An-Chi Liu thought she was volunteering to help troubled youth discover their passions and carve out a future. But through the mentorship, she ended up doing exactly that for herself. Liu is a recent graduate from USF with a master’s degree in rehabilitation and mental health counseling. Upon graduation, she […]

Alexander McDonald, a political science student graduating this fall, previously  considered himself an apolitical person. That was until he said he witnessed the “lack of leadership, ethics and morals from office holders” that ensued after the 2016 election. Now, he is eager to represent House District 64, which encompasses parts […]

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time when individuals, communities and survivors unite under the shared goal of promoting suicide prevention awareness. I spoke with Madeline Colón, a staff clinician at USF’s counseling center, about the center’s role as a safe space for students to talk about mental health. […]

Gabby Santos, a USF graduate turned high fashion photographer, has finally decided what she wants out of life. After years of coping with indecisiveness about where she wants her life to end up, Santos took a shot at Lowry Park Zoo as a digital media intern. There, she learned how […]

USF students Brianna Miranda and Bryan Clampitt, come from two different majors. Their common ground is their goal of working in the health field. As president and vice president of Splash Pals, — an adapted aquatics and therapeutic swimming program for children with disabilities — they have shared in the […]

Ericka Torres, a junior majoring in international studies with a minor in criminology, has taken an interest in gun control policy after a horrific event that occurred during her freshman year at USF. Hearing that so many of her loved ones were affected by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) shooting […]

Juan Moreno, a third-year student who entered as a biomedical science major and eventually switched to integrated public relations and advertising, is no stranger to change. In fact, after three major changes, he welcomes it. “I realized my passion was more important than what I assumed was practical,” said Moreno. […]

Rachel Barcellona focuses on raising acceptance for people with autism and other disabilities with her Ability Beyond Disabilities platform. SPECIAL TO THE ORACLE It takes more than waving to the audience and wearing shining crowns to bear the title of Miss Florida. History will be made this year as the first […]

Avalon Theisen created a non-profit organization focused on environmental service called Conserve It Forward. SPECIAL TO THE ORACLE  After dedicating more than 10 years of her life to service and social issues, the 2019 Miss USF winner is preparing to compete for the Miss Florida title. Avalon Jade Theisen, a senior majoring […]