Bridges International. We gather daily for energetic meetings with live music and engaging speakers (former international students who have gone on to be successful in their fields) to help prepare us for life, academics and careers. You will have a significant conversation about purpose and direction. As part of the conference we will also explore Dallas, TX, discovering a new American city through touring and fun activities. We will have times of dancing, karaoke, games, a talent show, big New Year's Eve party to cap things off and so much more! Vision is a great place to make new friends, grow, network, and have a fun experience of a lifetime!. . . . We will leave on our road trip Dec 27 and return Jan 2. For more info and to register for the conference go to VisionConf.com. (Register on BullsConnect to express your interest so we can get funds to help cover travel expenses). If you have any questions or need financial assistance for the conference, contact our Student Org Director @ ed.north@cru.org. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1968800

Powerlifting practice is a dedicated time for any experience level of powerlifter to come and workout in the REC with our club! --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1969595

The Student Veterans of America® National Conference (“NatCon” as we like to call it) is the largest gathering of student veterans anywhere in the world. With SVA chapters at nearly 1,600 campuses across the U.S. and in several countries abroad, NatCon serves as a focal point in the academic year to share ideas, best practices, and network with student veterans, military-connected students, their families, supporters, and allies, as well as corporate, government, and nonprofit partners, and more! --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1968272

he USF Education Abroad Office and. . Professor Elizabeth Ricketts-Jones will be hosting an information session about the exciting opportunity to study in Ireland in Summer 2025. Come study Irish literature in Ireland for an unforgettable opportunity to soak up natural beauty, learn unique history, and discuss compelling stories!Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YjMxNTQ5NzgtYTljMC00NDE4LWFkNTYtYzk4NWVmMDhjMTI1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22741bf7de-e2e5-46df-8d67-82607df9deaa%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2281717e1c-b885-47d6-af8b-e3365ca9b50c%22%7d --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1968700

Are you a Postdoc or Graduate Student looking to improve on your writing skills? Writing Wednesday is the time for you! Join us if you are looking for a space to write your important academic papers (Journal Articles, Fellowships, Candidacy Proposals, Theses, Dissertations, ETD formatting, etc...).. . . . If you need more information or have questions, please email Dr. Tracy Costello at tcostello111@usf.edu. . . . This event is hosted by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1961770

Wake Up Tampa Bay is a mindfulness and meditation group for people aged 18 to 35.. . . . Come join us for our biweekly meditation and discussion in the Lotus Hall of the Florida Community Of Mindfulness Practice Center (~20-25 minutes from USF Tampa Campus). . . . . We will guide you through a 20-30 minute sitting meditation, followed by 10 minutes of walking meditation. Then we will read from a Dharma book together, discuss the teachings and share how we apply them to our life.. . . . Afterwards we will have tea and snacks downstairs in the Sangha Hall.. . Arrive late or leave early as needed. There is no charge for this event.. . There will be a greeter outside from 6:45-7:00 to direct you to the proper building.. . . . *COVID-19 Update: FCM welcomes all individuals to attend our events in person, regardless of vaccination status. Masks are not required, although people may choose to mask at any time. We ask members and non-members to please stay home if they are currently experiencing any signs of any transmissible illness, including COVID-19.. . . . *All Wake Up Tampa Bay events are alcohol, drug, and animal product free. Everyone aged 18 to 35 is welcome, but we ask that all who come do so with a clear mind and an open heart. Please leave cynicism and offensive speech at the door, and if you are intoxicated or otherwise under the influence, we ask that you wait for another time to join us.. . . . The building's address is difficult to see. It is an old church painted green. If you are coming from Hillsborough Ave. turn right one Lambright just past the Swann Motel. If you are coming from Busch, turn left on Lambright just before the Swann Motel. We are your first left off of Lambright.. . . . For more info, visit:. . http://www.floridamindfulness.org/WakeUpTampaBay. . . . https://www.meetup.com/Wake-Up-Tampa --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1958095