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Jan 10, 2024 | 
usforacle.com | Christina Falls |Marcelene Pilcher
“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” This Romans 8:28 Bible verse gives freshman and political science and criminology major Alice Messiah hope during tough times. College students nationally have been battling astronomically high , according to the National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments. Thankfully, faith-based clubs on campus can help students find hope.
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Nov 30, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Rachel A. Beard |Marcelene Pilcher |Anna Gustafson
On Nov. 9, the Florida Board of Governors (BOG) voted in favor of a proposal, introduced by Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz Jr., that would remove Principles of Sociology as part of the state’s general education requirements. Sociology is a vital part of higher education, and this decision will inevitably have detrimental effects on the students and the university.
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Nov 28, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Rachel A. Beard |Marcelene Pilcher |Anna Gustafson
Looking around a college classroom, you typically expect to see people in their late teens and early twenties – but that may not be the norm for much longer. USF recently joined the international Age-Friendly University Global Network. It received the “age-friendly” designation for its research into aging and dedication to providing classes, workshops and networking events to individuals aged 60 and up.
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Nov 20, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Anna Gustafson |Marcelene Pilcher |Abigail Nichols
More than five million people visit the Florida Keys each winter, according to Travel and Leisure. As we approach the holidays and the long-awaited winter break, many USF students will flock to the beaches for a tropical holiday season. Perhaps the only benefit of global warming is that beach weather persists through much of South Florida’s winters. After record water temperatures this summer, Florida reefs experienced unprecedented bleaching. This is when corals expel the algae they house, .
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Nov 16, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Abigail Nichols |Marcelene Pilcher |Anna Gustafson
USF’s Black enrollment has decreased by 0.9% since 2020. Many students are questioning USF’s desire to address this decline. “The decrease in Black student enrollment is unfortunate because it gives people of other groups an advantage,” Feyi Ogbeibu, senior accounting major, said in an Oct. 25 article by The Oracle.
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Nov 15, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Beatriz Gonzalez |Beatriz González |Marcelene Pilcher |Aaron Mammah
Women’s’ sports are often overlooked in both college and national-level athletics. At USF, though, women’s soccer coach Denise Schilte-Brown is seen in high regard due to her long-term successful tenure. Her 17-season stint has come to an end and she is moving on to her next endeavor as the new coach for Tampa Bay’s first USL women’s team. It leaves behind the question of who will continue the legacy she has built as a coach.
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Nov 13, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Marcelene Pilcher |Anna Gustafson |Rachel Beaird
Between increased housing costs, an on-campus mental health crisis and a class divided by socio-political conflict, USF students have faced unprecedented challenges this semester on top of pursuing their degrees. Thanksgiving break is a well-earned pause in some of this semester’s chaos. While it may be a holiday cliche, giving thanks is an effective way to steel yourself against the stress and struggle of modern life.
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Nov 9, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Abigail Nichols |Marcelene Pilcher |Rachel Beaird
The “fascist” Republicans and “sexual groomer” Democrats rule the political theater, convincing their followers that the other side is malicious. In this tense world of politics, debating helps people discover commonalities. This is why USF College Democrats President Tyler Tone and USF College Republicans Executive Director Ethan Vaubel partnered up to host a collaborative debate on Tuesday – welcoming all donkeys, elephants and independents.
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Nov 8, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Rachel Beaird |Marcelene Pilcher
Stopping for coffee on the way to class, grabbing lunch on the way home or going to dinner for a special occasion, one thing is for sure – you’re going to be asked to tip. It is standard practice to tip servers at sit-down restaurants anywhere from 15-20%. Now, coffee shops, cafes and fast food restaurants have started to this same generosity. Employers need to pay their employees reasonable wages rather than over-relying on customers to make up the difference in tips.
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Oct 30, 2023 | 
usforacle.com | Rachel Beaird |Marcelene Pilcher |Anna Gustafson
The depersonalization of the shopping experience started with self checkouts, which make up 40% of checkout options. A new advancement has made its way into the spotlight – unstaffed, AI-run stores. USF’s new AI-powered convenience store, 813 Quick Eats, opened over Labor Day weekend. Some students have complained that the shopping experience wasn’t as smooth as expected. This new store sets a dangerous precedent for the university.
