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Students take in World Cup preview game in Tampa.

USF students heading to the FIFA World Cup

From volunteering to scoring much-coveted tickets, USF students are 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

MOU signing with HSI

Federal-university partnership advances coordinated human trafficking response to support victims

A new partnership between the primary federal law enforcement agency combatting human trafficking and USF aims to strengthen victim-centered response efforts within the state.

May 22, 2026Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

This summer, USF will host 70 weeklong educational camps — its most ever.

From roller coasters to robotics, USF camps reach record heights

The University of South Florida is launching its largest-ever summer camp lineup with 70 programs expected to draw more than 2,500 students, offering hands-on exposure to fields from AI and criminology to robotics and health.

May 20, 2026Campus News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Born of one student’s experience, USF’s Relate-A-Bull builds community for graduate students

After 36 years at USF St. Petersburg, Dr. Donna Knudsen leaves behind a legacy of connection, including an impactful mentorship program that is helping students succeed.

May 14, 2026Campus News, Student Life

Youth sitting at tables participating in the civics bee

Bulls In the Burg: May 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.

May 14, 2026Campus News, Community Partnerships, Events

Teaching at Zoo School

Internship leads to Zoo School teaching job for new alum

On the same day a USF St. Petersburg videographer visited ZooTampa to interview a student about her internship, Madison Connell was offered a job. Connell, who graduated this spring, is now a teacher at the Florida Environmental Education Center or “Zoo School.”

May 13, 2026Campus News, Community Partnerships

Hosting sailing national championship.

USF Sailing Hosts Women’s Fleet Racing National Championship in St. Petersburg

The Bulls and the city of St. Petersburg will host 36 teams from around the nation at the Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association of North America Women's Fleet Racing National Championship at SkyBeach Resort from May 15-18.

May 12, 2026Events

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