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METRO | POLITICS

Iowa caucus and the (hopeful) fall of Donald Trump

Jan. 6, 2016

Ever since the announcement of his campaign last summer, Donald Trump has been an unstoppable force in politics. Although most of his speeches are just ramblings about whatever controversial topic he feels like discussing that day, with nary a hint of a coherent policy in sight, many of his supporters like that he “speaks his mind.” Trump has had the privilege of high poll numbers and media attention despite his lack of experience in public service. But Trump’s campaign now faces a challenge that has felled many presidential campaigns in the past: the Iowa caucus.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

LCD Soundsystem reunites, we reflect on its influence

Jan. 6, 2016

We here in the Opinions corner of the Alligator have a profound respect for music. However, our love for the medium is generally not enough to overcome the realities of a daily student newspaper, where the witty commentary and strong emotions of the lone editorial are generally reserved for that day’s top stories, NOT the passions of music obsessives. So it was to our surprise and excitement that the reformation of LCD Soundsystem not only generated headlines but did so in several prominent publications: Hey, if it’s good enough for Time magazine, the L.A. Times and The Guardian, it’s good enough for us.

The main foyer of the new expansion to the Reitz Student Union, seen on Oct. 29, 2015, was designed with UF’s mascot in mind. The railing on all three floors has alligator-shaped holes cut out and the wooden ceiling is patterned to mimic the underbelly of a gator.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Students can access bottom two floors of Reitz Union

By Meryl Kornfield | Jan. 6, 2016

UF students can now access parts of the Reitz Union.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Future U.S. & Middle East exhibit at Harn funded by grants

By Cecilia Mazanec | Jan. 6, 2016

The Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art received two grants for an upcoming exhibit.

NEWS | SFC

Santa Fe Senate elects parliamentarian

By Hunter Williamson | Jan. 6, 2016

Santa Fe College Student Senate elected a new parliamentarian and a club senator onto its elections committee during its first Spring Senate meeting.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Police arrest man with 145 grams of weed

By Martin Vassolo | Jan. 6, 2016

Gainesville Police arrested a Fort Wayne, Indiana, man Tuesday afternoon after police said he drove with 145 grams of marijuana in his trunk.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Committee orders review of tiny-house concept

By Hunter Williamson | Jan. 6, 2016

The Gainesville Community Development Committee inched forward Wednesday with a housing plan to provide smaller, cheaper housing alternatives for the community and its homeless population.

UF coach Mike White talks with guard KeVaughn Allen during Florida’s 77-63 win against Georgia on Jan.2, 2016, in the O’Connell Center.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Gators men's basketball seeking consistency against Volunteers

By IAN COHEN | Jan. 5, 2016

It didn’t seem as if Mike White was asking for much.

UF running back Kelvin Taylor carries the ball during Florida's 41-7 loss to Michigan on Jan. 1, 2016, at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Kelvin Taylor's departure from UF marked by highs and lows

By Luis Torres | Jan. 5, 2016

ORLANDO — Kelvin Taylor’s Florida career had its share of ups-and-downs.

UF defensive lineman Jon Bullard (90) goes for a tackle during Florida's 28-27 win against Tennessee on Sept. 26, 2015, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Jonathan Bullard made last season at UF count

By GRAHAM HACK | Jan. 5, 2016

ORLANDO — Jonathan Bullard’s senior season ended on a subdued note — three tackles, no sacks or tackles for loss and a 41-7 drubbing from Michigan.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF launches new safety app

By Caitlin Ostroff | Jan. 5, 2016

Beginning this semester, students will have a new safety app.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF business master's programs rank nationally

By Katelyn Newberg | Jan. 5, 2016

Four master’s programs at UF’s Hough School of Business ranked among the best in the nation.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Notebook: Linebacker leaves Gators, top recruit commits to UF

By Luis Torres | Jan. 5, 2016

Redshirt junior linebacker Jeremi Powell will not finish his career as a member of the Gators.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF IT launches new e-Learning

By Meryl Kornfield | Jan. 5, 2016

When Holly Raynard accessed e-Learning Monday, an unfamiliar website greeted her.

METRO

Microfiber pollution endangers water

By Meryl Kornfield | Jan. 5, 2016

Although President Obama recently signed a law banning microbeads starting in 2017, environmentalists are still concerned with a smaller, yet bigger, problem: microfibers.

UF men's tennis coach Bryan Shelton reacts during Florida's 9-3 win against William & Mary on Jan. 10, 2015 at the Ring Tennis Complex.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Florida men's tennis eyes elusive conference championship

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Jan. 5, 2016

UF men’s tennis coach Bryan Shelton has had three years to bring some hardware back to Gainesville: a Southeastern Conference title, a deep run in the NCAA Tournament, individual postseason titles.

METRO

Gainesville reacts to Obama's gun reforms

By Martin Vassolo | Jan. 5, 2016

As he addressed the subject of gun violence Tuesday morning, President Obama wiped tears from his eyes.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF reminds students of regulations on drones

By Melissa Gomez | Jan. 5, 2016

When JeanCarlos Asencio got the email about UF’s drone procedures, he wasn’t surprised.

METRO

Local committee to discuss tiny housing

By Hunter Williamson | Jan. 5, 2016

The Gainesville Community Development Committee will meet today to discuss a housing concept and how it may benefit the community and its homeless population.

NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

Professional clothing closet open to students

By Melissa Gomez | Jan. 5, 2016

UF students will be able to borrow professional clothes this semester.

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