Bob Graham Center for Public Service

The Bob Graham Center for Public Service Open house will be held on Sept. 26 from 4-5:30 pm in the Pugh Hall Ocora.

Meet our new and returning academic faculty and staff, learn about the exciting speakers and upcoming events this fall, and discover how you can become engaged in student organizations and internships.

Register now at this link.

The Bob Graham Center for Public Service was established at the University of Florida in 2006 by former U.S. Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham to create a community of students, scholars, and citizens who share a commitment to revitalizing the civic culture of Florida and the nation.

The Center builds on the Senator’s legacy and his dedication to the idea that the next generation of leaders need a firm grounding in democratic government and command of the tools of civic engagement to discharge their rights and responsibilities as a citizen of the United States.

The Graham Center is now home to some of UF’s most popular student organizations, including the Freshman Leadership Council, the Bob Graham Center Student Fellows, UF Mock Trial, the Florida Political Review, the Future of Florida Summit and the Public Leadership Society.

Focusing on civic engagement, the Center provides voting resources and voter education. You’ll be able to learn about the newly formed Gators Vote Cabinet, a coalition between student organizations committed to civic engagement initiatives, and how you can become civically engaged. 

Internships and scholarship programs are another significant part of the Graham Center. Research opportunities include the Reubin Askew Scholars, Civic Scholars, and Haskell Scholars Programs. Find out how you can apply for the Tallahassee and Washington DC, and City of Gainesville Internship Programs.

With the range and diversity of opportunities we offer, we hope to welcome you at the Bob Graham Center’s Open House! Free food and refreshments will be served.