The Oracle

The Oracle is a well-known student-operated newspaper located on the Tampa campus of the University of South Florida. Since its founding in 1966, this respected publication has been a valuable platform for aspiring journalists and individuals committed to the principles of a free press.

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USF advances to NCAA tournament off first AAC title win

4 days ago | usforacle.com | Mithil Vyas |Noah Vinsky |Tobey Blair |Will Rainsberger

USF softball has had an eventful past few days. From winning its first-ever American Athletic Conference title on Saturday to earning a spot in the Tallahassee regional for the NCAA tournament on Sunday, the Bulls have had a stretch to remember. Now, they look to ride the momentum into the postseason. Related: USF softball dominates Memphis, sweeps weekend seriesThe team didn’t have long to celebrate Saturday’s 5-4 victory over North Texas.
How funding cuts are affecting USF student orgs, depts

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Maria Cortes |Anamaria Gomez-Arrigo

For Carolina Gutfreund, next year’s cuts to student organization funding won’t just shrink the Botanical Gardens Club’s budget — they’ve led her to step down as its president. “The idea of it being bad was just making me so sad because we put a lot of effort into our events,” said Gutfreund, a junior English and interdisciplinary social sciences major. Gutfreund has been part of the Botanical Gardens Club for three years.
Column: My favorite USF sports moments as a student journalist

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Joshua Hightower |Mithil Vyas |Noah Vinsky |Tobey Blair

As my time at The Oracle comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the stories that have stuck with me the most. Looking back at my work, there are three instances I can say defined my one year as a sports writer. These stories go beyond the headlines, and instead capture the essence of what journalism means to me. No. 3: Sammie Puisis’s statement gameSammie Puisis is one of the all-time greats in USF women’s basketball history.
OPINION: Getting public records at USF is too difficult

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Lily Belcher |Lia Marsee |Liv Baker

Between budget cuts, a crackdown on immigration and pushback on diversity, equity and inclusion programs, USF is participating in a slew of changes it won’t brag about. Without public records, tuition-paying students, corporate donors and university employees may not know what programs and procedures the university is participating in. But getting my hands on these records has been the most challenging part of my two years as a news writer at The Oracle.
USF approves $407 million price tag for stadium, related infrastructure

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Noah Vinsky |Mithil Vyas |Madyson Fryer |Tobey Blair

The USF Board of Trustees approved a $407 million expenditure for USF’s 35,000-seat on-campus stadium and other associated projects during a Tuesday meeting. The stadium will cost $348.5 million. It’s a slight jump from the previous price of $340 million the board approved in June 2023. The motion passed unanimously with little discussion. Site preparation in Sycamore Fields first began in February.
USF students reflect on preparedness following FSU shooting

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Maria Cortes |Anamaria Gomez-Arrigo |Joana Riva

When confetti and champagne popped near the MSC Amphitheater during an Acts of Kindness event on April 24, Ashley Messer froze – afraid she was hearing gunshots. “All I could think for the rest of the event was that I just stood there like a deer in headlights,” said the junior English major. “I didn’t run, I didn’t hide. I just stood there frozen.
USF assembles DOGE task force to dig up ‘unnecessary’ spending

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Clara Garcia |Clara García |Joana Riva |Isabella Oefelein

USF has assembled a task force to promote “efficiency, transparency and strategic reinvestment” among university departments and staff. The team will be responsible for managing Florida State Department of Governmental Efficiency requests at USF, according to public records obtained by The Oracle. Gov. Ron DeSantis the Florida DOGE in February to “identify and eliminate unnecessary spending, programs, courses, staff and any other inefficiencies” in state universities.
USF Faculty Senate opposes UP, ICE partnership

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Camila Gomez |Joana Riva |Isabella Oefelein

The USF Faculty Senate called on USF leadership to withdraw University Police from an agreement with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that will allow campus police to enforce immigration laws. During a special Faculty Senate meeting on Friday, senators expressed concerns over how USF’s international community – faculty and students alike – would be affected by the agreement, which has not yet taken effect.
USF men’s basketball touts 66th recruiting class in nation

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Tobey Blair |Mithil Vyas |Madyson Fryer |Noah Vinsky

Newly-hired Bulls basketball coach Bryan Hodgson was touted by many as a recruiter. Thirty-one days into his tenure and five added transfers later — recruiter seems to be an apt title. Hodgson, who was hired on March 28 from Arkansas State, gained his recruiting reputation in the world of college basketball during his time as an assistant at Alabama. As the deadline to enter the transfer portal came to a close Tuesday, USF’s recruiting class ranked 66th in the country.
USF’s Perry, Hawthorne land with NFL teams after draft

2 weeks ago | usforacle.com | Noah Vinsky |Mithil Vyas |Madyson Fryer

The New York Giants announced they will be signing Bulls offensive tackle RJ Perry as an undrafted free agent on Sunday. The signing comes a day after the NFL draft concluded, which saw no USF players selected for the seventh consecutive year. Undrafted free agents sign three-year deals that pay $840,000 annually, which is the league minimum in 2025. Related: NFL draft prospects from USF to watch out forPerry started all 12 games last season and was the anchor behind a prolific running attack.