Community

UNF values its role as a community resource. Whether it's bringing national and international experts to campus to discuss the issues impacting our lives or providing a venue for the swinging sounds of contemporary jazz, the University continues to enrich the intellectual, cultural and recreational lives of people in Northeast Florida.

The University's Distinguished Voices Lecture Series has attracted to campus cultural icons like Desmond Tutu, Elie Wiesel and Jane Goodall. The UNF Jazz Program is considered one of the top undergraduate jazz programs in the country. Jazz and other regularly scheduled Music Department concerts offer an evening of entertainment for the entire family.

UNF's Fine Arts Center, site of the 1,300-seat Lazzara Performance Hall, has featured a variety of notable performers. These performers include opera virtuoso Kathleen Battle, the Grammy nominated Eos Orchestra and the renowned Three Mo' Tenors.

The University Gallery plays an integral role in UNF's cultural offerings and those of the surrounding metropolitan area. The schedule features individual and group exhibitions by artists of regional and national renown and group shows featuring UNF art faculty and art majors. The University Gallery establishes a crucial link between the University and the greater metropolitan area.

Sports fans are encouraged to come to campus to enjoy a variety of athletic events in some of Northeast Florida's best facilities. Fans can take in a baseball game at beautiful Harmon Stadium, watch basketball and volleyball in the UNF Arena and see swimming and diving meets at the Aquatic Center. UNF recently made the move to Division 1 athletics.

Please see the links to the left of this page for information about lectures, concerts, performances and athletic events at UNF.