“Our whole mission was to come and open the doors for you,” Jeraldine Williams said at Black Affairs’ Culture & Coffee event. Williams was one of 14 of the first African American students at UF.
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Butler Plaza
By Ryan Friedenberg | 6:01pmButler Town Center signage is seen off of Archer Road on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
Marston Science Library
By Aishani Lahiri | 1:32pmStudents return to campus and enjoy 24/5 access to Marston Science Library, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
Bartenders
By Aishani Lahiri | 1:29pmGainesville nightlife remains vibrant as classes resume Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.





