Welcome home, Gators! The Great Gator Welcome is your official kick-off to the Summer semester. From August 17-23, campus departments and student organizations will host events with opportunities for you to meet new people, get connected to the Gator student experience, explore campus, and just have fun!
Hosted by Campus Engagement
Saturday, August 17 | 7 - 10 p.m. | Reitz Union Grand Ballroom
It's trivia time! Students will form teams and compete in five rounds of trivia to test their knowledge across various exciting categories. The winning team from each round will take home a cash prize!
Hosted by Community & Belonging
Sunday, August 18 | 5 - 8 PM | Flavet Pickleball Courts
Get your paddles ready because we're gearing up for a pickleball showdown! All students and all skill levels are invited to join us on the Flavet Pickleball Courts for some food, fun, and new friends! Team registrations will be first-come, first-serve.
Hosted by Inter-Residence Hall Association
Sunday, August 18 | 8 - 11 p.m. | Gator Corner
Refuel after the Pickleball Palooza with some fun snacks and treats from IHRA!
Hosted by Campus Engagement and Student Government
Monday, August 19 | 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. | Reitz Union Student Engagement Portal, Level 2
Join Student Government and Campus Engagement for the 3rd annual Great Gator Coffee Hour! Enjoy delicious coffee, sweet treats, and fun icebreakers that will help you connect with fellow Gators!
Hosted by Community & Belonging and the Reitz Union
Tuesday, August 20 | 5 - 7 p.m. | Orange & Brew and Reitz Union Game Room
Join us for a fun and fast-paced speed friending event, where you'll have the chance to meet and connect with your fellow Gators! Expect quick, engaging conversations that will help you expand your UF community and find lifelong friendships!
Hosted by New Student & Family Programs
Wednesday, August 21 | 5 - 8 PM | Stephen C. O'Connell Center & Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Wear your class shirt and join us as we celebrate the UF Class of 2028 at the University of Florida’s official welcome for all first-year students!
Hosted by Inter-Residence Hall Association
Thursday, August 22 | 9 - 11 a.m. | Reitz Union, Ground Level and Marston Science Library French Fries Sculpture
Hosted by Student Government Productions
Thursday, August 22 | Doors Open at 6 PM | Show Starts at 7 PM | Stephen C. O'Connell Center
FREE Tickets are available at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center Box Office for UF Students with valid UFID.
Hosted by Campus Engagement
Friday, August 23 | 7 - 10 p.m. | Reitz Union
Let's kick off the Fall 2024 semester with some GatorNights' fan favorites! We'll have the mechanical gator, tie-dye shirts, indoor plant giveaways, free food and a showing of Inside Out 2!
