UF Academy

UF Academy Applications are Open

Applications for the 2025-2026 UF Academy Cohort are open from Monday, March 31st through Friday, May 2nd.

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The UF Leadership Academy is a robust and rigorous leadership development experience, tailored for faculty and professional staff. With 18 years of experience, this program focuses on immersing participants in our institutional culture, structure and governance so they will lead with impact. 

“This is a unique opportunity to not only learn but to hear first-hand from leaders with various backgrounds. The length of the program, assignments, discussions and your time investment with your cohort is invaluable.”

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Eligibility

Candidates should meet the following criteria:

  • Two years in a supervisory or decision-making role at UF (not required for Assistant Directors and faculty/clinicians)
  • Support from immediate supervisor with protected time for program participation, satisfactory performance reviews, and attendance
  • Willingness to adjust personal and professional schedules for bi-monthly meetings and leadership development trainings

Curriculum Highlights

Participation Fee

Upon acceptance into the UF Academy program, a $500 participation fee covers materials, including a 360-degree assessment. There is no need for travel if you live and work in Gainesville.

Key Information

  • Applications will be considered by the UF Leadership Development Selection Committee.
  • This program meets twice a month for approximately 2 hours, over the course of the academic year, beginning in September (see 2025-2026 schedule below).
  • Application deadline is May 2, 2025.

2025-2026 Program Schedule

Session

Date & Time
Opening Session September 9, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
September Sessions

September 16, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

September 23, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

October Sessions

October 7, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

October 21, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

November Sessions

November 4, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

November 18, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

December Sessions

December 2, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

December 16, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

January Sessions

January 13, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

January 27, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

February Sessions

February 10, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

February 24, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

March Sessions

March 10, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

March 24, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

April Sessions

April 7, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

April 21, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

May Sessions

May 5, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

May 19, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Closing Reception May 27, 8:00 a.m. to 10 a.m.

 

Selection Committee

  • Frank Bova – Past Chair, UF Faculty Senate
  • Melissa Curry – Vice President for Human Resources
  • Chris Hass – Associate Provost
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