Few African-Americans teach math at U.S. universities. UF’s math department is no exception.

Melissa Shabazz, a UF math lecturer, works in her office Saturday in Little Hall. Shabazz is the only African American professor in her department. She started working at UF during Fall 2018.

Ryan Friedenberg

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By Ryan Friedenberg | Apr. 21

Korbe Otis does the Gator chomp before Florida softball's matchup with Oklahoma State on Feb. 20. Photo by Ryan Friedenberg

Gators junior Ian Gilligan hits a drive at the Gators Invitational on Friday, February 16, 2024.

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By Courtesy to The Alligator | Apr. 7

Gators junior Ian Gilligan hits a drive at the Gators Invitational on Friday, February 16, 2024.

Junior Leanne Wong excels in her floor routine to earn a 10 and bring home the win for the Gators against LSU, Friday, Feb. 23, 2024.

Ashley Hicks

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By Ashley Hicks | Feb. 23

Junior Leanne Wong excels in her floor routine to earn a 10 and bring home the win for the Gators against LSU, Friday, Feb. 23, 2024.

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