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Welcome to the University of South Florida! 

At the University of South Florida, New Student Connections facilitates the transition, adjustment and connection of first-year and transfer students to the campus community.  Through programs, partnerships, and mentoring, we offer opportunities for students to form meaningful connections that provide a foundation for success in their first year and throughout their college experience.  



Let us help you...
  • Develop meaningful relationships with peers, student leaders, staff and faculty.
  • Utilize available academic and support resources.
  • Find out about important University dates and deadlines.
  • Discover ways to feel connected to the campus community.
  • Learn techniques on how to successfully navigate the campus.


Check out these key new student programs and services...

  • Resource Materials - including The Bull Connection (your new student guide) and special communities within the University Blackboard System

  • Connection & Transition Programs - attend one of the various academic and social events during Week of Welcome (WOW), submit a Connect-a-Bull form and find out about opportunities and events that interest you or attend one of our signature events including "Learn.Connect.Lead" (leadership opportunities fair) or the "Celebratory Luncheon"

  • First-Year Student Programs - sign up for UConnect (USF's exclusive on-line social & academic community for first-year students), join the new first-year student organization, qualify for an invitation to be a member of a first-year honor society or discover various mentoring opportunities

  • Transfer Student Programs - join the Transfer Student Organization (TSO), qualify for an invitation to be a member of Tau Sigma National Honor Society, take advantage of the programs and services provided by the Mature Independent Non-Traditional Students (MINTS) or find out valuable information in our Transfer Student Newsletter



 

Summer Stampede

Click here for more information on Summer Stampede events

UConnect

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Have a Question?

We want you to know that USF is here for you every step of the way. As you continue your journey on campus, please feel free to email us any questions you may have.

Important Dates

July 3 - University Holiday

July 6 - Last day to drop/add Summer B classes without financial penalty

July 25 - Last day to drop Summer B courses with a "W"/no academic penalty and no refund

August 3 - Online parking permit sales begin for all new resident students

August 3 - Fall 2009 Meal Plan membership payment due

August 7 - Last day of Summer B classes

August 14 - Summer grades available on OASIS

August 19 - Residence halls officially open for Fall semester

August 19-29 - USF's Fall Week of Welcome program

August 21 - Last day to register for Fall classes without last registration fee penalty

August 24 - First day of Fall classes