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OPINION
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COLUMNS
Homeless crimes relevant to debate
By Ed Braddy | Mar. 31, 2008They say "ignorance is bliss," but I had no idea it was the Alligator's editorial policy. In criticizing my records request for criminal activity involving the homeless in the March 26 editorial, the editors suggest citizens are better served by the absence of information. I know the Alligator's readership consists primarily of young men and women with high cognitive abilities who are sharpening their reasoning skills through rigorous course work. Alligator editorials, by contrast, serve as intellectual "Spring Break."
OPINION
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EDITORIALS
'State colleges' wouldn't help Florida's universities
By the Editorial Board | Mar. 31, 2008As the greater need for access to higher education becomes more apparent, some lawmakers have come up with a seemingly straightforward solution.
SPORTS
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MEN'S BASKETBALL
Newly tight Gators play Minutemen in NIT semifinals
Mar. 31, 2008Maybe Walter Hodge dressed in the dark Friday morning. Or maybe, without even noticing, he found a way to send the strongest message of all.
METRO
Bill may bring bachelor's degrees to community colleges
By DEBORAH SWERDLOW | Mar. 31, 2008Florida's community colleges could begin offering bachelor's degrees under a new proposal with strong legislative support. The proposal would also create a Florida College System to oversee the community colleges, both two-year and four-year institutions.
METRO
Gainesville pollen levels have students sniffling
By NGOZI CHUKU | Mar. 31, 2008Since she returned from her Spring Break in Sarasota, Laura Longobardi has not breathed easy.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF freshmen seek internships, early exposure to professional world
By KATE KENNEDY | Mar. 31, 2008Many UF freshmen have traded in wrinkled campus maps and wide eyes for crisp resumes and interview appointments in efforts to make it to the top of the heap come graduation day.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Israeli professor Eva Etzioni-Halevy speaks at UF on Jewish divisions
Mar. 31, 2008Prominent Israeli college professor and sociologist Eva Etzioni-Halevy lectured to more than 100 students Monday night on the split between religious and secular Jews.
METRO
Truck drivers to protest rising diesel prices
By KATIE GALLAGHER | Mar. 31, 2008As diesel gas prices surpass $4 a gallon, independent truck drivers across the country, united by the Internet and word of mouth, may choose to take a stand today.
OPINION
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Accurate facts are available
By Gregory Jones | Mar. 31, 2008I am writing in response to Friday's letter submitted by Mr. Jianlin Li regarding the Chinese occupation of Tibet. It is a shame to see individuals, such as Mr. Li, not taking advantage of the opportunity to access and review uncensored news and historical publications.
SPORTS
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BASEBALL
Davis sees playing time skyrocket as season wears on
Mar. 31, 2008Until recently, Tony Davis has been the epitome of one-and-done.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Krishna Lunch sees record turnout despite price hikes
By ILEANA MORALES | Mar. 31, 2008Despite the $1 increase for Krishna Lunch this semester, the Hare Krishnas have seen more customers than ever before.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF, unlike FSU, doesn't plan to fine professors for turning grades in late
By KATIE SANDERS | Mar. 31, 2008A $10 fee penalizing Florida State University professors for each grade they turn in past their deadline is not being considered for UF faculty.
AP
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SPORTS
Santana wins first game in Mets uniform against Marlins
Mar. 31, 2008THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
METRO
Locals working to restore historic Cotton Club
By KATIE GALLAGHER | Mar. 30, 2008Though she once lived within sight of southeast Gainesville's Cotton Club, Vivian Filer never went inside.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF senior to appear on 'The Price is Right'
By DEBORAH SWERDLOW | Mar. 30, 2008If it weren't for a hot dog and a forgiving cop, Kristin Lundy might not have been a contestant on "The Price is Right."
SPORTS
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SOFTBALL
No. 3 Gators prove selves by sweeping No. 8 Tigers
Mar. 30, 2008The Gators were on a mission to erase three years of futility with three days of prosperity.
SPORTS
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OTHER SPORTS SWIM AND DIVE
Men finish eighth in national championships
Mar. 30, 2008After the dust cleared in Federal Way, Wash., there were some vague similarities between the conclusion of the men's meet and women's championship meet last week.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Television's 'MythBusters' to visit UF
By ILEANA MORALES | Mar. 30, 2008The Discovery Channel's MythBusters show, which scientifically tests the validity of rumors and urban legends, is coming to UF.
