The University of South Florida (USF) is a public research institution with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota–Manatee. Established in 1956, it provides a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields. USF is classed as a "Doctoral University: Very High Research Activity." The university has a heavy emphasis on health sciences, engineering, and business. The Bulls, USF's sporting teams, participate in the NCAA Division I.
The University of South Florida logo represents the institution's objectives and serves as the framework for numerous communications, such as advertising, online, and social media. The bull in the emblem represents the institution's dedication to excellence and progress.