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First Acting Class

Acting comes to USF St. Petersburg

The first acting class at USF St. Petersburg explores the basic elements of theater, with students developing greater confidence, command of their voice and essential public speaking experience.

March 11, 2026Campus News

3D printed oyster habitat.

USF helping to restore Tampa Bay’s oyster populations by 3D-printing habitats

Along the seawall of Bayboro Harbor, a group of USF students and professors recently installed 3D-printed habitats they hope will soon house oysters that can filter thousands of gallons of water per day and improve both water quality and ecosystem health.

March 9, 2026Research and Innovation, Sustainability

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

Examining spiders in the lab.

Unraveling the web of brown recluse myths in Florida

USF alum Louis Coticchio and Associate Professor Deby Cassill show the brown recluse spider shouldn’t be portrayed as a villain. Their newly published findings aim to change the narrative by debunking common myths.

February 25, 2026Research and Innovation

Florida millipede

Rare, giant millipedes unearthed in graduate student's conservation research

Before scientists knew how many Florida scrub millipedes remained in the wild, a quiet breakthrough occurred in a USF lab when the rare species reproduced in captivity. The success is the result of conservation research led by graduate student Anne Sawl, whose work is revealing long-missing information about a species found nowhere else in the world.

January 15, 2026Campus News, Research and Innovation

A collage of various images that are used in the year in review stories of 2025

Top stories of 2025

This calendar year showcased the vital role USF St. Petersburg continues to play in addressing the education and workforce development needs of the Tampa Bay region while conducting research that has national implications and global significance.

December 15, 2025Campus News, Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation

First gen Camrie Hingle

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

Students exploring Gulf Coast.

National award creates Gulf Scholars program to enhance student exploration of Florida’s coastal issues

Starting in fall 2026, approximately 20 undergraduate students from all majors can engage in a two-year academic experience that includes Gulf-themed coursework, experiential learning and the creation of a public-facing Gulf Impact Project.

November 3, 2025Campus News, Research and Innovation

One million scholarships awarded

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

Nursing simulation lab in action.

USF expands nursing education with new bachelor's program on the St. Petersburg campus

Starting in the fall of 2026, undergraduate students can prepare for a nursing career upon entering college and have access to simulation labs for developing hands-on skills and bedside care.

October 7, 2025Campus News

Razed filming

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 this year 2025.

What’s new at USF

As the University of South Florida kicks off the 2025–26 academic year, students, faculty and staff will find a no shortage of new programs, services and experiences.

August 25, 2025Campus News

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