Puerto Rican flags planted on the Plaza of the Americas in the shape of “PR” honored the victims of Hurricane Maria who died on the island on the anniversary of the hurricane. Unión de Estudiantes Puertorriqueños Activos, the Puerto Rican UF student group under the umbrella of Hispanic Student Association, collected books to send to a library and signed a poster offering words of hope to those still affected.
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By Libby Clifton | 11:27amRachel Barrios mixes a seasonal fall drink during Pascal's Coffeehouse’s semesterly barista competition to decide new specialty menu items on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025.
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By Libby Clifton | 11:27amRachel Barrios offers a honey cardamom cappuccino to coworkers during Pascal's Coffeehouse’s semesterly barista competition on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025.
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By Libby Clifton | 11:27amRachel Barrios prepares an espresso shot for a proposed fall drink during Pascal's Coffeehouse’s semesterly barista competition in Gainesville, Fla., on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025.