Events
The College offers events throughout the year focused on increasing student knowledge, experience and connections. That includes guest speakers, workshops, community events and more.
College Events
October 7
12:30pm - 12:50pm
GAME ON: CJC vs. HHP UF Campaign for Charities Paper Airplane Challenge
Join the College of Journalism and Communications and the College of Health & Human Performance for the eighth annual paper airplane challenge…
October 7
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Storytelling with Google Trends
Use Google Trends resources for uncovering the world’s search patterns and learn how to incorporate trends data into feature stories. Open to all…
October 9
11:45am - 2:30pm
UF Homecoming Parade
The University of Florida will host its annual Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 9th! This is the largest student-run parade in the nation, with…
October 10
9:00am - 7:00pm
2026 UFCJC Homecoming Tailgate
CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets.
October 12
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Professional Networking Workshop | Careers in Communications Week
This presentation, led by Ashley Baldwin of the Walt Disney College Program, explains what networking is, how to go about seeking out opportunities, and…
October 12
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Networking Yappy Hour | Careers in Communications Week
Mocktails. Networking. Future Talent. Join us for the first Careers in Communications week Yappy Hour!
October 13
10:00am - 2:00pm
Fall 2026 Careers in Communication Fair
Students and alumni interested in internships and job opportunities related to advertising, journalism, public relations, media production, management, and…
October 13
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Careers in Film, Video & Documentaries Speaker Seminar | Careers in Communications Week
Join Christopher LeClere, Staff Producer at NBC News NOW and UF doctoral candidate, as he shares his unconventional journey from a high school production…
Special Events
In addition, the College sponsors and coordinates a variety of annual events for students, professionals and the local community, including:
Annual Awards Banquet, held in April, celebrates achievements from our students, faculty and staff, and honors our new alumni Hall of Fame members.
Becoming a Woman of Influence, held in the spring semester, is a leadership symposium featuring CJC alumnae and designed to inspire students and emerging professionals to enter the workforce with confidence and impact.
Climate Communications Summit brings together journalists, practitioners and scientists to discuss how to effectively communicate issues related to climate change and the environment.
frank, an annual gathering for those who use communications to drive positive social, institutional and behavioral change, informs and drives the field of public interest communications through research, insights and news.
Great Storytellers showcases some of today’s most highly-regarded storytellers across media and platforms, including award-winning authors, journalists, photographers, documentarians, bloggers and performance artists.
Science Journalist in Residence brings leading science writers to UF to interact with faculty and students during public events, in the classroom, and in meetings directly with students and faculty.
Summer Media Institute is a five-night, six-day workshop, where high school students are immersed in journalism and communications. Students take part in an assortment of electives and specializations, and learn from award-winning UF instructors and industry stalwarts.