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USF cancels classes, closes campuses and residence halls ahead of Hurricane Milton

October 6, 2024October 7, 2024 Riley Benson

Photo courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. By Riley Benson The University of South Florida announced virtual classes and campus closures this week ahead of Hurricane Milton, which

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USFSP set to reopen on Sunday after Hurricane Helene 

September 28, 2024September 28, 2024 Riley Benson

Photo by Sofía García Vargas | The Crow’s Nest By Riley Benson At approximately 5 p.m. students at the University of South Florida, St. Petersburg campus received confirmation that the

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Campus bubbles with excitement with the arrival of Moonlight Boba

September 23, 2024October 1, 2024 Riley Benson

Photo by Riley Benson | The Crow’s Nest By Riley Benson Students have a new spot to get an after-class treat on campus with the grand opening of Moonlight Boba

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Political engagement spreads across campus as students prepare for the 2024 elections 

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024 Riley Benson

Students attend the 2024 Presidential Debate watch party, hosted by the College Democrats.  Photo by Riley Benson | The Crow’s Nest By Riley Benson As the 2024 election approaches, students

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St. Pete is not just fighting back against banned books next week, but all year long 

September 17, 2024September 17, 2024 Riley Benson

Photo by Riley Benson | The Crow’s Nest By Riley Benson Banned Books Week 2024 kicks off from Sept. 22 to 28, with students and St. Petersburg locals gearing up

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Satellite imagery of Hurricane Ian taken on September 27th, the day before it offically made landfall in Florida.
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How is USF preparing for another hurricane season?

September 12, 2024September 12, 2024 Riley Benson

As a Category 4 storm, Hurricane Ian made landfall on the west coast of Florida on Sept. 28, 2022. Photo courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration By Riley

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Breaking down USF’s new on-campus events policy following spring protests

September 10, 2024September 10, 2024 Riley Benson

Image courtesy of tampabaysds on Instagram By Riley Benson Significant changes have been made to the University of South Florida’s campus activities policy following pro-Palestine demonstrations and encampments in April

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Black Lives Matter, Pride and more flags have been removed from the USC 

July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 Riley Benson

Image courtesy of Emma Bridegam. By Riley Benson On Tuesday, July 14, the University Student Center (USC) staff at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg (USFSP) campus was mandated

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Police arrest three Pro-Palestine protestors at USF Tampa 

April 30, 2024March 11, 2025 Riley Benson

Following nationwide demonstrations, three pro-Palestine protesters were arrested at a University of South Florida encampment. Image courtesy of tampabaysds on Instagram.  By Aubrey Carr and Riley Benson Police arrested a

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Decompress during finals with events throughout USFSP 

April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 Riley Benson

Photo by Kendall Bulkiewicz | The Crow’s Nest By Riley Benson As finals week begins across universities nationwide, the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus is full of events

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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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✍️ Story by Matthew McGovern 

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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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✍️ Story by Julia Ferrara 

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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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✍️ Story by Julia Ferrara 

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