There is still time to celebrate the holiday season by sharing a festive meal with an international student from UF! This is a wonderful opportunity to welcome someone into your home, share cultural traditions, and create lasting memories.
Several families have already hosted students for the Thanksgiving holiday!
“My thanksgiving dinner with the Lindner family was awesome! I enjoyed good food away from home, and was able to learn some new American traditions and dishes. My host gladly welcomed me, one other international student, and a couple of her own friends. It was an awesome experience, and I am glad to have been part of this. Looking forward to maintaining this new relationship. Thank you”. – Eric A. (Ghana)
Whether it’s a traditional holiday feast or a casual family gathering, your kindness can make the season brighter for a student far from home.
If you want to host, please sign up for the Friendship Families program. Let’s make this holiday season truly international and full of warmth!
Sign up for the Friendship Families Program
Step 1: Create an account on the Gators for Good platform. Select “Sign up with GatorLink” if you have an @ufl.edu email OR “click for more options” if not.
Step 2: Submit your application to the UFIC Friendship Families group.