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Welcome To Usfs Week Of Welcome!
Welcome to the University of South Florida! USFs Fall Week of Welcome (WOW) is a campus wide program with the purpose of making you feel at home and comfortable. WOW is packed with social, informative and academic programs where youll get a chance to speak with current students, faculty and staff. It is a great way to make your first connections to USF and get the inside scoop on campus life.

Kick- off Your New Year Right!

This year, WOW has been intentionally structured to help you start your USF experience on the right note! A series of intentional programs and shared experiences have been organized to maximize your involvement as a Bull, create networking opportunities, and campus excitement! There are many great opportunities to get involved in, so live the tradition and join the stampede!

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tradition! Marshall Student Center (MSC), 4-5:30pm

WOW Kick-Off Celebration

Kick-Off Week of Welcome and your first year at USF! Enjoy food, meet current USF students and staff, win great prizes, and learn what it means to be a USF Bull. Watch the balloons drop as we countdown to the official start of your USF experience!

Areas on Campus to Explore:

Looking for something else to do? Explore these other great opportunities today on campus! Andros Pool 1-6pm Campus Recreation 6am-12am Marshall Student Center (MSC) 7am-12am Botanical Gardens 9am-5pm

tradition! Marshall Student Center (MSC) Ballroom, 8-11pm

Nothing says welcome back like Welcome Jam! Join the Office of Multicultural Affairs for a night filled with fun, food, and performances from many of diverse organizations at USF. Dont start off the school year sitting in your room, come jam it up!!

Welcome Jam

Marshall Student Center (MSC) Oval Theatre, 10pm-12am

Movie Night - Rock of Ages

Take a break, relax and rock out! Watch the newly-released blockbuster, Rock of Ages, while you relax in the air conditioning of the MSC. Bring your friends and enjoy a movie with New Student Connections. New Student Connections Meet and Go - Want to meet new people? Join a group of students Einsteins Bro. Bagels in the MSC at 9:45pm.

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Juniper, Poplar, Magnolia, Beta, Castor & Holly East, 1-2:45pm

H o u s i n g C o m m un i ty E v e nt s
Its time to connect! Join in the fun by interacting with others in your community and the staff in the building youll call home this year! Check out the advertisements in your building, or ask a staff member for specific information regarding your buildings event! Sponsored by Housing and Residential Education.  2:30pm Meet up with your Resident Assistant (RA) and the rest of your community to experience our newest tradition - the USF Class Photo! Join the stampede and walk to the soccer stadium with your new friends.

John and Grace Allen Building (ALN) 102, 1-3pm

Talk As You Walk Tours

Do you live off campus? Would you like help finding your classes before the semester begins? Stop by the New Student Welcome Center and have a Green & Gold Guide show you around. Sponsored by the Green & Gold Guides and Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Corbett Soccer Stadium (SPS), 3-4:30pm

U SF C l a s s P h o t o
Join the Class of 2016 for USFs newest tradition - the USF Class Photo! Gather with other new students to spell out U-S-F! Come make USF history with New Student Connections, USF Athletics, Herd of Thunder Marching Band, the Alumni Association, Campus Recreation, Housing and Residential Education, and Student Government. Be sure to wear white and arrive at 3pm to be in the photo.

Areas on Campus to Explore:

Looking for something else to do? Explore these other great opportunities on campus! Andros Pool 1-6pm Campus Recreation 6am-12am Marshall Student Center (MSC) 7am-12am Botanical Gardens 9am-5pm

Cooper Hall (CPH) & Business Admin (BSN) Lawn, 5-8pm

U SF W o r l d W e l c o m e BB Q
Are you a new international student or have you just returned from studying abroad? This event is open to all students, so come share your global experiences, meet the USF World community and enjoy a good ole fashioned BBQ (with plenty of vegan options)! Sponsored by Education Abroad & International Services.

Beta Fields (near Beta Hall), 5:30-7:30pm

tradition! Marshall Student Center (MSC) Ballroom, 7-8pm & 9-10pm

Beta Sports Fest

Start off the semester right with some outdoor sports! Come join Baptist Collegiate Ministries for whiffle ball, basketball, frisbee, volleyball, and other sports.

L a r r y V o l z C o m e dy Hy p n o s i s S h o w 2 Shows!
Join the Campus Activities Board and Larry Volz for this popular USF tradition! Be a part of the action as USF students are hypnotized, in an evening of hilarious, good-natured fun.

Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheater, 9pm-12am

Late night Band Series!

Love live music? Come listen to a local Tampa band showcase their talents! Join New Student Connections and support the USF community while enjoying a night of live music with friends! New Student Connections Meet and Go - Want to meet new people? Join a group of students Einsteins Bro. Bagels in the MSC at 8:45pm.

USF Crosswinds Building (WFC), 11pm-1am

Breakfast at Midnight
Who doesnt love breakfast for dinner? Come end the evening with Crosswinds at USF and a FREE breakfast! The excitement begins at 11pm with food, games, a live DJ, a photo booth, and tons of giveaways.

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Marshall Student Center (MSC) Oval Theatre, 12:30-2:30pm

Drawing the Shades

Interested in theater and theatrical performances? Students describe this play as powerful and enlightening. It tells the story of four college students who survived sexual violence and underscores the increased risk of sexual violence during the first weeks on campus. Performed by USF students and sponsored by Wellness USF. New Student Connections Meet and Go - Want to meet new people? Join a group of students Einsteins Bro. Bagels in the MSC at 12pm (noon).

Marshall Student Center (MSC) Conference Wing 3rd floor, 3-5pm

H o w T o In f o r m a t i o n a l S e s s i o n s
Want to learn how you can get tickets to the first home football game? Want to join a sorority or fraternity? Maybe community service or studying abroad is your thing. Interested to learn tips on how to get a job on campus? Stop by these informational sessions to learn the ins and outs of being successful. Each workshop will take place three times between 3-5pm. First session-3-3:30pm / Second session-3:45-4:15pm / Third session-4:30-5pm Student Employment@USF / MSC 3700 Learn how to apply for jobs on campus, tips for standing out among other applicants, and the peak hiring periods. Education Abroad / MSC 3704 Learn about the benefits of study abroad (for every major!), the different kinds of programs we offer, funding opportunities, and how to get started! USF Athletics / MSC 3705 Want to learn how you can get tickets to all USF home football games? Learn from Athletics how to request your FREE student ticket to attend USF Football games at Raymond James Stadium and support the Bulls all season long! Parking & Transportation Services: Bull Runner / MSC 3708 Check out YOUR transportation options! Learn about the campus transit system, Bull Runner Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life / MSC 3709 Ever wondered what Greek Life is all about? Join us to learn what it is like, how to join, and what to expect from membership in a Fraternity or Sorority. Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement (CLCE) / MSC 3711 Volunteering is a USF tradition, so come learn about the online tool that will help you connect to projects that interest you. Learn about signing up for Community Plunge, 1,000 students giving 3 hours of service to Tampa Bay! Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) / MSC 3712 Transform your future through undergraduate research: let OUR show you how. Tutoring & Learning Services/ Writing Center / MSC 3713 Whats in your LEARNING wallet? Expand your learning wallet by finding out all about the FREE tutoring, writing, and study skills services available in the Library and online.

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Sun Dome, 5-6pm Come check out the new home of USF Basketball! Take a self-guided tour of the brand new Sun Dome and enjoy free food in the student club. Enter through Gate D, located beside Champions Choice. Sponsored by USF Athletics.

Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheatre, 5-7pm

W e l c o m e t o T a m p a B ay a n d G e t P l u g g e d In
Whether youre new to the area or from here, Tampa Bay has a ton to offer! Find out what USF and Tampa Bay have to offer and Get Plugged In with the Student Alumni Association, Ambassadors and Student Government. Interact with your fellow bulls and enjoy food, giveaways, music and special performances by fraternities and sororities.

USF Corral in the Sun Dome, 7-9pm

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U SF w o m e n s V o l l e y b a l l vs. Wisconsin
Cheer on the USF Womens Volleyball team in their season opener vs. Wisconsin.

Areas on Campus to Explore:

Looking for something else to do? Explore these other great opportunities on campus! Andros Pool 11am-6pm Campus Recreation 6am-10pm Marshall Student Center (MSC) 7am-1am Botanical Gardens 9am-5pm

U SF M e n s S o c c e r v s . M i c h i g a n
Come support the defending BIG EAST Red Division Champion USF Mens Soccer team as they host Michigan in a nationally televised match on Fox Soccer Channel.

Corbett Soccer Stadium (SPS), 7-9pm

tradition! Marshall Student Center (MSC) Ballroom (2nd Floor), 9-11pm

Bu l l s N i t e Out P r e s e nt s : P l ay f a i r
Its all about making new friends! PLAYFAIR is the most popular Welcome Week attraction in history. It is unlike anything you have ever experienced. Bring your friends, or come on your own to make new ones, at this interactive program filled with fun and games! New Student Connections Meet and Go - Want to meet new people? Join a group of students Einsteins Bro. Bagels in the MSC at 8:45pm.

Marshall Student Center (MSC) 4th Floor Lounge, 10pm-12am

It s N o t U p T o C h a n c e - Board Games Bonanza

Get introduced to the MSC SkyPad, meet other USF Bulls, partake in board games, and enjoy light refreshments! Join New Student Connections for a night where even though the cards are random, its up to you to win the game!

tradition! Target on Fletcher Ave., 10:30pm12:30am

Target Takeover A f t e r h o u r s E v e nt
Optional transportation: bus pick-up/drop off locations: Maple Hall, Juniper-Poplar Hall, and the Marshall Student Center (MSC bus stop). Need something for your room or class that you didnt already buy? Worry not! Join the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life, Target, and the Greek Programming Board for an exclusive opportunity for USF students to take over the local Target! Join us for a night full of fun and free giveaways!
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important information
WOW events are open to ALL new and returning USF students! For more information and Week of Welcome event descriptions, please visit, www.usf.edu/wow. Persons with disabilities should contact New Student Connections (813-974-2896 or newstudent@sa.usf.edu) at least 72 hours prior to the event to arrange accommodations. **EVENT CHANGES & CANCELLATIONS** Although we would love for the weather to cooperate, we know that rain and thunderstorms are likely to happen. If you are planning to attend an event planned for an outdoor location and the weather is questionable, check the WOW website (www.usf.edu/wow) for the WOW event calendar to find out if there is an alternate location or if the event has been cancelled. Regular updates will be posted on twitter (twitter.com/#!/NSC_USF) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/ newstudentconnections). NEW STUDENT CONNECTIONS College is one of the greatest adventures youll ever experience; make sure you dont go at it alone. New Student Connections (NSC) is here to help you meet new friends and discover your place on campus. We create shared USF experiences that connect you to our community and support your successful transition to college life. Its your first time at USF, so let NSC help make it a great one! Find NSC at: www.newstudent.usf.edu 813-974-2896 Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3200 /newstudentconnections @nsc_usf EXPERIENCE MULTICULTURAL WELCOME WEEK Multicultural Welcome Week (MCWW) is coordinated through the Office of Multicultural Affairs to host and support cross-cultural programs and events. These events promote relationship building between incoming and returning students and exposure to our diverse student body in a fun and welcoming environment for all Bulls! MCWW events are highlighted in blue in the brochure. TRANSFER STUDENT SUPPORT Youre not new to college, but its still your first time being a Bull. To assist with your transition and to connect you to our campus community, USF has developed several key initiatives, programs and support services. These programs will help you navigate a new campus, provide opportunities for you to bond with other transfer students, answer your questions, and start you on the right path to a bright future as a Bull. Get to know your new campus by taking advantage of all that USF has to offer! Visit the NSC website to learn more www.newstudent.usf.edu GRADUATE STUDENTS You are no longer an undergraduate student, but you are still a Bull! Graduate students are a key part of the USF community, and your transition is very important. If you are looking for ways to get involved, learning about leadership opportunities, trying to navigate campus, or if you need someone to answer your questions we are here to help you! Take advantage of everything the campus has to offer and become an active member of the Bulls community!

Week Long Events

Monday, August 27 Thursday, August 30 Centre Gallery Presents: DocUment Marshall Student Center (MSC) Centre Gallery 2700, 10am-5pm The Centre Gallery kicks off its calendar with DocUment, an interactive exhibition encouraging students to participate in a live photo booth. Students can document and share their experiences during the first and second week of classes at USF. Monday, August 27 Thursday, August 30 Department of Cell Biology, Microbiology and Molecular Biology Welcome Station Interdisciplinary Sciences (ISA) Atrium, 9am-3pm Interested in science? Stop by and see what is new in the Department of Cell Biology, Microbiology and Molecular Biology. Monday, August 27 Friday, August 31 Bull Runner Help Desk Marshall Student Center (MSC) Bus Stop, 9am-5pm Are you curious about the buses on campus? We will be available to answer questions about the Bull Runner or the HART bus system. We will also be able to explain the BullTracker, and our GPS system. Tuesday, August 28 Thursday, August 30 Are You Smarter Than A Career Peer? Tues., August 28, 1-2pm Wed., August 29, 11am-12:30pm Thurs., August 30, 11am-12:30pm Library (LIB) Patio Test your knowledge of Career Decision Making and Job Search to see if you can outsmart a Career Peer. Earn points for prizes by correctly answering questions because your future career starts now! Sponsored by the Career Center.

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Bulls for Moffitt Welcome Breakfast Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 9am-12pm Come enjoy a delicious breakfast while getting to know more about the unbelievable opportunities associated with joining Bulls for Moffitt. Learn about getting involved in one of the worlds top cancer research hospitals located on USFs campus! Unity Festival Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheatre, 11am-1pm Want to experience unified diversity at its best? Enjoy performances, food, and much more with the Office of Multicultural Affairs as this fun-filled festival is guaranteed to entertain, feed, and expose you to a whole new level of culture. CIA Welcome Back Picnic Castor Lawn, 12-4pm Come hang out, enjoy food, and have fun in the sun with old and new friends. Stop by to learn about our organization, Christians In Action (CIA). USF womens Volleyball vs. Creighton USF Corral in the Sun Dome, 1-3pm Check out the USF Womens Volleyball team as they take on Creighton in the opening weekend of the season! Housing Community Events Various Residential Locations, 2-4pm Its time to connect with others in your community! Join in the fun by interacting with others in your community and the staff in the building youll call home this year! Check out the advertisements in your building, or ask a staff member for specific information regarding your buildings event! Sponsored by Housing and Residential Education. SIAs Multi-Club Welcome Social! Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 6-8pm Interested in different cultures? Want to learn about South Asia? Join us for food and drinks, games, and performances! Learn about USFs South Asian clubs, their upcoming events, and have a great time meeting new people! Sponsored by the Students of India Association, Bollywood Dance Club, Bengali Student Association, Pakistani Student Association, Delta Phi Omega, Sigma Beta Rho, Delta Epsilon Psi. Movie and Munchies with Faculty in Residence Maple C Classroom, 7-9pm Join faculty in residence professors Drs. Stanback and Mackay for movie night. The professors will show an entertaining movie, serve snacks, and chat with you about transition to college from high school. Sponsored by Housing and Residential Education.

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A r e as o n C amp u s to E x pl o r e :
Looking for something else to do? Explore these other great opportunities today on campus! Andros Pool 11am-6pm Campus Recreation 9am-6pm Marshall Student Center (MSC) 7am-12am Botanical Gardens 9am-5pm

Jazz Night Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3707, 7-9pm Stop by to feel like youre at a New York Jazz Club right in the Marshall Student Center! Listen to music from the USF Jazz Quartet while enjoying some food. Take a seat, sit back and relax to the smooth music sponsored by the Humanities and Cultural Studies Organization (HCSO). JAM B4 U CRAM Marshall Student Center (MSC) Ballroom, 9:30-11:30pm Looking to have a little fun before classes begin?! Well, come join The Black Student Union, Sigma Lambda Gamma, and Phi Beta Sigma as we party the night away! Food, music, and fun, so dont miss out!

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Burgers and Bands Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheatre, 4-8pm Take a break with the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and the Greek Programming Board to help build community and promote unity among all USF students. Enjoy an afternoon with friends, good music, games, step-shows, and live bands! What the heck, grab a burger while youre at it! Bring your roommates and friends and enjoy the live entertainment.

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H2O Splash Andros Pool, 12-4pm Dive right into H2O Splash! Come join Lambda Theta Alpha, Lambda Theta Phi, Pi Kappa Phi and Iota Phi Theta at WOWs coolest pool party! Enjoy food, live music, and fun games with USF Fraternities and Sororities! Fro-Yo with Rotaract Marshall Student Center (MSC), North Entrance, 1-3pm Want to make an impact in the local community as well as meet new people who have the same goal in mind? Join the USF Rotaract Club and learn more about amazing service opportunities for the upcoming year! USF womens Volleyball vs. UCF USF Corral in the Sun Dome, 2-4pm Bump, set, and spike your way on over to the Sun Dome! Come cheer on the USF Womens Volleyball team as they take on rival UCF to close out the opening weekend of the season! Hillels Welcome BBQ Hillel Jewish Student Center (HIL), 2-5pm USF Hillel welcomes new and returning students for a BBQ bash! Enjoy live music, great food, and great company. Stop by for a wonderful Sunday and make some new friends as well as get reacquainted with old ones. Whose Line Is It Anyway with G3 Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 3-5pm Looking for a good laugh? Come out for an afternoon of improv and comedy. You can be center-stage or just enjoy the side-splitting laughs with USF Green & Gold Guides. Glory Service Martin Luther King Plaza (MLK) Stage, 3:30-5pm Shekinah Glory Student Ministries invites all to come and witness the Glory of the Lord. Enjoy Praise and Worship as well as fellowship with current students. Pig Roast Beta Lawn (Beta Hall), 6-9pm Come enjoy a pulled pork sandwich with the students of Reformed University Fellowship (RUF). There will be food, games, and time to hang out with your fellow Bulls. Stop by and pick up more information on how you can get involved with RUF. Kickin It With WIN: A Self-Defense Workshop Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3707, 6:30-8pm Have fun and meet new people while learning how to defend yourself! Learn more about the Women In Need (WIN) Foundation and enjoy food, drinks, and give-away prizes! Please wear workout clothing. Movie & Munchies with Faculty in Residence Juniper-Poplar Hall (JPH) 1317, 7-9pm Join faculty in residence professors Dr. Bringham and Mr.Vincent for movie night. The professors will show an entertaining movie, serve snacks, and chat with you about transition to college from high school. Sponsored by Housing and Residential Education.

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A r e as o n C amp u s to E x pl o r e :
Looking for something else to do? Explore these other great opportunities today on campus! Andros Pool 11am-6pm Campus Recreation 1-11pm Marshall Student Center (MSC) 7am-12am
Back to the Grind Coffeehouse Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 7-10pm Wind down after moving in and get wired up with Baptist Collegiate Ministries before classes. Come out for an evening of music, poetry, and board games while you enjoy java and pastries! Salsa-Bhangra Marshall Student Center (MSC) Ballroom A&B, 7-11pm Join the Latin American Student Association, Students of India Association, and Latin Dance Club as they host a multicultural event where two different cultures come together through food, music, and dance! Party and Bull (Spirit) Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 7:30-9:30pm The Black Female Development Circle Inc. - USF Chapter cordially invites you to a party in your honor. Come celebrate with us as we congratulate new (and not so new) Bulls on their accomplishments! Come dressed to impress...you are our VIP! Sunday Sundaes Ice Cream Social Catholic Student Center (CTH), 8-9:30pm Come meet the members of the Catholic Student Union over bowls of ice cream!

Mandatory Housing Floor Meeting Various Residence Hall Locations, 5-8pm Check with your Resident Assistant and look for signs about when and where the MANDATORY Housing Meetings are in your area. This is a time to meet the people living on your floor, to learn about the guidelines and hear about resources available to you while living on campus. If you are unable to be there, contact your RA.

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Campus Welcome Stations Business Administration Building (BSN), Cooper Hall (CPR), Chemistry Building(CHE), and Student Services (SVC), 8am-3pm Need to be steered in the right direction? Stop by to meet USF staff and current students who are there to provide directions to your classes and other useful USF information. Sponsored by USFs A&P Council. Cup of Joe Martin Luther King (MLK) Plaza Sidewalk, 8-10am Join the Student Veterans Association and the Office of Veterans Services for coffee and donut holes. Show your appreciation for the support of our past and present service members and their families and friends! Graduate Students FRESH Start John and Grace Allen Building (ALN) 209, Graduate Student Lounge, 9-11:30am Graduate students, stop by the Graduate Student Lounge to get a FRESH start to the semester with free coffee, juice, and donuts. Sponsored by the Graduate School and GPSC. SWER the VOTE Outside of Cooper Hall (CPR), 10am-2pm Is your vote being suppressed? Students Working for Equal Rights (SWER) can help you fight back! Come join the movement. Back-to-School Poster Sale Student Services (SVC) Breezeway, 10am-5pm Need some decorations for your residence hall? Make your new room feel like home with posters! Stop by the poster sale and choose a poster just for you! Sponsored by the USF Bookstore. Dance.Live.Vote Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 1-3:30pm Lets sway the polls! Come join Relentless Dance Troupe (RDT) for a fun and interactive way to get involved with the upcoming elections. Get registered to vote and learn a choreographed dance with the members of RDT. Sweet Beginnings Martin Luther King (MLK) Sidewalk, 1-3pm Come hangout with The Elegant Ladies of the Eta Chapter of Gamma Phi Delta Sorority, Inc. and enjoy cotton candy to start your semester off with a sweet beginning. Education Abroad EUROPE SPOTLIGHT Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2703, 3-4pm Its never too early to start thinking about study abroad! Come learn about Education Abroad opportunities in Europe meet the regional advisor, as well as faculty members and USF students who have studied abroad in the Europe! NSLS Showcase Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheatre, 3-4:30pm Enjoy an afternoon of music and games with The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)! Stop by and meet current members, learn more about our Honor Society and how you can get involved with the exciting events we have planned for the fall. Diversity With a Twist Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 4-6pm Engage in meaningful exploration of diverse groups of people in a unique way to see beyond differences and embrace diversity. Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs.

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Lollipops for Life! Beta Lawn (by Beta Hall), 5-6:30pm Come get some candy and a flyer from your Relay for Life committee here at USF. Learn how you can sign up to help fight cancer! The Exchange Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3708, 5:30-7:30pm Come out and enjoy a night filled with the Word of God! Meet new people who love God and desire to make a difference in the world. Sponsored by Koinonia Covenant Campus Ministries (KC2). If I Knew Then What I Know Now: USF Secrets Unveiled Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 6-7:30pm Have you ever wished that someone would have told you something that you wish you would have known before? Well, this is the chance for experienced students and faculty to give freshmen and transfer students an inside tip on everything a USF student should know. Sponsored by Black Student Union and Iota Phi Theta. Pizza n Games: A Royal Affair Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3711, 6-8pm Do you like pizza, enjoy playing games and listening to music? Well, be sure to come hang with the ladies of Eternal Legendary Queens. Help us welcome the newest additions to the Bulls family! I Love Service! Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3709, 6-9pm Love helping others? Come meet the Circle K International Club (college branch of Key Club). There will be samples of service, leadership, fellowship, along with food and fun with the current members! F3=Free Fall Food Baptist Student Center (BPT), 6-9:30pm Enjoy food, video games, board games, inflatable jousting, inflatable obstacle course, and more! Take the Bull Runner routes A or E to Lot 18, Baptist 9 Student Center stop.

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Hot Dog, Youre Back! Marshall Student Center (MSC) Plaza, 11:30am-1pm Enjoy a free hot dog (vegan options available), chips, and a drink provided by the MSC staff. Get your picture taken in front of the bulls fountain and enjoy music and lunch with friends.

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CUS College Jeopardy Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3707, 6:30-9:30pm Come out for an evening of prizes and giveaways in Chi Upsilon Sigmas (CUS) college themed game show.

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Sprinkle In Some Fun With Your OTL! Holly J, 7pm-9pm Join your Orientation Team Leaders (OTL) for some ice cream and fun to kick-off the school year. Create your perfect sundae and stick around to chat with us about how to become an OTL.

tue Aug 28
Campus Welcome Stations Business Administration Building (BSN), Cooper Hall (CPR), Chemistry Building(CHE), and Student Services (SVC), 8am-3pm Need to be steered in the right direction? Stop by to meet USF staff and current students who are there to provide directions to your classes and other useful USF information. Sponsored by USFs A&P Council. Education Abroad SHOWCASE: All Programs Marshall Student Center (MSC) Atrium, 10am-2pm Come take a peek at everything Education Abroad has to offer! Learn about program options, ranging from a few weeks to a semester or academic year. Meet returned study abroad students and get your questions answered! #ClubLib Connect Library (LIB) Ask Desk, 11am-6pm Pick up a passport at the Librarys Ask Desk and visit six or more stations around the Library to learn about the services offered. Great prizes for those that participate! CUS IHAD Dunk Tank Marshall Student Center (MSC) Plaza, 11:30am-4:30pm Join the members of Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority Inc. for an afternoon of sun and fun! Aquarist Club Carnival Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2707, 1-2:30pm Join the Aquarist Club at USF for a USF Carnival! Stop by to play carnival games, win some prizes, and enjoy cotton candy and freeze pops! All are welcome! Transfer Student Mixer Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3707, 2-4pm Calling all Transfer Students! Join New Student Connections for an afternoon of fun while meeting fellow transfer students. Get tips on how to get connected at USF and leave with valuable information about making the most out of your transfer experience. JAMFest Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 2-5pm Come one come all! Enjoy an afternoon with your Jamaican Alliance Movement (JAM) organization while learning more about our culture through games and performances. The Arts and Crafts of Asia Martin Luther King (MLK) Stage Fountain, 3pm-5pm Enjoy a fun time making arts and crafts from Asia. Learn how to make paper lanterns and Chinese New Year drums. While you craft, enjoy some Asian food and mingle with people, making new connections! Sponsored by Association of Filipino Students and Alpha Kappa Delta Phi Incorporated. LGBT & Ally Ice Cream Social Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 4-6pm Meet USF students and staff as you test your knowledge and gain new information at the LGBT and Ally Ice Cream Social. Join us for an afternoon filled with ice cream, game show style activities such as Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy, prizes, and more! Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Wellness Education. Falafel Fest Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3711, 5-6:30pm Enjoy falafel and schmooze with USF students at Falafel Fest! Learn about free trips to Israel, Chabad events on campus, and other Jewish student organizations! Sponsored by the Chabad on Campus Jewish Student Group. Chillin With M.A.S.A. Marshall Student Center (MSC) North Entrance, 5:30-7:30pm Meet the Mexican American Student Association (MASA), and the Office of Multicultural Affairs while listening to music, getting connected to other students with your same interests, and enjoying some food. Sociology Club Social Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3712, 5:30-7:30pm Come mingle with new students and learn about the Sociology Club @ USF and other campus resources. There will be delicious food, sparkling refreshments, exciting games, and cool prizes!
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Pi Delta Psis Multicultural Kung Fu Hustle Marshall Student Center (MSC) Crescent Hill, 5:30-8:30pm Enjoy various mini games and win prizes with the Brothers of Pi Delta Psi Fraternity Incorporated. Stop by for Korean rock-paper-scissors, Chopstick race, Halap-Halap, Morning Star, and more. Dance with DASA Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheater, 6-8pm Have you always wished for the chance to dance to the sensual beat of Bachata or the energetic rhythm of Merengue? Come out and join the Dominican American Student Association (DASA) to learn. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3709, 6-8:30pm Do you know how to manage your money? Come get educated on the financial dos and donts of college with Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc. and Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Fraternity Inc.! Refreshments and great giveaways provided. One Night Only Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3709, 9-11:30pm Ever wonder how it feels to be a celebrity? Join Prestige Modeling Troupe for a fun night of karaoke, food and a photo booth! Come dressed as your favorite celebrity for a night in the spotlight!!

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Cool Runnings Dominoes Tournament Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 7-10pm Enjoy an evening of dominoes with the men of Progressive Black Men, Inc. Get to meet new people while you enjoy food and have a good time. Game Night Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 8-11pm Overwhelmed by the multitude of new faces? Stop by to meet people in a relaxed, fun environment. Grab some food, play some games, and get to know the Navigators Christian Ministry! Late Night with Campus Recreation Campus Recreation Center (REC), 9pm-12am Come hang out with Campus Recreation! There will be a zumbathon, dodge ball, cycling, and other fitness contests! Stop by the local food vendor tables and pick up information for all of the Campus Recreation programs. There will be plenty of giveaways, including shirts and water bottles! New Student Connections Meet and Go - Want to meet new people? Join a group of students in front of the Campus Recreation Center at 8:45pm.

WED Aug 29
Education Abroad ASIA & PACIFIC SPOTLIGHT Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2703, 11am-12pm Have you always been interested in Asia, Australia, or the Pacific? Come learn about Education Abroad opportunities in this region from education abroad staff, faculty, and returned students! Come See Whats Poppin in Chemistry Chemistry Building Breezeway (CHE), 11am-2pm Do you have questions about your Chemistry major or ways to get involved? Pop on over to enjoy some refreshments and popcorn, learn about undergraduate research opportunities and ask the advisors questions. Sponsored by the Department of Chemistry. Graduate School Open House John and Grace Allen Building (ALN), Balcony Breezeway, 12-3pm Come join the Graduate School to meet the staff, visit information stations, and learn more about services and programs. All are invited!

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Battle of the Sexes Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 12-3pm Join the Cuban American Student Association (CASA) for lots of games and activities to test how much you know about the opposite sex, while enjoying Cuban sandwiches and the opportunity to meet new USF students! Office for Undergraduate Research Eat & Greet Library (LIB) Main Entrance, 1-3pm Meet the our staff and learn about undergraduate research opportunities and our services. Enjoy food and giveaways. Preconception Peer Educators Ice Cream Social Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2707, 1-3pm Cool down and socialize with the Preconception Peer Educators. Learn more about our organization and the internship opportunities provided with the Office of Minority Health. Students with Diabetes, Welcome to the New Semester! Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2703, 2:30-4pm Learn about upcoming Students with Diabetes events and social activities for the fall semester. If you or someone you care about lives with diabetes, come out and connect with people who understand what its like! Sponsored by USF Health, Bringing Science Home. Welcome Business Bulls Business Administration (BSN) Breezeway & Atrium, 2:30-6:15pm Enjoy free food served by our new dean, Moez Limayem, and our department chairs. Free t-shirts will be available for declared business majors (while supplies last), and a DJ will play music throughout the event. Sponsored by USF College of Business, Deans office, and Tech Data. Art & Ice USF Contemporary Art Museum (CAM), 3-5pm Come and discover CAMs fall exhibition, The Importance of Being Photographed and The Andy Warhol Legacy Project, while taking part in our WOW-inspired scavenger hunt. Win prizes and enjoy free, delicious, icy treats from Beach Snoballs! Sponsored by Institute for Research in Art, USF Honors College and USF ComCouncil.

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Hygiene Bag Packaging and Fall Informational Session Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 3-5:30pm Join Project Downtown as we assemble 250 hygiene bags to be distributed to our homeless friends on the streets of downtown Tampa. Find out about homelessness in the Tampa Bay area and what you can do to help. COEDU Ice Cream Social College of Education Rotunda (EDU), 3:30-5pm Are you majoring in one of the College of Education programs or registered as a Pre-College of Education major? If so, enjoy ice cream served by the COEDU Leadership Team and Faculty. Join us to meet other students, faculty, and staff from the College of Education. Law 101 Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2702, 4-5pm Join current members of Phi Alpha Delta Pre Law Fraternity and learn how you can get from thinking about being a lawyer to accepting a seat at law school. We will be there to answer all your questions as you meet new people! Chat-n-Chew Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 4-5:30pm Do you have any idea what USF professor will expect from you as a new student? Take this opportunity to have an open and honest conversation with faculty/staff about being better prepared for college. Sponsored by Office of Multicultural Affairs. Ice Cream Social with the Chemistry Society Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3704, 4-6pm Meet new and current USF students who share your skills and interests while enjoying a sundae of your choice! Make lasting friendships while being exposed to phenomenal leadership and volunteer opportunities! Sponsored by the USF Chemistry Society.

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Bull Market Bonanza Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheatre, Sidewalk & Plaza, 9am-4pm Bull Market is a weekly open air market which showcases student organizations, departments, and select vendors. Stop by to watch various student orgs spotlight their interests and talents with performances, and make sure you bring some cash for all the cool things you can purchase! Remember, this great event happens every Wednesday throughout the semester. MSC Amphitheatre Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheater, 11:30am-12pm The MSC Amphitheater was recently enhanced to include a canopy with large fans, and lighting solar panels. Participate in a ribbon cutting with campus officials celebrating the completion of this great campus venue! Revealing the Stars MLK Stage Fountain, 12-1pm Join the University Lecture Series board and play your favorite game show games for a chance to win prizes. Come see which speakers are coming to campus this year!

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Discover the NEWLY Remodeled Wellness Center Marshall Student Center (MSC) 1504, 4-6pm Play games! Win prizes! Enjoy healthy snacks! Meet our on-campus Registered Dietitian and Certified Athletic Trainer. Get to know the REACH peer educators and check out our new services! Sponsored by Wellness Education and REACH. Fight the Freshman 15: Eating Healthy Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2707, 5-7pm Avoid the notorious Freshman 15 by coming out to a showcase of what USF has to offer to keep you living a healthy lifestyle! Departments and organizations will be there to show you the ropes on where to go for any healthy living advice! Sponsored by Delta Tau Lambda Sorority, Incorporated; Delta Epsilon Psi Fraternity, Incorporated; Student Health Services; and the USF Wellness Dietitian. Telling Stories Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3713, 5:30-7pm Ever thought of how your food gets to stores? Here is your chance to find out. Join Members Empowering True Awareness (META) for a little socializing time and enjoy some food at the same time. Its a great opportunity to get involved with the community and meet new people. Caribbean Dance Experience Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3709, 5:30-7:30pm Have you ever wanted to learn how to dance Caribbean style? Come and experience different colors of the Caribbean through the art of dancing, while enjoying food at this fun-filled event! Sponsored by Caribbean Cultural Exchange. Explore Korea with KASA Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3705, 5-8:30pm Find out what Korean American Students Association (KASA) is about and learn about the Korean culture and K-pop. Have fun with friends and meet new people while exploring different cultures and Korean food. BSU Scavenger Hunt Marshall Student Center (MSC) Crescent Hill, 6-7pm Do you think youve got what it takes to scavenge the USF campus and beat others in a hunt against time? Then create your mega team and bring them to the Black Student Union (BSU) Scavenger Hunt. Come mingle with new students and enjoy food and refreshments. Sexual Health - No Bull Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3711, 6:30-8pm Join the Undergraduate American Medical Womens Association for an event focusing on sexual health as well as preprofessional health programs. Stop by for food, games, gift bags, information, and condom-themed crafts! From the Lips to the Hips Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 7-9pm Join the Divas of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. as we present ways to maintain great eating habits and a healthy lifestyle utilizing resources right here on campus. Beat the infamous Freshmen 15 and take care of your body!

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Old Skool Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3707, 7-10pm Remember how much fun it was to play UNO, Connect 4, and Mario Kart while munching on fruit rolls up and ring pops? Come join the Latino Fellowship as we go old skool with games, food, and salsa dancing! Potluck & Bible Study Catholic Student Center (CTH), 7:30-9:30pm Join the Catholic Student Union for the first potluck of the semester, followed by an introduction to bible study with Father Alan. Nav Night Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 9-10:30pm Join the Navigators Christian Ministry as we worship, meet new friends, hear a relevant message, and enjoy pizza! Skate Jam 5313 East Busch Blvd, 9pm-12am What better way to roll in the new school year than at USFs annual Skate Jam!? Enjoy a night of skating and music with the lovely ladies of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc. and the men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Cost per person is $5.

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Movies on the Lawn (MOTL) - The Avengers Marshall Student Center (MSC) Lawn (Rain site = MSC Oval Theater), 9-11:30pm Dont miss the first Movies on the Lawn of the year! Join the Center for Student Involvements Campus Activities Board for a showing of the hit The Avengers! Watch the movie on the big screen while enjoying free popcorn, soda, and giveaways. Dont forget to bring your blanket!

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Thu Aug 30
SG Welcome Back BBQ Martin Luther King (MLK) Lawn, 11am-2pm Take a minute between classes to relax, have fun, grab some BBQ, and learn how to get involved in Student Government. Sports Clubs Eat n Greet Grassy Area in Front of Campus Recreation Center (REC), 11:30am-1:30pm Come out and meet the Sport Clubs Council (SCC) and the 40+ sport clubs at USF. There will be club demonstrations, food, music, and giveaways. Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender Allied Pre-Medical Student Association Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheatre, 12:30-2:30pm Visit with the GLBTA Pre-Med Student Association and enjoy a wide variety of activities including musical chairs, tie-dye, and jeopardy! Stop by to get lots of information regarding what medical schools are looking for. Rugby 101 Marshall Student Center (MSC) Crescent Hill, 1-3pm Stop by to learn about this dynamic, full contact sport. Be ready to play outside and learn some of the common positions and rules while participating in games and activities followed by refreshments. Hosted by the USF Womens Rugby Football Club and Sports Club Council at USF. Cookies & Canines: All About Guide Dogs Student Services (SVC) Breezeway, 2-3:30pm Have you ever seen a person with a visual disability with a guide dog and wanted to know more about how they work together? Stop by to learn more, meet working guide dogs, get some great information, and enjoy a sweet afternoon snack with Students with Disabilities Services. Veterans Achievement Centers Open House John and Grace Allen Building (ALN) 131, 2-5pm Please join us in honoring our USF student veterans, sponsored by the Office of Veterans Services, with the grand opening of the Veterans Achievement Center. Refreshments will be provided. Take a Taste of Global Medical Brigades Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3708, 3-5pm Ever wanted to be a part of an international medical brigade? Come to our information session where you can learn more about being a part of making a difference in the world. Sponsored by Global Medical Brigade.

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American Sign Language (ASL) Festival Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 3-5pm The American Sign Language (ASL) club invites you to come enjoy ASL through the performing arts. Be inspired by music, stories, poems, and more performed in ASL. Enjoy a few activities for our audience and something to eat. Education Abroad americas spotlight Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2703, 3-4pm Its never too early to start thinking about studying abroad! Come learn about Education Abroad opportunities in North, South and Central America. Meet the Education Abroad regional advisor, as well as faculty and students who have studied abroad in the Americas.

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Green Out USF - OUR Shirt Day USF Tampa Campus, All Day Are you EXCITED to be a BULL? Wear your OUR SHIRT all day to let everyone know you love being a USF Bull! The WOW Street Team will be passing out prizes to those students in an OUR SHIRT! Buy your shirt at the Bookstore for only $5.

Fight for Your Rights Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3707, 4-6pm Come mingle with other students while learning about the candidates for the 2012 presidential election. Stop by for food and drinks and register to vote (if you have not done so). Sponsored by the Black Student Union, College Republicans and College Democrats.

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Thu Aug 30
Project Runway: Ive Got the Look Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2709, 4-6pm If youve got it, flaunt it! Learn do-it-yourself tips in fashion, hair, makeup and grooming that will keep you looking your best. Models will showcase outfits to spark the creativity in you while youre make new connections and boosting your confidence! Sponsored by Shekinah Glory Student Ministries and Prestige Modeling Troupe. Get Down to Business with ALPFA Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2707, 5-6:30pm Dont put your future in JEOPARDY by missing out on ALPFAs Jeopardy Night! Its going to be full of fun, food, and Business Jeopardy! The Network Kick-off Marshall Student Center (MSC) Ballroom, 5-7pm Join New Student Connections and new students who have registered for The Network, an initiative designed to help new students find a small community of people with shared interests. Come meet your Network Leader, learn what your network will be doing this semester, and then head to Round Up with your new Network group! New Student Flag Football Tournament Mandatory Captains/Free Agents Meeting Campus Recreation Center (REC) 107, 6-7pm Want to play in a flag football tournament? If so, a captain or team representative must be present at this meeting to participate in the tournament on August 31. Attendance is also mandatory if you do not have a team but wish to play. Open to all genders. Sponsored by Campus Recreation.

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Late Night Ice Cream Truck The Crosswinds (WFC), 11pm-12am After Round Up, walk over to the Crosswinds Building for ice cream. Or, if youd rather use the Bull Runner, take Route A. Were the perfect way to end the night! Sponsored by the Corsswinds at USF. Manhunt with the BCM Business Administration (BSN) North Side Entrance, 10:30pm-12am Join Baptist College Ministries (BCM) for an epic Manhunt event after our weekly Challenge service. All are invited, come on out to what promises to be a great night at one of the coolest campus facilities, the Business building.

Round Up with mike epps Sun Dome, 7pm-11pm Dont miss the biggest event during WOW! At 7pm, meet over 100 student organizations and check out what they offer. At 8pm, show your Bull Pride and win prizes during the first USF Pep Rally of the year! USF teams and coaches, alongside USFs very own Rocky D. Bull, will welcome all to Bulls Country. Comedian Mike Epps will close out the night! Show your Bull Pride by wearing your USF Our Shirt! Adult content, discretion is advised. Visit www.involvement.usf.edu/roundup for more information. Sponsored by the Center for Student Involvement.

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fri aug 31
Welcome To School Duel Campus Recreation Center (REC) 005, 10am-2pm Ever wanted to become a master swordsman/woman? Come join the USF Fencing Club! Learn more about our active, competitive, and social club while learning the basics of swordplay. Education Abroad MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA SPOTLIGHT Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2703, 11am-12pm Interested in studying in Africa or the Middle East? Its never too early to start planning! Come learn about opportunities to earn academic credit by studying abroad in either region! Sponsored by Education Abroad. New Student Flag Football Tournament Magnolia Fields, 12-11pm Campus Recreation and Intramural Sports hosts this annual event for new and returning students. Attendance at the captains meeting on August 30 is MANDATORY for all team captains or students looking to join or form a team. All genders welcome! Graduate & Professional Students Chat-N-Chew Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 12-2pm Join the current members of the Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC) for free pizza and find out how you can become involved during the academic year. Ice Cream Social with Best Buddies Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 3-5pm Get out of the hot sun and enjoy some delicious ice cream with USF Best Buddies, an organization dedicated to creating friendship opportunities for those with mental disabilities. Vegetarian/Vegan Pizza Social Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3711, 2-5pm Students Protecting the Environment and Animals through Knowledge (SPEAK) welcomes all veg and vegfriendly students to a pizza party with refreshments, board games, and prizes! Meet new students while learning where to eat on and around campus.Vegan and gluten-free options available. RHAs Declassified College Guide Castor Lawn, 3-5pm Are you unsure about how to survive college? Have no fear, the Residence Hall Association (RHA) is here! Join us and learn the tips and tricks of college. Come tie-dye with us or take the ultimate test on our obstacle course to see if you have what it takes!

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CSU Carnival Catholic Student Union (CTH), 3-7:30pm Carnivals are for college students, too! Join the Catholic Student Union (CSU) for carnival games, music, cotton candy, and prizes! Capture the Flag with nrhh Cypress Field (by Cypress Apartments), 5-6:30pm Join the National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) for a game of capture the flag! Whether you come with friends or by yourself, there will be a spot on a team for you. And of course, there will be music and snacks! Tie Dye Marshall Student Center (MSC) Crescent Hill, 5-8pm Whether you are interested in mental health or just want to meet some new people, come out and tie-dye with Active Minds. Just bring your own t-shirt or a piece of clothing to dye and well bring the supplies, food, and fun! Food Truck Rally at MOSI Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) 7-11pm Check out all that MOSI has to offer! Try food from the areas coolest food trucks, with free admission to the food truck area where you can enjoy games a great music. The special engagement exhibition, Mummies of the World, closes soon, so dont miss a special opportunity to experience it at night. Conquer MOSIs Sky Trail Ropes Course and Zip Line, and check out The Dark Knight Rises on Floridas only IMAX Dome Theater (prices for exhibition and other MOSI experiences can be found online). Sponsored by the Museum of Science and Industry. www.MOSI.ORG / 813.987.6000 College Game Night with Bible Base Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3705, 7-9pm So you think youre pretty good at games? Slamming dominoes, crazy Taboo, intense Twister, you name it! Join the College Ministries of Bible Base Fellowship Church for a night of your favorite games, food, and music.

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College Colors Day Green and Gold Day USF Tampa Campus, All Day

College Colors Day is an annual national celebration dedicated to promoting the traditions and spirit that embody the college experience and celebrates the kick-off of the college football season. Fans across America are encouraged to wear their favorite college apparel today. Make sure your College Colors Day experience is complete by wearing Green and Gold!
Bulls Nite Out: Spirit Splash Andros Pool, 8pm-12am Join USFs Bulls Nite Out and the Homecoming Board as we take a late night dive into USF spirit, luau style!! Come enjoy food, live music, and give-a-ways while interacting with fellow Bulls!!

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fri aug 31
Sak Pase Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3707, 7-9:30pm Share some laughter through entertainment and games, meet new people, refresh on some snacks, and learn something new about the Haitian culture. Sponsored by Club Creole. Barbershop Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 7-10pm Join the Black Student Movement for an evening of food, dominoes, spades, and open-mic with spoken word, song, and dance. Find out who we are, how you can get involved, and meet other USF students.

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USF Panhellenic Sorority Life Orientation Night Marshall Student Center (MSC) Oval Theater, 7-10:30pm Registered for formal sorority recruitment? Get excited for our orientation! Meet your recruitment counselors and get all final questions answered. Bring your class schedule.You can register before entering, if you have not already done so; $75. Sponsored by USF Panhellenic Sorority Life.

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Community Plunge Marshall Student Center (MSC) Amphitheatre, 8am-12pm Plunge into the fall by giving 4 hours of community service to Tampa! This is a great way to meet fellow USF Bulls and learn about your new Tampa community. Deadline to register is 8/29 at www. leadandserve.usf.edu. Sponsored by the Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement. Stampede the Stadium Raymond James Stadium, 4-6pm (open event), 5:15pm (event program) Celebrate being a Bull and get ready to cheer on the USF football team! Board the Bulls Blitz (USF Bull Runner shuttle to Raymond James Stadium) at 3:30pm at the Marshall Student Center (MSC) bus stop (buses will leave by 4pm). Once at the stadium, you will stampede to an event that will get you into the Bulls spirit by learning the fight song, football cheer traditions, and getting decked out in USF body paint and beads. Enjoy food, music, games, and prizes while you prep for the big game! Show your Bull Pride by wearing your USF Our Shirt! Sponsored by Athletics, New Student Connections, Bulls Radio, Student Government, and Campus Recreation. USF Football vs. UT-Chattanooga Raymond James Stadium, 7-10pm Show your Bull Pride! Lets fill the student section by coming out to support the USF Football team as they take on UTChattanooga in their season opener!

sat sept 1
Taste of USF FCU USF Federal Credit Union (CRU), 11:30am-2pm Join the excitement at USF Federal Credit Union, Taste of USF! Mix and mingle with students from across campus, win prizes and enjoy food samples from local vendors, while getting a taste of all the FCU has to offer. New Student Basketball Tournament Campus Recreation Center (REC) East Gym, 12-6pm Do you have skills that you want to showcase while also getting to know other students? This is your opportunity to come out and compete! Enjoy refreshments while you watch your friends ball out! Sponsored by Black Student Union and Jamaican Alliance Movement. Political Brain Freeze Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 12-2pm Enjoy snow cones with the College Republicans at USF! We will be serving up red, white, and blue snow cones in true patriotic fashion. Learn about the socials, speakers, and exciting events that we have planned! USF Football vs. UT-Chattanooga Raymond James Stadium, 7-10pm Show your Bull Pride! Lets fill the student section by coming out to support the USF Football team as they take on UT-Chattanooga in their season opener! Swing Dance Mixer Marshall Student Center (MSC) 2708, 7-11pm Always wanted to learn how to swing dance? Enjoy an action packed dance lesson and use those moves to mix and mingle on the dance floor! Sponsored by the Swinging Bulls. What a Girl Needs Marshall Student Center (MSC) 3707, 8-9:30pm Ever feel like you dont know how to speak to women, whether you are a guy or a girl? Come get a clue with Womens Federation 4 World Peace. Learn how to communicate effectively with women and get a chance to hone your skills by practicing with us.

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Your guide to the first 8 weeks of a successful semester!

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The first 8 weeks of your first semester at USF are a critical time for establishing your connection to campus by building friendships, developing skills and adjusting to the academic rigor. We know that a successful start will lead to not only a successful semester but also a successful first year. If you are at the point where Week of Welcome has come to an end and you are wondering now what?, this 8 week event calendar is the answer. Check out these events to get a small sampling of all that USF has to offer you this fall.

Sept 2-8

9/2  Rainbow River Tubing Adventure Trip Departs from Campus Recreation Center 9/4  Patio Tuesday MSC Patio Area, 11am-1pm 9/4 IFC Recruitment Information Night Juniper-Poplar Hall, 6-8pm 9/4 Intramural Sports Flag Football Free Agents/Info Meeting REC 006, 7-8pm 9/4 Intramural Sports New Officials Info Session REC 006, 8-9pm 9/5  Produce of the Month Bull Market, 11am-1pm 9/5 IFC BBQ MSC Lawn, 12-2pm 9/10  Safe Zone Training MSC 3711, 11am-2pm 9/10  Poetic Reflection Gallery Opening MSC Center Gallery, noon-1pm 9/10 Intramural Sports Flag Football Officials Training REC 107, 8-10pm 9/11 Intramural Sports Co-Rec Softball Free Agents/Info Meeting REC 006, 7-8pm 9/12  Movies on the Lawn: The Hunger Games MSC Lawn (rain site-MSC Oval Theatre), 9pm

9/5  Certified Student Leader Orientation MSC 1306, 5-6pm 9/5  Student Government Street Team Involvement Kick-Off MSC Ballroom A-B, 6-8pm 9/6 IFC Open House Juniper-Poplar Fields, 6-8pm 9/6 The Naked Roommate: Harlan Cohen MSC Oval Theatre, 7-8:30pm 9/7  Bulls Nite Out: Comedy Show w/ Johnny Cardinale MSC Ballroom, 9pm 9/7-8 Overkill LAN Party Baptist Student Center (BPT), 6pm-4am 9/8  Clearwater Beach Trip Departs from Campus Recreation Center 9/13  Hi, How ya doing? Conversation Starters and Strategies SVC 5012, 3-4:30pm 9/13 USF Contemporary Art Museum: Art Thursday CAM, 6-8pm 9/14  Bulls Nite Out: Dodgeball/Rock, Paper, Scissors Tourney Campus Recreation Center, 9pm 9/15 USF Football Game vs. Rutgers Raymond James Stadium, TBD 9/15-16  White Water Rafting Adventure Trip Departs from Campus Recreation Center 9/20  Produce of the Month and Nutrition Mythbuster Juniper-Poplar hall (JPH), 12-2pm 9/21  Bulls Nite Out: Prometheus Argos Lawn (rain site-MSC Ballroom), 9pm 9/22  Clearwater Beach Trip Departs from Campus Recreation Center

Sept 9-15

Sept 16-22

9/18 Intramural Sports Co-Rec Softball Umpires Training REC 006, 6-8pm 9/19 Volunteer Fair MSC Atrium, 11am-3pm 9/19 UGC Exhibition MSC Amphitheatre, 5-8pm 9/19 ULS: Rosario Dawson MSC Ballroom, 8pm

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Sept 23-29

9/24  Foreign Speculation Gallery Opening MSC Center Gallery, noon-1pm 9/25  Make Your Grades Count! SVC 5012, 1:30-3pm 9/25  Fall Education Abroad Fair Sessums Plaza (near Burger King), 9am -4pm 9/26  Movies on the Lawn: The Amazing Spiderman MSC Lawn (rain site-MSC Oval Theatre), 9pm 9/27  Sharpen Your Focus: Practical Steps for Better Concentration SVC 5012, 3-4pm

9/28-29  Fall Family Weekend Canoeing, Golfing, Family Movie Night, Family Tailgate plus much more. Visit sa.usf.edu/pfa for more information. 9/28  Bulls Nite Out: Brave MSC Ballroom, 9pm 9/29 USF Football Game vs. FSU Raymond James Stadium, TBD 9/29-30  Anclote Kay Kayaking Adventure Trip Departs from Campus Recreation Center

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10/1 Intramural Sports Volleyball Free Agents/Info Meeting REC 006, 7-8pm 10/1 Intramural Sports Volleyball Officials Training REC 006, 8-10pm 10/2  Patio Tuesday MSC Patio Area, 11am-1pm 10/4  Hispanic Heritage Kick-Off Ballrooms A-C, 5-8pm 10/7  Bike Trail Riding Adventure Trip Departs from Campus Recreation Center 10/8  Marks of Existence Gallery Opening MSC Center Gallery, noon-1pm 10/9  Safe Zone Training MSC 3711, 10am-1pm 10/9 ULS: Bill and Giuliana Rancic MSC Ballroom, 8pm 10/10  Stress myths and techniques SVC Breezeway, 1-3pm

10/5 TriBull Challenge Campus Recreation Center, www.usf.edu/CampusRec/fitness 10/5  Bulls Nite Out: Comedy Show w/ Upright Citizens Brigade MSC Ballroom, 9pm 10/6  Gandhi Day of Service MSC Amphitheatre, 8am-1pm 10/6  Mens Soccer vs. Rutgers Corbett Soccer Stadium, 7:30pm 10/12 NITE & The Center for Victim Advocacy & Violence Prevention: Walk a Mile in Her Shoes MSC Amphitheatre, 12pm 10/12  Safe Zone Training MSC 3711, 2-4:30pm 10/13  Ropes Course Adventure Day Riverfront Park, 9am-12pm and 1-4pm, www.usf.edu/campusrec/outdoor 10/13  Mens Soccer vs. Syracuse Corbett Soccer Stadium, 7:30pm 10/13-14 Ocala Forest Backpacking Adventure Trip Departs from Campus Recreation Center

Oct 7-13

Oct 14-20

10/16 Tame the Stress! SVC 5012, 12-1pm 10/16  Multicultural Latino Night Ballrooms A-C, 7-10pm 10/17 Eight Keys to a Healthy Lifestyle SVC 5012, 1-2pm 10/17  Mens Soccer vs. Louisville Corbett Soccer Stadium, 7:30pm

10/18  Sitting Volleyball Tournament Campus Recreation Center, 7pm 10/20 Zombie Apocalypse @ Riverfront Park www.usf.edu/CampusRec 10/20  Hillsborough River State Park Day Trip Departs from Campus Recreation Center

Oct 21-27

10/22  Homecoming Show Gallery Opening MSC Center Gallery, noon-1pm 10/22 Kick-Off MSC, 12pm 10/23  Comedy Show Sun Dome, 7pm 10/24  Homecoming Ball MSC Ballroom, 8pm-12am 

10/25  Carnival USF Meadows, 4pm-12am 10/26  Parade/Carnival/Concert Carnival Rides, USF Meadows, 4pm-12am Parade, Alumni, Maple, Holly, 6pm start Parade After Party, USF Meadows, 8:30pm 10/27 USF Football Game vs. Syracuse Raymond James Stadium, TBD

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*Pass valid August 1, 2012May 31, 2013. Block-out dates apply: Dec 26Jan 2 and March 25April 2. Offer valid for current USF students only. Active USF Student ID must be presented upon redemption at park. One pass per valid student ID. Not valid for separate ticketed events. 2012 SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved.

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