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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 Vote Cabinet Meeting

O'Neill Reading Rm, 2nd Floor, Pugh Hall

You’re invited to join our last Gators Vote Cabinet meeting! We will be discussing recent achievements, organizing task forces, and setting goals for the upcoming semesters. Snacks and refreshments will be served! Sign up with this link to become a member.  Reach out to Teresa Cornacchione tcornacchione@ufl.edu or Francesca Tomasino f.tomasino@ufl.edu if you have any

Final Day to Pick Up Graduation Cords

Pugh Hall 296 Buckiman Drive, Gainesville, Florida

Graduating students who have earned an international studies major, a public leadership minor or who were actively involved in Bob Graham Center activities during their time at UF may pick up a graduation cord at the BGC office, 2nd floor, Pugh Hall, between 10 am - 4 pm Monday through Friday through May 4.

Fanfares and Fireworks

University of Florida Bandshell at Flavet Field

Enjoy an evening of live music and spectacular fireworks presented by WUFT-TV, WUFT-FM and WUFT Classic. WUFT-FM Morning Edition host Glenn Richards will serve as emcee for the event. The fireworks by Skylighters of Florida will begin at approximately 9:40 p.m.

National Intern Day

Online FL, United States

National Intern Day gives us a chance to celebrate and appreciate past, present and future interns at the Bob Graham Center, and build awareness about the awesome public service and government relations internships available through the Center. Follow us on our social media accounts throughout the day to learn more!

Washington & Tallahassee Internships Info Session

Online FL, United States

Have you heard about the Bob Graham Center's internship programs in Tallahassee and in Washington, DC, and wondered if you might be a good fit? Applications are now open for the Spring 2024 cohorts of these premier positions. Attend our free virtual info session on about the internships on Thursday, Aug 31, from 4-5 pm

Gators Vote Cabinet Meeting

O'Neill Reading Rm, 2nd Floor, Pugh Hall

Join the newly formed Gators Vote Cabinet for their first meeting of the semester on Friday, Sept 8 at 3pm in the O'Neill Reading Room. The Cabinet is a partnership of civic-minded student organizations and campus institutions committed to developing and promoting a culture of civic engagement on our campus year-round. Gators Vote meets regularly

Constitution Trivia Night

Pugh Hall Ocora 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville, Florida, United States

Gators Vote and the Bob Graham Center invite you to register for the 2nd annual Constitution Trivia Night on September 14 at 5:30 pm in the Pugh Hall Ocora. Teams will compete for cash prizes, answering a range of questions on the amendments and facts regarding our US Constitution. First, second, and third place will

National Voter Registration Day

National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday celebrating our democracy. First observed in 2012, it has quickly gained momentum ever since. Nearly 4.5 million voters have registered to vote on the holiday to date. You can register to vote, or update your registration, through UF TurboVote at ufl.turbovote.org. For more information about voting,

Open House

Pugh Hall Ocora 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville, Florida, United States

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