The Mission of the Blue Ridge Gator Club® is to foster and enhance the relationship between the University of Florida, its alumni, students and friends in Western North Carolina and adjacent areas, and to support the university’s mission of teaching, research and service.

The club’s major objective is to foster pride and spirit in the University and all its endeavors among the people in the area through promoting academics, athletics, fellowship and participation in special events.

Everyone is welcome to join the Blue Ridge Gator Club®! You do not have to be a University of Florida graduate to join. The 2 in 1 membership program provides membership to both the UF Alumni Association and the Blue Ridge Gator Club®. Simply click this Membership link, select the Membership area and make sure to designate the Blue Ridge Gator Club® as your club affiliation.  Note: the membership year runs from July 1 to the following June 30.