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OPINION: Running from the pandemic, or against it?

February 21, 2021February 22, 2021 Michael Alden

Pictured Above: Mass communications graduate student Michael Alden and his father ran the Skyway Bridge Run two days after the United States’ first COVID-19 case. Courtesy of Michael Alden As

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Former regional vice chancellor of external affairs receives official congressional record for her service to USF St. Petersburg

February 14, 2021February 15, 2021 Michael Alden

Pictured Above: Helen Levine (right) described Rep. Charlie Crist as both a teacher and a leader to her as a communications specialist. Courtesy of Michael Alden By Michael Alden Helen

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Publix boycotted over heiress’s funding of events leading up to the Capitol riot

February 7, 2021February 8, 2021 Michael Alden

Pictured Above: The company condemned the violence at the Capitol but declined to comment on Fancelli’s actions in the statement. It claimed the actions that day aren’t reflective of the

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Preserving African American history through burial ground research

January 31, 2021February 1, 2021 Michael Alden

Pictured Above: The African American Burial Grounds and Remembering Project is one of 23 research projects selected for funding by a recently launched anti-racism research initiative at the university. Courtesy

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Students react to turmoil at the Capitol ahead of inauguration

January 17, 2021January 18, 2021 Michael Alden

Pictured Above: Rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol Building in an effort to halt the electoral vote count in Congress and overturn the presidential election results. Courtesy of Diliff on Wikimedia

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Florida voters pass four constitutional amendments

November 15, 2020November 16, 2020 Michael Alden

Pictured Above: Floridians voted for six amendments during the 2020 election. Aya Diab | The Crow’s Nest By Michael Alden Florida voters passed four of the six amendments to the state

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Music and Entertainment Opinion TV Review

‘The Queen’s Gambit’ is a battle of wits you won’t want to miss

November 8, 2020November 9, 2020 Michael Alden

Pictured Above: Anya Taylor-Joy plays Elizabeth Harmon in The Queen’s Gambit on Netflix. The show premiered in 2020. A second season has not been confirmed yet. Courtesy of Netflix By

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USF’s Esports program provides outlet for socialization during a turbulent semester

October 25, 2020October 28, 2020 Michael Alden

Pictured Above: USF plays against the University of Waterloo in a Rocket League match during the Collegiate Rocket League Fall 2020 tournament.  Courtesy of Antonio Gonzalez By Michael Alden While

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Finals week is near.. but have no fear! There are Finals week is near.. but have no fear!

There are plenty of events on campus to help relieve the finals stress.🤍

🎨 Graphic by Olivia Young 

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Taryn Sabia, the assistant dean of research at the Taryn Sabia, the assistant dean of research at the University of South Florida’s College of Art, Design and Performance, announced her candidacy for Tampa mayor on March 2. 

Since coming to USF in 2014, Sabia has taught graduate-level courses focused on urban design policy, climate change, sustainability, urban transportation systems and more. 

Sabia is the co-founder of Urban Charette — an organization that focuses on educating community leaders on innovative community planning and design. 

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The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), a le The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), a learning program for local seniors looking to continue their education, expanded to the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus in spring 2025. Since then, the OLLI program at USF St. Petersburg has welcomed seniors from across the city to participate in low-cost opportunities for learning. 

Each course and lecture offered in the OLLI program is geared toward building a stronger community between seniors living in St. Petersburg. In a city with a dense population of retirees, the OLLI program is an accessible way for seniors to stay active and involved. 

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Did you know Dave Crow wasn't the only face behind Did you know Dave Crow wasn't the only face behind Rocky D. Bull? You can find the others on our latest print issue! 

🎨 Comic by Kaila McEwan

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On April 6, students at USF St. Petersburg gathere On April 6, students at USF St. Petersburg gathered for a second round of debates between the political left and right. 

Like the first debate, students took sides on a range of topics including mass deportation, U.S. involvement in international conflicts, universal healthcare and whether cats are better than dogs. 

With the current political polarization occurring across the country, students find that these debates foster a peaceful dialogue between disagreeing sides.

📷 Photos by Gabriel Ballester-Rivera

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✍️ Story by Jasmin Parrado and Julia Birdsall

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Rocky D. Bull got his start not in the physical fo Rocky D. Bull got his start not in the physical form as we know him, but as a cartoon for University of South Florida Athletics to use in their newsletters. 

It wasn’t until 2003 that the mascot was unveiled as the Rocky we see today. 

The friendliness and fun personality that Rocky displays at events are extensions of the USF students under the mask. 

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A quick opening goal from Tampa Bay Rowdies midfie A quick opening goal from Tampa Bay Rowdies midfielder Marco Micaletto was one of four goals in a 2-2 draw against the Oakland Roots SC on Saturday. The other Rowdies goal was scored close to halftime, with forward Russell Cicerone recording his 100th career goal in the United States League (USL) Championship.

With the tie, the Rowdies remain one of two teams in the United that have yet to lose a match this season in the USL Championship. 

The Rowdies hit the road to play the Charleston Battery on Saturday, April 18.

📷 Photos by Irena Mesa | The Crow’s Nest

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There is only one place on the University of South There is only one place on the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus where students’ stories, cultures and passions are brought to life: Harbor Hall during the annual senior graphic arts showcase. 

On April 10, students and community members filed into Harbor Hall’s gallery space to see the graphic arts seniors’ work. Their installations serve as their thesis, a final project before graduation. 

“Senior thesis is not for the faint of heart,” graphic arts senior with a concentration in graphic design, Lauren Gaubert, told The Crow’s Nest. 

📷 Photos by María José Solís & Alisha Durosier

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✍️ Story by Alisha Durosier, Julia Birdsall, Zariya Bankston, Reagan Haskell 

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The University of South Florida has not had a func The University of South Florida has not had a functional Office of Sustainability since 2022 and in the midst of demands for USF to reinstate the office, students are calling into question how the university is progressing in its sustainability efforts. 

The last person to hold a position in the Office of Sustainability was Winnie Malumba, a 2019 USF graduate who was the executive director. 

She led two sustainability collectives, Florida For Good and B Tourism. 

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