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University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Top stories of 2021 on USF’s St. Petersburg campus

As the world began emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic, life began to return to normal at USF’s St. Petersburg campus in 2021. Students and faculty returned to the classroom and events began again, albeit many in either remote or hybrid format.

December 31, 2021Campus News, Events, Research and Innovation, Student Life, Sustainability

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

SAILebration begins new graduation tradition for St. Petersburg campus students

As part of a new campus tradition, USF St. Petersburg campus Fall 2021 graduates had the opportunity to celebrate earning their college degrees by hopping aboard a sunset cruise for dinner, dancing and remembrances.

December 9, 2021Campus News, Student Life

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USF launches first mission to map vulnerable coastal areas in Tampa Bay and Gulf of Mexico using a remotely operated ‘uncrewed’ vessel

University of South Florida marine scientists launched their first field mission to test a new approach to mapping shallow coastal areas -- the most vulnerable to coastal changes and storm events, but the hardest to survey.

December 9, 2021Research and Innovation

Sara Henk

Student who helped new arrivals transition to campus life graduates

For three years, Sara Henk was a welcoming presence for newcomers to campus. As an orientation leader, she helped acclimate first-year students into the community. Now she will be one of 418 students on the St. Petersburg campus graduating this fall.

December 9, 2021Campus News, Student Life

Pool currently outside of H. William Heller Hall

Board of Trustees approves funding for a new pool on campus

After nearly eight decades of use, the pool outside of H. William Heller Hall will be replaced by a new pool closer to the center of campus.

December 8, 2021Campus News

Fall 2021 Commencement

USF to confer more than 4,500 degrees during commencement ceremonies, Dec. 10-11

USF will award more than 4,500 degrees during fall commencement. The ceremonies include recipients of approximately 3,433 undergraduate, 1,099 master’s and 181 doctoral degrees.

December 8, 2021Campus News, Student Life

Diversity in brewing scholarship

USF Brewing Arts program joins forces with Yuengling to enhance diversity in the brewing industry

A Diversity in Brewing Scholarship will be given to an individual from a traditionally underrepresented population and cover the cost of tuition to USF’s St. Petersburg campus Brewing Arts Certificate program.

November 22, 2021Campus News

MISTERs for 2021-2022

Call Me MISTER program introduces its first cohort of future male teachers of color

USF College of Education welcomed its first group of students who are committed to becoming teachers at schools in Pinellas County.

November 12, 2021Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Veteran alumnus uses political science background for better understanding of international security operations, foreign affairs work

We spoke with alumnus and veteran Lance Guillory on his academic experience, service to the nation and how both impacted his career and led him to managing his own security firm today.

November 8, 2021Campus News

Fintech accelerator

Partnership between USF and Tampa Bay Wave aims to make region major fintech hub with new St. Petersburg-based accelerator

An innovative partnership between USF and Tampa Bay Wave is launching a fintech accelerator, designed to assist startups in the financial technology industry through mentoring, pitch coaching and investment training.

November 2, 2021Research and Innovation

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Higher Education Consortium announces inaugural Racial Justice Student Fellows

A consortium of higher education institutions focused on racial justice in Pinellas County has selected its inaugural cohort of Racial Justice Student Fellows.

October 28, 2021Campus News

J. Michael Francis standing at a podium

USF History professor inducted into Spanish royal order for groundbreaking work on Florida’s early history

A University of South Florida History professor who has devoted his career to uncovering the early Spanish roots of Florida’s history will be honored for his work by being inducted into one of Spain’s most prestigious civil orders.

October 26, 2021Campus News, Research and Innovation

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