Category: Spotlight
From Gator Graduate to Faculty Senate Chair: How the ALAP Program Shaped a UF Leader’s Journey

Sarah Lynne, Ph.D., reflects on her career progression and the pivotal role the ALAP program played in shaping her approach to managing and leading teams.
A legacy of mentorship and innovation at UF

University Registrar Associate Director Colin Yokomi touches on the importance of mentoring and development, as well as his experience in the Managers Cohort program.
2025 Superior Accomplishment Awards recognize outstanding and meritorious service

Twenty staff and faculty members representing a wide range of experience and hailing from UF locations throughout Florida were recognized for their outstanding service in a ceremony held today at the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom.
Liz Wing: A portrait in persistence

The first woman to earn a Ph.D. in zoology at UF, Wing’s path would lead her to help create an entirely new discipline — environmental archaeology.
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.
IT project manager celebrates 25 years with UF

Bradley Harwood’s 25-year career at UF is a testament to adaptability, versatility, a deep commitment to his work and educational support through the EEP.
Dr. Matt Whiles delivers more than food through Meals on Wheels program

For more than a year, Matt Whiles, Ph.D., has been delivering meals to elderly residents in the Gainesville area through the Meals on Wheels program.
Shining a light on sickle cell disease

As a researcher and mom of a 7-year-old son with sickle cell disease, Candice J. Adams-Mitchell, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, has a unique perspective on the disease.
Offering support to our UF community in the wake of Hurricane Helene

Whether you help by raising awareness, volunteering or donating, your support will positively impact those affected by the storm.
Get to know EAP therapist Allison Rider

Allison Rider recently joined the University of Florida as a new Employee Assistance Program, or EAP, therapist.
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