UF Police unsure who broke Weaver Hall door overnight
(08/27/19 9:57pm)
An unknown individual broke the main glass panel door of UF’s Weaver Hall between late Monday night and early Tuesday morning.
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Bolsonaro’s selfishness is destroying the Amazon, but can international cooperation save it?
(08/25/19 9:41pm)
By now, you’ve likely seen it all over the news and your social media feeds, but I’ll give you a quick reminder anyway: the Amazon rainforest is on fire.
‘A beautiful person inside and outside:’ Remembering UF student Caroline Turner
(08/23/19 1:09am)
Caroline Turner took up oil painting at six years old. She painted a rabbit so immaculate, it looked lifelike.
Nicole Byer no longer coming to speak at UF
(08/20/19 11:32pm)
Wednesday night, Nicole Byer was going to spend an evening away from cupcakes and among Gators, or so students thought for about a week.
#Instafamous: UF is the most Instagrammed college in Florida
(08/19/19 2:46am)
Along with the best academics in the state, UF can boast a new top ranking as of Tuesday.
Peter Fonda: The passing of an outspoken celebrity
(08/18/19 11:40pm)
On August 16, 2019, actor Peter Fonda died. A member of a prominent acting family, Fonda is probably best known as a countercultural icon who starred in films like Easy Rider, which is about two motorcyclists traveling through the Southern U.S. However, as my only experience with Fonda is his role in Thomas and the Magic Railroad (likely not Peter Fonda’s proudest moment), I cannot give a proper obituary of the man, nor will I try to. Instead, I would like to focus on his political statements, which brought him a good deal of notoriety in his later years.
Tips for adjusting to Fall semester
(08/12/19 10:31am)
The new Fall semester is upon us. Whether you’ve already been here for Summer or are coming back from break, there are lots of different factors you might need to adjust to, such as a new schedule, a new dorm or apartment or a new bus routes. To help ease the transition, here are some tips to help you transition smoothly to Fall.
Property taxes fund schools, but increase educational inequality
(08/06/19 12:29am)
The Alachua County School Board voted unanimously to increase the school budget and raise property taxes on Thursday. This would bring the county’s total education budget to $423 million.
Disney makes money off remakes, but creativity is tossed aside
(07/30/19 2:24pm)
I first wrote about remakes, reboots and sequels for The Alligator in November of last year. At the time, I addressed Hollywood as a whole and how it can do remakes better. But I have since realized that while almost all of the major studios are guilty of this, Disney’s approach has been… special.
Florida mental health classes are a good idea but can go further
(07/23/19 1:24pm)
Last week, the Florida legislature approved a mandate for mandatory mental health classes in Florida public schools. The law mandates students take at least five hours worth of courses each year from grades six through 12.
We need the right statues to represent Florida’s values
(07/15/19 11:29pm)
Last Wednesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the order that will replace the statue of Confederate General Edmund Kirby Smith in the National Statuary Hall with that of educator Mary McLeod Bethune, an African American educator. This switch is for the better.
Betsy Ross flag should be a symbol of our values not hate
(07/09/19 11:39am)
Nike, Colin Kaepernick, the American flag and slavery combined together to create a lightning rod of controversy last week.
What do the first Democratic presidential debates mean for college students?
(07/06/19 1:49pm)
Young voter turnout increased 16 percent from the 2014 to the 2018 midterm elections. As the U.S. gears up for another major election, candidates discuss issues that matter to a young electorate.
UF expansion plans bring both good ideas and concerns
(07/02/19 12:34am)
UF is planning for a lot of changes in the coming years. Earlier this month, students found out about the $2.2 billion expansion and projects planned by administrators. These include an expanded honors program residential space, a new student healthcare facility and turning Union Road and parts of Newell Drive into pedestrian walkways. Although these changes sound appealing, I have some thoughts on them.
Five highlights of Thursday’s presidential debate
(06/28/19 1:45pm)
The first Democratic presidential debate concluded Thursday night with 10 more candidates taking the Miami stage. Many of the issues discussed were similar to Wednesday night’s, such as gun control, healthcare and immigration. However, hostility was higher on the second night with former Vice President Joe Biden and 2016 presidential candidate Bernie Sanders on stage.
Five highlights of Wednesday’s presidential debate
(06/27/19 12:22pm)
Ten presidential candidates discussed issues such as immigration, healthcare, gun reform, economic policies and climate change in Miami on Wednesday night during the first Democratic presidential debate.
Florida needs to raise the smoking age to 21
(06/18/19 1:08pm)
Most people are familiar with the drinking age, especially for college students. You’re acutely aware it’s illegal to drink an alcoholic beverage if you’re under the age of 21. But Florida also has a smoking age, and it’s currently 18. It’s time to change that and raise the smoking age to 21 as well.
Homophobic attacks show why we need Pride Month
(06/11/19 11:27am)
June is Pride Month, and during this time of celebration and unity, many would be quick to remind us that LGBT people have made great strides in the past decade, with growing public acceptance and legal victories like the legalization of gay marriage nationwide in 2015. But gay people still face threats, from discrimination, stereotypes, and yes, even physical attacks.
UF mumps outbreak reminds students to be on their guard
(06/03/19 11:55pm)
Thought vaccines had wiped out disease and cleared the way for a sickness-free future? Well, mumps came to UF to prove you wrong.
A rebuttal to Bret Stephens and other Millennial critics
(05/28/19 12:41am)
Ah, Millennials.
