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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.

Latest Past Events

2023 Graham Center Research Symposium

Pugh Hall Ocora 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville

The Bob Graham Center’s annual Research Symposium features panel-style research presentations from undergraduate students funded through the Center. Doors will open at 8:30 am and presentations begin at 9:30 am. The event is open to the public. A limited number of seats are available during each session. RSVP at this link. For further information about

Film Premiere: “The Life Of Oscar Mack: The Bridge Of Freedom To Love”

Pugh Hall Ocora 296 Buckman Dr, Gainesville

The Bob Graham Center hosted the premiere of The Life of Oscar Mack, a documentary film by Deborah Hendrix celebrating the remarkable life of Oscar Mack, who challenged the Florida Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s. Family members and descendants of Mr. Mack will lead discussion of the film. Black WWI Veteran Oscar Mack received

Jumpstarting Gen Z into Politics: Running for Elected Office

Pugh Hall 296 Buckiman Drive, Gainesville

Have you ever thought about running for public office? According to the Pew Research Center, approximately 1 in 10 voters in the upcoming election are Gen Z. With more and more Gen Z voters joining the electorate, how can young people get involved in government beyond voting? The Bob Graham Center Student Fellows and Gators