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Vivianne Bessette in action for the Tampa Bay Sun (Mike Carlson / Tampa Bay Sun FC).

From USF to the pros: Meet grad student and soccer star Vivianne Bessette

While pursuing a master’s degree in exercise science at USF, Vivianne Bessette helped lead Tampa Bay Sun FC to a championship title as a standout defender in the team’s inaugural season.

July 1, 2025Student Life

Patient gets her hearing examined by USF Health audiologist

USF Health clinical trial reveals how hearing aids improve brain health and quality of life

The clinical trial shows that even mild hearing loss, when treated with hearing aids and expert support, can boost mood, increase activity and reduce the risk of falling. The findings support growing evidence that better hearing promotes healthier aging.

July 15, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health

A team of professors, musicians and students at USF is transforming complicated environmental data into powerful music compositions. After tackling critical issues like harmful algae blooms and red tide, the group has now composed music that highlights the environmental stressors affecting oysters in °®ÎÛ´«Ã½.

July 2, 2025Research and Innovation

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