J. Wayne Reitz Union
Educating Leaders for a Global Community
With over 650 student organizations at UF, it is often helpful to identify what type of student organization you are interested in joining. Below is a list of broad categories to guide you:
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For more information about student organizations, search the organization listings or contact IDEAL to set up a one-on-one involvement consultation.
For some UF students, joining a social fraternity or sorority makes the transition to college easier by forming strong relationships with a community of individuals dedicated scholarship, service, leadership and community. With 61 chapters at UF, each with slightly different values and purposes, it should not be difficult to find one that meets your interests.
Student Government is the "student voice" to UF administration, representing students on campus policies and issues. You can get involved with SG by working with or holding office in one of the three branches: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial. Whatever your level or area of involvement may be, it is important for all students to stay informed of SG issues.
If you are living on-campus, you may want to get involved with your residence hall area government. This is a great opportunity for you to have a voice in issues affecting your residence hall, as well as be involved in planning programs and events. For more information about residential involvement, talk to your Resident Assistant or visit the housing website.
The Career Resource Center (CRC) is not just a facility to be used during your senior year to help with the job search; rather, you should take advantage of the staff and services as early as your first year. The CRC library contains thousands of books to aid with Major selection, career guidance, self-assessment tools, job skills, and more; career counselors are available to help you prepare for and make career decisions; CRC staff offer interview training skills and resume critiques; and the CRC also connects students with employers for internships and professional positions. Visit the CRC on the 1st floor of the Reitz Union to find out more!
Research indicates that students working in on-campus positions have higher graduation rates and are more likely to graduate in four years. Furthermore, working on-campus affords students more time to be involved in other campus activities, as drive time from work to class is eliminated. To find out about job opportunities on campus, contact student employment.
The Department of Recreational Sports provides an opportunity for every student to participate in an athletic or recreational activity on a voluntary basis. Through participation, it is hoped that each individual will develop an appreciation of the worthy use of leisure time and a wholesome attitude toward physical activity both while in college and in the future years. Below are was to get involved in RecSports.
The Center for Leadership and Service (CLS) provides educational programs, workshops and conferences; coordinates community service, leadership, and service learning opportunities for students; develops reciprocal relationships with the community in order to best serve all parties; and will serve as a resource and trainer for faculty and staff on these topics. To learn more about leadership and/or service or to find out how to get involved with leadership and/or service organizations, contact or visit the CLS in Peabody Hall.
Participating in a study abroad program is a fantastic way to expose you to a different culture while learning and obtaining academic credit. Programs are offered in dozens of countries in a variety of disciplines, so surely there is at least one opportunity out there for you!
In 2003 UF finished first in the SEC All-Sports Trophy competition for the 12th consecutive season! If you are interested in participating in or learning more about Men’s or Women’s Intercollegiate sports, visit the Athletics website.
To get involved with one of the spirit teams, including the Dazzlers, Cheerleaders or Mascots, visit the Gatorzone Spirit website.
Or, to learn more about the UF bands, including the "Pride of the Sunshine" Marching Band, the Gatorettes, the Florida Visual Ensemble or the Basketball/Volleyball bands, visit the UF Bands website.
UF is one of few institutions that allows its undergraduate students to conduct research with Faculty. This is a great way to pursue your educational interests, build relationships with UF faculty, and enhance your resume, especially for graduate school. To learn more about researching with faculty, visit the Honors Website.
UF has many forms of media outlets with which students can become involved, including newsletters, magazines, radio and television stations, yearbook and the off-campus newspaper, the Independent Florida Alligator. Click on the links below to learn more:
Throughout the year there are many large campus events and programs, most of which are organized and run by students. Not only can you attend these events, but you can also get involved in planning them. View the event calendar to find out about upcoming events and search the student organizations list to get involved with the groups who sponsor or coordinate these events.
