UF to close offices, cancel classes Wednesday and Thursday
Due to Hurricane Milton, the University of Florida will close its offices and cancel classes, including online classes, beginning at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9 and continuing through Thursday, Oct. 10. All academic and student-related activities, including online classes and exams, will also be canceled during that time. The university expects to reopen Friday morning, […]
Hurricane Milton – Update #4 – 10/7/24
University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Hurricane Milton, which is expected to affect the west coast of Florida by midweek. While the storm’s exact path remains unclear, here is what we know today: Milton has rapidly intensified and is now a Category 5 hurricane. Western Alachua County is currently under a Tropical Storm Watch […]
Hurricane Milton – Update #3 – 10/7/24
University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Hurricane Milton, which is expected to affect the west coast of Florida by midweek. While the storm’s exact path remains unclear, here is what we know today: The majority of the Florida Gulf Coast was placed under a Hurricane Watch or Warning by the National Hurricane Center as […]
Tropical Storm Milton – Update #2 – 10/6/24
University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Tropical Storm Milton, which is expected to impact the west coast of Florida by midweek. While the storm’s exact path remains unclear, here is what we know today: On Sunday, the National Hurricane Center made a slight adjustment to the track of Tropical Storm Milton as the storm’s […]
Tropical Storm Milton – Update #1 – 10/5/24
University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Tropical Storm Milton, which is expected to impact the west coast of Florida by midweek. While the storm’s exact path is unclear, here is what we know today: The National Hurricane Center began issuing advisories on Saturday after the system became better organized overnight. Models are suggesting the […]
Message regarding Helene’s aftermath
My fellow Gators, While we are still learning details regarding the extent of the damage left behind by Hurricane Helene, it is clear that our neighbors across the state are enduring significant damage and hardships. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with them. The University of Florida campus in Gainesville was spared, mostly experiencing minor […]
Tropical Storm Helene – Final update – 09/27/24
University of Florida officials are monitoring the effects of Tropical Storm Helene. Here is what we know today: The center of Helene crossed over the Big Bend of Florida region and was located in east central Georgia, as of the 5 a.m. advisory by the National Hurricane Center. While most warnings have been discontinued along […]
Tropical Storm Helene UF campus services and events updates
This page contains a list of campus operations that have been impacted by Tropical Storm Helene and will be updated regularly. Florida Fresh Dining will continue to serve the campus community during Tropical Storm Helene. The Food Hall at Gator Corner & The Eatery at Broward Hall will remain open on Thursday and Friday from […]
Commonly asked questions regarding Tropical Storm Helene
What about scheduled exams and assignments? Classes are canceled on Friday, Sept. 27, and UF offices in Gainesville will remain closed until 12:01 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. All academic and student-related activities, including online classes and exams, will also be canceled during that time. Instructors will contact their students regarding rescheduling dates. I’m a student, […]
Hurricane Helene – UPDATE #10 – 9/26/2024
University of Florida officials are actively monitoring Hurricane Helene. Here is what we know: Hurricane Helene has rapidly strengthened into a strong Category 4 hurricane, producing sustained winds of 135 mph, with stronger gusts, according to the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center. By the time it makes landfall in the Big Bend of […]