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NEWS | CAMPUS

State University System plans alternate Summer commencement ceremonies

By Ariana Aspuru | June 9, 2020

UF will release its plans for graduation this week

This story is a part of an Avenue series called “The Voices of Gainesville” meant to spotlight black-owned businesses, black artists and black musicians in Gainesville.

THE AVENUE

The Voices of Gainesville: UF administrator drumming his way to inclusivity

By Katie Delk | June 8, 2020

Because of his name, Craig said that his identity shows up before he does

FILE - In this Dec. 31, 2006, file photo, New England Patriots wide receiver Reche Caldwell (87) catches a pass for a 62-yard touchdown ahead of Tennessee Titans cornerback Reynaldo Hill in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Nashville, Tenn. Caldwell, the former University of Florida and NFL receiver, was fatally shot Saturday, June 6, 2020, in his hometown. Caldwell's mother, Deborah, did not return phone messages left by The Associated Press on Sunday, but confirmed her son's death to the Tampa Bay Times. (AP Photo/John Russell, File)

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Former Gators and Patriots wide receiver Reche Caldwell killed in Tampa

By River Wells | June 8, 2020

Former UF wideout Donald “Reche” Caldwell was killed in his hometown of Tampa Saturday night.

THE AVENUE

The Voices of Gainesville: Black-owned businesses promote wellness amid chaos

By Lonnie Numa | June 8, 2020

Soul food, sugar scrubs and self-love

Some students think that no longer requiring standardized tests could be helpful even when there isn’t a global pandemic.

METRO | K-12 EDUCATION

UF maintains its standardized testing requirement for college admission

By Natalia Galicza | June 8, 2020

More than 50 other institutions are foregoing SAT and ACT testing requirements for Fall

COVID 19 | UF

Gator Band faces uncertainty with Fall football plans undecided

By Ariana Aspuru | June 8, 2020

Decisions will not be made until mid-June

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Tyree Appleby blazed a path to Gainesville

By Brendan Farrell | June 7, 2020

Tyree Appleby was a standout high school basketball player whom seemingly nobody was interested in.

SPORTS | GYMNASTICS

Former Florida gymnast speaks on racism during tenure

By River Wells | June 7, 2020

A former UF gymnast spoke out about her experiences with racism during her tenure on the UF gymnastics team on Friday.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Florida’s 8 biggest plays of 2019 according to Expected Points Added

By Brendan Farrell | June 6, 2020

The second year of the Dan Mullen era was largely a success. Florida won double-digit games in the regular season for the first time since 2015, defeated its two in-state rivals in the same season for the first time since 2008 and won the Orange Bowl.

Artist Renda Writer painted a mural in honor of Breonna Taylor Friday as part of the Fifth Avenue Wall at Springhill project.

METRO

UF alumnus honors Breonna Taylor in Gainesville mural art project

By Anna Wilder | June 6, 2020

Fifth Avenue Wall at Springhill project started 10 days ago and features a diverse group of muralists

More than one hundred UF Health faculty, staff and students gathered in front of the College of Nursing in remembrance of George Floyd on June 5. “I was honored to be among so many people that attended today’s fight for black lives and I’m honored to be apart of this crowd,” said Dr. Runi Foster, 57, a pulmonologist at the University and the VA Medical Center.

METRO

UF Health Shands Hospital employees kneel in silence for George Floyd

By Kaelyn Cassidy | June 5, 2020

More than 100 health professionals gathered in remembrance of Floyd

Movie-goers wait for the film “The Croods” to begin inside the Priest Theater in High Springs in 2013.

COVID 19 | ALACHUA COUNTY

Bars and movie theaters can now reopen in Alachua County

By Tristan Wood | June 5, 2020

The county is continuing its 50 percent occupancy and face covering requirements

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF faculty fight for paid parental and medical leave

By Nicole Rodriguez | June 5, 2020

They have been negotiating with UF’s Board of Trustees since March 2019

On average, 900 county residents registered for the special needs program.

NATIONAL | NEWS

Alachua County provides shelter for special needs residents during weather emergencies

By Maya Naim | June 5, 2020

People in the shelter will be screened for COVID-19

NEWS | CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION

UF Board of Trustees moves forward with Fall reopening plan

By Nicole Rodriguez | June 5, 2020

The Board unanimously approved UF's Fall reopening plan in a meeting Friday. UF will submit the plan to the Florida Board of Governors by June 12.

An unofficial UF subreddit prompted a discussion about films linked to UF, including, "Scream," "Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez" and more.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Gainesville on the big screen

By Lonnie Numa | June 5, 2020

Students weigh in on why UF’s representation in pop culture matters

THE AVENUE

National Doughnut Day: Guide to Gainesville’s best doughnuts

By Valentina Botero | June 5, 2020

Where to celebrate National Doughnut Day in Gainesville

METRO | K-12 EDUCATION

“There are no eyes on children”: Alachua County responds to expected rising child abuse rates

By Micayla Richardson | June 4, 2020

Resources given by the school district include the Safer, Smarter Kids initiative, meal distribution programs and counseling provided by school staff as well as the Alachua County

NEWS | CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION

UF Board of Trustees moves forward with Fall reopening plan

By Nicole Rodriguez | June 4, 2020

The Board unanimously approved UF's Fall reopening plan in a meeting Friday. UF will submit the plan to the Florida Board of Governors by June 12.

METRO | K-12 EDUCATION

Alachua County residents voice concerns with graduation plans

By Avery Lotz | June 4, 2020

With a long list of requirements, some residents feel that ACPS’ graduation plans didn’t consider underprivileged students