The USF Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies is proud to host an art exhibit this semester, Quilting Our History: An Exhibit of Quilts by Lauren Austin, which will open on Monday, February 12. . . . . Lauren Austin is a Florida-based storytelling artist who has worked for over 30 years in the medium of quilts. Austin’s work merges her own life story with that of Black history and cultural memory. Her quilts are large-scale mixed media pieces, incorporating photographic processes, stone lithograph, beading, hand-stitching, and hand-dyed fabrics.. . . . There is an open house reception on 2/12 from 2:00-3:30pm in CMC 202. Additionally, there will be two free companion events – a fabric artbook workshop on February 21 and a public lecture on February 22. More information about the exhibit and events can be found at: https://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/womens-gender-studies/news-and-events/austin.aspx.. . . . To schedule an appointment to see the exhibit, both for individuals and groups, email us at cas-wgs@usf.edu. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1954845

Central Ave is just a short walk from campus and is home to many different shopping opportunities. Meet your RA in the Osprey Lobby at 2pm to walk over together! --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1958624

Hey Bulls! Want to get service hours while also playing with dogs and cats? Then this is the perfect event for you! Humane Society of Tampa Bay is a huge animal shelter, and they need our help. Service will include:. . -walking the dogs. . -cleaning kennels. . -playing with cats. . and more. Come on out and serve a great cause!. . . . https://humanesocietytampa.org/. . --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1958300

Join the University of South Florida St. Petersburg Student Government in our "Get Out & Vote" event, aimed at promoting civic engagement and encouraging students to exercise their right to vote. Swing by our information table to learn about the upcoming election, how to register to vote, and where and when to cast your ballot. Get informed, get motivated, and get ready to make your voice heard at the polls. Let's show our commitment to democracy and make a difference in our community. See you there! --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1958342

Join us and WellBuilt city in distributing food to those who need it at Waters Ave Church every Monday starting at 9:30 AM!. . . . IMPORTANT: Also sign up via SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4eadaa2ba2fec70-waters#/. . . . For assistance, please contact Service Chair Angela Atta-Armah at attaarmaha@usf.edu or co-president Benjamin Meyer at benjaminmeyer@usf.edu --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1958195

The USF Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies is proud to host an art exhibit this semester, Quilting Our History: An Exhibit of Quilts by Lauren Austin, which will open on Monday, February 12. . . . . Lauren Austin is a Florida-based storytelling artist who has worked for over 30 years in the medium of quilts. Austin’s work merges her own life story with that of Black history and cultural memory. Her quilts are large-scale mixed media pieces, incorporating photographic processes, stone lithograph, beading, hand-stitching, and hand-dyed fabrics.. . . . There is an open house reception on 2/12 from 2:00-3:30pm in CMC 202. Additionally, there will be two free companion events – a fabric artbook workshop on February 21 and a public lecture on February 22. More information about the exhibit and events can be found at: https://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/womens-gender-studies/news-and-events/austin.aspx.. . . . To schedule an appointment to see the exhibit, both for individuals and groups, email us at cas-wgs@usf.edu. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1954846