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Cleanup efforts after Hurricane Milton on campus.

Back-to-back hurricanes lead to unprecedented campus response

The simultaneous efforts to finish cleanup efforts from Hurricane Helene while preparing the campus for Hurricane Milton resulted in an unprecedented emergency management team response under challenging conditions.

October 17, 2024Campus News

USF St. Petersburg facility team members work to cleanup hurricane debris on campus.

USF community mobilizes for Hurricane Helene recovery

In the wake of the hurricane, the University of South Florida continues to demonstrate a powerful commitment to community – mobilizing students, faculty and staff across Tampa Bay. While there’s much work to be done, many of these efforts began before the historic storm surge devastated parts of the region.

October 4, 2024Campus News

The newly enhanced water tower on the USF Tampa campus.

USF makes great strides in critical campus enhancements

Maintenance on the comforts and necessities that make up the infrastructure of USF is the target of 87 critical projects that USF’s Facilities Management team is tackling on all three campuses.

January 25, 2024Campus News

The waterfront at USF St. Petersburg.

When an extreme storm approaches, here is how the campus jumps into action

If you live in Tampa Bay, you will likely experience a hurricane or extreme storm. USF has an extensive Emergency Management Program that ensures faculty, staff and students living on and off campus are prepared and remain safe during any kind of emergency.

August 28, 2023Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

New Emerging Technology Lab will allow students to explore augmented and virtual reality in the classroom

USF's College of Education wants to ensure students know how to utilize the latest technology through a new Emerging Technology Lab being developed on the St. Petersburg campus.

May 18, 2023Campus News, Research and Innovation

Nelson Poynter Memorial Library

Nelson Poynter Memorial Library gets a new, modern look

After undergoing major renovations, the first floor of the Nelson Poynter Memorial Library has a new look and greater study space for students. The upgrades include twelve new study rooms and state-of-the-art technology to enhance opportunities for collaboration and learning.

January 6, 2023Campus News

Williams House on St. Petersburg campus

New preservation grant will help make historic Williams House more secure during hurricanes

The historic John C. Williams House will undergo major restorations and upgrades thanks to a $280,640 matching grant from the Florida Division of Historical Resources. The upgrades will include foundation work, a new roof, hurricane panels and other repairs that will help ensure the structure’s safety and stability during a major storm.

October 13, 2022Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF St. Petersburg campus connects to clean energy through community solar program

A new community solar program from Duke Energy will allow USF’s St. Petersburg campus to expand its investment in renewable energy while saving money and enhancing environmental sustainability.

June 9, 2022Campus News, Sustainability

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

University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus

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

Outside of Osprey Suites

USF’s St. Petersburg campus opens new residence hall

The University of South Florida today opened a new 125,000-square-foot residence hall on its St. Petersburg campus, increasing the number of on-campus beds by nearly 70 percent.

August 17, 2020Campus News, Student Life

Jerrica Stovall on the Wheel of Fortune

Fellow Bull Checks off Bucket List Item, Wins on Wheel of Fortune

Jerrica Stovall dreamed of appearing on Wheel of Fortune since she was a child and would watch the iconic game show each night with her mother and sister.

May 22, 2019Campus News

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