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Author: Renee Musson

Florida Invitational Step Show 2019

Doors: 6:00pm

The 2018 Florida Invitational Step Show is set to take place on February 16th at 7:00 PM.

The Florida Invitational Step Show is the largest student ran step show in the southeastern region of the United States, hosted by the University of Florida’s Black Student Union.

Additional Information

  • 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 are not allowed
  • Concession Information: Open at all gates
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Parking: Please be advised that the only General Public parking near the O’Connell Center will be in the O’Connell Center parking garage as well as the lot. Parking is first come, first serve and is lifted at 3:30 pm on the weekdays.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Rinker School Career Fair

Location: Exactech Arena

Schedule of Events:
Thursday 2/14-
9:00 am: Career Fair Begins
-enter through the Administrative Gate
1:30 pm: Career Fair Ends/ Individual Interviews Begin
6:00 pm: Individual Interviews End
Friday 2/15-
9:00 am: Career Fair Begins
-enter through the Administrative Gate
1:30 pm: Career Fair Ends/ Individual Interviews Begin
5:00 pm: Individual Interviews End

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FHSAA HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITIVE CHEERLEADING STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019

Location: Exactech Arena
Doors (both days): 7:00am for competitors/athletes 8:00am for parents and patrons
Admission Information: $12.00 per patron – Gate 1 Box Office.
You will need to purchase a ticket for each day you attend. One ticket does not gain entry for both days.
Host: Gainesville Sports Commission and the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA)

The Florida High School Athletic Association will be hosting their High School Competitive Cheerleading State Competitions in the Exactech Arena. Join us as these talented high school teams compete for the title of Florida State Champions!

  • Security: Patrons will be asked to pass through metal detectors prior to entry in the building. Please refer to our Metal Detector Screening page for more information on this policy.
  • Prohibited Items: Please see our Security Policies page for a list of prohibited items.
  • 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 are allowed for this event
  • Concession Information: Available in Gate 1 lobby. ONLY COMPETITORS are allowed to bring in a water bottle, but NO other outside food or drinks will be permitted inside the building.
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking – Parking will be available in the North Lawn as well as Flavet Field; please refer to the following MAP for directions. Parking is lifted in the O’Connell Center lot and Garage at 3:30pm each weekday
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • More Info: For more information on the event, please refer to the FHSAA Website.

For more events hosted by the Gainesville Sports Commission, please refer to their website at: https://www.gainesvillesportscommission.com/

College of Medicine Research Poster Session

Description: This event is an opportunity to collaborate and reflect on the quality of research conducted within the College of Medicine. It is a time to appreciate the impact that research has and how it continues to propel the College of Medicine and the University of Florida forward.

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Swim and Dive vs. Tennessee

Location: Natatorium (Pool)
Doors: 2:00pm
Ticketing: This is a non-ticketed event

The Tennessee Volunteers come to town to face off against your Florida Gators. The Diving portion of the swim meet will be held on this day.

Additional Information

  • Gates: Gate 2 will be open for the General Public.
  • Security: Patrons will be asked to walk through metal detectors upon entry into the building. See all the Security Policies listed HERE
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • 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 at Gate 2
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Parking: Parking is available in the O’Connell Center garage
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Commencement – Doctoral Degrees

Come join the University of Florida graduates as they take their next step in the Gator Nation!

Attendees

  • Standard Doctoral Degrees: Ph.D., Ed.D.
  • Professional Degrees: Au.D., D.B.A., D.N.P., D.P.M., D.P.T., PharmD

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Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering Recognition Ceremony

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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Recognition Ceremony

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Warrington College of Business Recognition Ceremony

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College of Liberal Arts and Science Recognition Ceremony

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