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Wooden sign in garden with the words: Community Garden, Herb Garden, School Garden, Orchard, Outdoor Classroom

“We Dig St. Pete” Tour to Celebrate Local Craft Beer and Urban Farms

Craft brewers and urban farmers are uniting for the “We Dig St. Pete” Beer and Garden Tour on Saturday, January 26.

January 28, 2019Events

Bob and Susan Churuti pose with members of their family.

Ceremony Honors New Scholarship Created by Longtime USF St. Petersburg Boosters

For years, Bob and Susan Churuti have been dedicated supporters of USF St. Petersburg. On January 24, the university recognized their many contributions, including a new scholarship they created to honor a beloved family member.

January 25, 2019Events

Two people talking at a table during the event.

Speaker Series Focuses on Local Opportunities and Possibilities during Disruptive Age of New Technology

Hosted by the St. Petersburg Downtown Partnership and USF St. Petersburg’s Kate Tiedemann College of Business (KTCOB), Sunny Side Up will focus on re-imagining St. Petersburg during this age of disruptive and emerging technology.

January 25, 2019Events

Dr. Ray Arsenault

The Times Festival of Reading Brings Award-winning Authors and Thousands of Book Lovers to USFSP

Since first hosting the free festival in 2005, USFSP has provided a picturesque setting for book lovers from around Tampa Bay to explore the world of words.

December 4, 2018Events

Kate Tiedemann

Philanthropist Kate Tiedemann Joins Nearly 500 Graduates to be Celebrated at USF St. Petersburg’s Fall Commencement

The University of South Florida St. Petersburg celebrated the accomplishments of nearly 500 graduates during its Fall Commencement ceremonies.

December 3, 2018Campus News, Events

Bill Heller

Veteran Portrait Exhibit Celebrates Those Who Served

When Ann Wykell organized a large photo collage for the Military and Veterans Success Center last year, one photographer’s work stood out.

November 20, 2018Events

Member of the military in front of a helicopter.

A Recognition of Service: USFSP to Honor Military at Annual Veterans Expo

To celebrate Veterans Day and honor military service, the University of South Florida St. Petersburg will host its 6th annual Veterans Expo on Friday, November 9.

November 7, 2018Campus News, Events

Professor Heather Judkins showing a student a cephalopod.

Conference on Cephalopods to Draw Scientists from Around the World

More than 240 scientists from around the globe will gather at USF St. Petersburg this month to share ideas and discuss research related to an important and increasingly threatened category of marine life: squid, octopus and their relatives, otherwise known as cephalopods.

November 5, 2018Campus News, Events

Susan Gala, Geraldine Arredondo, Martine Wagner, Kim McDaniel, Franco Silva, Linda Ramirez, Lola Baldeon, Gabriela Valencia, Lavely, Johnnie Rawlings Murdach.Photo by Elizabeth Barenis

Film Festival Provides Student Intern Direct Knowledge of Timely and Timeless Topics in Latin America

For Decker Lavely, it all started with a Facebook post. While browsing her news feed a few months ago, the USF St. Petersburg sophomore spotted an ad for an internship at the Tampa Bay Latin Film Festival.

October 31, 2018Events, Student Life

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Community Workshop to Feature Personal Experiences and Lessons Learned from Hurricanes

Taking place October 30-31 at the University, the annual Workshop brings together elected officials, scientists, law enforcement officers, neighborhood association representatives and those working on coastal vulnerability and resilience issues.

October 23, 2018Events, Research and Innovation

Girl looking at plane at Science Fest.

St. Petersburg Science Festival and MarineQuest Return to Engage Families and Inspire a Generation on Science

The St. Petersburg Science Festival and MarineQuest will offer thousands of families throughout Tampa Bay a chance to be inspired and get involved with science on Saturday, October 20, from 10am – 4pm.

October 11, 2018Events

International students gather for the Coffee Social held Sept. 6. (Credit: Crow’s Nest)

USF St. Petersburg to Celebrate International Diversity During Welcoming Week

Most educators believe that diversity in the classroom not only exposes students to a variety of perspectives, it also promotes empathy and better prepares them to participate in the global economy.

September 13, 2018Campus News, Events

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