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(04/07/19 8:20pm)
Plastic is bad for the environment. This has been common knowledge for years. What is controversial, however, is demanding that everyone turn vegan and ditch single-use plastic. People fail to recognize that most of the earth’s pollution stems from major corporations rather than individuals. Also, expecting everyone to stop using straws fails to acknowledge the unintended consequences, which could be catastrophic for certain groups. Certainly, if you’re able to, do what you can to help the environment. Ditch the straws or get reusable ones, ask for paper bags the next time you go grocery shopping and reduce the amount of meat you consume, but don’t expect everyone to do the same. We first must hold corporations accountable for their actions, which affect the environment differently.
(04/03/19 1:01am)
Aries
(03/24/19 9:26pm)
While many of us struggle to watch policymakers continue ignoring the reality and the severity of climate change, we often forget that government offices are not the only spaces where change can take place. It won’t be the politicians who save our planet, it will be individuals who are inspired by the idea of a better future. Unfortunately, while we remain quick to judge the lack of action on the part of our country’s leaders, we fail to recognize the lack of action on our own part.
(03/24/19 9:01pm)
The first column I ever wrote for The Alligator was about the best libraries on campus. For this column, I would like to expand on my list of “Best of…” But rather than comparing the best on-campus libraries, I’m going to discuss off-campus coffee shops. This is my attempt at a reprise.
(02/26/19 10:18pm)
If you live in Florida, and you are not constantly acting in the best interest of the environment: Wake up. We are the first ones going under when it all goes bad. The least we can do is be semi-conscious of the small things we can change to better the environment.
(02/18/19 9:10pm)
Sakshi Gopal Das, a 42-year-old Hare Krishna, prepares masala dosa, an Indian dish served with chutney, Saturday during the Gainesville VegFest at Depot Park. Das works at the Alachua chapter of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. VegFest had over 100 tents and tables set up around the park, and the majority of the food vendors offered vegan and vegetarian dishes to customers.
(02/12/19 10:25pm)
Love is in the air in Gainesville. Met a cutie in your class, on Tinder or out at The Swamp and want to move things forward? Here’s a suggestion: Take them on a date.
(02/07/19 10:12pm)
The first article I ever published for The Independent Florida Alligator was a comedic piece about where to study around campus. One of the places I suggested going to was Plaza of the Americas, and I stand by this statement. It’s still where I eat and study most weekdays. I spend most of my waking hours on Plaza because Krishna Lunch has become a staple in my diet. No, seriously. I eat it all. the. time. And that’s saying something because I am an extraordinarily finicky eater.
(02/06/19 12:22am)
Students made it clear they wanted to “Defund ICE,” as well as have “free aerial yoga” and “more sleeping spaces!” on Turlington Plaza and the Reitz Union North Lawn.
(01/07/19 2:24am)
From American classics to treats served around the world, Gainesville is expanding its food scene while saying goodbye to a bar known for trivia nights. As 2019 begins, find out which restaurants have set up shop, closed their doors or opening soon.
(01/01/19 6:20pm)
From the Florida Gators running up to a bowl game to the saga of the midterm election, here are The Alligator’s most viewed stories of 2018.
(12/02/18 7:56pm)
Leanne Sheffer stood eagerly in a semicircle of about 25 students around a white table holding jars, tin cans and cut up egg cartons.
(11/05/18 9:54pm)
Handmade bamboo straws have made their way from Thailand to the UF International Center.
(11/01/18 8:51pm)
UF Homecoming brings together the city and the university. Here’s how you could celebrate:
(11/01/18 6:42pm)
Just because you’re a vegetarian doesn’t make you better than anyone else. I would know because I’m one of them. We’re not that great.
(10/12/18 8:02pm)
Joseph Glover had a voice that captivated the room.
(10/12/18 11:28am)
“Enhance your God-given beauty” is the tagline for Theo Organics, an organic makeup and skincare company founded by Jenna Theofiledes, a 22-year-old UF advertising senior, who is all about instilling confidence and natural beauty.
(10/12/18 12:11am)
Members of the executive board of UF Students for Justice in Palestine serve vegetarian and vegan food before human rights activist Benjamin Ladraa, 25, addresses attendees. The event, “Walking to Palestine,” had over 50 attendees gather to hear Ladraa's story of walking 3,000 miles from Sweden to Palestine to shed light on human rights violations against Palestinians. It took place at the Civic Media Center Wednesday evening.
(10/12/18 12:11am)
Members of the executive board of UF Students for Justice in Palestine serve vegetarian and vegan food before human rights activist Benjamin Ladraa, 25, addresses attendees. The event, “Walking to Palestine,” had over 50 attendees gather to hear Ladraa's story of walking 3,000 miles from Sweden to Palestine to shed light on human rights violations against Palestinians. It took place at the Civic Media Center Wednesday evening.
(10/11/18 12:24pm)
Cypress & Grove Brewing Co. will be hosting its second annual Oktoberfest from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13.
