Category: Spotlight
Developing leadership to drive team success and organizational change
Laura Ling, Finance & Accounting senior associate controller, discusses her experience with the Advanced Leadership for Academics and Professionals, or ALAP, program.
The power of mentorship and continuous learning in a 26-year career at UF
Director of UF Information Technology Alicia Turner shares how a commitment to lifelong learning has shaped her 26-year journey at the University of Florida.
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.
Creating connections: A program coordinator’s award-winning debut
Anna Spaschak, Program Coordinator for Special Populations in the Division of Student Life’s Center for New Student and Family Programs, supports orientation and transition efforts with a focus on both UF Online and transfer student populations. This past spring, Spaschak won a University-Level Superior Accomplishment Award for Rookie of the Year.
An all-star advisor’s impact: Helping students find their path and purpose
Thomas Garvey, an academic advisor in the College of Journalism and Communications, or CJC, has worked for the University of Florida for four years. In addition to his advising duties, Garvey recently served as the primary presenter for the CJC’s presentations at First-Year Student Preview, where he was able to introduce students to available programs and opportunities. This past spring, Garvey won a University-Level Superior Accomplishment Award for Individual Employee Performance in the Student, Academic & Alumni Services category.
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