Solo in silence

Sawyer Weaver, a 22-year-old UF linguistics senior, meditates between classes on the Plaza of the Americas on Dec. 2, 2015. Although he had earbuds in, Weaver didn’t listen to any music. He said he wore them so people wouldn't bother him.

Judge Mikaela Nix-Walker speaks at the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center.

Joaquin Benigno Garcia

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By Joaquin Benigno Garcia | June 7

Judge Mikaela Nix-Walker speaks at the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center.

In March 2026, National Immigration Law Center confirmed cases where U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services paused processing DACA renewal requests.

Daniela Ortiz

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By Daniela Ortiz | June 7

In March 2026, National Immigration Law Center confirmed cases where U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services paused processing DACA renewal requests.

The Bead Bandits shop gives away pride flags alongside its jewelry at the "Queer Makers Market" at 4th Avenue Food Park in Gainesville, Fla., on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

Isabel Kraby

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By Isabel Kraby | June 7

The Bead Bandits shop gives away pride flags alongside its jewelry at the "Queer Makers Market" at 4th Avenue Food Park in Gainesville, Fla., on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

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