2022 Lodging & Attractions

The City

Tampa, Florida

https://www.visittampabay.com/

Unlock Tampa Bay, the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Bask in the warm sun, exciting fun, and rich culture that make Tampa Bay Florida’s most diverse vacation destination. Experience everything from heart-pumping thrills to waterfront sunsets. Savor local flavors from the country’s most creative chefs. Stroll the Tampa Riverwalk, which links restaurants, parks and cultural centers like gems on a string. Step into the past in Ybor City, where Cuban artisans hand-roll cigars as they have since 1885. Revel in the spirit of Gasparilla, Tampa Bay’s annual pirate-themed party and all the festivals that follow. Treasure awaits.

The Venue

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF near Busch Gardens

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/tpafres-embassy-suites-tampa-usf-near-busch-gardens/

Secure Hotel Reservations at the discounted group rate of $139 + tax through:

https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=TPAFRES&groupCode=CESASE&arrivaldate=2022-10-04&departuredate=2022-10-09&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT

A Busch Gardens Preferred Partner, offering free shuttle service to the amusement park five minutes away. Located on the University of South Florida campus and the USF Research Park,. Start your morning right with the free made-to-order breakfast, and later enjoy drinks and snacks at our complimentary Evening Reception.

The Host

tHE University of South FLorida, Tampa

https://www.usf.edu

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF has earned widespread national recognition for its success graduating under-represented minority and limited-income students at rates equal to or higher than white and higher income students. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

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