Category: UF Focus

Worldwide caution issued for U.S. citizens traveling abroad

The Department of State has issued a worldwide caution for U.S. citizens traveling abroad to be particularly alert, given increased tensions around the world.

UFIC Global Photo Contest winners announced

A free exhibit featuring this year’s winning photographs will be held at the UF Grinter Gallery from Nov. 17 to Jan. 12, 2024.

UF APA will host 2023 Fall Warm Welcome this Friday

New UF Staff are invited to register for this event, fostering a sense of belonging and community among staff and offering inspiration from UF leaders.

Community invited to attend Sasse inauguration

On Thursday, Nov. 2, the University of Florida will host an investiture ceremony for President Ben Sasse at 3 p.m. at UF’s historic University Auditorium.

“We’re incredibly excited to officially welcome and celebrate our 13th president while deepening our service mission as a public, land-grant university,” said UF Interim Provost Scott Angle. “This is a time for everyone in the UF community to celebrate, embrace fresh possibilities, and unite around one of the key purposes that brings us together: service.”

The inauguration ceremony and reception are open to members of the UF community, alumni, and the public, but space is limited, and advance registration is required. See the program here and more about the speakers here. UF is encouraging all members of the university community to participate.

Celebrate Grateful Gator Day

Each Grateful Gator Day, students, faculty and staff pause to celebrate the philanthropic generosity of those who donate to the University of Florida.

Spring 2024 textbook adoptions due Nov. 23

The textbook adoption system for spring 2024 is available to faculty and departments to submit their textbook adoptions and materials requirements.

Beat Week fundraising challenge runs Oct. 21-28

Join UF’s Beat Week fundraising challenge against the Georgia Bulldogs to see which school can bring in the most gifts.

Maintaining a safe campus

The University of Florida provides various resources to foster a safe and healthy environment for its faculty, staff and students.

FSI to help lead state in critical chips sector

The institute is poised to boost the state’s research and development within the sector as well as build and sustain Florida’s semiconductor workforce.

Superior Accomplishment Award nominations due Nov. 12

Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond? Nominate them for a Superior Accomplishment Award! Now in its 35th year, the award recognizes faculty and staff who have contributed outstanding service in their fields during the academic year of Aug. 1, 2022, to July 31, 2023. The nomination period is underway and runs through Nov. 12.

This year, we are pleased to announce enhancements to the program, including the introduction of three new award types. Recognition by one’s peers is the highest level of achievement and, thus, the success and impact of this program depends on our participation.