Category: Community Focus

Holiday savings with GatorPerks

Whether you’re making travel plans, preparing for an event or shopping for gifts, the GatorPerks program is here to help you make the most out of your holiday season without breaking the bank. Read on to discover discounts on everything from fine jewelry and electronics to events, car rentals, pet sitting services and more.

Researchers aim to help Florida farmers with AI startup

By commercializing their research, two UF scientists are trying to get practical AI tools into the hands of Florida farmers.

Nominations open for the Win Phillips Town Gown Relations Award

The award honors those who have made a significant impact in fostering collaboration between UF and the Greater Gainesville community.

Friends of the Library fall book sale

Friends of the Library, an independent and all-volunteer organization, is hosting its fall book sale Oct. 25–29.

Celebrate Halloween with upcoming local events

Get into the spooky spirit of Halloween with these upcoming events and promotions, and read on for resources to help you have a fun and safe Halloween.

Bringing campus and community connections together

The UF Office of Community Relations recently launched a network to connect faculty and staff involved in community programs and public engagement efforts.

It’s time for the annual Peanut Butter Challenge!

The 14th annual Peanut Butter Challenge gives people across the state a chance to donate jars of the protein-packed spread to hungry Floridians.

Planting the seeds for a greener community

UF/IFAS Urban Horticulture Extension Agent Sara Salgado MacDonald is helping St. Lucie County residents grow greener, healthier landscapes.

UF researchers aim to improve nutrition for cancer patients

A new study and first-of-its-kind food pharmacy at UF aim to help patients with cancer access and eat nutritious foods

Prepare yourself for upcoming elections

Sept. 19 is National Voter Registration Day — Explore UF, local and national resources to help you prepare for upcoming elections.