Faculty & Staff Success Guide: Engaging Students Through the Gators for Good Network

Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 from 12:00am to Thursday, July 1st, 2027 11:59pm

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The Gators for Good Network provides faculty and staff with tools to support community-engaged learning, service-learning, volunteerism, leadership development, and experiential learning opportunities. Whether you're teaching a course, managing a program, leading an office initiative, or fostering community partnerships, this guide will help you establish your presence on the platform, engage students, create meaningful opportunities, and measure your impact.
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Project Plan

Create a home for your department, program, office, course, or initiative within the Gators for Good Network.
Actions:
  • Determine whether you need a new subgroup or should join an existing one
  • Set up or update your office/group profile
  • Add branding, contact information, and a description
  • Identify who should have administrative access

Resources:

Use the Gators for Good Network to support service-learning, community-engaged learning, experiential learning, leadership programs, and other student experiences.
Actions:
  • Explore how GivePulse can support your course or program
  • Learn about creating classes
  • Learn about assigning experiences or reflections
  • Explore Canvas integration resources
  • Identify how students can engage with your opportunities

Resources:

Create meaningful experiences that connect students with your office, program, or community partners.

Actions:

  • Create an opportunity or event
  • Learn attendance and check-in processes
  • Review communication tools
  • Explore volunteer management features

Resources:

Track participation, demonstrate impact, and strengthen collaborations across campus and the community.
Actions:
  • Explore reporting options
  • Learn how to track student participation
  • Learn how to partner with community organizations
  • Explore collaboration opportunities across UF
  • Understand consultation and support options

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Thank you for your work helping our students be Gators for Good.