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Editorial | Mastering your domain and discipline in the 21st century

Sep. 20, 2015

In "The Contest," one of the most famous episodes of "Seinfeld," the foursome of Jerry, George, Elaine and Kramer wager a contest among one another to see who can refrain from masturbating the longest. The contest hinges on the respective honesty and discipline of each contestant; naturally Kramer is the first to go, having given into temptation after seeing his attractive neighbor (across the street) strut across her apartment naked.

Opinion

GOP needs to brush up on its gender politics

Sep. 20, 2015

Toward the end of the recent Republican debate, candidates were asked which woman they would put on the $10 bill. While moderator Jake Tapper called it a lighthearted question, it actually gave a lot of insight into the problems with the Republican candidates.

Opinion

Despite preconceptions, Sanders’ supporters are a thoughtful bunch

Sep. 20, 2015

Two weeks ago, the downtown bar, The Midnight, hosted a social gathering for the Gainesville Bernie Sanders’ faithful. Being the political adventurer I am, and embracing my status as the sole conservative columnist for the Alligator, I felt compelled to attend. On that Wednesday night, a handful of Bernie Sanders volunteers were ready and willing to entertain any question a politico could ask. I, of course, took them up on it.

Taylor Tomlinson putts during the 2015 SunTrust Gator Invitational at UF's Mark Bostick Golf Course.

Sports

Florida’s women’s golf team to compete in Mercedes-Benz Collegiate Championship

By Matt Brannon | Sep. 20, 2015

After placing fourth in the Fall season’s opening tournament last week, the UF women’s golf team will tee off in the Mercedes-Benz Collegiate Championship today.

Freshman Caeleb Dressel jumps into the pool at the start of the 200-yard breaststroke event during Day 3 of the 2014 Pinch A Penny Invitational

Sports

Florida men’s and women’s swimming and diving wins sixth-straight All Florida Invitational

By Lauren Staff | Sep. 20, 2015

The All Florida Invitational ended on Sunday afternoon at the O’Connell Center’s Natatorium in Gainesville after three days of competition for swimming and diving teams from across the state of Florida.

UF quarterback Will Grier dives into the end zone for a touchdown during Florida's 14-9 win against Kentucky on Sept. 19, 2015, at Commonwealth Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky.

Sports

EXTENDING THE STREAK: Gators stop Wildcats in their tracks to stay undefeated

By GRAHAM HALL | Sep. 19, 2015

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Florida’s offense wasn’t perfect Saturday, but it didn’t need to be.

UF's Becky Greene (right) races to the finish during the Mountain Dew Invitational on Sept. 19, 2015, at the Mark Bostick Golf Course.

Sports

UF women's cross country wins lone home meet of the season; men take second

By Ethan Bauer | Sep. 19, 2015

Saturday’s Mountain Dew Invitational proved to be exciting for both the men and women, with the men losing by the narrowest of margins and the women’s race coming down to a sprint to the finish.

Smoke rises from UF Keys Residential Complex after a fire started in the laundry room Sept. 19, 2015. According to UPD spokesman Maj. Brad Barber, a residential assistant called GFR around 4:30 p.m.

News

Fire breaks out in Keys laundry room

By Ariana Figueroa | Sep. 19, 2015

Gainesville Fire Rescue responded to a fire at UF Keys Residential Complex Saturday.

Sports

Florida’s men’s and women’s swimming teams shine during first day of the Florida Invitational

By Lauren Staff | Sep. 18, 2015

Florida’s men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams kicked off their 2015 season with the first day of the All Florida Invitational in Gainesville. The Gators host five teams: Florida Gulf Coast, Florida State, Miami, Nova Southeastern, and Towson University during the three-day meet. After the first day, the Gators had won 15 of the 17 preliminary races.

Brooke Sharp (11) celebrates with teammates following her goal during Florida's 2-1 win against Georgia on Friday at James G. Pressly Stadium.

Sports

Gators use second half surge to down Ole Miss

By Kyle Brutman | Sep. 18, 2015

After going into halftime with a 1-0 deficit against Ole Miss on Friday, the No. 12 Florida soccer team needed to find a way to rebound.

A water fountain in the east wing of Norman Hall is marked as out of order on Sept.17, 2015. Water in some parts of the building was deemed unsafe to drink.

News

Water fountains in parts of Norman Hall contaminated

By Ansley Pentz | Sep. 17, 2015

The water fountains in Norman Hall’s east wing are temporarily closed.

News

Don’t stress: It may be linked to Alzheimer’s

By Nicole LaReau | Sep. 17, 2015

Students stressed over their next exam have another thing to worry about: It could have a long-term impact on their health.

Steve Kalishman, president of the Sister City Program, talks about how the program can help solve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in his office in Haile Village on Sept. 15, 2015. "We can be a bridge and we can bring about change through relationships--real, lasting relationships," Kalishman said.

News

The journey for peace: Gainesville program strives to bring peace to the Middle East

By Hunter Williamson | Sep. 17, 2015

Inside Steve Kalishman’s office, behind a mirrored door and down a narrow hallway in Haile Village Center, shelves and walls are decorated with ornaments and gifts from Palestine, Israel, Tajikistan and lands beyond.

A pedestrian, left, declines to talk to paid petition circulator Terry Williams, center, while 19-year-old UF biology sophomore Alex Fethiere signs a petition to put the "Rights of Electricity Consumers Regarding Solar Energy Choice" amendment to Forida's constitution on the ballot. Fethiere said he signed the petition because the amendment could help citizens get cleaner energy.

News

UF celebrates Constitution Day

By Madison Schorr | Sep. 17, 2015

UF junior Josephine Strating stood in line on the Plaza of the Americas for a chance to test her U.S. Constitutional knowledge and possibly get a free slice of pizza.

News

Safety programs see an increase during Fall semesters

By Rebecca Moonitz | Sep. 17, 2015

Organizations that teach sexual-assault safety have seen an increase in student registration for their programs in the Fall term rather than in Spring.

News

UF veterinarians seek end to toxic weed horses eat

By Chelsea Stromfeld | Sep. 17, 2015

Horses in Alachua County are in increasing danger all because of a weed.

UF right-side hitter Alex Holston (3) celebrates during Florida's 3-0 win against St. John's on Sept. 17, 2015, in the O'Connell Center.

Sports

Florida volleyball sweeps home opener

By Patrick Pinak | Sep. 17, 2015

Alex Holston was a ball hawk Thursday night.

Metro

Utility bills to change in tier system

By Hunter Williamson | Sep. 17, 2015

City Commissioners approved a new energy payment tier system Thursday night, despite Gainesville residents expressing concern over rising rates.

Metro

Gainesville prepares to celebrate National Elephant Day

By Spencer Harvey | Sep. 17, 2015

This weekend, visitors can appreciate elephants up close and personal.

UF forward Savannah Jordan (right) dribbles the ball during the Gators' 2-1 loss to Texas A&M on Sept. 10, 2015, at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

Sports

Gators still seeking first Southeastern Conference victory

By Kyle Brutman | Sep. 17, 2015

Coming off an up-and-down week, the No. 12 Florida soccer team (5-2, 0-1 Southeastern Conference) will kick off its busy weekend with a conference match against Mississippi (5-1-2, 0-1 SEC) on Friday night at 7 at James G. Pressly Stadium.