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05/28/2026

🌟 Gran Caimán Honoree
Meet Gerardo “Jerry” Fernandez, a proud Gator whose leadership, service, and dedication to the Hispanic Gator community have left a lasting impact.
A longtime supporter of the University of Florida and the UF Association of Hispanic Alumni, Jerry has consistently led with generosity, mentorship, and a deep commitment to uplifting others within our comunidad.
Through his professional success and years of service to fellow Gators, Jerry embodies the spirit of the Gran Caimán Award — the highest honor presented by the UF Association of Hispanic Alumni.
We are proud to celebrate Jerry for his leadership, legacy, and unwavering commitment to the Hispanic Gator community. 💙🐊
🎉 Join us as we honor Jerry at the 20th Anniversary Gator Guayabera Guateque on July 18.

05/13/2026

🌟 PODER Award Honoree

Meet Jesse Brooks Wright, a proud Gator and dedicated leader whose impact continues to shape the Hispanic Gator community.

A two-time University of Florida graduate, Jesse has built a successful career in infrastructure and energy solutions while consistently demonstrating excellence in his field.

Beyond his professional achievements, Jesse has been deeply committed to giving back. As Past Treasurer of the UF Association of Hispanic Alumni, he played a key role in strengthening the organization’s future — helping raise over $200,000 in scholarship funding to support the next generation of Hispanic Gators.

His leadership, generosity, and commitment to community embody the spirit of the PODER Award.

🎉 Join us as we celebrate Jesse at the Gator Guayabera Guateque on July 18.

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05/11/2026

Get ready, Gators! 🐊 The 2026 Orange, Blue, and All of You Annual Gala is officially on the calendar. Join us for a night of celebration, community, and support for student scholarships. Secure your tickets and check out our room block details at the link in our bio!

05/01/2026

Happy graduation to all grads! Here’s a blast in time to the people behind the scenes of AHA on their graduation! Tag us on your grad pics!

04/28/2026

🌿 April Recap
April = full of Gator energy. 🐊🔥
🎾 Miami Open
🎤 Miami Improv
🐊 Welcome to the Gatorhood
🤝 Conexiones
🚀 eMerge Americas
Our comunidad showed up, connected, and made it count.
More moments, more connections, more impact ahead. 💙

👉 Tag a Gator you connected with this month!

04/21/2026

🎉 20 Years of Gator Guayabera Guateque
This year, we’re celebrating a major milestone — 20 years of bringing our comunidad together to honor, connect, and uplift Hispanic Gators.
The Guayabera Guateque has always been more than a celebration — it’s a commitment to supporting the next generation through scholarships, mentorship, and meaningful connections.
As we mark this special anniversary, we invite you to be part of the impact.
✨ Sponsorship opportunities are now available at multiple levels, offering meaningful ways to support our mission and celebrate alongside our comunidad.
Let’s make year 20 our most impactful yet. 💙🐊

03/24/2026

🌿 Gator Mujeres
Over the past few weeks, we’ve had the privilege of celebrating incredible Hispanic women Gators who are leading, building, mentoring, and uplifting their communities.
From educators and healthcare leaders to entrepreneurs, advocates, and storytellers — each woman featured reflects the strength, resilience, and leadership that define our comunidad.
While we spotlighted the inspiring women nominated for this series, we also want to recognize the countless Gator Mujeres who continue to create impact every day — in their professions, in their families, and across their communities.
Your leadership, passion, and dedication are what make the Gator network so powerful.
As we look ahead, the UF Association of Hispanic Alumni remains committed to supporting the next generation of Gator Mujeres through mentorship, community, and opportunity.
When one Gator Mujer rises, our entire comunidad rises with her.
💙 Arriba Caimanes.

03/21/2026

🌿 Gator Mujeres Spotlight
Meet Alex Klumpp, UF MBA ’22.
As the founder of , Alex has built a platform dedicated to sharing the stories, culture, and achievements that make Miami such a vibrant community.
Through her work, she amplifies local voices, supports small businesses and creatives, and helps create meaningful connections across the city.
Alex’s commitment to uplifting others and celebrating Miami’s diverse community reflects the spirit and impact of a true Gator Mujer. 💙🐊
📍 Miami, FL
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03/20/2026

🌿 Gator Mujeres Spotlight
Meet Dr. Maryam Laguna-Borrego, UF ’11.
A proud double Gator, Dr. Laguna-Borrego earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Sociology from the University of Florida and later completed her Master’s in Public Affairs at UF. She went on to earn her PhD in Education from the University of Miami.
Today, she serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Miami Dade College, helping lead one of the largest and most impactful institutions of higher education in the country.
A dedicated supporter of the UF Association of Hispanic Alumni, Dr. Laguna-Borrego was honored last year as a PODER Award recipient at the Gator Guayabera Guateque, recognizing her leadership and impact in our community.
We’re proud to celebrate her as a Gator Mujer leading with purpose and impact. 💙🐊
📍 Miami, FL
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03/19/2026

🌿 Gator Mujeres Spotlight
Meet Dr. Juliana Correal, UF ’11.
A proud double Gator, Dr. Correal completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Florida before earning a Master of Science from Florida International University and her degree from the University of Florida College of Dentistry.
Since becoming a dentist, she has remained deeply committed to giving back — using her profession to serve and support her community.
Through her work and dedication to patient care, Dr. Correal continues to make a meaningful impact while proudly representing the spirit of a Gator Mujer. 💙🐊
📍 Davenport, FL
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