USF has become the first Florida university to welcome 12 pieces of new green energy producing gym equipment, which have been installed in the Recreation Center. The final cost for the project was $66,691, which was covered by the Student Green Energy Fund (SGEF). The costs included the equipment itself, […]
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Aly Raisman to talk self-love and confidence at ULS
The second University Lecture Series (ULS) of the semester will feature Aly Raisman, the team captain of the Women’s Gymnastic teams in 2012 and 2016 and three-time Olympic gold medalist, who will speak on topics surrounding self-love and body positivity Tuesday night. Check-in for the event will begin at 5:30 […]
Some students say DeSantis’ anti-mask remarks were unnecessary
A Wednesday news conference at the Tampa campus hosted by Gov. Ron DeSantis for a grant to USF’s cybersecurity program became trending on Twitter, but not because of his announcement. DeSantis presented a $20 million grant from the Florida Department of Education to Cyber Florida, the Florida Center for Cybersecurity […]
USF religious groups express disapproval of unaffiliated preachers
USF-affiliated religious organizations have raised concerns over students associating them with aggressive external preachers on campus, bringing down their reputation. These same external groups have led to extensive criticism on behalf of students, according to Program Director of USF Hillel and Religious and Spiritual Life (RSL) President Sylvie Feinsmith. “It’s […]
Understaffing leaves counselors strained
Staff at the Tampa campus’ Counseling Center desire more institutional support as it faces increased pressure to maintain productivity while finding new hires amid understaffing. Since the start of the 2021-22 academic year, the Counseling Center has seen severe losses in staff. Counseling Center Director Scott Strader said the center […]
Students advocate for ASL interpreter training program, voice concerns to dean
An organized protest in front of the Marshall Student Center (MSC) saw tensions and emotions run high as students shared their reasons as to why they want to see the American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting Training Program (ITP) remain classified as a major and expand. Over 150 people attended the […]
UP holds safety checkpoint Thursday
Students driving on campus Thursday night should expect to see a higher number of University Police (UP) officers patrolling the area as part of its Comprehensive Roadside Safety Checkpoint. The checkpoint will be active from 9-10 p.m. on USF Maple Drive, according to Tuesday’s UP press release. It is designed […]
Esports Living Lab funding, opening delayed
USF Esports’ original plans of creating an in-person space, the Living Lab, has been delayed. The space is expected to be available by August, but this date remains uncertain due to the amount of funding needed for the construction process. In September, Assistant Director of the Esports program Antonio Gonzalez […]
Leland Melvin discusses ambition, diversity during Thursday’s ULS
Former NFL player and astronaut Leland Melvin grew up being inspired by abolitionist Harriet Tubman’s “watch me” attitude to dispel doubters, which he has carried through his career. Melvin told the audience at Thursday’s University Lecture Series (ULS) to be ambitious. He encouraged a student with dreams of traveling to […]
Free Immigration Legal Aid initiative now offered monthly to students
Student Government’s (SG) Free Immigration Legal Aid (FILA) initiative provides students with the opportunity to speak with a licensed immigration attorney to find the best course of action for navigating individual immigration concerns. The new program had its first session Friday and was hosted by SG Solicitor General Natalie Vlckova. […]