The USF Alma Mater

Composed by Wayne Hugoboom, a professor of music at USF in 1960, the USF Alma Mater was first used in 1961. Hugoboom won a USF song competition and received $250 for his composition. It’s typically played at special events like Commencement, orientation and athletic events.

The USF Alma Mater

Hail to thee, our Alma Mater

May thy name be told,

Where above thy gleaming splendor, Waves the green and gold

Thou our guide in quest for knowledge

Where we all are free

University of South Florida

Alma Mater, Hail to Thee!

Be our guide in truth and wisdom

As we onward go,

May thy glory, fame and honor

Never cease to grow

May our thoughts and prayers

Be with thee through eternity, University of South Florida

Alma Mater, Hail to Thee!

The USF Fight Song, The Golden Brahman March, is the rallying cry at athletic and student events. Fans are encouraged to put their Horns Up! during the final part of the song.

The Golden Brahman March

USF Bulls are we, We hold our standard upright and free. For Green and Gold we stand united.

Our beacon lighted and noble to see.

USF Bulls are we, For USF we’ll always be.

With all our might we fight the battle

Here and now, and we will win the Victory...

(shout) S-O-U-T-H F-L-O-R-I-D-A

South Florida, South Florida

Go Bulls!

The marching band performs at pregame shows, halftime, and in the stands at all USF home football games, as well as select away games. In addition, it plays at area and regional competitions, USF bowl games and other events. USF student musicians can also serve on the Rumble Pep Band and Ceremonial Band, making it possible for the entire Tampa Bay community to enjoy the sounds of the Bulls!