University Of Florida Athletic Association
The University Athletic Association, Inc. (UAA) is a non-profit corporation that is responsible for maintaining the Florida Gators intercollegiate sports program of the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. The athletic association was incorporated in 1929, and reports to the University of Florida Board of Trustees.
As of 2009, the athletic association operates on an $83 million dollar annual budget. It is overseen by the university controller and the Gator Boosters. Since 1990, the University Athletic Association has contributed over $48 million to the University of Florida to support the university's academic programs. One of the main responsibilities of the University of Florida athletic director is to act as chief financial officer for the athletic association.
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