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OPINION  |  COLUMNS

Time is all we really have

Aug. 2, 2017

In our current era, there are many who emphasize the mantra “work hard, play hard.” An idea that has now become so popular that it has produced multiple renditions, has become a meme, has its own song, has books with the same idea and has people talking about the concept day in and day out. The discussion even sparks a conversation from more serious people that working too hard and focusing too much on the “grind” is not a healthy habit for success.

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OPINION  |  EDITORIALS

College is a time to have fun, but also a lot more

Aug. 2, 2017

Well, dear reader, the time has come for us to trade in our novelty pool floats for desk chairs in lecture halls and our beachside loaded Coronas for triple-shot lattes from the Marston Science Library Starbucks. In other words, it’s time for us all to return to reality.

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THE AVENUE  |  MUSIC

The top music of the summer

By Mackenzie Duffy | Aug. 2, 2017

With summer nearing its end, it’s important to reflect on everything it has brought us as we prepare for fall — especially the music. Out of the countless new releases from music’s newcomers and veterans alike, audiences plugged their headphones into great tunes this season. Here are the reigning champions of summer music.

Chris Chiozza takes the final shot of Florida’s 84-83 win against Wisconsin in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament on March 24, 2017, at Madison Square Garden.
SPORTS

Alligator Awards: What was Florida’s best moment of the 2016-17 season?

July 31, 2017

In this edition of the Alligator Awards, we debate which UF sports moment was the best of the 2016-17 season. Sports writers Mari Faiello, Andrew Huang and Morgan McMullen join alligatorSports editors Dylan Dixon and Jake Dreilinger in a roundtable discussion to debate the five nominees. Debates will go in alphabetical order by the writer’s last name.

CeCe Jefferson celebrates a play during Florida's 30-3 win against Iowa at the Outback Bowl on Jan. 2, 2017, at Raymond James Stadium.
SPORTS  |  FOOTBALL

2017 Florida Gators Position Previews: Defensive Line

By Dylan Dixon | July 31, 2017

Less than five weeks remain until Florida kicks off the 2017 regular season against Michigan at AT&T Stadium. The Gators enter this year as back-to-back SEC East champions, notching 13 conference wins under coach Jim McElwain since he took over the program in 2015. As always, UF’s success on the gridiron this fall will largely depend on its roster, a group of players featuring both seasoned veterans and unestablished newcomers. Here is the position preview for players set to play on the defensive line at Florida this year:

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