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Meet the new CLAS chairs and directors

August 22, 2025

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences congratulates several faculty members on their recent appointments as leaders of their respective departments.

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UF workshop uses comics to build community and support transfer students

July 25, 2025

This three-day workshop introduced participants to the academic study of comics and showed how students can transfer to CLAS.

Kevin Ingersent

Kevin Ingersent named interim dean of CLAS

July 2, 2025

Kevin Ingersent will become interim dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida effective July 7.

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2025 CLAS Staff Excellence Awards

June 27, 2025

The CLAS Staff Excellence awards recognize staff members who contribute outstanding and meritorious service in their fields.

Kyra Acevedo and the three members of her Ghostbusters cosplay group, all in full costume, pose. with Danny Trejo

CLAS Staff Spotlight: Kyra Acevedo

June 25, 2025

CLAS Accountant Kyra Acevedo’s dedication to helping others shines through in her role at UF, earning her a Superior Accomplishment Award.

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Guiding every Gator

June 16, 2025

Academic advising stands as a vital bridge between aspiration and achievement – rooted in connection, guided by care and shaped by each student’s unique path.

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Gift positions UF as global leader in Latin American and Caribbean Jewish history

March 28, 2025

The newly established Bruce Greenberg Professorship in Judaism will support in-depth research, education, and cultural engagement, with a focus on elevating the Jewish experience in the Americas and preserving Jewish history and memory.

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CLAS celebrates record-breaking generosity on Gator Nation Giving Day

February 27, 2025

The seventh annual event was held on Feb. 20 and showed an unprecedented show of support for CLAS students and programs.

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To academic advising, with love

February 13, 2025

The CLAS Thank an Advisor Program, allows students to submit notes to their advisors in gratitude for the support they received.

Giving interns a career edge, UF expands its business partnerships in the Southeastern U.S.

January 31, 2025

The Beyond120 Program is forging new relationships with businesses across the Southeastern U.S to give students more experiential learning opportunities.

2025 College Teaching/Advising Award Winners Revealed

January 17, 2025

The awards honor exceptional teachers and advisors in each college for their commitment to enhancing the student experience.

Meet the new CLAS chairs and director

September 5, 2024

The UF College of Liberal Arts and Sciences congratulates several faculty members on their recent appointments as department chairs.

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Three interim associate deans appointed within College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

August 30, 2024

The start of the academic year has brought three UF faculty members into new roles as interim cognizant associate deans for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The appointments were announced recently by Interim Dean Mary Watt.

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Going Gator opens pathways from community colleges to UF

July 22, 2024

High school students from Bradford County visited UF in June to explore opportunities to transfer from community college to pursue a four-year degree in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

UF celebrates Richardson’s 10 years leading CLAS, looks ahead to Interim Dean Watt

May 8, 2024

As he steps down from his position as dean of the college, David Richardson leaves behind a legacy of innovative programs and initiatives that have enriched the academic experience.

Adrienne Provost

New Director of Student Strategic Initiatives to Expand Opportunities for all Floridians

May 10, 2023

Adrienne Provost has been appointed as the director of the college’s newly formed Office of Student Strategic Initiatives to promote access and opportunities for all students across Florida.

Joe Spillane Reflects on a Decade Leading Academic Advising

July 26, 2022

Joseph Spillane, the longtime associate dean for student affairs and director of the Academic Advising Center, has guided a core component of the UF student experience through a time of tremendous change.

Meet Our New Associate Deans

November 18, 2021

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences recently welcomed Trysh Travis and Bianca Evans-Donaldson to the Dean’s Office.

Bianca Evans-Donaldson

CLAS Welcomes New Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

August 31, 2021

Bianca Evans-Donaldson brings a depth of experience supporting underrepresented students.