www.gatorlink.ufl.edu

GatorLink is a student’s computer identity at the University of Florida. A GatorLink account provides a short username@ufl.edu e-mail address. Official university communications are sent to this e-mail address. GatorLink also offers access to a variety of campus computing services at no cost, in addition to fee-based services. Free GatorLink services include e-mail, a monthly dialup quota and Web space. Many campus services require a GatorLink signon, including computer lab and network connections, print services, online training and the download of university-licensed software. No-cost GatorLink services are supported by the university’s central administration.

Using the GatorLink Web site, a student can create and manage a GatorLink account. The Office of Academic Technology’s UF Computing Help Desk is ready to help students create and use GatorLink services, as well as computer connections, computer use or problems. Call 392-HELP (4357), stop by CSE E214 or CSE E520, or e-mail helpdesk@ufl.edu to speak to a consultant. The Help Desk’s Web site, helpdesk.ufl.edu, provides service hours and self-help information.

Undergraduate students receive weekly e-mail from the University of Florida called the University of Florida Wednesday Update. These e-mails are sent to all the GatorLink e-mail addresses of registered undergraduate students. The content of the e-mails includes administrative information, such as deadlines and requirements, and educational enhancement opportunities for undergraduates.

The University of Florida Wednesday Update is a service of the Office of the Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education to enhance the undergraduate experience. Archives of these e-mails can be found at lists.ufl.edu/archives/wednesday-update.html.

Gator 1 Card

www.bsd.ufl.edu

The official university photo ID is known as the Gator 1 card. All enrolled students, faculty and staff must have a university ID card. The Gator 1 card is used for the following:

• to gain access to CIRCA computer labs, university libraries, student recreation and fitness centers, all university recreation facilities and intramural sports activities and the infirmary.
• to participate in the Gator 1 textbook deferment program at the UF Bookstores, which enables students to defer the payment for necessary textbooks and supplies until financial aid is disbursed.
• to purchase tickets to any university athletic or extracurricular events and to vote in student government elections.
• to purchase food at any campus location if the student has a Gator Dining account and/or to purchase items from select vending machines if the student has a prepaid vending account.
• to use laundry facilities in some residence halls with a prepaid account.
• to double as an ATM/debit card when activated through Wachovia Bank. Please visit www.bsd.ufl.edu for more information.

The ID Card Services Office is located on the ground-floor level of the UF Bookstore and Welcome Center Complex on Museum Road. Office hours are 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding university holidays. Call 352-392-UFID (8343) for further information.

To process a request for a Gator 1 card, follow these instructions:

• Visit the ID Card Services Office located in the UF Bookstore and Welcome Center Complex on Museum Road.
• Present a photo ID (driver’s license, military ID or passport) and provide your UF ID number and a copy of your social security card.
• Pay the $10 fee required at the time the card is processed (cash, check or debit card only).

NOTE: Access to university facilities and privileges may be denied if your account is on hold by University Financial Services.

Student Spouse ID Cards: To obtain a student spouse card, the spouse should bring the student’s UFID card, marriage certificate, his or her photo identification (driver’s license or passport) and social security card, and $10 to the ID Card Services Office. ID Card Services will assign a UFID number if needed.

UFID Number

ufid.ufl.edu

UFID is an eight-digit number (#### - ####) that serves as the primary way to identify students in all university records and transactions. Similar to a Social Security Number, no two people will have the same number, and each person has only one number. The number is pre-assigned by the university, not chosen as you would a PIN. All students, employees and others associated with the university have a UFID number. If a student has a valid Gator 1 card, the student has a UFID number. Obtain your UFID number online at the Web site indicated above. Additional information is provided at www.it.ufl.edu/ufid/faq-students.html.