Welcome to University of South Florida Orientation

…and Into Our Bull Family!

We are thrilled your student has selected the University of South Florida for their college experience! Your family will find that USF is a special place filled with faculty and staff ready to help, coach, and support your student. We have designed this handbook to supplement what you will learn during Orientation, provide you with a handy resource to deepen your understanding of the university community, and assist you in supporting your student’s college experience.

USF views you as a valued partner. Research shows that family involvement is critical to student success. We find that students benefit when they have family supporters who encourage them to take responsibility for their actions and experience. To help guide some important conversations you’ll likely want to have with your student throughout the year, check out the “Family Conversation Starters” located throughout this handbook.

In addition to the team you will meet during Orientation, you will find teams on all of our campuses that are ready to provide you, our families, with support throughout your student’s time at USF. We are here to assist, guide, and walk alongside you during your journey as a USF family member. Our campus teams look forward to the moments we will share throughout your student’s time at USF!

Go Bulls!