Gator Emergency Medical Response Unit – UF Division of Public Safety

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Gator Emergency
Medical Response Unit

Who We Are

UF’s Student-Run
Volunteer EMS
Unit

GEMRU operates within the University of Florida Division of Public Safety. Our members serve campus through emergency response, special event coverage, and community health outreach.

Emergency Response

Student responders provide professional, compassionate emergency support in coordination with campus public safety partners.

Community Health Classes

GEMRU offers community health classes designed to help students and campus organizations build practical, lifesaving skills. Current offerings include AHA BLS/CPR, Stop the Bleed, Substance Education and Narcan Training, and the Emergency Skills Workshop.
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Join GEMRU

University of Florida students with a current EMR or EMT certification are invited to apply. Members gain experience in emergency response, community education, teamwork, and leadership while serving the campus community.

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Explore GEMRU

Learn more about GEMRU, our programs, and the different ways to get involved or connect with the unit.

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About the Unit
Learn about GEMRU’s mission, structure, and role in supporting a safer, more prepared University of Florida community.
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Join GEMRU
Explore membership requirements, the application process, and the clinical, leadership, and service opportunities available to GEMRU responders.
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Community Health
Discover GEMRU’s community health classes and outreach programs, including training in CPR, bleeding control, overdose response, and other lifesaving skills.
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Contact Information
Find contact information for GEMRU leadership and connect with the appropriate team for general questions, partnerships, or program inquiries.
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Event Medical Standby

Need GEMRU at your event?

Request medical standby coverage for a campus event and learn more about the information needed to begin the scheduling process.

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Gator Emergency Medical Response Unit

University of Florida Division of Public Safety

For emergencies, call 911.