JANUARY 20, 2025

Explore everything USF has to offer during the Weeks of Welcome (WOW). The exciting events and fun programs run from Jan. 21 – Feb. 4. Times and locations vary so check out the schedule and find awesome opportunities to get involved and make new friends! Schedule »

Tuesday, Jan. 21
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | UC 1st Floor

Don’t miss the Welcome Back Fest: Campus Resource Fair! Meet new people, explore campus resources, and grab free swag as you kick off the spring semester at USF!

Wednesday, Jan. 22
1–2 p.m. | UC 411/412, Intercultural Center

Come to the first Cafe International of 2025! Cafe International is a community space for international students to mingle, bond, and find support at USF. Lunch will be provided!

Thursday, Jan. 23
11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. PST | UC 505 and Zoom

There is still time to join an immersion program this summer! You can discover new cultures, earn credit, and make lasting memories. Join an info session to explore short-term study abroad programs. Free pizza is included. Adventure tastes better with a slice. Applications close on Feb. 1.
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Thursday, Jan. 23
6–8 p.m. | UC 411/412, Intercultural Center

You are cordially invited to a night of mystery and mischief! Meet new people and work together to solve the mystery of who did it. No experience is required!

Jan. 25 and 30, Feb. 13 and 22
Times Vary | Maier Room, Fromm Hall 110

Join USF's Department of Public Safety and First 5 Minutes for a free self-defense workshop series. This module will cover fundamental physical evasion and verbal de-escalation skills suitable for individuals of all experience levels to safely disengage from potential confrontations. Register now »

Saturday, Jan. 25
5–6:45 p.m. | Kalmanovitz Hall Atrium

USF men’s basketball is hosting AAPI Night on Saturday, Jan. 25. You are invited to a pre-game celebration hosted by the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Center. After the reception, everyone will walk to War Memorial Gym for the game.

Saturday, Jan. 25
7–9 p.m. | War Memorial Gym

Cheer on the men's basketball team as they take on the San Diego Toreros and celebrate our AAPI community. Students get in free with their student ID.

Friday, Jan. 31
Times Vary | Zoom

Take Gallup’s CliftonStrengths Assessment and explore your top five strengths. This workshop will help you explore your unique talents, learn about the talents of others, and identify how to apply your talents toward your educational, career, and personal goals. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 11:59 p.m.
Register now »