
Communications
News, events, media inquires, and social media for the George A. Smathers Libraries
smathers centennial
Over the last 100 years, we have illuminated excellence by supporting students, providing exciting collections for faculty classroom use, aiding in the research life cycle, and more. 2025 marks the centennial of the initial library building, now known as the Smathers Library, which offered centralized collections and services at the University of Florida.
Starting with that building in the northeast corner of campus, we have grown to be the largest academic resource system in the state with six on-campus branches, affiliate branches across Florida, and high-density storage facilities. We look forward to seeing you at an in-person event or online in 2025 as we celebrate our past and envision our future.
RECENT NEWS
Learning the Libraries podcast
Communications Internships
Each semester, the Smathers Libraries communications team offers internships for University of Florida undergraduate students

COMMUNICATIONS SPOTLIGHT
library events
FEATURED LIBRARY EVENTS
Upcoming Events
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Aug 21
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Unveiling of Renovated Colonnade and New University Campus Alligator
12:30pm to 1:00pm
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Oct 26
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Smathers 5K
8:00am to 10:00am
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Have A Great Summer!

Alex Avelino
Director of Marketing and Communications
Phone:
(352) 273-2512
Email:
aavelino@ufl.edu
Rae Riiska
Communications Assistant
Phone:
(352) 294-0448
Email:
riiskar@ufl.edu