College of Arts and Sciences News

Yuan Lu MS ’25 talks about research, neural networks, and the importance of finding your passion. 

Eve Mendez ’06, MA ’09, a mother and Double Don, shares how USF shaped her path from the San Francisco Giants, 49ers, and Golden State Warriors to the FIFA World Cup and why community remains at the heart of her work.

Tucker Holgerson ’26 talks about internships, accounting, and the importance of believing in yourself.

Third-year law student Samantha Cano ‘26 is spending the summer months pushing the boundaries of justice in ways that often go unseen. This summer, Cano is working with the Climate Change and Animal Agriculture Litigation Initiative (CCAALI), part of the Law, Environment, and Animals Program at Yale Law School.

“Nursing,” Michelle thought, “could provide stability for my future.” It seemed a practical decision, but little did she know how profoundly it would change her life.

Combating stress and depression through meaningful work.

The Class of 2025 made a strong impression on these professors, who took a moment to recognize graduates for their work.

These members of the Class of 2025 have full-time jobs waiting for them. What will they be doing? How did they land those jobs? What’s their career advice to current students?

USF students tackled climate change, water pollution, and more than 100 other challenges at Creative Activity and Research Day this month. They shared their work in posters, presentations, and projects.  

The Honorable Benjamin T. Reyes II ’92 served as commencement speaker at the 2025 USF law school graduation. He delivered a clear charge to graduates: use your law degree to pursue justice, serve others, and protect the truth.