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
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.
Unified Special Olympics Basketball
Every Thursday from Oct. 22 - Nov. 19 | 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. | UNF Fieldhouse
Join us at the UNF Fieldhouse every Thursday to cheer on our students and show your support!
To play, you must join on IMLeagues through MyWings. Once selecting "Unified", join as a free agent and you'll be added to a unified team.
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!
School and Organization Safety From a Leadership Perspective
Wednesday, Oct. 28 | 6:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Building 57, Room 1100A (and Zoom)
Join us for School and Organizational Safety From a Leadership Perspective, an in-person panel featuring education leaders from across Northeast Florida and the Florida Department of Education. Panelists will discuss school and organizational safety from their perspectives as educational leaders.
The event will also be available via Zoom.
M.S. Sport Analytics Information Sessions
Join Dr. Kristi Sweeney for an informational Zoom session to learn more about the M.S. in Sport Analytics at the University of North Florida. This program prepares students to leverage data, technology and sport domain knowledge to drive performance, business strategy and innovation across the sport industry.
During this session, you will learn how this degree equips graduates with advanced analytical skills, real-world experience and industry connections to succeed in professional, collegiate and emerging sport sectors.
All meetings will take place from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
- Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026 - Register
THRIVE Halloween Costume Party
Friday, Oct. 30 | 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Building 57, Room 1100B
THRIVE invites you to an afternoon of food, fun, pumpkin carving, games and a costume contest!
Come celebrate Halloween with us!
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
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026 - Register
TLI Leadership Summit
Tuesday, Nov. 10 | 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Adam W. Herbert University Center
Join the Taylor Leadership Institute (TLI) for their annual Leadership Summit, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby, as she shares her lessons on "The Sunflower Effect: Leading Others Toward the Light."
Dr. Bannister Roby is the President and CEO of Episcopal Children’s Services (ECS4Kids), one of the Southeast’s largest providers of high-quality early learning and family services.
This free leadership development event is open to all UNF students, staff, faculty and community members. Complimentary lunch included!
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.
Fall 2026 Tab Drive for Ronald McDonald House
Help support the Ronald McDonald House by participating in our Fall 2026 Tab Drive! The Ronald McDonald House provides support and resources to children and families facing significant health challenges.
Collect aluminum tabs from soda cans, tuna cans, mushroom cans, olive cans and more, and bring your collected tabs to campus. All tabs will be collected and delivered to the Ronald McDonald House in Jacksonville on Wednesday, Dec. 2.
UNF faculty will be visiting the Ronald McDonald House to work with the families in a creative holiday project: "Let's Paint a Canvas Bag!" This annual creative project brings a little extra joy and support to families staying at the House.
Tab collection deadline: Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026
Tab collection location: Dean's Office (Building 57, Room 3600)