Duo surveys University of Florida students to find out what they listen to on campus
(03/26/12 12:14am)
Headphones are almost as common as backpacks on campus, and two UF students decided to listen in.
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Man attempts to rip out another man’s earrings during argument
(03/23/12 1:54am)
A California man was arrested early Thursday morning after police said he kicked down a door and tried to rip out another man’s earrings.
Fifth Avenue Fashion: Meet ‘Miss Vintage,’ Nava Ottenberg
(03/21/12 11:15pm)
As the door opens from the cobblestone streets in downtown Gainesville, a petite woman sweeps the floor as eyeglasses hold back the light brown curls on top of her head. Little red fish on wire dangle from her earlobes, swinging with each motion of the broom.
University of Florida organization dedicates month to Palestine
(03/21/12 12:21am)
For the first time, a UF student organization will dedicate a month to raising awareness about the daily oppression Palestinians face.
Iranian government should not be trusted with power of having nuclear weapons
(03/20/12 11:44pm)
Since 1953, when the U.S. covertly overthrew democratically elected Iranian President Mohammad Mossadegh, relations between the U.S. and Iran can be described as troubling, to say the least.
emma’s revolution brings folk music back to social protest
(03/15/12 12:15am)
Folk music became a generation’s voice of reason during one of the most politically charged eras in American history. Though the genre has since lost its place in today’s mainstream music, it remains a staple among activist communities.
Iranian ‘threat’ to Israel is misrepresented
(03/15/12 12:15am)
On Feb. 23, Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, held a press conference on Iran’s nuclear program. He once again denied allegations by the U.S. and Israel that his country was developing nuclear weapons and declared “holding these arms is a sin as well as useless, harmful and dangerous.”
America should support Israel’s right to self-defense
(03/12/12 11:40pm)
Last week in the White House, President Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed their mutual commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. For the first time, President Obama stated that American policy toward Iran is not “containment” but aims instead to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran altogether.
Israeli journalist’s message frustration, not justification of violence
(03/01/12 12:15am)
Last week, Zoe Beiner wrote a column advising the public to “ignore” Israeli journalist Amira Hass’ lecture on Feb. 13 in the Bob Graham Center for Public Service. Beiner clearly didn’t get Amira Hass’ message to the world and instead decided to write an article filled with historical fallacies and misinterpretations about the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
Israeli defense veteran talks gay rights activism
(02/24/12 12:10am)
Avner Even-Zohar has successfully combined two worlds that rarely mix: military work and gay rights activism. Now he shares his story with college students across the country.
Free Israel trip in high demand
(02/17/12 12:59am)
Daniel Landesberg has been an active member of UF's Jewish community since his freshman year, and he has tried to go to Israel twice.
US should not support armed conflict
(02/15/12 12:15am)
With tension between Israel and Iran so heated that armed conflict seems inevitable, the U.S. military must decide on a plan of action should combat arise, and it must decide soon.
Journalist Amira Hass speaks on Israeli-Palestinian conflict
(02/14/12 12:24am)
Amira Hass looked directly into a video camera and said she believes the world is in danger.
Israeli journalist Amira Hass to discuss coverage of Israeli-Palestinian conflict
(02/13/12 12:15am)
An award-winning Israeli journalist and author will share her experiences covering the Israeli-Palestinian conflict at 6 p.m. Monday at UF's Pugh Hall.
Our History
(01/11/12 12:00am)
The Alligator was founded in 1906 as The University News, which was an independent, student-owned newspaper created to serve the University of Florida when it opened in Gainesville. In 1912, the newspaper became a part of the University of Florida administration, and was renamed the Florida Alligator.
Alumnus pairs with Dave Coulier, ‘90s stars to produce web series
(12/04/11 11:47pm)
A UF alumnus has teamed with "Full House" actor Dave Coulier to create a web series poking fun at '90s celebrities trying to find their way back into the spotlight.
Birthright trip to Israel offers more seats to students
(11/30/11 1:27am)
Michelle Amit wanted to meet new people while on a trip to Israel.
The Paper Trail: Even in down year, UF football boosts local businesses
(11/23/11 12:40am)
At the corner of University Avenue and NW 13th Street, inside the Holiday Inn, on a lime green chair in the lobby, sits Kim Layton, class of ’85. Kim is a former military brat, moved around a lot as a kid, came to UF in part because no one knew her. She stayed in town 13 years.
UF Hillel hosts month of educational events focused on Israel
(11/16/11 1:13am)
UF Hillel has expanded Israel Week into Israel Month this year in hopes of giving students more opportunity to participate.
Hillel hails soldier's freedom
(10/19/11 3:27am)
Songs and cheers could be heard Tuesday night from outside of UF Hillel on University Avenue.
