Gator Times

UF’s new wireless networks opened for testing on May 6. Testing is open on Main campus and Housing and Residence Education areas. Improvements as a result of the Unified Network Project include a common access method across campus, credential caching to avoid having to repeatedly log in, and better security for wireless devices using the network.
Wi-Fi [...]

Gator Tip of the Week: Make the most out of your summer break. Get involved in opportunities which boost your resume and help you follow your passions.
Learn more at http://www.umatter.ufl.edu/

May 15 (by 11:59 p.m.) is the last day to drop or withdraw from summer A/C without fee liability.  If you drop or withdraw from Summer A/C after Tuesday, May 15, you will receive a “W” on your transcript. Review drop/withdrawal policy from the Registrar’s Homepage: Students> Registering> Dropping Courses
Summer A 2012 S/U application deadline [...]

May 15 (by 11:59 p.m.) is the last day to drop or withdraw from summer A/C without fee liability.  If you drop or withdraw from Summer A/C after Tuesday, May 15, you will receive a “W” on your transcript. Review drop/withdrawal policy from the Registrar’s Homepage: Students> Registering> Dropping Courses
Wednesday, May 23 is the last [...]

Attention International and Study Abroad Students!
Are you interested in teaching young students about your home and host country? If the answer is yes, then become an international speaker for the International Student Speakers Bureau (ISSB). The ISSB is a group of international and study abroad students from the University of Florida who volunteer to teach [...]

Registration for Reitz Union leisure courses begins today!
These fun, non-credit classes range from dance to golf to ceramics to computer skills. For registration information and course listings visit www.union.ufl.edu/leisure

The deadline for students to apply for fall internships at the Harn Museum of Art is coming up on June 1.  Students can find complete information on specific internship projects offered in the fall, as well as an application at this Web site: http://www.harn.ufl.edu/workwithus
They invite students from all majors to apply to work with them [...]

The MUSE program offers students the opportunity to share their love of fun and passion for art with others. All majors welcome!
MUSEs (Museum University Student Educators) are one-semester volunteers who create and present interactive and engaging experiences for museum visitors at Museum Nights. A select group of 10–15 students from diverse academic backgrounds work together [...]

A Mother’s Day performance by Straight No Chaser will be held at 2 p.m. May 13 at the Phillips Center.
Lauded for its unforgettable live performances, the 10-member male a cappella group’s recent album “Six Pack: Vol. 2? has the ensemble put its touch on a selection of modern pop classics, including Weezer’s “Buddy Holly” and [...]

Fight off those end of semester blues, prepare for your exams, and celebrate the end of another successful semester at De-Stress Study Fest.
From now until April 30, the J. Wayne Reitz Union will be open 24 hours.
During that time, you can find everything from tutoring sessions to open study rooms to relaxing [...]

Congrats, UF Seniors! Celebrate your graduation with the UF Alumni Association. UF’’s Grad Gala will take place on Thursday, April 26 from 8 – 10 p.m. at Emerson Alumni Hall.
Enjoy a live band, dancing and desserts!
Entrance is free for all graduating seniors, just bring your UF ID for check-in.

The College Department with Sony Music and Hear Again! Music and Movies will be hosting a Paul Simon Tribute Night! Come out to Double Down Live on April 26 at 9 p.m. for a free and exclusive screening of “Under African Skies,” the behind-the-scenes documentary about the album, plus a Paul Simon cover night featuring [...]

Gators for Asha’a aim is to raise funds and awareness about education of underprivileged children. Last year, the chapter has raised $30,000 and supported six educational projects. They are looking for students to fill the following positions:
•             President
•             Co-coordinator
•             Treasurer
•             Event Coordinators
•             Webmaster
•             Projects Coordinator
•             Secretary
•             New Member Coordinator
•             Publicity Coordinator
•             Local Community Service Coordinator
•             [...]

Silent No More Awareness at UF – hosted by the UF Pro-Life Alliance
Why are these men and women Silent No More?
Silent No More Awareness is a Campaign whereby people make the public aware of the devastation abortion brings to women and men. The campaign seeks to expose and heal the secrecy and silence surrounding the [...]

Help bridge the gap between student leaders and students campus-wide. Get involved in SG and attend Student Senate meetings.
Senate meeting are open to the public, every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in Reitz Union Room 282.
Increase  SG transparency, and remember all bills passed in Student Senate are available on http://www.sg.ufl.edu/GovernmentBranches/Legislative/Bills
Contact Student Senate President Aundre  R . [...]

Do you wish your organization could directly reach out to
8,000 students in a fun and memorable way? Well now’s your chance!
Each year the Inter-Residence Hall Association provides a Welcome Bag
for the 8,000 on-campus residents during fall move-in. These
drawstring bags include a variety of items sponsored by student
organizations, so students receive a warm welcome to the [...]