Alumni Volunteer Leadership Conference 2026

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Alumni Volunteer Leadership Conference (AVLC)

AVLC brings together officers and directors from across Gator Nation® for hands-on sessions, peer networking, campus experiences, and the Clubbies awards celebration.
February 20-22, 2026

About the Conference

The Alumni Volunteer Leadership Conference (AVLC) gathers the UF Alumni Association’s Board of Directors and Gator Club® & Affiliate Group leaders to connect, collaborate and celebrate the unrelenting spirit of the Gator Nation®. Programming begins with pre-conference sessions Friday, followed by a welcome reception, conference-style presentations, panels, and topic-focused sessions through Saturday. Friday night culminates with the Clubbies Award Reception.

Our Goal

Inspire & Empower Leaders

We want Gator Club® and Affiliate Group officers to return home inspired and equipped with clarity on roles, responsibilities, and best practices. AVLC provides tools and resources to build and lead strong Clubs and Groups.

Program

What to Expect

A few days of leadership development, learning from guest speakers, connecting with fellow Gators, and exploring UF’s latest programs through curated campus tours.

Registration

Who Should Register

We invite each attending Gator Club®/Affiliate Group officer or director to complete their registration. There is no registration fee for current board members.

Conference Schedule

Programming runs Friday through Sunday at Emerson Alumni Hall unless otherwise noted.

Friday, February 20, 2026

Pre-conference programming for presidents and President-Elects and evening awards celebration.

  • 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm President and President-Elect Luncheon (by invitation)
  • 1:00 pm AVLC Check-in
  • 2:30 pm Welcome Session and Regional Director Clubbie Awards
  • 3:15 pm Board Workshops
  • 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Reception and Clubbies

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Full conference day with keynotes, breakouts, and campus experiences.

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am Check-in
  • 8:00 am - 9:00 am Networking Breakfast
  • 9:00 am - 9:45 am Welcome and Morning Keynote
  • 10:00 am - 12:15 pm Morning Breakout Sessions
  • 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Lunch and Learn
  • 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm Afternoon Breakout Sessions
  • 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm Campus Tours and Shuttle Transfers
  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Game Night

Sunday, February 22, 2026

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am Later Gators Brunch

Travel & Lodging

Plan your trip to Gainesville with lodging, parking, and transportation details.

Hotels & Lodging

Enjoy special rates at partnering hotels close to campus.

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Transportation

Fly into Gainesville (GNV) or Jacksonville (JAX), or use alumni rental car discounts.

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