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Political engagement among young people has fractured into two exhausting extremes, both of which push students toward disengagement. What once felt urgent now feels overwhelming as constant political messaging and social pressure leave many young people emotionally depleted.
The Gainesville chapter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation organized a protest in front of Bo Diddley Plaza Sunday morning — a demonstration in response to the killing of U.S. citizen Alex Pretti by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Minnesota on Saturday.
UF students walk in between the fine arts buildings in Gainesville, Fla., Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to reflect the correct spelling of Rebecca Putman's name.
From 11 a.m to 1:30 p.m on weekdays, the smell and warmth of Krishna Lunch has become a staple on the Plaza of the Americas. Krishna has become ingrained in UF culture, and recently, the organization sought to step up its game.
After a flood of student complaints, Marston Science Library is bringing back 24-hour access to the facility, five days a week.
UF Student Government pushed back passing three new bills originally brought forth last Fall at the first meeting of the Spring semester Tuesday night.
As the lights dimmed in the Hippodrome State Theatre, bringing the noise of the crowd to a sudden, hushed silence, author Ray Bradbury’s words blazed across the screen — a quote from his book, “Fahrenheit 451.”
Students return to campus and enjoy 24/5 access to Marston Science Library, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026.
Welcome (back) to the Spring semester in Gainesville! The most important thing I hope you’ll take away from this column is that I’m glad you’re here. No matter who you are, no matter where you come from, no matter the hue of your skin or the accent of your voice, no matter whose hand you hold or the clothes you wear, no matter how (or if) you vote, I’m glad you’ve chosen to be a part of Florida’s cultural capital.
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Students are seen entering and exiting Marston Science Library on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025.
The end of Fall semester means the holidays are coming, and flu season is here.
The Smathers Centennial 5K race brought students, faculty and community members together Sunday morning, turning UF’s walkways into a moving tribute to 100 years of Smathers Library history.
Sierra Joy padded softly across the carpet of the children’s area of the Millhopper Branch Library, her three legs barely slowing her down.
Dennis Pollard and his dog at the Read with a Dog program at Alachua County Millhopper Branch Library on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2025.
Colleen Tobin and Eddie at the Read with a Dog program at Alachua County Millhopper Branch Library on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2025.
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You’ve probably heard or said, “I like UF, but there’s not a lot to do in Gainesville.” Well, just because you haven’t done anything in Gainesville doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do.
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