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Before I joined The Alligator, I always heard people say that the best thing you get out of working here is the people you meet. This is corny but true, like most things.
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Before I joined The Alligator, I always heard people say that the best thing you get out of working here is the people you meet. This is corny but true, like most things.
I am not a journalist.
I left The Alligator a year ago, almost to the day.
I’m indecisive. I question nearly every decision I make. The uncertainty of what-ifs has persisted since I was young.
Breaking news — to a reporter — is its own type of unforgiving hell. Unfortunately, it’s my favorite type of reporting.
At 5 years old, humans develop a sense of self-image and consciousness. In part, I believe a lot of that self-awareness has to do with what’s brought to your attention.
Oct. 28, 2023, a crowd of costumed people amassed for the annual independent Queer the Fest. The “Mutant Disco” theme brought a slew of colorful glittery outfits and creative face makeup.
While packs of people flocked to Gainesville to celebrate Queer the Fest, a multi-day music festival spread across several venues, an exuberant audience emerged in the Civic Media Center’s courtyard, eager to rock out in a unique and inclusive space.
Even after her husband cut their furniture in half with an ax, threatened to kill her and hide her body, a domestic violence survivor didn’t believe she was in an abusive relationship.
Florida’s Chancellor of the State University System, Ray Rodrigues, issued a memorandum directing state university system presidents to “deactivate” the registration of National Students for Justice in Palestine. UF President Ben Sasse complied.
The Florida Gators and the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs renew their rivalry Saturday in Jacksonville.
Gainesville is home to a bustling music scene with various venues catered to different interests. This guide lists seven of the major music names in Gainesville and an event for every night of the week.
While crowds of people flocked to UF’s campus to celebrate Homecoming, a smaller few congregated on the other side of town to celebrate a niche and artistic holiday: 24-Hour Comics Day.
Editor’s note: This article discusses topics of sexual assault.
When UF College of Journalism and Communications lecturer Iman Zawahry attended the Phoenix Film Festival in 2022, she received an offer difficult for any filmmaker to refuse: the chance for her indie film to hit the big screen across America.
Anytime I walk through campus’ Turlington area, it’s a speed walk with headphones in and eyes down. Like a hook waiting for a fish, clubs and campus tables jump at the opportunity to persuade you to their cause. With some tables more popular than others, students in passing may crowd around common interests.
The No. 22 Florida Gators head on the road to take on the Kentucky Wildcats Saturday.
Update: Florida Blue Key President Brady Alexander reached out to The Alligator for an official statement Sept. 26.
The stretchy black skirts of five tango dancers whistled as the women twirled across the stage at Bo Diddley Plaza. Adorned with red flowers in their hair, the group spun and strutted to Argentinian music as dozens of Gainesville residents watched.
The first season of the Billy Napier era at Florida was a constant tale of inconsistency. After every big win, a disastrous misstep always seemed to be waiting in the corner. The Gators upset No. 7 Utah in week one, only to shudder against Kentucky the following week.