Young Alumni Council

What is the Young Alumni Council?

The Young Alumni Council is designed to strengthen mentoring and networking opportunities between current students and alumni while providing feedback and guidance related to student activities, student engagement, and the overall student experience at the University of Florida.

Who Can Apply?

• UF alumni who graduated within the last 15 years (2011–2026)
• Individuals who demonstrated involvement and leadership through student organizations, sorority and fraternity life, Student Government, or campus programs during their time at UF

Council Expectations

• Twenty-five members will be appointed by the Assistant Vice President for Student Life to serve two- or three-year terms.
• The Council will meet virtually two to three times per semester and in person one to two times per year.
• For the 2026–2027 academic year, the in-person meeting will be held on April 16, 2027, in Gainesville, Florida.
• Members are expected to make a minimum annual philanthropic contribution of $500 to an area of Student Engagement or participate in fundraising efforts (such as Giving Day) to fulfill this commitment.

Apply or Nominate Someone

Applications and nominations are now being accepted for the inaugural Young Alumni Council.

Deadline: Friday, August 7, 2026