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Rhea Law selected Vegan sushi comes Student engagement
as USF President to St. Petersburg surges after two
years of COVID-19
p. 3 p. 4 p. 7
CROW’S NEST
THE
THE STUDENT NEWSPAPER AT THE USF ST. PETERSBURG CAMPUS
Volume 58 | Issue 11 | March 28, 2022 | Online at crowsneststpete.com @CrowsNestStPete @USFCrowsNest @USFCrowsNest The Crow’s Nest at USFSP
It’s Texas for Tadlock
On June 17, Tadlock will officially end his six-year tenure as regional chancellor of USF St. Petersburg. COURTESY OF MARTIN TADLOCK
By Sofía García Vargas The search for the of the campus, Tadlock said including elevating student reason we exist. That’s the
Crow’s Nest Staff campus’s regional chancellor “why not?” success resulting in a 10% reason any university exists,”
A
was interrupted last summer At the time, the university point increase in retention Tadlock said. “I always learn
fter six years by the sudden retirement was going through yet another rate in 2018 (tracking the from students and I’m always
of serving the of former USF president shift in administration with percentage of students who in touch with them to know
University of Steve Currall, launching a Sophia Wisniewska’s abrupt attend their freshman year what life is like for them.”
South Florida St. Petersburg nation-wide search for the ousting in September of 2017. and return to the same school When asked if he preferred
community, Martin Tadlock university’s next leader and Not wanting the campus the following year), the teaching or the administration
is ready to say goodbye to his pushing back the finding of to suffer from leadership construction of the 375-bed side of the university, he
regional chancellor position Tadlock’s replacement. uncertainty, Tadlock residence hall Osprey Suites, said “I don’t know how to
and relocate to the Lone Star But now that Rhea Law accepted the position without the implementation of the answer.”
State. has been selected as president hesitation. campus food pantry and the He argues that the
June 17 marks his last day of USF, his time to leave “the “I knew that if I said no, creation of programs like administration continuously
on campus before packing ‘Burg” has come. it would be a very disruptive the UMatter program, the fights to benefit the student
up and moving to Sherman, Tadlock’s extensive time for this campus. And this PEARLS program and the body, but he misses teaching
Texas, to be closer to family. experience in higher campus historically has been Call Me MISTER program. in a classroom.
This date is long due, as he education, ranging from very disrupted,” Tadlock said. Additionally, Tadlock As to the challenges he
was supposed to step down at associate dean at Utah “I didn’t want the [students] contributed to the faced during his tenure,
the end of last year. State University to interim to go through another implementation of academic Tadlock said that the
However, in 2021 during president of Northeastern disruption, so I said yes.” clusters at the St. Petersburg constant revolving door in
the first in-person campus State University, made him Since then, he has made campus, which are expected leadership, consolidation
community forum in over a more than qualified for his sure to actively advocate for to provide a distinctive of the three USF campuses
year, Tadlock told those in first position at USF St. student success at the St. campus identity, destination and COVID-19 were “major
attendance he would retain Petersburg as regional vice Petersburg campus. programs, help attract more disruptors” for planning the
his current position beyond chancellor of academic affairs During his almost five students and meet needs in future of this campus.
Dec. 31 to help search back in 2016. years in the position, he Pinellas County.
for candidates for several When the time came to accomplished significant “[The students] are the
university positions. step up as regional chancellor victories for the campus, reason we are here. That’s the See TADLOCK on p. 2
March 28, 2022 THE CROW ’S NEST
2 NEWS TADLOCK
Continued from front page
“We had to rethink what “we are a very welcoming, frolicking around campus.
we thought was really inclusive place where people “Check out these
important, and how we could can feel safe, intellectually, guys spotted by our own
contribute to the rise of emotionally and physically.” Chancellor Tadlock,” the
USF and become part of a He also highlighted the post’s caption read.
research-intensive institution,” importance of the campus’s He is also widely known
Tadlock said. “You don’t want location, explaining the for being sentimental and not
to stagnate, but you do want distinct opportunities students hesitating to show it.
to be able to stabilize, get have by being so close to At Susan Churuti’s last
traction and move forward downtown St. Petersburg and Campus Board meeting on
in a very deliberate way the different organizations Feb. 3, Tadlock was moved to
that continually helps the within it. tears thanking Churuti for her
university meet the needs of “That makes us a different service and the “energy” she
students.” kind of place versus the other provided to the board.
However, he thinks that two campuses. We’ll hang Tadlock is leaving his
alongside his team, they have on to that difference, because peers at USF behind to
done “a pretty good job” geography makes us different. dedicate time to the pillar of
adjusting to those shifts. Attitudes make us different, his life –– his family.
In addition to those the local population makes us “I wouldn’t be anywhere
obstacles, Tadlock had to different, the city relationships without the family support.
endure direct attacks on make us different. All of those I mean, six universities and Tadlock stated that one of the things that mattered
his position when Currall things matter.” different positions and moves
proposed a “preliminary One of the things that has that we’ve had to make takes the most to him throughout his time at the
blueprint” that would wrest mattered the most to him its toll on a family,” Tadlock university is the people he has been able to meet
control of academics and throughout his time at the said as tears welled up in his and work with.
student affairs from Tadlock university is the people he has eyes. “At the same time, every
and transfer that to Tampa. been able to meet and work move we made has benefited
This would have left him with. someone in the family to a
to supervise only non- “The most rewarding significant degree. So, we feel
academic staff and “university [experiences] are all about the blessed by that.”
advancement” activities people. If you look at what “This strong family and
like fundraising and alumni kinds of things have been extended family that I’ve
relations. The proposal was done here, it’s the result of been fortunate to be a part of
met with huge opposition, the hard work of people that has sustained us all through
which put the idea to rest. really care about this place the different moves and
His personal life hasn’t and care about the students,” relocations that we’ve had to
been without hardships Tadlock said. “They come make. Without that support,
either. In 2019, his second here and put their efforts into there’s no way that any of this
son moved in with him that. And so being a part of could have worked.”
and his wife LaRae due that with them is the most He explained that besides
to a failing kidney from a rewarding thing. a job, the regional chancellor
previous transplant. After “[They] are also the most position became a “lifestyle”
COVID-19 slowdowns, the difficult thing to leave. In by dedicating more than 70
lack of finding a matching education we’re kind of used hours a week to the university
donor and a couple of to the academic cycle. So, you and the community. So, when
hospitalizations due to get to know people, you get the time came to step down,
complications, Tadlock’s son to know students, and then his family’s response was not
was able to find a match and they’re here for a few years, a surprise.
successfully undergo surgery and they move on.” “They are ecstatic, Tadlock is renowned for his sense of humor and for
last December. Tadlock is renowned for they can’t wait,” Tadlock sharing joy around campus.
During these trying his sense of humor and for said. “There’s a lot of with them and with the of someone in this role.”
times, Tadlock never showed sharing joy around campus. grandchildren involved and grandchildren and be a part of The search for St.
insecurity or doubt and as In the beginning of last lots of things that we’ve not their lives.” Petersburg campus’ new
described by his colleagues, year, he contributed his own been able to be a part of. My Fortunately for USF, regional chancellor is
provided “a steady hand on photos to the well-known oldest son lives in Wisconsin, Tadlock won’t be leaving the underway, with hopes
the wheel.” Instagram page my oldest daughter is in Idaho university for good as he will of having updates in the
Regarding what makes @squirrels_of_usfsp, a profile and my youngest daughter return as a faculty member to upcoming weeks and a
USF St. Petersburg such a created by senior biology is in Texas, so they’re all teach remotely in the doctoral decision made before the start
unique destination to students, major, Savannah Carr, ecstatic that we’ll finally program in education. of the fall semester, he said.
faculty and staff, he said that dedicated to the squirrels seen be able to spend some time Regarding his successor, “Martin is going to be
Tadlock emphasized the missed because of his passion
importance of finding for St. Petersburg and USF.
someone who will continue to You know when you speak
put students first. with him that what was in his
“I think it needs to be heart and what he does is for
someone that plans to be the individuals that make up
here for a while –– who cares this campus –– the students,
about students’ success first faculty and staff,” David
and puts the community right Rosengrant, St. Petersburg
alongside of that,” he said. Faculty Council chair, said.
“There’s a lot of great things “He was an advocate, and he
happening here, there’s a lot will be truly missed. He will
of great opportunities that never be able to be replaced
are coming as a result of St. with a capacity of what he
Pete’s rise and that individual was doing here.”
needs to become part of St.
Petersburg.” Nancy McCann
“They need to be a part of contributed to this report.
that rise and build this campus
out. Not to say that we need sgarciavargas@usf.edu
to be a big university campus
but be able to build on what’s
already here and take it Photos courtesy of
even higher. The probe, the Martin Tadlock.
position profile, they need to
understand it, and they need
to study it. And they need to
‘I wouldn’t be anywhere without the family support,’ Tadlock said. understand what is expected
March 28, 2022 THE CROW ’S NEST
board of trustees selects Rhea NEWS 3
Law as USF’s eighth president
By Sofía García Vargas Consequently, Weatherford what short-term and long-
Crow’s Nest Staff recommended Law to serve term problems they think
A
as interim president. the next president will face,
fter an extensive “USF is always moving how USF’s assets can best
seven-and-a-half- forward,” Weatherford wrote attract viable candidates, what
month search, the in the announcement. “That professional experience a
University of South Florida is why I am recommending candidate should possess and
Board of Trustees (BOT) an interim president who what personal qualities will
selected Rhea Law as the can inspire confidence while make the next president “a
institution’s eighth president. listening to and advocating strong cultural ‘fit’ with the
At last week’s three-hour for our students, faculty, staff USF community.”
long BOT meeting, both and community; who has the The feedback from
candidates –– Law and Lt. leadership skills to help us the survey allowed the
Gen. Jeffrey Talley –– were pragmatically move forward committee to create a 28-
given a final chance to on key issues; who respects page brochure that outlined
showcase their experience and the critical role of our faculty; USF’s prestige, opportunities
explain why they were the who understands and can help and challenges the next
best fit for the position. advance our strong research president could anticipate,
Following the presentation, enterprise and clinical characteristics the community COURTESY OF USF
the board discussed both expertise, and who has the expects from the next
candidates and several ‘Let’s get back to work,’ Law said after the
relationships across our president, and more.
members nominated Law region and our state to garner “The brochure that your announcement of her selection as president of USF.
based on her role as interim even more support for USF.” input helped us create is a
president since last July. controversial plans to develop eighth president.
On Aug. 2, the BOT tremendous showcase of the USF Forest Preserve. “Listening to President
“Based on experience unanimously approved Law USF that will make our
as well and what they bring In her letter of application, Law is organic. She knows
for the interim position. university stand out from Law stated that USF was at this university; she knows
to the table, my suggestion “It is truly my honor to the rest,” Mike Griffin, chair
would also be Rhea. The a turning point –– one that this community and she
serve USF in this capacity, of the Presidential Search required “steady leadership, understands the state,” one
biggest reason is because and it really allows me to give Committee and vice chair of
we’ve test drove [her] vision and purpose.” She member said. “There’s no
back to an institution who’s the BOT, said. also expressed her aspiration transition period issues.
basically for seven months. given so much to me,” Law In mid-February, Law
When you have a Seabiscuit to focus on “giving faculty, There’s no learning curve.
said. “I think you all know announced that she would be staff and students the tools When it comes to [Law], she’s
running in the derby, you that USF has been part of my applying for the permanent
don’t stop that horse,” trustee they need to maximize a proven leader and she has
life for the majority of my presidential position, despite success within this new been acting as a president
Lauran Monbarren said. life in all kinds of different continuous statements that
Then, the BOT reached paradigm,” “creating a culture for seven months now. And
capacities, and I have seen the she only intended to stay of inclusive excellence” and I would hate for that to stop
a unanimous decision in university grow and evolve temporarily.
selecting Law as USF’s next “building infrastructure for while somebody else needs
into the dynamic powerhouse “I would like to officially innovation.” to learn about our area, our
leader. of knowledge, innovation and express my interest in serving
“Rhea Law is the next Throughout the search, contacts and so forth.”
impact that it currently is.” as USF’s eighth president,” the committee built an Following the discussion,
president of the University of On Aug. 24, the BOT Law said. “When I was asked
South Florida,” BOT Chair 18-prospect pool, which the committee decided to
solidified its 15-member to serve as interim president was reduced to two at proceed with both Talley and
Will Weatherford said after Presidential Search of the University of South
the vote. a March 1 Presidential Law to the next step of the
Committee, including Florida seven months ago, I Search Committee meeting, presidential search –– with
With tears in her eyes, Law university and community pledged to create a smooth
was invited back to the room advancing Law and Talley to Talley receiving seven votes
leaders. The board also glidepath for the next chapter the final stage. and Law with an unanimous
after the decision. selected firm SP&A Executive of our university. At the time,
“This is more emotional On March 4, both decision.
Search to aid the committee I couldn’t have imagined candidates participated in On March 21, the
than I thought it was going to in attracting a diverse pool how pivotal this next chapter
be,” Law said. “Let’s get back an interview session with candidates visited all three
of presidential candidates. would be.” the committee in which USF campuses to meet with
to work. I look forward to Both the committee and “It would be a distinct
working with each and every they discussed subjects like faculty, staff, students and
the firm worked alongside honor to continue my service community engagement, community members to
one of you.” USF stakeholders to prepare to this community, which
“I couldn’t be happier for fundraising and resource explain why they were the
a job description for the has given so much to me. I development, diversity, best fit as the university’s next
you, your family and this presidential role, identify would like to share some of
university. You’ve earned athletics and promoting president.
and interview candidates and my vision for our university’s “OneUSF.” Law’s appointment
this,” Weatherford said. recommend a list of finalists pivotal next chapter –– a
The presidential search After the interviews, the awaits confirmation by the
for consideration by the BOT. new era of collaboration as committee evaluated each Florida Board of Governors
was launched following The search also included OneUSF.”
former USF president Steve candidate and provided during its meeting this week.
student, faculty, staff, alumni During her time as interim feedback on their answers.
Currall’s sudden retirement and community input through president, Law headed the
in July of last year –– making Most feedback provided by sgarciavargas@usf.edu
an electronic survey launched redevelopment of USF’s five- committee members leaned
it the shortest tenure in the on Sept. 20. The questions year strategic plan, “In Pursuit
university’s history. toward Law and the desire for
asked participants to explain of Excellence” and halted her to stay as the university’s
March 28, 2022 THE CROW ’S NEST
ARTS Local spotlight: House of Vegano
4 & LIFE brings vegan sushi to st. pete
Story and photos by mushrooms are marinated
Molly Ryan to mimic the savory flavors,
Crow’s Nest Staff garnished with plant-based
W
caviar and house-made
hen Thalia sauces.
Tatham went However, Tatham assured
vegan, she felt this is a part of a “slow
sushi was missing from her roll out” and that ramen,
life. Rather than quelling the dumplings, poke bowls and
craving, she adapted it — house salads will be making
thus, House of Vegano was their way to the menu. She
born. also plans to incorporate
After selling her products secret menu items.
at local pop-ups and markets According to Tatham,
and finding she was far from orders can also be modified
being the only vegan to miss to be soy or gluten free, “so
the cuisine’s distinct umami, there are no barriers for those
Tatham’s first physical with celiac or allergies.”
location opened its doors on Tatham’s dedication to
March 21. inclusivity goes beyond the
“The first week has been menu.
a whirlwind and I am in full A nod to 1980s “ballroom”
gratitude of all the love and culture, House of Vegano’s
support that we are being namesake draws from the
shown,” Tatham told The various “houses” that would
Crow’s Nest. not only compete in the
Located at 655 31st St. S. grandiose balls but would
in the Body Electric athletic allow queer people of color
House of Vegano owner Thalia Tatham first went vegan for health-related issues complex, House of Vegano a space to freely express
but has now found a passion in veganizing and adding unique twists to classic is around a 10-minute drive themselves.
sushi rolls. from the University of South The restaurant also
Florida St. Petersburg. features a mural and tribute
As vegan-friendly to Mexican painter Frida
restaurants continue to Kahlo, whose art famously
populate the area, House of challenged the notions of
Vegano distinguishes itself gender, class, identity and
through a vibrant atmosphere postcolonialism.
and high-top bar seating “Kahlo for me is a source
where customers can watch of strength and resilience,”
how the sushi-making process Tatham said. “There are
unfolds. hidden messages [in the
While many perceive sushi mural] — one being the name
as strictly seafood, House of of her last painting, ‘Viva la
Vegano aims to prove that Vida’ [or] ‘Long Live Life.’”
the classic flavors — as well Tatham, who was an
as Tatham’s unique twists — emergency medical technician
can exist outside the realm of prior to opening House of
tradition. Vegano, expressed that she
“Vegans often times feel first went vegan to treat lupus
like an option when entering — an autoimmune disease
the restaurants,” Tatham said. that causes inflammation
“Here, we cater to you.” in the body’s tissues and
Currently, House of organs. After her diet change,
Vegano is only offering its Tatham’s flare ups were
signature rolls which range “nonexistent.”
from $16 to $23 — the “For me transitioning [to
volcano roll, the spicy krab a plant-based diet] was for
roll, the caterpillar roll, the a change in my health, but
spicy vegan shrimp roll and ended changing my heart,”
the sweet potato summer roll Tatham said.
Tatham pays tribute to Mexican painter Frida Kahlo through a mural. For — wherein different fruits,
Tatham, Kahlo is a source of ‘strength’ and ‘resilience.’ vegetables and locally-grown mollyr5@usf.edu
(From left to right) the volcano roll, the sweet potato summer roll, the caterpillar House of Vegano is a 10-minute drive from USF St.
roll and the spicy vegan shrimp roll use marinated fruits, vegetables and Petersburg, located at 655 31st St. S. in the Body
mushrooms to mimic familiar flavors. Electric athletic complex.
March 28, 2022 THE CROW ’S NEST
‘Two-Phone’ Baby Keem brings ARTS
& LIFE 5
mosh pit to Jannus Live
Story and photos by in the mosh pit.
Anthony Rivera The rapper expressed his
Contributor gratitude for the atmosphere,
G
praising the crowd and the
rammy-nominated city of St. Petersburg.
hip-hop artist Baby “I will most certainly be
Keem shook up St. back,” Keem said. “This is
Petersburg’s Jannus Live for one of my favorite spots so
The Melodic Blue tour last far.”
Wednesday night. Keem was accompanied by
Despite the small stage, opening act Tanna Leone and
Keem found a way to DJ Scott Bridgeway.
incorporate special effects and The 21-year-old rapper
interact with the crowd during was born in Carson, Calif.
the sold-out show. and is the cousin of one of
From an array of lights rap’s most prolific individuals,
that matched the vibe of each Kendrick Lamar.
song to the smoke machines Following the release of
that went off at beat drops, his last album in September
the performance was nothing of 2021, “The Melodic Blue”
short of entertaining. landed the number five spot
The rapper performed hit in Billboard’s Top 200 as well
songs off his latest album, as four Grammy nominations
“The Melodic Blue,” such as — including Best Rap
“Family Ties,” “trademark Performance, Best Rap Song
usa,” and “booman.” He also for “Family Ties” (featuring
paid homage to his day-one Lamar) and Best New Artist.
fans with older songs in his
discography like “ORANGE Anthony Rivera
SODA” and “APOLOGIZE.” is a junior digital
Fans matched Keem’s communications and
energy as he performed, multimedia journalism
as a majority of the crowd major at USF St.
was either singing along or Petersburg.
throwing themselves around
March 28, 2022 THE CROW ’S NEST
Student Government Senate promotes
6 NEWS free Seizure First Aid Training
By Aubrey Carr science major. Senate
Crow’s Nest Staff Relations Committee
T
THE he University of
Chairwoman Amy Pham,
a sophomore biomedical
CROW’S NEST South Florida’s
Student Government
science major and SG’s vice
president-elect, sponsored the
(SG) Senate took a step resolution.
toward increased education “Shanon and Prema
Mission Statement on seizure safety and epilepsy reached out to me asking
The Crow’s Nest is committed to awareness. about writing a resolution
providing its readers with news In collaboration with regarding Seizure First Aid
relevant to the University of South
Florida St. Petersburg campus and its Epilepsy Foundation Florida and Training,” Pham said. “I
surrounding community. The Crow’s USF-Tampa (EFF USF-T), thought it was a wonderful
Nest abides by the highest ethical the SG Senate signed off on idea, so I met with them to go
standards and focuses on stories that
help readers make informed decisions the Seizure First Aid Training over what exactly a resolution COURTESY OF SHANON REGO
on current issues. We take seriously the Resolution on February 22. is, the process of writing a
public’s trust in our news reporting and According to the (Left to right) Prema Mansi Kallepalli, Amy Pham
strive to uphold the highest standards resolution and the process of
of reporting as defined by the Society resolution, EFF USF-T will passing a resolution through and Shanon Rego after the Seizure First Aid Training
of Professional Journalists. Opinions offer bi-weekly Seizure First the Relations Committee and Resolution hearing.
in this newspaper do not necessarily Aid (SFA) certifications to Senate.”
represent those of the administration,
interested students for free. organizing [SFA] training at some point in their life
faculty or student body. Resolutions are statements sessions on their campuses. and one in 10 people will
To receive a certificate, backed by the SG Senate,
participants are required to Within the Senate, we are experience a seizure,” she
Reach Us informing on critical issues working to organize a Seizure said.
complete a short pre-test, the impacting the student body.
USFSP Peter Ruby Wallace entirety of the SFA workshop First Aid Training session Rego concurred, stressing
“The Seizure First Aid for Senators from all three the importance of being
Center and a final test. Training Resolution is a way
Workshops educate campuses.” educated about epilepsy.
Office 110 to raise awareness on epilepsy Rego emphasized that, “Despite the high
261 Sixth Ave. S. participants on how to safely and promote seizure first aid
handle a situation in which a under consolidation, students prevalence of epilepsy, there
St. Petersburg, FL, 33701 training resources to the USF from all campuses were is this unwarranted stigma
person may have a seizure, community,” Pham said.
sgarciavargas@usf.edu as well as dismantle myths invited to attend SFA training. associated with it that impairs
While SFA training is “Since these sessions can the mental and physical
surrounding epilepsy and currently stationed at USF
Staff seizures. be held virtually, students health outcomes of those with
Tampa, EFF USF-T is from USF St. Petersburg can epilepsy,” he said.
The workshop is taught working to include the St.
Editor-in-Chief by EFF-certified instructors attend it at their convenience. “Seizures can happen to
Petersburg and Sarasota- While the current name of the anyone, anywhere, and at any
Sofía García Vargas and is available in-person or Manatee campuses in its
virtually. Each certification chapter focuses on the Tampa time. Thus, it is important that
sgarciavargas@usf.edu programming.
lasts for two years and is campus, we still follow the as many people as possible be
Managing Editor “[EFF USF-T] included a ’OneUSF’ idea,” Rego said. certified in SFA so that they
sponsored by the Centers for portion in the resolution that
Aubrey Carr Disease Control. According to Kallepalli, know what to do and what not
would send this resolution seizures are more common to do in the event someone
aubrey14@usf.edu The resolution was co- to the governors of USF than many think. Because of has a seizure,” Rego said.
News Editor written by EFF USF-T St. Petersburg and USF
President Shanon Rego, a this, Kallepalli believes every
Molly Ryan Sarasota-Manatee,” Pham student should get certified in aubrey14@usf.edu
senior cell and molecular said. “I’m hoping that once
mollyr5@usf.edu biology major, and Vice SFA.
the governors receive the “One in 26 people in the
Online Editor President Prema Mansi resolution, they will consider
Kallepalli, a junior biomedical U.S. will develop epilepsy
Now Hiring
Arts & Life Editor
Sophia George
USFSP wins national award for student health
george117@usf.edu By Aubrey Carr and accessible clinical
Crow’s Nest Staff services.
S
Op-Ed & Features Editor
The Wellness Center,
Now Hiring tudent welfare at the student-led organizations
University of South and the positive handling of
Florida St. Petersburg racial injustice during the
Staff Reporter was pushed to the forefront
Max Steele COVID-19 pandemic were
with a health-focused award. also recognized.
mksteele1@usf.edu The 2022 Active Minds “USF’s St. Petersburg
Creative Director Healthy Campus Award campus stands out for its
celebrates U.S. colleges passion about elevating
Baron Reichenbach
and universities for their student voices and
baronr@usf.edu
“continued effort to provide contributing to a diverse and
Multimedia Editor access to quality healthcare inclusive campus culture,”
Gavin Hadro and give equal priority and Alison Malmon, founder
gavinhadro@usf.edu investment to mental health.” and executive director of
Active Minds is a non- Active Minds, said in a press
EMILY WUNDERLICH | THE CROW’S NEST
Marketing Manager profit organization dedicated USF St. Petersburg earned the 2022 Healthy Campus
release. “USF St. Petersburg
Emma Mulcahy to promoting mental health is a model for prioritizing Award for its ‘access to quality healthcare.’
emmamulcahy@usf.edu amongst young people –– mental health for its students
specifically through peer-to- and Campus Recreation success at USF’s St.
Advisor and in facilitating proactive are. Drop-in mental health Petersburg campus, agreed the
peer interactions. resources on campus.”
Chelsea Tatham USF St. Petersburg consultations, sunset yoga award was well-deserved.
Zukowski After a brief disbandment and educational events on “The health and safety of
is one of five schools to due to COVID-19, USF St.
chelsea11@usf.edu receive the award alongside well-being related topics fill our students –– both physical
Petersburg’s chapter of Active up the campus’s calendar, and and mental –– is our top
Auburn University, Barstow Minds was reawakened last
Letters to the Editor Community College, Stevens I’m so grateful to have such priority,” Helton said. “Our
semester. wonderful resources provided team is truly passionate about
The Crow’s Nest accepts letters to
Institute of Technology and Kyra Kalodimos, a
Virginia Tech. by dedicated students and their work, and I’m delighted
the editor. All submissions should sophomore psychology professionals,” Kalodimos to see their efforts recognized
be no more than 500 words. Writers The award’s review panel major and president of St.
must include their full name. All chose USF St. Petersburg said in an interview with The with this meaningful award.”
letters are subject to editing for clarity Petersburg’s chapter of Active Crow’s Nest.
and length. Letters can be sent to
based on three key findings Minds, believed the campus’s
relating to the campus’s “I feel that even in times aubrey14@usf.edu
sgarciavargas@usf.edu with subject recognition was well- when I might feel alone and
title “Letter to the Editor.” quality of healthcare services deserved.
Because of high production costs, –– championing student lost, I always have someone
members of the USFSP community “I think it’s astonishing to lean on on campus.”
are permitted one copy per issue.
voices, proactively addressing how involved resources
systemic injustices and Patricia Helton, regional
Newspaper theft is a crime. like the Wellness Center vice chancellor of student
providing quality, responsive
March 28, 2022 THE CROW ’S NEST
Student life leaders speak on MISC.
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surge in on-campus engagement
By Sophia George we had about 100 people to Homecoming Week.
Crow’s Nest Staff show up. It was cool to see,” USF Week brings a lot of
R
Rampertab said. engagement –– we do big
eaching the two- Rampertab, who has been events like laser tag, and
year mark since a member of HAB since 2020, we give away a lot of free
COVID-19’s era highlighted the differences T-shirts, which always attracts
of lockdown and online in student enthusiasm and students.”
classes, the social fabric of the involvement before the Other USF St. Petersburg
University of South Florida pandemic and after lockdown. students made similar remarks
St. Petersburg has made a “I feel like we are getting about on-campus engagement
strong recovery. back to those pre-COVID-19 this year, such as Ashlee
Since last summer, the engagement numbers,” Torres, an English major and
campus has seen a surge in Rampertab said. first-year peer coach with
engagement due to the return Rampertab believes COMPASS.
of residential students, in- numbers particularly rose in “When I started, it was
person events and classes. the fall semester with many a ghost town on campus,
Student organizations like the first-time and transfer students everything was online.
Harborside Activities Board looking to engage and meet I’m really happy to see the
(HAB) and COMPASS peer new people on campus. liveliness back on campus COURTESY OF @USFHAB ON INSTAGRAM
coaches have been a guiding “Engagement definitely and things actually going on
force in strengthening campus HAB set up a table last July outside the University
increased in the fall. More again,” Torres said.
culture. students started going to Torres told The Crow’s Student Center to interact and connect with students
Joshua Rampertab, events, I went to a lot of them Nest that during the pandemic, face-to-face.
junior criminology major, as well. I think engagement peer coaches had to reach
lieutenant governor-elect and out about their interests at upcoming fall semester will
spiked a lot because people out to students virtually USF. I’m glad that this is bring even more engagement.
president of HAB at USF St. were bored of online classes –– whether that be through
Petersburg, leads many of back on campus because we This is the time when we
and events,” Rampertab said. email, texting or Microsoft can draw people towards us get first-time and transfer
the on-campus events and is In terms of the current Teams.
optimistic about the rise in and see the curiosity on their students, so there’s a lot of
semester, Rampertab says Clubs and organizations faces,” Torres said. intrigue and engagement
engagement this year. that despite being more have been able to slowly
“During COVID-19, we Torres predicts this is just as they navigate their new
easygoing, he does expect shift back to in-person the beginning of the increase campus.”
only had about 15 people high engagement in HAB’s engagement, including setting
showing up to our events in on-campus, face-to-face
upcoming events. up tables outside of the involvement, citing the fall
since it was all online. HAB “The spring semester is University Student Center.
george117@usf.edu
hosted the first in-person semester as a favorable time
more laid back, but we do “Now we can set up tables for more student engagement.
event since we came back have events coming up, like again, so we get to talk to
in-person last summer and “I think and I hope that the
USF Week which is similar students in-person and find
By Molly Ryan
Crow’s Nest Staff
MONDAY With the “Enemy.” The THURSDAY will run from 8 to 11 p.m. can be purchased at the
event runs from 3:00 to Located at 2201 First St. door or ahead of time on
Get to know the nature 4:30 p.m. in SLC 1400. End the month with S., the event costs $8 and Eventbrite.
surrounding campus at the Find more information or a bang at Campus will offer refreshments
Take Me to the Water(s) RSVP on BullsConnect. Recreation’s Banded to purchase. Tickets can
tour hosted by The Friends Booty Blast fitness class be purchased at the door SUNDAY
of Salt Creek. Sponsored from 7:00 to 7:45 p.m. or ahead of time through
by the Tampa Bay Estuary WEDNESDAY Join St. Petersburg student Eventbrite. Need some summer
program, the event provides and certified personal reads? The 39th Annual
an opportunity to explore For those looking to trainer Nathalie Dragwa Antiquarian Book Fair
Salt Creek and its wildlife. advance their meditation, in the SLC gym with just SATURDAY at The Coliseum (535
The event begins at 3 p.m. look no further than the a mat, a glute resistance Fourth Ave. N.) has
at Harbor Hall and it is Sound Bath Meditation band and your “Hot Girl Coastal Creative (see you covered. As one of
free and open to the public. hosted by reiki master Summer” inspiration in this address above) is back at the largest independent
Visit Eventbrite for more Lindy Romez on Gulfport free lower-body workout. it with another comedy antiquarian book fairs
information and to register. Beach. From 6:15 to 8:00 Find more information and competition, this time in the country, the event
p.m., the event located at RSVP on BullsConnect. bringing all-things-‘90s will offer attendees the
5730 Shore Blvd S. will nostalgia to the table at opportunity to browse
TUESDAY promote better mind-body What that Mouth Do. and purchase books of
connection through sound FRIDAY This throwback party lasts all kinds from 11 a.m.
Ever hit a roadblock healing. Participants are from 7 to 11 p.m. and will to 4 p.m. The event will
with that one relative expected to bring their own Do April Fool’s Day feature performances by also be held on Friday
when discussing opposing mats and any other items right at Coastal Creative’s local comics, a lip sync from 5 to 9 p.m. and
viewpoints? Learn how they wish to have during Comedy Competition. competition, trivia and Saturday from 10 a.m. to
to have meaningful the meditation. The event is At this event, 10 local and other on-theme games. 5 p.m. Tickets starting at
debates and purposeful free and open to the public. professional comics will Break out those jelly $1 can be purchased on
conversations with the Visit Eventbrite for more compete for the crowd’s shoes and wear your Eventbrite.
Office of Multicultural information. favor to be crowned the best ‘90s get-up for a
Affairs’ latest installment of funniest performer. Doors chance at winning “Best mollyr5@usf.edu
What’s the Tea: Steeping will open for the event Dressed” and a cash
at 7 p.m. and the show prize. Tickets are $15 and
March 28, 2022 THE CROW ’S NEST
8 SPORTS RETURN OF THE ROWDIES
Story and photos by for Indy’s midfielder Raul The Rowdies look to season against the Oakland
Max Steele Aguilera, the Rowdies repeat their recent success in Roots on April 2.
Scores Crow’s Nest Staff secured a 2-0 victory as the the regular season and achieve
A
home crowd celebrated the redemption in the playoffs. mksteele1@usf.edu
fter winning the win. Tampa Bay will hit the
USF Men’s Tennis Eastern Conference Tampa Bay’s hometown road for their next game of the
Date Teams Score title last season but team then traveled to Georgia
falling short in the final, the to face off against Atlanta
Mar. VCU at 4-3 (L)
Tampa Bay Rowdies kicked United 2, where the Rowdies
25 USF
off the 2022-2023 United dominated in a 3-0 shutout,
Mar. Cornell at 2-0 (W) Soccer League Championship
27
with more goals from
USF (USLC) season with a chip on Dalgaard and LaCava and
their shoulder and an eye on a season-first for forward
the prize. Steevan Dos Santos.
USF Women’s Tennis The Rowdies started the The Rowdies played their
Date Teams Score new season on the road, fourth game of the season
Mar. UH at USF 4-2 (W)
resulting in a 1-1 draw against last Saturday night against
25 the Birmingham Legion on Hartford Athletic, resulting in
March 13 with the team’s lone a 1-1 draw, with yet another
USF Women’s Softball goal coming from midfielder goal from LaCava, and a
Date Teams Score Sebastian Dalgaard. firework show after the match
The team returned to St. for the St. Petersburg crowd.
Mar. Canisius at 5-0 (W) Petersburg’s Al Lang Stadium The Rowdies kicked off the new season with a 2-0-2
The team’s offseason
22 USF for their home opener against moves — including re-signing record, with seven goals for, and only two against.
Mar. UCF at USF 5-2 (L) Indy Eleven on March 19. team captain Sebastian
25 With goals from forwards Guenzatti and acquiring loan
Mar. Juan Tejada and Jake LaCava, players, such LaCava and
UCF at USF 7-2 (L)
26 a shutout from goalkeeper Cochran — are seemingly
CJ Cochran and a red card paying off.
Mar. UCF at USF 3-0 (L)
27
Tampa Bay Lightning
Date Teams Score
Mar. Tampa at 3-2 (L)
22 Carolina
Hurricanes
Mar. Tampa at 3-2 (L)
24 Boston
Bruins
Mar. Tampa at 2-1 (W)
26 Detroit
Red Wings
Mar.
27
Tampa
at NY
4-1 (W)
USFSP students look forward to the
Islanders
return of professional baseball
By Max Steele huge loss to miss an entire
Schedules Crow’s Nest Staff season, especially when there
F
are discussions of the Rays
ollowing moving out of Florida.”
disagreements When asked about his
USF Women’s Softball between Major thoughts on the new deal,
Date Teams League Baseball (MLB) Zingale believes the athletes
owners and the MLB Players got what they deserved and
Apr. 1 USF vs East Association that forced a
Carolina “it’s important that players
lockout spanning over three advocate for themselves.”
months, the two parties finally Grace Bailey, a digital
USF Men’s Baseball
reached a tentative deal on communication and
Date Teams March 10. multimedia journalism
Mar. USF vs Bethune- The new collective major and Tampa Bay Rays’
29 Cookman bargaining agreement raises employee since 2017, stated COURTESY OF @RAYSBASEBALL ON TWITTER
the minimum salary, allows that she “was really excited
more money for younger After a 99-day lockout that threatened the start of
USF Women’s Tennis when they finally reached an the season, the MLB is officially back in business with
players, expands the post- agreement.”
Date Teams season to 12 teams, gives Opening Day set for April 7.
“It was definitely
Apr. 1 USF vs Rice incentives for teams that frustrating when the MLB ground and save the season.” and talented players, such
promote top prospects, started canceling spring “Baseball means so much as shortstop Wander Franco,
increases payroll thresholds, games. I was worried this year to me,” Whitcomb said. I believe this season could
Tampa Bay Lightning improves benefits for retired was going to be like the 60- “From playing it for over 16 be very special and I look
Date Teams players and more. game season in 2020.” Bailey years of my life, I enjoy every forward to taking it all in,”
In other words, said. “The lockout hit fans aspect of the game.” Whitcomb said.
Mar. 29 Carolina professional baseball is back, pretty hard because teams Whitcomb believes The league’s season is
Hurricanes at Tampa relieving worried fans across couldn’t post any content the passion for baseball is set to start on April 7 with
Apr. 1 Chicago the nation, including Tampa about players, so it was hard continuing to grow in St. Opening Day ceremonies,
Bay Rays fans and students to stay engaged.” Petersburg and a prolonged followed by the Rays’ first
Blackhawks at
at the University of South Shaun Whitcomb, an lockout — limiting TV, social game of the season a day later
Tampa Florida St. Petersburg. education major and former media and other revenue against the Baltimore Orioles
“I was really happy to baseball player at Milligan opportunities — would have at Tropicana Field.
Apr. 2 Montreal
learn that the season was College, stated that “the new been detrimental for the
Canadiens at Tampa going to be played,” mass deal makes a lot of sense organization. mksteele1@usf.edu
communications major Chris for the players” and was “The Rays are a quality
Zingale told The Crow’s relieved to find out the two team that bring excitement to
Nest. “It would’ve been a sides “could come to a middle this area. With so many young
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