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09/18/2026

I’m a First Year Florida Peer Leader, of course I’m going to tell you to apply by October 4, 2026 at 11:59pm 🧡💙🐊

Links to our applications and position descriptions are in our bio!

Pick an emoji to follow & find your Fall Family Weekend, hosted by CAMPUS USA Credit Union, event!Keep an eye out for mo...
09/15/2026

Pick an emoji to follow & find your Fall Family Weekend, hosted by CAMPUS USA Credit Union, event!

Keep an eye out for more event spotlights!

6:00 — 8:30 p.m. | Gator Family Kickoff | Southwest Rec, Softball Fields

We are so excited to celebrate our Gator families at the Gator Family Kickoff! This family-filled event is the perfect way to kick off a spectacular weekend with fun games, delicious treats, and plenty of opportunities to laugh, make memories, and spend quality time together. Bring the whole family out for an evening of fun that you definitely won’t want to miss!  

12:00 -3:30 PM | Family Tailgate | Reitz Union, North Lawn   

Prior to attending the UF vs Ole Miss Rebels football game, families and students will have access to the Family Tailgate for food and fun! All guests must bring their tailgate tickets and be wearing their Fall Family Weekend wristbands for access to catering, seating, and any other entertainment at the tailgate. 

Families will be responsible for finding parking on their own for this event (keep an eye on your email for more information about parking). Football tickets (for those who purchased them) will be available via the Florida Gators app.

2:00 p.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Craft-A-Gator |Reitz  (Prior RSVP Required)*

Create a lasting memory with your Gator! Join the Arts & Craft Center who is hosting “Craft-A-Gator”, a time to relax and paint a family keepsake with your student. The event will be held at the Reitz Union. While supplies last so, additional registration is required. If there is space available, day of, you can add your family via the QR code!

* Information about how to RSVP will be sent to your email

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | Donuts with the Dean | Reitz Union 

Meet leadership from the Dean of Students Office for donuts, coffee, and conversation! Ask questions about student life, on campus resources, anything UF, and Gainesville related.

T-15 days till Fall Family Weekend, presented by Campus USA Credit Union CAMPUS USA Credit Union ! Who’s excited??
09/10/2026

T-15 days till Fall Family Weekend, presented by Campus USA Credit Union CAMPUS USA Credit Union ! Who’s excited??

Thinking about becoming a Preview Staffer or Peer Leader? 👀Info Sessions start TOMORROW! Come chat with current Peer Lea...
09/08/2026

Thinking about becoming a Preview Staffer or Peer Leader? 👀

Info Sessions start TOMORROW! Come chat with current Peer Leaders and Preview Staffers, learn more about the roles, ask questions, and hear what the experience is really like! 💥

We hope to see you there! 🐊

Info Sessions start THIS WEEK! 🐊Thinking about becoming a Preview Staffer or Peer Leader? Come chat with current staffer...
09/08/2026

Info Sessions start THIS WEEK! 🐊

Thinking about becoming a Preview Staffer or Peer Leader? Come chat with current staffers & peer leaders, learn more about the roles from our graduate assistants, and, of course, ask all your questions!

Come see what it’s all about. We’ll see you there!

The wait is over! Applications are officially OPEN! 🧡💙Ready to make an impact? Apply to be a Preview Staffer or First Ye...
09/04/2026

The wait is over! Applications are officially OPEN! 🧡💙

Ready to make an impact? Apply to be a Preview Staffer or First Year Florida Peer Leader today!

Click the link in our bio to apply.

Applications close October 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Stay tuned for Info Session details coming soon! 🐊

Connect, engage, and inspire new Gators as a Peer Leader in our First Year Florida program!

Live the tradition and welcome thousands of new Gators to campus as a Preview Staffer!

While registration is currently at capacity, spots may open as cancellations are processed. We encourage families to che...
09/01/2026

While registration is currently at capacity, spots may open as cancellations are processed. We encourage families to check back periodically for availability.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our office!
📞 352-392-8396
💻 [email protected]

Fall Family Weekend registrations are filling up fast, so register today to reserve your spot! 🐊If you have any question...
09/01/2026

Fall Family Weekend registrations are filling up fast, so register today to reserve your spot! 🐊

If you have any questions, please reach out to our office!
📞352-392-8396
💻[email protected]

08/19/2026

The UF class of 2030 knows how to bring back 2016 🔥🐊

#2016

Registration is officially open! 🐊Join us for Fall Family Weekend, happening September 25–27, 2026, and experience a wee...
07/27/2026

Registration is officially open! 🐊

Join us for Fall Family Weekend, happening September 25–27, 2026, and experience a weekend full of UF traditions, campus memories, and opportunities to celebrate your Gator.

Register today and start planning your weekend in the Swamp with your family!

For more information and to register, visit welcome.ufl.edu.

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