Welcome back, Gators! The Great Gator Welcome Back Week is your official kick-off to the Spring semester. From January 13-17, 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!
Stay up-to-date with all the events at @ufstudentengage on Instagram!
Hosted by Community & Belonging
Monday, January 13 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Flavet Field
Join us for a fun and engaging movie night featuring Despicable Me 4, where students can connect, build community, and explore themes like family, personal growth, reconciliation, teamwork, and embracing one’s quirks.
Hosted by Student Government & Campus Engagement
Tuesday, January 14 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Reitz Union North Lawn
Hosted by Community & Belonging
Wednesday, January 15 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Reitz Union North Lawn
Join us for an exciting afternoon at our Spring Student Organization Fair, where over 200 undergraduate and graduate organizations will be showcasing their mission and opportunities to join. Come find community, organizations that fit your interests, and explore the opportunities to get involved at UF.
Hosted by Sorority & Fraternity Life, GatorNights, & Campus Engagement
Thursday, January 16 - Two Locations & Times:
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Reitz Union North Lawn
7 - 10 p.m. | Reitz Union Game Room
Take a break from your first week of classes with winter-themed activities during the day and then join us in the Reitz Union Game Room for more fun in the evening.
Hosted by Sorority & Fraternity Life, GatorNights, & Campus Engagement
Friday, January 17 | 7 - 10 p.m. | Reitz Union North Lawn
Great Gator Welcome concludes with a fantastic winter finale! Drop by the North Lawn to build your own stuff-a-gator, ride a gyrosphere, roll through an LED skate rink, and slide down at 30+ foot tall inflatable gator slide, all while sipping on your choice of apple cider or hot chocolate.
