The era of social media meets Gen Z voters

Capturing a photo with the physical adhesive "I Voted" sticker after casting a ballot is a trend especially popular among Gen Z, the generation born between 1997 and 2012.

UF tennis' Henry Jefferson celebrates during his head-to-head match against South Florida's Ettore Danesi. Their match was the only one on Saturday to go to three sets, with Jefferson sealing the Gators’ victory over the Bulls Jan. 17

Michael Angee

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By Michael Angee | 1:44pm

UF tennis' Henry Jefferson celebrates during his head-to-head match against South Florida's Ettore Danesi. Their match was the only one on Saturday to go to three sets, with Jefferson sealing the Gators’ victory over the Bulls Jan. 17

Noah Lantor

Irby Elementary

By Noah Lantor | 1:20pm

W. W. Irby Elementary School is located on NW 140th Street, Sunday, April 26, 2026, in Alachua, Fla.

UF microbiology associate professor Luiz Roesch poses for a portrait at his desk on Monday, April 20, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.

Reagan Bresnahan

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By Reagan Bresnahan | 1:19pm

UF microbiology associate professor Luiz Roesch poses for a portrait at his desk on Monday, April 20, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.

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