Public Policy Events

The Office of Public Policy Events aims to advance democratic principles and civil discourse by bringing the campus community together to discuss contemporary public policy issues. By facilitating discussion through group forums and debates, a wide range of viewpoints and perspectives will be presented. These events are open to the public.

Upcoming Event

2026 Primary Election Candidate Forum

Date: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Time: 1:30pm EDT
Location: Pugh Hall Ocora

Meet the candidates before the August Primary at this free, nonpartisan forum featuring races for County Commission, School Board, Gainesville Mayor and more — plus a post-event reception and candidate meet-and-greet.

Join the League of Women Voters of Alachua County and the Bob Graham Center for Public Service for a nonpartisan Primary Election Candidate Forum featuring local candidates appearing on the 2026 primary ballot.

Candidates for County Commission, City Commission, School Board, Gainesville Mayor, and more have been invited.

Candidates will respond to questions developed by the League, giving voters an opportunity to learn more about their priorities, perspectives and plans for office.

Attendees can also meet candidates following the forum at a reception and candidate tabling. This event is free and open to the public. It will be streamed live via YouTube.

Additional partners include the UF Office of Public Policy Events, the Delta Sigma Theta, Gainesville Alumnae Chapter, and Zeta Phi Beta, Gainesville Alumnae Chapter.

Contact: graham-center@ufl.edu