Category: Feature

Ring in the new year with local fireworks

Sparks in the Park is back for another year at Depot Park to celebrate New Year’s Eve. The free event is open to the public and starts at 5 p.m. with a 20-minute musically choreographed fireworks show over the main pond starting at 6:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or chairs to enjoy the festivities in the park or view the show from the comfort of the Cade Museum’s galleries with a drink and snacks in hand.

Holiday travel made easy with GatorPerks

Whether you’re seeking snow covered mountains or tropical scenery, the GatorPerks program is here to help with all your travel needs. Explore discounts on transportation, lodging, pet sitting services and more to save time, stress and money this holiday season.

UF community invited to sixth annual Holiday Gator lighting celebration

Faculty, staff, students, families and friends are invited to the sixth annual “Lighting of the Holiday Gator” this Friday, Dec. 5, at 5:30 p.m. on the lawn of the University Auditorium near the corner of Newell Drive and Union Road.

This year’s festivities will feature hot chocolate, apple cider and other holiday treats, as well as performances by members of three UF groups: the Gator Marching Band, the UF Sunshine Steelers and the UF Concert Choir.

Cup o’ Joe: The ambush interview

UF Vice President Kurt Dudas finds himself the unsuspecting subject of an interview about UF Jacksonville with Joe Glover — as you’ve never seen him before. It’s time to watch the all-new Cup o’ Joe. Don’t forget to look busy if the boss comes by!

Preparing for upcoming UF holidays and time off 

The holiday season is almost here! If you haven’t already done so, now is the time to begin preparing for—and looking forward to—the upcoming holidays and your time off. 

Top holiday travel tips for uncertain times

Rachel J.C. Fu, Ph.D., chair and professor in the Department of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management and director of the Eric Friedheim Tourism Institute, shares smart strategies for navigating today’s unpredictable travel landscape. 

Connecting the community with university resources

The UF Government and Community Relations office has launched the UF Outreach Directory — a centralized guide to programs, services and resources available to the public. From health clinics and youth programs to cultural events and professional development opportunities, the directory makes it easy to connect with the many ways UF supports communities across Florida and beyond.

Explore ways to give back to your community 

Did you know that generosity is tied to increased happiness? The start of the holiday season is the perfect time to lift your spirits through giving, especially as charities, food banks and community organizations see increased demand.

If you’re looking for ways you can give back to your community, we invite you to explore some of the agencies that are currently in need. 

UF celebrates three innovators shaping the future of AI research

UF’s AIIRI honored Adrian Roitberg, Ph.D., Kiley Graim, Ph.D., and Jeremy Balch, MD, with the first-ever AI Research Awards at a ceremony held last week.

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.