BULLS BY THE BAY CRITTERS
2022-25 CAMPUS ADDITIONS
HURRICANES
NEWS TO KNOW
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One of the most recognizable breeds in the U.S., Snowbird is a labrador retriever mixed with this breed

Golden Retriever

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This friendly bull began showing up as a permanent addition to the St. Pete campus starting in 2023

Rocky

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A term for the calm, low-pressure center of a hurricane

The eye

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This health-related bachelor program will launch on campus in Fall 2026

Nursing

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A playful and intelligent marine mammal, it is frequently seen swimming in pods outside of the windows of the Regional Chancellor’s Suite

Bottlenose dolphin

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A temporary power source that can be used during storms, it is also the name of an art exhibit seen on a yearly basis in Harbor Hall

The Generator

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The university document that provides info on campus operations and preparedness tips

USF Hurricane Guide

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A 2023 student proposal from a USF government class led to this group getting free public bus rides in Pinellas County

Veterans

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This is the number of "Snowbird Collector Card" varieties that are floating around campus currently

18

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This signature fundraising event has been held during both "Octoberfest” and “St. Patty’s Day”

Bulls & Brews by the Bay

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The state that has experienced the most hurricanes

Florida

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A popular adult learning program that launched on the St. Pete campus in 2025

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

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Several manatees have been rescued from Bayboro Harbor in consecutive years on this exact date

January 22nd

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A major near and dear to the Regional Chancellor that assists those going into the #1 industry in Florida

Hospitality & Tourism Management

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The number of hurricanes that impacted the St. Petersburg campus during Chancellor Hardigree’s tenure

6

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For the first time in campus history, more than $1 million was raised to support this vital cause

Student Scholarships

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This program was brought to campus in 2024 as a resource to address mental and emotional health issues

Comfort/Therapy Dog Program

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A now annual tradition that is known for its "Spooky" vibes

Halloween Fest

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In the Atlantic, hurricane names are reused every six years unless a storm is so damaging that this happens

Name Retired

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The number of Bulls by the Bay briefings that went out over the past 3 years

155