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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

Senator Bill Frist discussed the future of health care

Former Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist spoke on April 5, 2010 at the University of Florida’s 21st Century News Laboratory. He discussed health care reform, praising efforts to insure more Americans and to set up demonstration projects and criticizing the lack of incentives based on outcomes and the cost of the program.He also discussed Haiti

US Navy Seal Eric Greitens on his organization, The Mission Continues

A former U.S. Navy SEAL officer, Eric Greitens presented an inspirational program to a packed auditorium on March 24, 2010. He discussed the objectives of his group The Mission Continues and gave examples of how it has transformed the lives of wounded and disabled veterans. These veterans are continuing their mission by serving their country and communities as

Carl Hiaasen talks about Florida’s economy, politics and future

Prize-winning journalist and author Carl Hiaasen spoke to a standing-room only audience on March 2, 2010. During his talk "Carl on Florida," Hiaasen related personal anecdotes, discussed the development of some of his most notable characters and answered questions from the audience. To view Carl Hiaasen's entire presentation, click on these links: Part 2: 28