The banquet hall foyer buzzed with anticipation as guests greeted each other with hugs and handshakes. A student is heard introducing himself to the donor who supports his scholarship. An alumna catches up with her professor from decades past.
Albert and Alberta meandered through the gathering crowd, posing for countless photos – the most popular Gators in the room among hundreds of UF students, alumni, faculty, and donors assembled for the College of Education’s 21st annual Scholarship and Awards Dinner.
The dinner provides a unique opportunity for scholarship and award recipients to be recognized among generations of Edugators, including many of the benefactors who share their passion for education. This year, more than 150 students benefited from 82 scholarships – the most scholarships of any college at UF.
“These scholarships reduce financial barriers and ensure that the next generation of educators can focus on what matters most: learning, growing, and making the world a better place,” Dean Glenn Good said as he addressed the state of the college. “None of this work happens in isolation. It takes all of us – faculty, students, donors, and community partners – working together to advance teaching and learning.”
Albert and Alberta pose with event attendees
