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Family Resources

The following resources are provided to aid in your family's transition to the University of Florida. Gathered from Preview and several areas of campus, these resources contain specific information about the student college transition, various UF departments and services, and other helpful materials.

Family Workbook
This workbook serves as your guide to the University of Florida. It contains contact information for several key colleges and departments on campus, descriptions of university services and student opportunities, and advice for the family transition.

Family Preview Presentations
These presentations are taken directly from our Family Preview presenters. Refer to these for detailed information on specific procedures and services, as well as tips for success at the University of Florida.

Important Dates
This islink to the registrars webpage so that the crucial academic dates for each semester can be viewed and written down. It is important for students to be aware of these deadlines.

Seasons of Adjustment Calendar
Produced by the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, this calendar houses many important dates and month-by-month desriptions of common student transition issues, as well as tips for supporting your student in their adjustment.

Travel Information

This is a compilation of the various services available to you and your student in traveling to and from Gainesville.

Off campus housing locator
Check out this tool to help you find a place to rent, furnishings, roommates or even put a property up for rent.