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.

Florida gymnast Danie Ferris performs on the floor during a NCAA gymnastics meet against Arkansas, Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.

Ryan Friedenberg

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By Ryan Friedenberg | 11:24pm

Florida gymnast Danie Ferris performs on the floor during a NCAA gymnastics meet against Arkansas, Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.

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Flying Pig Parade

By Courtesy of Eduardo Arenas | 5:45pm

Parade Director Glenn Terry at the 2026 Flying Pig Parade.

Florida thrower Imani Washington competes in the women’s weight throw during the Jimmy Carnes Invitational in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.

Bayden Armstrong

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By Bayden Armstrong | 5:06pm

Florida thrower Imani Washington competes in the women’s weight throw during the Jimmy Carnes Invitational in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.

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