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Grow Greater Together

You're a member of a vibrant community. Join it! Use these resources to join student organizations, experience a Gator football game in The Swamp, and pledge to a sorority or fraternity.

The University of Florida takes pride in its student-athletes. Each individual is a limit-breaker in the classroom and in competition. Their tremendous skill brings together a worldwide community of sports fans whose passion resonates at every event. 

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The Florida Museum of Natural History is one of the nation's top three university-based natural history museums. It is a library of life, displaying the wonders of the natural world through extensive collections, research, exhibits, and programs.

General admission is FREE, although donations are gladly accepted. There is a cover charge for special exhibits and the Butterfly Rainforest. UF students can enter the Butterly Rainforest free of charge with a valid Gator 1 card.

Plan Your Visit

GatorConnect is a resource for finding student organizations to join, of which there are over a thousand. If you have a passion, you probably have a community that shares it. GatorConnect also allows you to register and re-establish student organizations.

Find Your Organization

The Harn Museum features ten gallery spaces featuring collections in African, Asian, modern, and contemporary art. Exhibitions rotate frequently, providing opportunities to see new work on every visit. There are also programs specifically for college students, including internships.

Admission is free!

Plan Your Visit

The Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life provides guidance, education, and support to the Florida Greek Community.

The Florida Greek Community fosters the development of individuals who embody the values of leadership, service, scholarship, and community. The University of Florida has four councils with 60 chapters to pledge to.

Learn How To Join

The University of Florida Performing Arts brings world-class performers that reflect Gainesville and its surrounding areas. Experience the art of dance, theatre, music, and other acts of live human expression.

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Over 50 clubs are available for UF undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about sports. Any skill level is welcome, and there are opportunities to compete with other colleges throughout the state, region, and nation.

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Start making new life-long friends, connect to UF, and extend your education outside the classroom with Student Activities & Involvement.

Collaborate with Student Engagement Ambassadors to find the perfect organization to join. Participate in the Student Organization Fairs held each semester. Try a new activity at a GatorDay event. 

Get Involved

The Independent Florida Alligator is an off-campus newspaper containing news about UF, its students and faculty, events, sports, community and national news, and more.

Students interested in getting involved can contact The Alligator about the following:

  • Student Jobs
  • Advertising Representative or Intern
  • Columnist
  • Copy Editor
  • Production Staff
  • Photographer
  • Writer
  • Submitting a Story

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