Before we could adjust digital layouts with an app or AI prompt, Anne Scott was performing typography surgery with an X-Acto knife. Joining USF in 1985 as an illustrator and now a member of USF’s University Communications and Marketing team, Anne has spent 41 years shaping the visual identity we see today.
If you have ever flipped through an issue of USF Magazine, you have experienced Scott’s tireless dedication. Over her remarkable four-decade career, she has designed roughly 105 issues of the venerable publication. She navigated the transition from back-lit drafting tables to modern digital asset management, ensuring USF’s identity always looked professional and unified as the university grew.
Scott’s USF timeline encompasses her extraordinary design work and her deeply personal journey. She met her husband here and even moved into his former role, taking over his campus phone number, which she still uses more than 30 years later. For her, USF has been much more than a place to work. It’s been a supportive community that has provided a family-friendly environment where she could thrive professionally while raising her two daughters.
Anne Scott and her husband, Richard, parody "American Gothic," in 1987.
As Scott retires next month, we owe her an enormous thank you for bringing the university’s story to life with such vibrant color, care and creativity.
Anne Scott works on a drafting table in Ed Resources in 1986.
Mapping USF's Future
Strategic Plan
Since its inception, USF has been on a bold, upward trajectory. This impressive rise has positioned the university to enter the next era. USF aims to become the model metropolitan research university that sets the national standard for education, innovation and impact in a world reshaped by intelligent systems. Faculty, staff and administrators are asked to join our students and community members in providing input in this process. Your voice plays a critical role in shaping the future of USF. Take the survey.
Back by popular demand: USF’s free online AI prompting microcourse
After seeing engagement from more than 7,500 participants earlier this year, USF's popular microcourse is back just in time for summer and already proving popular once again. The course is available until Wednesday, Sept. 30. Learn more.
As USF celebrates 70 years, we are reminded that enduring institutions are built on strong foundations, accountability and checks and balances. In this month’s fraud flash report, learn how to apply simple principles to your daily duties to eliminate opportunities for fraud and safeguard our university's legacy. Brought to you by the Office of Internal Audit.
MILES is coming to USF Mobile ID, Licenses and Essential Services
Aug. 10-11 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bus lane on the north side of the Marshall Student Center
MILES is a fully equipped mobile service unit that visits Hillsborough County communities, offering IDs, driver's licenses, registration renewals and other essential Tax Collector services. It will roll onto campus Aug. 10-11 to provide these services directly to the USF community.
Technology tip: Present like a pro with PowerPoint Live
PowerPoint Live in Teams makes presenting more seamless and interactive. Instead of sharing your entire screen during a meeting/webinar, click the “Share” button and select your presentation under the PowerPoint Live list.
This lets attendees navigate slides independently and use accessibility tools, while the speaker can view presentation notes privately and monitor the chat without leaving the slide view. It’s a smart way to stay organized and keep your audience engaged.
Bonus tip: You can also launch PowerPoint Live directly from PowerPoint by clicking “Present in Teams” in the top-right corner of your presentation.
Dependent tuition remission applications open
The Dependent Tuition Remission Program application for the 2026-2027 academic year is open until Aug. 14. If you have a dependent enrolled in classes for the upcoming academic year, remember to review all the information and submit your application by the due date.
Stay Informed
Parking permits on sale soon
Parking permits for the 2026-27 year will go on sale Monday, Aug. 3. Make sure to purchase your permit before the current permits expire on Wednesday, Aug. 12. Learn more at usf.edu/parking.
Reminder for supervisors
For those supervising non-faculty employees, Supervisor Assessments are due in Oracle HR (or via email for those completing PDF evaluations) by Friday, July 31. For guidance on this and the rest of the process, click here.
Get Engaged
Submit nominations by Friday
Nominate staff and administrative individuals and teams for the Outstanding Staff Awards! Eligibility information and nomination forms are available on the website. Nominations will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 24.
Organizational Culture
What’s it like to work at USF today, and what do we want it to be like in the future? As recently announced, President Limayem has tasked a team with examining USF's organizational culture and identifying opportunities for improvement. This collaborative, ongoing process will help shape our culture. You can learn more and follow the team’s progress here.
You are invited to share your input directly with the team using an anonymous online form or by emailing culture@usf.edu.
Featured Events
The 2026 American Kickoff is coming to St. Petersburg
July 23-24 Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
As USF football prepares for its 30th season, some of the nation’s top college football players and coaches will convene in St. Petersburg for the 2026 American Kickoff. This event, hosted in St. Petersburg for the first time, will be broadcast on ESPN+, with doors opening to fans who register to attend in-person. Be there for the Kickoff, attend press conferences and take photos with players and coaches at the meet-and-greets.
Pre-registration for fan access to the event is closed. They expect to offer limited on-site registration both days, subject to availability.Learn more.
USF Day at the Rays
Sunday, Aug. 2 | 1:40 p.m. Tropicana Field
USF Day at the Rays is back! Show your Bull pride as the Tampa Bay Rays take on the Chicago White Sox at Tropicana Field. Use code 26USF to get discounted tickets and a free USF hoodie. The last day to purchase tickets is July 24.
Wednesday, Aug. 19 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The Lifsey House
Join President Limayem at the Lifsey House for the annual employee luncheon. Dine in or take out. Please park in lots designated by your parking permit.
Protect your energy and prevent burnout this semester with interactive, practical strategies everyone can use. Join this hands-on session to master actionable grounding exercises and unlock curated LinkedIn Learning resources that will help sustain focus and well-being year-round.
