Voices of the dream

reflections from Blackuf leaders & supporters

“At the heart of our work is one simple truth: when Black UF students are connected, empowered, and celebrated, they thrive. I’m committed to cultivating spaces where our alumni, students and the ADI mission are in full alignment, working together for legacy, opportunity and excellence.”

Tracey Gardner Paulfrey, ABA President (2024–2026)
“Under my leadership as ABA President, we prioritized access and opportunity for current Black Gator students. ADI’s work is essential to sustaining those values in this new landscape.”

Quentin Morgan, Esq., Immediate Past ABA President (2022-2024)
“As one of the early Black students at UF in the 70's, I learned what it meant to build community where none existed. ADI keeps that legacy alive — ensuring our students never have to wonder if they belong. We fought for the door to open; ADI makes sure it stays open."

Representative Yvonne Hinson, ABA President (2018-2020)
“As a former ABA President and higher education advancement professional, I know the impact of alumni involvement and investment. ADI ensures that no student loses access to programs that shape their identity and success.”

Dr. Reshunda Mahone, ABA President 2015
"ADI has shown unwavering dedication, patience, and understanding in their work with the Black Student Union. Thanks to ADI’s partnership, students experienced full-day programming, community-building, and enhanced campus connection through meals, merchandise, and event sponsorships."

Ameerah Balogun, UF Black Student Union President (2025-2026)

Alumni Voices of Support

"I am honored to support the Black students at UF. We don’t need to wait for others to ensure our students have a great experience and are successful - we know how to do this ourselves. For the Culture. For our next rising Black leaders."

Tonya Cornileus
"Throughout my career in athletics and administration, I've understood the power of community and legacy. ADI is offering a framework for sustained culture engagement on our campus."

Keith Tribble, former CEO of the Orange Bowl Committee and UF Athletics Hall of Fame Inductee
“I pray that all of the Alumni and Alumnae of UF, all ethnicities will understand how critical this is and get on board. I applaud you for taking the initiative and putting this in place.”

Donald Latson
“This is a powerful initiative, and I commend you for continuing to support our black alumni."

Magela Moore
"My very best wishes as you impact the lives of current and future gators!"

Valerie Green

“At the heart of our work is one simple truth: when Black UF students are connected, empowered, and celebrated, they thrive. I’m committed to cultivating spaces where our alumni, students and the ADI mission are in full alignment, working together for legacy, opportunity and excellence.”

“Under my leadership as ABA President, we prioritized access and opportunity for current Black Gator students. ADI’s work is essential to sustaining those values in this new landscape.”

“As one of the early Black students at UF in the 70's, I learned what it meant to build community where none existed. ADI keeps that legacy alive — ensuring our students never have to wonder if they belong. We fought for the door to open; ADI makes sure it stays open."

“As a former ABA President and higher education advancement professional, I know the impact of alumni involvement and investment. ADI ensures that no student loses access to programs that shape their identity and success.”

"ADI has shown unwavering dedication, patience, and understanding in their work with the Black Student Union. Thanks to ADI’s partnership, students experienced full-day programming, community-building, and enhanced campus connection through meals, merchandise, and event sponsorships."

"I am honored to support the Black students at UF. We don’t need to wait for others to ensure our students have a great experience and are successful - we know how to do this ourselves. For the Culture. For our next rising Black leaders."

"Throughout my career in athletics and administration, I've understood the power of community and legacy. ADI is offering a framework for sustained culture engagement on our campus."

“I pray that all of the Alumni and Alumnae of UF, all ethnicities will understand how critical this is and get on board. I applaud you for taking the initiative and putting this in place.”

“This is a powerful initiative, and I commend you for continuing to support our black alumni."

"My very best wishes as you impact the lives of current and future gators!"

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