The Crow's Nest

Gulfport has its own ever-fruitful Blueberry Patch. This is not a place to pick fruit. Rather, it's a place that blurs the lines between backyard, art installation and concert venue. By Suzanne Townsend crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/28/pea…

USF Bulls: Serve and Explore is a “choose your own adventure” style activity to help students feel more connected the area. By Riley Benson crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/27/ser…

Out Outdoors is USFSP’s queer hiking club. The club functions as a sanctuary for queer students, where they can develop relationships, experience a sense of community and access the support they may need. By Alisha Durosier crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/27/spo…

In the Factory across from Daddy Kool Records you can find the Museum of Motherhood, or MOM. It’s the one with the chair covered in boobs and the life-size image of Sojourner Truth, and it’s the first and only museum of its kind. By Suzanne Townsend crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/26/st-…

The NTT IndyCar Series roared to life at the Firestone St. Petersburg Grand Prix, where Josef Newgarden seized victory after leading 92 laps, with McLaughlin and Power rounding out the podium for Team Penske. By Jorden Pompey crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/26/new…

This upcoming Easter, St. Petersburg will be bursting with festivities for students seeking a memorable holiday experience. From traditional egg hunts to dog parties, the city offers a plethora of activities. By Riley Benson crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/25/che…

With plans to open in the fall of 2025, USF’s new college on AI, cybersecurity and computing, USF is the first university in Florida to open a college focused on AI. By Riley Benson crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/25/usf…

USF Bulls took out the UCF Knights in the first round of the National Invitational Tournament (NIT) 83-77.  This is the first matchup against UCF since the Knights left the American Athletic Conference to join the Big VII. By Jorden Pompey crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/21/usf…

It is that time of the year again –– Firestone Grand Prix  is taking over St. Petersburg. Next door to the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus, the grand prix will take place from March 8 through March 10. By Jorden Pompey crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/07/202…

In a thrilling match on March 5, basketball fans witnessed a historic performance as the University of South Florida secured its 15th consecutive win defeating Tulane University 85-72. By Jorden Pompey crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/06/men…

As the fight for on-campus housing intensifies, USFSP Housing switches to a new system for the 2024-25 room selection which caused major confusion amongst students and left some with no other choice but to search for off-campus housing. By Riley Benson crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/05/opi…

Once a place of tropical tranquility, St. Petersburg has slowly expanded into the bustling city it is today. The city has become a hub for events and nightlife, like the upcoming Firestone Grand Prix, but also a hub for noise pollution. By Riley Benson crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/05/st-…

This year’s Groundhog Day predicted an early spring and Tampa Bay is ready as ever to enjoy the March sunshine. There are plenty of festivals and outdoor events to check out with friends and family this month. By Suzanne Townsend crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/05/mar…

During its first game ever as an Associated Press ranked team, the n. 25 Bulls defeated Charlotte to crown themselves as the American Athletic Conference Regular Season Champions for the first time in program history. By Sofía García Vargas crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/04/men…

February sports recap: From the hardwood to the golf greens, USF broke record books in February By Jorden Pompey crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/02/feb…

The Board of Governors of the State University System of Florida’s January decision sent shockwaves across academia, specifically among sociology professionals, educators and students. By Alisha Durosier crowsneststpete.com/2024/03/01/fac…

Launching their season at Bayboro Harbor, the Bulls showcased their abilities against fierce competition. By Jorden Pompey crowsneststpete.com/2024/02/28/wom…

The Bulls men’s and women’s teams added a total of six event wins and a haul of 156 points, with the men's team marking a significant milestone in the program's history. By Sofía García Vargas crowsneststpete.com/2024/02/28/men…

Miniature plastic ducks and other animals have quietly appeared around the Nelson Poynter Memorial Library at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus, leaving both students and staff intrigued about who is behind them. By Nadia Colimon crowsneststpete.com/2024/02/26/who…

After a 13 game winning streak, the USF men’s basketball team is ranked among the Associated Press top 25 for the first time in program history. By Sofía García Vargas crowsneststpete.com/2024/02/26/usf…