OPINION: Here are USF students’ favorite things about the university
As the new semester started, I found myself thinking about things I was looking forward to doing back at school: brand new basketball games to watch, Naga Tea was next to my midday class and clubs were up and at ‘em.
I fell down a rabbit hole of things to do and got to thinking,“What’s my favorite part about USF? What’s everyone else’s?”
So, that’s just what I have for you today – the answer to that question.
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Olachi Charles-Okezie
Sophomore, Double major in physiology and integrated public relations and advertising
“My favorite thing about USF is just how diverse it is, like I feel like there really isn’t an opportunity to feel out of place. I come here and I meet people from all over, and I think that’s really good cause it’s just such a melting pot.”
Yanah Cantave
Junior, Integrated public relations and advertising
“One of my favorite things I like about USF is how it’s relaxed for the students. It’s not as strict with what to do with your time.”
Lily Croake
Sophomore, History
“My favorite thing about USF is the Judy Genshaft Honors College. I like the building as well as the small classes because it makes you feel like you have a little family.”
Eshan Baig
Junior, Biomedical sciences
“Because of all the different organizations and clubs on campus, like we always are well fed. There’s a situation right now where we get free Pizookies. I think it’s kind of awesome that we come to campus and be greeted by such lovely clubs and get such lovely food.”
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Alyssa Godsill
Freshman, Elementary Education
“I really like my classes, I feel like it’s very collaborative. Everyone kind of wants to talk to each other, and I really like that.”
Sander Johnson
Junior, International Business
“I love the events. I love going to the theatre here. All the plays like that, that’s a real hoot for me.”
Eniola Sanya
Junior, Biomedical Sciences
“People are really open, really friendly here. Most times they’re probably down to talk and just make awesome friends here at USF. I think I’ve made really great friends.”
Hearing so many people’s opinions on their favorite thing satisfied my curiosity, it gave me an even better idea about what USF has to offer.
So, whether you like meeting new people or going to events, hopefully you’ll find something that suits your fancy and find your own “favorite thing” at USF.
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