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USFSP talks voting in local elections

October 22, 2026October 22, 2026 Ashley Pena

By Ashley Pena and Brianna Gutierrez On Nov. 3, 2026, the first federal election since the 2024 presidential election will capture national attention. While all Florida residents can expect to

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Amid polarizing lawsuit against Cornell University, USFSP students examine the resources provided to student survivors

October 18, 2026October 22, 2026 Ashley Pena

By Secilia Ruiz and Ashley Pena Content Warning: This article contains discussions of sexual violence.  A recent civil lawsuit filed against Ivy League institution Cornell University by a former student,

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USFSP students reflect on this spring’s rising temperatures  

April 30, 2026 Ashley Pena

A look at spring on the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus.   Photo Courtesy of University of South Florida   By Ashley Pena  The bright, green oak trees and sparkling

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USFSP welcomes senior Bulls with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute  

April 2, 2026 Ashley Pena

Photo courtesy of USF  By Ashley Pena   The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), a learning program for local seniors looking to continue their education, expanded to the University of South

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USFSP students dive into the Epstein files with campus College Democrats”  

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Ashley Pena

“[This] is a humanitarian issue. It’s not a left or right issue,” said Vice President of USFSP College Democrats Morgan Heimkreiter.   Photo courtesy of Ashley Pena  By Ashley Pena and Secilia Ruiz  On Feb. 25, the

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Replaying Planet Retro Records’ Punk Rock Flea Market  

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 Ashley Pena

Photo courtesy of Ashley Pena By Ashley Pena Valentine’s Day was as much crash as it was cuddles.   The Punk Rock Flea market hosted by independent record store Planet Retro

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Bulltopia: First look at the USFSP graphic design table at Localtopia 

February 14, 2026February 14, 2026 Ashley Pena

Photo courtesy of Localtopia By Ashley Pena All year round, the City of St. Petersburg marks its calendars with any kind of market imaginable. Celebrations of fine arts, natural sciences,

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Opinion

Is queerbaiting the best representation fans can expect?  

February 4, 2026February 4, 2026 Ashley Pena

Will Byers (left) and Mike Wheeler (right) in the final season of hit Netflix series “Stranger Things”. By Ashley Pena  After four years of anticipation, “Stranger Things” released its series

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Recent Posts

  • Walk through Halloween Fest at USFSP
  • SHINE Mural Festival is back
  • South Florida’s sailing captain to compete in national championship 
  • USF St. Petersburg Multicultural Programming Board opens conversation surrounding invisible disabilities 
  • Photos: USF takes last homecoming game win in Raymond James Stadium

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Walk through Halloween Fest at USFSP USF St. Pete Walk through Halloween Fest at USFSP

USF St. Petersburg hosted its fifth annual Halloween Fest community event on Oct. 30. The event was open to all ages as St. Petersburg came together for a spooktacular night.

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The SHINE Mural Festival is returning to St. Peter The SHINE Mural Festival is returning to St. Petersburg for its twelfth year starting Nov. 6 through Nov. 15.

The festival invites local, national and international muralists to turn the walls of businesses into
aesthetic art.

All events require guests to RSVP, which can be done on the festival’s website. 

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Invisible disabilities are disabilities that a per Invisible disabilities are disabilities that a person has that may not be visible on the outside. This can include attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), arthritis, endometriosis, long covid, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and many other chronic illnesses and mental health conditions as stated by Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. 

“It’s present, but it’s present in a way that is not apparent to the naked eye,” MPB Executive Director, Fabricio Lozada told The Crow’s Nest. 

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In an interview with The Crow's Nest, van Empel an In an interview with The Crow's Nest, van Empel and coach Allison Jolly spoke about the lead-up to the championship bid and what are a few of their expectations going into the competition this weekend. 

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USF men's soccer lost 5-1 to Memphis on Friday, Oc USF men's soccer lost 5-1 to Memphis on Friday, Oct. 23. 

After a scoreless first half, Memphis managed a strong second half performance with five goals. 

Meanwhile, USF's Tyler Richardson helped the Bulls score their lone goal of the game in the 90th minute with an assist from Jakob Auby.

The loss keeps the Bulls last in the American, with a 0-5-2 conference record ahead of their second to last matchup of the season this Wednesday, Oct. 28 vs. FIU

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Who says the newspaper can’t be whimsical? Make Who says the newspaper can’t be whimsical? 

Make sure you pick up our newest issue around campus! And maybe you can decorate your own copy too ⭐️
Come eat Chick-fil-A and cheer for the Rays in the Come eat Chick-fil-A and cheer for the Rays in their first home of the World Series! 

The party will take place Monday, October 26th at 7:30 p.m. at The Edge. 

See you then! ⚾️
With the Nov. 3 Midterm Elections nearing, many ar With the Nov. 3 Midterm Elections nearing, many are gearing for the Senate and gubernatorial races. 

However, according to the Florida Department of State, only 24 percent of registered voters in Florida participate in local and municipal elections.

While federal elections have a great impact on the general population, voting in local elections can have a great effect in issues that are handled at the city-level.

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Our contributors Alex Felski, Arianna Howell, and Our contributors Alex Felski, Arianna Howell, and Kate Cannon attended this year's homecoming game, capturing some of the best moments from the 29-2 game win. 

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