Category: Feature

Explore Spring training opportunities

UF Training & Organizational Development has released its Spring 2025 schedule of courses. In addition to exploring courses thematically via the UFHR website, you can also visit the digital training calendar to view at-a-glance upcoming trainings scheduled throughout the month.

Search within the calendar for specific courses — for example, Conversations for a Culture of Belonging, a course that teaches you how to increase engagement, innovation and productivity in the workplace.

Discounted CSA memberships available for Spring 2025

The UF Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA, program is offering discounted CSA memberships starting this spring semester for Frog Song Organics and Siembra Farm. Faculty and staff can visit the UF Worklife website to sign up today.

By joining a CSA, you can support a local farm and receive a weekly or biweekly box of high-quality produce. Pickup and delivery options are available in multiple Florida counties.

Be part of UF’s AI future: Join the Blue Sky Vision Workshops!

The UF AI Blue Sky Task Force invites you to help define the future of AI at the University of Florida by attending a Blue Sky Vision Workshop. Each session will be an engaging, two-hour opportunity to share your ideas, explore bold possibilities and contribute to UF’s vision of becoming the leading AI-powered university ecosystem.

Envisioning the future of AI-driven education at UF

In the first episode of Cup o’ Joe, UF Interim Provost Joe Glover, Ph.D., sat down for a cup of coffee at Malachowsky Hall with Professors Kati Migliaccio, Ph.D., and Jane Southworth, Ph.D., co-chairs of the University of Florida’s Blue Sky AI Task Force.

EEP deadlines approaching for spring semester

UF faculty and staff who wish to take courses at UF through the Employee Education Program (EEP) during the spring semester are encouraged to visit the program website for information on upcoming application, approval and registration deadlines.

Space Florida announces launch of Florida University Space Consortium

Space Florida’s Board of Directors designated the Florida University Space Research Consortium as the state’s official space research entity, which will facilitate the awarding of NASA research grants in partnership with Kennedy Space Center.

As the only state with a university consortium affiliated with one of NASA’s centers, Florida is leveraging the unique strengths of the top space technology educational institutions to amplify research capabilities, attract a wealth of new investments and maintain the state’s position as a national leader in the fast-growing space economy.

Celebrate the holidays with upcoming events and special discounts

Throughout the months of November and December, the UF community can enjoy a variety of festive events to get into the spirit of the holiday season. Check out the following upcoming events and promotions right in our backyard — and don’t forget about UF’s GatorPerks discount program as you plan your holiday shopping, travel and entertainment.

Veterans Day is Nov. 11 – Help give thanks to our nation’s heroes

Veterans Day, a federal holiday observed annually on Nov. 11, honors military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. To celebrate and give thanks to our nation’s heroes, we invite you to explore upcoming events and available resources.

Announcement of Presidential Search Committee

UF Board of Trustees Chair Mori Hosseini recently announced the members of the Presidential Search Advisory Committee. This committee brings together representatives from diverse groups, including the UF Board of Trustees, student body, faculty, administration, alumni, and other key stakeholders and supporters dedicated to the University of Florida’s future.

Explore the UF podcast directory for new listening material

Whether you’re going for a walk or run, stuck in traffic or just washing the dishes, podcasts can make your daily routine more fun and informative. If you’re looking for a new podcast to enjoy, tune into one or more of the podcasts listed in our directory. Know of one we missed? Email us at worklife@hr.ufl.edu.