Alumni and friends kicked off the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine’s 50th Commencement Anniversary celebration Jan. 25 with Clay Shooting for Scholarships, a team event at the scenic Tampa Bay Sporting Clays complex. Congratulations to the winning team: Dr. Richard Lockey, Dennis Fourqueran, Charles Hadad and Skip Schaer.
The event marked more than a milestone — heartfelt speeches paid tribute to the enduring legacy of medical education. The true highlight of the day was the remarkable generosity displayed by attendees, who raised an astounding $35,000 for scholarships and student initiatives, ensuring a brighter future for aspiring physicians.
Thank you to presenting sponsor for the event, Tampa General Hospital. Additional sponsors included Buchanan, (golf cart sponsor); Dealers Auto Exchange (coffee and breakfast sponsor); CBK Catering & Events (lunch sponsor); and Tampa General Hospital (commemorative swag sponsor). Among the honored guests were Tampa General President and CEO John Couris; Executive Vice President, USF Health and Dean, Morsani College of Medicine Dr. Charles Lockwood; Vice Dean, Educational Affairs, Morsani College of Medicine Dr. Bryan Bognar; former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn, and USF Foundation CEO Jay Stroman.