The Bob Graham Center for Public Service provides a wide variety of programs for students and the larger public on topics related to public service, public leadership and civic engagement.
Summer ’25 Washington DC Internships Virtual Info Session
ZoomMake your mark in Washington, DC! The application for the Summer 2025 cohort of the Bob Graham Center Washington Internship Program is now open. If you expect to apply for summer or a future term, please register for this session. The University of Florida Bob Graham Center for Public Service and UF Federal Relations are …
2024 & Beyond: Insights and the Future of Campaigning
Emerson Alumni Hall 1938 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United StatesYou are invited to attend the University of Florida’s Political Campaigning forum, an all-day event that offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the critical outcomes of the 2024 election cycle while setting sights on the road ahead for U.S. politics—including the pivotal 2026 Governor’s race, Congressional midterms, and the 2028 presidential election. The forum is …
Kristen Soltis Anderson: Insights and the Future of Campaigning
Emerson Alumni Hall 1938 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe political campaigning keynote conference will feature UF alumna and renowned pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson. She will provide insights in the forces shaping modern politics and explore campaign challenges, polarization strategies, and key takeaways from the 2024 election. Registration for the luncheon is now closed as the event has reached capacity. Those unable to register …
Climate Communications Summit: Trust, Connection and the Climate Story
Reitz Union 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, FL, United StatesInterested in helping tell the story of climate change? This year, our annual summit will focus on building trust and connecting with communities with climate change communications. The summit is free to attend, but RSVP is required. Click Here to RSVP. Keynote Speaker: Benji Backer, “Making Climate Change Nonpartisan Again” Panel: Vocabulary of Trust: New insights into words, language …
UF Gulf Scholars Medallion Orientation
ZoomLooking to focus your studies on the Gulf region? Consider pursuing the UF Gulf Scholars Medallion. By completing the required coursework, experiential learning opportunities, and a Gulf Impact Project, you will be well-prepared to tackle some of the Gulf’s most pressing challenges, whether in graduate school or the workforce. Enrollment for the medallion program is …
UF Gulf Scholars Medallion Orientation
ZoomAre you interested in earning the UF Gulf Scholars Medallion? Join us virtually to learn about the course requirements, experiential learning opportunities, and the Gulf Impact Project guidelines.
Summer 2025 Public Service Excursion to Washington, D.C.
Interested in careers in public service, public policy, government relations, law, international relations, the public sector, and more? Join Beyond120 and the Bob Graham Center for Public Service on an unforgettable week in our nation’s capital. In partnership with the Beyond120 program and the Bob Graham Center for Public Service, this excursion exposes students to industries related to …
Breaking Into International Affairs & Media: Paths and Possibilities
O'Neill Reading Room, 2nd floor, Pugh HallCurious about a career in international affairs or media? Join a careers conversation with the dynamic duo of Hagar Chemali and Salem Solomon as they share insider tips on breaking into the field, shaping global narratives, and building a career with impact. They bring their vast experience in government, journalism, and media innovation to share …
UF Gulf Scholars Cohort Meeting with Dr. Galen Treuer
Pugh Hall, O’Neill Reading Room (Room 201) 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville, FL, United StatesAre you interested in learning more about climate careers? If you are enrolled in the UF Gulf Scholars medallion program, join us to connect with your peers and hear career advice from Dr. Galen Treuer, leading climate tech and economic strategist for Miami-Dade County. Not yet signed up for UF Gulf Scholars? Visit our website …
Our Gulf, Our Future: Unlocking Climate Tech Innovation
Pugh HallIn a public talk in the Ocora, Dr. Galen Treuer from Miami-Dade County's Climate Ready Tech Hub spoke about the intersection of climate change, environmental policy, and economic innovation. He highlighted the challenge of communicating climate change effectively, noting that abstract data often failed to inspire action, whereas tangible impacts like sea level rise and …