On Saturday, October 25, Senator Bill Nelson spoke with guests about George A. Smathers’ legacy at the University of Florida and beyond as a part of the Smathers Centennial celebration. Senator Nelson walked guests through his relationship with the Smathers’ family and revealed behind-the-scenes details of American political history in…
By Judith C. Russell, Dean of University Libraries Students at the University of Florida have many opportunities to attend programs, concerts, and events. The Smathers Libraries sponsor or co-sponsor a number of these events each semester. In late February, the Libraries had a unique opportunity to take 100 students to…
On April 18, 2024, the Smathers Libraries hosted a visit from the Trustees of Florida House on Capitol Hill who were meeting at UF and touring various locations on campus. Florida House operates as the state’s embassy in Washington, D.C., and many of the Trustees are UF alumni. When…
