Alexandra St Tellien, (left) one of the speakers brings Kiara Laurent (right) onstage to recite a poem to the crowd at the “We Keep Us Safe” event on Saturday, June 26, 2021.

Alex is a fourth-year journalism student at UF and is in his third semester at The Alligator where he is serving as the university editor. He previously reported on university administration and the city and county commission. In his free time, he enjoys video games, traveling and being outdoors.
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By Courtesy to The Alligator | May 1Love the Food Truck, which opened in 2024, sits outside in Gainesville, Fla., on Aug. 13, 2024.
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By Courtesy to The Alligator | Apr. 28A crowd gathers in front of the screen at Mom's OG Bar and Grill in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Noah Lantor | Apr. 26Florida gators attack Jordan Basso (6) hugs teammate Frannie Hahn (16) after she scores a goal in a lacrosse game against Loyola Maryland in Gainesville, Fla., on Saturday, March 8, 2025.