Student Guide

Information and resources for students are provided by the Office of the University Registrar as well as the Dean of Students Office. Students should consult the Undergraduate Catalog, the Graduate Catalog, and the Schedule of Courses for complete information about academic concerns. For other rules and regulations related to students, see the Regulation and Policy Hub.

Student Life

As an integral part of the academic mission of the University of Florida, the Division of Student Life prepares students to assume roles of leadership, involvement and service in a global community. The Office of the Vice President for Student Life and other departments play a vital role in creating and maintaining a healthy campus environment through services, programs and innovative learning experiences beyond the classroom. The mission of the Division of Student Life is to provide opportunities for student engagement, learning and discovery in a diverse environment that will optimize their university experience and prepare them to serve a global community.

Career Connections Center

The Career Connections Center provides career development, experiential learning, and employment services for all UF students and alumni.

Center for Leadership and Service

The David and Wanda Brown Center for Leadership and Service (CLS) provides the structure and resources to prepare students to become productive citizens and assume roles of leadership and service in a culturally diverse and increasingly complex society. The Center fosters lifelong service and civic participation by engaging the University with its greater community in action, change, and learning.

Department of Housing and Residence Life

The Department of Housing and Residence Life is responsible for maintaining facilities and programming in support of the on-campus community.

Dean of Students Office

The Dean of Students Office provides many services for students, including student orientation, veteran benefits, alcohol and drug information programs, and many more. The staff also provides exit interviews for students withdrawing from the University of Florida.

• Disability Resources — All support services provided to and for University of Florida students with disabilities are individualized to meet their needs. To obtain individual support services, each student must meet with one of the support coordinators in the Disability Resource Center and collaboratively develop appropriate support strategies. Appropriate documentation regarding the student's disability is necessary to obtain any reasonable accommodation or support service. Students with disabilities who require accommodations should seek assistance through the Disability Resources Center.
• Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution — Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution is responsible for the Student Conduct Code process at the University of Florida, ensuring that students receive fair treatment in all hearings. Students, faculty, and staff who believe there has been a violation can contact Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution at the Dean of Students' Office to discuss options available for reporting incidents to the appropriate authorities. Office personnel can assist victims of assault or harassment by a University student, and they are also available for educational programs on a variety of related topics.
• New Student Programs — The Center for New Student & Family Programs provides ongoing programs that support new students and families in their transition to UF. These programs include Preview (summer orientation) and managing the First Year Florida courses that help students successfully transition to academic and social life at UF.

Reitz Union

The Reitz Union is the center of activities of the university community. The Union sponsors a continuing program of activities and houses the Student Government offices and the offices of many student organizations, as well as the Student Engagement and the Sorority and Fraternity Life. It also offers a wide variety of facilities and services for the campus community.

Off-Campus Life

The Office of Off Campus Life (OCL) advocates for and educates towards the development of students as great Gator neighbors within the Gainesville community. Students living off campus have rights and responsibilities associated with their pursuit of an enjoyable and safe off-campus living experience. OCL provides services and educational opportunities to promote the understanding of these rights and responsibilities throughout the off-campus student population.

Recreational Sports

The Department of Recreational Sports at the University of Florida provides an opportunity for every student to participate in an athletic or recreational activity on a voluntary basis.

Student Financial Affairs

The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships administers and coordinates the financial aid program for students at the University of Florida. Major federal, state, institutional, and private agency assistance programs are available through this office, as well as financial aid services and counseling.

Support Services for Students Outside of Student Life

U Matter, We Care

The U Matter, We Care initiative through the Dean of Students’ Care Team provides education and assistance to the UF community about signs and symptoms of distress, and provides students and employees in distress with appropriate resources.

Student Health Care Center

The Student Health Care Center (SHCC) is an outpatient clinic that provides primary medical and psychological care, health promotion, and a variety of other specialty services. SHCC is committed to providing students with quality health care at an affordable price. SHCC is further committed to positively impact the future health of all students by promoting health and wellness and disease prevention.

Policies Governing Student Behavior

UF Regulation 4.040