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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA® 2020-2021 STUDENT PLANNER & HANDBOOK
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Introduction...... 1 CAMPUS RESOURCES...... 175 Student Planner Committee...... 176 STUDENT HANDBOOK...... 3 About USF Student Government...... 178 Tampa Campus Parking Map...... 4 Student Government Services, Letter From USF President...... 6 Programs & Traditions...... 179 Letter From the Vice President for Student Success...... 7 SAFE Team...... 180 Letter From SG President & Vice President...... 8 Bulls Media...... 181 Letter From Tampa Governor & Lieutenant Governor...9 Student Government Computer Services...... 182 Commitment to Honor...... 10 Student Government Advising, Important Contacts...... 11 Training & Operations...... 183 Student Conduct & Ethical Development...... 12 Center for Student Involvement...... 184 USF Housing & Residential Education...... 13 Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement...... 185 USF Smoking Policy...... 25 Office of Multicultural Affairs...... 186 Student Health & Wellness...... 26 New Student Connections...... 187 HIV & AIDS Resources...... 27 Religious & Spritual Life...... 188 Student Accessibility Services...... 28 USF Student Traditions...... 189 Student Ombuds Office...... 29 Phyllis P. Marshall Student Center...... 191 Dean of Students Office...... 30 Recreation & Wellness...... 193 Student Outreach and Support & SOCAT...... 31 Campus Safety...... 194 Center for Victim Advocacy...... 32 AROUND THE TAMPA BAY AREA...... 195 USF Library...... 33 Parking & Transportation Services...... 34 Office of Financial Aid...... 36 Bull2Bull Financial Education...... 37 Internships & Jobs...... 38 Academic Calendar...... 39
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STUDENT HANDBOOK...... 3 Tampa Campus Parking Map...... 4 Letter From USF President...... 6 Letter From the Vice President for Student Success...... 7 Letter From SG President & Vice President...... 8 Letter From Tampa Governor & Lieutenant Governor...9 Commitment to Honor...... 10 Important Contacts...... 11 Student Conduct & Ethical Development...... 12 USF Housing & Residential Education...... 13 USF Smoking Policy...... 25 Student Health & Wellness...... 26 HIV & AIDS Resources...... 27 Student Accessibility Services...... 28 Student Ombuds Office...... 29 Dean of Students Office...... 30 Student Outreach and Support & SOCAT...... 31 Center for Victim Advocacy...... 32 USF Library...... 33 Parking & Transportation Services...... 34 Office of Financial Aid...... 36 Bull2Bull Financial Education...... 37 Internships & Jobs...... 38 Academic Calendar...... 39
Policies, USF Regulations, and the Student Code of Conduct, please refer to the websites of:
The Office of the General Counsel (usf.edu/OGC) and Student Conduct & Ethical Development (usf.edu/sced) 3 4 5 LETTER FROM USF PRESIDENT
Dear students:
Welcome to the University of South Florida for the 2020-2021 academic year. For our new Bulls, you have just taken your first steps toward your future, and we are proud to be part of your journey. And for our returning students, welcome back. This is a great time to be a member of the USF community. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national rankings than USF.
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic in the spring, our commitment has been – and remains – to make decisions that prioritize your welfare and that of our faculty and staff. The modifications and precautions we have implemented are designed to support the high-quality academic instruction and services you expect from USF while maintaining health and safety.
There are many wonderful opportunities available at USF – both on-campus and virtually. Involvement while in college is directly linked to student success. From academic and professional to community service and special interest, there are more than 600 registered student organizations at USF. They offer countless ways to get involved in efforts you care about, connect with fellow students who will become lifelong friends, and give you the chance to contribute to a positive campus environment.
In a little over 60 years, USF has become a national leader in education and research. Our award-winning focus on student success attracts talented students who excel while at USF, then launch successful careers in the fast-paced, global community. I encourage you to consider an undergraduate research opportunity during your academic career.
USF is proud to be a welcoming, inclusive community that attracts the courageous, the bold, the dreamers; those who believe the future is full of opportunities yet to be realized. Our dedicated, world-class faculty and staff are here to support you in your academic progress and career ambitions, as well as in your personal growth and health.
Your college years can define your life, and we know the relationships you create with mentors and friends will be with you for decades to come. You’ve worked hard to get here, and we are incredibly pleased you are part of the USF family.
Best wishes for a successful academic year.
Sincerely,
Steven C. Currall President and Professor
6 LETTER FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
Dear students,
Welcome to USF!
The beginning of a new academic year is an exciting time for all of us. Many of you are just starting out on your academic journey and I want you to understand that the entire campus community is here to provide support and guidance along the way, virtually and in-person as permitted.
Our academic advisors can help you choose an appropriate major and realize your goals. Career counselors will guide you as you sort through many career options and help prepare you for success in your chosen field. Our staff members in New Student Connections and Residential Education will help you to connect with other students and find common interests. USF’s professors will deliver insights while promoting critical thinking and problem solving using the latest technologies. Our custodians and groundskeepers will maintain innovative learning spaces and a campus that will make you proud to be a Bull. In short, USF CARES! We are here to support your timely progression to graduation with the degree of your choice.
As you start your journey, please take full advantage of the high-quality educational experiences that are all around you. Don’t just wait for education to come to you; go looking for it. Get to know your professors and your fellow students; get involved with a student organization (or two); participate in campus activities; cheer on our Bulls athletes; volunteer for community service; find an internship or cooperative experience; or engage in a research project with a faculty member.
At USF, you can expect to experience and contribute to lively exchanges and powerful learning experiences in classrooms and laboratories. You will find art shows, musicals, lectures, concerts, athletic events, movies, and more – the kinds of intellectual and cultural activities that enrich your educational experience. Use this planner to organize your studies, tap into campus resources, and chart your own path to success.
We look forward to helping you make the most of your opportunities as a USF Bull!
Best Regards, Paul Dosal Paul Dosal, Ph.D. Vice President - Student Success
7 LETTER FROM SG PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT
Letter from Student Government
The University of South Florida is built on the foundation of learning, a broadened global perspective, and an emphasis on the well-being of each individual student. We hope that these guiding principles will allow you to find your home here at USF. You will find that USF Bulls are a pool of strong, diverse, and vibrant individuals and we are beyond excited that you have decided to join the fastest-rising university in the country.
Student Government strives to be your resource in advocating for the needs of all students and to create an inclusive and well-rounded university experience. We are able to do that by utilizing the Activity & Service Fee that is included in our tuition to fund resources such as the Marshall Student Center, Recreational Centers, Homecoming Concerts, Student Organizations, University Departments, and a plethora of other resources to ensure you make the most out of your time here at USF.
Our Student Government is composed of three branches. The legislative branch works to improve the overall procedures and governing documents of the University as well as allocating student fees to campus resources. The judicial branch works to interpret the laws of the University as well as handle parking citation appeals. The executive branch works to create programs and initiatives to improve the student experience. Our 2020 campaign ran on the platform of G.O.L.D. -- Green, Opportunity, Loyalty, and Development. Some key initia- tives included: an international student career fair, improved pedestrian safety, and expansion of mental health services on all campuses. For more information on specific initiatives and for ways to get involved, visit the USF Student Government website, usf.edu/sg.
To meet the challenge of consolidation, Student Government aims to unite all campuses under one goal: creating a diverse and inclusive environment that allows every student to find their unique identity and home here at USF. Consolidation has brought a new meaning to the phrase Bull Pride. Bull Pride extends beyond the walls of each campus and resides in the heart of every student who calls themselves a USF Bull. Every student has the capacity to create positive change at USF, and we encourage you to get involved in what you are passionate about and leave a legacy you will be proud of.
Having you join the Bull family warms our hearts and we promise to strive every day to represent you to the best of our abilities. We strongly believe in creating an environment that feels like home and we hope that you join us in this effort and come to feel USF is your home too.
Welcome to the Bull Family.
With Bull Pride,
Claire Mitchell Gustavo Spangher
USF Student Body President USF Student Body President 2020-2021 2020-2021 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Office: MSC 4300 Office: MSC 4300
“If you walk in the footprints of others, you won’t make any of your own.” - Unknown
8 LETTER FROM TAMPA GOVERNOR & LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
For those of you just beginning your journey at the University of South Florida, welcome to your new home. For those of you returning, welcome back. The years that you spend in college can be some of the most transformative years of your life. The opportunities on this campus are seemingly endless. Here at USF, you can continue to build upon your established passions and skill sets, or you can start anew and strive to find out who you are and what you are passionate about. The most important thing that we can tell you, is to not be afraid to try. If you are interested in a student organization, attend a meeting. If you want an on-campus job, apply. If there is a professor that is doing research that fascinates you, show up to their office hours and cultivate a relationship with them. Be bold and take your collegiate journey into your own hands.
Speaking of opportunity, effective this year, USF is now “One University Geographically Distributed.” The Tampa, Saint Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee campuses are now under the same accreditation. No matter what one’s home campus may be, we are all Bulls and we can all benefit from the unique opportunities that each campus provides. Student Government has consolidated as well. There is now a system-wide Student Government led by the Student Body President and Vice President, as well as local Student Governments at each of the three campuses led by the Governors and Lieutenant Governors.
We are honored to be serving as Tampa’s first ever Governor and Lt. Governor and we look forward to phasing into the future of USF with this new structure. Our jobs are focused on the Tampa campus and each initiative on our platform is a direct response to an interaction with a fellow USF Tampa student. A couple of our initiatives include establishing a Student Entrepreneurship Fair where students can promote their talents and skills in a market setting, and launching a Diversity Council where students of various backgrounds can come together to dialog about current issues on campus and collaborate on effective responses. The bottom line is that the Tampa locality of Student Government is here to ensure that the voice of the Tampa students is heard. We are comprised of three branches: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial. The Tampa Executive branch provides valuable services to students through programming, new initiatives, and the agencies: BullsMedia, SAFE Team, and Computer Services. The Tampa Legislative branch consists of the Campus Council and the Tampa Judicial branch consists of the Circuit Court. Student Government’s impact is made possible by the activity and service fee that all USF students pay through their tuition. We use the fee to fund various student organizations, departments, programs, and activities. Free printing, free rides to football games, all-night library hours, and so much more have been implemented by USF students who demonstrate initiative and determination within Student Government or through collaboration with Student Government.
The continued success of the university and the success of our initiatives are contingent upon your participation. By choosing USF, you are officially contributing to the betterment of the fastest-rising public university in the country. But why stop there? Come meet us and tell us how you want to make your mark and leave your legacy here at USF Tampa.
In Bull Pride,
Spencer Zach McCloskey Blair-Andrews
USF Tampa Governor USF Tampa Lt. Governor 2020-2021 2020-2021 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Office: MSC 4300 Office: MSC 4300
9 COMMITMENT TO HONOR & LIVING THE COMMITMENT
As an ethical community, the University of South Florida is dedicated to the ideals of excellence in student development, academic learning, scholarship and research. By joining this community, each member is expected to accept and live these commitments: I resolve to maintain the honor and integrity of the university community in pursuit of student development, academic learning, scholarship and research. Living the Commitment: A commitment to this resolution upholds our core values of honesty, diligence and trust within our academic and professional lives. This means that authentic and sincere efforts motivate our work while we strive for genuine, trustworthy interactions. • I resolve to respect the dignity and intrinsic value of all persons. Living the Commitment: A commitment to this resolution requires appreciation for another’s personal right to explore freely, to express oneself responsibly, and to participate actively in building an environment of mutual respect and inclusion for each individual. This means that we will support equal rights and opportuni- ties for all people, while exhibiting behaviors that are compassionate and considerate to others. • I resolve to contribute to the progress and greater good of the community. Living the Commitment: A commitment to this resolution motivates us to serve the University with words and actions that generate a positive impact on the future of the whole community. This means that active and creative thought and contributions within a collegial environment will expand both the nature and scope of knowledge and the quality of community life. • I resolve to strive for excellence and discovery for myself, others, and the University. Living the Commitment: A commitment to this resolution confirms the shared values that make the University a strong community. We hold high expectations for our own academic and professional work. Concurrently, we endeavor to support the success of others as we all seek to contribute to the mission of the University. As a student at USF, 1 will honor this commitment and support and challenge others to do the same.
10 IMPORTANT CONTACTS *IN THE CASE OF AN EMERGENCY CALL 911*
ON CAMPUS OFF CAMPUS DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE NATIONAL HELP LINES TAMPA...... 813.974.6677 COCAINE...... 1.888.968.9864 ALCOHOL ABUSE & USF POLICE DEPARTMENT CRISIS INTERVENTION...... 1.888.968.9864 TAMPA...... 813.974.2628 NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON (NON-EMERGENCY - TAMPA CAMPUS) DRUG ABUSE...... 800.662.4357 NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF COUNSELING CENTERS MENTAL HEALTH...... 800.969.6642 TAMPA...... 813.974.2831 ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE HOTLINE...... 800.234.0420 ST. PETERSBURG...... 727.873.4422 AI-ANON...... 1.800.356.9996 SARASOTA...... 941.487.4254 AMERICAN COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM...... 1.800.572.5344 ADVOCACY CENTER TAMPA...... 813.974.5756 LOCAL HELP LINES CRIME VICTIM HELPLINE...... 813.974.5757 ALCOHOL ANONYMOUS (AA) (24 HOUR ANSWERING SERVICE) STUDENT SUCCESS TAMPA...... 813.933.9123 TAMPA...... 813.974.5533 ST. PETERSBURG...... 727.323.9644 ST. PETERSBURG...... 727.873.4162 SARASOTA...... 941.951.6810 SARASOTA...... 941.359.4268 AL-ANON STUDENT OMBUDS OFFICE TAMPA...... 813.881.9372 TAMPA...... 813.974.0835 PALM HARBOR...... 727.548.6811 STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES/ SARASOTA...... 941.749.1750 WELLNESS CENTERS TAMPA...... 813.974.2331 ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS (ACOA) ST. PETERSBURG...... 727.873.4422 TAMPA...... 310.534.1815 SARASOTA...... 941.487.4254 ST. PETERSBURG...... 727.443.7463
USF INFORMATION NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS (NA) CALL...... 813.974.2011 TAMPA...... 813.879.4357 (FOR HELP WITH FOOD, HOUSING, EMPLOYMENT, ST. PETERSBURG...... 727.547.0444 HEALTH CARE, COUNSELING AND MORE) SARASOTA...... 941.957.7910
CRISIS CENTER TAMPA...... 813.964.1964
11 STUDENT CONDUCT & ETHICAL DEVELOPMENT FORMERLY STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Conduct & Ethical Development supports the goals, mission, values, and visions of the University of South Florida by promoting responsibility and adherence to the standards of behavior outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. Student Conduct & Ethical Development collaborates with the community to advocate for a safe environment that promotes personal accountability and supports student success. Student Conduct & Ethical Development facilitates educational opportunities through meaningful interactions with students to encourage their academic, emotional, and professional development. Our goal is to create environments that empower students to engage as ethical citizens in a diverse global society.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT For the most current version of the Student Code of Conduct (USF Regulation 6.0021), visit https://usf.app.box.com/v/usfregulation60021
Or scan this code using your smartphone:
RELEVANT POLICIES For other relevant policies and regulations, visit usf.edu/sced. Academic Disruption Missing Persons Alcohol Parking Regulation Hazing Regulation Student Organization Regulations Housing Handbook Title IX and Sexual Misconduct/Harassment Medical Amnesty
CONTACT INFORMATION Student Conduct & Ethical Development University of South Florida 4202 E. Fowler Ave, ALN 109 Tampa, FL 33620 (O) 813-974-9443 (F) 813-974-7383 usf.edu/sced
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WELCOME TO USF’S RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY (813) 974-0001 / [email protected] www.usf.edu/housing
Welcome to the University of South Florida residential community. Living on campus will contribute to your learning and academic success, provide many opportunities for involvement, create lifelong friendships, and offer conveniences only experienced when living on campus! As a member of this community, you are responsible for developing and living by community standards and expectations. The experiences you encounter living with others will help to develop skills you will need to succeed in organizations, neighborhoods, and communities for the rest of your life. Get ready for an exciting time of to developing friendships, learning, engagement, and growth. We encourage you to interact with your neighbors and get involved as much as possible. Thank you for choosing to Live the Bull’s life!
Our Vision Our dynamic residential experience produces proud USF alumni and engaged global citizens.
Our Mission We are dedicated to creating safe and welcoming residential communities that promote student success.
Motto Best place to live. Best place to work. Best place to learn.
Commitment to Community Educational Priority Housing & Residential Education employs a Residential Curriculum to provide a holistic learning experience. The Residential Curriculum supports the development of residents into global citizens who are socially, culturally and personally responsible, academically and professionally prepared. all residents through an evidence-based approach to learning, and the implementation of relevant strategies for residential students. Our Educational Priority is: At the conclusion of the residential experience, students will be global citizens who are holistically well, interpersonally competent and academically engaged. This means that you as a resident play a vital role in creating an environment that will help USF students grow and succeed at the university.
Commitment to Diversity Housing & Residential Education promotes healthy living and learning environments within our inclusive community and does not discriminate on the basis of a person’s race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, disability, marital status, disabled veteran status, or sexual orientation. We strive to create a supportive and constructive environment in which everyone feels free and comfortable to contribute to the community. This can only be accomplished when multicultural understanding exists. To experience growth, we must allow ourselves to incorporate new perspectives into our framework, despite the discomfort this may initially cause. With this in mind, Housing & Residential Education will provide opportunities for you to share your experiences, values and beliefs, and to hear the same from others. In turn, we ask that you work with us to create a safe, supportive environment that will allow assumptions, biases, and prejudices to be identified and challenged.
Disability and Accommodations For reasonable accommodations within the living environment or at programs, please contact the Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life Coordinator. If you are unsure of who to contact, please email [email protected].
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SECTION 1: STUDENT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Hall Councils Each residence hall has a Hall Council that plans activities for the community. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable event planning and leadership skills while developing relationships with your neighbors. Learn how to get involved by asking your Resident Assistant (RA), Community Manager (CM), or Residence Life Coordinator. Residence Hall Association (RHA) RHA is a student organization that represents all campus residents. Weekly meetings include Senators from each Hall Council, the RHA Executive Board, and the RHA Advisor(s). RHA hosts leadership development initiatives and events to inspire a greater sense of belonging throughout campus. Furthermore, RHA advocates for residential students in an effort to enhance the campus living experience. RHA is an outstanding opportunity to deepen your connection to the university. National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) The National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) is a student organization that supports the top one percent of student leaders living in the residence halls. This organization invests in the professional and leadership development of its members. NRHH also dedicates time to the recognition of residential students and staff. For example, NRHH regularly awards Of the Month (OTM) awards. To recognize the contributions of others, all residential community members are encouraged to submit OTM nominations: https://otms.nrhh.org/ SECTION 2: POLICIES & GUIDELINES POLICIES AND GUIDELINES MAY BE MODIFIED AND UPDATED DURING THE YEAR AND AFTER THE PRINTING OF THIS PLANNER. UPDATED INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND ONLINE AT: www.usf.edu/housing/resources/policies.aspx Living in a residence hall represents a unique opportunity to experience community living. In a community, residents are afforded rights and have responsibilities to uphold the policies and procedures of Housing & Residential Education and the USF Student Code of Conduct. All residents will be held accountable to the USF Student Code of Conduct, Federal and State Law, and the Housing & Residential Education student housing agreement Housing contract. The University reserves the right to make additional and/or modify existing rules and regulations. Housing & Residential Education agrees to make every reasonable effort to inform resident residential students of any regulation changes or pertinent policy information. Alcohol The possession and consumption of alcohol is a privilege provided to those of legal age living within the residence halls with certain restrictions. These restrictions are designed to support the safety and well-being of all students. Any behavior deemed disruptive that interferes with the rights of students living in housing due to alcohol consumption will lead to disciplinary action. Consumption of alcoholic beverages and/or possession of open alcoholic containers are strictly prohibited in public areas. Public areas include hallways, labs, lounges, office areas, stairwells, common areas, community kitchens, public bathrooms, any non-approved recreational areas, outside buildings and any other areas deemed public by Housing & Residential Education. Residents 21 and older: • May possess and consume alcohol only within the strict confines of their room or apartment • May possess and/or consume alcohol in the presence of their underage roommate • May not drink and/or possess an open container when underage guests are present in the student room/ apartment
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Residents under 21: • May not be in possession of or consume alcohol • May not have any guests, even those of legal drinking age, consume alcohol in the room/apartment. Residents may not possess excessive amounts of alcohol. The definition of “excessive” will be at the discretion of the Housing & Residential Education staff. Kegs, party balls, beer bongs, beer pong tables or large vessels that contain alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited within residence halls and surrounding areas. The creation or playing of games that encourage the drinking of alcohol is prohibited. Appliances/Cooking Use of electrical appliances is permitted in rooms and apartments only under certain guidelines. Due to concern for fire and safety standards, only microwaves which use less than 1,000 watts, automatic coffee makers, and refrigerators which do not exceed 4.5 cubic feet may be used in student rooms and suites. Please plug appliances into separate outlets in order to reduce the risk of losing power. The following appliances are not allowed to be used in individual bedrooms or suites: • Toasters • George Foreman grills (or similar appliances) • Hot plates • Roasters • Popcorn poppers • Deep freezers The above appliances are allowed in apartments that contain a kitchen area. For more information as to specific appliances allowed within your room, please see your RA/CM. Cooking is strictly prohibited in bedrooms or suites, but suites but may be done in designated cooking areas in each building and within apartment kitchens. Damages It is the responsibility of the occupant(s) to pay for the replacement or repair of damaged property within a resident’s room or in areas adjacent to it (i.e., windows, doors, and suite study areas). Charges may also be incurred for not cleaning the room properly, failure to return the room to its original condition at checkout, or not returning one’s keys to the area desk at check-out. Residents may be responsible for damages that may occur in common areas. Common areas may include, but are not limited to, suites, lounges, kitchens, bathrooms, hallways, stairwells, mail rooms, and elevators. Residents may be billed for damage, vandalism, stolen furniture, or housekeeping charges in a common area. Doors Never prop open or disable an exterior door. Disabling or propping open building exterior doors carries the same may carry consequences similar consequences as tampering with other fire and life safety equipment and may result in immediate disciplinary action. End door alarms (installed in some communities) will be armed nightly from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. and are not to be used during these times. End doors should only be used in the event of an emergency or as directed by a staff member. Tampering with end doors, including door propping and alarm disabling or destruction are Is prohibited. Elevators In order to keep elevators in safe working conditions, the following are prohibited and may result in disciplinary action: Intentional damage/and or vandalism, misuse, or tampering with elevators; smoking/vaping in elevators; overloading or jumping; use of emergency alarms and/or emergency stops in non-emergency situations.
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Fire and Safety All residents are required to follow these fire and safety regulations. Our Fire and Safety regulations follow mandates set by the USF Office of Environmental Health and Safety. Fire drills are required at the beginning of each semester to ensure that residents know what to do in the event of a fire and how to properly evacuate the building. Please review Fire and Safety information on the USF Office of Environmental Health and Safety website: Fire and Safety Equipment In the interest of safety for all residents, it is imperative that fire and safety equipment is operable at all times. Tampering with fire and safety equipment is a third degree felony (Florida Statue 806.10). Therefore, the following acts are prohibited: • Covering a detector or in some other way rendering a smoke detector inoperable • Obstructing stairwells and/or corridors with furniture, debris, and other materials • Disabling or propping open the exterior door to any building Restricted items and actions The following are prohibited because of their serious potential as fire hazards: • Open flames such as candles, incense, smoking, the burning of any materials, or other flame-emitting items. • Use or possession of fireworks or firecrackers. • Extension cords (only power strips with built in circuit breakers are allowed in the halls). • Personal grills • Flammable Liquids (and other hazardous chemicals) • Electric heaters or portable heaters • Lava lamps, halogen lamps and all lamps with paper shades. Never cover any light with any material that prevents the free flow of air around the bulb. • Extreme care should be taken with appliances such as curling irons, hair dryers, and irons. Do not leave these items on when not in use or place them next to flammable areas such as on the carpet or on beds. • Large gatherings. Private gatherings held in student rooms/apartments must be confined to that specific room or apartment. The Housing & Residential Education staff reserves the right to determine if the occupancy of the room/apartment for private gatherings exceeds the amount that would be considered in violation of fire and safety regulations. • Paper, fishnets, parachutes, flags, drapes, curtains, tapestries curtains, tapestries, or other combustible items must not be hung from or attached to room ceilings, walls or windows; they constitute a fire hazard. Items may not be hung from sprinkler heads, no matter how light they are. Hanging items on sprinklers may break or interfere with the mechanism or set off the sprinkler Fire, Health & Safety Inspections Housing & Residential Education staff will facilitate Fire, Health, and Safety Inspections each semester with at least 24 hours’ notice to residents. Any violations found during these inspections must be corrected within the specified time period Residents are to immediate correct unsafe or potentially hazardous conditions in your room (such as overloaded power outlets) as requested by staff. Failure to correct fire, health, and safety violations may result in disciplinary actions. Interactions with Housing, Residential Education and University Staff Housing & Residential Education staff members who, in the course of their duties, are confronted with violations of University policy, are obligated to report them. Housing staff members include Administrators, Residence Life Coordinators, Assistant Life Coordinators, resident assistants, community managers, facilities staff, custodial staff and desk workers. The harassment of any housing staff member (of USF or of a partner representative) may result in disciplinary action.
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Keys In the interest of safety and security, residents are prohibited from giving their room key and/or access card(s) to anyone else to use. Keys are not to be duplicated under any circumstances. It is the responsibility of residents to report and pay for the replacement of any lost or stolen keys. Maintenance Housing & Residential Education USF and Village Facilities Maintenance staff strives to provide the best living environment for all residents. The Maintenance and Housekeeping staff and residents share responsibility to maintain all rooms and buildings. Your responsibilities include: • Maintaining the condition of your room and its contents • Timely reporting of damages and concerns to School Dude (Submit Maintenance Requests via the link on the usf.edu/housing homepage) • Arrangement of furniture and belongings to facilitate easy access by maintenance staff (bathroom cleanings, AC filter changes, etc.) • Restitution for damages to the physical area of your room (including the window and the exterior door). Motorized Vehicle and Traffic Rules and Regulations Motorcycles, mopeds, golf carts, other motorized vehicles or parts to a motorized vehicle may not be stored in the buildings at any time, including the period between semesters. These vehicles must be properly parked in a designated parking spot on campus, following parking rules and regulations. Pets Fish in aquariums limited to 10 gallons are the only pets allowed in on-campus housing. All other pets are prohibited, even to visit for a short time. Posting/Advertising Materials Any materials posted in common areas including outside of room/apartment doors, windows, hallways, lounges, kitchens, common areas, etc. are subject to approval by Housing & Residential Education staff. Materials posted inside rooms such as posters, pictures, etc. must be agreed upon by all roommate(s). Fliers posted in common areas of the residence halls must receive approval via the Residence Hall Flier Approval form, accessible at usf.edu/housing > Resources > Promotions & Reservations. Please refer to this form to view current requirements and procedures. Quiet Hours Quiet hours are: Sunday–Thursday from 10 p.m. until 10 a.m. Friday–Saturday from midnight (12 a.m.) until to noon 12 p.m. During these hours, residents are expected to refrain from excessive noise and other disruptive activities. Non-designated quiet times are “courtesy hours.” Courtesy hours are in effect 24 hours a day. Residents are expected to maintain reasonable volume levels (including conversations in stairwells), not slam doors, and limit music volume. Students are expected to comply when a request is made by fellow residents or staff members regarding noise. During Reading Days and Finals Week, 24-hour quiet hours are in effect until the completion of the final exams period. Residence Hall Network The primary purpose of this network is to support students’ educational goals. In support of these goals, the following activities are prohibited: • Setting up a router and building a private subnet. • Setting up ANY type of information server such as a web, gopher, email, game, etc. • Propagating e-mail chain letters; forging mail; allowing unauthorized persons access to the Network
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• The use of the Network for personal financial gain • Copying University-owned or licensed information to another computer without prior written approval • Modifying or attempting to modify University-owned or licensed information including software and data • Attempting to damage or disrupt networking services • The use of the Network, the University’s campus-wide network, or related resources in the commission of crime • The use of traffic-intensive applications that may cause problems within the network or dilute the level of service to other users • No print servers, mail servers, FTP servers, etc. are allowed. The network sharing of any computer-related device or materials that may cause excessive network traffic is forbidden. For policies, procedures and protocol relating to the USF Information Technology (IT), please refer here: www. usf.edu/it/class-prep/residence-hall-information.aspx and here: www.usf.edu/it/ Guests You are responsible for the conduct of your guests, regardless of who they are, when they are present in on-campus housing. If you intend to have guests in the hall, be aware that you may be subject to disciplinary action because of their behavior. Additionally, residence hall university staff members (or their designee) reserve the right to ask any nonresident to leave the residence halls. See also “Visitation” Activities within Your Room Along with your roommate, you are fully responsible for all activities that occur in your room. Even if you are not actively involved in a policy violation, you may still be held responsible if you are present during a violation, or if you give others access to your room. Therefore, you should always lock your room when you leave, even if you leave for only a few minutes. This will prevent others from committing violations in your room without your knowledge. It is your responsibility to put an end to any violation that occurs in your room, and to call Housing or Residential Education staff and/or University Police if you need assistance. Roommate Agreement All residents are required to complete a roommate agreement at the beginning of the assignment into their room. Resident Assistants and Community Managers will use the roommate agreement to open a discussion with each resident, and resident and address any real and/or potential roommate conflicts. The Roommate Agreement, once agreed upon and signed by all roommates and a Housing & Residential Education staff member, is considered a binding agreement. If roommate conflicts continue all roommates are encouraged to attend mediation with the Resident Life Coordinator or Assistant Resident Life Coordinator. Smoking, Tobacco, Vapor USF is a tobacco-free, smoke-free, and vapor-free campus. USF is committed to providing a safe, healthy and enjoyable learning, living and working environment. Smoking and use of tobacco products are not allowed in any indoor or outdoor areas, including residence halls, parking garages, grounds, sidewalks or recreational areas. This policy also includes the use of e-cigarettes. By becoming a tobacco, smoke and vapor free campus, USF hopes to promote overall health and wellness for the university community and create a more attractive and enjoyable campus experience by completely eliminating smoking and tobacco product use. Visit http://www.usf.edu/administrative-services/environmental-health-safety/tobacco-free/ for more information. Solicitation Solicitation by organizations or individuals, for commercial or personal gain, is not permitted. If a person is found to be soliciting in the residence halls, please report the person’s name and company to University Police immediately.
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Sports within the Buildings In the interest of personal safety and out of respect for the hall environment, sports of any nature are not permitted in the hallways, bathrooms, lobbies, elevators or other common areas of the building. This includes throwing any objects from or at a residence hall building. Examples of prohibited items include footballs, Frisbees, squirt guns and water pistols, Nerf guns, and sling-shots. Riding skateboards, including longboards is prohibited inside buildings. Subletting A room may be occupied only by the student to whom it is assigned. The residence hall space may not be sublet to another person (Reference: Student Housing Contract Agreement). Vandalism It is not acceptable to deface, damage, or destroy property, including but not limited to: personal property, bulletin boards, lounge areas, bathroom facilities, elevators, and other common areas. Visitation Hosting visitors is considered a privilege. A resident’s right to comfortably study, sleep, and have privacy in their room or apartment at any time takes priority over any resident’s ability to host a guest. A resident’s request for any guest to leave at any time must be honored. The safety and security of a comfortable environment could be compromised if unwanted guests are present, or if guests refuse to leave because they are visiting within posted visitation hours. Guests must be escorted by a resident at all times. Visitation is defined as periodic visits of guests and does not encompass cohabitation in a room, suite or apartment as each space in university housing may be occupied only by the student to whom it is contracted. Residents are not permitted to loan keys or access cards to guests at any time. Prior roommate approval is required for any guest regardless of the length of visit. Roommates are to discuss visitation expectations with those in the room, apartment, or suite they are assigned. However, even with consent, no visitor may stay more than 3 nights in a 30-day period. All residents will have the opportunity to vote for one of three guest visitation policy choices at the beginning of the Fall Semester. 1. No guest visitation. 2. Guest visitation between 10 a.m. and 2 a.m., Monday through Thursday with weekend guest visitation beginning at 10 a.m. Friday and continuing until 2 a.m. Monday. 3. 24 hours a day/seven days a week guest visitation. Visitation within student rooms must be determined by mutual agreement among roommates. Weapons No weapons of any kind are permitted in any residential facility. Residents who bring anything deemed to be a weapon into the residence halls are subject to disciplinary action, including suspension of their student housing contract. agreement. Windows / Screens Open windows have a detrimental effect on the air conditioning for the building. Each window has been sealed to prevent water intrusion. In some buildings, windows can be opened by residents; however, residents should keep personal security in mind. Windows may only be used as a means to enter and exit a building in an emergency. Window screens are never to be removed from the window. Room, suite and apartment windows may not be decorated or obstructed, remain clear from obstruction and university window coverings (such as blinds) need to must be visible from the outside. Posting, hanging or otherwise displaying signage, lighting or other materials in or around the residence hall windows or on university window coverings is not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, signage, posters, flags, banners, signs, paint, lights, personal messages, post-its or anything attached to these windows.
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SECTION 3: POLICIES & GUIDELINES Abandoned Property Belongings left in one’s room/suite/apartment, or within common areas of the residence halls, after the student housing agreement contract period ends or the student housing agreement contract is cancelled are classified as abandoned property. Residents have 30 days to claim their property. After 30 days, the University reserves the right to dispose of all abandoned property. Communications from the University You are responsible for checking your resident mailbox and your USF email account frequently. These are the methods by which the University and Housing & Residential Education will contact you for official business. Failure to check these university-issued communication sites does not exempt you from any information delivered to them. Floor and Hall meetings are held at the beginning of each semester and periodically during the semester. Floor and Hall meetings are for your benefit and, as a member of the community, you are responsible for any and all information discussed at these meetings. If you are unable to attend a meeting, you should contact your RA/CM for a summary of anything that you missed. Contract Cancellation of Student Housing Agreement Please refer to the Terms and Conditions of your student housing agreement housing contract for information regarding cancellation fees and deadlines. There are specific dates by which you can cancel and corresponding fees depending on the date you cancel your student housing agreement contract. Students wishing to cancel their student housing agreement contract should refer to the Housing Portal (accessible via the link on the usf.edu/housing homepage) or visit the Housing & Residential Education central office located on the second floor of Argos Hall. Check Outs Residents will be provided specific checkout information from RA/CM before each closing period. Students should refer to this information for more specific details regarding their responsibilities. Information may also be sent to your USF email address. When you are checking out because you will no longer be living in the room (end of year, room change or student housing agreement contract cancellation) you must vacate your room, check out and sign off on your Room Condition Report (RCR) with your RA/CM, and return your keys to your area desk by midnight on your effective date of cancellation. Failure to do so will result in a charge for improper check out. Vacating the Residence Halls All residents must vacate the residence halls within 24 hours of their last final exam with the exception of graduating seniors. Graduating Seniors must receive permission from their Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant RLC to extend their residence until after commencement. Residents may leave items in rooms during winter break (between the fall and spring academic semesters), but) but may not occupy their rooms during the break time unless their specific residence hall is designated as “open.” If wishing to stay in an open building for a fee, residents must request permission, in advance, using the Housing Portal (accessible via the link on the usf.edu/housing homepage). Residents who are not registered for classes will be required to vacate their residence hall within 24 hours. Furniture All furniture assigned to student rooms, apartments, floor lounges, and other public areas must remain in their appropriate locations. The removal of University furniture from student rooms and/or public areas is prohibited. Residents are responsible for the proper care of University furniture, and will be charged for any damages, repair and replacement costs at checkout. All furniture belonging to residents must be removed from campus prior to checkout time. Any furniture left will be subject to removal at the resident’s expense.
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Room Condition Report (RCR) Before residents arrive, their room/suite/apartment is inspected, and the condition is noted on a room condition report form. All residents have the opportunity to make additions or corrections to it in conjunction with the resident assistant. This process should occur, and the form returned within the first 24 hours of occupancy. Upon request, residents will be given a copy of the report form. This room condition report form will be used at the time of checkout, during which time housing staff members will compare the condition of the room and furniture noted on the form to the condition at checkout. Residents should carefully examine their room/living unit and save the copy of the room condition report form. It is to the student’s benefit to be very descriptive of the condition of their room/apartment and its contents, noting any marks, holes, tears, etc. Failure to turn in a copy of the inventory form by the 24 hour24-hour deadline will result in the assumption that they are in complete agreement with the assessment on the original report form, which will then be used when each resident checks out. Room Access All due respect is given to the privacy that residents enjoy in their rooms. Occasionally, circumstances present themselves which necessitate authorized University personnel or designee to enter student rooms for the purpose of repair and maintenance, assessment of damages, inventory of University property, determination of compliance with University policies, and emergencies where imminent danger to life, safety, health is reason- ably suspected. When possible, advance notice will be given to residents. Submitting a Maintenance Request authorizes maintenance personnel to enter your room. Room and Roommate Changes Housing & Residential Education assigns rooms and roommates for those who do not choose a space during room selection or for those who become eligible to receive a room assignments room assignment outside of a room selection period. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to give everyone their first choice. The staff reserves the right to make assignments and changes as necessary. • No roommate changes will be made during the first two weeks of each semester. • Students are encouraged to talk first with their roommate before requesting a room change. • In cases where no such resolution seems possible, the students should consult with their RA for assistance. • The RA/CM, Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life Coordinator will mediate and attempt to resolve the situation. if a roommate conflict arises and attempt to resolve the situation. • If the situation cannot be resolved at this level, the Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life Coordinator can approve a room change. • Room change requests will be facilitated via the Housing Portal (accessible via the link on the usf.edu/ housing homepage). • If approved, Residents will be provided with a timeline that indicates the dates they are allowed to move. • Once approved, all room changes will result in a change of address. Moving residents are responsible for knowing and checking their new mailbox or mail center location, if applicable, upon completion of their move. Room Personalization We encourage you to use your creativity and ingenuity to make your room as comfortable as possible. Below are guidelines for room personalization to minimize maintenance problems and/or to save you money at checkout time by avoiding unnecessary charges resulting from damages to the room. • No physical alterations are to be made to any part of the building. Residents may not remove or relocate the fixtures, switches, outlets, closet or cabinet doors, fixed dressers, beds, desks, or any other fixed items in the room, suite or building. • Nails may not be driven into the walls. Contact paper is not to be used. Remember, assessments will be made for the full amount to replace any furniture or room accessories that are damaged or missing at time of check-out
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• Room Painting Program: If you believe that your room needs to be painted, you should submit a Maintenance Request via the link on the usf.edu/housing homepage. Facilities staff will evaluate each request and paint where necessary. • Waterbeds: Due to the chance of water damage and because of their excessive weight, waterbeds are not permitted. • “Medium Loft” type beds found in Juniper, Poplar and The Village residence halls may have the height adjusted. Residents wishing to change the height must submit a Maintenance Request via the link on the usf.edu/housing homepage. SECTION 4: STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT PROCESS Please visit the Student Conduct & Ethical Development website for information: usf.edu/sced SECTION 5: RESIDENT SERVICES By being aware of the services provided as well as procedures for utilizing your services, living on campus can be convenient and fun. Please review the following procedures and services so you can utilize them as needed. Air Conditioning and Heating General information about Air Conditioning in Florida • Maintaining a clean dust free room helps to in promoting a cleaner healthier living space. • Reduce the entrance of humidity into the room by keeping windows closed. This will minimize the likelihood that condensation will develop in the space. • Avoid setting air conditioning thermostats below 70 degrees as doing so may causes condensation to increase and “wetness” to develop which could lead to mildew growth. • Keep air vents clear. Blocking return vents starves the air conditioner system, making it run harder and less efficiently. Always run exhaust fan when using the shower. Juniper, Poplar, Maple and Cypress Halls Energy efficient thermostat systems are in place that adjust the temperature as occupancy changes. When the room is unoccupied, the temperature will adjust to be more energy efficient, as when residents return, the system will adjust the temperature within the set range of 70-76 degrees which is preprogrammed to maximize comfort, control moisture and reduce energy consumption. These thermostats were installed in 2013 in Juniper as part of the Student Green Energy Fund, and in 2015 in Poplar and Maple Halls. Housing Facilities regularly schedules filter changes in each air conditioner unit accordingly to the manufacturer’s specifications and environmental conditions. It is suggested that residents do not block the vent openings at the bottom of the unit in order to allow air to circulate through the unit and run more efficiently. Castor and Beta Halls Each room has its own thermostat. Fan controls have been preset and are not able to be changed by residents. Please submit a maintenance request to adjust the temperature range in your room (preset is between 70-76 degrees). Housing Facilities regularly schedules filter changes in each air conditioner unit accordingly to manufacturer’s specifications and environmental conditions. It is suggested that residents do not block the vent openings at the bottom of the unit in order to allow air to circulate through the unit and run more efficiently. Holly, Kosove, and Magnolia Apartments Each apartment/suite has its own central air conditioning unit and allows for residents to set the temperature within a maximum and minimum range. • Return vent in Holly are located under the vanity countertop. • Return vent in Kosove are located in the ceiling and small common area corridor. Facilities regularly schedules filter changes in each air conditioner unit accordingly to manufacture’s specifications and environmental conditions. It is suggested that residents do not block any return vents on the door of the air conditioner closet in order to allow air to circulate through the unit and run more efficiently.
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Greek Village Each floor in the house has its own air conditioner. Thermostats are located in the hallways and living rooms and allow residents to set the temperature within a maximum and minimum range. Facilities regularly schedules filter changes in each air conditioner unit accordingly to manufacturers specifications and environmental conditions. It is suggested that residents do not block any return vents on the door of the air conditioner closet in order to allow air to circulate through the unit and run more efficiently. The Village (Beacon, Endeavor, Horizon, Pinnacle, and Summit Halls Each room has its own thermostat. Fan controls have been pre-set and are able to be changed by residents (pre-set is between 70-76 degrees). Village Facilities regularly schedules filter changes in each air conditioner unit accordingly to manufacturer’s specifications and environmental conditions. It is suggested that residents do not block the vent openings located on the ceiling of the unit in order to allow air to circulate through the unit and run more efficiently. Each room has its own thermostat. Residents may adjust the temperature between 70-76 degrees. Air filter changes for each air conditioner unit are scheduled according to manufacturer’s specifications and environmental conditions. Bicycle Security Bicycle racks are provided in each housing complex for bicycle security. Please ensure that your bike is securely fastened to the rack to help prevent theft. To avoid electrical hazards and to maintain a clear path for the grounds maintenance crew, bicycles should never be locked to light or electrical posts or stairway railings. The University Police Department provides engraving services to make identification easy should your bicycle be stolen. Bicycle registration is available to students at NO CHARGE from USF Parking and Transportation Services and University Police. Bulletin Boards Your RA will keep you informed by posting information on hall bulletin boards. Centrally-located boards are also kept up to date. To place information on a bulletin board, you must obtain permission from your Residence Life Coordinator. Digital TV & Philo Edu IPTV All rooms are wired to receive television channels on the Housing & Residential Education digital cable TV system. All residents have access to HBO GO, MAX GO, and Philo Edu (20-hour DVR and live TV viewing on your devices when connected to the campus network). View the channel guide and learn how to receive technical support at usf.edu/ housing > Residential Experience > Resident Services > Campus TV Ethernet Connections Ethernet connections for access to the Internet and university computing services are provided at no additional charge in all rooms. If you need assistance with your Ethernet connection, please contact the 24-hour IT Help Desk at (813) 974-1222. Emergency Procedures & Inclement Weather Information For all emergency situations (bomb threats, hurricanes, tornados, emergency evacuations, etc.), all residents should refer to USF Safe App, resident assistants, community mangers, Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life Coordinators. In addition, residents can contact the USF Police department at 813-974-2628 Visit: https://www.usf.edu/administrative-services/university-police/ Facilities Management An assigned Housekeeper or Maintenance Technician will respond to work orders and address problems in your living space upon written request. Report any necessary repairs by submitting a Maintenance Request via the link on the usf. edu/housing homepage. Please contact the RA/CM On-Call for your community for emergency maintenance requests after hours.
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Hall Security and Access Cards The exterior doors of each building are secured 24 hours a day. Card access is applied to each resident’s student ID at check-in so they may access their hall. It is the responsible use of access cards that makes any security system effective. Do not allow anyone else to use your USF ID card. Laundry Each community has centrally located laundry facilities. Washers cost $1.25 per load and dryers cost $1.25 for 45 minutes of drying time. Please remove laundry from washers/dryers upon the completion of a cycle. All laundry not removed after 72 hours will be bagged, tagged, and subject to abandoned property fees. Report any problems via the phone number provided in the laundry room or by using the MyUSF Mobile app. Lost or Stolen Keys In the interest of your personal safety, it is the policy of Housing & Residential Education to re-core student rooms and/or apartments/suites at the student’s expense if the key is determined lost. If you lose your key, report it to your 24- Hour Desk (Holly M, Juniper-Poplar, or The Hub) immediately. A temporary key will be issued, and students are given until 9 a.m. the following business day to return the temporary key before a charge and re-coring is initiated. Re-coring and key replacement charges are not due upfront; they will be posted to your OASIS account. These policies also apply to temporary access cards that are issued for the exterior doors. If you are issued a temporary access card, it must be returned to your 24-hours desk within 72 hours. If you believe your keys have been stolen, contact the University Police Department at 813-974–2628 to submit a police report. You are responsible for the cost of re-coring your room and/or apartment/suite unit even if your keys have been stolen. Mail Each student is provided with a mailing address. Mail is delivered to the Housing Department via the USF Post Office Monday-Friday. The location of mail pick-up will vary by community. Packages are delivered by the appropriate service provider Monday-Saturday to the Holly H and Juniper-Poplar mail centers. Students are notified via text and/or email that their package is available for pick-up if they have opted-in via the Housing Portal accessible via the link on the usf. edu/housing homepage. Mailing addresses can be found in the Housing Portal and are associated with each room. If a student changes their room assignment, their mailing address changes and they will need to change their address/ re-direct incoming mail. Students living in Juniper, Poplar and Magnolia will retrieve their mail from assigned mailboxes in the Juniper-Poplar lobby. All other residents will retrieve mail from the Holly H Mail Center and will be notified via a text and/or email when mail is available for pick-up if they have opted-in via the Housing Portal accessible via the link on the usf.edu/housing homepage. Recreation The housing areas have a centrally located pool, picnic area, and sand volleyball court for the enjoyment of residents and guests. Basketball courts can be found south of Beta Hall and volley ball courts are located south of Beta, north of Pinnacle, in the Magnolia apartment complex and Greek Village. The Argos Area and The Village have basketball and volleyball courts for recreational use. Courts and outside picnic areas must be reserved for exclusive programs through the appropriate Residence Life Coordinator. Tutoring and Learning Services The Academic Success Center is open to all undergraduate students. Services include: Tutoring with STEM Mart, Math Center, Chemistry Center; Writing Center; Study Skills; and workshops. The Center is located in the Learning Commons of the Library and they can be reached at 813-974-9281. Tutoring and learning services are provided in various the residence halls; ask your Residence Life Coordinator if your hall hosts in-hall services. An electronic version of the Resident Handbook is available at usf.edu/housing > Resources > Policies
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USF smoking policy is subject to change. Current policy can be found at: https://usf.app.box.com/v/usfpolicy6-026
I. PURPOSE & INTENT University of South Florida Tampa (“USF”) is committed to providing a safe and healthy learning, living, and working environment for the campus community. This Policy intends to reduce the health risks related to smoking, tobacco and related products, as well as to reduce the smoking and tobacco-related waste from USF.
II. STATEMENT OF POLICY Smoking, tobacco use, and use of related products is prohibited on all property owned, leased or operated by USF. This includes, but is not limited to, all indoor and outdoor areas and properties. Additionally, no smoking and/or tobacco products will be sold or advertised on the USF Tampa campus. This Policy applies to all faculty, staff, students, vendors and visitors. The President or designee may allow smoking in specific designated areas of campus for clinical treatment purposes, including smoking cessation programs, or research- related purposes.
III. DEFINITION OF TERMS A. “Smoking” is defined as (1) inhaling, exhaling, burning, carrying, or possessing any lighted type of matter or substance that contains tobacco, including, but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, pipes, bidis, kreteks, water pipes, bongs and hookahs; (2) lighting or burning of non-tobacco plants or marijuana; and (3) using electronic cigarettes or similar devices. B. “Tobacco use” means the personal use of any tobacco product, whether intended to be lit or not, including but not limited to snuff, chewing tobacco, smokeless pouches or any other form of loose-leaf smokeless tobacco. C. “Property” is defined as any property owned, leased, occupied, operated or otherwise controlled by USF, exclusive of event venues that independently regulate smoking, including but not limited to academic and auxiliary buildings, classrooms, laboratories, residence halls, elevators, stairwells, restrooms, roofs, meeting rooms, hallways, lobbies and other common areas, conference facilities, athletic complexes and facilities, recreational facilities, exterior open spaces, shuttle buses, shuttle bus stops, university-owned parking garages and lots, driveways, loading docks, university-owned streets, sidewalks and walkways.
IV. CAMPUS BOUNDARIES For the purpose of this Policy, only the USF campus boundaries are shown on the attached map.
V. ENFORCEMENT The success of this Policy relies on the thoughtfulness, consideration and cooperation of smokers and non-smokers, not only to comply, but to encourage others to comply with the Policy. Any student who repeatedly refuses to abide by this Policy may be considered in violation of the Student Code of Conduct and will be handled accordingly. Repeat violations by any faculty or staff member will be handled through normal University processes. All attendees at public events, such as conferences, meetings, public lectures, social and cultural events using USF facilities and grounds are required to abide by this Policy. Organizers of such events are responsible both for communicating and enforcing this Policy with attendees. Visitors, contractors, and other individuals on campus who are in violation of this Policy should be reminded of the Policy and asked to comply by discarding the smoking/tobacco product. Continuing violations may also result in disciplinary action as deemed appropriate by University officials.
This Policy is effective as of 9/10/18.
25 STUDENT HEALTH & WELLNESS GENERAL MEDICINE / TREATMENT OF ILLNESS / PSYCHIATRY / URGENT CARE SEXUAL HEALTH & GYNECOLOGY / ADD, ADHD & LEARNING DISABILITY TESTING / PHARMACY NUTRITION / COUNSELING / IMMUNIZATIONS / LGBTQ+ HEALTHCARE / FOOD PANTRY The services provided by Student Health Services (SHS), in collaboration with the other Wellness departments, can help you achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle, and thereby support your academic success. Whether you are sick, injured, managing a chronic health problem, or working to develop a healthier lifestyle, Student Health Services is here to help! Our mission is to provide students with high-quality health care and education to strengthen student learning and promote lifelong success through health and wellness. We combine a wide range of medical, counseling, prevention, and wellness services to help students remain healthy and succeed academically. All services are subsidized by your tuition, allowing us to offer general medical consultations at no out-of-pocket cost and quality specialty services at student rates. We can bill private insurance or put fees on OASIS, so you don’t delay medical treatment or necessary medication. SHS Locations to support you! SHS Medical Clinic – The one-story building between the USF Bookstore and Castor Pond SHS Annex – Immunizations, Insurance, and Compliance Office are located beside the Student Health Medical Clinic. Lower level of the USF Bookstore (separate exterior entrance). USF Bulls Country Pharmacy – This full service pharmacy is located on the 1st floor of the Marshall Student Center, near the USF Federal Credit Union, Wellness Center, and Dining office. FEED-a-BULL Food Pantry - Located in SVC 002, our confidential pantry offers supplemental food, education, and resources to enrolled students who have to skip meals in order to eat daily or weekly. USF doesn’t want any student to go hungry! usf.edu/FeedABull SHS Medical Clinic 813-974-2331 usf.edu/SHS The SHS Medical Clinic is open Monday and Friday, 8am - 5:30pm, Tuesday - Thursday, 8am - 8pm. Hours vary for Summer, holidays and semester breaks. The clinic provides primary care examinations and treatment by certified health care providers. We have an on-site laboratory, participate with e-prescribing, and offer a secure health portal where you can communicate with your medical team. SHS respects patient confidentiality. We utilize electronic health records and medical records are managed in a strictly confidential manner. SHS operates with an open access appointment system in order to accommodate same day appointments. We will schedule you for the first available appointment based on the type and urgency of your medical symptoms. Students can schedule an appointment by calling or stopping in person at our SHS 100 medical clinic. Medical Response Unit - 813-974-4678 usf.edu/MRU This free services provides courtesy medical transportation to and from Student Health Services, the Morsani Institute, and the on-campus residence halls. Staffed by certified personnel, the MRU provides non-emergency basic life support interventions during Fall & Spring semesters, Monday and Friday 10am - 6pm and Tuesday - Thursday 10am-8pm. Hours vary during breaks and Summer semester. After Hours Telephone Consultation When SHS is closed, students can call 813-974-2331 to speak with the nurse advice line. Emergency Services In case of an emergency students should call 9-1-1. SHS does not provide ambulance services. If a student requires immediate medical attention after hours, two facilities are located near campus: Advent Health Hospital (813-971-6000) on Fletcher Ave MedExpress (813-977-2777) on Bruce B. Downs Blvd USF Bulls Country Pharmacy 813-974-2071 usf.edu/BCP USF Bulls Country Pharmacy is open Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5:30 pm. Hours vary for Summer, holidays and semester breaks. We can help you transfer your prescriptions! We accept the majority of insurance plans, however, our student rates are less than the cost at many off-campus pharmacies. The pharmacy also offers a variety of items: cough & cold medication, first aid supplies, allergy medications, personal toiletry items, vitamins, healthful snacks and supplements. Student Health Medical Clinic / SHS 100 / east of the Bookstore (813) 974-2331 / www.usf.edu/SHS 26 HIV & AIDS RESOURCES WHAT IS HIV/ AIDS? The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is the virus that causes AIDS. HIV gradually attacks the immune system, causing the body to become more vulnerable to disease and infection. The Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a result of HIV infection. It occurs when the immune system becomes too weak to fight illness. You may be at increased risk for HIV infection if you have: • Injected drugs or steroids, during which equipment and blood were shared with others • Had unprotected sex with men who have sex with men, multiple partners, or anonymous partners • Exchanged sex for drugs or money • Received a blood transfusion or clotting factor during 1978-1985 • Had unprotected sex with someone who has any of the risk factors listed above. HOW IS IT PREVENTED? Abstinence is the only 100% method of not contracting HIV or be in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship. However, latex condoms, when used consistently and correctly, can reduce the risk of transmission of HIV; as well as avoiding any unprotected contact with HIV infected bodily fluid. There is now prophylaxis (preventative) medication to prevent HIV infection called PrEP (Pre Exposure Prophylaxis) for those persons at highest risk for acquiring HIV. To be screened to see if PrEP is right for you, schedule an appointment with a medical provider at Student Health Services (SHS). If you think you may have been exposed to HIV and you are not on PrEP, there are medications that can be prescribed to help prevent you from becoming infected with HIV. These medications are called PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis). In order to prevent infection, you must start taking these medications within 72 hours of exposure and one should do so as early as possible. If you think you need PEP, please schedule an appointment with a medical provider at SHS. If SHS is not open and you think it nearing the 72 hours since exposure, it may be best to seek medical care at an Urgent Care facility or and Emergency Department at a local hospital. Students seeking more information and locations to get tested may contact Student Health Services on Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee campuses. Student Health Services can also serve to refer students to other HIV- care resources, including county health departments. They may also text their zip code to 477 493 to find an HIV testing location nearby. The only way to know if you are infected is to get tested for HIV. Testing locations include:
TAMPA Planned Parenthood Pinellas County Health Department Metro Wellness & Community Ctr Tampa Health Center 205 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr St N 1315 E. 7th Ave 8068 N. 56th Street St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Tampa, FL 33605 Tampa, FL 33617 727.824.6900 813.232.3808 813.980.3555 SARASOTA The Linkage to Care Project & Tampa Family Health Centers First Step of Sarasota Youth Education Services 1502 East Fowler Avenue 1970 Main St. 5th Floor 1315 7th Ave Suite 104 Tampa, FL 33612 Sarasota, FL 34236 Tampa, FL 33605 813.866.0950 941.552.2078 813.396.9161 Genesis Health Services Incorporated DACCO ST. PETERSBURG 3333 N. Washington Blvd Ste 3 4422 E. Columbus Dr. Metro Wellness and Sarasota, FL 34234 941.957.1970 Tampa, FL 33605 Community Center 813.984.1818 3251 Ste. 125 3rd Ave. North St. Petersburg, FL 33713 Hillsborough County 727.321.3854 Health Department 1105 East Kennedy Boulevard AIDS Service Association Tampa, FL 33602 of Pinellas, Inc. 863.687.8475 3050 1st Ave. S St. Petersburg, FL 33712 727.328.3260
27 STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES FORMERLY STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES SERVICES
ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS / DISABILITY ADVOCACY / DISABILITY AWARENESS
Accommodating for Student Success Whether you have a disability, know someone who has a disability or are simply interested in creating a campus environment that welcomes all abilities, Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is here to work with you. What are Accommodations? Some of the most commonly used academic accommodations are volunteer note takers, extended time on exams and reduced distraction testing. SAS also coordinates American Sign Language Interpreters, transcriptionists, electronic textbooks, and Braille resources. SAS can assist with faculty communications about accommodations and disability needs that may influence a student’s performance in the classroom. SAS offers temporary accommodations to students with injuries, too! How does a student register for SAS? To register with SAS, visit www.usf.edu/sds and click on the “Access SAS” logo. Applicants will need a Net ID and password. Once logged in, click on “Application.” From there, answer the brief questions and attach any medical or disability documentation available. If documentation is not available in an electronic form, applicants may submit to SAS in person or by mail. Applications submitted without documentation are incomplete. SAS responds to all complete applications within 10 business days. SAS responds by USF email addresses. What should a student do if there is a concern about a disability accommodation? There are a number of campus resources for disability concerns. SAS is a good place to start. Contact any member of the SAS staff to discuss concerns. Does SAS sponsor any events or programs? SAS works continuously to improve and promote disability awareness at USF. SAS promotes an “Accessibull Ally” training. Contact SAS at [email protected] for information on the training schedule. Visit the SAS website for information regarding the annual Accessibull events. Accessibull is the name of the official disability awareness programs sponsored by SAS.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Student Services Building SVC1133 (813) 974-4309 www.usf.edu/sas
28 STUDENT OMBUDS OFFICE
The Student Ombuds Office at USF is a confidential, impartial, independent and informal resource for students who wish to convey concerns and/or resolve disputes related to the University. The Student Ombuds Office is not an official office of notice for the University of South Florida, and com- munications with Student Ombuds Office staff are to be held in the strictest confidentiality, except in cases of imminent risk of harm. The Student Ombuds, as a neutral facilitator, will listen to concerns and help students develop a range of options for achieving resolution. The Ombuds can help students understand relevant policies and procedures and may sometimes intervene, with consent from the visitor, to resolve issues informally. Students who wish to schedule an appointment with the Ombuds should call (813) 974-0835. The Student Ombuds Office is not generally able to accommodate walk-ins.
CONTACT INFORMATION Office Number: (813) 974-0835 Web: www.usf.edu/student-ombuds Hours: M-F 8am-5pm (appointments are best)
29 DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE
ADVOCACY / STUDENT EMPOWERMENT / COLLABORATION / COMMUNITY
The Dean of Students office is often the place students contact when they are having personal or academic concerns and do not know where to go to get assistance. What we do: • Advocate for students on issues they may have with other entities on campus • Assist students in connecting to resources for personal or academic concerns • Facilitate the non-academic grievance process • Provide 24 hour on-call campus emergency response • Collaborate with institutional partners to address the needs of the student body • We strive to create a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment You will see our staff supporting student events around campus supporting our mission of supporting student learning and development through community building, advocacy, and student engagement. We can’t wait to meet you!
CONTACT INFORMATION Location: Marshall Student Center 4301 Web: usf.edu/dean-of-students Phone: 813-974-6677 Email: [email protected] Facebook: USF Dean of Students Twitter: @USFDeanMcDonald
30 STUDENT OUTREACH AND SUPPORT & SOCAT
CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES / FOOD AND HOUSING RESOURCES MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES / ACADEMIC RESOURCES / AND MUCH MORE
The goal of Student Outreach and Support (SOS) is to help students manage life stressors that are impacting their academic and personal well-being. SOS enhances student success by identifying needs, removing barriers and reducing distress. After receiving a referral for services, the office helps students through a variety of supportive interventions, connections to on and off campus resources and case management. Anyone can make a referral to our office for services. If you think you can benefit from our office you can refer yourself too! As a student, you are in a good position to identify who might need help as you see and talk to other students on a regular basis and often in stressful situations. If you notice that a friend or classmate is exhibiting one or more of the following academic, physical or emotional signs, or you just have a “gut-feeling” that something is wrong, make a referral. • Some indicators for making a referral are: • Seeing a change in typical behavior • Hearing about someone having thoughts of self-harm, harm to others or suicide • Seeing a peers mood shift often or an outburst of anger • Missing tests and assignments because they are no longer interested or care • Missing classes and labs • Difficulty dealing with life event (death, break-up, adjusting to college lifestyle) • Expressions of hopelessness, isolation, worthlessness • Constant feelings of tiredness, oversleeping, overeating • Signs of self-harm or threats (cuts, burns, written or verbal threat to harm others or self) We will make every attempt to keep your information private.
SOS and SOCAT (The Students of Concern Assistance Team) rely on referrals from concerned community members in order to effectively support and intervene with students who are in need of assistance. We ask that any person who is concerned about a student complete our referral form so that we can begin contacting the student and arranging an appointment for an initial meeting.
CONTACT INFORMATION: To make a referral visit: www.usf.edu/SOCATreferral Receive help today, for a future filled with success! Student Outreach & Support / SVC 2058 / 2nd Floor (813) 974-6130 [email protected] www.usf.edu/sos
31 CENTER FOR VICTIM ADVOCACY
The Center for Victim Advocacy provides free and confidential advocacy services to USF students, faculty, and staff. We serve men, women, and people of all gender identities who have experienced crime, violence, or abuse, for incidents occurring on or off campus, recently or in the past. You’re the most important part of making USF a safer place. That’s why we offer programs that address healthy relationships, bystander intervention, sexual consent, and recognizing relationship red flags. We also require mandatory training for incoming students on all of these topics. We aim to prevent violence on our campus by providing you with ongoing tools and knowledge to become active bystanders to keep our community safe. The Center for Victim Advocacy and Violence Prevention strives to prevent all forms of interpersonal violence through implementing campus-wide interventions and engaging students by normalizing a community free of violence. Our Mission: Empowering survivors of crime, violence, and abuse and preventing victimization by promoting the restoration of decision- making and control to survivors, advocating for their right and honoring their experiences, and through education and collaboration, fostering a safe university community that respects the rights and dignity of all. Services are completely voluntary and are tailored to meet an individual’s needs. Examples of services include: • Crisis Intervention and Emotional Support • Personal and Systems Advocacy • Information, Options and Referrals • Accompaniment to Court Hearings and Appointments • Safety Planning • Assistance Filing: Police Report Injunction for Protection Title IX / Student Conduct Report • 24/7 Victim Hotline (813) 974-5757 Appointments are available Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. To schedule an appointment with an advocate, call (813) 974-5756 or stop by SVC 2057 Walk-in appointments available for individuals with immediate advocacy needs. Please see website for Confidentiality Statement and exceptions to this policy.
CONTACT INFORMATION SVC 2057 (813) 974-5756 [email protected] www.usf.edu/advocacy
32 USF LIBRARY
USF LIBRARIES – TAMPA HOURS: Monday - Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Close at 6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: Open at noon
The USF Libraries support innovation and knowledge acquisition to drive student and faculty success. We have four libraries including the Tampa Library, St. Petersburg’s Nelson Poynter Memorial Library, USF Sarasota- Manatee, and the Shimberg Library (which serves the needs of USF Health). The USF Tampa Library is centrally located and serves as the main research library. It is a comfortable and inviting place to meet, study, conduct research, and complete group assignments. The library offers valuable resources and services, and gives students access to an extensive selection of print and electronic books, maps, journals, databases, and much more. Starbucks is also on our first floor. Learning Commons (LC) & Digital Media Commons (DMC) The LC houses the Library Services Desk, Job Shop, Digital Heritage and Humanities Collections team, IT walk-up service center, over 140 computer workstations, and the state-of-the-art DMC, all on the first floor. The DMC offers access to high-end PCs, specialized software, and a studio for video, photography, and virtual and augmented reality applications. Technical workshops on Adobe Creative Cloud and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software are offered each semester, as well as training in the latest in digital production, 3D technologies, and specialized imaging to help with your research, classes, club projects, and career preparation. We also offer added assistance with GIS projects and workshops specializing in remote sensing, mapping, and cartography applications. Visit lib.usf.edu/dmc and @usfdmc. Research Assistance Students have access to specialized research assistance and information literacy instruction from our friendly librarians and library research assistants (LRAs). They are available by appointment, online via our website, by phone, or in a classroom setting. Visit lib.usf.edu/help/ask-a-librarian/. Special Collections Explore unique materials and rare collections, such as the Florida Environmental History, LGBTQ, Children’s and Young Adult Literature, and our University Archives among others. Learn how to use these resources as primary documents in class projects at lib.usf.edu/special-collections/. Digital Collections Explore over 67,300 items, such as oral histories, photographs, videos, maps, dime novels, and more. Consulta- tions, workshops, and instruction sessions are available, as well as general best practices of the digitization process. Visit lib.usf.edu/dss/digital-collections/. Textbook Affordability Project (TAP) TAP creates solutions to textbook affordability issues, ensuring all students have access to course materials. They work with faculty to select materials at lower to no cost. There are textbooks on reserve, free online resources, and other strategies. Visit tap.usf.edu/.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Call (813) 974-2729 Website: lib.usf.edu Follow us @usflibraries
33 PARKING & TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Do I need a permit to park on campus? Yes, all vehicles are required to display a valid parking permit 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you park in a timed or metered space, please pay the respective meter even if you have a valid parking permit. How do I purchase a parking permit? Online. Login to MyUSF (myusf.edu), click on the My Resources tab, select Parking Permits, then Purchase Permits. Do visitors have to pay for parking? We offer up to three complimentary daily parking permits per semester to visitors. These permits are valid in Park-n-Ride (Y) lots. In addition, we can provide a bus pass for the visitor to take advantage of our fare-free Bull Runner service. Visitors also have the option to purchase a daily permit or park in a timed or metered space and pay the meter. Acceptable methods of payment are: Discover, MasterCard, and Visa. Are parking restrictions lifted after 5:30 PM? Permits are required after 5:30 PM. However, after 5:30 PM during weekdays and all day on weekends, students displaying an S or R permit may park in E, GZ, Y, and D designated areas. Students with Park-n-Ride (Y) permits can park out of their designated areas after 9:00 PM on Monday through Thursday and after 5:30 PM on Friday. Reserved spaces and Resident (R) lots are restricted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To avoid a citation: • Make sure your vehicle information is up-to-date on your account. • Park in areas designated for your permit type. • Adhere to all posted signs and barricades. What do I do if I get a citation? Parking citations can be paid online, by mail, or at Parking & Transportation Services’ office. Unpaid citations are assessed a late fee 14 days after issuance. If you believe that extraordinary or mitigating circumstances warrant a waiver of the citation, you may appeal it within 14 days of issuance. How do I appeal a citation? Online. Simply access your parking account through my.usf.edu.
Contact us! Phone: (813) 974-3990 Email: [email protected] Website: usf.edu/parking
Twitter: @usfpts Facebook: @USFPTS Instagram: @usfpts
34 CAMPUS TRANSIT SYSTEM
The Bull Runner has 7 predetermined routes with fixed stops. We transport students and employees through the USF area, including local shopping centers, Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART), the University Area Transit Center, and residential areas on and around campus. Our routes are designated by letters A, B, C, D, E, F, & G. All USF students can ride our fully accessible Bull Runner for free with a valid USF ID card. A student or staff member must accompany all visitors to ride our buses. Our BullTrackerTM system, usfbullrunner.com, offers live maps and arrival predictions. Use our MyUSF Mobile app to access the BullTracker. Bull Runner Hours of Operation Monday-Thursday Routes - A B C D E F 7:00 am - midnight Friday Routes - A B C D E F 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday-Sunday Routes - C D F G 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
*Schedules are subject to change. There is no service when the University is closed.
Contact us! usfbullrunner.com usf.edu/bullrunner 813-974-6902 [email protected]
35 OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID
The Office of Financial Aid is responsible for coordinating and administering all student financial assistance awarded to USF students, and is responsible for awarding and disbursement of over $480 million in financial aid funds on an annual basis. Review our website for everything you need to know about financial aid, including applying for scholarships. Have financial aid questions? Ask our new Chabot Finn! Finn will answer all of your questions using artificial intelligence! You may contact your assigned financial aid advisor by email at https://www.usf.edu/financial-aid/index.aspx using the ‘Contact Us’ link at the top of the webpage. All eligible students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for financial aid funding. https://www.usf.edu/financial-aid/apply/index.aspx. Complete a new FAFSA each year as soon after October 1st as possible. To get a better understanding on how to pay your college expenses and construct a budget, use our Cost Calculator. It only takes 10 minutes to secure your financial future! http://usfas.forest.usf.edu/cc/cc.html Be sure you check out our ‘How To’ Videos at https://www.usf.edu/financial-aid/howto/. These quick videos will help you understand the basics of financial aid at USF. Use OASIS https://my.usf.edu/Pages/Home.aspx to keep track of your financial aid requirements, accept the terms and conditions and accept your aid. Visit us in our office in SVC 1102 to ask your financial aid questions. Lobby service is available Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. You can also reach us by phone at 813-974-4700 Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.
36 BULL2BULL FINANCIAL EDUCATION
The Bull2Bull Financial Education (B2B) is a peer-to-peer financial education program, designed to enhance the financial wellness of USF Tampa’s undergraduate students.
Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.usf.edu/bull2bull Phone: 813-974-6111 Location: Student Services Building/ SVC 2054
Services: Money Tips for College Students :
• Coaching Sessions 1) Borrow only what you need. Remember, even if We believe the peer-to-peer model benefits USF you’re offered a certain amount of student loans in students, because who understands better than your financial aid award letter, you’re not obligated other students? to take the full amount. Join Team Zero to create a debt reduction financial plan: https://www.usf.edu/ Schedule a coaching session: https://www.usf.edu/ financial-education/bull-2-bull-reduce-your-debt- financial-education/coaching-sessions/index.aspx challenge/index.aspx
• Workshops 2) Submit your FAFSA (studentaid.gov) before Our Peer Financial Educators are available to the January 1 priority deadline. Many qualified facilitate interactive workshops for classes, college students miss free money because they miss organizations, clubs, fraternities, sororities, or this deadline. Good financial management skills residence halls. require good time management skills. Do not miss Request a workshop: https://www.usf.edu/ important deadlines. financial-education/workshops/index.aspx 3) Create a budget. It is a powerful tool. There are • Events several online budgeting tools and spreadsheet From food demonstrations to FAFSA kick-off templates. We love our Cost Calculator that is celebrations to Debt Haunted Open House to a available to help estimate your expenses within one life-sized version of Game of Life, Bull2Bull semester: http://usfas.forest.usf.edu/cc/cc.html hosts engaging events that help students make 4) Look for student discounts. Student discounts are important financial decisions. available everywhere, even if it is not advertised be sure to ask. Bull2Bull has coupon in our office to local restaurants and business available for you to pick up today.
5) Protect personal information. College students are often the largest target for identity theft. Regularly check your bank and credit accounts and report suspicious activity. Learn more about identity theft: https://www.usf.edu/financial-education/resources/ identity-theft-prevention.aspx
The information provided by Bull2Bull Financial Education is for general educational purposes only, and is not intended to substitute for the advice of your investment, legal, and/or tax advisors or to be the basis of specific trading or investment activities. If you need investment, legal, and/or tax advice, please consult with a professional.
37 INTERNSHIPS & JOBS Find More Information Online at: www.usf.edu/career-services
CAREER PLANNING MAJOR SELECTION / CAREER DEVELOPMENT It all starts by CHOOSING A MAJOR that’s best for you! Our Career Planning team is here to help students on exploratory tracks select a major that fits their life-after-graduation plans and goals. If you are in a major, but aren’t sure you want to stay in that major, we can help you look at the other options available to you! We are also available to help you LEARN WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR MAJOR. Using your MyPlan results, we can show you a whole world of possibilities that are related to your chosen major. Visit http://canvasmodules.usfcs.info to learn more about how you can begin your career journey!
CAREER SERVICES CAREER FAIRS / EVENTS / FINDING FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT Once you’ve settled on a major, it’s time to make sure you’ve SET UP YOUR HANDSHAKE ACCOUNT. Handshake is the online system we use to share jobs, internships, and information about all of our upcoming events. It’s free (even after you’ve graduated) and super easy to use! Open a web browser, go to my.usf.edu, and access it via the My Resources tab in MyUSF. Of course, no one wants a basic Handshake profile, so come on over to BEGIN BUILDING OR UPDATING YOUR RESUME. We offer a free walk-in service called Career Express, where you can get help with resumes, cover letters, and interviewing tips. Visit http://careerexpress.usfcs.info for the current walk-in times, and be sure to bring a printed copy of your resume or cover letter, if you already have one started. Throughout the year, our CAREER FAIRS AND SPECIAL EVENTS HELP YOU CONNECT WITH EMPLOYERS who are ready to hire you! These events are open to all students and alumni and are usually focused on opportunities of a specific type, for a specific major, or within a specific industry. All our upcoming events are posted in Handshake, so login often to learn more and see which employers are coming to campus.
INTERNSHIPS & CAREER READINESS INTERNSHIPS / CO-OP / STUDENT EMPLOYMENT / CAREER READINESS BADGING Ready to build your experience and prepare your skills for entering the world of work? The Internships and Career Readiness team provides you with a wide range of ways to GAIN EXPERIENCE and DEMONSTRATE YOUR SKILLS as you prepare for graduation and life after USF! Earn credit for your internships or Co-op program, explore through one of our experiential options, find on- or off-campus part-time employment, and use your unique USF journey as the foundation for earning your competency badges in the CAREER READINESS BADGING PROGRAM. We offer many great ways to build your experience, find part-time jobs, and develop your skills for the “real world”!
38 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SUMMER 2020 IMPORTANT DATES July, 2020
July 3 – 4th of July Holiday; No classes & USF offices closed/ Summer B end of drop-add/Summer Session B last day to drop without fee liability July 7 – Senior citizen audit registration deadline for Session B July 24 – Summer Session C classes end/ Summer Session B last day to withdraw; no refund & no academic penalty
SUMMER/FALL 2020 IMPORTANT DATES August, 2020
August 7 – Summer Session B classes end/ Summer end of term August 6-9 – Commencement - all campuses (tentative) August 10 – Non-Degree registration begins for Fall August 21 – Last day to register for Fall 2020 without late fee August 24– Fall classes begin August 28 – Drop/add week ends, fee liability/tuition payment deadline, Last day to submit, Fall residency reclassification applications, Fall Senior audit application deadline
September, 2020
September 1 – Fall Senior audit registration September 7 – Labor Day Holiday; No classes & USF offices closed September 21 – Fall graduation application deadline
October, 2020
October 5 – Fall midterm grading opens October 16 – Fall midterm grading closes October 26 – Fall final grading opens October 28 – Fall last day to withdraw; no refund& no academic penalty
November, 2020
November 2 – Spring registration for degree-seeking students begins November 11 – Veterans Day holiday; no classes & USF Offices closed November 25 – Last day of Fall classes on campus November 26-27 – Thanksgiving Holiday; No classes & USF offices closed November 30-December 4 – Classes Online Only
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December 5-10 – Final exams (online only) December 10 – Fall end of term December 11-14 – Fall Commencement December 14 – Start of Winter Intersession classes - Drop/add begins, Canvas closes for final grades December 17 – Drop/Add ends for Winter Intersession December 18 – Fall grades visible in OASIS December 22- Winter Intersession withdrawal deadline December 25- Christmas holiday; no classes & USF offices closed
SPRING 2021 IMPORTANT DATES January, 2021
January 1 – USF offices closed January 7- Spring State employee registration at 5pm January 8 – Last day to register for Spring 2021 classes without late registration fee penalty/ Last day of class for Winter Session January 11 – Spring classes begin January 15 – Drop/Add ends, fee liability/tuition payment deadline/ Last day to submit Spring 2021 residency reclassification applications / Spring senior audit application deadline January 18 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday; No classes & USF offices closed January 19 – Spring senior citizen audit registration
February, 2021
February 8 – Spring 2021 graduation application deadline February 22 – Spring midterm grading opens
March, 2021
March 5 – Spring midterm grading closes March 15 – Spring final grading opens March 15 – 21 – Spring Break 2021 March 27 – Last day to drop with “W”; no refund & no academic penalty for Spring 2021 March 29 – Summer/Fall registration for degree-seeking students begin
April, 2021
April 26 – Non-degree registration begins for summer April 30 – Spring last day of classes
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May 1-6 – Final Exam Week May 6 – Spring end of term May 6-10 – Spring Commencement May 11– Canvas closes for spring final grades May 14 – Spring grades visible on OASIS/ Last day to register for Summer A & C session without late fee May 17 – First day of classes for sessions A & C May 21 – Summer Session A & C Drop-Add ends / Summer Sessions A & C fee liability-tuition payment deadline/ Last day to submit Summer residency reclassification applications May 31 – Memorial Day Holiday; No classes & USF offices closed
SUMMER, 2021 June, 2021
June 5 – Summer session A last day to withdraw; no refund & no academic penalty June 25 – Summer sessions A classes end/ Summer B Session deadline to register w/o a late fee June 26 – Summer Session C last day to withdraw; no refund & no academic penalty June 28 – Summer Session B classes begin
July, 2021
July 2 – Summer Session B end of Drop/Add; last day to drop without a fee liability July 5 – Independence Day holiday (observed); no classes & offices closed July 23 – Summer Session C classes end / Summer Session B last day to withdraw; no refund & no academic penalty
August, 2021
August 6 – Summer Session B classes end August 7-8 – Summer Commencement
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CAMPUS RESOURCES...... 175 Student Planner Committee...... 176 About USF Student Government...... 178 Student Government Services, Programs & Traditions...... 179 SAFE Team...... 180 Bulls Media...... 181 Student Government Computer Services...... 182 Student Government Advising, Training & Operations...... 183 Center for Student Involvement...... 184 Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement...... 185 Office of Multicultural Affairs...... 186 New Student Connections...... 187 Religious & Spritual Life...... 188 USF Student Traditions...... 189 Phyllis P. Marshall Student Center...... 191 Recreation & Wellness...... 193 Campus Safety...... 194
AROUND THE TAMPA BAY AREA...... 195
Can’t Find What You’re Looking For? Visit the USF General Directory online at www.usf.edu for complete listings. Searching for Individuals? Use the Campus Directory Searching for a Department? Use the A - Z Index Making a call? Please note, if dialing from an off-campus telephone or cell phone, you must dial area code (813) 974 - followed by the extension. Campus Address: University of South Florida 4202 E. Fowler Avenue Tampa, FL 33620
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OUR MISSION The mission of the Student Government at the University of South Florida is to provide effective student representation before all vested bodies of influence, for the purpose of giving stewardship concerning the allocation and expenditures of our student finances to serve in the best interest of our Student Body; and to provide the highest caliber of enriching and educational activities and services. EXECUTIVE BRANCH The Executive Branch is responsible for executing the initiatives and programs of Student Government. The Student Body President and Vice President are now the student representatives for the USF system, while the Governor and Lieutenant Governor serve as the student representatives for each respective USF campus. The USF Tampa Executive Branch, led by the Tampa Governor and Lieutenant Governor, provides valuable services to USF Tampa students through programming, new initiatives, and the agencies: Bulls Media, SAFE Team, and Computer Services. Getting involved with the USF Tampa Executive Branch is simple! There are a wide variety of opportunities for engagement, such as Street Team, a Student Government volunteer organization, as well as paid positions within the Tampa Executive Branch and each respective SG Agency.
LEGISLATIVE BRANCH – SENATE & CAMPUS COUNCIL The Legislative Branch is responsible for the allocation of funds to student organizations and USF departments, as well as amendments to statutes. The Legislative Branch also authors memorials, resolutions, petitions, and surveys. The Senate is the legislative body at the system level of Student Government, which consists of elected student representatives, referred to as Senators, from each USF campus, while the Campus Council is the legislative body at the local level of Student Government, which consists of elected student representa- tives, referred to as Councilors. The work of the Legislative Branch helps fund entities such as the Campus Recreation Center, Marshall Student Center, Student Organization Grants, USF Week, and Homecoming; as well as hundreds of different diverse student organizations. To be a part of the Senate or the Tampa Campus Council, you must be elected by the student body. Elections occur at the beginning of the Fall and Spring terms.
JUDICIAL BRANCH – SUPREME COURT & CIRCUIT COURT The Judicial Branch is responsible for administering proper action when Student Government law is misinterpreted or violated and has jurisdiction over all cases and controversies involving Student Government. The Supreme Court is the judicial body at the USF system level and comprises nine student justices: five from USF Tampa, two from USF St. Petersburg, and two from USF Sarasota-Manatee. The Supreme Court is led by the Chief Justice. Supreme Court Justices are appointed by the Student Body President with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Tampa Circuit Court is the judicial body at the Tampa campus level and comprises five Judges. The Tampa Circuit Court is led by the Chief Judge. Tampa Judges are appointed by the Tampa Governor with the advice and consent of the Tampa Campus Council. The Tampa Circuit Court also has the final jurisdiction over parking citations and holds parking appeals as a service for students. If you have received a parking citation and believe extenuating circumstances might warrant the dismissal or reduction of your fine, you may appeal the citation with the Parking and Transportation Services for reconsideration. Parking appeals must be made within 14 calendar days of receiving the citation. Students mayrequest assistance during the final appeal process from the Tampa Deputy Public Defender. To request assistance from the Tampa Deputy Public Defender please email [email protected].
CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: (813) 974-2401 Office: Marshall Student Center 4300 Website: www.usf.edu/sg Email: [email protected] Facebook: fb.me/usfstudentgov Twitter: @usfstudentgov Instagram: @usfstudentgov
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Student Government is comprised of more than 250 student volunteers and employees. We are here for you, the student body, to serve your needs and be your voice. Some of the things we offer you include: • Involvement and Experience • Services • Resources • Job Opportunities • Volunteer Opportunities To learn more about SG, visit us at the fourth floor of the Marshall Student Center or visit us online at www.usf.edu/sg SERVICES SAFE TEAM: safe golf cart escorts on campus at night Bulls Media: student multimedia production and remote DJ services Computer Services: 100 computer work stations and free prints Free Tax Help Free Legal Aid For Notary Services please contact Ian Carroll at [email protected] or Lerren Bradley-Tyler at [email protected] PROGRAMS & TRADITIONS Apartment & Business Expo (ABX) Midnight Breakfast Bulls Blitz – free rides to football home game Off-Campus Housing Services Collegiate Readership program OUR Shirt DJ Services Pastries with the President Football Tailgates State of the Student Body Address Free Green Books Street Team Free Legal Aid Student Body and Senate Elections Free Notary Services Student Memorial Ceremony Free On-Campus Printing University Wide Committees Free Student Planner USF Day at the Capitol Free Tax Preparation
(Programs, services and events are subject to change throughout the year.)
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MISSION STATEMENT SAFE Team is dedicated to providing a heightened level of safety at the University of South Florida. We provide this service by constantly patrolling sectors of campus in order to deter crime, offering safe escorts to USF students and staff, and working in conjunction with local figures to provide the Alert Cab service to USF students. SAFE Team is directly supervised by University Police and Student Government.
SERVICES SAFE Team Escort: A SAFE Team escort is a team of two ground field staff either on a golf cart or a walking team that will accompany a number of students, faculty, or staff from one location on the University of South Florida Tampa campus to another. SAFE Team only services on campus locations (although they can escort to the edge of campus). Information Needed: Name, Number of riders (typically 1 or 2), Your location, and Destination SAFE Ride: SAFE Team also offers a free, once-a-month program, offering students safe rides home through UBER. Students are offered a voucher that can be redeemed in the UBER app and utilized to ensure safe ways home in any situation. This program is offered to all current USF students. Students who want to take advantage of this program should call SAFE Team’s number from 6:30 PM to 2 AM, ask for a SAFE ride and will be prompted to give their name, university ID number and cell phone number. They will then be texted a link for their voucher.
Disclaimer: Vouchers are limited and may run out before the end of the month. In case of emergencies, students should always call 911.
CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: (813) 974-SAFE (7233) Office: Marshall Student Center, 1800 Website: https://www.usf.edu/student-affairs/student-government/services/safe-team.aspx Hours of operation: 6:30pm - 2:00am (open seven days a week & closed on official USF holidays)
180 Welcome to Bulls Media. We are USF’s official student-run multimedia production service. Formerly Bulls Radio, Bulls Media has been revitalized to incorporate a wide range of music and entertainment production services. Additionally, we provide DJ services to the USF campus at no or low cost. Visit our office on the 1st floor of the Marshall Student Center, next to the Bull Pen, for hands-on experience creating your own podcast, producing your own music, calling live USF sports games, and more. If you can dream it, our multitalented staff can help you do it. Stocked with state-of-the-art equipment, Bulls Media welcomes students from any field of study and skill level. Bulls Media offers students a premier learning environment where they can gain valuable production experience that will be an asset to them in any career. Students have access to many incredible opportunities. Some of these include: producing your own podcast, working with local bands, attending music events around Tampa Bay, calling USF sports games, producing sports broadcasts, building content for Bulls Media’s social media channels, contributing to the Bulls Media website and evening training to become a DJ! If you are interested in being a part of Bulls Media, please contact us!
CONTACT INFORMATION Studio: (813) 974-9285 Office: (813) 974-4906 Email: [email protected] Website: www.BullsMedia.Org Twitter: @TheBullsMedia Instagram: @usf_bullsmedia
181 STUDENT GOVERNMENT COMPUTER SERVICES FRONT DESK: 813-974-1406 ABOUT SERVICES Student Government Computer Services offers students Free Services modern and up-to-date technology to facilitate a Free wireless printing, copying & scanning (up to successful university experience. Our facility offers a $3.00 a day) wide array of services, including scanning, printing, faxing, copying, and much more (see below). All . Must be currently enrolled in classes & have a student PC workstation are equipped with a whole valid USF ID suite of innovative software ranging from Microsoft . Price per sheet: BW $0.11, Color $0.22 Office programs, to Adobe Creative Cloud, AutoCAD . Posters: Satin paper $0.87 per sqft, Heavy paper software and much more. $0.30 per sqft Students with a valid USF ID may take advantage of Handicapped Accessible Computers free, wireless printing, copying and scanning services Poster Printers and check out any of our various resources (listed below). The main floor of the lab is located in room Digital Media Programs (all PC workstations) 1308 in the Marshall Student Center. MSC 2308, right Lamination Services (2nd floor) upstairs houses our Quiet Floor, which is ideal for stu- Complementary Coffee (2nd floor) dents seeking a silent space to study. This floor has our White Boards (2nd floor) 3 Mac computers, 40 PC computers and whiteboards. Students can also access this floor to receive lamination Basic Computer Assistance services and complementary coffee. Additionally, the 2nd Floor also includes a private study room (MSC Check-Out Services 2308A) open for students to reserve and work in Any student with a valid USF ID is encouraged to check groups. Stop by the Front Desk to make a reservation! out any of the following resources at the Front Desk: For closures and upcoming seminars, please check . Apple Lightning cable the USF Student Government page or the SGCS . Android micro-USB & micro-USB C cables website (https://www.usf.edu/student-affairs/student- . Headphones government/services/computer-services.aspx) . SD Card Reader COMPUTER LAB HOURS OF OPERATION . Dry Erase Markers & Erasers 2nd Floor (Quiet Study 1st Floor, MSC 1308 Reservations Area), MSC 2308 Organizations and USF departments are welcome to Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm Sunday, Closed reserve the Computer Lab for seminars and presentations. Please email the SGCS Director (or Ian Carroll) with Monday, 8 am – 11 pm Monday, 8 am – 8 pm details about the reservation including; date/time, and the Tuesday, 8 am – 11 pm Tuesday, 8 am – 8 pm number of computers needed at least two weeks prior to your reservation so that we may best accommodate you. Wednesday, 8 am – 11 pm Wednesday, 8 am – 8 pm Students are also welcome to reserve our private group Thursday, 8 am – 11 pm Thursday, 8 am – 8 pm study space on the 2nd floor in room 2308A. The room Friday, 8 am – 8 pm Friday, 8 am – 5 pm is equipped with TVs presentations, a white board an enough room for up to four students. Saturday, 11 am – 5 pm Saturday, Closed COURTESY SGCS computer labs are closed on all national holidays No talking on cell phones in the 2nd Floor Quiet Lab. and typically when undergraduate classes are not in Please recycle paper when possible. session. Special hours/closures will be posted outside of these labs and on our website. The 2nd floor hours CONTACT US are subject to change for various departmental or Director: Najib Albadrasawi ([email protected]) organization reservations. Associate Director of Business: Josephine Mannino ([email protected]) Associate Director of Technology: Chien Truong ([email protected]) Departmental Advisor: Ian Carroll ([email protected]) 182 STUDENT GOVERNMENT ADVISING, TRAINING & OPERATIONS
Are you interested in learning more about opportunities to work in Student Government? Student Government Advising, Training & Operations will be happy to help you explore your options as a potential SG employee, volunteer, or future officer. Stop by and chat with our staff. Our primary work focus is to facilitate the inner workings of USF’s Student Government by providing guidance and training to the current student administration and employees as well as operational support to the myriad of programs produced by Student Government.
To develop students in their role as Student Government MISSION: leaders within the broader context of serving the University of South Florida students.
Creating adaptive, ethical environments where students VISION: aspire to change the world.
We practice a holistic, learning partnership and VALUES: developmental philosophy characterized by:
ADVOCACY CIVILITY INCLUSIVITY INTEGRITY
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: TELEPHONE - 813-974-4704 OFFICE - MSC 4303B usf.edu/sgato
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GET INVOLVED. BUILD A TRADITION. MAKE AN IMPACT. USF’s Center for Student Involvement empowers students to create co-curricular experiences that cultivate an environment in which every student at USF will be engaged in transformational experiences that lead to lifelong learning, personal growth, and connection to the university. The Center contributes to student success through quality involvement opportunities, education, and advising which foster USF pride, global leaders, and holistic student development. Visit www.usf.edu/involvement for more information on the Center’s programs and ways to get involved. JOIN CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD Interested in adding valuable skills to your resume gained from planning events for hundreds, even thousands, of Bulls? Want to meet celebrities or plan a concert? How about curating an art exhibit? Then check out our student run Campus Activities Board and let us know if you’re interested in volunteering or student employment! BECOME A MEMBER Since 1966, fraternities and sororities have contributed to the history, achievements, pride, and overall student experience on campus and within the surrounding Tampa Bay community. With 50 unique organizations reflecting the diversity of our USF student body, each chapter embraces our four core values: Integrity, Learning, Leadership, and Service. Members are heavily involved in leadership opportunities within Student Government, Orientation, USF Ambassadors, and much more. Being a member of a fraternity/sorority means joining an organization that is bigger than yourself where you learn about personal values and ethics and finding that organization that has the values and morals that align with your own. Through programs the Center hosts, to philanthropies created by each organization, members of the fraternity/sorority community are exposed to multiple opportunities for personal and professional development. The process of joining varies for each of the four councils recognized at USF including the Interfraternity Council, Multicultural Greek Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, and the Panhellenic Association. VOLUNTEER The Center for Student Involvement’s Committee volunteers provide important perspective to creating exceptional events, providing assistance on the day of events, and having a lot of fun too! This is another great opportunity to Get Involved. Build a Tradition. Make an Impact.
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The Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement (CLCE) trains, educates, and develops USF community members to be effective, ethical, and positively engaged leaders among the global community. You can get involved with the CLCE through one—or more—of four areas: 1. Co-curricular Leadership programs including the Emerging Leaders Institute, the Lunchtime Leadership Service, and the Certified Student Leader Program. 2. Civic Engagement opportunities including Charge, Stampede of Service, Bull Service Breaks, and other volunteer opportunities, and the Certified Active Citizen Program. 3. Student organizations. The CLCE supports over 33,000 students engaged in more than 600 student organizations. Find your home on BullSync: usf.edu/BullSync 4. Leadership Studies minor. Consisting of four courses, the minor is designed to add value to a variety of academic programs. All course are taught In the CLCE. The work of the CLCE is lived out through our values of learning, empowerment, innovation, diversity and inclusion, and citizenship. Explore usf.edu/CLCE to learn more and find your best fit by searching “CLCE” on usf.edu/BullSync to stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in the CLCE. Come see us on the first and third floors of the Marshall Student Center.
Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement Marshall Student Center, Student Life Tower, 1st Floor Mailing Address: 4202 E. Fowler Ave, MSC 4100, Tampa, FL 33620 Front Office: (813) 974-7595 Fax: (813) 974-8011
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Overview Welcome to the Office of Multicultural Affairs, commonly referred to as OMA. We are located on the third floor of the Marshall Student Center in the Student Life Tower and offer a variety of programs and services that prepare students for a global society. Get Connected
Mission Statement With Us The Office of Multicultural Affairs coordinates educational, cultural, and social programs to foster Location: Marshall Student experiences which create interculturally mature global citizens who are prepared to thrive in diverse Center 3300 & 3306 environments. While promoting intercultural dialogue, awareness, advocacy and respect for diversity, Phone: (813) 974-5111 OMA helps students understand and appreciate a multitude of identities. Through programming, Email: [email protected] trainings, and direct connections with our staff and services, OMA creates an inclusive environment enabling students to become conscientious global citizens.
Get Involved!
ISLC – Intercultural Student Leadership Conference iBuddy – International Buddy Program Takes place annually in February
Look for These Celebrate Diversity All Year! Symbols On Campus
APRIL MAY
Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month
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THE NETWORK: Make new friends while making USF feel like home! The Network is led by Peer Advisor Leaders who can help you get plugged in, meet new people, and make USF feel like a small, tight knit com- munity. Join The Network at usf.edu/newstudent
WEEK OF WELCOME & FIRST FIFTY DAYS: WOW + FFD is a campus-wide celebration that features tons of campus traditions and activities to welcome you to USF. Meet new people, explore involvement opportunities and navigate key campus resources! PEER COACHING: Meet with a current USF student who is committed to making your transition to USF fun and successful. Get individualized coaching to help you manage your transition to USF! GO BULLS GUIDES: Download the Go Bulls Guides app and select the New Student and Family Guide to stay up-to-date on campus events taking place each semester. Download it here at bit.ly/newstudentfamilyguide
usf.edu/newstudent Facebook & Instagram 813-974-2896 @usf_nsc [email protected]
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usf.edu/rsl
BHAKTI YOGA SOCIETY NAVIGATORS See our Facebook page for location and times Meeting Times: Wednesdays at 9pm https://www.facebook.com/bhakti.usf/ http://www.usfnavs.com/
CATHOLIC STUDENT CENTER RATIO CHRISTI Meeting Times: Every Saturday & Sunday at 8pm Monday night 7:00pm MSC 2703 http://www.catholicusf.org/ https://ratiochristi.org/usf
CHABAD JEWISH STUDENT CENTER REFORMED UNIVERSITY FELLOWSHIP www.usfchabad.com Meeting Times: Tuesdays at 7:30pm http://www.usf.ruf.org/ CHI ALPHA CAMPUS MINISTRY Thursdays at 7:30pm ST. ANSELM’S EPISCOPAL CHAPEL CENTER Meeting Times: Thursdays at 6:30pm; 1st Sunday of CORNERSTONE STUDENT FELLOWSHIP the month Mass at 5:00pm (Fall and Spring semesters) Meeting Times: Saturdays at 11:15am http://usfchapelcenter.org/ See our Facebook page or Instagram @csfatusf USF BCM CRU Meeting Times: Thursdays at 8pm Meeting Times: Wednesdays at 7:30pm www.usfbcm.com https://www.cruatusf.com/ WESLEY FOUNDATION AT USF HILLEL JEWISH STUDENTS ASSOCIATION Meeting Times: Tuesdays at 6pm. Wednesdays at 7pm Meeting Times: Fridays at 6:30pm http://www.wesleyusf.com/ https://www.usfhillel.org/ YOUNG LIFE COLLEGE AT USF INTERVARSITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Follow us on Instagram for details @usf.younglife Club on Tuesdays @ 7:44pm Meeting Times: Thursdays at 7:30pm Beyond Bible Study on Wednesdays @ 7:44pm http://www.ivusf.org/
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“Go Bulls” Hand Symbol The bullhorns created from the fingers on your hand displays a powerful symbol that silently screams: “Go Bulls!” The hand symbol, first started as a good luck for basketball free-throw shooters, the symbol is now used during all athletic events.
Week of Welcome Week of Welcome (WOW) is a four-day event series, providing campus-wide programs that aim to make you gain confidence and feel at home. WOW is packed with social, informative, and academic events and activities that allow students to meet new people, explore involvement opportunities, and navigate key campus resources.
First Fifty Days First Fifty Days is an intentional event and program series geared towards connecting new and returning students to key campus resources and involvement opportunities tied to enhancing the USF experience.
Family and Friends Weekend Family and Friends Weekend is a chance to reconnect with your family members on and around USF campus as we provide you a warm welcome to the Bulls community! Explore the opportunities that USF has to offer, including a Guided Tour of the Contemporary Art Museum, Canoeing & Kayaking at Riverfront Park, and much more in conjunction with Homecoming Week for a fun and meaningful experience!
Homecoming Week The University of South Florida Homecoming Superbull is a week-long celebration of USF students, alumni, and the campus community. The Week includes exciting events such as; the Kickoff & Stampede Comedy Show, numerous student competitions, parade, and the Homecoming Ball, where a Homecoming Concert is crowned representing each of USF’s three regional institutions. Get ready for the biggest party of the year! Head over to the Sun Dome on Thursday night for an awesome concert with a few thousand of your closest USF friends! The Running of the Bulls Parade is an event to remember. Come be a part of a USF tradition and support your favorite student organizations, local businesses, and USF departments! There will be watch parties and lots of fun along the route, so be sure to walk around! It’s the perfect environment for families and students alike. Homecoming Week wouldn’t be complete without cheering on our Bulls to victory! Be sure to head to Raymond James Stadium decked in your green and gold to cheer on Coach Taggart and the Bulls!
USF Week Established when former Tampa Mayor Pam Iorio declared April 9th to be USF Day in 2010, the one-day celebration has morphed into a weeklong celebration known as USF Week. USF Week includes a number of events celebrating USF pride such as the Ultimate Bull Talent Show, the Undergraduate Research Conference, Rocky’s Birthday Bash, the University Lecture Series, Bullstock and many more. USF Week is a celebration of the institutions’ rich history and its community. Get excited for an unforgettable journey as we celebrate the milestones at USF and the community! The Ultimate Bull Talent Show is an opportunity to display how much talent our community has. From singing to spoken word, USF students have so much to offer. This is a talent show you won’t want to miss! The Undergraduate Research & Arts Conference, hosted by The Office for Undergraduate Research, provides a venue for undergraduate students in all disciplines to present their current research and receive feedback from research mentors and peers.
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Rocky’s Birthday Bash is an amazing event to celebrate everyone’s favorite mascot, Rocky D. Bull! You won’t want to miss this night filled with music, dancing, food, cake, and, of course, a special appearance from Rocky himself! Bullstock is a USF tradition featuring live music, food, and much more. Join us for the biggest tradition of the semester featuring Battle of the Bands winners and other popular performers!
Rocky the Bull: The official ‘live’ mascot of USF Athletics can be found stampeding up and down the sidelines of just about every sport. The loveable character is a fan and kid favorite.
The Herd of Thunder: USF’s Marching Band, the Herd of Thunder (HOT), first took to the field at the football season home opener against Southwest Texas State on September 11, 1999. Their unique entrance to the field began as a running “stampede” and the tradition has continued ever since. Their songs create an exciting atmosphere during USF Athletic events.
USF Fight Song: Alma Mater: USF Bulls are we, Hail to Thee, our Alma Mater May thy name be told, We hold our standard upright and free. Where above thy gleaming splendor, Waves the green For Green and Gold we stand united. and gold. Our beacon lighted and noble to see. Thou our guide in quest for knowledge. Where we all are free USF Bulls are we, University of South Florida, Alma Mater, Hail to thee! For USF will always be. Be our guide in truth and wisdom As we onward go, With all our might we fight the battle May thy glory, fame and honor Never cease to grow; here and now, and we will win the victory! May our thoughts and prayers be with thee through (shout!) S-O-U-T-H F-L-O-R-I-D-A eternity, South Florida, South Florida Go Bulls! University of South Florida, Alma Mater, Hail to thee!
March Victorious: The Bull: March Victorious is played at different times during Confused by many as the fight song of USF, “The USF football and basketball games, including after Bull” is a rally cry for fans to get on their feet and every touchdown by the USF football team. start circling the Bulls “hand symbol” over their head.
For more on USF traditions see: www.usf.edu/about-usf/traditions 190 PHYLLIS P. MARSHALL STUDENT CENTER The Center of It All! Get Involved | Meet Friends | Study | Relax
MSC BY THE NUMBERS: Mothering Room: Situated near the Oval Theater on • 230,000 sq. ft. overall the second floor, the Mothering Room offers privacy and comfort for a breastfeeding mother. • 50,000 sq. ft. of conference and meeting spaces • 125 student employment opportunities Lounges: Our lounge seating around the building and • Over 10,000 events annually study lounges offer opportunities to meet in groups, catch up on assignments or meet friends. • 2.5 million visits Computer Labs: the Student Government Computer INSIDE THE MSC: Lab offers a variety of technology related services. Food & Dining: Enjoy many different dining options ranging from fast food, grab and go packaged items, Wellness Center: Located on the first floor, students full buffet, coffee, and smoothies. can pick up free health products and resources, get a chair massage or grab a power snooze in one of our Student Life: Get Involved! Visit the offices of the futuristic nap pods. Student Life Tower to find opportunities for fun, learning, and leadership including the Center for MSC TRADITIONS: Leadership & Civic Engagement, Center for Student Bull Market: Every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Involvement, Education Abroad, New Student Con- the MSC Plaza. Vendors and student organizations sell nections and Parent & Family Programs, Office of unique items and pass out information about upcoming Multicultural Affairs, Dean of Students Office and events and services. Student Government. Marshall Study Center: Each fall and spring finals week, the MSC transforms into the Marshall Study Retail Center: Shops and services, including the Bulls Center, offering extended hours, individual and group Country Pharmacy, Dining Services, Print Shop, the study rooms, food specials to fuel your body, wellness Wellness Center, and the USF Federal Credit Union sessions to renew your mind, and faculty-lead review are located on the first floor. sessions to boost your brainpower. Serenity Room: Find a place away from the hustle and bustle of school to rejuvenate spiritually through STANDARD HOURS OF OPERATIONS prayer, meditation, and the like. The Serenity Room, Monday - Thursday: 7am - 12am located on the third floor, is a welcome contrast to the Friday: 7am -1am noise and activity found in every other part of the MSC. Saturday: 8am - 1am SkyPad: The SkyPad lounge and gaming area is Sunday: 10am - 12am located on the fourth floor and features large LCD screens for group study or fun, gaming pods and CONTACT INFORMATION vending machines. Come hangout or study in this popular spot! Information Desk: (813) 974-3180 Website: usf.edu/msc Centre Gallery: This student-run exhibition space Facebook: /MarshallStudentCenter on the second floor offers a stimulating and free art experience for all. Regular gallery hours are Monday Twitter: @USF_MSC through Friday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Instagram: usf_msc
Please note: hours are subject to change. Visit the website for the most up to date operating hours.
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CONTACT INFORMATION www.usf.edu/recwell
RECREATION & WELLNESS CENTER USF RIVERFRONT PARK Monday – Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Open Daily: 10am – 6pm Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. INTRAMURAL SPORTS Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (813) 974-4449 Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Meet new friends and get active! Over 30 sports offered throughout the year. THE FIT (LOCATED IN USF VILLAGE) (813) 974-2961 FITNESS Opened in 2017 and conveniently located in USF (813) 974-7084 Village, this fitness & wellness center offers an outdoor We offer group fitness, personal training, and specialty pool complex, nap pods, massage chairs, and cardio & programs such as Women on Weights and RecFit strength equipment. Hours are the same as the REC! Games. Tip: sign up for the student starter personal training package for a discount! THE WELL FITNESS CENTER Conveniently located in The WELL near USF Health, OUTDOOR RECREATION this fitness facility offers over 12,000 square feet of (813) 974-5557 cardio and strength space. Borrow Our Bikes, check off an Adventure Trip from REC & FIT POOLS your bucket list, get your bike and skateboard fixed, and rent outdoor equipment REC Indoor Pool: Monday - Thursday: 7am - 9am, 11am - 1pm, 5pm - 8pm SPORT CLUBS Friday: 7am - 9am, 11am - 1pm (813) 974-6323 Saturday & Sunday: 1pm - 4pm With over 40 student organizations centered around physical activity and sport, there is something for FIT Leisure Pool: everyone. No experience is needed to join! Monday - Sunday: 1pm - 7pm (closes at 6pm or sunset during late-fall through mid-spring)
Stay Connected: facebook.com/usfrecwell twitter.com/usfrecwell instagram.com/usfrecwell
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The safety of the campus and our community members is a top priority here at USF. Many departments provide safety resources for the campus. However, you have a role in this as well. Here are important links to educating yourself, protecting the safety of your property and person, and helping us to protect the community.
Departments Dean of Students Office - http://www.usf.edu/student-affairs/dean-of-students/index.aspx Victims Advocacy - http://www.usf.edu/student-affairs/victim-advocacy/index.aspx University Police - https://www.usf.edu/administrative-services/university-police/ Emergency Health and Safety - http://www.usf.edu/administrative-services/environmental-health-safety/ Student Outreach and Support - http://www.usf.edu/student-affairs/student-outreach-support/
Resources • USF Safe App • Blue Lights The USF Safe App is available as a free download. Blue Lights around campus are connected directly You can make emergency calls; trigger Mobile to 911. If you are experiencing an emergency, push Bluelight; and more. the button. If are not safe where you are, keep going • SAFE Team from light to light pushing the button. Emergency personnel will find you. The SAFE Team provides on campus transportation and escort from point to point late at night. More • 911 information on page 180. Contact 911 if you are having an emergency on campus. • Off the Grid Off the Grid is a task force out of the Dean of Stu- dents office that works with the local community to address safety issues off campus and create education and awareness campaigns for students who live off campus.
Crime Prevention Tips http://www.usf.edu/administrative-services/university-police/avoid-crime/tips.aspx • Maintain awareness at all times • If you see an emergency situation or need help, • Use safety resources contact 911 • Register valuable property with the University • Look out for each other. If you believe another Police Department student is troubled or whose behavior is of concern to others, contact Student Outreach Services http:// • Lock doors and properly secure bicycles www.usf.edu/student-affairs/student-outreach- • Consider safety features when choosing an apart- support/socat/index.aspx ment complex – you can find helpful tips on the Dean of Students Website (http://www.usf.edu/ student-affairs/dean-of-students/emergencies/ off-campus-safety.aspx)
Education and Awareness Training Annual Security and Safety Report: The Florida Department of Law Enforcement http://www.usf.edu/administrative-services/university- Sexual Offender/Predator website can be found at: police/your-safety/campus-safety-guide.aspx https://offender.fdle.state.fl.us/ RAD (Women’s self-defense course) – provided by Active Shooter Information: University Police http://www.usf.edu/administrative-services/university- police/your-safety/actives-shooter-information.aspx
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ATTRACTIONS: ◦ Busch Gardens: For discounted USF student tickets and information please visit https://buschgardens.com/tampa/annual-pass/usf/. Annual student ticket passes are $130. Please email [email protected] to find out more about currently deals and partnerships with Busch Gardens. ◦ Adventure Island: For tickets and information please visit https://adventureisland.com. For just $30 you can add an Adventure Island pass to your USF student annual Busch Gardens pass. ◦ Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park Zoo: For tickets and more information please visit https://zootampa.org/ ($36.95 pay one day get all year free *blockout dates apply) ◦ The Florida Aquarium: For tickets and information please visit www.flaquarium.org. ◦ The Great Escape Room Tampa Bay: For tickets and information please visit https://thegreatescaperoom.com/tampa/ ◦ City PASS Tampa: Includes Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, The Florida Aquarium, Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Museum of Science & Industry or Chihuly Collection for $119.00 which saves you $128.12. Read more at https://www.citypass.com/tampa. ◦ Disney: For discounted Disney Passes please visit https://www.studentguest.com/college/?school=usf. ◦ Nearby Florida West Coast beaches: Clearwater, Ft. De Soto, Pass-a-Grille, and St. Petersburg beach ◦ Tampa Bay Farmers Market is Open 7 Days a Week Mon-Sat 8am-6pm, Sunday 8am-5pm. https://www.tampabayfarmersmarket.com/ Please email [email protected] for more information regarding USF Student Discounts.
EVENT VENUES: ◦ David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts: Please visit https://www.strazcenter.org/ for information and tickets. ◦ Raymond James Stadium: Please visit raymondjamesstadium.com for information and tickets. ◦ Amalie Arena: Please visit www.amaliearena.com for information and tickets. ◦ Tropicana Field: Please visit https://www.mlb.com/rays/ballpark for information and tickets. ◦ Yuengling Center: Please visit www.yuenglingcenter.com/ for information and tickets. ◦ Ruth Eckerd Hall: Please visit https://www.rutheckerdhall.com/ for information and tickets.
ARTS & CULTURE: ◦ USF Contemporary Art Museum: For information and events please visit: http://www.usfcam.usf.edu/CAM/cam_about.html. ◦ Tampa Museum of Art: For information and events please visit http://tampamuseum.org/. (free with Student ID) ◦ Museum of Fine Arts: For information and events please visit http://mfastpete.org/. ($15 with Student ID) ◦ The Salvador Dali Museum (St. Petersburg): For information and events please visit http://thedali.org/. ($18 with Student ID) ◦ Florida Holocaust Museum: For information and tickets please visit https://www.flholocaustmuseum.org. ($10 with Student ID) ◦ Ringling Museum of Art: For more information and tickets please visit https://www.ringling.org/ ($5 with Student ID)
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PLACES OF WORSHIP: ◦ B’nai B’rith Hillel: For information and service times please visit: http://bethamtampa.org/2-uncategorised/397-jewishcommunity-1. ◦ Catholic Student Center: For information and service times please visit https://catholicusf.org/ ◦ Episcopal University Center: For information and service times please visit http://usfchapelcenter.org/ ◦ First Baptist Church: For information and service times please visit http://www.fbctt.org/ ◦ Masjid Al-Qassam: For information and service times please visit www.ictampa.org/ ◦ North Pointe: For information and service times please visit https://northpointefl.org/ ◦ Wat Mongkolratanaram: For information and service times please visit http://www.wattampa.com/
12 THINGS TO DO UNDER $10: ◦ Yoga in the park at the Curtis Hixon Park - please visit: https://luckycatyoga.com/yoga-in-the-park for more information. ◦ Tampa River walk - for more information and events please visit: https://www.visittampabay.com/tour-the-riverwalk.html (free admission) ◦ Movies at the park at Water Works Park - for more information and movie showings please visit: https://www.tampagov.net/special-events-coordination/movies-in-the-park (free admissions) ◦ Tampa Museum of Art (free with Student ID) ◦ The Ringling Museum ($5 with Student ID) ◦ Waterfront USF St. Pete – Kayaking (free with Student ID) ◦ Manatee Viewing Center at Tampa Electric (free admission) ◦ USF Botanical Gardens ($1 admission with Student ID) ◦ Riverfront Park provides kayaks, canoes, and paddleboard rentals for $5 and disk golf for free *bring your own disks or rentals provided ◦ Sparkman Wharf - For more Information, please visit https://sparkmanwharf.com/ ◦ Funlan Drive in theatre please visit for show times and information: https://www.floridaswapshop.com/tampa. ($7 Adult admission) ◦ The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts in downtown Tampa ($8 with Student ID)
TAMPA FOODIES: ◦ Armature Works ◦ Green Lemon ◦ Suwatdee Thai Cuisine ◦ Bar Taco ◦ Ichicoro Ramen ◦ Thee Burger Spot ◦ Burger Monger ◦ Jerkhut ◦ Taco Dirty ◦ Capital Tacos ◦ Joe’s New York Diner ◦ Three Brothers Halal ◦ Chop Chop Shop ◦ King of the Coop ◦ Westshore Pizza ◦ Datz ◦ La Cabaña Antioqueña ◦ 3 Dot Dash ◦ Eddie and Sams Pizza ◦ Oxford Exchange ◦ 4 Rivers Smokehouse ◦ Felicitous ◦ Quickly Boba ◦ Fresh Kitchen ◦ Ruben’s Cubans
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