Hiram Green has been recognized for his dedication to the Tampa community and has been an integral part of the University of South Florida Health for over four decades. he has been recognized and received an award for scholarship and selfless service from the University of South Florida Committee on Black Affairs (COBA). Mr. Green was one of three USF staff and faculty members to receive annual awards in 2024. COBA is responsible for advising the USF president on matters affecting Black faculty, staff, student and alumni of the university, One USF, and the greater Tampa Bay community. The committee also advises the president regarding the university’s relationship with the Black community. Mr. Green has been a key figure at the university for more than 40 years. He’s held positions at USF Athletics and the USF Alumni Association, and served as director of the Ambassador Program where he started revenue generating programs for the USF Alumni Association.