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Student Belonging & Community


Discover opportunities to build meaningful connections, engage with fellow Gators, and feel at home within the UF community.

Join the Gator Network

Elevate your UF Online experience—join the Gator Network today. This virtual hub is your place to build meaningful connections exclusively with students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Explore career-focused communities, share insights, and grow your network. 

Stay informed with the latest news, updates, and announcements in the UF Online community, while you engage, collaborate, and network across the full Gator Nation. 

Get Connected

Get Involved with Student Organizations

UF offers more than 1,000 student organizations, ranging from academic and professional groups to cultural, service, and special-interest clubs. Many of these organizations offer virtual or hybrid options, making it easy for UF Online students to participate from anywhere. The Office of Community and Belonging can help you find your fit—schedule a 30-minute Individual Involvement Consultation (IIC) to get a personalized action plan based on your passions and interests. 

Schedule an Appointment

Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT)

UF Online students are invited to join the Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT) program, connecting you directly with the Gator Nation through perks, traditions, and resources—including Gator Clubs in your area.

Membership features include:

  • Mobile membership hub with digital card
  • Gator Savings discounts and perks
  • Digital log of UF Gator Traditions
  • Exclusive offers for UFAA gear
  • Instant access to UF news, campus map, and Florida GATOR magazine
  • Events calendar for Gators everywhere
  • Opportunities to connect with Gator Clubs near you
Join Today

Cheer From Anywhere

Show your Gator pride wherever you go with the Gator Nation app—the official app of Florida Gators athletics. Download to keep up with the latest scores, news, schedules, and exclusive content, and stay connected to the Orange and Blue anytime, anywhere. 

Get it On Google Play
Download on the App Store

Get Connected

Keep up with UF Online and your peers on our social media channels. We love when you tag @UFOnline in your pics and good news.

We’re Here for You

Have questions about getting involved or building your community at UF? We’re here to help! Reach out to us at youbelong@ufonline.ufl.edu for support, guidance, and connections to the many resources available to UF Online students.