Events for May 2025
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14 events,
“Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection” Exhibition
The Harn Museum of Art will display art from Spelman College—a historically black liberal arts college for women located in Atlanta, Georgia. The Harn is one of five venues across the United States exhibiting Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection. Through 39 works by nearly 30 artists, Silver Linings uplifts the legacy of artists of African […]
ADJUNCT CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR – RESTORATIVE DENTAL SCIENCES
ADJUNCT CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
15 events,
Chair and Professor – Agricultural and Biological Engineering
Chair and Professor – Agricultural and Biological Engineering
Search committee meeting Tuesday, April 28 2025 at 11:30 am (Eastern) Via Zoom ufl.zoom.us/j/91708168998?pwd=JG9EPMfXExKTM5ePNTc4VWbubVQVvZ.1
18 events,
Procurement 102 – Service Contracts
Procurement 102 – Service Contracts
Procurement 102 is an introduction to working with Contracts for Services – learn what a good Statements of Work is, who can sign the agreement, legal requirements that Procurement reviews for and tips for successful contract management. This class is for UF staff and faculty who need to purchase services.
Faculty & Staff Yoga Class
Faculty & Staff Yoga Class
Join Kim Holton, Ph.D., instructional assistant professor for the Department of Health Education and Behavior, every Tuesday for a lunchtime yoga class! Classes are held Tuesday’s in the Ustler Hall Atrium from 12:15 to 1 p.m. They are open to all faculty and staff, and are appropriate for all levels of experience. No registration is […]
Advancement Search Committee – Associate Vice President
Advancement Search Committee – Associate Vice President
Name of Meeting Advancement Search Committee - Associate Vice President Date 04/29/2025 Start Time 03:00 pm End Time 04:00 pm Location https://ufl.zoom.us/j/91345178857 Contact Name Sonya Allen Email sallen@ufl.edu
19 events,
CLAS African-American Studies Program (AASP) Director Search – Campus Visit
This all-day event will see a candidate for the African-American Studies Program (AASP) Director Search visit campus for interview, meetings and presentation. The event will take place at Turlington Hall, African American Studies Program Conference Room 1012K.
Four Key Considerations for Successful Retirement
Four Key Considerations for Successful Retirement
Join UF/IFAS Family Consumer Sciences Agents Lisa Leslie and Jill Breslawski for a 45-minute session where they will discuss important steps that enable a financially sound and happy retirement. Register: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/Cgz7tFC5QuOQNidjGweBhA#/registration
AASP Director Search – Campus Visit by candidate Dr. Barnes
AASP Director Search – Campus Visit by candidate Dr. Barnes
Name of Meeting AASP Director Search - Campus Visit by candidate Dr. Barnes Date 04/30/2025 Start Time 09:00 am End Time 06:00 pm Location AASP Conference Room, Turlington 1012K Contact Name Miles Larmer Email m.larmer@ufl.edu
Search Committee Meeting – Requisition 533495
Search Committee Meeting – Requisition 533495
Name of Meeting Search Committee Meeting - Requisition 533495 Date 04/30/2025 Start Time 10:00 am End Time 10:30 am Location https://ufl.zoom.us/j/97095215915?pwd=7zi9fx4WVNPLVT1qqD8R1p4W2mni1H.1 Contact Name Stacey Oliver Email oliversl@ufl.edu
21 events,
Distinguished Professor Lecture Series/Rafael Munoz-Carpena
Distinguished Professor Lecture Series/Rafael Munoz-Carpena
May 1, 2025 @ 1:00 Rafael Munoz-Carpena Distinguished Professor , Hydrology & Water Quality Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering College of Agricultural and Life Sciences TBA lecture title J. Wayne Reitz Union, Ground Floor, Chamber Room & via Livestream TBA Flyer (Webcast link)
Advancement Search Committee – Associate Vice President
Advancement Search Committee – Associate Vice President
Name of Meeting Advancement Search Committee - Associate Vice President Date 05/01/2025 Start Time 03:00 pm End Time 04:00 pm Location https://ufl.zoom.us/j/92223028610 Contact Name Sonya Allen Email sallen@ufl.edu
Advancement Search Committee – Associate Vice President
Advancement Search Committee – Associate Vice President
Name of Meeting Advancement Search Committee - Associate Vice President Date 05/01/2025 Start Time 04:00 pm End Time 05:00 pm Location https://ufl.zoom.us/j/94774080003 Contact Name Sonya Allen Email sallen@ufl.edu
20 events,
SafeTalk Training Course
SafeTalk Training Course
This free, half-day SafeTalk training is designed to help you recognize the signs when someone may be struggling with thoughts of suicide—and how to confidently and compassionately connect them to help. This evidence-based training will empower you to make a real difference in your workplace and community. This training will occur in person on Friday, May 2 from […]
20 events,
Guided Nature Walk at Loblolly Park
Guided Nature Walk at Loblolly Park
Escape the hustle and bustle and reconnect with the great outdoors on our rejuvenating nature walk! Guided by Dr. Andreu, a UF professor and expert naturalist, this walk will not only offer a peaceful retreat but also an opportunity to learn about Florida’s diverse ecosystem and how to identify different species. Discover the incredible benefits of nature […]
Master Gardener Volunteer Spring Plant Sale
Master Gardener Volunteer Spring Plant Sale
Select from a variety of herbs, annuals, perennials, spring vegetables, natives, and more at exceptional prices at the Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Sale. An assortment of citrus and other fruit trees, blueberries, house and patio plants are also available while supplies last. Master Gardener Volunteers will be on site for advice on selection and care […]
19 events,
Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk at First Magnitude Brewing Company
Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk at First Magnitude Brewing Company
Go birding with the Alachua Audubon Society on the monthly bird walk starting at the brewery. Alachua Audubon Society volunteers lead the bird walk from First Magnitude Brewing to the nature trail at Depot Park. The tour returns to the brewery an hour later with plenty of time for a nightcap. All skill levels are […]
22 events,
Innovation Hour: Cinco de Mayo Innovation Fiesta (networking event)
Innovation Hour: Cinco de Mayo Innovation Fiesta (networking event)
Hola, entrepreneurs! This Cinco de Mayo, join us for an unforgettable evening of networking and fun at Innovation Hour. Grab your ticket – you don’t want to miss out! This event is open to the public. Please register by noon on Sunday, May 4th. Join us for a vibrant and dynamic Innovation Hour in Alachua, […]
AASP Search Committee meeting
AASP Search Committee meeting
Name of Meeting AASP Search Committee meeting Date 05/05/2025 Start Time 10:00 am End Time 11:00 am Location AASP Conference Room, Turlington 1012K Contact Name Miles Larmer Email m.larmer@ufl.edu
Sound Bath Meditation – Jacksonville
Sound Bath Meditation – Jacksonville
Join Sophie and the Wellness team at 12 p.m. for a Free Sound Bath Meditation. This is an immersive listening experience where nothing is required of you! You may wish to lay down or sit upright on a mat or even sit in a chair. The purpose of this session is to provide an opportunity for deep […]
23 events,
College of the Arts Dean Search Committee Meeting
College of the Arts Dean Search Committee Meeting
Name of Meeting College of the Arts Dean Search Committee Meeting Date 05/06/2025 Start Time 08:30 am End Time 09:30 am Location Fine Arts Building C, Room 102 Contact Name Sarah Fitzpatrick Email sarahfitz@ufl.edu
The New Manager
The New Manager
Being a new manager has its challenges--whether it is a result of being new to a work unit, shifting from peer to supervisor, or just being new to management in general. Attend this workshop to learn how to manage that transition successfully. The workshop also will provide a useful framework for establishing your role as […]
Startup Support: UF Libraries (Lunch & Learn)
Startup Support: UF Libraries (Lunch & Learn)
Join us for an engaging and insightful Lunch & Learn at UF Innovate | Sid Martin Biotech! This session will cover the UF Library System with business librarian Peter McKay. This event is open to the public. Please register by noon on May 5th. Learn what resources the UF library system has to offer and how […]
21 events,
Tom Petty Weekend presents Live On The Lawn: The Shambles & Friends
Tom Petty Weekend presents Live On The Lawn: The Shambles & Friends
Heartwood Soundstage and Tom Petty Weekend present Live On The Lawn Featuring The Shambles, Shiloh, Mike Boulware & Friends FREE - ALL AGES - PET FRIENDLY Come out to Heartwood Soundstage for the first event in our free Live on the Lawn summer series! This special evening will celebrate the release of Tom Petty Weekend general […]
23 events,
Mental Health at Work and Beyond: A Panel Discussion
Mental Health at Work and Beyond: A Panel Discussion
The purpose of this virtual panel discussion is to raise awareness about mental health in the workplace, reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues, and provide practical strategies and resources to support employees' mental well-being. By engaging mental health professionals in this conversation, we aim to create a safe and supportive environment where employees can […]
Wellness University seminars: Pain management and blood health
Wellness University seminars: Pain management and blood health
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Cracking the pain code: UF breakthroughs in relief Join experts from UF’s Center for Advanced Pain Therapeutics and Research and the Pain Research and Intervention Center of Excellence as they share new discoveries in pain research and treatment. With over 50 million Americans affected by chronic pain, UF researchers are pioneering innovative […]
The New Parent Puzzle: Managing Stress, Mental Health, and Maternal Well-Being
The New Parent Puzzle: Managing Stress, Mental Health, and Maternal Well-Being
Becoming a new parent is a life-changing experience filled with joy and challenges. This webinar brings together experts to explore the intersection of parental stress, maternity, and mental health. Our distinguished panel features three-time Olympian, Olympic bronze medalist, and maternal mental health advocate Shannon Rowbury, filmmaker and mindfulness expert Mel Mah, and Dr. Karen R. […]
14 events,
Advancement Search Committee – Associate Vice President
Advancement Search Committee – Associate Vice President
Name of Meeting Advancement Search Committee - Associate Vice President Date 05/09/2025 Start Time 02:00 pm End Time 03:00 pm Location https://ufl.zoom.us/j/98544327727 Contact Name Sonya Allen Email sallen@ufl.edu
Pulp Presents Electronic Music with Sam Prekop (The Sea & Cake), MSHR, and Eric Lanham at 117
Pulp Presents Electronic Music with Sam Prekop (The Sea & Cake), MSHR, and Eric Lanham at 117
Sam Prekop’s boundless imagination is guided by his strong sense of melody. For more than 25 years, as a solo artist or as part of The Sea And Cake, Prekop creates a singular sound inventive and warm. His distinctive vocals, guitar playing and work on modular analog synthesizers are inventive, delicate, and always bear his […]
13 events,
CADE Museum 7th Birthday Bash!
CADE Museum 7th Birthday Bash!
Join us as we blast off for an out-of-this-world Community Day celebration with FREE admission on Saturday, May 10, from 10:00 am – 2:oo pm to mark 7 amazing years of creativity, curiosity, and community! We’re pulling out all the stops with goodie bags for early guests, a petting zoo experience, and birthday themed crafts and […]
Dance Sun Country presents 18th Annual Recital “Secret Garden”
Dance Sun Country presents 18th Annual Recital “Secret Garden”
DANCE Sun Country’s 18th Annual Recital “SECRET GARDEN” Saturday, May 10, 2025 1:00pm-5:00pm Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Dance Sun Country presents their 18th annual Recital, featuring the theme “SECRET GARDEN”! This year’s program features approximately 40 dances and includes performances by all students and classes, from the youngest Dance Tots through the advanced […]
12 events,
Mother’s Day at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
Mother’s Day at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
On Mother's Day, mothers off all ages get free admission into Kanapaha. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens (Gainesville, Florida) is a 68 acre non profit facility comprised of 24 major collections visually accessible from a 1 ½ mile paved walkway. These include the state's largest public display of bamboos and the largest herb garden in the […]
11 events,
12 events,
Appalachian Bluegrass and Venezuelan Llenera with Larry and Joe at Heartwood Soundstage
Appalachian Bluegrass and Venezuelan Llenera with Larry and Joe at Heartwood Soundstage
Larry & Joe is the duo of Joropo maestro Larry Bellorín (Monagas, Venezuela) and Grammy-nominated bluegrass and oldtime star Joe Troop (Winston-Salem, North Carolina). These two virtuosic multi-instrumentalists fuse their respective Venezuelan and Appalachian folk traditions on the harp, banjo, cuatro, fiddle, upright bass, guitar, and maracas to prove that music has no borders. Their […]
15 events,
Communication for Managers
Communication for Managers
Communication is consistently identified as one of the most important tasks of a manager. In this session, we will identify key issues, challenges, and strategies to help managers communicate effectively with team members. Topics covered will include: - Focal points of communication and communication breakdown for managers - Tools for influencing and knowing when to […]
Sound Bath Meditation – Gainesville
Sound Bath Meditation – Gainesville
Join Sophie and the GatorCare Wellness team at 12:30 p.m. for a Free Sound Bath Meditation. This is an immersive listening experience where nothing is required of you! You may wish to lay down or sit upright on a mat or even sit in a chair. The purpose of this session is to provide an opportunity for […]
Leading a Team
Leading a Team
Effective managers create and cultivate collaboration and teamwork in order for their unit to reach its full potential. In this session, we will discuss tactics managers can use to build a collaborative team. Specifically, we will look at team development from a manager perspective and how to facilitate decisions that everyone can commit to by […]
13 events,
Powerful Public Speaking
Powerful Public Speaking
Have you ever been in a meeting or making a presentation and wished you had prepared more fully? Has stage fright ever had an impact on your effectiveness? This program can help! Attend this program and learn how to: - Reduce stage fright - Deliver with professionalism. - Apply the basics of public speaking by […]
Melody Trucks & Fitzkee Brothers
Melody Trucks & Fitzkee Brothers
Melody Trucks & Fitzkee Brothers bring a powerhouse blend of Southern rock, jam, and improvisational fire to every performance. This electrifying collaboration features Melody Trucks (percussion/vocals), Drew Fitzkee (bass/vocals), and Alex Fitzkee (drums/vocals), backed by a rotating cast of elite guitarists and keyboardists. Every show is a unique, high-energy experience that leaves crowds wanting more. Melody […]
7 events,
Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour
Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour
The Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour is a self-guided tour through artist studios in and around Gainesville, Florida. The event takes place on the weekend of May 16, 17, 18, 2025.The tour showcases fine art and fine craft in a broad range of media and styles. The GFAA Artist Studio Tour provides visitors […]
7 events,
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health
RACE: Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dash & Bash: Supporting Pediatric Trauma Services at UF Health, will be on May 17th, 2025 from 8am-12pm at the University of Florida. This event will comprise of a 5K race around the University of Florida, passing by UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, and a post-race “bash.” Along the race […]
45th Annual 5th Ave Arts Festival
45th Annual 5th Ave Arts Festival
The Fifth Avenue Arts Festival, organized annually by the Cultural Arts Coalition in Gainesville, Florida, is a vibrant celebration of art, culture, and community. Held in the historic Fifth Avenue neighborhood, this event highlights the rich cultural heritage of the area through a diverse showcase of artistic expression. The festival features a variety of activities, including: […]
Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour
Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour
The Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour is a self-guided tour through artist studios in and around Gainesville, Florida. The event takes place on the weekend of May 16, 17, 18, 2025.The tour showcases fine art and fine craft in a broad range of media and styles. The GFAA Artist Studio Tour provides visitors […]
6 events,
45th Annual 5th Ave Arts Festival
45th Annual 5th Ave Arts Festival
The Fifth Avenue Arts Festival, organized annually by the Cultural Arts Coalition in Gainesville, Florida, is a vibrant celebration of art, culture, and community. Held in the historic Fifth Avenue neighborhood, this event highlights the rich cultural heritage of the area through a diverse showcase of artistic expression. The festival features a variety of activities, including: […]
Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour
Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour
The Gainesville Fine Arts Association (GFAA) Artist Studio Tour is a self-guided tour through artist studios in and around Gainesville, Florida. The event takes place on the weekend of May 16, 17, 18, 2025.The tour showcases fine art and fine craft in a broad range of media and styles. The GFAA Artist Studio Tour provides visitors […]
5 events,
Focused ultrasound for essential tremor – Wellness University webinar
Focused ultrasound for essential tremor – Wellness University webinar
Please join Dr. Justin D. Hilliard, a UF Health neurosurgeon, for a webinar discussing an incisionless, outpatient treatment for patients diagnosed with a movement disorder known as essential tremor. If you or someone you know has essential tremor, register to learn more about focused ultrasound and how it can help. Focused ultrasound, or FUS, is […]
6 events,
Accountability in the Workplace
Accountability in the Workplace
Participants will define "accountability" as a leadership competency and explore ways to incorporate accountability in their interactions with employees. The overall objective of the workshop is to identify ways to positively impact performance and work culture to get great results.
Women, Whole Health, and the Workplace: A Mental Health Awareness Month Conversation
Women, Whole Health, and the Workplace: A Mental Health Awareness Month Conversation
The month of May is both Mental Health Awareness Month and National Women’s Health Month–and while individuals and organizations have made incredible progress to break down the stigma and shame that surrounds these topics, research shows there’s still more work to be done. In fact, women have twice the lifetime rates of depression and most anxiety […]
4 events,
Power Writing
Power Writing
Make your writing fast, fun, and fabulous! Come to Power Writing and learn how to design power-packed documents that your readers will actually enjoy. In this class we will focus on preparing professional business documents discuss, including a review of grammar, tone, stressing the positive, saying "no" gently, and doing a little more than you […]
Astraeus at First Mag
Astraeus at First Mag
UF Astraeus will host a 30-minute public seminar at First Magnitude Brewery on May 21 with Dr. Amy Williams. The goal of this is to help us meet, connect, and better understand the full scope of space-related work being done here in Gainesville. These talks will be open to all who are interested in space.
3 events,
Leadership: Communicating Care Through a Mindful Employee Experience Strategy CALM
Leadership: Communicating Care Through a Mindful Employee Experience Strategy CALM
When an employee feels their well-being matters, research suggests that their job satisfaction increases while stress and burnout decreases. During this session, we will review three different tools that leaders can use to communicate care to their employees
2 events,
Cultivating an Abundance Mindset
Cultivating an Abundance Mindset
How can one cultivate a mindset of positivity and compassion in the workplace? The answer is to cultivate an abundance mindset. During this course, participants will: distinguish between the Abundance and Scarcity mindsets. Evaluate how each mindset affects us both generally and in the workplace. Develop a plan to move out of scarcity mindset and […]
2 events,
Communicate Assertively
Communicate Assertively
Assertiveness is a skill you can acquire, not a personality trait that some people are born with and others are not. When we communicate assertively, we express our feelings, thoughts, and wishes--standing up for our legitimate rights without violating the rights of others. In this workshop, you'll learn to: Distinguish between assertive, aggressive, and non-assertive […]
3 events,
Developing your Emotional Intelligence for Workplace Effectiveness
Developing your Emotional Intelligence for Workplace Effectiveness
Interacting with people is a large part of our jobs and how we use our emotions and react to others affects our performance. Explore ways to understand your own emotions and how to perceive the emotions of others. Find ways to strengthen relationships, build networks and find common ground. Generate ideas and “next steps” for […]
Emotional Intelligence for Leaders
Emotional Intelligence for Leaders
Participants will define Emotional Intelligence (EI) as a leadership and management competency, building upon a model for emotional and social competency. At the end of this session, participants will be able to identify how emotional intelligence affects leadership and will have generated ideas and next steps to leverage their emotional intelligence in the workplace for […]
2 events,
Silver Linings Community Day
Silver Linings Community Day
All ages are invited to join us for a museum-wide celebration of Silver Linings: Celebrating the Spelman Art Collection. Through 39 works by nearly 30 artists, Silver Linings uplifts the legacy of artists of African descent spanning the 20th century through the contemporary moment, many of whom have been overlooked by mainstream art museums. Visitors can explore the […]