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Anthony - Class of 2010
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Panama City Beach, FL

“The University of South Florida has a great faculty, especially within the Honors College, who are there to welcome students with open arms. I also like how the university puts on a variety of events before classes even begin so that new students can meet a lot of different people." >> Read moree

Ashlee- Class of 2009
Major: Public Relations
Hometown: Longboat Key, FL

“USF’s location does affect my future plans. As a public relations major, working in a big city is pretty much a necessity. Most public relations work take place in large corporations and agencies found in major cities. Tampa is major city that has a lot to offer students looking for experience in their field.” >> Read more

Kandice - Class of 2009
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Miami, FL

“USF has so many majors to choose from there was no doubt that I would find the one for me once I became a student here." >> Read more

LaNard- Class of 2009
Major: Political Science
Hometown: Hollywood, FL

“USF is the heart of the city. There are so many opportunities that I have because I am a student here.” >> Read more

Crystal - Class of 2008
Major: Mass Communications
Hometown: Jacksonville, FL

“Dance Marathon is the largest student-run philanthropy on campus. I help raise money for All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg. My involvement in Dance Marathon has allowed me to meet other students who share a love for helping children." >> Read more

Jennifer- Class of 2008
Major: Marketing
Hometown: Alameda, CA

“My first day of classes was very exciting! I was very comfortable in the huge campus because of my university experience class. The class is great for incoming freshmen because it starts two weeks before the fall classes.” >> Read more

Kimberly - Class of 2009
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Jacksonville, FL

“I chose USF because it has one of the top Nursing programs in the state of Florida. I knew that graduating from USF would fully prepare me for my future career!” >> Read more

Letha - Class of 2010
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Orlando, FL

“I enjoy volunteering with The Center for Civic Engagement and Volunteerism because not only am I helping my community, but it’s an opportunity to meet some amazing people and make some great friends!” >> Read more

Raffaele - Class 2008
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Norwalk, CT

“Conducting research provides me with the experience I deserve to succeed in medical school as well as becoming a physician and a citizen in my community." >> Read more

Theresa- Class of 2008
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Marco Island, FL

“I am involved with the National Residence Hall Honorary, which is an organization that allows me the opportunity to give back to my community while still being involved with my residence hall.” >> Read more

Rose - Class of 2009
Major: Mass Communications
Hometown: Starke, Florida

“I think that my involvement in student organizations has made me a more effective leader and an active community member. At USF there is an organization for everybody."

Salaheddine- Graduate Student
Major: Speech-Language Pathologyy
Hometown: Tunis, Tunisia

“USF is a really friendly atmosphere to learn and blossom.” >> Read more

Audrey - Graduate Student
Major: French Literature
Hometown: Toulouse, France

“I actually have (too) many friends! It is such a big campus, but it is a small world! I should count how many times I say “hello” per day.
" >> Read more

Charmy- Graduate Student
Major: Mass Communications
Hometown: Cauayan City, Philippines

“Last summer, I worked as a correspondent of the Oracle. This gave me hands on experience on how it is being a print journalist.” >> Read more

Cherisse - Class of 2008
Major: Microbiology
Hometown: Pointe a Pierre, Trinidad & Tobago

“I like Homecoming Week because it's one huge dose of school spirit. If you weren't a USF Bull before, you definitely become one somewhere between going on rides at the carnival and trying to grab beads mid-air during the parade." >> Read more

James- Graduate Student
Major: Mathematics Education
Hometown: Accra, Ghana

“I am working on a research project that examines the extent to which the cognitive complexity for fourth grade mathematics assessment for different states are similar.” >> Read more

Nicole - Class of 2009
Major: Political Science
Hometown: Toms River, NJ

“I come from an area that is very diverse, so I feel at home and I appreciate the different cultures. I have met a lot of people from many places.” >> Read moree

Shadab - Class of 2008
Major: Microbiology
Hometown: Mumbai, India

“USF offers undergraduates an opportunity to be a part of the research teams. This not only broadens the student'ss understanding but also gives them a taste of their respective field.” >> Read more

Abraham - Graduate Student
Major: Public Health
Hometown: Nicaragua

“I am a member of the Public Health Student association. I have been involved in collaborating health fairs. For example the Flu Shot Health Fair at the College of Public Health." >> Read more

Cody- Class of 2008
Major: Biology and Mathematics
Hometown: Niceville, Florida

“I am involved with the National Residence Hall Honorary, which is an organization that allows me the opportunity to give back to my community while still being involved with my residence hall.” >> Read more

Alecia - Class of 2009
Major: Interdisciplinary Social Sciences: Women's Studies & Sociology
Hometown: Altamonte Springs (Orlando), Florida

“I lived with 28 of my sorority sisters in Greek Village and it was the best experience of my entire life. There was always someone around to go grab food with, head to 80's ladies night, catch the Bull Runner to the library or just watch Grey's Anatomy on the couch." >> Read more

James- Class of 2009
Major: Business Management
Hometown: Bradenton, Florida

“The Marshall Center always has something going on either in the Underground or in the MLK plaza. I am excited about the possibilities the new Marshall Center will bring in 2008.” >> Read more

Elona - Class of 2009
Major: Microbiology
Hometown: Clearwater, Florida

“Professors at USF are very professional, dedicated, and passionate about teaching. Their hard work inspires students to learn and succeed academically." >> Read more

Brandi - Class of 2009
Major: Leadership Studies
Hometown: Orlando, Florida

“Being at USF challenges me to make a change, and it inspires me every day to know that I am capable of making changes - locally and globally.” >> Read more

Divya - Class of 2009
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: West Palm Beach, Florida

“Being of Indian decent, it was comforting to see so many students of similar ethnic backgrounds. There are many multicultural student organizations at USF that aid in allowing students to meet others like them or create awareness by hosting culturally-educational events and programs.” >> Read more

Ferdian- Graduate Student
Major: Entrepreneurship in Applied Technologies
Hometown: Clearwater, Florida

“I transferred to USF from a community college, so from my first day on campus I was impressed by all the activities that were going on. Although it was hectic, there were people everywhere who were more than happy to help me find my classes.” >> Read more

Paola - Class of 2008
Major: Computer Science
Hometown: Cali, Columbia

“I have developed friendships with people from different parts of the world such as India, England, the Middle East, South America and other places. This experience opened my eyes and taught me that there are other cultures out there that are as important as my own and the importance of respecting those differences." >> Read more

Jason- Doctoral Candidate
Major: Geography and Environmental Science and Policy
Hometown: Stephens City, VA

“I have traveled to Belize three times to do caving fieldwork in the jungle for part of my research. I’ve used different lab equipment at USF St. Petersburg and spent several weeks at the University of New Mexico working in a Mass Spectrometry lab dating samples.” >> Read more

Caryn - Class of 2008
Major: Political Science and Business Administration-Management
Hometown: Orlando, Florida

“Sometimes being on campus you forget that you are a part of such a large community outside of the university. It's like going to a school in a smaller town, but you have everything a city has to offer at your fingertips.” >> Read more

Aaron - Class of 2008
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Boca Raton, Florida

"I’m the president of the USF Bullseyes, a new target shooting club on campus. It’s nice to build something from the ground and work to turn it into something meaningful." >> Read more

Ghino - Class of 2008
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Tampa, Florida

"So has USF prepared me to think globally? DEFINITELY! When I first came to USF, I was naïve in my perceptions of the world, but USF showed me the significance of looking at the big picture and considering all of my options." >> Read more

Alan - Class of 2008
Major: Accounting
Hometown: Homestead, Florida

“Tampa was the main reason why I picked USF. The longer I'm here the harder it’s going to be to leave. I might just open my business here and stay.” >> Read more

Abdel - Graduate Student
Major: Medical Sciences
Hometown: Orlando, Florida

“Throughout my entire undergraduate and graduate studies at USF I have been involved in research. My work has resulted in three novel discoveries, over ten publications, four grant proposals, and over ten poster/oral presentations at local, national, and international meetings." >> Read more

Sam- Class of 2008
Major: Finance
Hometown: Boynton Beach, Florida

“Some people come to college to discover and cultivate a career. I came to USF and discovered a PASSION! I came here desiring to be a business woman and I am leaving a humanitarian and activist.” >> Read more

Jeremy - Class of 2008
Major: Communication
Hometown: Tampa, Florida

“I was lucky enough to take a course that was taught by the president of the National Communication Association. I have found that the majority of the faculty I have encountered are extremely accomplished and passionate about fostering the growth and learning of their students.” >> Read more

Iris - Class of 2008
Major: Economics & Africana Studies
Hometown: Tallahassee, Florida

"I have done research on the Economic Status of Women in the Dominican Republic and this has made me aware of what women all over the world are struggling through." >> Read more

Megan - Class of 2008
Major: Political Science
Hometown: St. Petersburg, Florida

"As a political science major, it’s been really exciting being involved with Student Government because it gives me a great practice run for my future career, and also allows me to make positive changes at USF for all students." >> Read more

Cordell - Class of 2009
Major: International Studies and International Business
Hometown: Tampa, Florida

“As an International Studies major, USF has directly shaped my global perspective. The university encourages global thinking in all of its departments, not just Government and Public Affairs.” >> Read more

Rony - Class of 2009
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Tampa, Florida

Whenever I do an experiment in the lab, I always have the goal in the back of my mind of helping people. I try my best to make an impact on a larger population.>> Read more

Mimi - Class of 2008
Major: Anthropology and Psychology
Hometown: Tampa, Florida

“University campuses are usually a place for free-thought and free expression and I love seeing different kinds of people on campus. My advisors are helping me prepare for international volunteering, study abroad and graduate school in Europe.” >> Read more

Sonja - Class of 2008
Major: Accounting
Hometown: Sunrise, Florida

“Living on campus was the best time of my life and a wonderful experience. It gave me a wonderful view of how many different cultures there are that I didn’t know about.” >> Read more

Jennifer - Class of 2007
Major: Biology
Hometown: Orlando, Florida

"USF is very diverse! You get to meet people from different cultures and backgrounds. Interacting with people from different nations helps you learn about the culture, traditions and other things that make them unique." >> Read more

Robin - Graduate Student
Major: Communication
Hometown: Moncure, North Carolina

"Through the USF Women in Leadership & Philanthropy program, I have attended workshops and engagements with prominent women in the community and the world and glean from their experience and knowledge. Their commitment to USF students inspires me to pursue my own philanthropic endeavors." >> Read more

Takara - Class of 2007
Major: Social Work
Hometown: Miami, Florida

"I first came to USF in high school as part of a Freshman Success Program. I met so many people, so when it was time to look for a college to attend I knew USF was the place for me. It just felt right." >> Read more

Jael - Graduate Student
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Hometown: Kissimmee, Florida

“The varied fields of science that I have observed in my research experiences fit perfectly with my career goal to integrate the search for knowledge and tie it directly to medicine, to create a bridge between the bench and bedside for the benefit of the patient.” >> Read more

Ashley - Junior
Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders
Hometown: Clearwater, Florida

“When I was searching for a college, I visited several campuses and they all called me to see if I was interested in enrolling. USF was by far the friendliest college.” >> Read more