UF Government and Community Relations

Did you know a University of Florida scientist carried years of lab research into space?
A new UF documentary follows Dr. Rob Ferl’s 2024 Blue Origin flight, highlighting the extensive preparation, collaboration, and human effort required to take science beyond Earth - and the growing goal of making spaceflight a more routine part of research.
Watch here: https://go.ufl.edu/2jvyeo0

Applications are now open for the Communications Intern position with the University of Florida Office of Government and Community Relations!

This opportunity gives UF students hands-on experience supporting communications and marketing efforts that connect the university with leaders across campus, Tallahassee, and Washington, DC. From creating social media content and marketing campaigns to supporting advocacy communications, interns will gain valuable professional experience while working alongside the GCR team.

Apply now and view qualifications: gcr.ufl.edu/internship

Innovation meets impact.
UF has been recognized by Forbes as one of the nation’s Public “New Ivies” for 2026, highlighting leadership in artificial intelligence.
Read more about it here:
https://go.ufl.edu/7egnutr

Applications are now open for the 2026–27 CiviGators Internship Program!

Gain hands-on public service experience, build professional skills, and make an impact in the community through this unique UF internship opportunity.

Apply now: https://bobgrahamcenter.ufl.edu/internships/civigators-public-service-internship/

Today, we wrapped up our last Eye Opener before summer, and it was an honor to welcome Dr. Nicole Davis and her colleagues from the UF Health Mobile Stroke Program. Dr. Davis shared how the Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit (MSTU) is transforming stroke care across Florida by improving quality of life, reducing hospital stays, and lowering mortality risk for stroke patients through rapid, specialized treatment delivered directly in the field.

Thank you to Dr. Davis and the entire MSTU team for showcasing the lifesaving work you are doing every day to serve communities across our state.

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a campus visit with representatives from Rep. Kat Cammack’s office and the Senate Committee on Agriculture to explore The Future of Florida Agriculture.

From touring the Bee Lab (and taking home some sweet Florida honey) to diving into blueberry research and experiencing a field tour at the Plant Science Research and Education Unit, it was a hands-on look at the innovation driving our state forward. The visit wrapped up with dinner at Spurrier’s and a special appearance by UF Olympic gold medalist Bobby Finke.

Grateful for the opportunity to showcase the impact of UF’s research and the future of agriculture in Florida 🌱