An update from President J. Bernard Machen
Welcome back and hello! It is my pleasure to greet and meet you as we begin together a new semester at the University.
Last year the University of Florida completed its 150 year celebration and now we begin a new year with a new president and a new Chair of the Board of Trustees -- Mr. Manny Fernandez. He and I are only a small part of the UF family and I am extremely fortunate to work with the finest faculty, staff and students to be found in any institution of higher education.
In the days ahead, I look forward to meeting as many of you in the University community as possible, whether it is in the classroom, offices, across the walkways of campus or in the stands at an athletic event. If you see someone looking a little lost, please come up and say hello. I am excited to be with you and looking forward to becoming a Florida Gator!
Sincerely,
J. Bernard Machen
President