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Update for USF St. Petersburg campus residential students regarding Hurricane Ian

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Dear USF St. Petersburg campus residents,  
  
I’m sure you have been following the news about Hurricane Ian. I know that many of you have made plans to shelter with family or friends, and others are finalizing their preparations now. If you have not already done so, please check in via email at stp-housing@usf.edu so that we can keep track of your whereabouts. Your safety is our top priority, and we want to ensure you have someplace safe to stay during the storm. 

Due to the mandatory evacuation order from Pinellas County, our residence halls are closing at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27. You will be notified via email and on USF.edu when it will be safe to return. Please do not attempt to come back before you have been notified. We want to ensure your safety. 

If you need someplace to stay, we are relocating residents who need assistance to the Tampa campus.  

  • A bus will leave from outside the USC at 9 a.m. Tuesday to transport you to the Tampa campus. Meet at the USC no later than 8:45 a.m. Email stp-housing@usf.edu to reserve your space.  
  • We are working to provide cots, but if you have a sleeping bag and other bedding, you should bring that with you.
  • Your meal plan will work on the Tampa campus.  
  • Please note, pets are not allowed so those with emotional support animals must make alternative arrangements.  

When leaving our residence halls, you should bring essential supplies for approximately four to six days, including:  

  • Student ID, government ID/passport, insurance card  
  • Clothes  
  • Medications  
  • Bathroom supplies  
  • Bedding material  
  • Cell phone, electronics and chargers  
  • Any preferred snacks  

Please keep a close eye on your email and the home page of USF.edu. Those will be your best sources of information both during and after the storm.  

We know this situation is stressful and we want to be as supportive as possible during this challenging time. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Housing and Residential Education team at stp-housing@usf.edu if you have questions, concerns or need anything at all. 

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