Upcoming Events
The Art of Difficult Conversations
Most of us work with well-intentioned people. However, difficult issues surface and require our attention, whether it is about scarce resources, misaligned goals, unpredictable policies, differences in opinions, or unprofessional behavior. These skills are the best way to guard against groupthink and invite multiple perspectives and build trust. In this course you will learn how […]
Cycling classes
Student Recreation and Fitness Center 244 FLETCHER DR, Gainesville, FL, United StatesJoin UF RecSports every Thursday for a fast-paced, low-impact cardio workout! Classes are free, open to all faculty and staff, can accommodate 15 participants and are held on Thursdays in the Student Recreation and Fitness Center (SRFC) from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Registration for each class is required to participate. 25 hours prior to the start of class, […]
Zumba classes
UF Health Professional Park 3300 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThese no-cost Zumba classes are available for UF and UF Health Shands employees. Join Deb and Louise for Zumba on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30–6:15 p.m. at the UF Health Professional Park building. Wear comfortable clothes you can work out in, tennis shoes, a water bottle, a towel and an open mind. Zumba is a […]
Dinosaur World Live
Phillips Center 3201 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL, United StatesDare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roar-some-ly thrilling show, and a must-see for all the dinosaur enthusiasts in your family. Discover the prehistoric world and meet the creatures that inhabit it, including Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Segnosaurus, and every child’s favorite — the flesh-eating giant Tyrannosaurus Rex, all brought to […]
Quality Customer Service
We all have customers--The question is "Do we serve them well?" In this workshop, participants will identify customer expectations, review assertive communication as a key component of quality customer service, and discuss common customer service interactions and how to improve them.
Gator Launch Information Session for Faculty & Staff
University of Florida Gainesville, FL, United StatesThis workshop is designed to empower faculty and staff with tools to seamlessly embed career readiness into their courses using Gator Launch (powered by Suitable). This session will highlight the Canvas integration, making it easier than ever to connect students with high-impact learning opportunities directly within your course environment. Participants will also explore the new […]
Yoga Classes
Ustler Hall Atrium 200 Ustler Hall, Gainesville, FL, United StatesJoin Kim Holton, Ph.D., instructional associate professor for the Department of Health Education and Behavior, every Tuesday for a lunchtime yoga class! Classes are held on Tuesdays from 12:15 to 1 p.m. in the Ustler Hall Atrium. They are open to all UF and UF Health employees and are appropriate for all levels of experience. […]
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 […]
Gator Market at the Reitz Union
Reitz Union North Lawn 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, FL, United StatesGator Market is a monthly outdoor market held on the Reitz Union North Lawn at UF during the spring and fall semesters. The event brings together a variety of vendors—from local and student-owned businesses to university departments and student organizations. Attendees can explore a wide selection of offerings, including clothing, handmade goods, plants, jewelry, art, […]
The Whitney Lecture – February 11 (Gainesville) and February 12 (St. Augustine)
University of Florida Gainesville, FL, United StatesSpeaker: Dr. Nancy Knowlton Conservation Bright Spots: Making a Difference for Nature, Climate and People The University of Florida Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience presents the 2026 Whitney Lecture on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 in Gainesville, Florida and Thursday, February 12, 2026 in St. Augustine, Florida with the program titled “Conservation Bright Spots: Making a […]
Relationship Strategies
Would you like to substantially increase your ability to communicate with other people? Can you imagine the ways this might benefit you in your career, your day-to-day dealings with people, and in your personal relationships? "Relationship Strategies" assembles a number of simple tools that can be easily applied to improve both business and interpersonal relationships. […]
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 […]