Silverfield Event Calendar
UNF offers a variety of exciting events designed for Silverfield students, faculty, staff, and the entire UNF community. Check out the upcoming events below to see what’s happening!
Events for Current and Future UNF Students:
Attend a Specialty Silverfield Tour!
Register for a Specialty Tour at the Silverfield College of Education and Human Services!
During a weekday campus tour, you will get a general overview of our academic colleges and see the campus. On a Specialty Tour, you can get a more in-depth peek at the specific academic college associated with your intended major. You'll have the chance to:
Hear from a representative of the Silverfield College of Education and Human Services
- Attend an admissions information session
- Meet current students during a guided campus tour
- See different facilities within the college, including classrooms and labs
- Hear about various ways to get involved outside the classroom
- Connect 1:1 with one of our college’s academic advisors
Study Abroad in Finland: Information Sessions
Monday, Aug. 24 and Tuesday, Sept. 1 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Building 57, Room 1210
Interested in studying abroad in Finland? Learn more with Dr. Madalina Tanase and Dr. Elizabeth Gregg about this 10-day academic and cultural journey through Finland and Estonia, taking place March 12–21, 2027.
Attend an upcoming info session to learn about visiting Finnish schools, connecting with education leaders and sport organizations, traveling to Tallinn, Estonia, and gaining valuable global and professional perspectives.
Open to education, sport management, honors and doctoral students.
Silverfield Fall Fair
Wednesday, Sept. 9 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Building 57, Room 1100B
Kick off the new school year with our fun-filled Silverfield Fall Fair!
Students are invited to enjoy an early afternoon of carnival games, tasty donuts and plenty of opportunities to connect with classmates, faculty and advisors.
Don't miss your chance to “Dunk the Dean!” Take aim and see if you can send the dean into the dunk tank.
Stop by to grab a sweet treat, test your skills with festive games and celebrate the start of another exciting semester.
Illuminate Your Future: Ed.D. Info Sessions
Learn how a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership or Curriculum and Instruction can advance your career. Join Dr. Kim Cheek and Dr. David Hoppey for virtual information sessions on UNF’s doctoral programs —registration required. Open to all current, former, and prospective students.
All meetings will take place from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Monday, Sept. 21, 2026 with Dr. Cheek - Register
- Monday, Oct. 19, 2026 with Dr. Hoppey - Register
- Monday, Nov. 16, 2026 with Dr. Cheek - Register
- Monday, Dec. 7, 2026 with Dr. Hoppey - Register
- Monday, Jan. 11, 2027 with Dr. Cheek - Register
- Monday, Jan. 25, 2027 with Dr. Hoppey - Register
- Monday, Feb. 8, 2027 with Dr. Cheek - Register
- Monday, Feb. 22, 2027 with Dr. Hoppey - Register
Raia Live at UNF Unite Lab
Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | UNF Talon Room
Meet builders, innovators and curious minds from across Jacksonville for a practical conversation about AI, startups and the future of tech in our community.
Hosted in partnership with Raia Labs at UF and the UNITE Collaborative Intelligence Lab, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect and hear how teams are putting AI to work in the real world.
M.Ed. In Educational Leadership Information Sessions
Join Dr. Laura Boilini for an informational Zoom session to learn more about the M.Ed. in Educational Leadership at the University of North Florida. This program is designed for aspiring school leaders who want to make a lasting impact as assistant principals, principals or district administrators.
During this session, you will learn how this degree can help advance your career and prepare you to become an effective educational leader in your school, district or organization.
All meetings will take place from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. via Zoom
Cyberween: The College Cup
Monday, Oct. 19 - Friday, Oct. 30
Help UNF win while giving your college an opportunity to earn prizes!
The UNF college with the highest percentage of participation wins and receives a chance to earn prizes.
STEM on the Lawn | Explore - Create - Innovate
Saturday, Oct. 24 | 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | J.B. Coxwell Amphitheater
Join us for STEM on the Lawn for a fun, hands-on experience designed for our K-12 community!
Explore interactive STEM activities, connect with faculty and students, and discover the exciting work happening across UNF and UF. From engaging demonstrations to activities you can try yourself, there will be plenty of opportunities to learn, explore and get inspired by STEM!