ONE USF HOMECOMING 2020 COURT & ROYALTY

ONE USF Homecoming 2020 Court

Homecoming Court is a group of students who represent the best and brightest for each of USF's three regional institutions - Sarasota-Manatee, St. Petersburg and Tampa - who have the greatest impact in our university community. Watch the video to meet your One USF Homecoming 2020 Court.

ONE USF HOMECOMING 2020 ROYALTY

Congratulations to our Homecoming 2020 Royalty! We wish you all a successful reign as Homecoming Royalty. Watch the video to meet your One USF Homecoming 2020 Royalty.

SARASOTA-MANATEE CAMPUS

SCARLETH ANDINO

What does being crowned Homecoming 2020 Royalty mean to you?
It means so much to me that I have the opportunity to represent the university that has seen me grow each day into the person I am destined to be. I want to thank all the students who voted for myself and the other Homecoming 2020 Court members. When I decided to run for Homecoming 2020 Royalty, I was a little nervous stepping out of my comfort zone. I have never been much of a spotlight person, but I want to make sure others feel the same way I have and get the courage to step out and do something they never thought they could. A friend once told me, "If your dreams don't scare you, they aren't big enough." As a non-traditional student, this honor has made my college experience even better. It has shown me that others believe in your dreams even when you are scared or nervous, especially in a community like the University of South Florida. I have met great friendships and amazing mentors who make this whole experience even better because I know they believe in me. Go Bulls!

How will being Homecoming 2020 Royalty impact the remainder of your time at the University of South Florida?
As I am graduating in Spring 2021, being Homecoming 2020 Royalty gives me the courage to motivate others. I know that I am leaving behind a piece of my journey, and I want to come back as an alum and share those experiences with other students. I hope to learn more in this role of what it means to be a Bull, and I hope to continue representing the University of South Florida as best as I can. Thank you again, Bull nation.

LUZ OLGUIN

What does being crowned Homecoming 2020 Royalty mean to you?
It means absolutely a lot to me! I decided to run for Homecoming 2020 Court for the experience, and I can say it was an experience I will never forget. I love how I can demonstrate to others that you can be a non-traditional student and still have the full experience the University of South Florida has to offer. Most importantly, it is amazing to represent all the mothers who juggle both roles: a full-time student and being a productive mother. Thank you to everyone who had a role in planning virtual Homecoming 2020 and to everyone who voted. Go Bulls!

How will being Homecoming 2020 Royalty impact the remainder of your time at the University of South Florida?
Homecoming 2020 Royalty will impact me the remainder of my time here at the University of South Florida by continuing to inspire me to do more. Running for Homecoming 2020 Royalty started with courage and being brave to go for something big! It is very motivating to have won. I plan on continuing to aspire for greatness during the rest of my time here at USF. I have so much love and passion for the University of South Florida. I cannot wait to continue spreading the Bull spirit!

ST. PETERSBURG CAMPUS

SKYLER ADAMS

What does being crowned Homecoming 2020 Royalty mean to you?
Being crowned USF's 2020 Homecoming Royalty is truly a dream come true. I have always been quite shy and insecure. No matter how much I dreamed about being Homecoming Royalty, I never thought it was even a possibility. Having the ability to become even more of a representative for USF is a spectacular opportunity, and I cannot wait to continue showing my USF pride wherever my path takes me!

How will being Homecoming 2020 Royalty impact the remainder of your time at the University of South Florida?
As a junior, I still have another year and a half here at USF, and I cannot wait to make the most of it. Being crowned one of the 2020 Homecoming Royalty has proven to me that I really can take on anything here, accomplishing whatever I set my mind to, and I intend to do just that. I have been incredibly reinvigorated by this experience, and I am ready to get back to work to be the best representative of USF that I can be. USF is my home away from home, and I am honored to serve as your 2020 Homecoming Royalty. Go Bulls!

NOELLE BEDERMAN

What does being crowned Homecoming 2020 Royalty mean to you?
Being crowned Homecoming 2020 Royalty is a huge honor to me. I feel grateful to represent the student body. I will forever remember this because I learned many lessons about myself through this campaign.

How will being Homecoming 2020 Royalty impact the remainder of your time at the University of South Florida?
Being Homecoming 2020 Royalty will hugely impact the remainder of my time at USF. I am a senior this year, and this is a wonderful way to leave my impact on the University of South Florida as it has on me. I will spend the rest of my short time at USF honoring this school in every way I can.

TAMPA CAMPUS

SAMIA ALAMGIR

What does being crowned Homecoming 2020 Royalty mean to you?
It is such an honor to be selected as your USF Homecoming 2020 Royalty! Over the years I have watched so many fellow Bulls grow and become amazing leaders, and I am so excited to represent USF as a student leader with this title. I feel honored to be a part of a tradition that has been around for a long time, and to be chosen by my fellow Bulls makes this accomplishment so much better. While campaigning, I recognized the amount of support and admiration my friends hold in their hearts, and their involvement in helping me achieve this title humbled me. I'm so thankful for their kind words and unwavering support. I would also like to acknowledge that the Homecoming Court this year was comprised of incredible and accomplished students, and it is such an honor to serve with you all! Lastly, I am thankful for the friends I have made throughout this process; such as Adriana and Emilie! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to make this virtual transition possible! It has been difficult handling the ropes, but you handled it well and I'm proud of you!

How will being Homecoming 2020 Royalty impact the remainder of your time at the University of South Florida?
I am so proud to call our USF institution my home and our fellow Bulls my family. I am so excited to remain committed to our USF community throughout the remainder of my time at the University of South Florida and continue to spread school spirit. Being Homecoming 2020 Royalty has given me a new platform with even more exposure to make positive change and impact students. I hope my journey as Homecoming 2020 Royalty inspires other students to run in the future.

AVALON JADE THEISEN

What does being crowned Homecoming 2020 Royalty mean to you?
Being crowned Homecoming Royalty 2020 means representing my fellow Bulls in a new way and the journey I have had with all of you these past years! It is a recognition of my commitment to our incredi-BULL institution and my passions for academics, service, and involvement! As part of our USF community, I have presented research through the Judy Genshaft Honors College, promoted interfaith respect through the Religious Studies Club, danced with Bulls for Kids to help Shriners Hospital for Children - Tampa, and raised funds and Alzheimer’s Awareness with fellow Sigma Kappas. Through the Honors College, Religious Studies Department, and Provost’s Scholar Program, as well as involvement opportunities like Global Citizen Project, Tradition Keepers, Involvement Challenge, and Peace Corps Prep, I have enjoyed every minute of every experience with all of you, my fellow Bulls! As I prepare to graduate in December and move forward towards my MA and Ph.D. degrees, I am confident in knowing that as a USF student, I am ready for the next stage of life. I have accomplished almost every goal I set for myself as a member of the USF community (though sometimes going directions I had not planned!), and the experiences, memories, and friendships will always be a part of me.

How will being Homecoming 2020 Royalty impact the remainder of your time at the University of South Florida?
Being Homecoming Royalty 2020 is only possible because of the support of my fellow Bulls, so as I approach graduation (coming up in 2 months), I feel encouraged that the USF community I have given my heart to, in turn, stands behind me! I have put my intentions, my heart, and my mind into USF. Homecoming Royalty traditionally represents outgoing seniors who made a positive impact on their school. Thank you, USF Bulls, for believing in me and helping me grow alongside you these past few years. I promise to always show my USF spirit and Bull pride, and always remain a connected alum! Go Bulls!