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Wednesday, July 09, 2025

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Veteran, UF grad: continuing to serve nation’s highest-need classrooms

This month marked my second Veterans Day as a veteran of conflict, and I found myself reflecting on this national holiday. I see my uncles and grandfather, who have fought for freedom and opportunity for all Americans in every war since World War II. And I see my students, the unknowing beneficiaries of such sacrifices, growing into the leaders who will carry America into the future — if only they can first master their eighth-grade science concepts.


As I’m getting older, I’m beginning to realize that these family vacations are memories I will always hold near and dear to my heart.
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Freshmen ask, seniors answer: 7 things college freshman should expect during their first trip home

I remember this time during freshman year like none other — classes are wrapping up for Thanksgiving break, and you’re all eagerly waiting for your last class to end so you can go home for the holiday. Chances are, you’ve realized you procrastinated a little too much to realistically catch up. You’re rushing to get through your final assignments (even though your mind is actually on shut-down mode), and you have no idea what to expect when you go home for the first time since college began.



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