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2020 News

Fall

December 16, 2020 -- From our USF World family to yours, we wish you peace and happiness this holiday season. Thank you for your continued support and partnership, as we seek to create a more inclusive and interconnected world!

November 16, 2020 -- Today, November 16th, 2020, the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, and the Institute of International Education (IIE) has released findings from the on International Educational Exchange. Among public institutions, USF ranks #29 for student enrollment in credit earning study abroad programs (2018/19) and #22 for international student enrollment (2019/20).

USF Student Voices Inform International Journalists鈥� Understanding of the U.S. Presidential Election
November 05, 2020 -- 91社区 students were recently selected to participate in a highly interactive U.S. Presidential Election Reporting Seminar sponsored by the East-West Center. International journalists connected with USF students in virtual conversation groups to discuss the U.S. presidential election and the issues that are motivating young people to vote this election cycle. Read more to discover how USF students have been featured in articles published in a number of global media outlets.

President Currall Responds to Proposed Changes to the 鈥淒uration of Stay鈥� Timeline for F and J Visa Holders
October 27, 2020 -- Emphasizing the important contribution our international students make to USF's campuses, communities, and country, President Currall bring his concerns over recent governmental proposed changes to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Read the linked letter to share his thoughts on how USF values our international students and the successful processes already in place for them at the University.  

The 91社区 Ranks #2 Nationally for Undergraduate Students Earning the Peace Corps Prep Certificate
September 30, 2020 -- The 91社区 ranks No. 2 nationally among all institutions offering undergraduate students the opportunity to earn the Peace Corps Prep certificate. In collaboration with the U.S. Peace Corps, the 91社区 awarded 49 Prep certificates to the graduating class of 2020. 

 

Summer

USF World Responds to Recent Events of Racial Violence
June 8, 2020 -- USF World stands against racial violence, and we are here to support you. We want you to know that we proudly stand with you in solidarity during this time. For the full response from Dr. Kiki Caruson, Interim Vice President for USF World, please click the link above.

USF World Launches Support Fund to Aid International Students Affected by COVID-19
May 26, 2020 -- The 91社区 has recognized that international students face unique challenges as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. International students are not eligible for financial assistance that U.S. students receive from the federal . In order to support these students and help them fulfill their dreams of completing their degree at USF, the was created.

 

Spring

91社区 Among Top Schools for Producing Peace Corps Volunteers
February 26, 2020 -- The 91社区 is one of the nation鈥檚 top institutions for producing Peace Corps volunteers, according to new rankings released today. USF is ranked No. 2 for total graduate volunteers and No. 25 among undergraduate volunteers for large schools, according to the Peace Corps. 

USF Named One of the Nation's Top Producers of Fulbright Scholars in the Nation
February 10, 2020 -- The 91社区 is one of the top producers of scholars in the United States for 2019-20, according to a new list released today by the U.S. Department of State and first published by the.