Aerial shot of UF's campus

This shot, taken in October 2013, shows UF’s campus from above. On Jan. 6, 1853, state Governor Thomas Brown signed a bill giving public support to higher education.

A crowd gathers in front of the screen at Mom's OG Bar and Grill in Gainesville, Fla.

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By Courtesy to The Alligator | Apr. 28

A crowd gathers in front of the screen at Mom's OG Bar and Grill in Gainesville, Fla.

Florida 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.

Noah Lantor

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By Noah Lantor | Apr. 26

Florida 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.

Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward speaks at a vigil for victims of the April 17 Florida State University shooting on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

Vivienne Serret

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By Vivienne Serret | Apr. 23

Gainesville Mayor Harvey Ward speaks at a vigil for victims of the April 17 Florida State University shooting on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

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