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Civic fellows at St. Pete City Hall

Civics Fellows Program inspires next generation of leaders

For nearly a decade, USF St. Petersburg has partnered with the YMCA to enhance civic education in the state by giving high school students hands-on experiences in local government and public service.

June 30, 2026Community Partnerships

A Spanish artillery strike ignites a British powder magazine in Pensacola in 1781.

Not one of the original 13 colonies, how Florida helped shape the American Revolution

As the 13 colonies declared independence, Florida stayed loyal to Britain. But historian Erin Mauldin details how the state’s story impacted the outcome of the American Revolution.

June 29, 2026Research and Innovation

Fundraiser for College of Marine Science.

How the community has rallied around marine scientists in their time of need

As news of the historic fire quickly spread, outpourings of support arrived just as fast from a global network of alumni, colleagues, donors, and more.

June 29, 2026Campus News, Community Partnerships

Rocky at USF football.

Being Rocky: USF alumni reflect on life inside the suit

Mascots are vital to a university’s identity and culture, impacting athletics, student life and much more. Being a mascot also impacts the student behind the suit. On National Mascot Day, USF celebrates the many students who have been Rocky D. Bull over the years.

June 17, 2026Campus News, Student Life

Fire crews worked to contain the MSL fire last month.

Inside the first days of USF’s response to the Marine Science Lab fire

After a major fire at the Marine Science Laboratory, USF worked to account for everyone, protect critical research and build a response structure to guide recovery in the months ahead.

June 16, 2026Campus News, Community Partnerships

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Brewing Arts program enhances career training access to veterans

Veterans have shown a keen interest in the brewing arts for years. Now for the first time, eligible students may be able to use VA education benefits, including the GI Bill®, to enroll in USF’s Brewing Arts certificate program.

June 11, 2026Campus News, Community Partnerships

Students take in World Cup preview game in Tampa.

USF students and alumni heading to the FIFA World Cup

From volunteering to scoring much-coveted tickets, the USF community is finding ways to be part of the biggest sporting event in the world.

June 10, 2026Campus News

USF College of Marine Science

Bulls In The Burg June 2026 Community Relations Roundup

This community roundup series highlights the ways that USF St. Pete faculty, staff, students and administration are active in the community.

June 9, 2026Campus News, Community Partnerships, Events

Deni Elliott and her guide dog Hildy

Longtime USF St. Petersburg professor’s book, Catching Sight, reveals what it means to be seen

Ahead of her book release, renowned ethicist Deni Elliott returns to campus with a book about vision loss, guide dogs and the moment she found a world designed for people like her.

June 5, 2026Campus News, Events

Researchers from the Ocean Circulation Lab service a buoy in the Gulf

After devastating fire, USF marine scientists race to keep ocean monitoring on track

Scientists race to keep Gulf monitoring buoys on track ahead of hurricane season. Data gathered from sensors help forecast storm surge, rapid intensification and hazards associated with extreme storms.

June 4, 2026Campus News

While departing on a recent research cruise, crew members aboard the Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II showed appreciation for the community’s support since the fire.

Resilience and resolve drive marine researchers in the wake of disaster

Following the Marine Science Lab fire, researchers rally to protect ongoing studies and support one another.

June 3, 2026Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

How an alum turned the art of debate into opportunity for thousands

Alumni David Trigaux's work at USF St. Petersburg became the foundation for a new debate network across the D.C. region.

May 27, 2026Campus News, Research and Innovation

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