Alumni Volunteer Leadership Conference 2026

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Alumni Volunteer Leadership Conference (AVLC)

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®.

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

Conference Highlights

Our Goal

Inspire & Empower

We want officers to return home inspired and equipped with clarity on roles, responsibilities, and best practices.

Program

What to Expect

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

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Registration

Registration is open! There is no fee for board members, and guest registration is $75.

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Conference Schedule

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

Friday, February 20, 2026
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
President Luncheon (Invite Only)
1:00 PM
AVLC Check-in
2:30 PM
Welcome & Regional Awards
3:15 PM
Board Workshops
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Reception and Clubbies
Saturday, February 21, 2026
7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Check-in
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
Welcome & Keynote
10:00 AM – 3:15 PM
Breakout Sessions & Lunch
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Campus Tours
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Game Night
Sunday, February 22, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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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Travel Stipends

Reimbursement forms for eligible leadership travel.

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