University of Florida Innovation Academy

University of Florida Innovation Academy The Innovation Academy at UF focuses on developing skills in innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship.

Get a major competitive edge — minor in Innovation at the University of Florida. The Innovation Academy (IA) is one of the nation’s most forward-looking undergraduate programs – at one of its most dynamic research universities. Innovation Academy gives motivated students a small-college experience focused on innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship, ethics and leadership on a unique spring-summer

schedule. The IA enrolls and supports academically talented students focused on developing knowledge to grow new business opportunities, services and products through curricular and co-curricular experiences.

Exciting new program announcement for Innovation Gators 🐊!This fall the Innovation academy is launching a new program ge...
08/27/2026

Exciting new program announcement for Innovation Gators 🐊!

This fall the Innovation academy is launching a new program geared towards helping Catalyst teams take their projects to the next level. The program will provide structured coaching, design and prototyping resources, mentorship, community and a direct pipeline to IA’s founder pipeline. The program begins on September 3 and will have monthly meetings. Come check out the program and decide if it is right for you and your team!

RSVP for the first meeting using the QR code or using this link: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_af9pXr7U1hPjerI

The Prototyping studio is now open for IA student use! The studio is a great resource for turning an idea or class proje...
08/25/2026

The Prototyping studio is now open for IA student use! The studio is a great resource for turning an idea or class project into a physical prototype. IA students have exclusive access to the studio and free 3D printing!

To begin using the studio students must complete a safety and 3D printing course which can be accessed by emailing [email protected].

Fall 2026 Prototyping Studio Hours:
M,W,F
11am - 4pm

Location: CSE 0307, across from the IA Office

What a year! Congratulations to all of the students honored at this past Summit ceremony, it was amazing to see all of t...
08/20/2026

What a year! Congratulations to all of the students honored at this past Summit ceremony, it was amazing to see all of the hard work from our students culminate into their graduation from the Innovation Academy program.

We cannot wait to see what these students go on to do in the world. Thank you and good luck everyone!

Another Catalyst in the books!✨✨Last week our IA students presented their innovations and once again they produced some ...
08/06/2026

Another Catalyst in the books!✨✨

Last week our IA students presented their innovations and once again they produced some amazing prototypes that were developed throughout the semester.

Thank you to all of our judges, faculty and staff for working to make this Catalyst Innovation Showcase a success.

Finally, congratulations to our winning groups for going above and beyond for this showcase. Go Gators!🐊🐊

Attention graduating seniors and families of graduating seniors. Summit is tomorrow! A couple of quick reminders for eve...
08/06/2026

Attention graduating seniors and families of graduating seniors. Summit is tomorrow! A couple of quick reminders for everyone: The event starts at 3pm and will take place in the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom. You can visit the UF parking website to see available parking, but please give yourself enough time to park and find the venue so we can start the event promptly. Once again, congratulations to everyone graduating and their families for attending the Innovation Academy at the University of Florida. See you all tomorrow and Go Gators! 🐊🐊

IA students, MentorGNV is opening applications for the fall 2026 semester. MentorGNV is an organization that provides me...
08/05/2026

IA students, MentorGNV is opening applications for the fall 2026 semester.

MentorGNV is an organization that provides mentors – in the form of UF students like you – for the students of Alachua County Public Schools. Our mentors volunteer in local elementary, middle, and high schools each week to serve as a source of continuous support, companionship, and empowerment for students in our local community. Mentors support their mentees academically, socially, mentally, and emotionally each week as they navigate school and life. We believe that by simply being there for our mentees, we can have a profound impact on their lives, and ultimately, on our whole community.

You can visit mentorgnv.org or scan the QR codes to fill out an application or find out more about the program. Applications are open until September 4th at 11:59 PM.

Attention IA students!Raia Labs is recruiting top talent from the Innovation Academy to build and deploy enterprise AI a...
08/03/2026

Attention IA students!
Raia Labs is recruiting top talent from the Innovation Academy to build and deploy enterprise AI agents for companies globally. Gain hands-on experience backed by the Constellation Software ecosystem.

Apply for open roles directly at https://raialabs.com.

Congratulations to Brooke Fink, our trailblazer for the month of August. Brooke is a third year marketing major with min...
08/01/2026

Congratulations to Brooke Fink, our trailblazer for the month of August. Brooke is a third year marketing major with minors in innovation and professional selling.

Read her blog "Where Uncertainty Becomes Opportunity: Learning to Grow Beyond My Comfort Zone" on the IA website linked here: https://innovationacademy.ufl.edu/student-life/trailblazers/

Do you know of an IA student student going above and beyond? Nominate them to be next month's Trailblazer on our website linked below.

https://innovationacademy.ufl.edu/student-life/trailblazers/

Today is the day!Come to the Florida Gym at 2:00pm to see what our IA students have been up to this Summer B semester. S...
07/31/2026

Today is the day!

Come to the Florida Gym at 2:00pm to see what our IA students have been up to this Summer B semester. Students will be presenting their innovative solutions to the guiding question for the semester:

How might we support Veterans experiencing agitation, anxiety, confusion, or sundowning when the ideal care environment isn’t available?

Details:
Date: July 31, 2026 (Today!)
Time: 2 PM – 5 PM
Location: Florida Gym

Everyone is welcome to attend and see what some of the University's brightest innovators are presenting.

Attention graduating seniors, if you would like to submit a short quote about your time at the IA to be featured on IA s...
07/30/2026

Attention graduating seniors, if you would like to submit a short quote about your time at the IA to be featured on IA socials please fill out the form linked below. The form is also linked at the top of the Linktree in the bio. This is a great way to shout out a class, professor or project you worked on during your time at the IA. Please reference the form for information about submitting your quote and picture.

Form: https://innovationacademy.ufl.edu/senior-quote-form/

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432 Newell Drive , Bldg. #:0042 Suite 300
Gainesville, FL
32611

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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