Author: HR Communications

Congratulations to our May UF at Play winners!

Our winners for the month of May are Soil Microbiology Research Assistant Shannen Leahy for People’s Choice, College of Veterinary Medicine Professor Emeritus Tom Wronski, Ph.D., for Nature, UFIT Network Engineer Peter Mauro for Travel, and UF/IFAS Research Administrator Summer De la Cruz for Daily Life.  

Boost your health and wellness throughout the month of June

In recognition of Employee Wellness Month in June, we’ve put together a series of webinars in collaboration with our UF partners to help you boost your health and overall well-being. Grab your aprons and cook a delicious meal as you learn about the Mediterranean diet, explore ways you can build healthy habits in the workplace, how to create a comfortable workstation and more. Register today and be sure to explore our on-demand programs as well.

Explore women’s health resources to boost your well-being

In honor of National Women’s Health Month, we invite you to explore resources on everything from nutrition and fitness to preventative care and pregnancy.

Save on repairs, moving and more with GatorPerks 

Whether you are preparing to move or looking to upgrade your existing space, take time to explore our GatorPerks House & Home discounts to discover exclusive savings for UF faculty and staff. 

Capture your summer: Share your photos for a chance to win a prize!

With summer just around the corner, we are launching our UF at Play photography contest. This year, we are introducing exciting changes, including categories such as People’s Choice and an expanded prize list from campus partners and GatorPerks vendors.

Whether you are “staycationing” close to home or embarking on a journey across the world, we invite you to capture your summer and enter the UF at Play contest for a chance to win a prize packet! At the end of each month, our judges will review all submissions and pick three winners.

Read on to learn about contest rules, prizes and how you can help pick our winners.

Boost your mental well-being 

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we invite you to explore resources and upcoming events you can take advantage of to enhance your sense of well-being.

UF Engaged: Enhancing staff evaluations 

Last year, UFHR undertook a comprehensive review of the UF Engaged system to improve its effectiveness. This involved gathering feedback through focus groups with staff from various university areas, individual interviews with managers and employees, and an open-response survey conducted by the UF Faculty Senate in collaboration with the President’s Office. 

2024 Superior Accomplishment Awards recognize outstanding and meritorious service

Twenty staff and faculty members representing a wide range of experience and hailing from UF locations throughout Florida were recognized for their outstanding service in a ceremony held yesterday at the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom. 

Cultivating leadership competencies to help advance UF’s mission

When Associate Provost for Strategic Initiatives David Reed, Ph.D., joined the ALAP program, he expanded his institutional knowledge and network of colleagues, gaining the skills needed to significantly contribute to the advancement of the University of Florida. 

Apply now for 2024-25 leadership development programs 

Faculty and staff are invited to apply for the 2024-25 UF Academy and Advanced Leadership for Academics and Professionals programs now through May 6. Applications for the Managers Cohort will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more about the programs below.