Discover the Top 10 Unbelievable Fun Facts About USF That Will Blow Your Mind!

1. Rocky the Bull's Makeovers

If you thought life was tough keeping up with the Kardashians, try keeping up with Rocky the Bull's ever-changing looks over the years: The original Rocky was crafted as a cartoon back in 1965 for USF Athletics newsletters, only to be trademarked in 1974, and had a '80s makeover in 1986 before finally being reborn in his current, fan-favorite design in 2003 that led him to snatch the 2013 Capital One Mascot of the Year award with an undefeated record.
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2. USF's Unique Color Palette

Feeling green or golden? Step aside, ROYGBIV, the University of South Florida is coming through with a whole new level of color coordination: the official USF color palette consists of shades like green, gold, white, sand, evergreen, and a few accent tones such as lemongrass, apple, teal, seaglass, storm, silver, and slate. Perfectly matched across all forms of media, they even have a metallic gold foil stamp for formal printed items, making their branding truly "au-some"!
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Did you know a single honey bee only lives for six weeks and produces just 1/12th teaspoon of honey? Yet, an entire hive can travel 40,000 miles to make one pound! Discover more fascinating facts about these hardworking insects. 🐝✨

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3. The House that Fun Built

Legend has it that the Phyllis P. Marshall Center was originally named "The House that Fun Built," owing to its creator's knack of breathing life into USF's social scene by conjuring student clubs, spirited Greek life, and alley cats striking out at bowling leagues: In reality, the center was renamed in 1994 in honor of its dedicated leader, Phyllis P. Marshall, who served as the university's student center director from August 1976 to June 1994 and remains a symbol of student life for generations of Bulls.
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4. USF Bulls Racing Team

What do students and race cars have in common? They both rely on speed and engineering to get ahead of the pack! Unleash the USF Bulls Racing Team: a diverse group of University of South Florida students designing and building single-seat race cars for the annual Formula SAE competition. Their recent feats include finishing third in the business presentation event and top 10 for acceleration. The event serves as an adrenaline-packed convention for future automotive professionals. Check their latest updates on their official website, Facebook, and Instagram accounts – it's a wheely good time!
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5. ResearchOne: Tinkering Central

Where do brilliant minds go to tinker, and maybe build an occasional Franken-gadget or two? Why, USF's very own ResearchOne center, of course: A haven for academic masterminds crossing from the world of social sciences to engineering and technology, where groundbreaking discoveries and clever inventions comingle to make the world a better place!
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6. Ice Bulls: Hockey with Heart

Who knew college puckhandlers had hearts bigger than the gloves they constantly drop? The University of South Florida Ice Bulls are the triple threat of collegiate hockey, with a philanthropic twist: These Division II ice warriors have a history of skating rings around their competition, winning the College Hockey South championship four times, while simultaneously building homes with Habitat for Humanity and delivering hope to both children and hockey fans alike through their 501(c)(3) non-profit status.
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7. USF's Botanical Wonderland

Who needs breadcrumbs when you've got botanicals? Follow the flutter of wings and the scuttle of tiny reptile legs to discover a fantastical flora and fauna haven right on campus: The USF Botanical Gardens is home to not only a stunning assortment of plant species, but also serves as a stomping ground for gopher tortoises, a paradise for butterfly populations, and a birdwatcher's dream with over 60 species of birds coexisting in pure, feathered harmony.
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8. USF Olympians

When they're not dashing to classes faster than a speeding bullet or leaping tall buildings in a single bound, some USF alumni have been known to take their superpowers to the world stage: 16 former USF students have competed as athletes in the Olympic Games, showcasing their talent in sports ranging from track and field to volleyball.
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9. Bull-funded Alumni Association

Who needs to crowdfund when you can "Bull-fund"? That's right, the USF Alumni Association is powered by their very own livestock of Bulls: Graduates who go on to join the Association, self-fund their alumni support programs, and help steer the future herd in the right direction! Now that's a sustainable moo-vement: The USF Alumni Association is primarily self-funded, thanks to its loyal members who contribute to various programs, scholarships, services, and activities, safeguarding the value of their degrees, and supporting future Bulls on their way to the grazing ground of success.
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10. USF's Mini United Nations

As a veritable melting pot of educational endeavors, USF might just give the United Nations a run for their money: boasting a student body representing over 130 different countries and a multicultural center on campus.
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