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Sunday, May 10, 2026

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New electric car charging stations plugged in

USF St. Petersburg’s latest initiative in its effort to attain sustainability and reduce its ecological footprint was unveiled on March 21 when two electric vehicle charging stations were opened near the Tavern. The 240-watt stations charge cars such as the Chevy Volt much faster than standard outlets. USFSP’s stations are open to the public and

15 students running for seats on SG senate

The Crow’s Nest sent questionnaires to Student Government Senate candidates asking about their campus involvement, why they decided to run, and what their priorities would be if elected. Read what those who responded had to say before voting, from March 5 through March 8.   Brian Bauroth Sophomore biology major Current SG senator, Musician Society

Voting underway in contested SG election

The two candidates vying for the Student Government’s top spot are hoping to put an end to the contention and personal rivalries that have hampered the organization’s efforts over the past year. This week, students will decide between two competing visions for SG represented by James Scott, a current senator and former president, and Mark

Lombardi-Nelson and Lopez: ‘Real college experience’

Student Government should be at the center of campus culture, creating and fostering “college experiences,” said presidential candidate Mark Lombardi-Nelson. “One of our main priorities is providing a real college experience by getting more events out there, by supporting our clubs and making sure they’re successful,” Lombardi-Nelson said. If elected, Lombardi-Nelson said he will expand

James Scott and April Parsons: ‘Provide student services’

Student Government doesn’t create campus culture, said SG presidential candidate James Scott. Rather, Scott and his vice presidential running mate April Parsons say SG should provide the services students need to create that culture for themselves. “We should provide the services, and provide the voice and the representation,” he said. The SG president should devote

Marching in memory of Martin Luther King Jr.

Since 1986, the National MLK Drum Major for Justice Parade has drawn thousands to the streets of St. Petersburg.  USFSP students and staff came out to join in the parade with beads and candy for the eager visitors.  Many student clubs and organizations showed their support for the community including: Student Government, the Black Student

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