Category: News
UF Health pediatrician offers COVID-19 vaccine advice for parents
In May, the FDA and CDC authorized the use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 12 to 15 years old. Vaccine eligibility is expected to be expanded to even younger children in coming months. To answer questions from parents on COVID-19 vaccinations and the continuing need to be vigilant in protecting children, UF Health […]
UF Innovate names new director of incubation services
UF Innovate named Karl R. LaPan as the incoming director of incubation services. LaPan comes to the position with more than 20 years of experience in business incubation. In his role as director, LaPan will lead both of UF Innovate’s award-winning incubators, Sid Martin Biotech in Alachua and The Hub — a mixed-use incubator, in […]
Protect yourself from potential cybercriminals
UF’s international faculty and staff are prime targets for criminals who want to leverage their immigration status to steal money and personal data. The UF International Center reported several cases of phishing emails and phone calls from cybercriminals posing as representatives of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Everyone, […]
DSGI series offer info on retirement benefits, shared savings program
Faculty and staff can explore retirement benefits, shared savings plans and more through three monthly webinar series offered by Florida’s Division of State Group Insurance (DSGI).
How are you reconnecting and recharging this summer? Share your summer photos!
As more people get vaccinated and slowly return to normal life, and with summer finally here, we hope you are finding opportunities to recharge and reconnect with loved ones. In that spirit, we’re inviting you to share your favorite summer photographs now through Aug. 17 for a chance to win one of several UF giveaways. […]
UF partners with city, state to improve pedestrian safety
The University of Florida, the city of Gainesville and the Florida Department of Transportation continue to create a safer pedestrian and traffic environment on and around campus. In addition to those already completed, projects will continue through the summer and into the fall. The improvements are part of a larger goal referred to as “complete […]
Innovation Academy featured in Josh Linkner’s book, Big Little Breakthroughs
UF’s Innovation Academy is featured in New York Times Bestselling Author Josh Linkner’s new book Big Little Breakthroughs: How Small, Everyday Innovations Drive Oversized Results. Linkner is a UF alumnus and was a 2019 Innovation Academy keynote speaker. “Big Little Breakthroughs provides an insightful framework for innovation and creativity by demonstrating how small is big […]
Hiring pause and travel restrictions lifted for UF faculty and staff
Last week, the university lifted its hiring pause as well as COVID-related restrictions on travel and visitors. Dean’s approval and the requirement that travel be essential are no longer required. UF’s Travel Office recommends the TripSource website as a resource to help UF faculty and staff make informed decisions concerning travel restrictions. If you have […]
UF seeks to address sexual assault and harassment through proactive and continued education
Earlier this month, UF announced plans to move toward a more proactive, preventive stance to address sexual assault and harassment. UF’s Office of Accessibility and Gender Equity, previously known as the Title IX Office, has moved beyond the basic expectation that the university comply with the Title IX mandate, the federal civil rights law that […]
UF celebrates Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American Heritage Month
As the nation celebrates Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American Heritage Month, UF invites you to expand your own and help grow others’ awareness of intersecting identities, celebrations, stories and empowerment. Please visit this page often for updates on content celebrating the Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi experience at UF. Discover
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