Metro
A Gator’s guide to local politics
By Olivia Lofaso | 9:00amIf you ask about local politics in Gainesville and Alachua County, many will likely describe the area as a “blue dot in a sea of red.”
News
Where to ‘chomp’ in The Swamp: A guide to campus food spots
By Tess Lippincott | 9:00amWhether you’re in the mood for acai, pizza or deli-style sandwiches, UF’s campus has a place for ...
New Student Edition
New country, new perspective: What international students wish they’d known before arriving at UF
By Swasthi Maharaj and Tess Lippincott | 9:00amOriginally from Sudan, the 22-year-old electrical engineering junior had never been to the United States. ...
Sports
A game day tradition: The annual parking scramble returns to Gainesville
By Nicole Scura | 9:00amStarting Sept. 5 with a faceoff against the Florida Atlantic University Owls, the Gators will begin ...
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UF ranked No. 1 best-value public university
By Hailey Kon | Aug. 3The ranking evaluated public institutions based on affordability, graduation rates and median earnings upon graduation, emphasizing return on investment for undergraduate students.
‘This will make Florida a worse place to live’: Local leaders weigh in on proposed property tax amendment
By Olivia Lofaso | Aug. 3In June, the Florida Legislature passed the "Save our Homes from Excessive Property Taxes” joint resolution, a proposal to amend the state’s non-school homestead tax exemption from $50,000 to $150,000.
Beyond The Swamp: Your guide to 2026-27 Gators sports
By Lily Perkins | 9:00amTucked in between Saturdays in The Swamp and camping in front of the Stephen C. O’Connell Center for basketball games are national championship contenders, Olympians, rising stars and some of the most exciting sporting events on campus. Whether you’re looking for a fun new activity, an indoor escape from the Florida heat or your next favorite team, here’s what you need to know before every Gator season begins.
Bored of Broward? Here are five new spots to dine
By Christopher Rodriguez | Aug. 9For most new students, coming to UF means a brand-new city with a brand-new food scene. If you’re a new Gator already tired of the dining halls’ menus, check out these five food stops within walking distance of campus.
Five things to know about studying abroad
By Shaine Davison | 9:00amLeading up to my semester abroad in Madrid my junior Spring, there were many logistics to sort out. Here are some tips about finding a program, financing it and more.
