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.
Gators Going Global: Living and Working Abroad
O'Neill Reading Room 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThis event took place on November 18, a recording is available here. -- The Bob Graham Center for Public Service, the home of UF’s International Studies major, has planned a special event during International Education week. Join us on Thursday, November 18, at 2 pm for “Gators Going Global: Living and Working Abroad" in the O'Neill …
Presidential Power: Truman and the Steel Crisis
ZoomJoin Mark Adams, Education Director for the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum via Zoom on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 4:00 PM to learn more about President Truman and the Steel Crisis of 1952. The early 1950s were marred by conflict abroad and domestically, as President Truman deployed American troops for the Korean War …
Forgotten Queer Histories: Finding LGBTQ+ Superheroes and Ghosts
The lives of LGBTQ+ people are often rendered invisible in dominant narratives of history, in omissions both stark and subtle. Join us Friday, December 3 at noon for a roundtable luncheon discussion with Alyssa Dewees and Kevin Cooley who will each share their research on forgotten queer histories. Reserve a luncheon spot for the talk During …
Gainesville Redistricting Workshop: Drawing Democracy with Transparency
Pugh Hall Ocora 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville, Florida, United StatesThe drawing of electoral districts is often considered one of the least transparent processes in democratic governance. Are you ready to draw a district map for Gainesville City Commission consideration? The University of Florida’s Bob Graham Center for Public Service and City of Gainesville invite you to participate in an interactive workshop about the redistricting process …
First Take: Florida’s 2022 Legislative Session
Pugh Hall Ocora 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville, Florida, United StatesThis event has passed, a recording is available here. ----- Join the Bob Graham Center for Public Service and UF’s Office of Government & Community Relations to hear from legislative leaders and government affairs professionals about the statewide priorities ahead of the 2022 Florida Legislative Session. Panelists will speak to: The specific issues and policies …
Future of Florida Summit Applications Due
Reitz Union 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, FL, United StatesJoin us at the 2022 Future of Florida Summit on Economic Policy: Maximizing Fresh Insights Into Florida Economic Policy! Students from any Florida college or university are eligible to attend. Distinguished panelists and speakers will address topics relating economics to: COVID 19 Immigration College Debt Economic Equality The Summit takes place February 11-13, 2022, at the …
Killing King Again: Race, Power, & the Cost of Unfulfilled Dreams
Pugh Hall Ocora 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville, Florida, United StatesThis event has passed, a recording of the event is available here. --- In the aftermath of the January 6, 2021 violence at the U.S. Capitol, not a single commentator referred to Dr. Martin Luther King’s call to nonviolence. How could this happen, less than two weeks from the national holiday that bears King’s name? Does …
The Washington Center Virtual Info Session
Online FL, United StatesJoin The Washington Center for a virtual info session to see how you can intern in Washington, D.C. while earning academic credit. During a semester or summer with TWC, you’ll gain real-world experience in your field, expand your professional network and prepare to launch a career you’ll love. The session is Jan 19 at 4:30 …
Finding Solutions to the Heirs Property Problem
UF Levin College of Law 309 Village Dr, Gainesville, Florida, United StatesJoin the UF Levin College of Law and the Bob Graham Center for Public Service on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 in the College's Bailey Event Space for a timely discussion about Heirs Property. This half-day event will feature two panel discussions exploring heirs property and identifying solutions to the challenges associated with it. Following the …
Washington, DC Internship Info Session
O'Neill Reading Room, 2nd floor, Pugh HallWhat's involved in applying for and successfully completing the Washington Internship Program offered by the Graham Center and UF Federal Relations? Applications for the Summer 2022 internship open Jan 28 and close Feb 24. Before you take the time to apply, visit our website, or attend our in-person info session on Monday, Feb 7 from …