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Diversity and inclusion programs expand through support from out-of-state donations and grants
Two programs that support underrepresented students in higher education will expand thanks to sizable grants and donations to the USF St. Petersburg campus.
February 3, 2022Campus News
Student who helped new arrivals transition to campus life graduates
For three years, Sara Henk was a welcoming presence for newcomers to campus. As an orientation leader, she helped acclimate first-year students into the community. Now she will be one of 418 students on the St. Petersburg campus graduating this fall.
December 9, 2021Campus News, Student Life
New assistant program director for the Office of Multicultural Affairs hopes to create a safe space for all students on campus
As the new assistant program director for the OMA at USF’s St. Petersburg campus, DeWayne Anderson wants students to have the same college experience he did, where he felt welcomed and supported.
October 8, 2021Campus News
Student wins graduate history award, conducts research in Spain on de Soto expedition to Tampa Bay
Morgan Greig won the 2021 Leland Hawes Graduate Student Essay Prize in Florida Studies and is currently in Spain searching the archives for additional source material for his master's thesis about the Hernando de Soto expedition to Florida.
October 1, 2021Campus News
Honors College enrollment increases by more than 50 percent on St. Petersburg campus
Student enrollment in the Judy Genshaft Honors College on USF’s St. Petersburg campus has jumped by more than 50 percent for the 2021-22 academic year.
September 14, 2021Campus News
Teen student overcomes eating disorder to become youngest in graduating class
Teen's determination and focus led her to become the youngest graduate at the University of South Florida’s 2021 summer commencement. At just 19 years old, Abigail Cooper is graduating with a bachelor’s degree in forensic studies and justice.
August 19, 2021Campus News
Sailor and alumna Paige Railey heading to Tokyo Olympics
Clearwater native Paige Railey will soon head to the Tokyo Olympics for Team USA. "I just want to perform well. I want to go out there and execute the things I've been training for,” Railey said. “If I do that, everything will fall into place."
July 2, 2021Campus News
Expanding services to help students from underserved communities
First-year students from underserved communities get a preview of what life will be like this fall on campus.
June 29, 2021Campus News, Student Life
Giving Week to raise funds that support student success and innovative programs at USF
Giving Day is when University of South Florida alumni, family and friends come together to support a wide array of university initiatives that propel students to succeed, keep them on track to graduate and fund innovative programs and research that enrich the community.
April 5, 2021Campus News
‘Discover Your PATHe’ Program for High School Students Transitions to Online Format
This free event is an opportunity for students and their families to learn everything they need to know about successfully navigating the complex journey to post-secondary education.
May 26, 2020Campus News, Student Life
Graphic Design Program Partners With Creative Clay on Coffee Table Book to Celebrate Nonprofit’s 25th Anniversary
Creative Clay first approached the Verbal and Visual Arts Department about the project last year, after the nonprofit decided to create a book that would help shine a light on the work of its artists.
April 28, 2020Research and Innovation, Student Life
Free ‘Discover Your PATHe’ Event to Give High School Students a Feel for College Experience
Pinellas Access to Higher Education (PATHe) is a community outreach program offered by USF St. Petersburg and St. Petersburg College which provides equitable and attainable pathways to higher education for all students in Pinellas County.
March 4, 2020Campus News, Student Life