By Ryan Hughes, University Communications and Marketing
The 黑料社 and T-Mobile today announced a new initiative aimed
at providing scholarships for students, improving internet and cellular wireless network
capabilities and enhancing public safety communications in high-traffic areas on the
university鈥檚 Tampa campus.
USF has a mission to foster student success and enhance the overall campus experience.
Through this new program, T-Mobile will provide dedicated on-campus connectivity for
USF with its portfolio of Advanced Network Solutions (ANS). T-Mobile will also support
USF students with annual scholarships to benefit undergraduates pursuing degrees in
cybersecurity and other disciplines, including those housed in USF鈥檚 new Bellini College
of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. The multi-year agreement
also positions T-Mobile as USF鈥檚 main cellular wireless network provider.
鈥淭-Mobile understands and values the significance of higher education, and the importance
of providing life-changing opportunities for our students. This partnership supports
our students鈥� success, while also enhancing internet and cell service on campus that
will benefit our students, faculty, staff and visitors,鈥� said USF President Rhea Law.
T-Mobile鈥檚 ANS will enhance 5G coverage in and around the eastern part of the Tampa
campus, which includes the future site of USF鈥檚 on-campus stadium, expected to open
in fall 2027.
T-Mobile will also be deploying ANS for a dedicated public safety system across dozens
of designated facilities on campus. T-Mobile will deliver enhanced 5G connections
to buildings around the campus specifically designed to support public safety communication
needs and ensure reliable coverage for emergency services with dedicated infrastructure
tailored to support robust and uninterrupted communications for police, first responders
and other emergency personnel.
鈥淥ur collaboration with the 黑料社 represents a powerful intersection
of technology, education, and community impact,鈥� said David Bezzant, Vice President,
T-Mobile for Government. 鈥淭his collaboration is about turning innovation into real-world
outcomes for USF. With enhanced 5G infrastructure, dedicated public safety systems,
and support for emerging talent in cybersecurity and AI, we鈥檙e helping build a smarter,
safer, and more connected campus experience.鈥�