UF canceled symposium on Gaza conflict
(11/04/24 11:10am)
A symposium in support of Palestinian causes was moved off campus one day before it was scheduled to take place.
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Is there a political divide among Gainesville’s men and women?
(11/05/24 11:00am)
Twenty-year-old Allison Wilcox said she has a dirty secret. While she’s never worn a MAGA hat or waved a Trump flag, she’d love to see the former president return to the White House.
Over half of Alachua County voters cast ballots ahead of Election Day
(11/01/24 9:19pm)
As he walked into the Reitz Union Career Connections Center, Cameron Driggers joined the ranks of over six million early voters in Florida.
A Year After Oct. 7
(10/14/24 3:12pm)
A year after Oct. 7, world politics have changed completely. Everyone remembers where they were that morning; many celebrated, but many more cried. Over 1,200 innocent Israelis being killed led to massive vigils, but even bigger protests and rallies. Relationships between countries changed, and relationships between friends changed. The world was never and would never be the same after that October morning.
Jewish student center provides a family away from home
(10/18/24 10:05am)
When Steven Fisher first moved to Gainesville as a wide-eyed freshman, he found it difficult to adjust to the fast-paced college environment.
One year later: Where do UF’s pro-Israel, pro-Palestine communities stand?
(10/07/24 6:08pm)
When a vigil for Israel descended into chaos after students perceived a loud noise as gunshots on Oct. 10, 2023, the only thing on Mordechai Krasnjanski’s mind was to run to safety.
Un año después: ¿Dónde se sitúan las comunidades pro-Israel y pro-Palestina de la UF?
(10/07/24 10:00am)
Cuando una vigilia el 10 de octubre de 2023 para Israel se convirtió en un caos después de que los estudiantes percibieron un fuerte ruido como disparos, lo único que se le pasó por la cabeza a Mordechai Krasnjanski fue correr hacia la seguridad.
The role of education and its necessary securities
(09/17/24 10:05am)
Senate Bill 148 has been deemed necessary in Florida’s public universities. This bill encompasses the required audit for Jewish-related courses. Ray Rodrigues, Florida Chancellor of State Education, says in congruence with Gov. Ron DeSantis’s instruction, there will be a need for an outside committee that reviews each Jewish-related course. While this might seem to have elements of control over free expression in college education, these acts have been made in reaction to antisemitic course material in FIU’s Jewish-related courses. A multiple-choice test question asked, “if Zionist organizations invented terrorism.” This was a terrible sight to witness.
Demands for Gainesville to divest from corporations heat up at City Hall
(09/06/24 1:23pm)
“Destroying shelter is a crime, from Gainesville to Palestine!” activists chanted while beating drums and holding cardboard signs above their heads.
Alachua County divested from all corporations. Pro-Palestinian activists see it as a victory.
(09/04/24 10:00am)
Nearly a year has passed since the escalation of the Israel-Hamas conflict became the subject of a fierce culture war in the U.S. As grassroots advocacy continues sweeping college campuses nationwide, students and administrations have become further embattled.
RNC, DNC disappoint constituents
(09/03/24 10:05am)
Once every four years, the two biggest teams in America put on the biggest shows in the country. Each flexing their accomplishments and wins of the previous years to sell a vision to Americans for their future. These events of showmanship are the Republican National Convention and the Democratic National Convention. From porn stars to presidents, the conventions brought big names in front of the country and gave their best shot at putting their candidate in the most powerful office in the world.
UF courses related to antisemitism under review
(09/01/24 10:00am)
UF courses discussing antisemitism and the history of Israel are under state-mandated review after a Florida International University test question was interpreted as antisemitic.
Cultures in motion: The rhythm of international folk dance in Gainesville
(08/05/24 9:56am)
On Aug. 7, as part of the Rosa B. Williams Center’s weekly recurring events, visitors gathered and immersed themselves in the vibrant rhythm and infectious energy of international folk dancing, where diverse cultures and traditions blend into a joyful tapestry of movement and community.
La abrupta salida de Sasse deja grandes planes inconclusos y el futuro de la UF incierto
(07/22/24 9:57am)
Danaya Wright tenía planes y papeles que escribir. Después de dirigir el Senado de la Facultad de la UF durante el tumultuoso primer año de Ben Sasse al frente de la universidad, ella se habia retrasado en sus obligaciones como profesora de derecho.
Sasse’s abrupt exit leaves big plans unfinished, UF’s future uncertain
(07/22/24 9:55am)
Danaya Wright had plans and papers to write. After chairing the UF Faculty Senate during Ben Sasse’s tumultuous first year at the university’s helm, she was behind on her duties as a law professor.
Undercover Messianic Jewish activist who sought to entrap Muslim professors trespassed from UF campus
(07/01/24 3:53pm)
The undercover Messianic Jewish activist who tried to bait UF Muslim professors into admitting bias against Israel and conservatives has been trespassed from all UF properties for three years by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
UFPD sergeant facing suspension for racist comments, nepotism
(07/01/24 9:57am)
A UF Police Department sergeant is facing a three-day suspension after an internal investigation found he repeatedly made racist and antisemitic comments to coworkers and attempted to influence official application processes to help his superior’s son get a job.
UF Faculty Senate holds special meeting to approve Hamilton Center degrees, discuss post-tenure review
(06/23/24 12:57pm)
The UF Faculty Senate held its first-ever summer meeting Friday over Zoom to vote on approval of two degree proposals for the Hamilton Center, the university's state-mandated civic center which has been fast-tracked to become a college by 2025.
UFPD seeks trespass order for undercover activist who targeted UF Muslim professors
(06/23/24 12:46pm)
The UF Police Department is still working to trespass an undercover Messianic Jewish activist who sought to bait Muslim UF professors into admitting bias against Israel and conservatives, despite a previous case report declaring the man was “not considered a threat” and wouldn’t be trespassed.
UF, Gainesville police end investigations into undercover Messianic Jewish activist who sought to entrap Muslim professors
(06/21/24 4:48pm)
An undercover Messianic Jewish activist who sought to bait Muslim UF professors into admitting bias against Israel and conservatives has not yet been trespassed from campus and is “not considered a threat” by the UF Police Department.
