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.

Category: Events

UF Commencement – Master’s Specialist’s, and Bachelor’s Degrees. University-Wide

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

Attendees:

  • College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
  • College of the Arts
  • Warrington College of Business
  • College of Design, Construction and Planning
  • College of Education
  • Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering
  • College of Health and Human Performance
  • College of Journalism and Communications
  • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • College of Medicine
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Pharmacy
  • College of Public Health and Health Professions
  • College of Veterinary Medicine

Additional Information:

  • Camera Policy: Small personal cameras are allowed. No professional cameras or cameras with detachable lenses.
  • Concession Information: Open
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Accessible Gates: Gates 1 and 3 open for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
  • More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited.
  • Parking: Parking will be effected by construction on Gale Lemerand Drive. The University has issued a letter with links to the campus map and directions on how to proceed when you arrive to avoid this construction. Please refer to the letter HERE.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

UF Commencement – Doctoral Degrees, University-wide

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

Attendees: All Ed.D., Au.D., D.P.M., D.N.P., D.P.T., D.B.A., Pharm.D., and Ph.D.

  • Camera Policy: Small personal cameras are allowed. No professional cameras or cameras with detachable lenses.
  • Concession Information: Open
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Accessible Gates: Gate 1 is open for guests. Graduates enter through Gate 4.
  • More Information: http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/commencement/
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Noisemakers, blow horns, helium balloons and wrapped packages are prohibited.
  • Parking: Parking will be effected by construction on Gale Lemerand Drive. The University has issued a letter with links to the campus map and directions on how to proceed when you arrive to avoid this construction. Please refer to the letter HERE.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »

Chris Tomlin

JoyFM and the Stephen C. O’Connell Center present Chris Tomlin on the Good Good Father tour on November 3rd, at the Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center!

Doors Open: 6:00 PM

Special Guest: Matt Maher

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 is 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 »

Gator Swim Camp Session II

Eligibility
Open to swimmers between 8- and 18-years-old.

Session II – Monday, June 19 – Thursday, June 22

The Session Camp is designed to review the drills, starts, and turns of all four strokes. The drills will then be incorporated into a workout session. Session campers must bring a pair of fins.

Cost: Day: $550; Resident: $750
Ages: 8 – 18 years
Daily Check In: 8:00 AM
Daily Check-Out: 5:00 PM (Last day check-out: 3:00pm)

Day Campers must be signed in and out by an adult (either their parent or someone authorized by their parent) each day.

To register and see more information about the camp schedule, please visit FloridaGators.com. 

Gator Swim Elite Camp

Elite Swim Camp
Elite Camp: June 11-23 (2-week camp)

Eligibility  
Open to swimmer of all ages who have completed the 8th grade.

The Elite Camp is designed for the experienced and highly motivated athlete. Campers must be prepared for intense practices. The camp will consist of at least nine water workouts per week along with dryland practices. Campers must bring their equipment bag with a kickboard, pull buoy, and fins. Elite camp is open to all abilities but the campers must be resident campers; therefore they must have completed the 8th grade.

UAA Policy allows participation in overnight/resident camps only for campers entering 9th grade or higher for the 2017-2018 academic year.

Cost: $2,200

Age: 13 – 18 years
Check In: 3:00 PM, June 11
Check-Out: 10:00 AM, June 23

To register and see more information about the camp schedule, please visit FloridaGators.com

Gator Swim Camp Session I

Eligibility
Open to swimmers between 8- and 18-years-old.

Session I – Monday, June 12 – Thursday, June 15

The Session Camp is designed to review the drills, starts, and turns of all four strokes. The drills will then be incorporated into a workout session. Session campers must bring a pair of fins.

Cost: Day: $550; Resident: $750
Ages: 8 – 18 years
Daily Check In: 8:00 AM
Daily Check-Out: 5:00 PM (Last day check-out: 3:00pm)

Day Campers must be signed in and out by an adult (either their parent or someone authorized by their parent) each day.

To register and see more information about the camp schedule, please visit FloridaGators.com. 

Gymnastics Summer Camp – Session II

Eligibility
Open to all entrants beginner through elite, ages 8 (as of June 23, 2017) to high school senior.

Registration
All registration is online, “first come, first served,” with payment in full by credit card. Registration must include electronic signature on the Consent to Treatment and Waiver of Liability form. All Campers must have personal (family) insurance.

Tuition
Day Campers: $500.00
Extended Care Campers: $550.00

Drop off and Sign-In
8:45am

Daily Hours
July 14: 9:00am – 8:00pm
July 15: 9:00am – 8:00pm
July 16: 9:00am – 5:00pm

What to bring

  • Leotards
  • Grips
  • Any other personal equipment (wrist guards, etc.)
  • Shorts, shirt and shoes for walking to/eating at Gator Dining
  • Small bag (with name) for holding personal items

For more information regarding the details of the summer camp or to sign up online, please visit FloridaGators.com for more details

Gymnastics Summer Camp – Session I

Eligibility
Open to all entrants beginner through elite, ages 8 (as of June 23, 2017) to high school senior.

Registration
All registration is online, “first come, first served,” with payment in full by credit card. Registration must include electronic signature on the Consent to Treatment and Waiver of Liability form. All Campers must have personal (family) insurance.

Tuition
Day Campers: $500.00
Extended Care Campers: $550.00

Drop off and Sign-In
8:45am

Daily Hours
June 30: 9:00am – 8:00pm
July 1: 9:00am – 8:00pm
July 2: 9:00am – 5:00pm

What to bring

  • Leotards
  • Grips
  • Any other personal equipment (wrist guards, etc.)
  • Shorts, shirt and shoes for walking to/eating at Gator Dining
  • Small bag (with name) for holding personal items

For more information regarding the details of the summer camp or to sign up online, please visit FloridaGators.com for more details

Gymnastics Elite Camp

Eligibility
Open to all levels beginner through elite, ages 8 (as of June 23, 2017) to high school seniors.

Registration
All registration is online, “first come, first served,” with payment in full by credit card. Registration must include electronic signature on the Consent to Treatment and Waiver of Liability form. All Campers must have personal (family) insurance.

Tuition
$600 for all campers

Drop off and Sign-In
8:45am

Daily Hours
June 23: 9:00am – 8:00pm
June 24: 9:00am – 8:00pm
June 25: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Camp Highlights

  • Three days of high level gymnastics instruction
  • Three training sessions each day
  • Two daily open gym sessions
  • All lunches included, as well as dinner Friday and Saturday

What to bring

  • Leotards
  • Grips
  • Any other personal equipment (wrist guards, etc.)
  • Shorts, shirt and shoes for walking to/eating at Gator Dining
  • Small bag (with name) for holding personal items

For more information regarding the details of the summer camp or to sign up online, please visit FloridaGators.com for more details

Noche De Gala 2017

The Sebastian Ferrero Foundation’s annual fundraising event, Noche de Gala, is an evening packed with live music, a silent auction, exquisite dining and much more!

Additional Information

  • Attire: Black Tie
  • 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
  • Event Produced by: Keith Watson Events
  • Cuisine: Embers Wood Grill
  • Disabled Patron Services: Accessibility Information
  • Security: See the Security Policies listed here »
  • Prohibited Items: Please see above security link
  • Parking: The O’Connell Center parking garage and lot will be available on a first come, first served basis. Please refer to our Parking Information page for more information on additional locations.
  • Directions: Map and Driving Directions »
  • For more information on the event or instructions on becoming a sponsor, please visit nochedegala.org.