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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA 

2008/2009 

The members of Student Resource Agency 

is excited to present the 

2008/2009 USF Student Planner! 

THIS PLANNER IS A & S FUNDED! 

Special Thanks to 

The Student Resource Agency Staff: 

Megan Moschell (Director), Noah Matz (Asst. Director), Josh Agramonte 

(Info Quest Coordinator), Kelly Budnick (OCH Coordinator), Blair Greene 

(Legal Aid Coordinator), Chris Brown (Assistant Coordinator), Sarah 

Greene (Assistant Coordinator) 

Specials Thanks to Sarah Rasheid in SG‘s Marketing Department 

for the cover art. 

Student Government offers both paid and volunteering positions. If 

interested, please call 974-2402 or visit www.sg.usf.edu 

Please Note: 

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in this 

calendar. However, to make the Student Government Campus Planner available at the 

beginning of the Fall 2008 semester, all event schedules were obtained in the spring, 

therefore they may be subject to change. Before attending any scheduled events you 

should call the appropriate scheduling office. If you have any questions or suggestions 

to next year‘s planner, please submit them to Student Resource Agency.

4202 E FOWLER AVE. 

TAMPA, FL 33620 

(813) 974-3180 

University of South Florida does not discriminate on the 

basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age. 

University of South Florida seeks compliance with Title VI of 

the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education 

Amendments of 1972, and section 504 of the Rehabilitation 

Acts of 1973, which respectively prohibit discrimination. 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

STUDENT SECTION 

· Commitment to Honor…………………………………………………………………………….3 

· Welcome……………………………………………………………………………………………4 

· Student Government………………………………………………………………………………5 

· SRA‘s Next Top Bulls……………………………………………………………………………...7 

· List of Student Organizations……………………………………………………………………..9 

HANDBOOK/DIRECTORY SECTION 

· A-Z Guide…………………………………………………………………………………………14 

· Colleges Roster…………………………………………………………………………………..18 

· Bullosary…………………………………………………………………………………………..20 

· Student Academic Grievance Procedures…………………………………………………….27 

· Student Services/Involvement……………………………………………………………….…34 

· Student Code of Conduct……………………………………………………………………….40 

· Housing & Residential Services‘ Resident Handbook……………………………………….55


COMMITMENT TO HONOR & LIVING THE COMMITMENT 

As an ethical community, the University of South Florida is dedicated to the 

ideals of excellence in scholarship, academic learning and student development. 

By joining this community, each member is expected to accept and live these 

commitments. 

I resolve to maintain the honor and integrity of the university community in 

pursuit of scholarship, academic learning and student development. 

Living the Commitment: A commitment to this resolution upholds our core values 

of honesty, diligence and trust within our academic and professional lives. This means 

that authentic and sincere efforts motivate our work while we strive for 

genuine, trustworthy interactions. 

I resolve to respect the dignity and intrinsic value of all persons. 

Living the Commitment: A commitment to this resolution requires appreciation for 

another‘s personal right to explore freely, to express oneself responsibly, and to 

participate actively in building an environment of mutual respect and inclusion for each 

individual. This means that we will support equal rights and opportunities for all 

people, while exhibiting behaviors which are compassionate and considerate to others. 

I resolve to contribute to the progress and greater good of the community. 

Living the Commitment: A commitment to this resolution motivates us to serve the 

University with words and actions that generate a positive impact on the future of the 

whole community. This means that active and creative thought and contributions 

within a collegial environment will expand both the nature and scope of knowledge and 

the quality of community life. 

I resolve to strive for excellence and discovery for myself, others, and the 

University. 

Living the Commitment: A commitment to this resolution confirms the shared 

values that make the University a strong community. We hold high expectations for 

our own academic and professional work. Concurrently, we endeavor to support the 

success of others as we all seek to contribute to the mission of the University.

Dear Student, 


WELCOME STUDENTS! 

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the University of South Florida. This is an exciting 

time to be at USF. From its origins in 1956 as a small liberal arts school on the 

outskirts of Tampa, USF has developed into one of the nation‘s fastest growing 

research universities and listed in the top tier of the Carnegie Foundation‘s rankings. 

Since its inception, USF has built a strong foundation to ensure our current students‘ 

success. Our faculty includes leading scholars whose discoveries place them at the 

forefront of their fields of study. Their cutting-edge knowledge becomes part of the 

curriculum in the classroom. As an undergraduate you have the opportunity to engage 

in research projects with the faculty. Our campus life – including the arts and cultural 

events, nationally recognized intercollegiate athletics and hundreds of student 

organizations and activities – provides rich opportunities for personal development. 

These opportunities will expand when the new Marshall Student Center opens this 

Fall. 

I encourage you to explore the many opportunities USF has to offer. Our faculty and 

staff stand ready to assist you in meeting the challenges that college will bring. Much 

of your success will come by being open to new ideas and perspectives, getting 

involved in campus activities and making new and lasting friendships. 

Best wishes for a successful academic year! Go Bulls! 

Sincerely, 

Judy Genshaft, Ph.D. 

President 

Dear Students, 

Welcome to the University of South Florida for the 2008-2009 year. 

The beginning of a new academic year is always an exciting time for all of us. We are 

here to inspire the pursuit of academic excellence through collaborative learning and 

to develop motivated individuals who are broadly educated, ethical, inclusive and 

capable of critical thinking. 

USF is an integrated learning environment where many opportunities abound, both in 

and out of the classroom. It is the choice and advantage of each student to expose 

themselves to all the learning opportunities available. We invite you to utilize the web 

site to access the information regarding all of these programs. 

We look forward to becoming a valuable resource for you during your upcoming year 

at the University of South Florida and are here to support you on your quest for 

personal growth, wellness and life-long learning. 

Please accept our best wishes for a wonderful new beginning to your educational 

journey. 

Sincerely, 

Jennifer Capeheart Meningall 

Vice President for Student Affairs

Dear fellow Bulls, 

2008-2009 STUDENT GOVERNMENT 

We are extremely excited to welcome the new and returning students to the University 

of South Florida for the 08-09 academic year! We are honored to serve as your 

Student Government leaders at the best university in the country. 

It is our mission to ensure your academic success and an awesome college 

experience. By getting involved you will develop necessary and lifelong skills to 

become a successful and active alumnus of this great university. Our new Marshall 

Student Center will open this fall and will positively affect our University. It is an 

exciting time to be a USF Bull as we have experienced constant growth, nation 

recognition, research endowments and overall student life. 

We know the pursuit and completion of your degree is paramount however the 

learning experiences outside of the classroom are just as important to your personal 

development. Support the athletics programs, join a fraternity or sorority, become a 

member of a student organization, Student Government or attend a campus art, jazz 

or dance production. The real world skills, lifelong friendships and leadership you gain 

from being involved with USF will excite your passions and will set you above the rest. 

We strongly encourage you to take full advantage of every resource our campus offers 

because ultimately what you get out of your college experience is what you put into it. 

Go Bulls! 

Sincerely, 

Greg ‗Butters‘ Morgan Thomas R. King Jr. 

Student Body President Student Body Vice President 

Trustee to the University www.sg.usf.edu 

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT STUDENT GOVERNMENT, OR TO GET INVOLVED, 

PLEASE VISIT THE SG WEBSITE: 

SG.USF.EDU 

SG offers a variety of FREE resources and services to USF students 

through their Agencies. These services include: 

SRA- FREE Legal Aid Consultations, Off Campus Housing Assistance & 

website (sra.usf.edu/och), FREE Notary services, Ask-A-Bull (AIM: 

USFAskABull), and more! 

SGCS- FREE Printing, Academic Poster Printing, Local Faxing, CD/DVD 

burning, Computer training classes, laminating, and more! 

Safe Team- FREE nightly escort services on campus, patrolling parking lots in 

the evenings, and Alert Cab services for off campus establishments 

WBUL-Student Programming and entertainment, DJ services for campus events 

and student organizations

2008-2009 STUDENT GOVERNMENT LEADERS 

STUDENT BODY PRESIDENT GREGORY MORGAN 

STUDENT BODY VICE-PRESIDENT THOMAS KING 

The Executive Branch is composed of the Student Body President, Vice-President and 

the Cabinet. The Executive Branch aims to serve USF students by acting as their 

representative in university affairs. It also works to improve the general welfare of the 

student body by offering programs and events that create awareness of student 

issues. The Executive Branch also works to enrich the student experience by 

cultivating and enhancing student education and community life. 

SENATE PRESIDENT JUAN CARLOS SOLTERO 

813-974-4857/ [email protected] 

SENATE PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE JERRY TROTTER 

813-974-2569 / [email protected] 

The Legislative Branch of the Student Government Association is the Student Body 

Senate. The Senate is composed of the Student Body Senate President, Student Body 

Senate President Pro Tempore, Senate Committee Chairpersons and Senators that 

represent the students of the different academic colleges throughout the university. 

Senators are elected by the student body to voice student concerns and advocate for 

changes to the administration, faculty, and state government. Every year the Senate 

allocated the Activity & Service Fee Funds collected from students. This year the 

Senate allocated roughly $11 Million towards programs and services that enhance the 

University Life Experience. The Senate is also responsible of updating and enforcing 

the Student Body Governing documents such as the Student Body Constitution and 

the Student Government Association Statutes. Additionally, the Senate is responsible 

for maintaining the University Wide Committees as well as interacting with over 500 

Student Organizations. 

SUPREME COURT CHIEF JUSTICE 

SUPREME COURT SENIOR JUSTICE 

The Judicial Branch is made up of a Chief Justice, a Senior Justice and Associate 

Justices. The goal of the Judicial Branch is to adjudicate and render legal judgments 

whenever a student, or organization within or established by the Student Government, 

believes that the Student Government Constitution or Student Government Statutes 

have been misinterpreted or violated to the effect that some legal action is required. 

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT STUDENT GOVERNMENT, OR TO GET INVOLVED, 

PLEASE VISIT THE SG WEBSITE: 

SG.USF.EDU

USF’S NEXT TOP BULLS 

These 10 students applied out of dozens, and were chosen as the Student 

Resource Agency‘s Next Top Bulls! 

Out of all of the students who submitted applications, these 10 students 

exemplified a diverse background of achievement and involvement at USF. 

TO PARTICIPATE NEXT YEAR TO SHOW YOUR BULL PRIDE, PLEASE 

CONTACT THE STUDENT RESOURCE AGENCY 

SRA.USF.EDU 

Michael Carney 

Graduate student in the College of Medicine 

Involvement: RHA, Cycling Club, and Health Service Corps 

Favorite USF memory: When I styled my hair into Bull horns using glue 

and a hanger, and painting myself for Homecoming. 

Favorite USF events: Homecoming is one of my favorite events because 

the whole week is full of school spirit. 

Melissa Weibley 

Graduate student in the College of Education 

Where do you work? I work at the USF Bookstore. 

Involvement: RHA, Dance Marathon, National Residence Hall Honorary, 

National Society of Collegiate Scholars 

Favorite USF events: My favorite event is RezFest, a program put on by 

RHA. RezFest is 2 weeks of programming geared towards getting the 

residents out and about on campus. 

Trevor Gunn 

Senior majoring in Biomedical Sciences 

Involvement: BSU, FACES modeling troupe, Iota Phi Theta Fraternity 

What is the best thing about living off campus? I like having my privacy 

living off campus, and I feel that I can concentrate on school because of it. 

Favorite USF events: Patio Tuesday is one of my favorite events because it 

is a time when a group of diverse students come together. 

Alec Smith 

Graduate Student in the School of Architecture & Community Design 

Involvement: Beef Studs, SG Senate, Architecture College Council, 

American Institute of Architecture Students, and Bulls for Bulls Country! 

Favorite USF memory: Traveling to every USF Bowl game, and not missing 

a single home football game. 

Biggest pet peeve? People that wear other schools‘ logos on campus 

Samia Gorleku 

Sophomore majoring in International Studies with a minor in Environmental 

Policy 

Involvement: Surf Club, Red Cross, Intramural Soccer 

What is your favorite memory of USF? I love all of the events, but my 

Orientation was the best so far. I got to meet so many new people. 

What made you want to come to USF? I‘m from Tampa, and I really didn‘t 

want to go anywhere else. My mom went here, so USF was my first option.

Raffaele Macri 

Junior majoring in Biomedical Sciences 

Involvement: AED Pre med Honors Society, Alternative Spring Break, and 

Stampede of Service Leadership Board. 

What was your first day at USF like? It was so nerve wracking, but worth it. 

Favorite USF events: I love going to football games. It is a great place to be 

with friends and show your Bull Pride. 

Brandis Waiz 

Sophomore majoring in Biology 

What is the best thing about living on campus? I love being able to work, 

live, and go to school all in one convenient location.. 

Involvement: Student Bulls Club, Emerging Leaders Institute, Intramurals, 

Stampede of Service, and I work in the Registrar‘s Office. 

Favorite USF memory: I loved the chance to ―Run with the Bulls‖ at Ray Jay. 

Tim Repass 

Junior majoring in Business 

Where do you work? I work with the University Lecture Series on campus. 

Involvement: Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity, Stampede of Service, and I am 

an Orientation Team Leader. 

Favorite USF memory: When we rushed the field at the WVU football game, 

and when I went to the Auburn game. 

Brittany Zahn 

Freshman majoring in Mathematics Education and Criminology 

Are you from Florida? No. I am an out of state student. I love being in Florida! 

Involvement: Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority, Beef Studs, Emerging Leaders Institute, 

and I work at the campus bookstore. 

What makes you a Top Bull? I am only a freshman and yet I have tons of Bull 

Pride! I‘m excited about being a Bull and I try to make it easy for others to 

participate in everything with me. 

Don Dau 

Junior majoring in Interdisciplinary Natural Science with a minor in Business 

Involvement: Honors college, CAS Honor Society, Phi Sigma Theta, USF Predental 

Society, Vietnamese Student Organization, Intramurals 

What is your biggest achievement at USF? My ability to be an active student 

on campus while maintaining a good GPA 

When did you first know that you wanted to be a Bull? I knew that I 

wanted to be a Bull the very moment I stepped onto campus. As a commuter 

student, I'm still able to participate on campus, but I still get the benefits and 

comfort of home. 

TO PARTICIPATE NEXT YEAR TO SHOW YOUR BULL PRIDE, PLEASE 

CONTACT THE STUDENT RESOURCE AGENCY 

SRA.USF.EDU 

The Student Resource Agency also provides FREE Legal Aid, notary services, 

off campus housing assistance, Key Mate, and more! Please stop by our office 

for more information about our variety of FREE services.

USF SPECIALS & DISCOUNTS 

Use your USF ID Card to receive great specials and discounts at these 

restaurants*: 

Applebees: ½ Price appetizers after 10pm every night 

Gator‘s: ALL you can eat wings on Monday 

TGI Friday‘s: Happy Hour Specials on Appetizers 4 pm to 7 pm & 10pm- Close 

Moe‘s: Moe Mondays & USF Discount Thursdays ($5.55 burrito, chips and a drink) 

15% off Dine-In Food Only at Beef-O-Brady's (5025 E Fowler Ave, 989-9125)) 

25% off any purchase at Casa Mexicana; 35% off for any club or organization 

10% off any meal at CDB's Great Italian Restaurant (5104 E Fowler Ave, 985-1336) 

10% off any regular priced item at The Clubhouse Sports Cafe 

10% off at Jerk Hut 

10% off-Subs Only at Jersey Mike's Subs 

10% off (Except Beer) at Tijuana Flats Burrito Company 

*Some discounts & specials do not require a USF ID Card. For more, please visit www.usf.edu 

Academic/Professional Student 

Organizations 

Adult, Career & Higher Education 

Grad Student Organization 

Advertising Club 

Alliance of Health and Fitness 

Professionals 

Alpha Kappa Psi 

American College of Health Care 

Administrators 

American Concrete Institute 

American Institute of Architecture 

Students 

American Institute of Chemical 

Engineers 

American Library Association 

American Medical Association 

American Medical Student 

Association 

American Medical Women's 

Association 

American Society for Information 

Science & Technology(ASIST) 

American Society of Civil Engineers 

American Society of Mechanical 

Engineers 

American Water Works Association 

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 

Anesthesiology Interest Group 

Anthropology Club 

Anthropology Graduate Student 

Organization 

Art History Association 

Asian Pacific American Medical 

Student Association 

Association for Computing Machinery 

Association of College Student Affairs 

Association of Latino Professionals in 

Finance & Accounting 

Association of Medical Science 

Graduate Students 

Association of Physical Therapy 

Students 

ATSA: Athletic Training Students' 

Association 

Beta Beta Beta 

Biology Graduate Student 

Organization 

Biomedical Engineering Society 

Biomedical Ethics Society 

Black Graduate and Professional 

Student Association 

Brenda J Faulk Chapter of Silver 

Wings at the University of South 

Florida 

Chemistry Society at USF 

Civil and Environmental Grad. Stud. 

Assoc. (CEEGSA)

College Students Interest Group in 

Neurology (CO-SIGN) 

Collegiate Music Educators National 

Conference 

Communication Council 

Communication Networks Group at 

USF 

Criminology Graduate Student 

Organization (CGSO) 

Dance Education Organization 

Delta Sigma Pi -Theta Phi 

Delta Sigma Pi- Lambda Kappa 

Lambda (Lakeland) 

Emergency Medicine Interest Group 

Emerging Green Builders at USF 

Engineering Expo 

Engineering Pre-Medical Society 

Engineers for A Sustainable World 

English Graduate Student 

Association 

ENLACE Leadership Club (ELC) 

Family Medicine Interest Group 

Fla Georgia Louis Stokes Alliance for 

Minority Participation 

Florida Medical Association 

Florida Water Environment 

Association 

Geography Department Graduate 

Student Organization 

Geology Club 

Geology Graduate Student 

Organization 

Global Health Student Association 

Graduate Business Association 

Graduate Students Association - 

College of Education 

Healthcare Management Student 

Association 

History and Physical Exam Practice 

Group 

IEEE Computer Society 

Infectious Disease Association 

Infectious Disease Interest Group 

Informs Student Chapter at USF 

Institute of Electronics and Electrical 

Engineers - IEEE 

Institute of Industrial Engineers 

Institute of Transportation Engineers 

Instructional Technology Student 

Association (ITSA) 

International Business Board (IBB) 

Karst Research Group (KRG) at USF 

Latin American Medical Student 

Association 

LINGO: Graduate Organization for 

Applied Linguistics 

Management Information Systems 

Society 

Marine Science Advisory Committee 

Master of Fine Arts Organization 

Mathematical Association of America 

(MAA) 

Medical Ethics Society 

Medical Students for Choice 

Minority Pre-Professional Science 

Society (MPSS) 

Model United Nations (MUN) 

National Association of Black 

Accountants, Inc. 

National Association of Future 

Doctors of Audiology 

National Society of Black Engineers 

(NSBE) 

National Student Speech Language 

and Hearing Association 

Nepalese Student Association 

Objectivist Club at USF 

Obstetrics and Gynecology Interest 

Group (OBIG) 

Orthopedic Interest Group (OIG) 

PATHOS-The Pathology 

Organization for Students 

Pediatric Interest Group 

Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, 

International 

Phi Delta Epsilon International 

Medical Fraternity 

Phi Org (Philosophy Organization) 

Philosophy Graduate Student 

Organization 

Physical Therapy Club 

Political Science Graduate Student 

Organization 

Pre-Dental Society 

Pre-Med American Medical Student 

Association (Pre-Med AMSA) 

Pre-Optometry Professional Society 

Pre-Pharmacy Club 

Pre-Physician Assistant Society 

Pre-Veterinary Society 

Preventive and Integrative Medicine 

Interest Group 

Project World Health 

Psychology Graduate Student 

Organization 

Public Health Student Association 

Public Relations Student Society of 

America 

Religious Studies Club at USF 

School Psychology Student 

Organization 

Second Language Acquisition 

Student Organization 

Serving Others Selflessly (S.O.S.) 

Social Activist Anthropology 

Society for Academic Medicine 

Society for Classical Pragmatism 

Studies 

Society of Automotive Engineers

Society of Business, Law and 

Medicine 

Society of Hispanic Professional 

Engineers 

Society of Physics Students (SPS) at 


Society of Professional Journalists 

Society of Women Engineers 

Special Libraries Association (SLA) 

Statistics Club at USF 

Student Applied Behavior Analysis 

Society 

Student Association for Aging Studies 

Student Interest Group in 

Neurosciences 

Student National Medical Association 

Student Registered Nurse Anesthesia 

Foundation @ USF 

Student Society for Stem Cell 

Research 

Student Society for Technical 

Communication 

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) 

Surgical Interest Group 

The Geography Club at USF 

The Historians' Guild 

Theta Tau 

Undergraduate American Medical 

Women‘s Association 

Undergraduate Research Board 

USF Forensics Society 

USF Linguistics Circle 

USF Photo Club 

Women's Studies Graduate Student 

Organization (WSTGSO) 

Write Club 

X-Labs 

Campus-Wide Student 

Organizations 

Residence Hall Association 

USF Ambassadors 

Councils 

Architecture College Council 

Business College Council 

College of Medicine Student Council 

College of Nursing Student Council 

Council of Honor Societies 

Engineering College Council 

Interfraternity Council 

Graduate and Professional Student 

Council 

National Pan Hellenic Council 

Panhellenic Council 

Sports Clubs Council 

Unified Greek Council 

Fraternities/Sororities 

Alpha Delta Pi Sorority 

Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity 

Alpha Kappa Delta Phi 

Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority 

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity 

Beta Theta Pi 

Chi Omega Sorority 

Chi Phi 

Chi Phi Sigma 1st Caribbean 

Fraternity and Sorority, Inc. 

Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin 

Sorority, Inc. 

Delta Chi Fraternity 

Delta Delta Delta Sorority 

Delta Gamma Sorority 

Greek Programming Board 

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. 

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity 

Kappa Delta Sorority 

Kappa Sigma Fraternity 

Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity 

Lambda Psi Delta Sorority, Inc. 

Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, 

Inc. 

Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, 

Inc. 

Omega Psi Phi 

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity 

Phi Delta Theta Fraternity 

Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity 

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity 

Sigma Beta Rho Fraternity, Inc. 

Sigma Chi Fraternity 

Sigma Delta Tau Sorority 

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. 

Sigma Lambda Beta International 

Fraternity, Inc. 

Sigma Lambda Gamma National 

Sorority Inc. 

Sigma Nu Fraternity 

Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity 

Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority, Inc. 

Zeta Tau Alpha 

Honor 

Alpha Epsilon Delta 

Beta Alpha Psi 

Eta Kappa Nu 

Golden Key International Honour 

Society 

Honors College Student Council 

Mortar Board Honor Society 

National Residence Hall Honorary 

National Society of Collegiate 

Scholars (NSCS) 

Omicron Delta Kappa

Phi Sigma Pi 

Phi Sigma Theta 

Pi Gamma Mu 

Pi Mu Epsilon 

Psi Chi, The National Honor Society 

of Psychology 

Sigma Alpha Lambda 

Sigma Alpha Pi Honor Society 

Sigma Pi Sigma Chapter at USF 

Tau Beta Pi 

Multicultural Student 

Organizations 

African Students Association 

Africana Studies Club 

Asian Students in America (ASIA) 

Association of Filipino Students 

Black Student Union (BSU) 

Caribbean Cultural Exchange (CCE) 

Club Creole 

Club de Espanol 

Cuban-American Student Association 

Divine Youth Association 

Dominican American Student 

Association (DASA) 

Europeans at USF 

Feminist Student Alliance 

French Club 

Friends of Internationals 

Friends of Japan 

Friends of Sri Lanka Club 

German Culture Club 

Hellenic Society 

Hindu Students Council 

Hip Hop Outreach 

Intercultural Organization 

Interfaith Medical Exchange 

International Studies Organization 

Italian Cultural Club (Circolo Culturale 

Italiano) 

Korean American Student 

Association 

Latin American Student Association 

(LASA) 

Members Empowering True 

Awareness (META) 

Mexican American Student 

Association (MASA) 

NAACP-USF College Chapter 

Organization of International Students 

Pakistani Students Association 

Persian American Cultural Club 

Russian Club 

Students Against Discrimination 

Everywhere 

Students of India Association 

Taiwanese Student Association 

Thai International Student 

Association 

Turkish Student Association 

Vietnamese Student Association 

West Indian Leaders of Diversity 

Women Federation for World Peace 

at USF 

Women's Society of Excellence 

Political 

Alliance of Concerned Students 

Bulls for Barack Obama 

Bulls for Davis 

College Democrats 

College Libertarians at USF 

College Republicans @ USF 

Students for Kerry at USF 

Students for Kucinich 

Students for Ron Paul 

VOX: Voices for Planned Parenthood: 

Students for Choice 

Recreational Student 

Organizations 

F-Troop Student Association 

Filberts, The 

Jazz Dance Club (JDC) 

Latin Dance Club 

Legacy of the Black Dragons Role- 

Playing Game Community 

Salsa Club 

The Swinging Bulls 

Religious Student Organizations 

Atheist Student Alliance 

Baha'i Club at USF 

Baptist Collegiate Ministries 

Campus Advent Ministries 

Campus Crusade for Christ 

Catholic Student Union 

Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship 

Christian Medical Association 

Christians for Campus 

Transformation 

Christians in Action (CIA) 

Christians on Campus 

Cornerstone Student Fellowship 

Crosswinds Wesley Foundation at 


Disciples for Life 

Every Nation Campus Ministry 

Freethinkers at USF 

Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry 

God-Talk at USF, a Progressive 

Christian Student Organization 

Good News at USF 

Hillel Jewish Student Union 

Impact Christian Fellowship

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship 

Koinonia Covenant Campus Ministry 

Muslim Students Association (MSA) 

Navigators 

Ner Tamid (Eternal Light) 

Reformed University Fellowship 

Shekinah Glory Student Ministries 

Sister's United Muslim Assn. 

Sowers of the Seed 

The Gospel Choir at USF 

Total Praise Gospel Ministry 

Young Israel Jewish Student Center 

Service-Based Student 

Organizations 

Active Minds 

Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity 

American Marketing Association 

American Red Cross Club at 

University of South Florida 

ANGELS Inc. (Analyzing Needs using 

Gifts to Enhance Lives) 

Best Buddies 

Breast Cancer Association at USF 

Bulls for Bull's Country 

Bulls for Moffitt 

By Your Side 

Campus Girl Scouts 

Dove Inc. 

Engineers Without Borders 

Eternal Legendary Queens (ELQ) 

Freshmen Awareness for Campus 

Education Success (FACES) 

International Health Service 

Collaborative 

International Student Volunteers of 


Jewels of Tau 

La Lucha 

Lions Club at USF 

Organization For Development 

Progressive Black Men, Incorporated 

Project Downtown 

Reflections Modeling Troupe 

Rotaract 

SISTUHS, Inc 

Social Work Society 

Student Council for Exceptional 

Children 

Student Organization Advisory Board 

(SOAB) 

Students Saving Sight 

University Emergency Medical 

Services Association 

Social Justice Student 

Organizations 

Amnesty International at USF 

Habitat for Humanity at USF 

Muslim American Society at USF 

Necessary Improvements to 

Transform our Environment (NITE) 

ONE at USF 

Peace at Large (PAL), USF Chapter 

STAND: A Student Anti-Genocide 

Coalition 

Students for Social Justice 

World Can't Wait/911 Truth 

Special Interest Student 

Organizations 

Aeruginosa Guitar Club 

Alpha Iota Gamma 

American Sign Language Club 

Apple Corps @ USF 

Aquarists at USF 

Barbeque and Grilling Society 

Beef Studs 

Build Leaders Elevating to New 

Dimension (BLEND) 

Bull's Pride Campaign 

Bulls Offroad 

Bullseyes, The 

Chess Club 

Classical Society 

Close Knit 

Contraceptualists, The 

FACES Modeling Troupe, Inc. 

Future Reference Inc. 

Green and Gold Guides (G3) 

Interdisciplinary Oncology IG 

Lil' Muddy's Fun Bunch (LMFB) 

Midnite Marketing Association 

Mind's Eye Theatre Players 

Most Wanted Dance Troupe 

Oushi Anime 

P.R.I.D.E. Alliance 

Players 2 Professionals 

Poets, The 

Project ABLE 

Resident Assistant Advisory Board 

Responsible Education and Action for 

Campus Health 

Show Stoppers 

Sociology Club at USF 

Sports Medicine Interest Group 

Student Backpacker's Association 

Student Environmental Association 

Student Theatre Production Board 

Students for the Marketing and 

Advancement of Renewable 

Technology 

Total Kaos Dance Troupe 

Twisted Elegance Dancers 

Ultrasounds

University Film & Video Association 

@ USF 

USF Film Club 

Voices for the Unborn 

Whitehatters Computer Security Club 

Sport Clubs 

Aikido Club 

Australian Football Club at USF 

Bowling Club, USF 

Bulls Swimming 

Capoeira Angola Club 

Chito Ryu Karate Club 

Co-Ed Indoor Soccer Club 

Crew Team 

Equestrian Club at USF 

Fencing Club 

Golf Club 

Gymnastics Club 

A-Z GUIDE 

ICE Bulls Ice Hockey Club 

Judo Club at USF 

Karate Club 

Kenjutsu Club at USF 

Lacrosse Men's Club 

Mountain Bikers at USF 

Racquetball Club at USF 

Roller Hockey Club at USF 

Rugby Football Club 

Running Club 

South Florida Wrestling Association 

Surf Club 

Tae Kwon Do 

Tennis Club 

Ultimate Frisbee Club 

USF Cycling Team 

USF Women's Lacrosse 

WADO Karate Academy at USF 

Water Polo Club, USF 

Women's Rugby Football Club 

Academic Affairs 4-2154 ADM 226 

Administration 4-5002 MSC 4100 

Admissions 4-3350 SVC 1036 

Adult & Transfer 4-6444 SVC 1001 

Advising 

Bus. Administration 4-4290 BSN 1406 

Education 4-2458 EDU 106 

Engineering 4-2684 ENC 1302 

Fine Arts 4-3660 FAH 120 

Medicine 4-2068 MDC 1002 

Nursing 4-9305 MDN 1036 

Pre-Admission 4-3350 SVC 1036 

Pre-Medical 4-6957 BEH 201 

Public Health 4-6505 CPH 1150 

Undergraduate 4-2645 SVC 2011 

Advocacy 4-5756 ADM 273 

Crisis Line 4-5757 

Air Force ROTC 4-2795 CWY 407 

Army ROTC 4-4065 HMS 115 

Alumni Office 4-4380 ALC 100 

Andros Center 4-2477 RAN 122 

Argos Center 4-2761 RAR 229 

Art Museum 4-2849 CAM 101 

Athletics 4-2125 ATH 100 

Audio Visual 4-2380 SVC 0061 

Black student Union 4-2185 

Bookstore 4-2631 BKS 269 

Medical 4-4984 MDC 1050 

Box Office

Theatre II 4-2323 THR 104 

Sun Dome 4-3002 SUN 141 

Building Manager‘s Office 4-5615 MSC 1006 

Bull License Plates 4-4380 ALC 100 

Bull Market 4-5309 MSC 1001 

Bus (Hartline) 254-HART 

Bull Runner Shuttle 4-6902 PSB 101 

Business Office 4-5310 MSC 4107 

CAB 4-5306 MSC 2306 

Career Center 4-2171 SVC 2088 

Campus Dining Services 4-5021 MSC 1502 

Catering 4-6166 MSC 3200B 

Meal Plan Office 4-4499 MSC 1502 

On Top of the Palms 4-3573 MSC 3600 

Campus Info (Tampa) 4-4607 PSB 101 

Campus Recreation 4-3177 REC 111 

Cancer Research Ctr. 972-4673 MDC 44 

Cashier 4-6056 ADM 131 

Center for Civic Engagement and Vol. 4-5053 MSC 1303 

Center for Student Involvement 4-7595 MSC 1300 

Centre Gallery 4-5464 MSC 2700 

Ctr Teaching Enhancement 4-2576 SVC 1088 

Ctr Urban Transport Res. 4-3120 CUT 100 

Chapel Center 988-1185 

Child Care (ERCCD) 4-5142 ERC 101 

Commencement/Convocation 4-2202 SVC 1098 

Computer Labs 

Business 4-4208 BSN 2400 

Communications 4-6781 PRS 100 

Cooper Hall 4-3712 CPR 121 


Engineering 4-3008 ENB 116 

Undergraduate 4-4751 ENB 118 

Graduate 4-1951 ENB 229 


Library 4-7616 LIB 125C 

Physics 4-7057 PHY 209 

Science Center 4-0031 SCA 222 

Social Sciences 4-3197 SOC 279 

Counseling Center 4-2831 SVC 2124 

Credit Union 569-2000 CRU 102 

Credit Union (MSC Branch) 4-4294 MSC 1400 

Money Line 569-2100 

Custodial Office 4-5010 MSC 1700B 

Disabled Student Services 4-4309 SVC 1133 

Distance Learning 4-2996 SVC 1072 

E-Mail and Internet 4-1222 LIB 608 

Einstein Bagels 4-5032 MSC 1600 

Embassy Suites (on campus) 977-7066 

Emergencies 911 UPB 002 

Employment 4-2171 SVC 2088

Equal Opportunity 4-4373 ADM 172 

Evaluation & Testing 4-2741 SVC 2060 

Event and Meeting Services (EMS) 4-5213 MSC 3200 

Financial Aid 4-4700 SVC 1102 

Florida Mental Health 4-4602 MHC 1101 

Game Room 4-5232 

Grade Changes 4-4428 SVC 1034 

Graduate School 4-2846 BEH 304 

Health Center/Health Insur. 4-2331 SHS 103 

Homecoming Committee 4-5202 MSC 2306 

Honors Program 4-3087 SVC 1088 

Housing & Residential Education 4-1528 RAR 229 

ID‘s (Student) 4-2357 

Insurance 4-5407 SHS 100 

Intramurals 4-4449 REC 111 

Info Desk-Marshall Center 4-3180 MSC 1000 

Lakeland Campus (941) 667-7000 / 1-800-USF-5636 

Lecture Series 4-7795 

Legal Aid 4-5012 

Library 4-2721 LIB 122 

Circulation 4-4497 LIB 102 

Loan/Scholarship 4-2711 ADM 147 

Marketing 4-5277 MSC 4112 

Marshall Center 

Marshall Center Maintenance 4-5107 MSC 0101 

Information 4-3180 

Center Gallery 4-5464 

Credit Union 4-4294 

Bull Market 4-5309 

International Students 4-5102 

Reservations 4-5213 

Campus Activities 4-5202 

Ticket Master 4-3184 

STA Travel Agency 4-3380 

Moffitt Cancer Research Ctr. 972-4673 MDC 44 

Multicultural Affairs 4-5111 MSC 3300 

Naval-ROTC 4-4789 CWY 408 

Network Administrator 4-5003 MSC 4101 

Notary in the Office of: 

President 4-2791 ADM 241 

Exec V/P-Provost 4-2154 ADM 226 

Comm Advancement 4-4983 ADM 214 

Government 4-2660 ADM 280 

University Relations 4-9092 ADM 264 

Student Govt. 4-5012 

Off-Campus Housing 4-7613 

Office of Greek Life 4-7335 MSC 2300 

Office of Student Programs 4-1001 MSC 2306 

OPERATOR 4-2011 SVC 4010 

Oracle 4-6242 SVC 002

Orientation 4-3060 SVC 1138 

Parking Services 4-3990 PSB 101 

Parking Citations 4-3990 PSB 101 

Petitions – Academic Regulations 

Arts & Sciences 4-6957 SOC 102 

ASA (Undeclared) 4-2645 SVC 2011 

Business Administration 4-4290 BSN 1406 


Engineering 4-2684 ENG 1302 


Graduate Council 4-2846 FAO 126 

Nursing 4-9305 MDN 1036 

Personnel 4-2970 SVC 2172 

Police 4-2417 MDC 1023 

EMERGENCY 911 

Post Office 4-2606 PPA 109 

President, Office of 4-2791 ADM 241 

Public Affairs 4-6994 ADM 271 

Radio/TV 

WBUL 4-4906 

Music Line 4-3285 

WUSF-FM 89.7 4-8700 WRB 219 

WUSF-TV 16 4-4000 TVB 100 

Recreation 4-3177 REC 111 

Records, Student 4-4419 SVC 1034 

Registrar 4-2000 SVC 1034 

Registration Help Line 4-8979 

Residence Hall Association 4-5341 

ROTC 

Air Force 4-3367 BEH 236 

Army 4-4065 BEH 236 

Safe Team 

Day 4-3243 

Night 4-SAFE 

Sarasota Campus (914) 359-4200 

SG Administrative Services 4-2045 MSC 4300 

SG Computer Lab 4-3878 MSC 2308/1308 

Sports Info Hotline 1-800-GO-Bulls PED 214 

St. Petersburg Campus (727) 873-1200 

Student Engagement & Involvement 4-5202 

Student Affairs 4-5533 ADM 151 

Student Employment 4-2879 SVC 1102 

Student Government 4-2401 MSC 4304B 

Comptroller #1 4-2045 MSC 4300 

Comptroller #2 4-8376 MSC 4300 

ERC 4-2057 MSC 4303B 

Executive Cabinet 4-9900 MSC 4308 

Grad Assistant 4-4460 MSC 4308C 

Marketing/ Public Relations 4-5011 MSC 4306 

SAFE Team 4-8316 MSC 1800 

Senate 4-2569 MSC 4308D

Senate President 4-4857 MSC 4308F 

SG Chief of Staff 4-5735 MSC 4308 

SG President 4-2328 MSC 4308G 

SG Vice President 4-9991 MSC 4308G 

Student Resource Agency 4-3749 MSC 4303B 

4-5012 

Supreme Court 4-9120 MSC 4303 

SG Conference Room 4-3205 MSC 4303 

Student Health Services 4-2331 SHS 100 

Student Org. Offices MSC 3308 

Student Organizations 4-7912 MSC 3302 

Sun Dome SUN 141 

Administration 4-3111 

Box Office 4-3002 

Theatre 4-2701 TAR 230 

Test Information 4-2970 SVC 2172 

Textbook Center 4-2631 BKS 0269 

TicketMaster 4-5309 MSC 1001 

Transcripts 4-4081 SVC 1034 

Travel Agency-STA 4-3380 MSC 1504 

Undergraduate Studies 4-4051 SVC 2002 

University Lecture Series 4-6107 MSC 2306 

USF Card Center 4-2357 MSC 1505 

Veteran‘s Affairs 4-2291 SVC 2127 

Visitor‘s Info Center 4-4607 PSB 101 

WBUL Radio Station 4-3285 MSC 1805 

Writing Lab 4-9572 

COLLEGES ROSTER 

ARCHITECTURE 4-4031 UTC 180 

ARTS AND SCIENCES 

www.cas.usf.edu 

General Info 4-6957 BEH 201 

Africana Studies 4-2427 FAO 270 

American Studies 4-2431 CPR 363 

Anthropology 4-2138 SOC 110 

Biology 4-3250 SCA 112 

Chemistry 4-2144 CHE 205 

Classics 4-2547 CPR 419 

Communications 4-2145 CIS 3058 

Comm Sci & Dis 4-2006 PCD 1017 

Criminology 4-2815 SOC 322 

English 4-2421 CPR 358 

Geology 4-2236 SCA 528 

Geography 4-2386 SOC 305 

Gerontology 4-2414 SOC 204

Gov‘t & Int‘l Affairs 4-2384 SOC 352 

History 4-2807 SOC 260 

Humanities 4-2431 CPR 363 

Independent Study 4-4058 CPR 107 

Inter. Social Science 4-0983 BEH 201 

International Stud 4-2163 SOC 373 

Language 4-2548 CPR 419 

Liberal Studies 4-6957 BEH 201 

Library & Info Sci 4-3520 CIS 2011 

Mass Comm 4-2591 CIS 3106 

Mathematics 4-2643 PHY 342 

Philosophy 4-2447 FAO 226 

Physics 4-2871 PHY 114 

Political Science 4-2384 SOC 352 

Psychology 4-2492 PCD 4118G 

Public Administration 4-2510 SOC 399 

Rehabilitation Coun. 4-2855 SOC 107 

Religious Studies 4-2221 CPR 304 

Social Work 4-2063 MGY 132 

Sociology 4-2893 CPR 209 

Speech & Hearing Svc. 4-9844 PCD 1017 

Women‘s Studies 4-3496 FAO 001 

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 

www.coba.usf.edu 

General Information 4-4280 BSN 201 

Accounting 4-4186 BSN 3305 

Economics 4-4252 BSN 3432 

Finance 4-2081 BSN 3132 

Info Systems/Dec 4-5524 CIS 2083 

Management 4-4155 BSN 3205 

Marketing 4-4201 BSN 3231 

CONTINUING EDUCATION 

EDUCATION 

www.coedu.usf.edu 

General Information 4-2801 MHH 116 

Prof.Lifelong Learning 4-5201 MGZ 144 

General Information 4-3400 EDU 105 

Adult and Vocational 4-3455 EDU 151 

Childhood Education 4-3460 EDU II 202 

Counselor 4-3246 EDU 380 

Educational Psychology 4-3246 EDU 380 

Indus. & Tech 4-3455 EDU 158A 

Physical 4-3443 PED 214 

Secondary 4-3533 EDU 302 

Special 4-2536 EDU 402

ENGINEERING 

www.eng.usf.edu 

General Information 4-3780 ENB 128 

Chemical 4-3997 ENC 3400 

Civil/Environment 4-2275 ENC 3300 

Computer Science 4-3652 ENB 342 

Electrical 4-2369 ENB 379 

Industrial & Mgmt 4-2269 ENC 2400 

Mechanical 4-2280 ENC 2300 

MEDICINE 4-2196 CMS 3000 

www.hsc.usf.edu 

NURSING 4-2191 MDC 22 

https://hsc.usf.edu/nursing/ 

PUBLIC HEALTH 4-3623 MDC 56 

www.hsc.usf.edu/publichealth 

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS 

www.arts.usf.edu 

https://www.arts.usf.edu/cofa/calendar.html 

General Information 4-2301 FAH 110 

Art 4-2360 FAH 229 

Dance 4-2701 FAD 204 

Music 4-2311 FAH 110 

Theatre 4-2701 TAR 230 

Theatre Box Office 4-2323 THR Theatre II 

BULLOSARY 

Academic Advising: A professor or staff person within USF who assists in planning a 

student‘s academic program of study. 

Academic Amnesty: Offered only to undergraduate students who have engaged in nonacademic 

activities for at least five calendar years. 

Academic Appeal: A procedure used to request that a student‘s individual circumstances be 

reviewed, approved or denied by a committee or staff member 

Academic Load: The maximum load is 18 hours (Fall and Spring) and 14 hours (Summer 

Term). 12 hours is the minimum load to be considered as a full time student. 

Academic Probation: The first time your USF academic records fall below a cumulative 2.0 

GPA after any semester. 

A&S fees: Activities and Service Fee is a per credit hour fee, plus a flat fee for student 

activities and services; allocated by Student Government. 

Administrative Holds: When a student fails to meet obligations to the University. If a 

student is on Administrative Hold, he/she may not be allowed to register, receive a diploma, 

or receive a transcript. 

Air Force Reserve Officers Training Corps: The Air Force ROTC curriculum includes 12- 

16 course hours of instruction by active duty Air Force officers over a two-to four-year period.

Andros: Andros complex consists of nine halls, which are suite arrangements; some are 

double occupancy designed to accommodate eight residents, others are single occupancy 

which accommodate four residents. 

Argos: Argos complex offers student living; Castor houses women and Kosove houses coed 

residents; provides double and single occupancy room accommodations. 

Army Reserve Officers Training Corps: The Department of Military Science for Army 

ROTC was established to select and prepare students to serve as officers in the Regular and 

Reserve components of the US Army. The curriculum is designed to develop to students‘ 

leadership potential, as well as improve the students‘ planning, organizing, and managerial 

skills. 

Ask-A-Bull: A resource offered by the Student Resource Agency where students can reach 

a representative from Student Government online in order to have a variety of questions 

about USF answered. 

Attitudes and Alternatives Program: This confidential program is offered to students who 

are interested in examining personal alcohol/drug use. 

Auditing Privilege: This gives any student the right to go sit in on a class session before the 

student decides to take the course for a grade. 

Bachelor Degree: Degree earned after completion of credit hours within a particular field of 

study in addition to general requirement courses. 

Bachelor of Arts: Students who demonstrate competency in a foreign language. 

Bachelor of Science: Students who do not demonstrate competency or take a foreign 

language at USF. 

Breezeway: The central outside area located in the SVC or the circular driveway between the MC 

and the SVC. 

Bull Market: the Flea Market located between the Cooper building and the Education 

Building every Wednesday. 

Business Lawn: Lawn located between the Business Building, Cooper Hall and Maple 

Street. 

Buy Back: A continuous program that offers the selling of used textbooks by students. 

CAB: The Campus Activities Board hosts concerts, Movies on the Lawn, parties, comedy, 

and much more free to students. 

CAM: Contemporary Art Museum located next to the Fine Arts Building. 

Campus Recreation: Campus Recreation is designed to provide opportunities for 

participation in a wide variety of sports and recreational activities. 

Career Center: Provides USF students with comprehensive career planning and job search 

services. A staff of experienced career counselor and job search coaches is available to help 

students choose a potential career, gain career-related experience and prepare for an 

effective job search. The Career Center also provides information on part-time jobs (on and 

off-campus), Cooperative Education, internships and full-time professional employment 

opportunities, and creates venues where students can network and interview with local, state 

and national employers. 

Castor Beach: Open area behind the old Gamma Hall, now Castor Hall. 

Cheating: Cheating is an unauthorized use of aid during a test or taking an examination for 

another student. A referral will be issued by the professor or campus police; cheating may 

lead to temporary academic suspension or expulsion. 

Classification: Specific designations for degree-seeking lower and upper division students, 

including: Freshman = Student has earned less than 30 credit hours. Sophomore = Student 

has earned between 30-60 credit hours. Junior = Student has earned between 60-90 credit 

hours. Senior = Student has earned over 90 credit hours before graduation. Graduate = 

Students who have earned a bachelor degree and are enrolled in graduate level courses. 

Corral: The Basketball practicing area for the women‘s basketball team located next to the 

Sun Dome entry 4. 

Courtesy Phones: Beige/Black phones around campus. The courtesy phone provides free 

access to on-campus calls. Selected phones also have local call access. Calls are limited to 

three minutes at a time for courtesy purposes.

CLAST: The College Level Academic Skills Test required by Florida Statutes and rules of 

the State Board of Education CLAST measures the communication and computation skills 

associated with successful performance and progression through a baccalaureate level. 

CLEP: The College Level Examination Program designed to measure knowledge in specific 

subject areas and general education areas. 

Commencement: Graduation ceremony. 

Community Work-Study: Specialized program that utilizes FWS (federal work study) funds 

by providing jobs with private and public agencies that serve the community. A community 

service component that will allow students an opportunity to work in a service that benefits 

the local community. 

Course Number: The number that identifies what course you are taking. 

Course Selection Guide: Your schedule booklet of courses offered each semester. 

Course Substitution: Students with disabilities can request substitution courses for their 

general distribution course work. 

Credits: One hour of class time or the cumulative time each week for an entire academic 

term. 

Crescent Hill: The hill located next to the Crescent Hill parking garage named by USF‘s first 

president. 

Commuter Student: Students that drive back and forth to USF. 

Course Conflict: An attempt to register for the same course at the same time. 

Closed Course: A lecture, class, or laboratory that is filled to capacity. 

Cypress Apartments: On campus apartments with 4 students per apartment. 

Cypress Suites: On campus suite style residence halls. 

Deferment: If a financial aid check is not available by the financial aid tuition payment 

deadline, a deferment will prevent the recipient‘s registration from being canceled. It also 

prevents assessment of the late payment fee until after the deferred payment deadline, 

which is at the end of the ninth week of classes. 

Doctoral Degree: A Ph.D., or the highest degree you can receive after attending a 

university. 

Double Major: Concurrently fulfilling the requirements of two approved majors. Only one 

degree is awarded, however the second major will be entered on the student‘s transcript 

upon graduation. 

Drop/Add: To increase or decrease the number of courses for which you have registered. 

Must complete the appropriate forms in Registration and Records. 

Decal/Hangtags: University Parking Permit. 

EDT: English Diagnostic Test is a necessary requisite for admission to the School of Mass 

Communication. 

Emergency Call Box: Emergency Call Boxes are located all over campus. You can identify 

them at night by their flashing blue light. Emergency Call Boxes are used for 911 

emergencies. 

Exit Requirement Courses: Nine semester hours of approved course work concerning 

major works and major issues, and literature and writing. 

Expulsion: Permanent termination from the university of a student‘s privilege to attend the 

university. This may include trespassing from campus. During the period of the expulsion, all 

of the student‘s contact with the university departments/services must be through the Office 

of Student Affairs. 

False Information: Not true or wrong information 

Federal Work Study Program: A need-based federal student employment program which 

pays students hourly wages. 

Fee Payment Deadline: Your fees must be paid by the 5th day of classes, regardless of 

when you registered.

Financial Aid: Any loan, part-time employment, grant or scholarship offered to help a 

student meet educational and related expenses. 

Financial Aid Award: The amount of aid (money) that is being offered to you for the 

academic year. 

First Day Mandatory Attendance Policy: This policy requires all students to attend the first 

scheduled class. Students who do not attend the first scheduled class will be automatically 

dropped from the course. Students having extenuating circumstances beyond their control 

who are unable to attend the first class meeting, must notify the instructor prior to the first 

class meeting, and request an attendance waiver. 

Fish Bowl: Engineering cafeteria by day and study lounge by night located in the new 

Engineering Building 

Florida Student Association: The Florida Student Association is a private, not-for-profit, nonpartisan 

student association funded by the Student Activity and Service fees paid by the students of 

the State University System. 

Fraternities and Sororities: Fraternities and Sororities are about learning to get along with 

all types of people, making lifelong friends, participating in a variety of campus activities and 

becoming involved in other campus organizations. 

Free Application for Federal Student Aid: The FAFSA is used to determine your financial 

need for all forms of federal aid. 

Fresh Food Company: The cafeteria located in the Argos side of the residence halls. 

General Education Requirements: 36 hours of general distribution classes. 

Gordon Rule: A 12 semester hour requirement of 6000 words and a 6 semester hour 

requirement of math where a student must receive a grade of ―C‖ or higher. 

GRE: Graduate Record Exam- A type of test needed to continue school at the graduate 

level. 

Grade Forgiveness Policy: A policy that allows you to repeat a course if you received a 

grade lower than a C in the course. 

Grade Point Average: A four-point grading system, used to measure academic 

performance. 

Graduate Assistants: Graduate students that are hired to teach courses. 

Greek Housing: On-campus housing for Greek organizations. 

Grievance Procedures: A question, complaint, or statement of grievance that is made 

because of any non-academic matter. 

Harassment: Annoying conduct which creates an intimidating, hostile, offensive working or 

educational environment. 

Hazing: Any action or situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or 

physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into an 

organization. 

Holly apartments: On campus apartments designed to accommodate students. Holly 

consists of 4-person apartments 

Housing Contract: A legal commitment to live in the residence halls. 

Identification Card: Your official picture I.D. 

―I‖ Grade Policy: Incomplete course work. 

Immunization: A medical procedure used to inoculate an individual for measles and rubella. 

Independent Study: Students who wish to take a course without attending the classroom all 

the time. If a student wishes to take independent study they are required to take tests, attend 

periodic classes, complete term papers, etc. 

Installment Payments: A series of scheduled payments (tuition, living expenses, etc.) that a 

person pays at regular times until he/she has paid the total amount that he/she owes. 

Intercollegiate Athletics: Sports played by men and women in the NCAA 

Intramural Athletics: Games that are played during fall and spring between or among

members of the same school, college, etc. 

Internship: Serving a period of residence and practice in a hospital, business office, law 

firm, newspaper office, etc. 

Involuntary Withdrawal: An unwilling withdrawal from enrollment and student status at any 

university. 

Information Desk: Located in the Marshall Center. 

Key Mate: Registered key chains are issued by SG‘s Student Resource Agency to ensure 

your keys will be returned if they are lost in the United States. 

Leadership Zoo: Area in the second floor of the MC where student organizations offices are 

located; directly in front of SG. 

Loans: A small or large sum of money that is borrowed. 

Local/Permanent Address: Local address is your address while at USF. Permanent 

address is the address where you can always receive mail (like your parents‘ house.) 

Lower-Level Courses: Freshman and sophomore classes that are usually recognized by 

1000 or 2000 course numbers. 

Magnolia Apartments: On Campus apartments designed to accommodate upper class, 

family, non-traditional and graduate students. 

Maple Hall: An on campus, suite style residence hall. 

Master’s Degree: Degree earned after Bachelors degree. 

MC: The Phyllis P. Marshall Center Student Union. 

Minor: An agreement of courses that enables students to develop expertise in an additional 

approved area of study. 

MLK Plaza: The Martin Luther King Plaza us surrounded by the MC, SVC, Administration, 

Sciences, and Fine Arts buildings. 

MOTL: Movies on the Lawn; shown every Wednesday night at 9 p.m. on MLK Plaza 

presented by the Campus Activities Board. Rain site is in the MC Ballroom. 

―M‖ Grade Policy: This grade is automatically assigned as a default grade when the 

instructor does not submit any grades. 

Newsstand: Allows student organizations to distribute printed materials across campus. 

Non-Degree-Seeking Student: Students who wish to be enrolled in university level courses 

but have no desire to earn a degree. 

Oracle: The USF student-run newspaper 

OASIS: An Online Access Student Information System which provides updated 

announcements, general and secured access information with a student identification and 

password. 

Overload Approval: Students who wish to register for more than 18 hours (Fall/Spring) or 14 

hours during the summer must secure a computerized approval from the appropriate dean or 

authorized college representative. 

Override: Written approval obtained from a professor/instructor to register for a closed course or 

course conflict. 

Permit Course: Courses that require students to meet specific eligibility criteria before 

registering for the courses. 

Phyllis P. Marshall Center: Located at the apex of Cedar Drive, it is the community center 

of USF, providing a multitude of services and programs. The new building will open in August 

of 2008, and the old building will be torn down to extend the plaza in the Fall of 2008. 

Plagiarism: Literary theft, to take ideas or writings from someone else and present them as 

your own.

Prerequisite: Courses that are needed before you can be accepted into a college or take a 

subsequent course. 

Probation: An official warning that the student‘s conducted and continued enrollment 

depends upon satisfactory citizenship. 

Project Thrust: A university-wide retention program designed to assist Black Undergrad 

students at USF in completing their baccalaureate education. 

Provisional: Temporary; conditional. 

Readmission: A former student returning in any degree-seeking undergraduate program 

who has not earned his/her degree and who wishes to re-enroll in the university. 

Recreation Center: The Gym, located by the Sun Dome. 

Reference Number: A numeric identifier unique to each course section that changes every 

semester. 

Registration: The process of enrolling in classes at the university. 

Repeat Course Work: Course work which has been repeated toward the minimum 120 

semester hours of credit required for graduation. 

Reprimand: A harsh or formal scolding record of an incident which reflects unfavorably on a 

student‘s file as long as he/she is a student of the university. 

Residence Hall: Student living facilities such as Delta, Theta, Kosove, Castor Hall, Holly 

Apartments, etc. 

RHA: The residence Hall association is a student governance and programming organization 

for resident students. RHA is the voice of campus residents and is instrumental in decisions 

about residence hall improvements and policy. 

Resident Assistant: A Resident Assistant is an actual student who has been hired to live in 

the residence halls with other resident students. A Resident Assistant assists students by 

promoting hall community and helping them with any problems they may have and also 

informs students of the rules and regulations in the residence halls. 

Restrictions: Specific conditions imposed on students which would restrict future presence 

on campus and participation in university related activities. 

Safe Team: A free Student Government escort service for students who do not want to walk 

alone to their cars or residence halls at night. It operates from 7pm to 2am, 7 days a week. 

Sexual Battery/Rape: The act of performing oral, anal or vagina sex against the victim‘s will 

or without her/his consent. Also, any form of vaginal penetration by union with a sexual organ 

of another or anal/vaginal penetration by another object. Subject to university police/Student 

Affairs investigation, arrest, and referral to the state attorney‘s office. 

Student Government: Student Government is a group of elected, appointed, and volunteer 

students who represent and serve the student body. 

Student Identification Number: Your USF ID number (U number) 

Student Resource Agency: An agency with offers a variety of services such as legal 

assistance, off-campus housing information, notary services, roommate mediation, Key 

Mate, and Ask-A-Bull. 

SASS Report: A Student Academic Support System which gives you a complete report of all 

the classes you have taken and a report of all the classes you need to take to complete your 

requirements before you receive your bachelor‘s degree. 

Sun Dome: The Sun Dome, located across the street from the Business Building, serves as 

the University of South Florida‘s students, staff, and the surrounding community as an all 

purpose facility. 

Semester: Subdivision of the academic year designated Fall, Spring, and Summer A, B and 

C. 

SVC: Student Services building located in front of the MC. 

Teaching Assistants: Students that are hired to help assist a professor. 

Time Conflict: An attempt to register for two or more courses offered at the same time. 

Transcript Information: A complete record of courses and grades taken at the university. 

Transient Students: People who are fully admitted at another state university or community

college, but who enroll in a course at USF and would like to have academic credit for the 

course applied toward the degree they are seeking at the state university or community 

college they have been admitted to. 

University Directory: USF‘s telephone book which lists the permanent addresses and 

phone numbers of all student, faculty, and staff. 

University of South Florida Catalog: The University of South Florida Catalog shows which 

courses are required while attending the university and what you should be taking for a 

specific college you plan to apply to. 

University of South Florida Grant: An institutionally funded grant program which awards 

$200 to $2000 per academic year. 

University of South Florida Student Loan: A need-based institutionally funded long-term 

low interest loan program. 

Unsatisfactory/Satisfactory Grade System: (Option Courses) Certain Courses have been 

designated as S/U courses to indicate the student‘s final grade (pass/fail). 

Upper-Level Courses: Predominantly junior and senior level courses identified by 3000 and 

4000 course numbers. 

Visitor Reception Center: The Visitor Reception Center is located at the main entrance of 

USF. 

Withdrawal: The process of dropping one or all courses registered for in a specific 

semester. A student may withdraw without fee liability during registration. After this period 

there is a fee liability. 

ACADEMICS 

The University of South Florida is committed to supporting and enhancing the academic 

experience of students. The faculty work very hard to design and deliver academic 

programs that will prepare you to achieve your educational aspirations. At USF, you will find 

faculty who are knowledgeable in their fields, advisors who can help you understand the 

requirements of your major, and library staff who are helpful and approachable. Most 

importantly, you will experience intellectual growth at USF. We hope that you will enhance 

your academic experience by taking advantage of several opportunities listed below: 

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT 

• USF Learning Communities: (813) 974-8127, https://web.usf.edu/~lc/ 

• USF Honors Programs: (813) 974-3087 

• Honor‘s Societies: https://www.ctr.usf.edu/sa/query.asp 

• Study Abroad Programs: CPR 468, (813) 974-4314 

• Internships: SVC 2088, (813) 974-2171 

ACADEMIC ADVISING 

• Meeting with an Academic Advisor: SVC 2011, (813) 974-2645 

LEARNING ASSISTANCE 

• Math Lab: PHY 301-C 

• Reading and Learning Program: Counseling Center - SVC 2124, (813) 974-9308 

• Writing Center: CPR 257, (813) 974-9572 

LIBRARY SERVICES 

• USF Library System: https://www.lib.usf.edu/. 

RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES 

• ADA Coordinator: ADM 274, (813) 974-4373.

• Office of Academic Support and Accommodations for Students with Disabilities 

(ASASD): SVC 1133, (813) 974-4309 (voice), (813) 974-7337 (TDD) 

https://www.asasd.usf.edu/ 

STUDENT ACADEMIC GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES 

I. Purpose - The purpose of these procedures is to provide all undergraduate and 

graduate students taking courses within the University of South Florida an opportunity for 

objective review of facts and events pertinent to the cause of the academic grievance. Such 

review will be accomplished in a collegial, non-judicial atmosphere rather than an adversarial 

one, and shall allow the parties involved to participate. All parties will be expected to act in a 

professional and civil manner. 

The procedures that follow are designed to ensure objective and fair treatment of both 

students and instructors. These guidelines are meant to govern all colleges (exclusive of the 

College of Medicine which maintains its own procedures); however, as individual colleges or 

campuses may have different levels of authority or titles, each student must obtain the 

specific designations used by each college or campus for levels of authority and titles in the 

process. 

In the case of grade appeals, the University reserves the right to change a student‘s 

grade if it is determined at the conclusion of the grievance process that the grade given was 

incorrect. In such circumstances the Dean or Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs or 

the Vice President for Health Sciences Center may file an administrative grade change. The 

term ―incorrect‖ means the assigned grade was based on something other than performance 

in the course, or that the assignment of the grade was not consistent with the criteria for 

awarding of grades as described in the course syllabus or other materials distributed to the 

student. In the case of all other academic grievances the University reserves the right to 

determine the final outcome based on the procedures detailed herein. 

II. Terms and Guidelines - An ―academic grievance‖ is a claim that a specific academic 

decision or action that affects that student‘s academic record or status has violated published 

policies and procedures, or has been applied to the grievant in a manner different from that 

used for other students. Grievances may relate to such decisions as the assignment of a 

grade seen by the student as incorrect or the dismissal or failure of a student for his or her 

action(s). Academic grievances will not deal with general student complaints. 

―Instructor‖ shall mean any classroom instructor, thesis/dissertation/directed study 

supervisor, committee member or chair, or counselor/advisor who interacts with the student 

in an academic environment. 

―Department Chair/Director‖ shall mean the academic head of a college department or 

the director of a program—or in all cases a ―Department‘s designee‖ appointed to handle 

academic grievances. 

―Dean‖ shall mean a College Dean, the Dean of Undergraduate Studies, or the Dean of 

the Graduate School, as indicated—or in all cases a ―Dean‘s designee‖ appointed to handle 

academic grievances for the unit. 

―Time‖ shall mean ―academic time,‖ that is, periods when university classes are in 

session. The person vested with authority at the appropriate level may extend any of 

the time periods contained herein for good cause. Any extensions must be 

communicated in writing to all parties. For the purposes of this policy, each step shall be 

afforded three (3) weeks as a standard time limit. When a department considers a grievance 

according to published departmental procedures approved by the College Dean and Provost, 

the time line specified in this academic unit‘s procedures will govern the process and no 

additional notice of time extension is needed. 

―Written communication‖ shall mean communication by hard copy to the recipient‘s 

address of record. 

The ―burden of proof‖ shall be upon the student such that the student challenging the 

decision, action or grade assigned has the burden of supplying evidence that proves that the 

instructor‘s decision was incorrect. In considering grievances, decisions will be based on the 

preponderance of the evidence.

Neither party shall be entitled to bring ―legal representation‖ to any actual grievance 

proceeding as this is an internal review of an academic decision. 

As some Colleges may not have departments or some campuses may use different 

titles, the next level that applies to that College shall be substituted. If the incident giving rise 

to a grievance occurs on the St. Petersburg campus, the approved policy on that campus 

shall govern. 

III. Resolution at the Department Level 

A. The student shall first make a reasonable effort to resolve his or her grievance with the 

instructor concerned, with the date of the incident triggering the start of the process (i.e., 

the issuance of a grade; the receipt of an assignment), and the instructor shall 

accommodate a reasonable request to discuss and attempt to resolve this issue. 

B. If the situation cannot be resolved or the instructor is not available, the student shall file a 

notification letter within three weeks of the triggering incident to the department 

Chairperson/Director. This shall be a concise written statement of particulars and must 

include information pertaining to how, in the student‘s opinion, University policies or 

procedures were violated. The department Chairperson/Director shall provide a copy of 

this statement to the instructor. 

C. The department Chairperson/Director shall discuss the statement jointly or individually 

with the student and the instructor to see if the grievance can be resolved. If the 

department maintains its own grievance procedure, * it should be applied at this point. If 

the grievance can be resolved, the Chairperson/Director shall provide a statement to that 

effect to the student and the instructor with a copy to the College Dean. 

D. If the grievance cannot be resolved, the department Chair/Director shall notify both the 

student and the instructor, informing the student of his/her right to file a written request 

within three weeks to advance the grievance to the College Level. The instructor may file 

a written response to the grievance petition. Upon receipt of the student‘s request to 

move the process to the College Level and the instructor‘s response to the grievance (if 

provided), the Chairperson/Director shall immediately notify the College Dean of the 

grievance, providing copies of the student‘s initiating grievance statement, any 

instructor‘s written response to the grievance, and the written request from the student to 

have the process advanced to the College Level (which may include additional 

responsive or final statements by the student). Should the student not file a written 

request to move the grievance to the College Level within the prescribed time, the 

grievance will end. 

If the grievance concerns the Chairperson/Director or other officials of the department, 

the student has a right to bypass the departmental process and proceed directly to the 

College Level. 

* Departments may develop their own formal procedures for considering grievances. Such 

procedures must be considered and approved by the College Dean and the Provost, and 

published on the Department‘s web site. When such procedures exist, the Department‘s 

examination of the grievance will unfold as specified in the procedures. If the Departmental 

process upholds the student‘s grievance, the Department Chair will work with the College, 

the student and the instructor to remedy the situation. If the Department does not uphold the 

grievance, the Chair will report the fact to the Dean. The student may, in such cases, request 

the College Level review as outlined in these university procedures. 

IV. Resolution at the College Level 

A. Upon receipt of the grievance, the College Dean shall either determine that the matter is 

not an academic grievance and dismiss it or within three weeks shall establish an 

Academic Grievance Committee. The membership of the Committee shall be constituted 

as follows: 

1. Three (3) faculty members and two (2) students (undergraduate or graduate as 

appropriate to the case) shall be selected from the college by the Dean.

2. Wherever practical, the Committee shall include neither members of the faculty nor 

students of the department directly involved with the grievance, nor faculty nor 

students of the student‘s major department. However, if requested by the committee, 

faculty or students from the department involved with the grievance or from the 

student‘s major department may provide expert or other relevant testimony in the 

proceedings. 

B. The Committee will operate in the following manner; 

1. The Committee Chairperson will be appointed by the College Dean from among the 

three faculty members appointed to the Committee. 

2. The Committee Chairperson shall be responsible for scheduling meetings, 

overseeing the deliberations of the committee and ensuring that full and fair 

consideration is provided to all parties. The Committee Chairperson shall vote on 

committee decisions only when required to break a tie. 

3. All deliberations shall be in private and held confidential by all members of the 

Committee and those involved in the proceedings. The recommendation of the 

Committee shall be based on the factual evidence presented to it. 

4. Within three weeks of the Committee appointment, the Committee Chairperson shall 

deliver in writing to the student, instructor, department Chairperson/Director or 

Program Director, and College Dean a report of the findings and a recommended 

resolution. 

5. Within three weeks of receipt of the Committee recommendation, the College Dean 

shall provide a decision in writing to all parties. 

6. The student or the instructor may appeal the decision of the College Dean to the 

University Level only if the decision of the College Dean is contrary to the 

recommendation of the Committee or if there is a procedural violation of these 

Student Academic Grievance Procedures. Such an appeal must be made in writing 

to the Dean of Undergraduate Studies or Graduate Studies (as appropriate) within 

three weeks of receipt of the decision from the College Dean. Otherwise, the 

College Dean‘s decision is final and not subject to further appeal within the 

University. 

V. Resolution at the University Level: 

The Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs or the Vice President for the Health 

Sciences Center has delegated authority to the Dean of Undergraduate Studies to act in 

place of the Provost/Vice President in all academic grievance appeals involving 

undergraduate students unless the grievance occurred in a program within Undergraduate 

Studies, wherein it will go back to the Provost to redelegate. The Dean of Graduate Studies 

will act in place of the Provost/Vice President in all academic grievance appeals involving 

graduate students. 

A. The student or the instructor may appeal at the University Level within three weeks of the 

receipt of a decision made at the College Level, when (1) the decision by a College Dean 

is contrary to the recommendation of a college Grievance Committee, or (2) there is 

cause to think a procedural violation of these University Academic Grievance Procedures 

has been made. Within three weeks of receipt of the appeal to the decision, the 

Undergraduate/Graduate Dean in consultation with the Faculty Senate and the Student 

Senate, shall appoint an Appeals Committee consisting of three faculty members drawn 

from the university Undergraduate Council or Graduate Council (as appropriate), and two 

students, undergraduate or graduate (as appropriate). 

B. The structure, functions and operating procedures of the Appeals Committee will be the 

same as those of the College Committee (i.e., chaired by one of the appointed faculty 

members appointed by the Undergraduate/Graduate Dean who will not vote except in 

the case of a tie, having no representation from either party‘s respective departments, 

developing a recommendation to the Undergraduate/Graduate Dean, etc.). 

C. Within three weeks of the appointment, the Committee Chairperson shall deliver in 

writing to the Undergraduate/Graduate Dean a report of the findings of the Committee 

and a recommended resolution. 

D. Within three weeks of receipt of the Committee recommendation, the 

Undergraduate/Graduate Dean shall provide a decision in writing to all parties.

E. If the Undergraduate/Graduate Dean‘s decision is that a grade change is merited, the 

Undergraduate/Graduate Dean shall initiate the grade change on the authority of the Provost 

and so inform all parties. In all academic grievance appeals, the Undergraduate/Graduate 

Dean‘s decision is final and not subject to further appeal within the University. 

These procedures shall take effect commencing Fall Semester, 2005, and shall 

supersede all other academic grievance procedures currently in effect, with the exception of 

the procedures of the College of Medicine. 

Procedures for Alleged Academic Dishonesty or Disruption of Academic Process 

Alleged violations of academic dishonesty or alleged disruptions of academic process will 

be handled initially by the instructor, who will discuss the incident with the student. It must be 

noted that the Faculty Senate considers the traditional relationship between student and 

faculty member as the primary means of settling disputes that may arise. If the instructor 

observes the alleged dishonesty occurring during an examination, he/she should, with 

discretion, notify the student of the fact before the student leaves the examination. In all 

cases, the instructor must attempt to schedule a meeting with the student to discuss the 

alleged dishonesty or disruptions. 

After the discussion, if the student and instructor have reached a mutual agreement as to 

the solution, the instructor shall file a statement with the chairperson of the department or 

equivalent, e.g. campus dean, responsible for the course outlining the facts of the incident 

and the agreed-upon solution signed by both the instructor and student. A copy of this 

statement shall be given to the student. If no solution is reached, the matter should be 

referred to the chairperson of the department or the equivalent, e.g. campus dean, for 

attempt at resolution. 

Academic Dishonesty 

Students attending USF are awarded degrees in recognition of successful completion of 

coursework in their chosen fields of study. Each individual is expected to earn his/her degree 

on the basis of personal effort. Consequently, any form of cheating on examinations or 

plagiarism on assigned papers constitutes unacceptable deceit and dishonesty. Disruption of 

the classroom or teaching environment is also unacceptable. This cannot be tolerated in the 

University community and will be punishable, according to the seriousness of the offense, in 

conformity with this rule. 

Plagiarism 

Plagiarism is defined as ―literary theft‖ and consists of the unattributed quotation of the 

exact words of a published text, or the unattributed borrowing of original ideas by paraphrase 

from a published text. On written papers for which the student employs information gathered 

from books, articles, web sites, or oral sources, each direct quotation, as well as ideas and 

facts that are not generally known to the public at large, or the form, structure, or style of a 

secondary source must be attributed to its author by means of the appropriate citation 

procedure. Only widely known facts and first-hand thoughts and observations original to the 

student do not require citations. Citations may be made in footnotes or within the body of the 

text. Plagiarism also consists of passing off as one‘s own segments or the total of another 

person‘s work. 

1. Examples of proper citation (footnote format) are as follows [Footnoting/citation styles will 

depend upon those used by different academic disciplines. Many disciplines in the 

Natural Science areas, for example, will cite the sources within the body of the text.] 

a. ―Plagiarism, from a Latin word meaning ‗kidnapping,‘ ranges from inept paraphrasing 

to outright theft.‖ 1[Direct quotation] 1Harry Shaw, Concise Dictionary of Literary 

Terms (McGraw-Hill, 1972), pp. 209-210. 

b. As Harry Shaw states in his Concise Dictionary of Literary Terms, ―Plagiarism, from a 

Latin word meaning ‗kidnapping,‘ ranges from inept paraphrasing to outright theft.‖ 

1[Direct quotation with an introductory statement citing the source.] 1(McGraw-Hill, 

1972), pp. 209-210.

c. Plagiarism is literary theft. To emphasize that point, Harry Shaw states that the root 

of the word comes from the Latin word meaning ―kidnapping.‖ 1[Paraphrasing] 

1Concise Dictionary of Literary Terms (McGraw-Hill, 1972), pp. 209-210. 

d. In defining plagiarism, ―Strategies for Teaching with Online Tools‖ suggests that 

visibility makes intellectual theft less probable. 1[Paraphrasing a Web site] 

1https://bedfordstmartins.com/technotes/hccworkshop/plagiarism.htm 

2. Examples of proper citation (in body of text): 

a. Shaw (1972) states that the root of the word comes from the Latin word meaning 

―kidnapping.‖ [Paraphrasing; complete information about source will be cited in a 

section at the close of the text.] 

b. Shaw (1972) was correct when he stated that ―plagiarism, from a Latin word meaning 

‗kidnapping,‘ ranges from inept paraphrasing to outright theft.‖ [Quotation; complete 

information about source will be cited in a section at the close of the text.] 

c. Plagiarism.org suggests that a searchable database of papers might assuage what 

Shaw called a ―kidnapping‖ of intellectual content. [Paraphrasing of a Web site; the 

complete information on the Web site will appear in the works cited section.] 

3. The following are examples of plagiarism because sources are not cited and appropriate 

quotation marks are not used: 

a. Plagiarism, from a Latin word meaning ―kidnapping,‖ ranges from inept paraphrasing 

to outright theft. 

b. Plagiarism comes from a Latin word meaning ―kidnapping‖ and ranges from 

paraphrasing to theft. 

c. Plagiarism ranges from inept paraphrasing to outright theft. 

d. Visibility online makes plagiarism much more difficult for the would-be thief. 

Punishment Guidelines for Plagiarism: 

The student who submitted the subject paper, lab report, etc. shall receive an ―F‖ with a 

numerical value of zero on the item submitted, and the ―F‖ shall be used to determine the 

final course grade. It is the option of the instructor to assign the student a grade of F or FF 

(the latter indicating dishonesty) in the course. 

Cheating 

Cheating is defined as follows: (a) the unauthorized granting or receiving of aid during 

the prescribed period of a course-graded exercise: students may not consult written 

materials such as notes or books, may not look at the paper of another student, nor consult 

orally with any other student taking the same test; (b) asking another person to take an 

examination in his/her place; (c) taking an examination for or in place of another student; (d) 

stealing visual concepts, such as drawings, sketches, diagrams, musical programs and 

scores, graphs, maps, etc., and presenting them as one‘s own; (e) stealing, borrowing, 

buying, or disseminating tests, answer keys or other examination material except as officially 

authorized, research papers, creative papers, speeches, other graded assignments, etc. (f) 

Stealing or copying of computer programs and presenting them as one‘s own. Such stealing 

includes the use of another student‘s program, as obtained from the magnetic media or 

interactive terminals or from cards, print-out paper, etc. 

Penalties for Academic Dishonesty: 

Penalties for academic dishonesty will depend on the seriousness of the offense and 

may include assignment of an ―F‖ or a numerical value of zero on the subject paper, lab 

report, etc., an ―F‖ or an ―FF‖ grade (the latter indicating academic dishonesty) in the course, 

suspension or expulsion from the University. A student who receives an ―FF‖ grade may not 

use the university‘s Grade Forgiveness Policy if the course is subsequently repeated. An 

―FF‖ grade assigned to indicate academic dishonesty is reflected only on internal records 

and prevents the student from repeating the course using the Grade Forgiveness Policy. If a 

student who has been accused of academic dishonesty drops the course, the student‘s 

registration in the course may be reinstated until the issue is resolved. (NOTE: A student 

who is suspected of cheating may not drop a course to avoid a penalty. If the student drops 

a course after having cheated the university may reinstate him or her until the case is

adjudicated and, if appropriate, the penalty determined. However, even if the student is not 

reinstated in the course, disciplinary action may be pursued if cheating is suspected and the 

―W‖ grade may be changed to an FF, F, or other grade depending on the ultimate resolution 

of the disciplinary process. This includes any instance of cheating that is not detected by the 

instructor until after the student has dropped the course. The ultimate penalty may be an FF 

or an F in the course, or other action.) Procedures for student notification and the option of 

appeal concerning the academic dishonesty remain with the instructor and/or department 

chair. (See Procedures for Alleged Academic Dishonesty or Disruption of Academic 

Process.) Notice that a student has been dismissed for reasons of academic dishonesty will 

be reflected on the student‘s transcript with the formal notation: Dismissed for Academic 

Dishonesty. 

For the first ―FF‖ recorded in a student‘s USF academic record, the student will receive a 

letter from the Dean of Undergraduate Studies informing him or her of being placed on 

―Academic Dishonesty Warning‖ for the remainder of enrollment at USF and of appeal rights 

for the ―FF‖ grade. Students with any ―FF‖ grade on record will not be eligible for honors at 

graduation. 

For the second ―FF‖ recorded, the student will be suspended for one full semester and 

readmitted only after writing a clear statement indicating remorse, understanding of the 

seriousness of the offense, and understanding of the importance of integrity in all areas, 

including academic work. A letter informing him or her of this action and appeal rights will be 

sent from the Dean of Undergraduate Studies. 

For the third ―FF‖ recorded, the student will be permanently dismissed from the university 

for violations of academic integrity and with notice of that dismissal as a part of the formal 

record and transcript. 

Note that the maximum penalty for receipt of any ―FF‖ grade may be permanent 

dismissal from the university for violations of academic integrity and with a notice of that 

dismissal as a part of the student‘s formal record and transcript. 

The following penalties are generally assigned in cases when the maximum penalty is 

not appropriate. 

a. For observation of or exchanging test information with other students during the course 

of a classroom test, the students who receive or give such information may receive an 

―F‖ with a numerical value of zero on the test, and the ―F‖ shall be used to determine the 

final course grade. It is the option of the instructor to fail the student in the course and 

assign and ―F‖ or ―FF‖ grade for the course. 

b. For the use of any prohibited device, such as a cheat sheet, recording, calculator if 

forbidden on exam, etc., during the course of a classroom test to assist the student or 

other students, the student using such prohibited device may receive an ―F‖ or ―FF‖ in the 

course. 

c. For the use of another student, a stand-in, to take an examination for the enrolled 

student, it is suggested that the enrolled student receive an ―F‖ or ―FF‖ in the course and 

be suspended from school for one year and that the stand-in, if a University student, be 

suspended from school for one year. 

d. For stealing, borrowing, or buying of research papers, creative works, speeches or tests 

and other exam materials, or other graded assignments, or the dissemination of such 

materials, or the manipulation of recorded grades in a grade book or other class records, 

the student, if enrolled in the course, may receive an ―F‖ or ―FF‖ in the course and may 

be expelled from the University. 

e. It is suggested that students who plagiarize or receive or give stolen computer programs 

receive an ―F‖ with a numerical value of zero on the assignment, program or programs, 

and the ―F‖ be used to determine the final course grade. It is the option of the instructor 

to fail the student in the course and assign an ―F‖ or ―FF‖ grade for the course. 

Disruption of Academic Process 

Disruption of academic process is defined as the act or words of a student in a 

classroom or teaching environment which in the reasonable estimation of a faculty member: 

(a) directs attention from the academic matters at hand, such as noisy distractions;

persistent, disrespectful or abusive interruptions of lecture, exam or academic discussions, 

or (b) presents a danger to the health, safety or well being of the faculty member or students. 

Punishment Guidelines for Disruption of Academic Process: 

Punishments for disruption of academic process will depend on the seriousness of the 

disruption and will range from a private verbal reprimand to dismissal from class with a final 

grade of ―W,‖ if the student is passing the course, shown on the student record. If the student 

is not passing, a grade of ―F‖ will be shown on the student record. Particularly serious 

instances of disruption or the academic process may result in suspension or permanent 

expulsion from the University. 

Hearings 

Emergency Hearings. An expedited emergency hearing may be held before an academic 

administrator appointed by the dean or by the appointed academic committee in cases that 

involve the safety, health or welfare of any student or staff member. 

Procedures for Handling Student Violations Involving Alleged Academic Dishonesty 

And Disruption Of Academic Process 

Appeals for Academic Disruption or Academic Dishonesty 

All appeals from the academic decisions rendered in cases of Academic Disruption or 

Academic Dishonesty will be handled through the Student Academic Grievance Procedures. 

USF is currently updating the Regulations with regard to Academic Disruption and Academic 

Dishonesty. The most current adopted Regulations in this regard will apply. 

Academic Hearings 

1. Emergency Hearings- An expedited emergency hearing may be held before an 

academic administrator appointed by the dean or by the appointed academic committee 

in cases that involve the safety, health or welfare of any student or staff member. 

2. Non-Emergency Hearings- Non-emergency hearings are held before the Academic 

Committee. 

General Principles for Non-Emergency Hearings 

1. Burden of Proof- The burden of proof shall be on the complainant. The standard of 

proof for decision shall be ―substantial evidence,‖ that is, whether it is reasonable to 

conclude from the evidence submitted that the student did commit the violations for 

which he/she has been charged and shall not be the strict criminal law standard of proof 

beyond a reasonable doubt. 

2. Record- the proceedings of all hearings shall be recorded. 

3. Inspection of Evidence- The student may inspect the evidence that will be presented 

against him/her. 

4. Present Evidence- The student may present evidence on his/her own behalf. 

5. Question Witnesses- The student may hear and question adverse witnesses. 

6. Self-Incrimination- The student shall not be forced to present testimony that would be 

self-incriminating. 

7. Advisor- The student may have an advisor of his/her choice present; however, the role 

of such a person is as an advisor to the student only. The advisor may speak to and 

consult with the student but may not serve as the student‘s advocate, question 

witnesses or otherwise participate in the proceedings. 

8. Decision Based on Evidence- The decision of the academic committee or appointed 

academic administrator shall be based solely on the evidence presented at the hearing. 

9. Decision in Writing- The decision of the academic committee or appointed academic 

administrator, including findings of fact and a determination of penalty or sanction if any, 

shall be presented to the student in writing within a reasonable period of time following 

the hearing. 

10. Enrollment Status- The student‘s enrollment status will remain unchanged pending final 

resolution, except in cases of emergency, as described above. If the student has filed a

formal appeal of the instructor‘s action at the time that final grades are assigned, the 

instructor must assign a grade of ―I‖ until the appeal process has concluded. Upon 

conclusion of the appeal process, the instructor should submit a Change of Grade form 

to the department chair for the assignment of the appropriate final grade. 

11. Closed Hearings- All hearings shall be closed unless specifically requested otherwise in 

writing by the charged student prior to the hearing. 

12. Failure to Appear- If a student against whom charges have been made fails to appear, 

the academic committee or academic administrator may precede in his/her absence. 

13. Hearing on Appeal- The charged student may appeal the decision of the academic 

committee or appointed academic administrator within thirty (30) working days of 

decision to the Dean of Undergraduate Studies or the Dean of the Graduate School, 

whichever is appropriate. The record of the initial hearing may be considered on appeal 

and the student is entitled to access the record when appealing. The decision of the 

Dean of Undergraduate Studies or the Dean of the Graduate School is final. 

STUDENT SERVICES 

FINANCIAL AID 

Applying for financial aid is a process that takes time to complete. Plan ahead and know 

what is expected of you to afford yourself the best chance for student aid. The Free 

Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available year round, but many programs 

have limited funds and/or priority dates or deadlines for applying. An ideal time to obtain 

information and application materials is in December or January for the next school year, 

which starts in August. 

Use the information that is available to you . . .Help yourself with the Web! 

• Office of Financial Aid‘s Web: https://usfweb.usf.edu/finaid 

o Financial Aid Assistance: Tampa (813) 974-4700 or 1-877-USF-BULL. 

• Nationwide scholarship search: https://www.fastweb.com/ 

• Complete and submit the FAFSA via the Web: www.fafsa.ed.gov 

• You and/or your parents should also apply for a Federal PIN (https://pin.ed.gov/). This 

allows you to sign your FAFSA electronically and to renew your application each year 

electronically. 

Always ensure that your e-mail address is current in OASIS. 

The Office of Financial Aid communicates financial aid information via your OASIS e-mail 

address as opposed to sending out paper notices. If you do not have an e-mail address all 

currently registered students are eligible for USF e-mail. Instructions on how to obtain your 

account can be found at https://una.acomp.usf.edu/. 

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES 

Student Health Services (SHS) provides primary health care and health education services 

to all eligible registered students. The SHS staff is comprised of general practice physicians 

and board certified specialists, registered nurses, advanced registered nurse practitioners, a 

board certified physician assistant, licensed practical nurses and assistants, licensed 

laboratory technologists, certified health educators, a registered dietitian, and administrative 

personnel. 

Location and contact info 

SHS is located east of the USF bookstore and north of the Student Services Building. Hours 

are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (hours may vary on holidays and semester 

breaks). SHS is closed on weekends. Call 974-2331 for current information or visit our web 

site at www.shs.usf.edu. 

Emergency Services 

SHS does not provide ambulance services. If students require emergency services or 

immediate medical attention after hours, here are two nearby facilities: 

• University Community Hospital (971-6000) on Fletcher Avenue 

• Doctor‘s Walk-in Clinic (977-2777) on Bruce B. Downs Boulevard

After Hours Telephone Consultation 

24-hour on-call physician may be contacted at the SHS telephone number, 974-2331. 

Eligibility and Fees 

SHS provides services to any registered student with a valid student ID card who has paid 

the Tampa campus health fee. USF Tampa Campus students are assessed this health fee 

and it is included in their tuition each semester. Students registered on campuses other than 

Tampa may volunteer to pay this health fee. Students taking a semester off may also elect to 

pay this health fee, entitling them to the same benefits as any student who is currently 

registered. 

THE COUNSELING CENTER 

SVC 2124, 974-2831, https://usfweb.usf.edu/counsel 

The mission of the Counseling Center is to enhance the intellectual, social and emotional 

functioning of students, faculty and staff in ways that further develop self-knowledge, 

improve the quality of personal experience, and increase the potential for community 

and civic engagement. Contact them for an updated list of the services they provide. 

THE ADVOCACY PROGRAM 

The Advocacy Programs provides compassionate services and support to USF students and 

employees who have experienced crime, violence, or abuse. Free services are provided to 

both male and female students and employees, whether the incident occurred on or off 

campus, recently or in the past. Our goal is to work with the client to achieve full recovery 

from the hurtful experience. The safety, well-being, and privacy of our clients are very 

important to us. The Program is staffed by professionally certified victim services 

practitioners. Advocates, at the client‘s request, may also assist secondary victims which 

may include family members, friends, and affected others. Appointments are available in our 

office or another safe location on campus. Walk-ins are welcome, Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. 

to 5:00 p.m. 

Location: SVC 1138, Office Number: 974-5756, 24-Hour Victim Helpline Number: 974- 

5757, https://www.usf.edu/advocacy 

The Advocacy Program services are tailored specifically to meet individual needs and 

may include: 

Crisis Intervention 

Emotional Support 

Court Accompaniment 

Information, Options, & Referrals 

24- hour Victim Helpline 

Prevention & Education 

Presentations 

Filing a Police Report, if necessary 

Safety Planning 

Filing an Injunction for Protection 

Filing Crime Victims Compensation 

Advocate on Client‘s Behalf in 

Regards to University 

Policies and Procedures 

THE CAREER CENTER 

The Career Center is a comprehensive career planning and job search service, with 

professional career counselors and job search coaches who can help you choose a career, 

gain career-related work experience, prepare for a successful job search and connect you 

with employers. SVC 2088, 813-974-2171, www.career.usf.edu 

Part-time Jobs, on and off-campus 

Cooperative Education 

Internships 

Full-time Professional 

Employment 

Individual Career Counseling 

Job Search Coaching 

Walk-in Advising 

Career Development & Job 

Search On-line seminars 

On-campus Interviews 

Resume Referral 

Career Networking Fairs 

Web-based Job Listings 

Career/Job Search Reference 

Library 

Career/Job Search Computer Lab 

Virtual Video Interview

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AND SCHOLAR SERVICES (ISSS) 

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is the primary administrative and 

immigration advising office for all international students, scholars and staff at the University 

of South Florida. ISSS is located in CPR 469. (813) 974-5102, https://global.usf.edu/isss . 

ISSS seeks to support and enhance the academic, cultural, and social experience of all 

internationals at the university by offering excellence in service. 

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS 

International Affairs provides leadership, advocacy, and support for international activities 

and services at USF. International Affairs is comprised of the Office of the Dean of 

International Affairs, International Admissions, International Student and Scholar Services, 

the Study Abroad Office, and the Institute for the Study of Latin America and the 

Caribbean. International Affairs is located in CPR 475, (813) 974-4090, 

https://global.usf.edu. 

STUDY ABROAD OFFICE 

The Study Abroad Office administers the development and implementation of educational 

programs abroad, through identifying and promoting study abroad opportunities, identifying 

and promoting scholarship funds for study abroad, publications, public events, and other 

forms of communication with students, faculty and academic advisers. The Study Abroad 

Office is located in CPR 468. (813) 974-4314, https://global.usf.edu/studyabroad. 

VETERANS SERVICES 

Veterans Services provides specialized services and programs to veterans, eligible 

dependents, active duty personnel, and members of the Selected Reserve. Veterans 

Services is the point where students submit all paperwork concerning VA Educational 

Benefits. Programs to help students financially include VA Work-Study Program, VA 

Deferment of Fees, Advance Payment Program and VA Tutorial Assistance. SVC 2127, 974- 

2291, https://usfweb.usf.edu/vetserve/ or email [email protected]. 

ADULT AND TRANSFER STUDENT SERVICES 

The Office of Adult and Transfer Student Services (ATSS) is a department created to meet 

the needs of adult students entering or returning to the university and students transferring 

from a community college or other academic institution. SVC 1001, 974-6444, 

https://www.atss.usf.edu. 

STUDENT PUBLICATIONS 

The Oracle is a five-column tabloid campus newspaper and is published Monday through 

Friday during fall and spring semesters and twice weekly (Monday and Thursday) during 

summer terms. 813-974-6242, SVC 0002, https://www.usforacle.com 

THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA BOOKSTORE 

The University of South Florida Bookstore is conveniently located on the Tampa Campus, 

adjacent to the Marshall Center and the Student Services Building on Martin Luther King 

Plaza. The store offers a wide variety of merchandise for the USF community. 974-2631, 

https://sftampa.bkstore.com. 

THE UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT 

Campus Security Act 

In 1990, President Bush signed into law the ―Student Right to Know and Campus Security 

Act‖. This act requires all postsecondary institutions to prepare, publish and distribute 

certain information regarding campus crimes and policies relating to security. 

On the Tampa Campus the University Police Department is located at the corner of Fletcher

Avenue and Maple Drive. The University of South Florida Police provide a full range of public 

safety services to the community 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the Tampa, 

Sarasota and St. Petersburg Campuses. 

The University Police Department routinely publishes a Daily Police Activity Report that is 

available through USF News or upon request. A Campus Safety Guide can be obtained by 

calling 974-2628 or on our website at https://upolice.up.usf.edu. 

Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act 

The Federal Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act requires institutions of higher education to 

issue a statement advising the campus community where they may obtain information 

provided by the state concerning registered sexual predators and offenders. It also requires 

sexual predators and offenders to provide notice, as required under State law, of each 

institution of higher education in that State at which the person is employed, carries on a 

vocation, or is a student at that institution. USF Police will notify the University Community 

when a registered sexual predator or offender has registered as being on campus per State 

law. Sexual predator or offender information can be obtained by visiting the USF Police 

Department‘s website: https://upolice.up.usf.edu/ or by visiting the Florida Department of Law 

Enforcement website at: https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/. 

Citizen Complaints 

It is important that our community members receive fair and impartial treatment from the 

employees of the University Police Department. At any time a community member has a 

concern about the actions of an employee of the University Police, they can speak to a 

supervisor to discuss that concern. If a community member wishes to file a complaint against 

an employee of the University Police, they can obtain a complaint form at the police 

department or call 974-2628. 

Weapons 

Florida State Statute 790.06(12) forbids any person from carrying a firearm on a university 

campus. Firearms are not allowed in USF Housing facilities. To assist persons who may 

desire to have access to firearms for recreational purposes, the University Police Department 

provides weapon(s) storage. 

RAD 

The University Police Department provided several different crime prevention programs to 

the University Community members to include RAD. What is R.A.D.? The Rape Aggression 

Defense System is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques. It is a 

comprehensive course for women that begin with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and 

avoidance while progressing to the basics of hands-on defense training. R.A.D. is not a 

martial arts program. Members of the University Police Department are currently teaching 

the RAD System of Physical Defense on the Tampa Campus. A 14-hour basic self-defense 

course or a 2-hour credited semester course through the Physical Education Department is 

offered by the University Police. For information and class registration, contact Charlotte 

Domingo 974-2859 or Judy Fowler at 974-2156. 

HOUSING & RESIDENTIAL EDUCATION 

The Mission of the Department of Residence Services is to promote a safe, inclusive and 

healthy living-learning environment for on-campus students through co-curricular education, 

community enhancement, student development initiatives and strong customer service. 

Residents are supported by full-time and student staff who are trained and empowered to 

make your college experience everything you expect. 

USF residence halls are designed for both undergraduate and graduate degree-seeking 

students. Both single and double occupancy rooms are available. Students may choose from 

traditional, suite-style or apartment floor plans, female or co-ed halls, and general or specialinterest. 

All residence halls rooms and apartments are carpeted and air-conditioned, and all 

exterior doors are locked 24 hours a day. 

Resident students are issued a key at check-in so they may have access to their living unit. 

Students are encouraged to safeguard keys in order to enhance their personal safety and 

the safety of others. An effective residence hall security system program depends upon 

resident cooperation, staff supervision, and University Police assistance. The best security 

system is one in which every member of the community takes personal responsibility for selfprotection 

and the protection of their property. 

University Police officers regularly patrol the residence halls and are readily available to

assist on a 24-hour basis. The University Police Department also has a satellite office in the 

residential area with two officers assigned to the residential facilities to specifically deal with 

the needs of Residential Students. A Resident Assistant or Night Clerk is on duty in each 

residence hall complex every night for security purposes. These security measures and 

personnel are representative of our concern for the protection of your person and property. 

Maintenance personnel make security inspections and corrections as needed. Students are 

encouraged to call the Housing Office or the police department to promptly report security 

deficiencies. 

Some of the services provided to residents include 24-hour access to residence life staff 

members, employment opportunities, fitness center, computer labs, swimming pools, mail 

service, voicemail, Ethernet, and cable television with a movie channel. For more 

information, visit https://www.reserv.usf.edu, or contact us at 974-0001. 

PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES 

Parking permits are required for all vehicles parking at the University of South Florida 24 

hours a day, 7 days a week. Each person may purchase only one vehicle permit (additional 

permit for motorcycle and/or bicycle are allowed). Permit campus designation is based on 

home campus/class location. Parking permit fees vary based on parking lot location. If you 

do not have a permit, you must park at a metered parking space or a timed space. 

You may stop in at either the Campus Information Center, located on Leroy Collins Blvd 

north of Fowler Ave, or the Parking Services Building, located on West Holly Drive (between 

Office Stores and Central Receiving) for detailed information, maps, permits, and directions. 

PSB 101, 813-974-3990, https://isis2.admin.usf.edu/parking_services. 

STUDENT INVOLVEMENT 

MARSHALL CENTER & THE CENTER FOR STUDENT INVOLVEMENT 

The Phyllis P. Marshall Center (MC), more so than any other campus facility, serves as a 

focal point of daily activity for students, faculty, alumni, guests, and visitors. Located at the 

apex of Cedar Drive, it is the community center of the University, providing a multitude of 

services and programs. The Marshall Center seeks to add another dimension to your 

educational experience by providing an environment for informal association outside the 

classroom. The new 2008 Marshall Center was still under construction as this planner was 

being created. Please refer to the Marshall Center Info Desk for updated information. 

The Marshall Center houses a myriad of programs and services. Here you‘ll find 

organizational offices, meeting rooms, games area, study lounges, a travel service and much 

more! The Information Desk can direct you to any facet of the Marshall Center. (813) 974- 

3180, https://www.ctr.usf.edu. 

The Center for Student Involvement can help you get involved with student organizations, or 

assist you in creating a new one! To search for a student organization, go to 

involvement.usf.edu 

CAMPUS RECREATION 

Campus Recreation‘s mission is to enrich the educational experience and promote 

student/staff wellness by providing high quality, satisfying recreational experiences. The 

unit‘s programs and facilities provide opportunities for direct participation in a wide variety of 

sports and recreation activities. 813-974-3177, https://usfweb.usf.edu/CampRec/rec.html 

Outdoor Recreation 

o Adventure Trips 

o Outdoor Rental Center 

o Riverfront Park 

o Ropes Course (High and Low) 

Intramural Sports 

o Structured leagues and tournaments 

o 30 Different Activities 

Recreation Center 

o Fitness, weights, pool, courts , etc.

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS 

The University of South Florida athletics program to enjoy annual success across the board 

in its 18 intercollegiate sports that compete within the Big East. 813-974-2125, 

https://www.gousfbulls.com 

DEAN FOR STUDENTS OFFICE 

MARSHALL CENTER 

(813) 974-6677 

The office of the Assistant Vice President/Dean for Students provides leadership for the 

following offices which support our students‘ personal development and extends their 

learning beyond the classroom: Center for Student Involvement, Center for Civic 

Engagement and Volunteerism, Student Programs, Student Organizations, University 

Lecture Series, Greek Life, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and Student Government 

(including Student Government Administrative Services). The Dean collaborates with 

various university wide committees to support the academic mission of the university and 

advocates on behalf of students by articulating their concerns and clarifying their rights, 

privileges and responsibilities as members of the university community. 

The Dean‘s office serves as a referral source for students and their families, faculty, staff and 

members of the community. In addition, the Dean responds to campus emergencies that 

impact the student experience at the University of South Florida. The Assistant Vice 

President/Dean for Students is available by appointment to discuss any issue relevant to 

your USF experience. 

STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The University of South Florida is a learning community designed to foster collaboration, 

open communication, mutual respect and inclusiveness among students, faculty and staff as 

they engage in the education process. As members of this community, all students are 

entitled to certain rights and privileges, which are protected. In order to protect the rights and 

privileges of all students, there are guidelines for conduct that are intended to facilitate the 

desired environment and educational goals of the University and its students. It is important 

that each student become familiar with the rights and responsibilities afforded students at the 

university. 

Student Rights 

1. The right of respect for personal feelings, freedom from indignity, and to expect 

an education of the highest quality. 

2. The right to participate in self-governing student bodies which provide channels 

of communication and means for using democratic processes to solve 

problems. 

3. The constitutional rights of freedom of expression and assembly. 

4. The right of freedom to hear and participate in dialogue and to examine diverse 

ideas. 

5. The right to a learning environment free from harassment, discrimination, and 

violence. 

6. The right to due process in disciplinary procedures in accordance with the rules 

and procedures prescribed in the Student Code of Conduct.

Student Responsibilities 

1. The responsibility of assuming the consequences of one‘s actions. 

2. The responsibility for knowledge and observance of established University 

policies presented in official University publications. 

3. The responsibility that free discussion represent the scholarly nature of the 

learning community. 

4. The responsibility to insure that neither student organization, constitution nor 

other organizational document include discriminatory clauses. 

5. The responsibility to respect the rights and privacy of others. 

Any member of the University community may file charges against a student for an alleged 

violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Such charges should be filed in writing with the 

Office of Student Judicial Services. Student Judicial Services also reserves the right to 

initiate or follow-up any investigative leads where there is reasonable belief of possible 

violations of the Student Code of Conduct. 

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT 

The Student Code of Conduct is subject to change due to the fact that it is periodically 

reviewed. If the Code is changed, you will be contacted via USF email to notify you of this 

change. The most recent version of the Student Code of Conduct can always be found on 

the Student Rights and Responsibilities‘ website at www.sa.usf.edu/srr. 

Students are responsible for compliance with all public laws as well as university rules and 

regulations. Students accused of a crime may be prosecuted under the appropriate 

jurisdiction and also disciplined under the Student Code of Conduct. The University may 

pursue disciplinary action even if criminal justice authorities choose not to prosecute, and it 

may also act independently of the criminal judicial process. 

Any member of the University community may file charges against a student for an alleged 

violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Such charges should be filed in writing with the 

Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. The Office of Student Rights and 

Responsibilities also reserves the right to initiate or follow-up any investigative leads where 

there is reasonable belief of possible violations of the Student Code of Conduct. 

I. Authority and Jurisdiction of the University 

University jurisdiction and discipline extends to conduct which occurs on University 

premises or which adversely affects the University community and/or the pursuit of its 

mission. Specifically, University officials may initiate disciplinary charges for conduct off 

campus when the behavior relates to the good name of the University, the integrity of 

the educational process, or the safety and welfare of the University community, either 

in its public personality or in respect to individuals within it; or violates state or federal 

law. A student, registered organization or a person who has submitted an application 

for admission, housing, or any other service provided by the University which requires 

student status will be subject to the Student Code of Conduct for any action found in 

violation of the Code which occurs on University property, at University-sponsored 

events, or off campus under the conditions described previously. 

University disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a student charged with 

conduct that potentially violates both the criminal law and the Student Code of Conduct 

without regard to the pending civil or criminal litigation in court or criminal arrest and 

prosecution. Proceedings under the Student Code of Conduct may be carried out prior 

to, simultaneously with or following civil or criminal proceedings off campus at the 

discretion of the Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Determinations made 

or sanction imposed as result of the Student Code of Conduct process shall not be 

subject to change because criminal charges arising out of the same facts giving rise to 

violation of University policies were dismissed, reduced, or resolved in favor of or 

against the criminal law defendant. 

II. Definitions

A. The term ―University‖ means the University of South Florida. 

B. The term ―University official‖ means any representative of a University direct 

service organization, University board, committee, office or member of the 

University faculty, administration, staff, or student staff. 

C. The term ―member of the University community‖ includes any person who is a 

student, faculty member, University official or any other person involved with or 

employed by the University. 

D. The term ―University premises‖ includes all land, buildings, facilities, and other 

property in the possession of or owned, used, or controlled by the University 

(including adjacent streets and sidewalks). 

E. The term ―student‖ for the purposes of the Student Code of Conduct includes all 

persons taking courses at the University, either full-time or part-time, pursuing 

undergraduate, graduate, non-degree seeking, or professional studies. Persons 

who withdraw after allegedly violating the Student Code of Conduct, who are not 

officially enrolled for a particular term but who have a continuing relationship with 

the University or who have been notified of their acceptance for admission are 

considered ―students‖ as are any persons who are living in the University 

residence halls or any other service provided by the University which requires 

student status. 

F. The term ―student organization‖ means any group of students recognized by the 

University as a registered organization, including fraternities and sororities. 

G. The term ―Student Conduct Officer‖ means a University official authorized to 

adjudicated student disciplinary cases and to impose sanctions upon any 

student(s) or student organization found to have violated the Student Code of 

Conduct. 

H. The Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities or his/her designee is the 

person(s) designated by the University President to be responsible for the 

administration of the Student Code of Conduct. 

I. The term ―complainant‖ means any person who submits a referral alleging that a 

student or organization violated the Student Code of Conduct. 

J. The term ―charged student‖ means any student accused of violating the Student 

Code of Conduct. 

K. The term ―offense‖ means the alleged action that represents a violation of the 

Student Code of Conduct. 

L. The term ―policy‖ means the written regulations of the University as found in, but 

not limited to, the Student Code of Conduct, the Residence Halls, the library, 

regulations governing the use of technology and information systems, and those 

regarding the Student Identification Card. Other policies include those related to 

building and classroom use, to dining services, to Campus Recreation, and to 

any rule of the Board of Trustees. 

M. The term ―referral‖ means the written documentation provided to Office of 

Student Rights and Responsibilities alleging that a violation of the Student Code 

of Conduct has occurred. 

N. The term ―days‖ is defined as the normal business day and will not include 

Saturdays, Sundays, or legal holidays/University administrative holidays that the 

campus is closed for business. 

O. The term ―will‖ is used in the imperative sense. 

P. The term ―may‖ is used in the permissive sense. 

Q. Notice: Whenever notice is required to be given to a student, it will be 

conclusively presumed that the student has been given such notice if it has been 

sent to the student by mail to the address appearing on either the student‘s 

current local address or permanent address on record with the University. 

R. Administrative Hold: A hold may be placed on a student‘s record at any point in 

the conduct process to assure compliance with sanctions or pending the

esolution of conduct matters. When terms and conditions of sanctions have 

been satisfied and/or pending conduct matters have been resolved, the hold may 

be removed. 

III. Offenses – The commission, aiding, abetting, attempting, or inciting of any of the 

following actions constitutes an offense for which a student or a student organization 

may be subject to the student conduct process. 

(1) Theft – The unauthorized taking, misappropriation or possession of any 

real, personal, or intellectual property or services (―services‖ includes but is 

not limited to unauthorized copying of software and acts considered to be in 

violation of copyright laws) provided, owned, or maintained by the 

University or by any person. 

(2) Misuse of Property and Materials: 

a. Misuse of Property – Destruction, damage, misuse, or 

defacing of, or unauthorized entry into or otherwise 

accessing university buildings or property, private 

property and personal property, on the campus of the 

University. 

b. Misuse of Materials – Unauthorized accessing, 

removing, duplicating, photographing, and/or forging, 

counterfeiting, altering or misusing of any university 

material, file document or record, computer records, 

software, data files and similar entities owned or 

maintained by any member of the faculty, administration, 

staff, or student body. 

(3) Weapons, Firearms, or Explosive Devices – The unauthorized 

possession, use or sale of any weapon, firearm, or any incendiary, 

explosive or destructive device, including fireworks. 

(4) Harassment – Conduct which creates an unsafe, intimidating or hazardous 

situation that interferes with the ability of a University student or employee 

to study, work, or carry out University functions. 

(5) Stalking – To follow another person or repeatedly interact with a person so 

as to harass that person. 

(6) Hazing – Hazing means any action or situation that recklessly or 

intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student 

for the purpose of initiation, admission into, or affiliation with, an 

organization. 

(7) Disorderly Conduct – Breach of peace, such as causing a disturbance or 

being unruly. 

(8) Disruptive Conduct – Actions that impair, interfere with or obstruct the 

orderly conduct, processes and functions of the University. Disruptive 

conduct shall include, but not be limited to, the following: 

a. Interference with freedom of movement or with the right to 

address an audience of any member or guest of the 

university; or 

b. Impeding or interference with the rights of others to enter, 

use or leave any university facility, service or scheduled 

activity, or carry out their normal functions or duties; 

c. Interference with academic freedom and freedom of 

speech of any member or guest at the University. 

d. Actions that disrupt, endanger, or disturb the normal 

functions of the University or the safety of a person or 

persons.

(9) False Alarm – Intentional misuse or disabling of any fire alarm or fire 

fighting or safety equipment or falsely issuing a bomb threat or other 

warning of impending disaster. 

(10) Threats of Violence – An intentional threat by word or act to do violence to 

a person or persons. 

(11) Injurious Behavior – When one person actually and intentionally touches 

or strikes a person or persons against his/her will, or intentionally causes 

bodily harm. Reckless injurious behavior is conduct that may be 

unintentional but is with conscious disregard for its consequences to people 

or property and results in actual or potential damage, injury, or harm to a 

person or persons. 

(12) Sexual Battery/Rape – Sexual battery is the Oral, anal or vaginal 

penetration by or union with a sexual organ of another or anal/vaginal 

penetration by another object. The act is performed against the victim's will 

or without her/his consent. An individual who is mentally incapacitated, 

asleep or physically helpless or unconscious due to alcohol or other drug 

consumption is considered unable to give consent. The same definition 

applies regardless of whether the assailant is a stranger or an 

acquaintance or a group of individuals. The type of force employed may 

involve physical violence, coercion or threat of harm to the victim. Date or 

acquaintance rape is the sexual battery of an individual by someone the 

victim knows. Group or gang rape is the sexual battery of an individual by 

multiple perpetrators. 

(13) Sexual Misconduct – including sexual harassment and public indecency 

and voyeurism. 

(14) Use or Possession of Illegal Drugs – Possession, use, sale or attempt to 

obtain any illegal drug. The term "drugs" includes any narcotic drug, central 

nervous system stimulant, hallucinogenic drug, barbiturate, or any other 

substance treated as such and defined by the law. Further, the 

unauthorized possession or use of a regulated or controlled substance, 

including prescription drugs, is a violation. 

(15) Gambling – Conducting or organizing any form of gambling. 

(16) Violation of USF Alcohol Policy – The University of South Florida 

Alcoholic Beverages Policy establishes guidelines for the sale, service, and 

consumption of alcoholic beverages on the campus in compliance with 

applicable Federal and State laws, municipal ordinances, and its concern 

for the health and safety of the campus community. It establishes time, 

place, and manner for the use of alcohol, and students should be familiar 

with it. Violations of that policy will be treated as Code of Conduct 

violations. 

Specific Code of Conduct standards related to Florida State law include the 

sale of, or intent to sell alcohol without a proper license; providing alcohol 

to any person who is not of legal age to possess or consume alcohol; and 

possession or consumption of alcohol by persons not of legal age. Further, 

the operation of a motor vehicle by a person under the age of 21 while 

having a blood alcohol level of .02 or higher is a violation of the Code of 

Conduct. Also, operating a motor vehicle, by an individual of any age, 

under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a violation of the Code of 

Conduct. 

Local ordinances that relate to alcohol consumption and violations of which 

are Code of Conduct violations include the prohibition of alcohol 

consumption on streets or conducting a house party in which minors may 

possess or consume alcohol. 

Students are encouraged to read the USF Alcohol Policy, so they can be 

familiar with the expectations of the University on this regard.

(17) False Information – Knowingly making a material false oral or written 

statement to any University official, which means any representative of a 

University direct service organization, university board, committee, office or 

member of the University faculty, administration, staff, student staff, or 

student body. 

(18) Bribery – Offering or accepting a bribe or inducement which would impinge 

upon or compromise the integrity of academic work product, student 

performance, or the unbiased and professional duty of faculty and staff of 

the University. 

(19) Failure to Respond to Instructions – Failure to comply with authorized 

official requests (oral or in writing) from or agreements with University 

officials, as previously defined [(17), above], acting in accordance with their 

assigned duties. 

(20) Violation of policies published by the University and intended to 

maintain order, protect the University community and safeguard 

property. Such policies include, but are not limited to: policies of the 

residence halls, of the Library, those governing the use of technology and 

information systems, and those regarding the Student Identification Card. 

Other policies that fall under the Code of Conduct are related to building 

and classroom use, to dining services, to Recreational Sports, and to any 

rule of the Board of Trustees, or any local, state, or federal law or 

ordinance. 

(21) Violation of Probation – Failure to abide by the conditions of probation. 

IV. Student Conduct Process and Proceedings: This section is divided into five 

subsections as follows: (a) Receipt of Referral, (b) Initial Review, (c) Formal Hearing, 

(d) Provisional Suspension Process, (e) Appeal Rights. 

(a) Receipt of Referral: 

1. A referral should be made to the Office of Student Rights and 

Responsibilities (813-974-9443, RAR 234) within a reasonable time 

following the discovery of the violation and in no event later than six months 

after the discovery, except in extraordinary cases. A referral may be 

initiated by a student, faculty member, University Police personnel, staff 

member, office personnel or interested party to the University. 

2. The Director of the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or his/her 

designee acts as the Student Conduct Officer. The Dean for Students may 

appoint faculty/staff members to serve as alternate conduct officers in 

appropriate cases and maintain a list of individuals for this purpose. 

3. Request for Additional/Prior Incident Reports: The Student Conduct 

Officer may request information concerning prior misconduct of the student 

from the University Police and other appropriate persons or offices. 

(b) Initial Review: The Student Conduct Officer as designated above will begin an 

Initial Review of the complaint and will normally request, within six class days of 

the Receipt of Referral, a meeting with the subject student(s) to determine 

whether relevant evidence exists and if there is a reasonable basis for believing 

the University‘s Student Code of Conduct was violated. 

If the subject student(s) do not respond or appear for a meeting, an In Absentia 

review will be conducted by the Conduct Officer and a determination and 

appropriate sanction levied. Notice will be provided to the absent student(s) and 

all appeal rights will be explained. 

If the subject student(s) appears, an Initial Review will be made by the Conduct 

Officer. The Conduct Officer will conclude the review within six weeks of Receipt 

of the Referral, unless an extension is necessary as determined and documented 

by the Conduct Officer.

At the conclusion of the Initial Review, the Conduct Officer will issue a 

Determination Letter which will indicate either that the Referral has been 

dismissed or that the Referral has been accepted and a disposition of the matter 

required. All Referrals will be documented and the result of the Initial Review 

kept for reference. The Determination Letter will include the determination, the 

details of the referral and the violations alleged, and explain the alternative 

dispositions that may be available, which will be one or more of the following: 

1. Acceptance of Responsibility: The charged student will have the option 

to admit responsibility and agree to the imposition of sanctions. 

2. Formal Hearing: There are two choices of forum for the Formal Hearing: 

(a) a hearing before an administration officer or (b) a hearing before a 

University Conduct Board. This choice must be made and submitted in 

writing within 10 class days of the date of the Determination letter. 

(c) Formal Hearing: If the charged student elects to have a Formal Hearing, he/she 

must do so, designating the choice of forum as either a hearing before an 

Administrative Officer or University Conduct Review Board, by notifying the 

Conduct Officer in writing within 10 class days from the date of the Determination 

Letter. Upon notice to the Conduct Officer of the election of the Formal Hearing, 

the charged student shall be provided information about the charges or pertinent 

information that has been provided to the Conduct Officer that may be needed to 

prepare for the hearing. Such information shall be provided no less than three 

days before the hearing, except in cases of an emergency hearing. The Formal 

Hearing will take place no more than six weeks from the date of the 

Determination Letter except in special circumstances which will be identified by 

the Student Conduct Officer. The procedure will then depend upon the choice of 

Full Hearing forum chosen by the charged student as follows: 

1. Hearings before an Administrative Officer – If the student chooses a 

hearing before an Administrative Officer, such hearing will be conducted by 

an individual appointed by the Director of the Office of Student Rights and 

Responsibilities. The charged student shall be notified of the person 

appointed to hear his/her case and shall have the opportunity to challenge 

the impartiality of that individual within three working days of notification. An 

Administrative Officer so challenged will be excused; however, 

indiscriminate challenges are not permitted. 

2. University Conduct Board – A student who chooses a hearing before a 

University Conduct Board will be heard by a panel composed of three 

faculty/staff members, one of whom shall be appointed chairperson, and 

three students. The panel members will be selected from a bank of 

faculty/staff and students. The charged student shall be notified of the 

persons selected to hear his/her case and shall have the right to challenge 

the impartiality of any panel member within three working days of 

notification. A panel member challenged for impartiality may be excused; 

however, indiscriminate impartiality challenges shall entitle the panel to 

proceed without regard to the challenge. Any board member not present for 

the presentation of testimony at the hearing may not further participate. A 

quorum for the hearing shall consist of a simple majority of the panel. 

However, the charged student has the right to choose to proceed or to 

request that the hearing be rescheduled if the conduct board present does 

not consist of 50% faculty/staff and 50% students. After the hearing, the 

board will reach its decision in executive session. A simple majority of the 

quorum is required for decision. 

(d) Provisional Suspension Process 

In certain circumstances, at any time, the University may immediately impose a 

provisional suspension as follows: 

1. The President of the University or the Director of Student Rights and 

Responsibilities or his/her designee, will have the authority to immediately

suspend a student from the University or from participating in official 

University functions, programs, intercollegiate competitions, and other 

student activities. 

2. A provisional suspension may be imposed: to ensure the safety and wellbeing 

of members of the University community or preservation of University 

property; to ensure the student‘s own physical or emotional safety and well 

being; or the student‘s continued presence or use of privilege at the 

University is likely to pose an ongoing threat of disruption of, or interference 

with, the normal operation of the University. 

3. The provisional suspension may be imposed upon notice to the President 

or the Director of SR&R of the alleged conduct. 

4. Students issued a Provisional Suspension from the University will be 

provided an Emergency Hearing within five days with the appropriate 

Student Conduct Officer. The Student Conduct Officer may impose any 

sanction appropriate or may continue the Provisional Suspension and delay 

a final determination pending the outcome of a criminal case, civil case or 

other fact gathering body is concluded. 

5. The student may appeal the outcome of the Emergency Hearing to the 

Dean for Students. The decision of the Dean for Students will be rendered 

within ten class days of receipt of the written appeal, except in 

extraordinary cases as determined by the Dean for Students, and is the 

final decision of the University. 

(e) Appeal Rights – Hearing on Appeal – The charged student may appeal in 

writing the decision of the University Conduct Board or Administrative Officer 

within five class days of the date of the letter describing the decision. The 

appeal is written to the Dean for Students. The Dean for Students may impose 

the sanction recommended at the hearing or any other sanction. The record of 

the initial hearing may be considered on appeal as well as any new 

information that comes to the attention of the Dean for Students. The Dean for 

Students is authorized to contact any participants in the initial hearing for 

clarification and the student is entitled access to the record when appealing. 

The decision of the Dean for Students will be rendered within ten class days of 

receipt of the appeal except in extraordinary cases as determined by the Dean 

for Students and is the final decision of the University of South Florida. 

V. General Principles Applicable to Initial Review, Hearings, and Appeals (unless 

otherwise specified) 

(a) All proceedings will be closed to spectators. No irrelevant information should 

be discussed or considered in the proceeding. 

(b) Rights of Charged Student 

1. Provision of Proof – The provision of proof shall be the duty of the 

complainant. The level of proof for a decision shall be "substantial 

evidence," that is, whether it is reasonable to conclude from the 

evidence submitted that the student did commit the violation(s) for which 

he or she has been charged, and shall not be the strict criminal law 

standard of proof beyond a reasonable doubt. 

2. Record – All proceedings shall be recorded in writing. All proceedings 

may be tape recorded at the discretion of the presiding official or at the 

request of the student. A student and his/her advisor may not record 

any proceeding but may request a copy of the tape recording if 

available. 

3. Review of Evidence – The student may review the evidence that will be 

presented against him/her. 

4. Present Evidence – The student may present evidence on his/her own 

behalf. 

5. Question Witnesses (Applicable to Formal Hearings) – The student 

may hear adverse witnesses, except in the certain cases of violent

misconduct. In all instances, the student may submit questions to the 

hearing officer for use in questioning adverse witnesses. 

6. Response to Evidence – The student shall not be forced to present 

testimony or respond to particular questions. 

7. Advisor – The student may have an advisor of his/her choice present, 

however, University employees who have a potential conflict of interest 

are not to serve. The advisor may speak with the charged student but 

may not speak for the charged student, act as attorney, nor otherwise 

participate. 

8. Decision Based on Evidence – The decision shall be based solely on 

the evidence presented, including any file referencing prior misconduct 

or meetings with the charged student in the custody of the Office of 

Student Rights and Responsibilities. 

9. Decision in Writing – Hearing decisions of the University Conduct 

Board or Administrative Officer, including findings of fact and a 

determination of sanction, if any, shall be presented to the student in 

writing within ten class days following the hearing. 

10. Enrollment Status – The student‘s enrollment status will remain 

unchanged pending final decision, except in cases of Provisional 

Suspension, as considered above. 

11. Failure to Appear – If a student against whom charges have been 

made fails to appear for any proceeding, the matter may be resolved in 

his/her absence. 

(c) Rights of the Complainant/Victim 

1. The complainant shall have the right to submit a list of questions related 

to the alleged incident for consideration prior to the hearing, that she/he 

feels the accused should be asked during the hearing process. 

2. In cases of alleged violent or injurious behavior the following additional 

rights pertain: 

(a) The complainant shall be entitled to the assistance and advice of a 

person designated by the University with substantial knowledge of 

the USF student conduct process. 

(b) The complainant shall have the right to submit an impact 

statement to the Student Conduct Officer for use during the 

sanctioning portion of the conduct process. 

(c) The complainant shall have the right to be present during all factgathering 

aspects of the hearing, notwithstanding the fact that the 

complainant is to be called as a witness. In extraordinary cases, 

alternate arrangements may be made for the complainant to 

participate in the hearing without being present in the same room. 

(d) The complainant may have an advisor of his/her choice present; 

however, University employees who have a potential conflict of 

interest are not to serve. The advisor may speak with the 

complainant, but may not speak for the complainant, act as 

attorney nor otherwise participate. 

(e) The Student Conduct Officer will inform the complainant, 

whenever appropriate, of the outcome of the conduct proceeding.

VI. Sanctions – Any of the following sanctions may be imposed on a student or a student 

organization: 

(a) Expulsion – Permanent termination of a student's privilege to attend the 

University. This may include a restrictive order that would exclude the person 

from campus. In cases where the student resides on campus, the student will be 

given reasonable time to vacate the residence halls, (i.e., 24 to 48 hours). 

(b) Suspension – Termination of a student's privilege to attend the University for an 

indefinite or a specified period of time. This may include a restrictive order that 

would exclude the person from campus. In cases where the student resides on 

campus, the student will be given reasonable time to vacate the residence halls 

(i.e., 24 to 48 hours). 

(c) Probation – An official warning that the student's enrollment depends upon the 

maintenance of satisfactory citizenship during the period of probation. When 

probation is imposed as a sanction, the student should be advised of the 

consequences of violation of probation. Any student placed on conduct 

probation may be restricted from participating in certain University-sanctioned 

positions of leadership during period of probation. 

(d) Restrictions – Conditions imposed on a student that would specifically dictate 

and limit future presence on campus and participation in University-related 

activities. The restrictions involved will be clearly identified and may include but 

are not limited to a requirement to remain on campus or in rooms during 

specified periods of time or a University restraining order forbidding the offender 

from all contact with the victim. Restrictions may also apply to denial of the 

privilege to operate a motor vehicle on campus, participation in certain 

activities/events/organizations, access and use of University services, and 

presence in certain buildings or locations on campus. 

(e) Restitution – A payment for injury to an innocent party in cases involving theft, 

destruction of property, or deception. 

(h) Financial Aid Impacts – A restriction on or revocation of financial aid where 

appropriate pursuant to law or NCAA policy. 

(i) Other Appropriate Sanctions – such as mandated community service, 

educational programs (and payment of associated fees), and written 

assignments. 

(j) Alcohol and Substance Use Sanction Guidelines 

1. First Level Alcohol and Substance Use Accountability 

Probation – one year 

Parental Notification (may be implemented depending on the 

severity or nature of the first accountability) 

Educational Program Referral 

Educational Program Fee ($50 or $75 depending on program) 

2A. Second Level Alcohol Accountability 

Deferred Suspension 

Deferred Cancellation of USF Housing Contract 

Restriction from residence halls 

Parental Notification 


Educational Program Fee ($75) 

2B. Second Level Substance Use Accountability 

Deferred Suspension 

Cancellation of USF Housing Contract 

Restriction from residence halls 



Educational Program Fee ($75)

3. Third Level Accountability 

Indefinite Suspension 

Restriction from all USF campuses 


VII. Parental Notification Policy 

The University of South Florida is committed to the success of its students both 

inside and outside of the classroom. Therefore, it is our goal to maximize students' 

learning and development, and promote their health, safety and welfare. In this 

regard, USF has implemented a Parental Notification policy in compliance with the 

request of the Florida Board of Education. The Parental Notification policy permits 

the University the right to inform parents or guardians when their dependent 

student, under the age of 21, has been found in violation of the University's alcohol 

and substance abuse policy. 

In non-emergency situations, parents of dependent students, under the age of 21, 

will be notified in writing. However, in emergency situations, parents may be notified 

by an immediate phone call from the Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities 

or the Dean for Students. 

These guidelines do not preclude Parental Notification for other policy violations that 

may endanger the health, safety and well being of a student or other individuals in 

the University community. In addition, Parental Notification may occur in health and 

safety emergencies regardless of the student's age or dependent status. 

Students, whose parents are to be notified under these guidelines, will be informed 

before such notification occurs and given an opportunity to initiate contact with their 

parents. 

VII. Discipline Records and Retention Policy – the following applies to individual student 

disciplinary records. 

Maintenance of Records 

1. Student discipline records are maintained in a locked file in the Office of 

Student Rights and Responsibilities. 

2. All discipline records in all formats (paper, computer, audio, etc.) will be 

destroyed in accordance with the current discipline records and retention 

policy. 

3. The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities maintains all student 

discipline records in accordance with the Family Education Rights and 

Privacy Act (FERPA). Student Rights and Responsibilities will abide by 

all laws requiring confidentiality and privacy with regard to the student 

conduct process. This confidentiality extends to all Student Rights and 

Responsibilities staff, including the University Conduct Board and 

individual officers. In cases involving alleged violent or injurious 

behavior Student Rights and Responsibilities will inform the victim, 

whenever appropriate, of the outcome of the conduct proceeding. 

4. A student may choose to sign a release form granting Student Rights 

and Responsibilities staff permission to discuss information related to 

his/her disciplinary file with any individual that he/she designates. This 

form is available in the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. 

5. Any educational institution or other agency requesting conduct 

information about a current or former University of South Florida student 

is required to submit the request in writing. All written requests must 

include the signature of the student granting the release of information 

related to his/her disciplinary record. 

Destruction of Records 

1. Records resulting in a discipline sanction of expulsion or suspension 

from the University will be permanently maintained in the Office of 

Student Rights and Responsibilities.

2. All other discipline records are maintained for a period of five years from 

the first date of matriculation or until one year after graduation, 

whichever date is the later. In the event that a student matriculates, but 

does not graduate, the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities will 

retain the record for five years from the last date of attendance. 

3. No personally identifiable record(s) will be kept after a record has been 

designated for destruction. Statistical data will be maintained but all 

information that would identify an individual is removed. 

4. All paper records will be destroyed by shredding or other similar 

process. Computer files will be modified in a manner so that only 

statistical data that cannot identify an individual is kept. Non-paper 

information (i.e. audio recordings) will be destroyed in a manner that will 

insure that the information cannot be traced to any individual or any 

discipline case. 

VIII. Regional Campuses – The foregoing applies to all campuses of the University of South 

Florida; however, non-substantive procedural modifications to reflect the particular 

circumstances of each regional campus are permitted. Information concerning these 

procedures is available through the student affairs office at those regional 

campuses. 

IX. Review of Student Code of Conduct – A student conduct advisory group, a 

committee consisting of faculty/staff and students appointed by the Vice President 

for Student Affairs shall periodically evaluate the Student Code of Conduct. 

OFFICE OF STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The office of Student Rights and Responsibilities‘ mission is to provide for the safety and well 

being of the University environment; to aid in the growth and development of a student as 

related to a student‘s behavior; and to serve as the management agency for the University 

Judicial System. 

Student Judicial Services receives all referrals regarding alleged violations of the Student 

Code of Conduct. Any member of the University community may file charges against a 

student for an alleged violation of the Student Code of Conduct. RAR 234, 813-974-9443, 

https://www.sa.usf.edu/srr. 

Student Records Policy 

Pursuant to the provisions of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA; 20 USC 

1232g), 34 CFR 99.1 et seq, Florida Statutes 228.093 and 240.237 and USF Rule 6C4- 

2.0021, Florida Administrative Code, students have the right to: 

• Inspect and review their education records, and to challenge the accuracy of their 

education records. 

• Privacy in their education records. 

• Report violations of FERPA to the FERPA Office, Department of Education, 400 

Madison Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202 and/or bring actions in Florida Circuit 

Court for violations of Rule 6C4-2.001, Florida Administrative Code. Copies of the 

University‘s student records policy may be obtained from: University Registrar, SVC 

1034, or Office of the General Counsel, ADM 250. 

ISSUANCE OF USF IDENTIFICATION CARD (USFCARD) TO STUDENTS 

Statement of Policy / Purpose 

It is the policy of the University of South Florida that all students must obtain and carry the 

USFCard while on campus. The USFCard is primarily used for identification, for verification 

of USF status, and for using University services such as the Library, the purchase of parking 

decals, obtaining passes for University sporting and theatrical events, and other related 

events/services. 

Types of Photo USFCards

• Student Cards 

• Family cards issued upon request 

Cardholder Responsibilities 

• Use of the USFCard by anyone other than the person to whom it was issued is strictly 

prohibited. 

• The cardholder is subject to disciplinary actions or other penalties for improper use of 

the card. 

• The cardholder is responsible for any and all losses associated with his/her card. 

Fees and Options 

• The first-student and family card, and all replacement cards are $10.00. 

• The cost of each additional family member card is $25.00. 

• Financial services, long distance telephone services, and other features are options 

available at the user‘s discretion. 

Disclosure Statement 

USFCards are the property of the University of South Florida and must be returned on 

request. 

CENTER FOR ADDICTION AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE 

The Center for Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) serves as the central coordinating 

office for all drug and alcohol abuse prevention efforts at USF and is located in SVC 2124, 

974-2677. CASA co-sponsor student education and prevention activities, as well as assisting 

in faculty and staff research and prevention efforts 

SELECTED ADMINISTRATIVE POLICIES 

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement 

The University of South Florida is committed to the principles of Equal Education and 

Employment Opportunities without regard to race, color, marital status, sex, religion, national 

origin, disability or age, as provided by law, and in accordance with the University‘s respect 

for personal dignity. The University is also committed to the employment and advancement 

of qualified veterans with disabilities and veterans of the Vietnam era. These principles are 

applied in the conduct of University programs and activities, personnel and student actions, 

and the provision of facilities and services. 

The University‘s Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan, Equity Accountability Plan and its 

Educational Equity Plan set forth goals to achieve appropriate utilization and treatment of 

minorities and women in the work force and student body. Additionally, these Plans ensure 

the inclusion of persons with disabilities and veterans of the Vietnam era. The plans are 

updated every year. They are available for review in the Office of Equal Opportunity Affairs 

and at the USF Libraries. Copies of the USF policies can be obtained through the Office of 

Equal Opportunity Affairs, located in the Administrative Building (ADM 274). 813-974-4373. 

The Office of Equal Opportunity Affairs facilitates and ensures compliance with Affirmative 

Action, Equity and Equal Opportunity regulations through education, policy formulation, 

complaint resolution, program administration, monitoring and evaluation. 

Prohibition of Harassment 

The University of South Florida expects its students to treat other individuals with respect 

and human dignity in all interpersonal relationships. Harassment is defined as conduct that 

unreasonably interferes with an employee or student‘s status or performance by creating an 

intimidating, hostile, or offensive working or educational environment. Any behavior that 

results in the harassment or intimidation of another person will not be tolerated. Harassment 

is prohibited whether on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, 

or marital status. 

Students who have experienced harassment or who have friends who have been harassed 

may find it helpful to discuss the situation with someone. Confidential counseling services 

are available at the Counseling Center for Human Development, SVC 2124 (813-974-2831). 

Additionally, the Dean of Student Relations has been designated to assist students who have

complaints or questions about offensive behavior by faculty, staff, and students. Students 

can also contact various administrators in their particular college, as well as the Office of 

Equal Opportunity Affairs. A complaint can be filed with the EOA office. Students are 

encouraged to report incidents of harassment. 

Students who prefer to file a complaint with an external agency may contact the Office for 

Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education 404-331-5938. Employees may contact the U.S. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions at 813-228-2310 or the Florida Commission on 

Human Relations at 1-800-342-8170. 

Sexual Harassment 

Pursuant to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 

1973, the Florida Educational Equity Act, and in conformance with our policy of equal 

opportunity, it is the goal of the University of South Florida to create and maintain a work and 

study environment that is positive and free of discrimination. In order to help provide such an 

environment, faculty, staff, and students must be aware that sexual harassment is sex 

discrimination and it is unacceptable conduct that will not be tolerated at the University. 

Sexual harassment is defined as conduct of a sexual nature or with sexual implications, 

which interferes with a student‘s status or performance by creating an intimidating, hostile or 

offensive working or educational environment. This conduct may include, but is not limited 

to, the following: 

Inappropriate touching; the display of sexually explicit or suggestive materials; use of 

sexually explicit or suggestive language or gestures; and subtle pressure for sexual activity 

as well as demands for sexual favors or physical assault. Sexual harassment is a serious 

form of abuse. 

Because of the seriousness of this kind of offense, malicious, false accusations of sexual 

harassment can have far-reaching effects on the careers and lives of individuals and will not 

be tolerated. By all means, seek help as soon after the incident as possible. You are 

encouraged to contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Affairs at 813-974-4373, or stop by 

ADM 274 for assistance. 

It is prohibited for any administrator, supervisor, or other employee of USF to take any 

retaliatory action against an individual who in good faith has made a charge, testified, 

assisted or participated in any manner in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing 

under provisions of applicable law. 

Statement on Harassment Based on Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity 

Unlawful discrimination and harassment have no place on a university campus, particularly 

one that strives to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student, faculty and staff 

population. The University of South Florida is such an institution. 

Discrimination and harassment based on sexual orientation/gender identify hinder the ability of 

any academic institution to foster a safe, open environment for its students, faculty and staff 

and they have no place at USF. 

Although, at this time, there is no state or federal law which specifically prohibits 

discrimination based on sexual orientation, the Florida Legislature has enacted the State 

Hate Crimes Act, Fla. Stat. 775.085, which provides for enhanced penalties for any felony or 

misdemeanor evidencing prejudice based on sexual orientation. In addition, the University 

currently maintains rules and policies that govern the conduct of all members of the 

University community. To the extent that any rules and policies are violated, the University 

will vigorously support all actions necessary to achieve conformance with its rules and 

policies. 

Sexual Battery Policy 

Sexual battery is a felony under the criminal laws of the State of Florida and will not be 

tolerated at the University of South Florida. Any such act is a violation of University policy 

which, in the case of students, is subject to disciplinary action under the USF student 

disciplinary rule; and, in the case of employees, is subject to disciplinary action under 

applicable University rules and collective bargaining agreements. 

It is the intent of the University to create and maintain a work and study environment that is 

safe from sexual battery. In addition, the University is committed to establishing policies and 

procedures that are responsive to victims of sexual battery or rape. 

1. Definitions and Enforcement 

(a) Sexual battery/rape is a felony under criminal laws of the State of Florida. (Florida 

Statutes Chapter 794). Rape is defined as the ―oral, anal or vaginal penetration by,

or in union with, the sexual organ of another or by any other object,‖ without the 

person‘s consent. Other related crimes are: sexual battery by multiple perpetrators 

(s.794.023, F.S.); failure of certain witnesses to report sexual batteries (s.794.027, 

F.S.); and carnal intercourse with unmarried person under 18 years (s.794.05, F.S.). 

These laws apply to male and female students, staff and faculty of the University, on 

and off campus. 

(b) The same definitions apply regardless of whether the assailant is a stranger or 

an acquaintance. The type of force employed may involve physical violence, 

coercion, or threat of harm to the victim. On college campuses, the prevalent 

form of sexual battery is acquaintance rape. Acquaintance rape is forced, 

manipulated, or coerced sexual intercourse by a friend or an acquaintance. 

The acquaintance may be a date or boyfriend of the victim, or someone who 

the victim knows only casually, from the residence halls, a class, or through a 

mutual friend. Frequently, the students involved in these assaults have been 

drinking heavily or using drugs. 

(c) As law enforcement officers of the State with jurisdiction of crimes occurring on 

property or facilities that are under the University‘s supervision, the USF Police 

Department provides immediate assistance to the victim and initiates investigative 

processes to apprehend the perpetrator of the crime. The USF Police Department 

promptly informs the Hillsborough County State Attorney‘s Office of rape 

complaints, and is guided by the State Attorney in the investigation and handling of 

complaints. 

(d) Sexual battery/rape committed by students is a violation of the USF student conduct 

rule (6C4-6.0021). Student perpetrators are subject to institutional disciplinary 

sanctions including expulsion as provided by the USF rule in addition to those 

stated above in accordance with State law. 

(e) Campus related sexual battery/rape committed by employees is misconduct as 

provided by applicable rules and collective bargaining agreements. Employee 

perpetrators are subject to institutional disciplinary action including termination as 

provided by such rules/agreements in addition to those stated above in accordance 

with State law. 

2. Rights of Victims of Campus Related Sexual Batteries 

The following rights shall be accorded to victims in connection with proceedings 

involving alleged student perpetrators under the USF student disciplinary rule 6C4- 

6.0021: 

(a) The right to request a University directive forbidding the alleged perpetrator from all 

contact with the victim. 

(b) The right to request an immediate change in residence hall arrangements and/or 

transfer of classes/workplaces; 

(c) The right to have present throughout the disciplinary process an advisor who may 

also be a legal counsel; 

(d) The right to be present during the entire hearing; 

(e) The right to have irrelevant sexual history excluded from the hearing; 

(f) The right to submit a list of related questions for consideration prior to the hearing; 

(g) The right to submit a victim impact statement; 

(h) The right to know the outcome of the proceeding. 

The same rights shall be accorded the victims in connection with disciplinary actions 

involving alleged employee perpetrators subject to applicable rules and collective 

bargaining agreements. 

State University System and University of South Florida AIDS 

(Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) Policy 

The University must offer students infected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) or 

who have been diagnosed with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) THE SAME 

OPPORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS OFFERED TO NONDISABLED STUDENTS. This 

includes access to educational programs, counseling, health insurance, housing, 

employment opportunities, transportation, health care and financial assistance. 

It is the policy of the State University System (SUS) to balance the education and 

employment rights of students and university employees with HIV with the rights of infected

students and University employees. In the belief that education will prevent the spread of HIV 

and help the public respond in a reasoned manner, the SUS is committed to providing the 

university community with education on the nature and transmission of the disease and the 

rights of individuals infected with HIV. 

Each USF campus has a designated HIV/AIDS Education Coordinator. The name, location, 

and telephone number of the HIV/AIDS Education Coordinator for the USF Tampa campus is 

provided below. Students may request information on HIV/AIDS, receive printed materials 

and/or referral to community resources. Confidential HIV Antibody Testing is available to 

students on the Tampa Campus. 

Campus HIV/AIDS Education Coordinators: 

Tampa Campus 

Ms. Holly Rayko 

Health Education Coordinator 

Student Health Services, SHS 100 

Phone: 813-974-4936 

If you need to contact a Health Education Coordinator at any of the other USF Campuses, 

please contact Student Health Services for their updated contact information. 

Religious Practices Policy 

In accordance with Florida Statutes 240.134, Religious observances, it is the policy of USF to 

reasonably accommodate the religious observances, practices and beliefs of individual students 

in regard to admissions, class attendance, and the scheduling of examinations and work 

assignments. A student who believes he/she has been treated unreasonably because of 

religious practices may seek redress by appealing to an appropriate University official (e.g., Office 

of Diversity and Equal Opportunity at 813-974-4373, Dean, Provost, Executive Vice President). 

Distribution of Material and Solicitation on Campus, USF Rule 6C4-6.026 

1. General Rules 

(a) Distribution- i.e. handing out, stacking, placement in racks etc. of commercial 

material or advertisements is prohibited. 

(b) Commercial solicitation and business transactions are prohibited 

(c) No material of any kind may be placed on automobile windshields 

(d) Posting of any materials is prohibited 

(e) Non-Commercial material or literature, the author of which must be identified, may 

be handed out in any outdoor University location open to the general public. 

2. Exceptions 

(a) Fundraising and promotional activities by student organizations shall be reviewed 

and approved in accordance with USF Rule 6C4-6.017 

(b) Fundraising and promotional activities by employees shall be reviewed and 

approved by the appropriate vice president 

(c) Exceptions to the above are not granted to non-university groups or persons unless 

they have entered into one of the three following written agreements with the 

University: 

i. An agreement to participate in the USF Elm Street Market Mall 

ii. An agreement solicited by the University permitting commercial activity 

iii. An agreement or written approval to post notices executed by a University 

Building Supervisor responsible for posting in a particular building. 

WELCOME TO USF’S RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY 

As a resident living on campus at the University of South Florida, you have joined a unique 

community. Living on-campus will contribute to your learning and success, provide endless 

opportunities for involvement, create life-long friendships, and offer conveniences only 

enjoyed when you live on campus! As a part of this community, you will have the 

responsibility for developing and living by community standards and expectations. The 

experiences you encounter living with others will help you to develop the skills you will need

to succeed in other organizations, neighborhoods, and communities throughout your life. 

Get ready for an exciting time of friendships, learning, and growth. We encourage you to 

interact with your neighbors and get involved as much as possible. Thank you for choosing 

to live on-campus at USF and best wishes for the academic year! 

Mission 

Our mission is to provide students with a residential community that contributes to learning, 

personal development, and citizenship. This is achieved by offering innovative programs 

and quality services in a safe living environment. 

Diversity Policy 

Housing and Residential Education strives to create a supportive and constructive 

environment in which everyone feels free and comfortable to contribute to the community. 

This can only be accomplished when multicultural understanding exists. To experience 

growth, we must allow ourselves to incorporate new perspectives into our framework, despite 

the discomfort this may initially cause. With this in mind, Housing and Residential Education 

will provide opportunities for you to share your experiences, values and beliefs, and hear the 

same of others. In turn, we ask that you work with us to create a safe, supportive 

environment that will allow assumptions, biases, and prejudices to be identified and 

challenged. 

Commitment to Community 

We operate on a "community model." This means that you as a resident play a vital role in 

creating an environment that will help you grow academically, socially, and interpersonally. 

This handbook/planner is provided to help you become familiar with many aspects and 

services of the residential community. As a member of your community, you have both rights 

and responsibilities and of course, Housing and Residential Education has rules (the 3 R’s). 

We believe that if you as well as our staff maintain the 3 R‘s then the community we strive to 

create as stated in our mission statement above will result. 

SECTION 1: THE 3 R’S - RIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND RULES 

3 R’S: RIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, RULES 

RIGHTS 

You have a right to: 

Access your room and the facilities provided for residents. 

Tips: 

� Don‘t block hallways with stacks of newspaper, furniture, or other materials. 

� Don‘t chain your bike to trees, walkway, or stairwell railings. Just like materials stacked 

in the hallway, your bike could be blocking an emergency access or exit or prevent 

another person from using the railing or walkway. For your convenience, bike racks 

are provided outside each residence hall. 

Study and sleep without undue interference or unreasonable noise. 

Tips: 

� Always observe quiet hours and courtesy hours 

� Remember: stairwells and bathrooms can be echo chambers. Keep your voice down in 

these areas out of respect for those living close by. Wait until you get outside before 

beginning any sports activity. Keep your voice down when talking on the hall phone or 

to your friends. Try to keep the ringer of your phone and your answering machine 

volume at a minimum. 

� Adjust the volume on your alarm clock, so that it wakes only you—not the entire living 

unit. When leaving for the weekend, make sure you turn your alarm off. 

Live in a safe and welcoming community. 

Tips: 

� Lock your door whenever you are away from or asleep in your room. 

� Immediately report all suspicious persons or activities to a Housing and Residential

Education staff member or the University Police. 

� Never give strangers access to the building by letting them in or propping doors or 

escorting them into a building. 

� Instruct visiting parties to use the house phone outside the residence hall to call the 

person they are visiting for an escort. 

� Use the buddy system or call the SAFE Team (campus escort) at 4-SAFE) 

� Inform your roommate or Resident Assistant of your whereabouts and expected time of 

return if you are going to be away for an extended period of time. 

� Do not attempt to silence smoke detector or end door alarms yourself; contact a staff 

member to respond. If you have reason to believe that no one is aware of the alarm, 

call your Area Desk (during the day) or the RA on duty (during evening hours) or Holly 

M 24 hours a day at 4-7000 to report it. 

� Do not disarm end door alarms; report those who do to your RA. 

� Follow all fire and safety policies and protocol. 

Expect that others will respect you and your personal belongings. 

Tips: 

� Do not leave laundry unattended in washers or dryers. Report any vandalism or 

machine malfunction to your Area Desk or to the 1-800 number posted in the laundry 

room. 

� Communicate with your roommate/suitemate/apartment-mate what can and cannot be 

shared. 

� Do not leave valuables (including keys, wallet, credit cards, automatic bank teller card, 

ID or meal card) in plain sight. 

� Make certain your belongings are covered against fire, theft, etc. by an insurance 

policy. Know the terms and conditions of your specific policy before you have to file a 

claim. 

� Record serial numbers of all valuables (stereo, personal computer, TV, bicycle, etc.). 

� Use the University Police Department‘s engraving service to put your driver‘s license 

number on all valuables. 

� Lock your doors when you are not at home. 

Involve yourself in the decision-making and self-governance of your community. 

Tip: 

� Work with your RA, Floor Government, Building or Area Council, and the Residence 

Hall Association. Give them your ideas on how to improve the community. Volunteer 

your time in making your ideas realities. 

Live in an environment kept clean by those who live in it. 

Tips: 

� Only do dishes in sinks designated for dish washing, remembering not to leave food 

particles in the sink or attempt to rinse large pieces of food down the drain. 

� Clean your room, vacuum the floor and empty your trashcans on a regular basis. This 

will help keep bugs out of your room. Remember to clean up any trash that you might 

have left in the kitchens, bathrooms, or study areas. 

� Be careful when emptying your trash in the trash room. Do not leave trash on the floor. 

If the cans are already full, wait until they have been emptied by the housekeeping staff 

instead of dumping trash on top of an overflowing can. Holly, Maple, Greek Village, 

Magnolia and Cypress residents do not leave your trash in the hallway. You are 

responsible for taking trash to the dumpsters located in the Complex. 

Communicate problems when they occur and work towards a solution benefiting all 

involved. 

Tips: 

� Start talking with your roommate/suitemate/apartment-mate(s) from the beginning 

about guidelines and expectations for communicating and living with each other. 

� Get to know your neighbors. Knowing them on a friendly basis now will help you 

discuss a problem later. 

� Get to know the Resident Assistants. They are there to help you. 


RESPONSIBILITIES 

As a resident on the University of South Florida‘s campus, there are certain responsibilities 

that you assume. Some fundamental responsibilities deserve emphasis. You are expected

to be aware of and adhere to for your own well being as well as that of the residential 

community. 

Responsibility for the Rules 

The rules and regulations of the University and the residence halls are clearly explained in 

this publication. You are responsible for knowing these rules and for adhering to them at all 

times. 

Responsibility for Communications from the University 

You are responsible for checking your resident mailbox and your USF e-mail account 

frequently. This is the contact information the University and Housing and Residential 

Education will use for official business. Failure to check these university-issued 

communication sites does not exempt you from any information delivered to them. 

Responsibility for Your Room 

Along with your roommate, you are fully responsible for all activities that occur in your room. 

Even if you are not actively involved in a policy violation, you will be held responsible if you 

are present during such a violation, or if you give others access to your room. Therefore, you 

should always lock your room when you leave, even if you leave for only a few minutes. This 

will prevent others from committing violations in your room that can get you into trouble. It is 

your responsibility to put an end to any violation that occurs in your room, and to call a 

Resident Assistant, Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant RLC if you need assistance. 

Responsibility for Attending Floor and Hall Meetings 

Floor and Hall meetings are held at the beginning of each semester and periodically as 

needed. Floor and Hall meetings are for your benefit, and as a member of the community 

you are responsible for any and all information discussed at these meetings. If you are 

unable to attend a meeting, you should contact your RA for a summary of anything that you 

missed. 

Responsibility to Staff 

All members of the University share responsibility for governing their own conduct. Staff 

members, who in the course of their duties, are confronted with violations of University 

policy, are obligated to report them. Employees are not expected to tolerate abuse in the 

performance of their duties; therefore, the harassment of any RA, Residence Life 

Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life Coordinator, Night Clerk, Desk Clerk, Custodian, 

Maintenance Mechanic, or other employee will result in disciplinary action. 

Responsibility for Your Guests 

You are responsible for the conduct of your guests, regardless of who they are, when they 

are present in housing. If you intend to have visitors or guests in the hall, be aware that you 

may be subject to disciplinary action because of their behavior. Additionally, residence hall 

staff members reserve the right to ask any individual who is not a resident to leave the 

residence halls. 

Responsibility for the Housing Contract 

As a member of our community, you have a contractual responsibility with our department 

and to your community. Part of that responsibility entails a thorough knowledge of the terms 

and conditions of the housing contract. As part of that knowledge, you have an inherent duty 

to fulfill your financial responsibility to the contract and all of its terms and conditions. 

Responsibility for Room Maintenance & Damages 

You and the Housing and Residential Education Facilities Maintenance staff share 

responsibility to maintain your room and the buildings. Your responsibilities include: 

Maintaining the condition of your room and its contents, 

Timely reporting of damages or problems, 

Arrangement of furniture and belongings to facilitate easy access by maintenance staff, 

Immediate correction of unsafe or potentially hazardous conditions in your room (such 

as overloaded power outlets) as requested by staff 

Restitution for damages to the physical area of your room (including the window and 

the outside of the door)


RULES 

As mentioned previously, we believe that if your rights and responsibilities and our rules are 

upheld, then we are that much closer to creating a community that will be the experience you 

will never forget. This is our rules section. Please be aware that in addition to the rules 

stated here, you are responsible and will be held accountable to the USF Code of Conduct, 

Federal and State law as well as Housing and Residential Education policies and 

procedures. We have divided this section of handbook into four different parts. The first part 

includes particular USF Code of Conduct policies enhanced for the on-campus student 

population. The second part describes Housing and Residential Education Community 

oriented policies deemed necessary to ensure a positive, academically focused and 

cooperative on-campus residential population in addition to the USF Code of Conduct. The 

third part includes facilities maintenance policies. Finally, there is a detailed explanation of 

our discipline process if you should choose to violate one of our rules while living on campus. 

This includes our rationale, possible sanctions or consequences and the appeals process. 

Our procedures are in cooperation with the University Office of Student Judicial Services. It 

is important that you thoroughly read this section of the student handbook as well. 

SECTION 2: USF CODE OF CONDUCT POLICIES 

All USF Students are expected to know and adhere to the USF Code of Conduct. The 

following Code of Conduct policies are explained again below, as they relate to living on 

campus. In addition, all residence hall policies are included in the Code of Conduct. 

Alcohol Policy 

The possession and consumption of alcohol is a privilege provided to those of legal age 

living within on-campus housing with certain restrictions. These restrictions are designed to 

ensure the safety and well being of all students. Any behavior deemed disruptive that 

interferes with the rights of students living in the housing due to alcohol consumption will lead 

to disciplinary action. 

Disruptive behavior includes but is not limited to interference with quiet and courtesy 

hours. 

Consumption of alcoholic beverages and/or possession of open alcoholic containers by 

those of age are strictly prohibited in public areas. Public areas include hallways, labs, 

lounges, office areas, stairwells, public bathrooms, any non-approved recreational 

areas, outside buildings and any other areas deemed public by Housing and 

Residential Education. 

Residents 21 and older may possess and consume alcohol only within the strict 

confines of their room or apartment. Residents who are 21 or older may possess 

and/or consume alcohol in the presence of their underage roommate. No drinking 

and/or open containers are allowed by anyone when underage guests are present in 

the student room/apartment. Guests of legal age cannot consume alcohol when the 

resident host of the room/apartment is under 21. 

Students may not possess excessive amounts of alcohol. The definition of ―excessive‖ 

will be at the discretion of the Housing and Residential Education staff. Kegs, party 

balls, trashcans, or large vessels that contain alcoholic beverages are strictly 

prohibited within on-campus housing and surrounding areas. 

Progressive drinking parties are not allowed due to the prohibition of consumption or 

possession of alcoholic containers in public areas, potential for noise violations, and 

potential for illegal consumption.

Private gatherings held in student rooms/apartments must be confined to that specific 

room or apartment. The Housing and Residential Education staff reserves the right to 

determine if the occupancy of the room/apartment for private gatherings exceeds the 

amount that would be considered in violation of fire and safety regulations. Doors must 

be kept closed. Private gatherings must adhere to visitation and quiet hour restrictions. 

Disruptive conduct 

Obstructing Common Areas 

In the interest of fire code compliance, safety and consideration for students with disabilities; 

hallways, lobbies, stairwells, and all other common areas of traffic must be kept free of 

obstructions at all times. 

Theft 

The unauthorized taking, misappropriation or possession of any real, personal, or intellectual 

property or services provided, owned, or maintained by the University or by any person is 

prohibited. 

Weapons, Firearms, or Explosive Devices 

No weapons of any kind are permitted in any residential facility. This includes, but is not 

limited to knives, swords, fireworks, and any type of ―gun‖ that fires any kind of projectile. 

Residents who bring anything deemed to be a weapon into the residence halls are subject to 

disciplinary action, including suspension of their housing contract.. 

SECTION 3: HOUSING AND RESIDENTIAL EDUCATION COMMUNITY RULES 

Appliances/Cooking 

Use of electrical appliances is permitted in rooms and apartments only under certain 

guidelines. Due 

to concern for fire and safety standards, only microwaves which use less than 700 watts, 

automatic coffee makers, and refrigerators which do not exceed 4.1 cubic feet may be used 

in student rooms and suites. 

The following appliances are not allowed to be used in individual bed rooms or suites: 

Appliances with open coils, such as toasters, the George Forman grill, hot plates, roasters, 

popcorn poppers, any type of heater. The above appliances are allowed in apartments that 

contain a kitchen area. For more information as to specific appliances allowed within your 

room, please see your RA, Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant RLC. 

You must provide a power-strip with a built-in circuit breaker if you plan to operate any of the 

above appliances. The University encourages the use of multi-socket power strips with a 

breaker switch. The use of extension cords of any type are not permitted within the 

halls. 

Extreme care should be taken with appliances such as curling irons, hair dryers, and irons. 

Do not leave these items on when not in use or place them next to flammable areas such as 

on the carpet or on beds. To insure that the above guidelines are being followed, the 

Housing and Residential Education staff will facilitate room checks each semester with at 

least 24 hours notice to residents. 

Cooking is strictly prohibited in bedrooms or suites, but may be done in designated cooking 

areas in each building and within apartments that contain a kitchen area. 

In order to prevent fires, food must always be attended to while cooking. Residents who 

consistently violate this policy will face disciplinary action and possible expulsion from oncampus 

housing. 

Doors

Exterior doors are never to be propped or disabled for any reasons. Residents that prop 

doors not only endanger their lives, but the lives of their fellow residents. Any resident found 

propping doors or allowing strangers into the building will face disciplinary action. Disabling 

or propping open building exterior doors carries the same consequences as tampering with 

other fire and life safety equipment, and includes the immediate cancellation of one‘s 

housing contract. Residents should also guard against holding the doors and letting 

strangers into the building. 

In the interest of security and a quiet residence hall environment, end doors should not be 

used, except in the event of an emergency or as directed by a staff member. End door 

alarms will be armed from 7:30pm to 8am. Doors are not to be used during these times. 

Tampering with end doors including door propping and alarm disabling or destruction will 

result in immediate disciplinary action which could include probation, suspension or 

termination of the housing contract. 

Discriminatory Acts 

The University of South Florida Department of Housing and Residential Education works in 

the promotion of a healthy living and learning environment within an inclusive community and 

does not discriminate on the basis of a person‘s race, color, gender, religion, creed, national 

origin, disability, martial status, disabled veteran status or sexual orientation. 

Fire and Safety 

All residents are required to follow these fire and safety regulations. Our Fire and Safety 

regulations follow mandates set by the USF Office of Environmental Health and Safety. Fire 

drills are required at the beginning of each semester to insure residents know what to do in 

the event of a fire and how to properly evacuate the building. 

Evacuation Procedures 

� Residents and visitors are required to evacuate the building when a fire alarm is 

sounded. Failure to comply with staff, failing to evacuate the building or placing self 

and staff in danger are subject to disciplinary action. 

� No matter how small the fire, and even if it is already extinguished, report it to your 

area desk or your RA immediately. 

In the event of a fire alarm: 

� Leave the building at once using the nearest stairway exit. Make sure to dress 

appropriately (Shoes, coat, etc). 

� Never use the elevator during a fire alarm 

� Move at least 150 feet away from all structures 

� Do not attempt to gain access to the building until given the all-clear signal by the 

Housing and Residential Education Staff or University Police. 

In the event of a fire: 

� Call 911 

� Give your exact location & tell them what is burning 

� Pull a fire alarm 

� In the event of a fire outside your room, feel the door-if it is hot, do not open it! 

� Call 911 and give them your exact location 

� Seal bottom of your door with cloth material to keep smoke out 

� Retreat, close all possible doors between you and the fire 

� If the door is not hot, open it cautiously 

� Close your room and/or apartment doors behind you if possible. 

� If there is smoke present-stay low 

� Walk or crawl to the closest exit 

� Leave the building via the stairwell. 

� Do not use the elevator. 

� Remain calm at all times. 

Equipment 

In the interest of the safety for all residents, it is imperative that fire and safety equipment is 

operable at all times. Tampering with fire and safety equipment is a third degree felony 

(Florida Statue 806.10). Any residents found jeopardizing the safety and security of

themselves and fellow residents will be subject to severe disciplinary action including 

criminal prosecution, on-campus housing suspension, disciplinary measures, and/or possible 

fines. 

Therefore, the following acts are prohibited: 

Tampering or playing with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, exit lights, emergency 

lights, sprinkler heads, and other emergency equipment. 

Tampering or pulling a fire alarm under false pretenses. 

Rendering a smoke detector inoperative 

Obstructing stairwells and/or corridors with furniture, debris, and other materials. 

Disabling or propping open the exterior door to any building 

Preventions 

The following are prohibited because of their serious potential as fire hazards: 

� Open flames such as candles, incense, smoking, and the burning of any materials, or 

other flame-emitted items. 

� Use or possession of fireworks or firecrackers 

� Extension cords (only power strips with built in circuit breakers are allowed in the 

halls). 

� Live holiday trees and other materials of flammable nature 

� Portable heaters 

� Halogen lamps and all lamps with paper shades. Never cover any light with any 

material that prevents the free flow of air around the bulb. 

Keys 

In the interest of safety and security, residents are prohibited from giving their room key 

and/or keycards to anyone to use. Keys are not to be duplicated under any circumstances. 

It is the responsibility of residents to report and pay for the replacement of any lost or stolen 

keys. 

Pets 

Fish in aquariums limited to 10 gallons are the only pets allowed in on-campus housing. All 

other pets are prohibited. ―Visiting‖ pets with the exception of fish are prohibited at all times 

within any residence halls. 

Quiet Hours 

Residents must respect quiet hours, which are: Sunday-Thursday from 10:00pm until 

10:00am; and Friday-Saturday from 12:00am to 12:00pm. During these hours residents are 

expected to refrain from excessive noise and other disruptive activities. Non-designated 

quiet times are to be considered ―courtesy hours‖. Courtesy hours are in effect twenty-four 

hours a day. During these times, residents are expected to maintain reasonable volume 

levels including conversations in stairwells, slamming doors, and stereo volume Students 

are expected to comply when a request is made by fellow residents or staff members 

regarding noise. During finals week 24-hour quiet hours are enforced through the end of the 

finals period. 

Roommate Contract 

One method an RA may use in preventing and resolving roommate conflicts is a Roommate 

Contract. The Roommate Contracts, once agreed upon and signed by all roommates and a 

Housing and Residential Education staff is considered a binding contract. Any violations of 

the Roommate Contract may result in disciplinary action. 

Smoking 

Smoking is not permitted in any area within the buildings including, but not limited to, student 

rooms, meeting rooms and office facilities or adjacent to the building area. Smoking must 

take place a minimum of 15 feet from the building. Please dispose of cigarette waste in the 

appropriate containers provided, and not on the ground. 

Solicitation

Solicitation, by organizations or individuals, for commercial, or personal gain is not permitted. 

If a person is found to be soliciting in on-campus housing please report the person‘s name 

and company to a Housing and Residential Education staff member immediately. 

Sports within the Buildings 

In the interest of personal safety and out of respect for the hall environment, sports of any 

nature are not permitted in the hallways, bathrooms, lobbies, elevators or other common 

areas of the building. This includes throwing any objects from or at a residence hall building. 

Vandalism 

It is not acceptable to deface, damage, or destroy property, including but not limited to: 

personal property, bulletin boards, lounge areas, bathroom facilities, and other common 

areas. 

Visitation 

Visitation is considered a privilege. A resident‘s right to comfortably study, sleep, and have 

privacy in their room or apartment at any time takes priority over any resident‘s ability to host 

a guest. A resident‘s request for any guest to leave at any time must be honored. The 

safety and security of a comfortable environment could be compromised if unwanted guests 

are present, or if guests refuse to leave because they are visiting within posted visitation 

hours. Guests must be escorted by a resident at all times. Visitation is defined as periodic 

visits of guests and does not encompass cohabitation in a room, suite or apartment as each 

space in university housing may be occupied only by the student to whom it is contracted. 

Only visitors of the same sex are permitted to spend the night and must have the explicit 

consent of the roommate. However, even with consent, no visitor may stay more than 3 

nights in a 30-day period. 

All residents will have the opportunity to vote for one of three guest visitation policy choices 

at the beginning of the Fall Semester. 

1) No guest visitation. 

2) Guest visitation between 10:00am and 2:00am, Monday through Thursday with 

weekend guest visitation beginning at 10:00am Friday and continuing until 2:00am 

Monday. 

3) 24 hours a day/seven days a week guest visitation. Visitation within student rooms 

must be determined by mutual agreement among roommates. 

SECTION 4: LANDLORD/FACILITIES MAINTENANCE RULES 

Abandoned Property 

Belongings left in one‘s room/suite/apartment after contract period ends or the contract is 

cancelled are classified as abandoned property. Residents have 30 days to claim their 

property. After 30 days, the University has the right to dispose of all abandoned property. 

Contract Cancellation 

Please refer to your housing contract that you signed regarding cancellation fees and rules. 

There are specific dates by which you can cancel and corresponding fees depending on the 

date you cancel your contract. Students wishing to cancel their contract should see their 

Residence Life Coordinator or the Assignment Office staff located in Argos Center. 

Elevators 

In order to keep elevators in safe working conditions, the following is prohibited and may 

result in disciplinary action: Intentional damage/and or vandalism Misuse or tampering with 

elevators; smoking in elevators; overloading; use of emergency alarms and emergency stops 

in non-emergency situations.

Fire, Health, & Safety Inspections 

For your safety and the safety of your fellow residents, you are required to conduct fire, 

health, and safety check of your room at the beginning of each semester. Any violations 

found during these inspections must be corrected within the specified time period. Failure to 

correct fire, health, and safety violations will result in disciplinary actions 

Furniture 

All furniture assigned to student rooms, apartments, floor lounges, and other public areas 

must remain in their appropriate locations. The removal of University furniture from student 

rooms and/or public areas is prohibited. Residents are responsible for the proper care of 

University furniture, and will be charged for any damages, repair and replacement costs at 

checkout. All furniture belonging to residents must be removed from campus prior to 

checkout time. Furniture left will be subject to removal at the owner‘s expense. 

Posting/offensive materials 

Any materials posted in common areas including outside of room/apartment doors, windows, 

hallways, lounges, kitchens, etc. are subject to approval by Housing and Residential 

Education staff. Residents who are offended by materials posted in common areas or their 

rooms should contact their Resident Assistant, Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant 

Residence Life Coordinator immediately. Materials posted in rooms such as posters, 

pictures, etc. must be agreed upon by roommate(s). 

Materials advertising campus or community activities, events, student groups, or meetings, 

must be approved by the Residence Life Office in Argos 138 before posting and must include 

the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility statement. 

ReservNet 

The primary purpose of this network is to support students' educational goals. In support of 

these goals, the following activities are prohibited. Participating in these activities may result 

in revocation of ReservNet service and possible disciplinary action and/or criminal charges: 

Setting up a router and building a private subnet; setting up ANY type of information server 

such as web, gopher, e-mail, game etc.; propagating e-mail chain letters; forging mail; 

allowing unauthorized persons access to ReservNet; the use of ReservNet for personal 

financial gain; copying University-owned or licensed information to another computer without 

prior written approval; modifying or attempting to modify University-owned or licensed 

information including software and data; attempting to damage or disrupt networking 

services; the use of ReservNet, the University's campus-wide network, or related resources 

in the commission of crime; the use of traffic intensive applications that may cause problems 

within the network or diluting the level of service to other users. No print servers, mail 

servers, FTP servers, etc. are allowed. The network sharing of any computer-related device 

or materials that may cause excessive network traffic is forbidden. 

A complete listing of ReservNet services, specifications, policies, and procedures is available 

at the Area Desk 

Room Damages 

It is the responsibility of the occupant(s) to pay for the replacement or repair of damaged 

property within a resident‘s room or in areas adjacent to it (i.e., windows, doors, and suite 

study areas). Charges may also be made for not cleaning the room properly, failure to return 

the room to its original condition at checkout, or not returning one‘s keys to Holly M or the 

area desk at check-out. 

Room Access 

All due respect is given to the privacy that residents enjoy in their rooms. Occasionally 

circumstances present themselves which necessitate authorized University personnel to 

enter student rooms for the purpose of: repair and maintenance; assessment of damages; 

inventory of University property; determination of compliance with University policies; and 

emergencies where imminent danger to life, safety, health, or property is reasonably

suspected. When possible, advance notice will be given to residents. Submitting a work 

request authorizes maintenance personnel to enter your room. 

Room Personalization 

We encourage you to use your creativity and ingenuity to make your room as comfortable as 

possible. We ask only that you follow the simple guidelines provided here to keep 

maintenance problems to a minimum and/or to save you money at checkout time by avoiding 

unnecessary damages to the room. 

No physical alterations are to be made to any part of the building. The residents may not 

remove or relocate the fixtures, switches, outlets, closet or cabinet doors, fixed dressers, 

beds, desks, or any other fixed items in the room, suite or building. Nails may not be driven 

into the walls. Contact paper is not to be used. Remember: assessments will be made for the 

full amount to replace any furniture or room accessories that are damaged or missing at time 

of check-out. 

� Room Painting Program- If you believe that your room needs to be painted, you must 

first contact your Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life Coordinator 

to discuss the established procedure for room painting. Room surfaces and/or furniture 

may not be painted by the student Residents may not paint walls without prior 

permission from the Housing and Residential Education staff. 

� Waterbeds- Due to the chance of water damage and because of their excess weight, 

waterbeds are not permitted. 

� Raised Beds - materials to raise your bed are available in Kosove, Beta, Castor, 

Holly, Cypress, Maple, Magnolia and Greek Village. See your Residence Life 

Coordinator or Assistant RLC for more information. 

Room Searches 

Only duly authorized law enforcement authorities, following appropriate legal procedure, are 

entitled to enter and search rooms and residents‘ belongings. 

Room Use & Maintenance 

Assigned on-campus housing spaces are to be kept clean and orderly by the student at all 

times and are to be used for residence only. Charges will be made for damages to, 

unauthorized use of or alterations to any assigned space, equipment or buildings, and/or for 

special cleaning necessitated by student negligence. Residents are jointly and severally 

responsible for the care of any public areas or equipment (Source: Student Housing 

Contract). 

Subletting 

Rooms may be occupied only by the student to whom it is assigned. This contract may not 

be re-assigned, and residence hall space may not be sublet to another person (Source: 

Student Housing Contract). 

Vacating the Residence Halls 

All residents must vacate the residence halls within "24 hours" of their last final exam with 

the exception of graduating seniors. Residents may not occupy their rooms during the breaks 

between academic semesters (Exception: Magnolia, Holly, and Kosove). Residents who are 

not registered for classes will be required to vacate the halls. 

Violation of USF Traffic Rules and Regulations 

The operation of a motorized vehicle (car, motorcycle, mopeds, etc) adjacent to the physical 

area of the residence halls and apartments is strictly prohibited. Motorcycles, mopeds, other 

motorized vehicles or parts to a motorized vehicle may not be stored in the buildings at any 

time-including the period between semesters, thanksgiving break and spring break.

Windows / Screens 

For your safety and security, the opening of windows is not permitted in the Andros Complex. 

Open windows also have a detrimental effect on the air conditioning for the building. Each 

window has been sealed to prevent water intrusion. In other buildings windows can be 

opened by residents; however, residents should keep personal security in mind. Windows 

may only be used as a means to enter and exit a building in an emergency. Window screens 

are never to be removed from the window. 

SECTION 5: DISCIPLINE PROCESS 

In the administration of discipline, it is the intent of the Housing and Residential Education 

Staff to both ensure justice and provide an educational experience for the student. While it is 

intended that this approach protect the campus community by providing rules and 

regulations, the process also encourages growth and development. Ultimately, the focus is 

corrective and preventative rather than punitive. It is your responsibility to consider the 

consequences of your behavior and to make sound decisions before acting. You are a 

member of a community; therefore, your actions, whether positively or negatively intended, 

directly affect the community and your standard of living. 

If a disciplinary problem should arise, the student will be contacted by a member of the 

Housing and Residential Education Staff (RA, Night Clerk, Residence Life Coordinator or 

Assistant Residence Life Coordinator, Assistant Directors). The Department Official will 

prepare an incident report. The case will be referred to either a, Residence Life Coordinator, 

Assistant Residence Life Coordinator or an Assistant Director who will recommend/issue one 

or a combination of the sanctions that follow. 

It is the philosophy of Housing and Residential Education to provide an environment that is 

safe, feels comfortable, and supports the academic mission of this university. The policies 

listed in this publication are meant to serve as guidelines for you as a resident. 

Sanctions 

Sanctions used in our discipline process with students found responsible for violating policies 

in on-campus housing are included under the USF Student Code of Conduct and additional 

Housing and Residential Education sanctions are listed here. They are meant to serve as 

guidelines rather than as a definitive list. As a member of the on-campus community, you 

are responsible for knowing the rules, policies, and guidelines listed in this publication. 

Disciplinary Warning 

A student receives a written warning that states that if there is a repeated violation of rules 

and regulations, the student can expect additional disciplinary action. A record of the 

disciplinary warning is kept on file in the Housing and Residential Education Office, and a 

copy is sent to the appropriate Residence Life Coordinator. 

On-Campus Housing Probation 

A student on probation is not considered to be in good standing and may be restricted from 

some activities and positions. Any further violations may lead to the suspension or 

termination of the housing contract and/or referral to Student Judicial Services. 

Negotiated Sanction 

A student, in agreement with the appropriate Housing and Residential Education Official, 

may opt to provide a specified service or to participate in a specific program in lieu of (or to 

mitigate) probation, suspension, or termination of the housing contract including but not 

limited to educational programs, bulletin boards, rounds or tours of facilities with staff, 

Alcohol 101. 

Restitution 

A student will be assessed the repair/replacement cost for any damage he/she causes to 

University or personal property.

Disciplinary Room Transfer 

A student may be transferred to a different housing area, if it is determined that the student 

may be able to live more productively in a new environment. 

Suspension of Housing Contract 

A student's housing contract may be cancelled for a stated period of time after which 

reinstatement may be possible. A written request to return to the on-campus community 

must be submitted to the Dean of Housing and Residential Education before readmission will 

be considered. 

Termination of Housing Contract 

A student who has committed serious violations may have his/her housing contract 

permanently cancelled. 

Denial of future Housing Contracts 

A recommendation may be made to not offer a future residence hall contract to individuals 

who have a history of serious offenses, which are disruptive to the community environment. 

This status may be temporary or permanent. 

Other Actions 

In addition to the aforementioned levels of discipline for violations of housing policy, an 

incident and the individual(s) involved may be referred to Student Judicial Services or the 

University Police for further action when violations of federal, state, University, or Housing 

and Residential Education policies are involved. 

Students are responsible for compliance with all of the University rules and regulations, as 

well as Housing and Residential Education Policies. Where an overlap exists, a student 

charged with a violation may be disciplined through both Judicial Processes. 

Appeals 

Once the alleged violator is informed of the decision, he or she has the right to appeal that 

decision if: 

� material procedural errors were committed prior to or during a hearing; 

� the factual evidence submitted was insufficient to support the findings; 

� new evidence was discovered; and/or, 

� the severity of the decision is not justified by the nature of the violation. 

The appeal must be made within 3 days of the issued sanction and should be made to the 

official at the appropriate level as noted in the sanction letter. Students will be appealing to 

the Assistant Director if the Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life 

Coordinator levied the decision and to the Associate Director if an Assistant Director levied 

the decision. 

Residential Community Conduct Board 

The RCCB's Primary purpose is to provide residents that have allegedly violated community 

standards, departmental or University policies, and/or Florida law an alternative hearing 

setting. The alternative hearing setting will allow students to have their cases heard by a 

board of their peers. In addition, the RCCB will serve as a representative body of the 

residential community in helping to define and uphold community standards to which all 

residents are expected to adhere. There will be information available Fall Semester 

regarding membership/selection, training, and procedures of the RCCB. 

RCCB is Committed To: 

1. Ensuring due process rights to all residents. 

2. Providing residents a judicious and fair hearing 

3. Ensuring that residents are responsible and personally accountable for any violations 

of community standards. 

SECTION 6: SERVICES

By being aware of the services provided as well as procedures for utilizing your services, 

living on campus can be convenient and fun. Please be aware of the following procedures 

and services and utilize them to your advantage. 

Academic Enrichment Center 

This center is open to on-campus students. Services provided include a reading skills lab 

and tutoring service. The Center is located in Maple D and their telephone number is 974- 

4713. 

Air Conditioning and Heating 

Maple, Castor and Beta Halls 

Each room has its own thermostat and fan control. For best results, set the control on 

―Medium‖ or ―High‖ and do not turn the fan off. For the most comfortable temperature and 

best humidity control, set your thermostat at 72–75°. To keep your heating and airconditioning 

unit functioning properly, do not block access to the air-handling unit. The panel 

at the bottom of your unit must be kept clear to allow air to circulate through the system and 

to allow access to the unit. The maintenance staff will visit your room every 6 to 8 weeks to 

change your air conditioning unit filter. TIP: Vacuum your room and the air-conditioning 

supply and return vents regularly. This will assist in giving you good airflow as well as 

creating a more pleasant living environment. 

Andros Area 

Each suite of four rooms shares one air-conditioner. The fan control is located in one of the 

study areas (except in Kappa, Iota, Lambda and Theta which have no fan control). Keep the 

fan on ―High‖ or ―Medium.‖ Do not turn the fan off. The thermostat is located in one of the 

four rooms in the suite. For optimal comfort and humidity control, set the thermostat on 72– 

75°. The Maintenance Staff will change the air conditioning filter every 6 to 8 weeks. 

Cypress Apartments and Suites, Holly, Kosove, and Magnolia Apartments 

Each apartment/suite has its own air-conditioning unit. For best performance, keep the 

window and door closed, and control the temperature with the thermostat dial. The 

Maintenance Staff will change the filter every 6 to 8 weeks. 

Greek Village 

Each floor has its own air conditioner. Thermostats are located in the hallways and living 

rooms. 

Bicycle Security 

Bicycle racks are provided in each housing complex for bicycle security. Please see that your 

bike is securely fastened to the rack to avoid theft. To avoid electrical hazards and to 

maintain a clear path for the grounds maintenance crew, bicycles should never be locked to 

light or electrical posts or stairway railings. The University Police provide engraving services 

to make identification easy should your bicycle be stolen. Bicycle regulation is available to 

students at NO CHARGE from USF Parking Services or University Police. 

Bulletin Boards 

Your RA will keep you informed about what‘s happening by posting information on hall 

bulletin boards. Centrally located boards are also kept up to date. To place information on a 

bulletin board, you must obtain permission from your Residence Life Coordinator. 

Cable TV 

All rooms are wired to receive all channels on the Housing and Residential Education cable 

TV system. BullVision is a campus information channel. Cable TV Channels are listed in the 

Resource Section. 

Computer Connections 

Ethernet connections for access to the Internet and University computing services are 

provided at no additional charge in all rooms. Using the Ethernet connections requires 

specialized hardware and software for your computer. If you need assistance with your 

Ethernet connection, one of our computer technicians will be happy to help you. More 

information regarding computer connections will be distributed in the Fall semester. 

Dangerous Weather 

From time to time, hazardous weather conditions develop in the Tampa Bay area. Should a

weather emergency occur, the appropriate procedures would be posted on the lobby bulletin 

board and communicated to you by staff. 

Employment Opportunities 

Housing and Residential Education offers a variety of student employment opportunities. For 

general information about the various positions, contact the Housing and Residential 

Education Personnel Office in the Argos Center Room 237 or call 4-5147. 

Facilities Management 

An assigned Housekeeper or Maintenance Mechanic will respond to repair-related problems 

in your room or suite only upon written request. Report any necessary repairs on a Work 

Request, which can be found at www.arrow.reserv.usf.edu. The Maintenance Office can 

be reached by calling 974-3446. 

Hall Security and Access Cards 

Exterior doors of each building are secured 24 hours a day. Card access is applied to 

resident‘s student ID at check-in so they may access their hall. It is the responsible use of ID 

cards that makes any security system workable. 

Laundry 

Each hall has centrally located laundry facilities. Washers are 75¢ per load and dryers cost 

75¢ for 45 minutes of drying time. Report problems you may encounter with the machines to 

Area Desk personnel. 

Lost or Stolen Keys 

In the interest of your personal safety, it is the policy of Housing and Residential Education to 

re-core student rooms at the student‘s expense if the room key is determined lost. A 

temporary key will be issued, and 30 minutes allotted for you to return the temporary key 

before a charge and re-coring is initiated. If you lose your room key report it to your Area 

Desk immediately. If your key cannot be found in that time period, you may contact your 

Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life Coordinator to request that the 

temporary key period be extended. These policies also apply to access cards that are issued 

for the outside doors. If you lose your keys or access card while your Area Desk is not open, 

you may contact the 24-hour Holly M Desk for assistance. If you believe your keys have 

been stolen, contact the University Police at ext. 4–2628 to fill out a police report. You are 

responsible for the cost of re-coring your room even if your keys have been stolen. 

Mail 

Incoming mail is posted once daily, Monday–Saturday in the mailboxes for each complex. 

Mailboxes are usually shared by two students and are assigned based on your room 

assignment. Stamps may be purchased at the self-service postal machine located in the 

lobby of the Marshall Center or at the Campus Post Office. Packages may be weighed and 

posted at the Campus Post Office. Please check your mail on a daily basis. 

Recreation 

The housing areas have a centrally located pool, picnic area, and sand volleyball court for 

the enjoyment of residents and guests. Andros and Argos have basketball and hard 

volleyball courts for recreational use. Courts and outside picnic areas must be reserved for 

exclusive programs through the appropriate Residence Life Coordinator. The Andros pool is 

reserved through the Campus Recreation Department. 

Room and Roommate Changes 

� Housing and Residential Education assigns rooms and roommates. Unfortunately, it is 

not always possible to give everyone his or her first choice. The staff reserves the right 

to make assignments and changes as necessary. 

� No roommate changes will be made during the first two weeks of each semester. The 

transition to community living is not always easy. The diversity of people can be very 

exciting, but it is also challenging. Living in student housing provides an opportunity for 

students to understand and appreciate the differences and uniqueness of other people. 

� You are encouraged to talk with staff members before asking for a room change. In 

most cases, roommate problems can be resolved through discussion, compromise, or 

an agreed upon change of rooms and/or roommates. In cases where no such 

resolution seems possible, the students must consult their RA. The RA, Residence 

Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life Coordinator will mediate and attempt to

esolve the situation through the use of a Roommate Contract. If the situation cannot 

be resolved at this level, the Residence Life Coordinator or Assistant Residence Life 

Coordinator can approve a room change. 

� You must have a signed Room Change Form from your Residence Life Coordinator or 

Assistant Residence Life Coordinator before you will be allowed to change rooms. 

Once you have received this form from your RLC or ARLC, you can take it to the 

Housing and Residential Education Assignment Office in RAR229 to pick your new 

room. 

Residence Hall Government 

Floor Governments 

Ask your RA about how you can get involved in planning activities and addressing issues in 

your immediate community. 

Building/Area Councils 

Each building or area has a council that plans activities for and addresses issues within the 

hall or area. Again, ask your RA about how to get involved. 

Residence Hall Association 

This award-winning organization provides and supports community events throughout oncampus 

housing. It also assists residents with addressing their concerns and issues with 

Housing and Residential Education and other parts of the University. RHA is an excellent 

opportunity for you to gain leadership experience and is lots of fun as well. 

Telephones 

Residents who wish to activate the land-line phone service in their room should visit our 

website for the form and process. Connection and monthly usage charges will apply. 

Vending machines 

Vending machines are centrally located within or near the buildings and in the Andros and 

Argos Centers. Refunds may be obtained from Holly M. Purchases can be made with the 

vend stripe on your student I.D. card at many of the machines on campus.

SECTION 7: RESOURCES 

Bull Vision Cable Channels. 

2 INT'L CHANNEL 56 FOX NEWS CHANNEL 

3 MUSIC- XM RAW 57 WMOR-MORE TV 32 

4 WTTA-WB CH-38 58 UNIVISION 

5 BULL VISION 59 TELEMUNDO CH-50 

6 WBUL-CAMPUS RADIO 60 MUSIC- XM U POP 

7 WUSF-PBS CH-16 61 MUSIC-XM ETHEL 

8 WFLA-NBC CH-8 62 MUSIC-XM FRED 

9 WTOG-UPN CH-44 63 MUSIC-XM XMU 

10 WTSP-CBS CH-10 64 MUSIC-XM HANK'S PLACE 

11 WABC-ABC CH-28 65 MUSIC-XM X COUNTRY 

12 MUSIC-XM SQUIZZ 66 MUSIC-XM THE 80'S 

13 WTVT-FOX CH-13 67 MUSIC-XM THE GROOVE 

14 CNN 68 MUSIC-XM THE CITY 

15 SUNSHINE NETWORK 69 MUSIC-XM AUDIO VISIONS 

16 USA 70 MUSIC-XM FUNGUS 

17 MTV 71 MUSIC-XM THE JOINT 

18 ESPN 72 MUSIC-XM CALIENTE 

19 WGN 73 MUSIC-XM FUEGO 

20 USF SECURITY 74 MUSIC-XM THE SYSTEM 

21 USF CHANNEL GUIDE 75 MUSIC-XM REAL JAZZ 

22 TNT 76 MUSIC-XM BLUESVILLE 

23 DISCOVERY 77 MUSIC-XM FRANK'S PLACE 

24 COMEDY CENTRAL 78 MUSIC-XM CLASSIC 

25 ANIMAL PLANET 79 DISNEY 

26 BET 80 FX 

27 H/NEWS 81 HISTORY 

28 WEDU-PBS CH-3 82 FOOD NETWORK 

29 TBS 83 HBO 

30 LINK TV 84 HBO WEST 

31 CARTOON 85 HBO 2 

32 WEATHER 86 HBO 2 WEST 

33 TLC 87 HBO SIGNATURE 

34 ABC FAMILY 88 HBO FAMILY 

35 AMC 89 HBO FAMILY WEST 

36 BLOOMBERG 90 HBO LATINO 

37 CNBC 91 SPEED CHANNEL 

38 MSNBC 92 ESPN U 

39 E! 93 MTV U 

40 COURT TV 94 STUDENT GOVERNMENT 

42 CMT 100 COLLEGE SPORTS TV 

43 TNN 101 DISCOVERY HEALTH 

44 MUCH MUSIC 102 DISCOVERY SCIENCE 

45 LIFETIME 103 MILITARY CHANNEL 

46 VH-1 104 GAME SHOW NETWORK 

47 NICKELODEON 105 NFL NETWORK 

48 ESPN 2 106 G4 TV 

49 ESPN NEWS 107 SOAP NET 

50 C-SPAN 108 TV LAND 

51 C-SPAN 2 109 WE 

52 A & E 110 HOME & GARDEN 

53 FIT TV 111 TRAVEL CHANNEL 

54 MTV 2 112 NASA 

55 ESPN CLASSIC 113 WFLA TV8 STORMTRACKER

Housing and Residential Education Staff 

Administration: 

Dorie Paine, Ed.D. RAR229 

Interim Director, Housing and Residential 

Education 

[email protected] 4-5439 

Kelly Best RAR210 

Associate Director: Facilities and Maintenance 


Valerie S. Averill, Ph.D. RAR229 

Associate Director: Residence Life 


Elizabeth Kaplon, Ph.D. RAR229 

Assistant Director: Academic Initiatives 


Mignon Chinn RAR 

138 

Assistant Director: Residence Life 


David Betsch RAR 138 

Assistant Director: Residence Life 

[email protected] 

4-6132 

Andros I Residence Life Coordinator 

Annette Manson 

(Delta, Eta, Epsilon, Zeta) RAN122 

@housing.usf.edu 4-7334 

Andros II Residence Life Coordinator 

Ce‘era Horton 

(Kappa, Iota, Mu, Lambda, Theta) RAN122 


Argos Area Residence Life Coordinator 

Alexis Cole 

(Beta and Castor Halls) RAR137 


Cypress/Maple Residence Life Coordinator 

Greg Connell 

RCE107 


Greek Village Residence Life Coordinator 

Mark Bigelow GKY102 


Holly/.Kosove Residence Life Coordinator 

Valerie Kielmovitch HAH100 


Magnolia Residence Life Coordinator 

TBA MAH100 


Assistant Residence Life Coordinators (ARLC): 

Andros I 4-0937 RAN122 

Andros II 4-0933 

RAN122 

Castor 4-8098 RAR137 

Cypress 4-3840 

RCE107 

Holly 4-0496 HAH100 

Kosove 4-6815 HAH100 

Maple 4-1924 

RCE107 

Residence Hall Desks: 

To get in touch with the RA on Duty call: 

Beta 5-7401 

Castor 4-6737 

Cypress Suites A / B 5-7006/5-7020 

Cypress Apartments C / D 5-7015/5-7980 

Delta 5-7205 

Epsilon 5-8432 

Eta 4-6949 

Greek Village Desk 4-7503 

Greek Village RA pagers 201-7926 

201-8996 

Holly Apartments 4-7000 

Iota 5-1158 

Kappa 5-8777 

Kosove 4-5253 

Lambda 5-1160 

Magnolia Desk 4-0800 

Magnolia RA pager 201-0749 

Maple A / B 5-7080 & 5-7081 

Theta 5-1159 

Other Important Numbers: 

Advocacy Program 4-5757 

Motorist Assistance Program 4-3990 

Police—Emergency 911 

Police—Non Emergency 4-2628 

Residence Computer Office Help Desk 

4-0913 

Residence Hall Association 4-5341 

Housing and Residential Education 4-0001 

Housing Maintenance Office 4-3446 

Safe Team 4-SAFE 

Student Health Services 4-2331

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