Find your place in CLAS
CLAS Recruitment and Retention in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences provides comprehensive support to students. Our services encompass admissions assistance, academic support, financial guidance, and professional development. We are committed to enriching the educational experience of underserved students, including those who are first-generation, transfers, or facing educational and financial challenges.
Our aim is to cultivate a vibrant academic community. Through dedicated outreach, coaching, and mentoring support, we empower students pursuing degrees at UF. We strive to build a positive and inclusive campus environment, where all members of the UF CLAS community can thrive.
—Bianca Evans-Donaldson, CLAS Associate Dean
CLAS Recruitment and Retention (ORR) Newsletter
How we empower you
For Prospective Students — Outreach & Admissions Assistance
You belong here. CLAS Recruitment and Retention travels to colleges, universities, and conferences nationwide to encourage students to apply to UF CLAS undergraduate and graduate programs. We offer admissions assistance, strategic planning, and application guidance.
For Current Students — Academic Support & Mentoring
Your success is our priority. From admission to graduation, we assist in personal and academic planning, professional development, and post-graduation plans. Whether you need tutoring or assistance due to special circumstances, we are here for you. Advising and counseling are available to all currently enrolled students, as well as those considering UF. Additionally, we provide guidance on financial planning and funding.
For Faculty and Staff — Resources
We strive to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for all CLAS faculty, staff, and students. We focus on supporting students facing heightened fear, anxiety, and stress related to their physical and emotional safety. Certain groups, including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, women, LGBTQ students, low-income students, Muslim students, Jewish students, students with disabilities, and survivors of sexual harassment or sexual violence, may find our resources especially valuable.
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Our Commitment to Diversity
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is deeply committed to embracing diversity and fostering inclusivity among our faculty, students, and staff. We acknowledge, respect, and value the diverse nature of our community, as it enriches our academic achievements, enhances our societal contributions, and expands our global impact. Therefore, we are strongly committed to supporting diversity and equal opportunity, eliminating barriers based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religious status, national origin, ethnicity, disability, socioeconomic status, and any other distinguishing qualities.
- We acknowledge that our collective strength stems from our diverse backgrounds, shared values, and unique perspectives.
- We cultivate an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion among our faculty, students, and staff.
- We are dedicated to offering institutional support, curriculum, hiring practices, and facilities that will strengthen our recruitment and retention efforts.
- We reaffirm our commitment to education, collaboration, and success by valuing and learning from the shared experiences of our diverse identities.
First Generation Faculty & Staff