Category: Worklife

Friends of the Library fall book sale

Friends of the Library, an independent and all-volunteer organization, is hosting its fall book sale Oct. 25–29.

Meal planning strategies

Whether cooking for one or feeding a family, having a plan can help reduce stress, save money and make mealtimes more enjoyable.

UF Homecoming 2025: A century of legacy, a year of celebration

The University of Florida is preparing for one of its most lively traditions of the year: Homecoming and Gator Growl 2025. The 11-day celebration unites the UF and Gainesville communities in a display of pride and tradition.

Celebrate Halloween with upcoming local events 

Get into the spooky spirit of Halloween with these upcoming events and promotions, and read on for resources to help you have a fun and safe Halloween.

James Patterson on change, chaos and winning

The UF College of Education will host bestselling author James Patterson for an inspiring conversation about his latest book, Disrupt Everything—and Win.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Explore GatorCare’s breast cancer awareness blog, packed with signs and symptoms, treatments and practical resources.

Prioritize your well-being ahead of the holiday season 

October is officially here, which means the holiday season is just around the corner! This is a great time to connect with loved ones, create lasting memories and enjoy delicious food. But the hustle and bustle can make it challenging to stay focused on our end-of-year goals.

To help you plan for a more relaxed holiday season, we’re hosting a series of webinars. From self-care to social dining, seasonal discounts and more, explore our upcoming lineup.

Research, personal history motivates faculty member’s Great Lakes swim

UF PHHP’s Tracie Baker, Ph.D., participated in the Edmund Fitzgerald Memorial relay swim, the last stage of which began and ended on her team’s study sites.

Train to Trot

Join GatorCare for its annual Train to Trot 5K program, a fun and festive way to celebrate the Thanksgiving season while staying active!

HEO opens opportunities to a college degree 

Created in 2003, the HEO provides tuition assistance in the form of a scholarship. It covers the in-state matriculation fees for a maximum of 132 credit hours toward an undergraduate degree. To date, 1,813 UF employees have been awarded the HEO scholarship for their child.