Campus Life

The USF Parent & Family BULLetin is a platform and e-newsletter for family members on the Sarasota-Manatee campus that provides ongoing campus updates on student life, support services, upcoming events and deadlines, and family-specific resources. Hundreds of resources are available to support yourstudent’s continued enrollment and success. Activate your profile today to customize your experience to receive the types of information you want at the frequency that works best for you and your family.

The Family Checklist serves as a tool for our newest USF family members so they can help their student prepare for a successful transition to USF. The Family Checklist is divided into three sections: once admitted, post deposit, and prior to classes starting. The student in your family can access their USF Student Checklist here.

Orientation is the perfect way for families and guests to familiarize themselves with USF and available resources to assist in the student and family transition. This experience introduces families and guests to USF services, resources, and support networks, as well as provides an opportunity to hear firsthand from current USF students what it means to be a Bull.

Family & Friends Weekend takes place each fall. The weekend is open to all family members and friends of USF students who register. Activities are offered to students, family and friends attending any of USF’s campuses, and we invite our families and guests to reconnect with their student while making new memories!

Family and friends visiting the Sarasota-Manatee campus can take advantage of discounted hotel rates in the area by clicking directly on the links below. The recommended hotels in close proximity to the campus are as follows:

Hilton Garden Inn
8270 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243

Courtyard By Marriott
850 University Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34234

Residence Inn by Marriott
1040 University Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34234