Convergence Student Showcase 2026, 23 April | Event in Gainesville | AllEvents

Convergence Student Showcase 2026

UF Digital Worlds Institute

Highlights

Thu, 23 Apr • 05:30 PM

2.5 hours

Reitz Union - Grand Ballroom

Free Tickets Available

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Date & Location

Thu, 23 Apr • 05:30 PM (GMT-04:00)

Reitz Union - Grand Ballroom

655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, United States

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About the event

Convergence Student Showcase 2026
Get ready for an epic showcase of student talent at Convergence Student Showcase 2026, happening in person on April 23th, 2026 at 5:30 PM!

About this Event

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:



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Agenda


🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Peer Preview: Student Showcase Exchange (For Student Presenters Only)

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.



🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Showcase of Student Work (Public Opening)

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



🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Digital Worlds 24-25 Award Presentation

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




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Ticket Info

Tickets for Convergence Student Showcase 2026 can be booked here.

Ticket type Ticket price
General Admission Ticket Free
Student Presenter Ticket Free
Virtual Access Ticket Free
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Reitz Union - Grand Ballroom, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, United States
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UF Digital Worlds Institute

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Convergence Student Showcase 2026, 23 April | Event in Gainesville | AllEvents
Convergence Student Showcase 2026
Thu, 23 Apr • 05:30 PM
Free