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Veteran reflects the personal growth and determination of first-gen students at USF
From surviving Hurricane Katrina to serving in the U.S. Navy, Camrie Hingle’s journey is one of resilience and determination. Now a first-generation student at USF St. Petersburg, Hingle’s story embodies the pride and perseverance celebrated during USF’s First-Gen Week.
November 4, 2025Campus News, Student Life
USF Family Study Center receives $3.7 million federal grant to strengthen families and support parents
The five-year project, a collaboration with several community organizations, is designed to reduce family stress by testing effective strategies to strengthen parental relationships and create supportive home environments.
October 29, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Scholarship funding at USF St. Petersburg surpasses $1 million milestone
For the first time in its history, the St. Petersburg campus has awarded over $1 million in student scholarships. The milestone marks a 20% increase from the previous year and reflects a shared commitment to reducing student debt while supporting education goals.
October 16, 2025Campus News
A year after Helene and Milton, USF app is leading the way in flood tracking technology
One year after hurricanes Helene and Milton brought historic flooding to the Tampa Bay region, the CRIS-HAZARD app has become a critical tool in helping local communities monitor and respond to extreme storms.
September 23, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
From campus roots to community voice: alum’s journey into documentary filmmaking
Part of the inaugural class for the campus' Graphic Arts program, Andrew Lee has carved a creative path that has put him at the center of St. Petersburg’s documentary film scene.
September 4, 2025Campus News
New role to expand support and resources for commuter and off-campus students
USF St. Petersburg is implementing new initiatives to enhance the experience for commuter students, from a lounge to housing fairs to a new coordinator for commuter and off-campus housing.
August 29, 2025Campus News, Student Life
Recent graduate balances family, floods and new career
A year ago, student veteran Adam Hamilton was juggling an internship, finishing his degree, dealing with flooding from Hurricane Helene, and preparing for the birth of his third child. This year is just as busy with a newborn baby and his first full-time job as a teacher in Apollo Beach.
August 13, 2025Campus News
New campus sustainability efforts boosted by Duke Energy investments
From the installation of new electric vehicle charging stations to improvements in student spaces, our community partners are helping the campus reduce its environmental footprint while meeting the growing demand for clean energy solutions.
July 31, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Sustainability
Camp Bullseye inspires young minds in St. Pete
Fifty students from Pinellas County Schools were invited to spend a week at USF St. Petersburg, where they experienced college life while exploring marine science, digital marketing and entrepreneurship through a mix of field trips and classroom learning.
July 23, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships
Florida’s oyster crisis takes center stage in latest musical-science project
A team of professors, musicians and students is transforming complicated environmental data into powerful music compositions. After tackling critical issues like algae blooms and red tide, the group has now composed music that highlights the environmental stressors affecting oysters in Florida.
July 2, 2025Campus News, Research and Innovation
Summer program introduces the world of research to undergraduate students
A group of undergraduate students from USF is spending the summer building valuable research and career skills while receiving compensation for their efforts. The Summer Academy for Investigative Learning program provides students with an early, hands-on introduction to research and showcases impactful work taking place across Tampa Bay.
June 24, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation
Honors students explore sustainability and culture on study away trip to Hawaii
Ten USF students recently returned from an unforgettable educational adventure on Hawaii's Big Island, where they hiked lava fields, made chocolate from fresh cacao pods and learned about environmental restoration in a cloud forest. As part of the Judy Genshaft Honors College's study away program, they explored the island's natural beauty and cultural history.
June 18, 2025Campus News, Sustainability