Category: Awards

UF ranks second for two consecutive years in Fulbright Top Producing Institutions

Last week, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs recognized the University of Florida for being one of the colleges and universities with the highest number of faculty and administrators selected for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. Learn more: University of Florida ranks second for two consecutive years in Fulbright Top […]

Distinguished Professor awarded Galileo Galilei Medal

Pierre Sikivie, Ph.D., recently retired UF Distinguished Professor of Physics, has been selected as one of two recipients of the Galileo Galilei Medal for 2025.

2025 Student Technology Fee Grant proposals due March 21

Submissions should be focused on educational innovation utilizing technology, with collaborations between colleges and administrative units encouraged.

Global Learning Excellence Awards applications open

The Global Excellence Awards celebrate excellence in global learning opportunities that support the UFIC Office of Global Learning’s mission.

Celebration honors service of longtime UF faculty and staff

UF Interim President Kent Fuchs, Ph.D., and Vice President for Human Resources Melissa Curry hosted a faculty and staff appreciation reception at the Earl and Christy Powell University House early this month. The event honored faculty and staff who celebrated 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 continuous years of service at UF in 2023.

Champions for Change Award nominations due March 14

Help celebrate those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation and dedication to driving positive change while at UF.

Three UF faculty members honored with Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers

Three University of Florida faculty members recently received one of the highest honors bestowed upon scientists by the U.S. government, the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).

“We are so proud of our esteemed researchers and the exceptional contributions they have made to their fields,” said Joe Glover, Ph.D., UF’s interim provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. “The recognition highlights the important work being done at the University of Florida.”