Greetings | The Stephen C. O'Connell Center welcomes you! If you have any questions about visiting our venue, please contact the Box Office at 352-392-1653, that's 3. 5. 2. 3. 9. 2. 1. 6. 5. 3. or the O'Connell Center administrative offices at 352-392-5500.

Office of Admissions Gator Fair

As the newest member of our Gator Nation, you and two family members/guests are invited to the Gator Fair, one of our newly-admitted student day events. By attending the Gator Fair event, you will have the opportunity to see UF as a place to discover, nurture and advance the contribution of yourselves by connecting with current students, staff and each other through engagement, food and fun. The Gator Fair is an “optional” event. Space is limited, so sign up early!

Event Information

Check-in: 10:00am
Entry: Only those who have registered will be able to enter at Gate 1
Camera Policy: No cameras are permitted for this event. Cell phone cameras are allowed.
Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
Parking: Parking will be available in the flat lot and garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center.
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Additional Information: For the full program schedule and additional information, please visit: https://my.admissions.ufl.edu/portal/GF

UF Pharmacy White Coat Ceremony

Join the UF College of Pharmacy as we celebrate three white coat ceremonies on Saturday, April 2.

Event Information

Event Start: 10:00am
Entry: Patrons enter through Gate 1. Students enter through Gate 4.
Camera Policy: Cameras are permitted for this event.
Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
Parking: Parking will be available in the flat lot and garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center.
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Live Stream: The event will be made available to view online at: https://pharmacy.ufl.edu/live-event-stream/
Additional Information: For the full event schedule and additional information, please visit: https://pharmacy.ufl.edu/white-coat-ceremony/

Men’s Basketball vs. Iona (NIT Round 1)

Additional Information

Tip-Off: 9:00pm
Doors Open: 8:00pm
Gates: Gate 1 will be open to the general public. Students enter through Gate 3.
Camera Policy: Small personal cameras are allowed. No professional cameras and NO DETACHABLE LENSES. The use of a flash is also prohibited.
Video/Audio Recording Policy: Video and audio recording is not allowed
Concession Information: Available throughout locations on concourse level.
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
Parking: Parking in the flat lot and garage adjacent to the O’Connell Center will be first come, first served. Parking is lifted in these areas at 3:30pm on weekdays.
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Commencement – Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (Master’s)

Excited to celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 5:30pm
Processional: Starts at 6:30pm

Attendees:

Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (Master’s)

Additional Information

Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, they are subject to be searched at the doors
Concession Information: Main concession stands will be closed for this event. Beverages will be sold at beverage carts inside the Gate 1 lobby.
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Accessible Gates: Gate 1 and 3 for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Regalia: Regalia can be ordered at: https://commencement.ufl.edu/

Commencement – Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (Bachelor’s)

Excited to celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 12:30pm
Processional: Starts at 1:30pm

Attendees:

Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (Bachelor’s)

Additional Information

Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, they are subject to be searched at the doors
Concession Information: Main concession stands will be closed for this event. Beverages will be sold at beverage carts inside the Gate 1 lobby.
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Accessible Gates: Gate 1 and 3 for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Regalia: Regalia can be ordered at: https://commencement.ufl.edu/

Commencement – Agriculture and Life Sciences

Excited to celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 7:30am
Processional: Starts at 8:30am

Attendees:

Agriculture and Life Sciences

Additional Information

Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, they are subject to be searched at the doors
Concession Information: Main concession stands will be closed for this event. Beverages will be sold at beverage carts inside the Gate 1 lobby.
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Accessible Gates: Gate 1 and 3 for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Regalia: Regalia can be ordered at: https://commencement.ufl.edu/

Commencement – Liberal Arts & Sciences #3

Excited to celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 5:30pm
Processional: Starts at 6:30pm

Attendees:

Bachelor’s Degrees in Philosophy; Physics; Psychology; Religion; Sociology; Spanish & Portuguese; Statistics/Data Science; Sustainability Studies; Women’s Studies. *Scheduled majors per ceremony are based on graduation number projections and are subject to change.

Additional Information

Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, they are subject to be searched at the doors
Concession Information: Main concession stands will be closed for this event. Beverages will be sold at beverage carts inside the Gate 1 lobby.
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Accessible Gates: Gate 1 and 3 for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Regalia: Regalia can be ordered at: https://commencement.ufl.edu/

Commencement – Liberal Arts and Sciences #2

Excited to celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 12:30pm
Processional: Starts at 1:30pm

Attendees:

Bachelor’s Degrees in African American Studies; Bachelor’s Degrees in Economics; Geography; Geology; History; Interdisciplinary Studies; International Studies; Foreign Languages & Literatures; Linguistics; Marine Sciences; Mathematics; Microbiology & Cell Science; Political Science. *Scheduled majors per ceremony are based on graduation number projections and are subject to change.

Additional Information

Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, they are subject to be searched at the doors
Concession Information: Main concession stands will be closed for this event. Beverages will be sold at beverage carts inside the Gate 1 lobby.
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Accessible Gates: Gate 1 and 3 for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Regalia: Regalia can be ordered at: https://commencement.ufl.edu/

Commencement – Liberal Arts & Sciences #1

Excited to celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 7:30am
Processional: Starts at 8:30am

Attendees:

Master’s Degrees. Bachelor’s Degrees in African American Studies; Anthropology; Astronomy/Astrophysics; Biology/Botany/Zoology; Chemistry; Classical Studies; Computer Science; Criminology; English. *Scheduled majors per ceremony are based on graduation number projections and are subject to change.

Additional Information

Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, they are subject to be searched at the doors
Concession Information: Main concession stands will be closed for this event. Beverages will be sold at beverage carts inside the Gate 1 lobby.
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Accessible Gates: Gate 1 and 3 for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Regalia: Regalia can be ordered at: https://commencement.ufl.edu/

Commencement – Warrington College of Business (Heavener)

Excited to celebrate these University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Entrance: Gate 1- Doors open @ 12:30pm
Processional: Starts at 1:30pm

Attendees:

Warrington College of Business (Heavener)

Additional Information

Camera Policy: Professional cameras are allowed, however, they are subject to be searched at the doors
Concession Information: Main concession stands will be closed for this event. Beverages will be sold at beverage carts inside the Gate 1 lobby.
Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
Accessible Gates: Gate 1 and 3 for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
Metal Detectors: https://www.oconnellcenter.ufl.edu/metal-detector-screening/
Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited. Security and Policies
Parking: Information found here: Commencement Parking
Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
Regalia: Regalia can be ordered at: https://commencement.ufl.edu/

Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Administration:

352-392-5500

Box Office:

352-392-1653

Fax:

352-392-7106

Email:

scoc-info@ufl.edu

Physical Address:

University of Florida
Stephen C. O’Connell Center
250 Gale Lemerand Drive
Suite 2110
Gainesville, FL 32611

Mailing Address:

University of Florida
Stephen C. O’Connell Center
PO Box 115850
Gainesville, FL 32611-5850

Stephen C. O'Connell Center

Box Office:

352-392-1653

Physical Address:

University of Florida
Stephen C. O’Connell Center
250 Gale Lemerand Drive
Gainesville, FL 32611

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