A rookie’s experience with CrossFit
(03/11/15 11:29pm)
With new CrossFit gyms springing up in Gainesville, I wanted to find out firsthand why it’s so popular.
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FYE: A Cinderella Story: Playing it Safe
(03/07/15 11:47pm)
There have been countless versions of the tale of Cinderella. Just like Sherlock Holmes, there are alternate universes and stories where the Cinderella Story – rags to riches, torment to happiness – takes place. But Disney’s path to reinventing their own classic princess film has been leaving some red flags.
She Blinded Me With Science: The War on Research
(02/28/15 7:14pm)
The latest issue of National Geographic addresses something that has become near and dear to me since trenching through the depths of science journalism: the war on science, which seems unending.
Shands therapy horse works her magic, inducted into hall of fame
(02/27/15 1:04am)
A four-legged, hooved UF Health Shands Rehab Hospital volunteer is now in a national hall of fame.
Trophy hunting: Academy Awards showcase year’s best movies
(02/26/15 12:32am)
In the season-long trek from movie screens to center stage, all of the surprises, snubs and shenanigans of the 2015 awards season arrived at the pinnacle of the Hollywood trophy hunt — the Academy Awards. The most prestigious (and longest) ceremony in Hollywood, hosted this year by Neil Patrick Harris, had no shortage of the aforementioned traits — and then some.
Service in the Name of Science
(02/22/15 5:24pm)
When you’re not working on research or schoolwork, why not spend your free time volunteering?
Refusing vaccination for veganism is a civil right
(02/18/15 12:21am)
An Ohio hospital fired a 58-year-old vegan customer service representative for refusing a flu shot in 2010. She sued the hospital for religious discrimination.
PETA discusses marketing methods, use of nudes to attract attention
(02/10/15 1:09am)
Students trying to find out more about animal rights Monday evening got more than they bargained for.
Documentary Oscar short films
(02/04/15 11:22pm)
When it comes time to announce the winner for Best Documentary Short Subject at the 87th Academy Awards, many will probably be busy scrolling through endless live tweets as they await the more prestigious categories. Nevertheless, this year’s shorts deserve notice. Here’s the rundown on the nominated documentary short films.
Animated Oscar shorts
(02/04/15 11:20pm)
From treat-hungry puppies to turning back time on the turntables, this year’s Oscar-nominated animated short films are sure to tug on the heartstrings of voters and viewers alike.
‘The Beast in the Book’ exhibit comes to Smathers Library
(01/29/15 12:14am)
The Hoggetowne Medieval Faire may be ending this weekend, but there is a new outlet for fans of the era.
Helping Hands Pet Rescue looking to expand social media presence
(01/23/15 12:45am)
Helping Hands Pet Rescue got close to 1,000 animals adopted in 2014 and are looking to social media to make 2015 another successful year.
Meyer: He’s just not that into us
(01/20/15 12:02am)
Breaking up is a hard thing to do.
Social progress shown through Golden Globes
(01/13/15 12:29am)
Happy New Year! I hope everyone had an awesome holiday season. It’s great to be back and great to be writing again, although 2015 somehow already feels stressful. The first week of classes was a blur of expensive textbooks and schedule shuffling, but an event this past weekend helped to start my new year off with a bang: the 2015 Golden Globes.
Residents react to Ferguson decision
(11/25/14 2:00am)
Brittany King fiddled with the red bandana around her head anxiously waiting for an announcement out of Ferguson, Missouri.
Study: tropical tree life span linked to animal’s seed dispersal
(11/23/14 11:10pm)
UF researchers have discovered that small mammals are vital to sustaining seed dispersal and the survival of tropical ecosystems.
Abandon girl hate, support girl love
(11/07/14 2:00am)
Raise your hand if you’ve been personally victimized by Regina George. No? OK then, ladies, raise your hand if you’ve ever been personally victimized by any other girl.
Donate blood and get a free pet Saturday at Animal Services
(11/07/14 2:00am)
Donating blood this weekend could help save both people and pets.
Carney cynicism warning unrealistic
(10/30/14 2:00am)
Monday night, a number of UF students, myself included, had the pleasure of hearing former White House press secretary Jay Carney speak at the University Auditorium.
Local farm making mooooves toward dairy production
(10/21/14 2:00am)
In a push for added sustainability, the lush vegetables and bright flowers that grow on the seven farmed acres at Swallowtail Farm in Alachua will be joined by four new mooing members come January.
