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USF St. Petersburg and city officials celebrate refurbished Poynter Park

Mayor Bill Foster and some of  his staff who worked on improvements at Poynter Park.

Mayor Bill Foster and some of his staff who worked on improvements at Poynter Park.

St. Petersburg Mayor Bill Foster and Interim Regional Chancellor Bill Hogarth joined other city and USFSP officials Monday in a celebration of recent improvements at Poynter Park. The chancellor thanked the mayor for working with the university to upgrade and realign sidewalks in the waterfront park and improve lighting. The mayor praised the university for being an important partner in … Continue reading

Join us for the launch of the University Student Center, a major milestone and student achievement

Taking in the view from the second-floor balcony of the USC.

Taking in the view from the second-floor balcony of the USC.

The University Student Center at USF St. Petersburg marks a major milestone in the evolution of the university and an example of what a determined group of students can accomplish. The $21 million, 81,000 sq. ft. facility was partly financed with a special student fee passed by the Florida Legislature and supported by students who saw a need for a … Continue reading

At the USC, the banners are up, the basketball courts are done

Banners outside University Student Center

Banners outside University Student Center

Workers continue to complete the final details at the new University Student Center, which opens Aug. 25 when some 200 students move into the Residential Tower. This week, colorful banners were hung outside the building and crews began work on a series of video screens in the lobby. Two outdoor basketball courts have been completed. And kitchen equipment is being … Continue reading