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October 13
Tuesday
October 14
Wednesday
October 15
Thursday
October 16
Friday
October 17
Saturday
October 18
Homecoming Kickoff & Color the campus
Monday, October 13 | 1:00PM - 5:00PM | Marshall Student Center Atrium & Amphitheater
Join us as we kick off ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Homecoming Week and help us paint the town green and gold at the 2025 Homecoming Kickoff & Color the Campus event!
Starting at 1:00pm, see performances and speeches from the President, Rocky D. Bull, Herd of Thunder,
and ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Spirit Squad as we kickoff Homecoming week with activities, giveaways, and
food. This event is free for ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ students and the community.
Students! Stay after the kickoff to prep campus for Homecoming by painting windows in the
Marshall Student Center and strategic locations around campus. *Art submissions are now closed. If you or your friend group didn't submit a design
in advance, you may be paired with groups that pre-registered.
Sponsored and brought to you by the Campus Activities Board within the Center for Student Involvement.
charit-a-bull food drive
Monday, October 13 - Friday, October 17 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | Donations Accepted at the Marshall Student Center
Drop off non-perishable donations to The Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement (MSC 3302). All donations go to the Feed-A-Bull Pantry on campus.
High Need: Tuna or salmon, Peanut butter, Breakfast foods (cereal, oatmeal, etc.), Rice, Pasta,
Pasta sauce, Canned soup, Hygiene products
Medium Need: Snack items (popcorn, pretzels, etc.), Microwavable meals, Mashed potato or stuffing
mix, Canned fruit, Canned vegetables
Less Need: Mac and cheese, Ramen
Sponsored and brought to you by The Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement.
Kahoot Trivia: ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Homecoming Edition
Monday, October 13 | 5:00 - 7:00PM | Argos
Kick off Homecoming Week with a spirited trivia competition featuring ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ-themed questions and prizes for top participants.
Sponsored and brought to you by ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Dining.
student government Midterm elections
Tuesday, October 14 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Vote in-person at one of these locations:
- Student Government Computer Lab (MSC 1st floor)
- Student Government Suite (MSC 4300)
- Library POD area (1st Floor near printing stations)
Read the candidate bios and learn about absentee ballots at usf.edu/sg.
spirit smoothie bar
Tuesday, October 14 | 12:00 - 1:00PM | Argos
Students can enjoy fresh smoothies in green and gold to keep the energy high throughout Homecoming Week.
Sponsored and brought to you by ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Dining.
Homecoming University Lecture Series w/ Gaten Matarazzo
Tuesday, October 14 | 7:30PM - 9:00PM | MSC Ballroom
Attend this year’s Homecoming University Lecture Series, for a moderated Q&A session with Gaten Matarazzo, with time for audience questions at the end. This event is free for ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ students. Must have ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ ID to attend. Students can bring one guest and the student must be present with the cardholder in order to enter the event. Seating is limited.
Sponsored and brought to you by the Campus Activities Board within the Center for Student Involvement.
Bull Market
Wednesday, October 15 | 9:00AM - 2:00PM | MSC Plaza
Bull Market has become one of the largest and oldest traditions at ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ. Bull Market hosts a combination of student organization, ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ departments, Tampa Bay businesses and not-for-profits at an open air, weekly market to promote their events and services to the student population at ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ.
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Dining will be on-site sharing giveaways, swag, and campus dining updates!
Sponsored and brought to you by the Marshall Student Center
student government Midterm elections
Wednesday, October 15 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Vote in-person at one of these locations:
- Student Government Computer Lab (MSC 1st floor)
- Student Government Suite (MSC 4300)
- Library POD area (1st Floor near printing stations)
Read the candidate bios and learn about absentee ballots at usf.edu/sg.
Homecoming Ball & Royalty
Wednesday, October 15 | 7:30PM - 11:00PM | MSC Ballroom
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Homecoming invites you to join the 2025 Royal Court at the Homecoming Ball! Enjoy a night of refreshments, dancing, and celebration as we crown the ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Homecoming Royalty.
Sponsored and brought to you by the Campus Activities Board within the Center for Student Involvement.
spiceful: world food day celebration
Thursday, October 16 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM | Juniper
Celebrate international cuisine and bold flavors at this World Food Day event. Students can participate in the Wing Heat Challenge, with grand prize winners announced following the competition.
Sponsored and brought to you by ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Dining
Homecoming Carni-Bull & Concert Ft. Waka flocka flame
Thursday, October 16 | 5:00PM - 11:00PM | Lot 35
Join us in ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Parking Lot 35, where you can enjoy plenty of rides, food, and performances! There will be a variety of family-friendly and adult rides for all ages to enjoy. All rides/games are free, and food will be available for purchase. Must have ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ ID to attend. Students can bring one guest and the student must be present with the cardholder in order to enter the event.
Sponsored and brought to you by the Campus Activities Board within the Center for Student Involvement.
Karaoke Night
Friday, October 17 | 4:00 - 7:00PM | The HUB
Before the parade, join us for music and laughter at Karaoke Night — a favorite Homecoming tradition for students.
Sponsored and brought to you by ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Dining.
Running of the Bulls Parade
Friday, October 17th | 6:30PM | Watch along Holly Drive, Genshaft Drive and Alumni Drive
The Running of the Bulls Homecoming Parade is an event to remember. Come be a part of a ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ tradition and support your favorite student organizations, local businesses, and ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ departments! There will be watch parties and lots of fun along the route, so be sure to walk around! It's the perfect environment for families and students alike. Learn more about the route, watch parties, and parking information here.
Interested in having your organization or group participate in the parade? . Campus departments, organizations, and community partners are welcome to register!
Please be sure to review the Parade Handbook for all guidelines and regulations.
This year's Grand Marshal is first-ever CEO of ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Athletics, Rob Higgins!
Sponsored and brought to you by the Campus Activities Board within the Center for Student Involvement.
muma college of business homecoming parade watch party
Friday, October 17 | 5:00PM - 8:00PM | Muma College of Business Atrium and Breezeway
Please join us on Friday, October 17 to watch the ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Homecoming Parade at the Muma College of Business from 5-8 pm. There will be free food and beverages from this year’s event sponsors. We will be giving out free t-shirts to registered guests while supplies last. There will also be music provided by Street Laced DJs.
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NPHC Extravaganza Step Show
Friday, October 17th | 8:00 - 11:00PM (Doors open at 7:30PM) | MSC Ballroom
The National Pan-Hellenic Council at ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ proudly presents the 2025 Extravaganza — a night you don’t want to miss. From electrifying step performances to show-stopping strolls, this is where tradition, culture, and energy come together on one stage! Tickets are $5.
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Sponsored and brought to you by Fraternity and Sorority Life.
ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Men's rugby club vs. fau
Friday, October 17th | 8:00 PM Kickoff | Research Park Fields
usf football vs FAU
Saturday, October 18th | 7:30 PM | Raymond James Stadium
Head over to Raymond James Stadium to support your ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Bulls as they take on the FAU Owls on Saturday, October 18!
Students, download the at the Apple Store or on Google Play to get your free student ticket. Need a ride to and from the game? Bulls Blitz is your ride there to support your Bulls! Bus pick-up is from the Marshall Student Center Bus Loop and begins 3 hours prior to kickoff. The last bus leaves the MSC 45 minutes before kickoff. All students must have their ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Student ID.
Bulls Country, . #HornsUp
Sponsored and brought to you by ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Athletics.
Alumni and student snack pack giveaway
Saturday, October 18
Alumni and students attending the game can receive a Snack Pack courtesy of ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Dining. More details will be available on Instagram .
Sponsored and brought to you by ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ Dining.
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