OCTOBER 13, 2025

CelebrateUSF is USF’s biggest weekend for families, alumni, and students! Full of activities such as the Mass of the Holy Spirit, Community Welcome BBQ, Presidential Inauguration, Food and Music Festival, an engaging Silk Speaker Series conversation with Academy Award-winner Kevin Costner, and more on the weekend of Oct. 16–19.

Wednesday, Oct. 15
5:30–7 p.m. | Fromm Hall, Berman Room

This series of Level Up with BASE will focus on your future with plans for study abroad, featuring Shawn Dillard, program director of short-term programs and immersions, and undergraduate and graduate student leaders who have experienced study abroad opportunities at USF! Register now »

This event is open to all USF community members.

Wednesday, Oct. 15 
7–9 p.m. | Intercultural Center, UC 411/412

Join the Cultural Centers for some Y2K fall nostalgia, DIY caramel apples, potion making, spell manifestation, tarot card readings, and more! Come in your comfiest fall clothes.

This event is open to all USF community members.

Thursday, Oct. 16 
11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. | KA 499 

Interested in opportunities to study abroad in South Korea? Learn more about the process of applying and earning credits toward your degree.

Thursday, Oct. 16 
11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. PDT | LM 100 or Zoom 

Join the Office of Antiracism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for a panel discussion and Q&A as we explore ways we can collectively invest in well-being and belonging across campus. Open to all USF community members in person and via Zoom. Register now »

Thursday, Oct. 16 
6–7 p.m. | Intercultural Center, UC 411/412 

Make community with international students at the Cultural Centers. All USF students are welcome. Enjoy a night of fun trivia from around the globe. Come snack, play, and win!

Friday, Oct. 17
10:30–11:30 a.m. | St. Ignatius Church 

Celebrated yearly at Jesuit educational institutions worldwide, this tradition marks the beginning of the new academic year. This year, at USF, it will also celebrate the inauguration of President Salvador D. Aceves ’83, EdD ’95. Following the Mass, continue the celebration at a community barbecue on Welch Field.

This event is open to all USF community members.

Friday, Oct. 17 | 1–2 p.m. & 2–3 p.m.  Intercultural Center, UC 411/412

The Cultural Centers are excited to introduce you to the IC Couch Talks. These hangout sessions are all about creating a space for all USF students to discuss culture, music, and media. From topics like music and cultural identity to media censorship and the state of the world, we’ve got the space — just bring the conversation!  

Sunday, Oct. 19 
5–6:30 p.m. | Intercultural Center, UC 411/412 

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day while honoring Native American and Pacific Islander cultures through food, storytelling, and dance! The Cultural Centers invite you to share a rice dish and stories from your culture. All USF community members welcome. 

The Phoenix is a weekly e-newsletter sent by Student Leadership and Engagement to help students stay connected and get involved. It features campus events, leadership opportunities, athletic games, workshops, retreats, and more. Why “The Phoenix” title? The Phoenix has long been associated with the history and growth of USF as well as St. Ignatius, who encouraged followers to “go forth and set the world on fire.” Learn more »