https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usThu, 16 Apr 2026 06:58:18 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/a-spring-break-giving-back.aspxWhile 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.USF St. PetersburgThu, 26 Mar 2026 00:21:06 A spring break giving backWhile 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.The students at a community garden.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/a-spring-break-giving-back.aspxCampus News,Student LifeStudent Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/acting-comes-to-usf-st-petersburg.aspxThe 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.USF St. PetersburgWed, 11 Mar 2026 10:28:11 Acting comes to USF St. PetersburgThe 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.First Acting Classhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/acting-comes-to-usf-st-petersburg.aspxCampus NewsArt,Matthew Cimitile,Student Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-helping-to-restore-tampa-bay-oyster-populations-by-3d-printing-habitat.aspxAlong 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.USF St. PetersburgMon, 09 Mar 2026 11:45:06 USF helping to restore Tampa Bay’s oyster populations by 3D-printing habitatsAlong 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.3D printed oyster habitat.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-helping-to-restore-tampa-bay-oyster-populations-by-3d-printing-habitat.aspxResearch and Innovation,SustainabilityFaculty,Honors,Marine Biology,Matthew Cimitile,Student Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/bulls-racing-ignites-passion-for-cars.aspxEvery 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.USF St. PetersburgFri, 27 Feb 2026 08:29:16 Bulls Racing ignites passion for carsEvery 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.Bulls Racing team working on a car at the shop.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/bulls-racing-ignites-passion-for-cars.aspxStudent LifeMatthew Cimitile,Student Successhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/unraveling-the-web-of-brown-recluse-myths-in-florida.aspxUSF 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.External ArticleWed, 25 Feb 2026 00:26:13 Unraveling the web of brown recluse myths in FloridaUSF 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.Examining spiders in the lab.https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/unraveling-the-web-of-brown-recluse-myths-in-florida.aspxResearch and InnovationBiology,Faculty,Student Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/rare-giant-millipedes-unearthed-in-graduate-students-conservation-research.aspxBefore 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.Thu, 15 Jan 2026 08:37:20 Rare, giant millipedes unearthed in graduate student's conservation researchBefore 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.Florida millipedehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/rare-giant-millipedes-unearthed-in-graduate-students-conservation-research.aspxCampus News,Research and InnovationBiology,Sarah Sell,Science,Student Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/top-stories-of-2025.aspxThis 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.USF St. PetersburgMon, 15 Dec 2025 13:52:41 Top stories of 2025This 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.A collage of various images that are used in the year in review stories of 2025https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/top-stories-of-2025.aspxCampus News,Community Partnerships,Research and InnovationMatthew Cimitile,Student Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/student-veteran-reflects-the-personal-growth-and-determination-of-first-gen-students-at-usf.aspxFrom 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.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:56:16 Veteran reflects the personal growth and determination of first-gen students at USFFrom 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.First gen Camrie Hinglehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/student-veteran-reflects-the-personal-growth-and-determination-of-first-gen-students-at-usf.aspxCampus News,Student LifeMilitary and Veterans,Sarah Sell,Student Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/national-award-creates-gulf-scholars-program-to-enhance-student-exploration-of-floridas-coastal-issues.aspxStarting 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.USF St. PetersburgMon, 03 Nov 2025 08:41:53 National award creates Gulf Scholars program to enhance student exploration of Florida’s coastal issuesStarting 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.Students exploring Gulf Coast.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/national-award-creates-gulf-scholars-program-to-enhance-student-exploration-of-floridas-coastal-issues.aspxCampus News,Research and InnovationHonors,Library,Matthew Cimitile,Student Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/scholarship-funding-at-usf-stpetersburg-surpasses-one-million-milestone.aspxFor 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. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:17:21 Scholarship funding at USF St. Petersburg surpasses $1 million milestoneFor 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. One million scholarships awardedhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/scholarship-funding-at-usf-stpetersburg-surpasses-one-million-milestone.aspxCampus NewsAlumni,Sarah Sell,Scholarships,Student Success,Study Abroadhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/nursing-education-expands-on-campus-and-in-st-petersburg-with-new-bachelor-program.aspxStarting 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.USF St. PetersburgTue, 07 Oct 2025 08:30:34 USF expands nursing education with new bachelor's program on the St. Petersburg campusStarting 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.Nursing simulation lab in action.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/nursing-education-expands-on-campus-and-in-st-petersburg-with-new-bachelor-program.aspxCampus NewsMatthew Cimitile,Nursing,Student Successhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/from-campus-roots-to-community-voice-alums-journey-into-documentary-filmmaking.aspxPart 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.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:28:03 From campus roots to community voice: alum’s journey into documentary filmmakingPart 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.Razed filminghttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/from-campus-roots-to-community-voice-alums-journey-into-documentary-filmmaking.aspxCampus NewsGraphic Arts,Journalism,Sarah Sell,Student Success