Office of Academic Support

🍦🐊 Ice Cream Social 🐊🍦

Join us on Friday, June 26 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM in Classroom Building (CBD) 105 for an evening of ice cream, community, and connection!

This event is hosted in collaboration with the Office of Academic Support (OAS), Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars Program (MFOS), and First Generation Student Success (FGSS).

✨ Meet new people
✨ Reconnect with old friends
✨ Connect with staff from OAS, MFOS, and FGSS
✨ Enjoy free ice cream!

This event is open to ALL students—not just first-year students. Whether you're new to UF or have been here for a while, we'd love to see you there!

📍Classroom Building (CBD) 105
📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Come build community and celebrate being a Gator! 🐊💙🧡

Today was the last UF PROMISE Question & Answer Session at 2026 UF Preview, and we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the PREVIEW Staffers who are OAS Scholars. Your willingness to represent not only our programs but also the University of Florida speaks volumes about your leadership, commitment, and dedication to helping the next generation of Gators.

You truly are the cream of the crop, and we are incredibly proud to see you giving back, sharing your experiences, and helping incoming students navigate their transition to UF. Thank you for being proud OAS Scholars and for continuing to embody what it means to lead with purpose and service.

A special shoutout as well to all NSFP Staff and Preview Staffers. The energy, enthusiasm, and support you provide make a lasting impact on our newest Gators and their families every summer.

The future of UF is bright because of people like you!!!

Celebrating a few more of our outstanding OAS Scholars who crossed the stage this Spring 2026! 🎓🐊

Their journeys have been filled with hard work, perseverance, growth, and determination. We are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and grateful to have been a part of their story. As they take their next steps toward graduate school, careers, and new opportunities, we know they will continue to make a positive impact wherever they go.

Congratulations, graduates! Your OAS family is cheering you on every step of the way. 💙🧡

A little later than planned, but we finally got around to recognizing some of our OAS Scholars who graduated in Spring 2026. 🎓

One of the most rewarding parts of working in student success is watching students grow from their first days on campus into confident graduates ready to take on their next chapter. Their journeys were filled with hard work, perseverance, resilience, and countless hours dedicated to achieving their goals.

We are incredibly proud of each graduate and grateful that the Office of Academic Support had the opportunity to be a small part of their story. Congratulations, Class of Spring 2026! Your OAS family is cheering you on as you begin what comes next. 🐊💙🧡

Spotted one of our outstanding Office of Academic Support (OAS) Scholars at the 2026 UF Future Scholars Summit! It is always inspiring to see our students representing the University of Florida and engaging with future generations of scholars. Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to academic success continue to make us proud.

The final First-Generation Student Panel for 2026 Florida Days 🎉

Proud to highlight the voices and experiences of students from UF Student Support Services, the UF PROMISE Scholars Program, and the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars Program.

These scholars continue to represent resilience, excellence, and the power of community as they share their journeys with future Gators. 🐊

Last evening, the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars Program hosted its inaugural First in My Family Pinning Ceremony, honoring many OAS Scholars who are also part of MFOS as they transition into their upperclassmen journey.

A meaningful celebration of growth, resilience, and continued success. 💙🧡

Congratulations to our graduating OAS Scholars who were recognized at the 2026 Spring Recognition Program for the UF McNair Scholars Program! Your dedication, resilience, and commitment to academic excellence continue to inspire us all.

As you take this next step, know that your hard work has not gone unnoticed—and this is only the beginning. We are incredibly proud of all that you’ve accomplished and excited to see the impact you will make beyond UF.

Keep striving, keep leading, and keep shining. 💫🐊

A snapshot of our incredible OAS Ambassadors alongside Assistant Director Ms. Antonia Robinson at Florida Days 💙🧡 Grateful for the energy, leadership, and commitment they bring in representing the Office of Academic Support and supporting future Gators!

The semester is winding down ⏳—if you still need a workshop or event to meet your UF PROMISE Requirements or SSS Engagement Level, this is your opportunity!

Don’t wait until the last minute—take advantage of upcoming events, earn your credit, and finish the semester strong 💪📚