Category: UF Focus

Funding available for student success tech purchases

The 2024 Student Technology Fee grant submissions cycle is now open for IT-based purchase ideas that support teaching and learning at UF.

Planet Money’s Jess Jiang to discuss how AI is transforming business

Jess Jiang, an Emmy-winning journalist and editor of NPR’s economics podcast Planet Money, will visit the University of Florida campus as the university’s inaugural Business Journalist in Residence Feb. 5–8.

Her visit will include a public panel discussion on Feb. 6 at 4 p.m. in the Pugh Hall Ocora. The event is free and open to the public and will be followed by a reception.

How scientists are using UF’s supercomputer

UF’s supercomputer, known as HiPerGator, is helping researchers push the limits of science.

Upgrades to UFIT’s video production studios

New equipment was recently installed in UFIT’s video production studios, streamlining the filming process for lectures, on-site interviews and more. 

Broward Dining Center undergoing full renovation

While under construction, Florida Fresh Dining will provide all-you-care-to-eat meals from a temporary location at Norman Field.

Heroes in every season

UF Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Scott Angle, Ph.D., reflects on the work and dedication shown by the UF/IFAS facilities team.

UF, Concept Companies and Trimark Properties join forces to make Gainesville’s Innovation District a major economic hub

The UF Board of Trustees was recently briefed on a new plan to develop a world-class destination for Fortune 500 research companies.

Request holiday mail service for your department

UF Mail Services can provide delivery and pickup services to university departments upon request during the holiday break, Dec. 26-29.

UF Bookstore sales and discounts for faculty and staff

Join the UF Bookstore Nov. 30 to Dec. 1 for a faculty and staff appreciation event to enjoy 30% off clothing and gifts.

UF community invited for lighting of the Holiday Gator

The UF community is invited to the Lighting of the Holiday Gator from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. today on the lawn of the University Auditorium near the corner of Newell Drive and Union Road.

UF President Ben Sasse, Ph.D., will lead the countdown to the ceremonial lighting of the sculpture, which will glow with orange and blue LED lights throughout the remainder of the academic year, until Dec. 16.