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Opinion

Column: Bye CN, hello world

May 11, 2020May 11, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Illustration by MK Brittain By Katlynn Mullins I walked into SLC 2400 for the first time last January. I was in a hoodie, shaking and speaking inaudibly the entire time;

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Feature

Finding the light: Students are making their passions work, even in quarantine

May 7, 2020May 7, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: Cheryl the Bull stands wearing a facemask, mimicking the new social distancing guidelines citizens are supposed to abide by amid the coronavirus pandemic. Thomas Iacobucci | The Crow’s

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Campus News News

Newly elected SG leader under Title IX investigation

May 6, 2020May 5, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: Isaiah Castle said he believes investigators will find that he has “done nothing wrong” and that he will be cleared of “any wrongdoing.” Cassidy Schuck | The Crow’s

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Currall’s virtual town hall provides reassurance, leaves some questions

April 9, 2020April 10, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: USF system President Steven Currall shows a face mask developed by a USF researcher during an April 9 virtual town hall. These face masks are being used by

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Campus News News

Watch online or wait until August? USF announces alternate graduation options

April 7, 2020April 7, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: “Congratulations to the class of 2020,” said USF system President Steven Currall, pictured in a video sent to students on April 7. “We’re so proud of you.” Courtesy

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No computer? No problem: SG kickstarts laptop loan program

April 3, 2020April 3, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: According to Student Body President Jazzy Duarte, more than 100 laptops were ordered for the St. Petersburg campus, and the library offered 14 of its already-owned laptops for

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Opinion

Opinion: In a pandemic, the importance of ‘the next right thing’

March 20, 2020March 20, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: This picture from Spring 2016 shows a bird’s-eye view from atop a crane sitting where the new residence hall is being built. Courtesy of Ronny Howell By Katlynn

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Opinion

Opinion: Conspiracies unleashed: MIZE’s newest gallery tells all

March 9, 2020March 8, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: Julia Wingle (right), a senior marketing major, converses with Robert Dennard III, one of the contributing artists for the latest exhibit called “CONSPIRACY,” at the MIZE Gallery. Thomas

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Feature

New art exhibit leaves The Bends pouring more than drinks

March 9, 2020May 25, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: A pair of bargoers observe Tampa-based artist Emily Tan’s exhibit, “overthinking.” on Friday, March 6. Thomas Iacobucci | The Crow’s Nest By Katlynn Mullins At first glance, it’s

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Amid uncertainty, SG proposes cuts to its own budget

March 2, 2020March 1, 2020 Kat Piccolo

Pictured above: This year, SG’s budget request has declined to $142,464 — a 32 percent decrease when accounting for the funds no longer available from the reserves. Anna Bryson |

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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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