UF's annual Stand Up & Holler: Gator Nation Giving Day is just around the corner! On February 15th, we call on our incredible community of supporters to make a gift of any size to the Center for African Studies and impact the lives of current and future Gators. I am happy to share that the institute's Alumni and Faculty Pre-Dissertation Research Travel Award Fund will be featured this year! This fund will enable them to explore and conduct valuable research across the African continent, contributing to a deeper understanding of African cultures, societies, and global issues. Your generous contributions will empower the next generation of Gators to engage in impactful research and academic pursuits in the field of African Studies.