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A transformative education inspires instructor to create scholarship for first-generation college students
David Connelly, who spent more than 20 years as the public relations director at the Museum of Fine Arts in downtown St. Petersburg, credits his education with broadening his perspective and opening the door to a series of adventures.
August 17, 2021Campus News
When an extreme storm approaches, here is how the campus jumps into action
The University of South Florida has an extensive Emergency Management Program that ensures faculty, staff and students living on and off campus are prepared and remain safe during a hurricane.
August 16, 2021Campus News
Students looking forward to the full college experience as they return to campus this fall
We talked to several students about all the changes they have experienced since the pandemic began and how they feel about a full return to USF’s St. Petersburg campus.
July 28, 2021Campus News, Student Life
Innovative partnership leads to new community relations position at USF’s St. Petersburg campus
The University of South Florida’s St. Petersburg campus, in conjunction with several community partners, has created a new position in an effort to further strengthen the connection between the city, businesses and the university.
July 26, 2021Campus News
Arts programming expands at USF’s St. Petersburg campus
Several courses focused on the arts industry and architecture will be offered for the first time on USF’s St. Petersburg campus starting this fall semester. Meanwhile, ongoing collaborations across campuses and with community partners have the potential to enrich the curriculum with academic experiences in animation, dance and theater.
July 19, 2021Campus News, Student Life
USF Hospitality Leadership Program reimagined to help industry address staffing crisis
To address an ongoing staffing crisis, the University of South Florida’s Hospitality Leadership Program is being re-tooled to help industry leaders in the Tampa Bay area hire and retain top talent.
July 13, 2021Campus News
USF Health College of Nursing adds seats to accelerated nursing pathway in Sarasota-Manatee and St. Petersburg
The USF Health College of Nursing is expanding the number of baccalaureate students in the accelerated nursing pathway at the Sarasota-Manatee and St. Petersburg campuses.
July 8, 2021Campus News
Sailor and alumna Paige Railey heading to Tokyo Olympics
Clearwater native Paige Railey will soon head to the Tokyo Olympics for Team USA. "I just want to perform well. I want to go out there and execute the things I've been training for,” Railey said. “If I do that, everything will fall into place."
July 2, 2021Campus News
Expanding services to help students from underserved communities
First-year students from underserved communities get a preview of what life will be like this fall on campus.
June 29, 2021Campus News, Student Life
Students can choose housing that fits their lifestyle through Residential Community Programs
Whether you’re new to campus, a transfer student or looking for people with similar interests, the USF St. Petersburg campus has a place for you. The campus is offering several themed housing and community options for students.
June 25, 2021Campus News, Student Life
Campus operations reopen with new facilities and building upgrades
When faculty, staff and students return to the USF St. Petersburg campus after more than a year of remote learning due to the coronavirus, they’ll be greeted by new buildings and dramatic upgrades to existing facilities.
June 24, 2021Campus News
Juneteenth: The complicated history, significance and celebration around the struggle for freedom
Juneteenth has become the most well-known celebration for the ending of slavery in the United States and viewed by some as America’s second Independence Day. But the history of this important celebration is complex and often misunderstood.
June 17, 2021Campus News, Events