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Week of welcome

USF’s newest first-year class raises the bar, setting records for high school GPA, SAT scores and National Merit Scholars

It’s the most academically accomplished first-year class in USF history. Meet some of the new students making USF their home.

September 14, 2026Campus News, Student Life

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

One year in: This internship program is inspiring humanities students to chart new career paths

It has been a year since the first cohort of Mellon-funded interns went to work across Tampa Bay — the initial wave of what will eventually account for up to 900 paid internships a year.

September 2, 2026Student Life

Students present at research symposium.

Student projects take center stage at summer research symposium

The two-day research symposium on USF’s Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses featured 151 scholars presenting 128 research projects.

July 30, 2026Research and Innovation, Student Life

Field work studying seagrasses.

Employ-A-Bull: Student dives into seagrass research internship

Environmental science and policy major Olivia Smith is gaining hands-on marine science experience while restoring a vital Florida ecosystem.

July 24, 2026Research and Innovation, Student Life

Class excursion in South Korea.

Summer in Seoul furthers international partnership through immersive, global learning

More than 40 students immersed themselves in the rich history and culture of Korea during a summer semester program in the nation’s capital of Seoul.

July 23, 2026Student Life

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

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

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF student finds path in environmental science

In the wake of the 2024 hurricanes, Oliver Laczko took an eroded patch of USF St. Petersburg's Bayboro Harbor waterfront and restored some of the first marsh habitats since the harbor was developed in the early 1900s.

May 4, 2026Campus News, Student Life, Sustainability

Sailing captain Madisen Hamai

Graduate goes from novice to captain of nationally ranked sailing team

When she arrived at USF St. Petersburg several years ago, Madisen Hamai had never stepped foot on a sailboat. This week, she is graduating as captain of the nationally ranked USF Women’s Sailing team.

April 30, 2026Campus News, Student Life

Supporting student veterans for Giving Week

Donors support initiatives that propel student veterans during USF Giving Week

This Giving Week, USF St. Petersburg aims to provide more fulfilling college experiences to student veterans by raising support for a program that helps these students transition to university life and become more connected to the campus community.

April 6, 2026Campus News, Student Life

The students at a community garden.

A spring break giving back

While many students took a break from studies during spring break to visit family or vacation with friends, a group of nine from USF St. Petersburg traveled to Asheville and were reminded why service truly matters.

March 26, 2026Campus News, Student Life

Bulls Racing team working on a car at the shop.

Bulls Racing ignites passion for cars

Every year, members of the Bulls Racing team design and manufacture a race car from scratch for a national competition. With the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg next door to campus, we profile the team and the students who have a passion for cars.

February 27, 2026Student Life

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