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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 Gator Family Portal is an excellent community for parents who want to stay involved with their students and the University of Florida. Read news, discover resources and events, ask questions, and more!

Join The Gator Family Portal

Meet UF alums who’ve been in your shoes and can now open doors. Join Communities based on your incoming class and career aspirations and gain insights from industry insiders. Build a network today to last well beyond graduation.

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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

From art and athletics to community involvement and board games, the UF Honors Program presents a variety of organizations for its students. These groups are great opportunities to network within the Honors program and beyond.

Find Your Honors Student Org

Living Learning Communities (LLCs) are academic-based communities of students that live together within residence halls. These communities are a great way for students to meet new people and build a support system.

Find Your LLC

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.

Events and Tickets

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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Use the UF Calendar to find upcoming events. Participate in workshops, career development opportunities, student engagement events, and more.

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