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![Mayor of Gulfport Sam Henderson](/news/images/mayorgulfport-preview.jpg)
Honors College professor has a side gig: mayor of Gulfport
Who better to teach classes on local government and responding to natural hazards than the mayor of a small, coastal town in Florida? Gulfport Mayor Sam Henderson is teaching courses focused on environmental issues, building community and public policy this academic year.
August 28, 2024Campus News
![Students on campus for first day of Fall 2024 semester.](/news/images/first-day-of-classes-2024.jpg)
USF receives record number of applications, welcomes high-achieving class of incoming students
This year, USF received a record number of applications from first time in college students. More than 68,000 students applied to USF, an increase of approximately 5% from last year and over 35% from just three years ago.
August 27, 2024Campus News, Student Life
![Aerial view of Harborwalk.](/news/images/harborwalk-preview-waterview.jpg)
New This Year
The start of the academic year brings fresh features and additions to campus. At USF St. Petersburg, that means new educational, health and recreational opportunities. Check out all that’s new this year!
August 22, 2024Campus News, Student Life
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