Convergence Student Showcase 2026

CONVERGENCE STUENT SHOWCASE

Join us for Convergence Student Showcase, an eagerly awaited annual event that serves as a vibrant celebration of the ingenuity, talents, and creativity undertaken by digital arts and science students, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Organized by the UF Digital Worlds Institute, this showcase is a testament to the fusion of creativity and innovation within the academic community.

At the heart of the Convergence events series, the Student Showcase serves as a focal point for fostering connections between students, alumni, community partners, and industry professionals. By providing a platform for collaborative engagement, this event facilitates the exchange of ideas, knowledge, and experiences among a diverse audience. Whether you're a student eager to share your work, an alum looking to reconnect, or a professional seeking inspiration, Convergence Student Showcase is a free and open-to-the-public event that promises to captivate and inspire all who attend. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic intersection of digital arts and sciences.

Parking Information:

Use Bookstore Welcome Center Garage XII at Museum Road & Reitz Union Drive

• Fees apply 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM; free after 4:30 PM.
• Additional parking is available at Garage 5 located on Gale Lemerand Drive
• Parking locations can be further found on the map below:

Info: Before the official opening of Convergence 2025, student presenters have the exclusive opportunity to experience and interact with each other's projects in a collaborative and relaxed environment. This pre-event fosters peer-to-peer feedback, celebration of each other's achievements, and valuable practice presenting and refining their work. It’s a chance to connect, learn, and inspire one another before sharing with the larger audience.

Info: Guests explore both the Grand Ballroom and Theater areas, observing and engaging with students and their creative projects.

Info: Guest converge at the central stage of the Grand Ballroom for the announcement of the 24-25 awardees.

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