Hello MIMbers!. . . . We are excited to announce Minorities in Medicine has partnered with the nonprofit organization Meals on Wheels! The organization believes seniors have the right to live independently in the comfort of their own homes. Therefore their mission is to provide homebound seniors in Tampa with fresh nutritious meals and a daily visit from volunteers.. . . . WHERE: 5320 North Blvd, Tampa 33603. . WHEN: Friday, March 7th from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. . WHAT: Once everyone arrives, we will quickly go through an orientation and how to read the route sheet that includes turn by turn directions, recipients’ names, addresses, phone numbers and special instructions. Then you will load up your cars with hot bags and coolers and off you go!  Routes take about an hour and a half to complete and we should be done by noon. . . . If you are intrested please fill out the google form below which has more information about the event and specific directions to sign up. If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to reach out to us, (matthewlim1@usf.edu) we'll be happy to answer any. We look forward to volunteering with you and working together towards a happier and healthier senior community!  --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1973115

*IMPORTANT: TRANSPORTATION CANNOT BE GUARANTEED*. . . . Have a interest for gardening or want to try something new? Join us at the community garden in Ybor.. . . . Rotaract, with WellBuilt City, helped create this community garden from scratch in 2022 in one of the most needed zip codes.. . . . Tasks:. . -Maintaining the garden. . -Help with planting and fertilizing the plants. . . . Be prepared to get dirty!. . . . Pleasure be sure to have:. . -Closed toed shoes. . -Dress for the weather. . -Water. . . . If you have any questions contact event leader Angela Atta-Armah at attaarmaha@usf.edu. For questions the day of, contact Jessica Brenner at jeccabrerr@gmail.com or 702-809-7505. . . . If you are in need of a ride, please reach out to the GroupMe at least 3 days in advance. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1972774

Hey Bulls! Join us at WellFed community food pantry in conjunction with UACDC! We will be distributing free, nutritious food to those in need in the community.. . . . IMPORTANT: Please sign up through: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4eadaa2ba2fec70-harvest#/ (signing up for this event will automatically redirect you here). . This event will be at Harvest Hope Park (13704 N 20th St Tampa, FL, 33613), about a 5 minute drive away from campus every Friday from 9am-11am. The Red Line at Bullrunner goes close to this park, just across the street.. . . . If you have any questions beforehand contact service chair Angela at attaarmaha@usf.edu. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1973903

Please join us on March 7th to learn more about Transient Pressure Sensing, Microplastics and More!. . . . Guest speaker: Benjamin Yoakum, Research and Innovation Project Manager, Orange County, FL --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1979074

Staff from the Office of International Services will introduce what to consider when applying for Curricular Practical Training (CPT), used to do internships, and Optional Practical Training (OPT), which permits work in the U.S. after graduation, as well as how to apply for these practical training opportunities. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1975948

Jeepney 2 Jax is a weekend of cultural excursion at the University of North Florida. The Jeepney is a cultural symbol of the Philippines, which are also referred to as the "King of the Road." This event celebrates the beautiful and diverse culture of the Philippines as it will showcase the amazing talents of the Filipino community at the University of North Florida, the city of Jacksonville, and other participating Filipino Student Associations (FSAs) across Florida. The Association of Filipino Students at the University of South Florida will be tabling for their philanthropy Gawad Kalinga, which aims to end poverty in the Philippines. This philanthropy group is also shared by the FSA at UNF. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1975895