UF students to honor Malcolm X during MLK celebration
(01/11/17 11:23pm)
During UF’s nine events centered around Martin Luther King Jr. Day this month, students will honor Malcolm X for the first time.
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GPD: 16-year-old stalked for months after school
(01/11/17 10:53pm)
A Gainesville man was arrested Tuesday after admitting to stalking a 16-year-old for months, Gainesville Police said.
Citizenship classes expects to see surge in Trump era
(01/10/17 10:45pm)
In the wake of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, one in which immigration reform was a key platform pitch, Gainesville citizenship classes are expected to see a spike in enrollment.
Nothing in life is certain but death — and ever-inflating textbook prices
(01/05/17 11:15pm)
Like every great work of academic literature, I’ll begin with the superfluous introduction to what lies ahead.
Pulitzer winner to visit GNV
(01/05/17 10:24pm)
A Pulitzer Prize-winning author is reading at the Alachua County Headquarters library Sunday.
Alachua County offers first free Arabic language classes
(01/04/17 11:18pm)
To foster an understanding among cultures, the Alachua County Library District is offering Arabic language classes starting Wednesday.
‘Lights, Camera, Cuba!’ art exhibit to open, celebrate Cuban culture, history
(01/04/17 10:00pm)
The University Gallery will open a new exhibit tonight called, “Lights, Camera, Cuba!” that will be open for the public until Feb. 10. The networking reception will be held today from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
UF Housing to improve Wi-Fi in residence halls
(01/04/17 12:31am)
When Alcino Donadel does homework in his room at Beaty Towers, he worries about the Wi-Fi connection faltering.
Health Science Center Library second floor open 24/7 for finals week
(12/05/16 11:33pm)
The second floor of the UF Health Science Center Library is now open 24/7 to help students get ready for finals.
UF organizations hosting events to prep students for finals week
(12/05/16 12:12am)
On-campus organizations at UF are getting ready to help students get through finals week.
Darts & Laurels: December 2, 2016
(12/01/16 10:09pm)
You’re sitting in the doctor’s office, waiting with anticipation for Dr. Pepper to come in to treat you. After what feels like an eternity, he finally knocks on the door and lets himself in. “So, you’ve been cut in half. Vertically. How you were even able to do anything apart from bleed out on the floor, let alone get up, schedule a doctor’s appointment and attend this appointment, is nothing short of a miracle. Frankly, everything I know about medicine has been undermined by your survival.” You stare blankly at him, then despite your larynx literally being severed in half, manage to shout out “God damn it Doc, speak English! How much time do I have left to live?” Shocked you’re even able to reply, he stutters, “A few minutes, I think? Once again, you’ve literally been split down the middle.” “Oh thank God,” you mutter, spitting blood everywhere. “Just enough time to read the only thing worth living for,
Local hopes to publish novel
(11/30/16 10:39pm)
It took Derek Cummings 30 days to create a dystopian world.
A guide to Gainesville’s best hidden study spots for finals
(11/30/16 8:42pm)
With finals right around the corner, study hotspots on campus quickly overflow with stressed-out students and red coffee cups. This exam season, skip waiting in line at the Marston Science Library Starbucks or wandering through Library West for a place to settle. Instead, check out some of Gainesville’s most aesthetically pleasing cafes for quality coffee and a fun study experience.
Student Senate, City Commission reschedule joint meeting
(11/29/16 11:34pm)
The Gainesville City Commission notified Student Senate on Tuesday morning that it could not attend the semester’s only joint meeting that night.
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(11/29/16 11:16pm)
University Police Capt. Jeff Holcomb addresses Student Senate on Tuesday night about safety during finals week. He said crime usually increases around the libraries during the end of the semester, when more students are studying and leaving their belongings unattended.
Alachua County announces author speaker series lineup
(11/28/16 11:08pm)
In an effort to bridge the gap between author and reader, the Alachua County Library District will host a series of author appearances beginning in January.
Locals hold multiple anti-Trump protests
(11/18/16 12:44am)
Jeremiah Tattersall pointed to Gainesville’s anti-discrimination plaque inside City Hall on Thursday.
UF student uses Norman Tunnel for artistic expression
(11/16/16 9:58pm)
To some people, slapping paint on a dirty wall in a shadowy tunnel holds as much significance as hanging a canvas in a pristine gallery, as long as someone sees it.
Ye godless children of Florida
(11/14/16 10:05pm)
As an educational institution, UF pursues justified, true beliefs. We strive to get as close to the truth as possible. To do this, we employ a healthy dose of rational skepticism; we critically analyze all claims, and every theory must contain an element of falsifiability.
Art is an important part of students’ education
(11/13/16 10:27pm)
There is a topic I could have chosen to write about this week. I don’t know about you, but I’ve read and heard more than enough opinions on the outcome of the presidential election, and I’m not convinced I have anything particularly original to bring to the table. I encourage you to form an opinion and be involved in this topic of discussion. Talk it over with your friends or those who are not your friends. Our most dangerous enemy is apathy.
