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THE ORACLE

W E D N E S DAY, J U N E 2 6 , 2 0 1 9 I VO L . 5 6 N O . 5 3

By Alyssa Stewart E D I T O R

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Generations of USF leadership weigh in on Genshaft’s lasting legacy

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Nearly 20 years ago, the University of South Florida was widely considered to be a regional and commuter institution. Now, two decades later, USF has established itself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of higher education. It is hard to pinpoint what exactly changed USF so much but it may not be as difficult to identify who. Members of the USF community, past and present, all seem to have one name in mind — President Judy Genshaft. One of Genshaft’s early counterparts was Dick Beard, who served as the former chairman of USF’s Board of Trustees (BOT) from 2001-07. He knew Genshaft before he joined and based on his first impression, he knew she was capable of handling the job. Beard worked closely with Genshaft in order to establish the

BOT. At that point, there were no rules, guidance or a plan in place — only a set of people. Genshaft had the idea to create a

strategic plan, which would serve as guidance for the institution. “This was instrumental for USF’s future considering this planning

was done almost 20 years ago and it is still being used today,” Beard said. “It is a completely different institution.”

Genshaft will officially retire July 1 after nearly 20 years in her role. ORACLE FILE PHOTO/LEDA ALVIM

Beard also granted USF’s success to Genshaft’s fundraising efforts. Last year, she raised over $100 million, which awarded her a $210,000 stipend. “The university went from having less than $200 million to more than $500 million,” Beard said. “She has done a fabulous job of raising money and making USF a true research university. “She has really focused on what it means to become a top-tier university.” Along with her work ethic, Beard complimented Genshaft’s vibrantspirit, which is well known around campus. “She’s got more energy than anyone I know,” Beard said. “She makes a connection to the students, she’s approachable, she’s active in the community, she has chaired major boards, the students know her — these are all important.” Mike Griffin, Student Government (SG) student body

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Popular on-campus dining spots will look different come fall By Alyssa Stewart E D I T O R

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Construction has taken over the summer months as Dining Services works to expand its options and renovate the USF Library Starbucks. Bento Sushi and Panera Bread will be joining the other six

dining options — Chick-Fil-A, Jamba Juice, Papa Johns, Panda Express, Moe’s and Subway — in the Marshall Student Center (MSC) food court Aug. 26. A “soft launch” and reveal of the location will occur the week prior, according to Aramark Marketing Director Jessica Cicalese.

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The MSC dining areas, aside from Jamba Juice, closed down its operations and installed a separation wall on April 24 to begin the four-month project. Installing drywall, flooring and plumbing are the main priorities for this month, however, programming will be another key focus in the weeks

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to come. The updated MSC food court will showcase computerized menu boards, registers at each location and the mobile ordering app, Tapingo. Previously, patrons would select their food at any of the dining locations and pay at the register before exiting.

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Sean Hamad, the food service director for the MSC, said the implementation of the registers at each location will avoid customers from having to wait in two lines. Beef O’ Brady’s (Beefs) used to occupy the restaurant space in the MSC, however, Cicalese said

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