business forum/world/news/2026/international-business-forum-2026.aspxBusiness News,Events/business/news/2026/04-06-finance-professor-xi-liu-receives-usf-muma-distinguished-phd-alumni-award.aspxLiu's research in financial economics has shaped how scholars and practitioners understand analyst expertise, information transmission, and capital market outcomes.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 09 Apr 2026 15:00:28 Finance professor Xi Liu receives 糖心Vlog Muma College of Business Distinguished PhD Alumni AwardLiu's research in financial economics has shaped how scholars and practitioners understand analyst expertise, information transmission, and capital market outcomes.xi liu/business/news/2026/04-06-finance-professor-xi-liu-receives-usf-muma-distinguished-phd-alumni-award.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,School of Information Systems,School of Marketing and Innovation/business/news/2026/04-08-deans-advisory-board-leadership-award.aspxThe award recognizes outstanding scholars and leaders in the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance. The 2026 recipients are Jo茫o Vitor Dalla Zen and Sebastian Castro.Sofia Garcia VargasWed, 08 Apr 2026 15:39:03 Finance students receive 2026 Dean鈥檚 Advisory Board Leadership AwardThe award recognizes outstanding scholars and leaders in the Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance. The 2026 recipients are Jo茫o Vitor Dalla Zen and Sebastian Castro.dean's advisory board leadership award/business/news/2026/04-08-deans-advisory-board-leadership-award.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/business/news/2026/04-02-25under25-honorees-announced-usf-muma-college-of-business.aspxThis year's class is made up of first-generation college students, dual-degree seekers with perfect 4.0 GPAs, multilingual immigrants with a heart for community service, and founders on their way to becoming tomorrow鈥檚 CEOs.Elizabeth L. BrownThu, 02 Apr 2026 09:42:07 糖心Vlog Muma College of Business announces 25 Under 25 Award honoreesThis year's class is made up of first-generation college students, dual-degree seekers with perfect 4.0 GPAs, multilingual immigrants with a heart for community service, and founders on their way to becoming tomorrow鈥檚 CEOs.25 under 25 honorees/business/news/2026/04-02-25under25-honorees-announced-usf-muma-college-of-business.aspxBusiness News,Honors and AwardsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy,School of Hospitality and Sport Management,School of Information Systems,School of Management,School of Marketing and Innovation,School of Risk Management and Insurance/business/news/2026/04-02-adrea-wilson-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing her MBA in finance while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and building on a career focused on strengthening trust, reducing risk and creating lasting value.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Adrea Wilson named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing her MBA in finance while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and building on a career focused on strengthening trust, reducing risk and creating lasting value.Adrea Wilson/business/news/2026/04-02-adrea-wilson-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-alora-rankin-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing dual degrees in entrepreneurship and artificial intelligence and business analytics, with a minor in leadership, while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and applying her skills beyond the classroom.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Alora Rankin named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing dual degrees in entrepreneurship and artificial intelligence and business analytics, with a minor in leadership, while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and applying her skills beyond the classroom.Alora Rankin/business/news/2026/04-02-alora-rankin-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-austin-jones-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHe is pursuing a management degree with a concentration in human resources while maintaining a 3.98 GPA and building on a strong foundation of academic excellence and service.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Austin Jones named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeHe is pursuing a management degree with a concentration in human resources while maintaining a 3.98 GPA and building on a strong foundation of academic excellence and service.Austin Jones/business/news/2026/04-02-austin-jones-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-christian-schmidt-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHe is pursuing a degree in business analytics and information systems with a concentration in cybersecurity. As vice president of recruitment for Sigma Phi Epsilon, he has helped grow membership and support philanthropic efforts.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Christian Schmidt named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeHe is pursuing a degree in business analytics and information systems with a concentration in cybersecurity. As vice president of recruitment for Sigma Phi Epsilon, he has helped grow membership and support philanthropic efforts.Christian Schmidt/business/news/2026/04-02-christian-schmidt-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-danh-nguyen-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHe is pursuing dual degrees in supply chain management and econometrics and quantitative economics while earning competitive scholarships and using education as a tool for impact.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Danh Nguyen named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeHe is pursuing dual degrees in supply chain management and econometrics and quantitative economics while earning competitive scholarships and using education as a tool for impact.Danh Nguyen/business/news/2026/04-02-danh-nguyen-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-eddie-schmid-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHe is pursuing dual degrees in the Vinik Sport and Entertainment Management program while serving as a scouting and recruiting assistant for 糖心Vlog Football and a teaching assistant at the Muma College of Business.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Eddie Schmid named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeHe is pursuing dual degrees in the Vinik Sport and Entertainment Management program while serving as a scouting and recruiting assistant for 糖心Vlog Football and a teaching assistant at the Muma College of Business.Eddie Schmid/business/news/2026/04-02-eddie-schmid-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-elena-mere-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is studying business analytics and information systems at 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg and focusing her work on strengthening support for the veteran community.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Elena Mere named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is studying business analytics and information systems at 糖心Vlog St. Petersburg and focusing her work on strengthening support for the veteran community.Elena Mere/business/news/2026/04-02-elena-mere-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-elena-spall-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs vice president of the Association for Information Systems, she has helped expand engagement through professional and technical programming while also tutoring students in analytics and technical subjects.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Elena Spall named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs vice president of the Association for Information Systems, she has helped expand engagement through professional and technical programming while also tutoring students in analytics and technical subjects.Elena Spall/business/news/2026/04-02-elena-spall-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-humberto-campos-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs former president of the Association of Latino Professionals for America, he grew membership from 150 to 500 students, secured $10,000 for a national convention and expanded opportunities for underrepresented students.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Humberto Campos named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs former president of the Association of Latino Professionals for America, he grew membership from 150 to 500 students, secured $10,000 for a national convention and expanded opportunities for underrepresented students.Humberto Campos/business/news/2026/04-02-humberto-campos-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-isabela-gilberti-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing a degree in finance while maintaining a 4.0 GPA, earning Dean鈥檚 List honors every semester and bringing creativity and analytical thinking to every opportunity.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Isabela Gilberti named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing a degree in finance while maintaining a 4.0 GPA, earning Dean鈥檚 List honors every semester and bringing creativity and analytical thinking to every opportunity.Isabela Gilberti/business/news/2026/04-02-isabela-gilberti-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-jack-shepherd-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAt 糖心Vlog, he has invested more than 1,000 hours in the Investment Club, leading teams and mentoring peers while helping strengthen the student finance community.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Jack Shepherd named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAt 糖心Vlog, he has invested more than 1,000 hours in the Investment Club, leading teams and mentoring peers while helping strengthen the student finance community.Jack Shepherd/business/news/2026/04-02-jack-shepherd-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-jim-phan-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxThrough internships with Bain & Company and EyeSouth Partners, he has gained experience in consulting and finance, and this summer he will join Nomura in New York as a global markets summer analyst.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Jim Phan named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeThrough internships with Bain & Company and EyeSouth Partners, he has gained experience in consulting and finance, and this summer he will join Nomura in New York as a global markets summer analyst.Jim Phan/business/news/2026/04-02-jim-phan-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-joao-dapper-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHe is pursuing degrees in supply chain management and econometrics and quantitative economics while building a strong record of leadership, operational excellence and student impact.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Jo茫o Dapper named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeHe is pursuing degrees in supply chain management and econometrics and quantitative economics while building a strong record of leadership, operational excellence and student impact.Jo茫o Dapper/business/news/2026/04-02-joao-dapper-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-joao-vitor-dalla-zen-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs president of the Investment Club, he leads one of the largest student-run organizations on campus, serving more than 2,800 members and helping connect students to competitive finance careers.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Jo茫o Vitor Dalla Zen named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs president of the Investment Club, he leads one of the largest student-run organizations on campus, serving more than 2,800 members and helping connect students to competitive finance careers.Jo茫o Vitor Dalla Zen/business/news/2026/04-02-joao-vitor-dalla-zen-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-john-byrne-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs vice president of academics for Sigma Phi Epsilon and executive director of philanthropy, he helped strengthen academic performance and relaunch a philanthropic initiative that raised $7,500 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 John Byrne named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs vice president of academics for Sigma Phi Epsilon and executive director of philanthropy, he helped strengthen academic performance and relaunch a philanthropic initiative that raised $7,500 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.John Byrne/business/news/2026/04-02-john-byrne-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-kailee-edwards-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing a degree in marketing while maintaining a 3.97 GPA and balancing academics with leadership, work and service. As executive vice president of the American Marketing Association, she helps lead a top-ranked chapter.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Kailee Edwards named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing a degree in marketing while maintaining a 3.97 GPA and balancing academics with leadership, work and service. As executive vice president of the American Marketing Association, she helps lead a top-ranked chapter.Kailee Edwards/business/news/2026/04-02-kailee-edwards-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-kaitlyn-christiano-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing her MBA after earning her finance degree at age 20. She also volunteers with Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay, helping middle school students build financial literacy skills.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Kaitlyn Christiano named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing her MBA after earning her finance degree at age 20. She also volunteers with Junior Achievement of Tampa Bay, helping middle school students build financial literacy skills.Kaitlyn Christiano/business/news/2026/04-02-kaitlyn-christiano-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-kiley-barton-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxThrough internships with One Heart Worldwide and the Tampa Bay Clean Cities and Communities coalition, she has contributed to communications and outreach efforts that connect marketing strategy with community impact.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Kiley Barton named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeThrough internships with One Heart Worldwide and the Tampa Bay Clean Cities and Communities coalition, she has contributed to communications and outreach efforts that connect marketing strategy with community impact.Kiley Barton/business/news/2026/04-02-kiley-barton-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-lauren-goncalves-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing a degree in business advertising while using design and strategy to create work that connects with people and serves a real purpose.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Lauren Gon莽alves named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing a degree in business advertising while using design and strategy to create work that connects with people and serves a real purpose.Lauren Gon莽alves/business/news/2026/04-02-lauren-goncalves-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-leo-mcclellan-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs an intern at the Bank of New York, he automated file transformation processes that saved an estimated 27 hours of manual work each month and contributed to workflow improvements that strengthened efficiency and user experience.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Leo McClellan named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs an intern at the Bank of New York, he automated file transformation processes that saved an estimated 27 hours of manual work each month and contributed to workflow improvements that strengthened efficiency and user experience.Leo McClellan/business/news/2026/04-02-leo-mcclellan-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-maria-ortiz-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs vice president of Women in Business, she launched the Women in Leadership Cohort to help prepare and mentor future women leaders.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Maria Ortiz named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs vice president of Women in Business, she launched the Women in Leadership Cohort to help prepare and mentor future women leaders.Maria Ortiz/business/news/2026/04-02-maria-ortiz-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-marina-richter-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing dual degrees in finance and econometrics and quantitative economics while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and turning opportunity into impact for others.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Marina Richter named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing dual degrees in finance and econometrics and quantitative economics while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and turning opportunity into impact for others.Marina Richter/business/news/2026/04-02-marina-richter-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-matthew-major-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHe is pursuing a degree in management with a concentration in human resources management and is on track to complete his bachelor鈥檚 degree in just two years.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Matthew Major named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeHe is pursuing a degree in management with a concentration in human resources management and is on track to complete his bachelor鈥檚 degree in just two years.Matthew Major/business/news/2026/04-02-matthew-major-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-nathan-wilkie-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxAs a paralegal specialist in the Florida Army National Guard, he supports military attorneys and disaster response efforts, and this summer he will continue building experience in public service through an internship with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Nathan Wilkie named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeAs a paralegal specialist in the Florida Army National Guard, he supports military attorneys and disaster response efforts, and this summer he will continue building experience in public service through an internship with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.Nathan Wilkie/business/news/2026/04-02-nathan-wilkie-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-02-riley-england-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxShe is pursuing a degree in artificial intelligence and business analytics as part of the program鈥檚 first graduating class, and exploring how emerging technologies can create real-world impact.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:41:21 Riley England named Muma 25 Under 25 Award honoreeShe is pursuing a degree in artificial intelligence and business analytics as part of the program鈥檚 first graduating class, and exploring how emerging technologies can create real-world impact.Riley England/business/news/2026/04-02-riley-england-named-muma-25under25-award-honoree.aspxHonors and Awards/business/news/2026/04-01-digital-business-awards-usf-muma.aspxThe awards recognize leaders who are shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the 糖心Vlog's commitment to bridging academia and industry.Sofia Garcia VargasWed, 01 Apr 2026 14:35:17 Muma College of Business launches inaugural Digital Business Awards, celebrating innovation and leadershipThe awards recognize leaders who are shaping the future of digital business while reinforcing the 糖心Vlog's commitment to bridging academia and industry.usf digital business awards/business/news/2026/04-01-digital-business-awards-usf-muma.aspxBusiness News,Events,Honors and AwardsSchool of Information Systems/business/news/2026/04-02-mike-harting.aspxThe founder of 3 Daughters Brewing gave 糖心Vlog students an insider's look at entrepreneurship, his journey from high-stakes risk to lasting success, and a surprising perspective on failure.Alexis Yahre WalshWed, 01 Apr 2026 13:40:37 Brewery founder taps into success at 糖心Vlog talkThe founder of 3 Daughters Brewing gave 糖心Vlog students an insider's look at entrepreneurship, his journey from high-stakes risk to lasting success, and a surprising perspective on failure.Mike Harting speaks/business/news/2026/04-02-mike-harting.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,EventsSchool of Management/business/news/2026/04-01-entrepalooza-2026.aspxStudents across Hillsborough County took innovation to the next level at Entrepalooza 2026, turning ideas into real-world business pitches and products.Alexis Yahre WalshWed, 01 Apr 2026 10:49:10 Young entrepreneurs bring big ideas to 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Entrepalooza 2026Students across Hillsborough County took innovation to the next level at Entrepalooza 2026, turning ideas into real-world business pitches and products.Entrepalooza trade show/business/news/2026/04-01-entrepalooza-2026.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,Events,Research and InnovationSchool of Managementhttps://worldatwork.org/publications/workspan-daily/door-a-why-now-is-the-right-time-to-build-talentNew skills and competencies seem to be cropping up every day, and your organization needs to tap into them to remain competitive. Is a 鈥渂uilding talent鈥� approach 鈥� as opposed to 鈥渂uying鈥� 鈥� sustainable for your business today? A new 糖心Vlog study examines the factors.External ArticleTue, 31 Mar 2026 15:33:45 Door A: Why now is the right time to BUILD talent - World at WorkNew skills and competencies seem to be cropping up every day, and your organization needs to tap into them to remain competitive. Is a 鈥渂uilding talent鈥� approach 鈥� as opposed to 鈥渂uying鈥� 鈥� sustainable for your business today? A new 糖心Vlog study examines the factors.build or buy studyhttps://worldatwork.org/publications/workspan-daily/door-a-why-now-is-the-right-time-to-build-talentEntrepreneurship,Research and InnovationSchool of Managementhttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4131679/the-algorithm-cant-say-welcome-why-hospitality-still-needs-a-human-faceIndustry research shows 70% of hotels report guests still prefer human interaction for check-in and complex requests, despite AI efficiency gains.External ArticleMon, 30 Mar 2026 14:46:03 The algorithm can't say welcome: Why hospitality still needs a human face - HospitalitynetIndustry research shows 70% of hotels report guests still prefer human interaction for check-in and complex requests, despite AI efficiency gains.hospitalityhttps://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4131679/the-algorithm-cant-say-welcome-why-hospitality-still-needs-a-human-faceResearch and InnovationArtificial Intelligence,School of Hospitality and Sport Management/business/news/2026/03-30-jet-tila-brings-humor-humility-hospitality-usf.aspxKnown for his Thai-Asian fusion cuisine, the 51-year-old celebrity chef doled out career advice and dropped industry truths during an hour-long fireside chat at the Muma College of Business.Elizabeth L. BrownMon, 30 Mar 2026 14:22:37 Food Network chef Jet Tila brings humor, humility and hospitality to 糖心VlogKnown for his Thai-Asian fusion cuisine, the 51-year-old celebrity chef doled out career advice and dropped industry truths during an hour-long fireside chat at the Muma College of Business.jet tila visits usf/business/news/2026/03-30-jet-tila-brings-humor-humility-hospitality-usf.aspxBusiness News,EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.tampabay.com/news/education/2026/03/27/hillsboroughs-future-entrepreneurs-bring-big-ideas-student-expo/From health apps to recycling tools, students pitched startup concepts at 糖心Vlog.External ArticleFri, 27 Mar 2026 23:42:07 Hillsborough鈥檚 future entrepreneurs bring big ideas to student expoFrom health apps to recycling tools, students pitched startup concepts at 糖心Vlog.people standing in the front of a screenhttps://www.tampabay.com/news/education/2026/03/27/hillsboroughs-future-entrepreneurs-bring-big-ideas-student-expo/Entrepreneurship/business/news/2026/03-26-mateo-spotlight.aspxAt Muma, he found more than just coursework; he found an environment designed to mirror the expectations of the professional world.Sofia Garcia VargasThu, 26 Mar 2026 11:47:27 How Mateo Racini Serje turned data into opportunity at Goldman SachsAt Muma, he found more than just coursework; he found an environment designed to mirror the expectations of the professional world.Mateo Racini Serje/business/news/2026/03-26-mateo-spotlight.aspxBusiness News,SpotlightsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Financehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/love-story-legacyIn December, the couple donated $1.75 million to establish the Hafer THRIVE Entrepreneurship Program. The estate gift includes a $1 million endowed fund to provide seed funding, coaching and educational resources for students pursuing innovative business ventures.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 10:11:40 The Hafers鈥� commitment to community and connection - 糖心Vlog FoundationIn December, the couple donated $1.75 million to establish the Hafer THRIVE Entrepreneurship Program. The estate gift includes a $1 million endowed fund to provide seed funding, coaching and educational resources for students pursuing innovative business ventures.andy and eileen haferhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/love-story-legacyBusiness News,EntrepreneurshipSchool of Management/business/news/2026/3-10-26-paradise-golf-expo.aspx糖心Vlog students explored careers in the golf and sports business industry during a networking expo that brought recruiters and industry leaders to campus.Alexis Yahre WalshWed, 11 Mar 2026 14:09:36 Golf industry pros tee up career opportunities for 糖心Vlog students糖心Vlog students explored careers in the golf and sports business industry during a networking expo that brought recruiters and industry leaders to campus.A student uses the golf game/business/news/2026/3-10-26-paradise-golf-expo.aspxBusiness News,Entrepreneurship,EventsBellini Center for Talent Development,School of Managementhttps://crowsneststpete.com/2026/03/11/usf-bot-to-terminate-four-degree-programs-and-add-two/The BOT committee presented the Muma College of Business鈥檚 proposal for a bachelor鈥檚 degree in fintech, or financial technology, to be implemented this fall. The master鈥檚 fintech program was introduced in fall 2025.External ArticleWed, 11 Mar 2026 00:11:48 糖心Vlog BOT to add two degree programs, including a bachelor's in fintech - The Crow's NestThe BOT committee presented the Muma College of Business鈥檚 proposal for a bachelor鈥檚 degree in fintech, or financial technology, to be implemented this fall. The master鈥檚 fintech program was introduced in fall 2025.糖心Vloghttps://crowsneststpete.com/2026/03/11/usf-bot-to-terminate-four-degree-programs-and-add-two/Research and InnovationFintech,Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-future-of-food-think-tank-one-year-in-growing-a-movement-and-converting-projects-into-impact.aspxSowing Strategic Stories is a new pilot project with Tingting Zhang and the Novel Approaches to Agriculture working group. The initiative pairs 糖心Vlog master鈥檚 business students with local farms and food system providers.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 11:48:38 糖心Vlog Future of Food Think Tank: One year in鈥攇rowing a movement and converting projects into impact - 糖心Vlog ResearchSowing Strategic Stories is a new pilot project with Tingting Zhang and the Novel Approaches to Agriculture working group. The initiative pairs 糖心Vlog master鈥檚 business students with local farms and food system providers.food think tank work group/research-innovation/news/2026/usf-future-of-food-think-tank-one-year-in-growing-a-movement-and-converting-projects-into-impact.aspxResearch and InnovationSchool of Hospitality and Sport Management/news/2026/inside-soflo-rodeo-the-student-section-fueling-usf-mens-basketballs-american-conference-championship-season.aspx#Meet the students powering the energy inside the Yuengling Center as the Bulls head to the American Conference Championship as the No. 1 seed.External ArticleMon, 09 Mar 2026 10:47:10 Inside SoFlo Rodeo: The student section fueling 糖心Vlog men鈥檚 basketball鈥檚 American Conference championship season - 糖心Vlog NewsMeet the students powering the energy inside the Yuengling Center as the Bulls head to the American Conference Championship as the No. 1 seed.student section soflo rodeo/news/2026/inside-soflo-rodeo-the-student-section-fueling-usf-mens-basketballs-american-conference-championship-season.aspx#EventsSchool of Hospitality and Sport Managementhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2026/03/09/major-usf-donor-and-finance-trailblazer-has-died.htmlLynn Pippenger, 87, served as CFO of Raymond James Financial before retiring in 2012. She gave a $10 million gift in 2015 for the naming of the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy and $5 million for the naming of the Lynn Pippenger Hall at the university鈥檚 St. Petersburg campus.External ArticleMon, 09 Mar 2026 10:28:12 Lynn Pippenger, former Raymond James CFO and major 糖心Vlog donor, has died - TBBJLynn Pippenger, 87, served as CFO of Raymond James Financial before retiring in 2012. She gave a $10 million gift in 2015 for the naming of the Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancy and $5 million for the naming of the Lynn Pippenger Hall at the university鈥檚 St. Petersburg campus.lynn pippengerhttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2026/03/09/major-usf-donor-and-finance-trailblazer-has-died.htmlEntrepreneurshipKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancyhttps://www.patientpower.info/care-partners/how-to-qualify-for-caregiver-tax-creditLuke Richardson, associate professor of instruction in accounting, shares tips on eligibility rules, required documentation, and tips to maximize benefits under the caregiver tax credit.External ArticleMon, 09 Mar 2026 10:05:49 Your guide to qualifying for a caregiver tax credit - Patient PowerLuke Richardson, associate professor of instruction in accounting, shares tips on eligibility rules, required documentation, and tips to maximize benefits under the caregiver tax credit.caregiverhttps://www.patientpower.info/care-partners/how-to-qualify-for-caregiver-tax-creditResearch and InnovationLynn Pippenger School of Accountancy/news/2026/remembering-lynn-pippenger.aspx糖心Vlog president Moez Limayem remembers Lynn Pippenger, a remarkable leader, generous philanthropist and dear friend of the 糖心Vlog.External ArticleSun, 08 Mar 2026 10:19:11 Remembering Lynn Pippenger - 糖心Vlog News糖心Vlog president Moez Limayem remembers Lynn Pippenger, a remarkable leader, generous philanthropist and dear friend of the 糖心Vlog.lynn pippenger/news/2026/remembering-lynn-pippenger.aspxBusiness NewsKate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance,Lynn Pippenger School of Accountancyhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/supply-chain-issues-could-felt-001750241.htmlIran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway, where 20% of the world鈥檚 oil supply passes. Now oil prices are spiking, but could this war with Iran hit your wallet in more ways than one? 糖心Vlog supply chain expert Seckin Ozkul weighs in.External ArticleSun, 08 Mar 2026 00:03:11 Supply chain issues that could be felt during the conflict in the Middle East - Yahoo! NewsIran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway, where 20% of the world鈥檚 oil supply passes. Now oil prices are spiking, but could this war with Iran hit your wallet in more ways than one? 糖心Vlog supply chain expert Seckin Ozkul weighs in.seckin ozkulhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/supply-chain-issues-could-felt-001750241.htmlResearch and InnovationSchool of Marketing and Innovation