When Sagid Salah first arrived in Gainesville in 1954, he was 21 years old, had just survived years as a prisoner during the Korean War. But he had persistence, curiosity and an unshakable belief that education could open the door to a new life. The University of Florida opened that door.
CONGRATS TO Juan Valderrama, a senior majoring in nuclear engineering, for his election into the University of Florida Hall of Fame! This honor is the highest recognition given to student leaders at UF.
At the University of Florida, we cultivate future leaders in materials science and nuclear engineering with forward-thinking education and pioneering research that tackles societal challenges and supports state and national priorities.
