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Opinion

Table for one: The art of being alone on Valentine’s Day

February 10, 2020February 11, 2020 Carrie Pinkard

By Carrie Pinkard The last time I had a date for Valentine’s Day he showed up at my house with a half-eaten bag of Hershey’s kisses.  “I went to lunch

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Campus News News

Let’s get political: Coalition forms as primary election looms

February 10, 2020February 9, 2020 Carrie Pinkard

By Carrie Pinkard The College Democrats and Turning Point USA are often found battling it out on the debate stage.  Since starting a debate series last semester, the groups have

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Arts and Life Community

Birds of prey descend on Boyd Hill

February 3, 2020February 2, 2020 Carrie Pinkard

Story and photos by Carrie Pinkard “Duck! I mean… HAWK!” an announcer yelled as a bird swooped low over the audience.  The bird was a Harris’s Hawk, the first in

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Opinion Satire Uncategorized

Satire: Punxsutawney Phil visits USF St. Petersburg

February 3, 2020February 4, 2020 Carrie Pinkard

By Carrie Pinkard I never even wanted to be a meteorologist. I wanted to be an Olympic figure skater, but my dad said, “You are Punxsutawney Phil the 34238083rd and

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News

Tensions in Iran prompt controversy on campus

January 27, 2020January 27, 2020 Carrie Pinkard

Story and photo by Carrie Pinkard At the beginning of this year, President Trump ordered a U.S. airstrike that killed Iranian general Qasem Soleimani. The aftermath of that strike led

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Arts and Life Campus

When art met science: Marine art exhibit creates community

January 20, 2020January 19, 2020 Carrie Pinkard

Photo and story by Carrie Pinkard No one thought they’d end up together.  He was calculative, precise, methodical. She was vibrant, messy and — at times — surreal.  But when

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Arts and Life Community

Don’t change the channel: A TV art exhibit comes to downtown

January 13, 2020January 12, 2020 Carrie Pinkard

Story and photos by Carrie Pinkard The television is an idol in American culture. TV trays are the altars at which we worship a frozen dinner.  People come and go

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Arts and Life Community

Santa parade signals start of holiday season

December 2, 2019December 20, 2019 Carrie Pinkard

Story and photo by Carrie Pinkard Darth Vader. A giant Nutcracker. Rudolph on a segway.  These were just a few of the characters seen marching down Beach Drive for St.

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Campus News News

Students engage in a high-caliber debate on gun control

November 12, 2019November 11, 2019 Carrie Pinkard

By Carrie Pinkard Metaphorical shots were fired as College Democrats and Turning Point USA gathered in the ballrooms for their third debate. This time, the topic was gun control.  Should

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Crow's Nest at 50

The more things seem to change…

October 28, 2019October 27, 2019 Carrie Pinkard

By Carrie Pinkard Since The Crow’s Nest was founded 50 years ago, the little harborside campus it covers has grown tremendously. We now have 40-degree programs, more than 4,500 students

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Recent Posts

  • 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
  • USFSP talks voting in local elections
  • A recap of 2026 Homecoming

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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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The Crow's Nest is looking for a new Sports Editor The Crow's Nest is looking for a new Sports Editor! Applications open through November 16th. ⚽️ 🏀 🏈 ⚾️ 🥎

For any questions or accomodations, please reach out to stp-crowsnest@usf.edu.
Last week, the Harborside Activities Board hosted Last week, the Harborside Activities Board hosted their annual Homecoming events on campus. 

After a two year break, the former Cardboard Boat Race saw a return to campus, now a kayak race named Rocky's Regatta. 

Anastasia Fox and Jessica Muratti were also named the 2026 Homecoming Royalty. 

🗞️ And in slide two... The Crow's Nest front page in the Sept. 21, 1999 issue, when our then-staff covered the first ever Cardboard Boat Race. 

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