School of Architecture & Community Design | College of Design, Art & Performance | University of South Florida
Success Stories
By providing hands-on education, real-world practice, and mentoring, the USF College of Design, Art & Performance offers students the opportunities they need to grow in their professions and pursue their passions. The stories above highlight the experiences and accomplishments of many students and alumni to help inspire you to take the next step in your own success story.
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Master of
Architecture
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Master of
Urban and Community Design
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USF student cutting lumber in the School of Architecture & Community Design's woodshop
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A professor and three students discuss a design project at the USF School of Architecture & Community Design
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Undergraduate Study
Pre-Architecture
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Florida Center for Community Design and Research
Academic & Research Programs
Love of design meets love of constructing at the University of South Florida’s School of Architecture & Community Design. Transform your vision into tangible designs. Explore and enhance your creativity with a supportive community. Through a thriving design culture and strong work ethic, students emerge from our programs with the skills, education, and experience to launch their careers.
USF School of Architecture & Community Design
Where creativity becomes your career
Always Something to Experience
The Arts at USF produces over 250 events each year, including concerts, performances, exhibitions, talks, conferences, masterclasses, and festivals — all open to students and the Tampa Bay community. Plan your next visit to experience the talent of our student and faculty productions, and enjoy work, discourse and public art by leading international artists and scholars.
College News
- Thursday, April 2, 2026
New & Next at USF Graphicstudio, stewarding future generations of artists and students
- Monday, March 30, 2026
It wasn’t April Fools—just mischief that shaped USF’s early campus trees
- Friday, November 7, 2025
USF and The Florida Orchestra unite to advance music education and community connection
College Events
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May 16
Graphicstudio Benefit Sale + Open House
Saturday, May 16, 2026. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Graphicstudio (UTA 100)
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Starts May 22
Breaking Barriers: Gathering Light
May 22 – July 25, 2026, Contemporary Art Museum (CAM)
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May 22
Breaking Barriers: Gathering Light Artists Panel + Opening Reception
Friday, May 22, 2026. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Contemporary Art Museum (CAM)
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Starts June 08
Uncelebrity: The Andy Warhol Foundation Photographic Legacy Project Reconsidered
June 8 – July 25, 2026, Contemporary Art Museum (CAM)
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June 12
Uncelebrity Exhibition Reception
Friday, June 12, 2026. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Contemporary Art Museum (CAM)

