The Summer Send-Off Series brings together alumni, students, and families across Florida to welcome incoming medical students to the Gator Nation. These gatherings offer a meaningful opportunity to connect, build community, and support students as they begin their journey at the College of Medicine.
Office of alumni affairs
Summer Send-Off Series
Before the start of the academic year, alumni across Florida gather to welcome incoming first-year medical students from their area and introduce them to the UF College of Medicine family. These informal gatherings give new students the opportunity to meet alumni, build connections and begin their journey as Gator Docs with a strong support network.
Join us in a city near you for a cocktail reception and meet your fellow Gators.
2026 Summer Send-Off Events
⭐ Tampa — June 11
⭐ Jacksonville — June 11
⭐ Orlando — June 18
Additional locations and the RSVP link are coming soon.
Check out these snapshots from past years.
Start Building Your Gator Network
Looking forward to the Summer Send-Off? Incoming students and alumni are encouraged to join the Gator Network — the exclusive online community for the UF College of Medicine. Many alumni who attend Summer Send-Off events are also active on the platform, making it easy to connect before the event and stay in touch afterward.