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Official DEI Agency of @ufstudentgov
Promoting compassion and diversity, equity, & inclusion through education & programming. 💫

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Please know that STAAR is here for you no matter what. Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you’re feeling disempowered, lost, or unsure of what is to come. Though many things are currently uncertain, STAAR will continue to serve the student body to the best of its ability. by @staar_uf

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3 years ago

Ambassador applications are officially OPEN! ✨

Looking for a way to get involved with STAAR and make an impact on the UF community? Our Fall Ambassadors help connect STAAR with the greater campus community through advocacy, outreach, service, and signature events. 💙

Applications are open now through October 11th at 11:59 PM on the Student Government Get Involved portal!

We can’t wait to welcome our next group of STAAR Ambassadors! ⭐️ by @staar_uf

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16 days ago

STAAR Director applications are now live on the Student Government “Get Involved” portal! Submit your application by September 9th at 11:59 PM ✨

If you’re passionate about making an impact on the UF and Gainesville community and want to help promote diversity, equity, and awareness, apply for a STAAR Director position! Swipe to learn more about each role and find the position that’s right for you.

Have questions? Feel free to DM us! by @staar_uf

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a month ago

✨ STAAR Gala is back! ✨
Join us this Thursday, April 16 at La Casita for Mediterranean food, arts & crafts, new merch, and good vibes! by @staar_uf

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6 months ago

We want to thank everyone who joined us at STAARTFEST and for all of our collaborating organizations ⭐️! It was incredible to see everyone unite for this event. We hope to see you at the next one! by @staar_uf

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7 months ago

Join us for ✨ STAARTFEST ✨

February 26 from 5:30–7:30 PM at Pugh Hall will be an evening filled with food, merch, a live DJ, workshops, and more.

Hands-on workshops include crochet keychains with Hooked by Arianna, clothing upcycling with MODE UF, and reusable magnet making with Thrift Club @ UF

Come meet the vendors, get creative, and bring your friends for a evening of fun and community 💫

#gators🐊 #ufstaar #staartfest by @staar_uf

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8 months ago

🌟 Applications are OPEN for STAAR’s Spring Ambassador Program! 🌟

STAAR Ambassadors play a vital role in our organization, acting as student liaisons and representing STAAR through campus tabling and outreach.

As part of this semester-long training program, ambassadors will:
✨ Participate in bi-weekly workshops focused on navigating meaningful conversations around race
✨ Volunteer at community service events
✨ Get involved in engaging programming opportunities
✨ Be paired with a mentor through the STAAR mentorship program

This is an amazing opportunity to get involved, create change, and build community at UF.

Apply using the link in our bio!
Questions? Reach out to our Vice Chair of Ambassadors, Uma Panchal (@uma_panchal1).

Applications are due Sunday, February 9 at 11:59 PM! 💙 by @staar_uf

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9 months ago

We’re grateful to everyone who joined us for the Diversity Summit🌍 !

Thank you for engaging in meaningful conversations and helping us build community together.

#staaruf #diversity #gators🐊 #summit by @staar_uf

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9 months ago

🌟 STAAR Diversity Summit 🌟

Date: November 18, 2025
Time: 5:00PM - 7:00 PM
Location: J. Wayne Reitz Union Auditorium

✨ Free food + free merch! ✨

Join us for an event focused on celebrating diversity, uplifting student and faculty voices, and building community through conversation and connection. All students and faculty welcome! ⭐️ by @staar_uf

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a year ago

Thank you to everyone who attended our Welcome Event! 💫 We enjoyed connecting with everyone and kicking off the year together!

We hope you all had an amazing time and hope to see you at future STAAR events!💙 by @staar_uf

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a year ago

🌟 Exciting news! STAAR’s Ambassadorship Program applications are officially open! 🌟

STAAR Ambassadors are the backbone of our organization, serving as student liaisons and representing us through campus tabling.

Throughout the semester-long training program, ambassadors will:
✨ Attend bi-weekly workshops to build skills for engaging in meaningful conversations around race.
✨ Volunteer at service events.
✨ Join programming opportunities.
✨ Gain a mentor through the STAAR mentorship program.

This is the perfect chance to get involved, make an impact, and find your community at UF.

Apply now through the link in our bio!
Questions? Contact our Vice Chair of Ambassadors, Uma Panchal (@uma_panchal1).
Applications close Monday, September 29th at 11:59 PM — don’t miss it! by @staar_uf

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STAAR is thrilled to kick off the year with our first programming event: STAAR Welcome Event! 💫

Get to know each of STAAR’s divisions through Art with Ambassadors, Churros with Constant Engagement, Samosas with Signature Programs, and Sent by Service.

Time: 11 am – 3 pm
Date: Friday, September 12
Location: Plaza of the Americas

Merch will be available on a first come first serve basis 👀

We can’t wait to see you there! ⭐️ by @staar_uf

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