Florida pitcher Elizabeth Hightower signed with Athletes Unlimited to play professional softball June 2. She also chose to take on a coaching role as a graduate assistant at Florida Atlantic University.
Students coming to the swamp for Summer B classes are preparing for the course load that awaits them. To avoid getting bogged down, the Avenue created a weekend itinerary for students looking to balance academics with back-to-school fun.
From city-level government positions to partisan political advocacy organizations to non-partisanship coalitions, there are limitless ways for UF students to dive into political activism and support their local community following the 2023 legislative session.
If your summer classes already have you stressed out, take a look at The Avenue’s list of fun things to do this week. Whether you want something lively or relaxed, we’ve got you covered.
Depending on where a student lives, on or off campus, different transportation options might be less or more ideal based on important perks and drawbacks each option has. Each student can find their own best way to get around campus.
Ellos pueden encontrarse con barreras más complicadas que los estudiantes estadounidenses. Con alrededor de 6000 estudiantes internacionales asistiendo a la UF, la universidad les brinda recursos para que se familiaricen con las diferencias culturales dentro de la educación.
There are many differences between national and international applications, she said. There are less ways to get in contact as an international student. The university provides its about 6,000 international students with resources to aid their enrollment and familiarize themselves with any cultural differences within education.
Beyond joining an expansive alumni network, working at The Alligator is a great opportunity to meet other passionate student journalists and make lifelong friendships.
When visiting local springs, most students miss is the small town located just six miles from the nature spot: High Springs, Florida. With a population of about 6,500 people, High Springs is a small, tight-knit community. The town has a rich history and plenty of activities despite its small size.
With drama rivaling that of U.S. elected officials and a budget bigger than some small cities, UF Student Government can be exciting and intimidating for new students.
From scuba diving in Devil's Den to raising bee colonies, UF students can take advantage of courses that could potentially spark newfound passions.
Joyful Resistance was both a protest and a resistance against the harmful legislation that went into effect July 1. Its goal was to fight against the fear and hardships resulting from new legislation on abortion, education, concealed weapons and LGBTQ issues by providing a place where people can feel safe to have fun and be themselves.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against affirmative action at all colleges and universities in a landmark case June 29.
As incoming Summer B students swarm UF campus, library resources ranging from expansive research databases to free-for-rent technology await them.
As the “Sunshine State,” Florida is no stranger to busy summers. Every year, millions of people come to Florida for its amusement parks and beaches.
A board hand-picked by Gov. Ron DeSantis will take control of Gainesville Regional Utilities within the next few months.
A board hand-picked by Governor Ron DeSantis will take control of Gainesville Regional Utilities within the next month.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against affirmative action at colleges in a landmark case Thursday.
UF Transportation and Parking Services will begin to issue citations on university- and department-owned vehicles that don't follow safety regulations starting July 31.
The Florida Gators (54-17, 20-10 SEC) perished against the Louisiana State Tigers (54-17, 19-10 SEC) 18-4 Monday in game three of the College World Series championship.
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