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Opinion
Rush’s vampiring ways are not the issue
Apr. 6, 2014A lot of hoopla was made last week over the revelation that congressional candidate — and UF graduate — Jake Rush participated in various role-playing games, typically starring as a vampire. The story quickly went national, as various political blogs and news outlets wanted to discover more on the vampire who wants to role play as a congressman.
Opinion
We need to pop the virginity stigma
Apr. 6, 2014Last October, a 19-year-old made headlines when he announced he would lose his virginity on stage in front of a crowd as part of a performance art piece.
Opinion
Marijuana rips lives, families apart
Apr. 6, 2014DENVER — In what will go down in history as the biggest national overdose since America died of alcohol poisoning once Prohibition was lifted, the entire state of Colorado has overdosed on marijuana.
Sports
Merritt's two-homer day seals series for Gators
By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Apr. 6, 2014Florida clinched its series against Auburn on Saturday thanks to two Kirsti Merritt home runs.
Sports
Second-fastest collegiate 4x400 set in final day of Florida Relays
By LAWRENCE LAGUNA< | Apr. 6, 2014Dedric Dukes was approaching the end of his 4x400-meter relay leg to hand off the baton to the teams anchor leg Arman Hall.
News
'GUYS THAT WERE REALLY WILLING TO BLEED FOR ONE ANOTHER' — Gators reflect on loss, teamwork
By LANDON WATNICK< | Apr. 5, 2014ARLINGTON, Texas — This Gators team had all the pieces to win the program’s first national title since 2007. It had the depth, experience, chemistry and talent to make that goal a reality.
Sports
Hanhold struggles, Gators crushed against SEC rival
By ADAM PINCUS< | Apr. 4, 2014Florida baseball has to watch out for the Friday night hangover in Game 2 against Kentucky and not the kind that comes with a night out in Lexington, Ky., either. Instead, it’s the one that results from a 17-1 drubbing from No. 22 Kentucky (21-9, 5-5 Southeastern Conference) at Cliff Hagan Stadium.
Sports
Munro's extra-base hits propels Florida to victory
By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Apr. 4, 2014After dropping four straight games, Florida needed someone on the team to step up during its home series opener against Auburn on Friday.
Sports
Dukes leads charge for Gators at home meet
By LAWRENCE LAGUNA< | Apr. 4, 2014Setting up on his block in lane six to begin his final race of the day, Dedric Dukes wasn’t sure what was coming, but he was prepared for it.
Sports
Florida drops doubles point, still wins match
By BRITNEE MCCOY< | Apr. 4, 2014Despite giving up the doubles point against Mississippi State on Friday, Florida’s ranked singles players pulled the weight of its 4-1 victory.
Sports
Gators continue win streak with victory over Bulldogs
By IAN COHEN | Apr. 4, 2014Behind a solid outing in both doubles and singles play, the Gators won their third straight Southeastern Conference match late Friday.
Sports
Video: Gators hold open practice for fans, soak in AT&T Stadium
By LANDON WATNICK< | Apr. 4, 2014Senior center Patric Young holds his release after attempting a rare three-pointer during the Gators' open practice Friday afternoon in AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
News
Swamp of Love: No benefits to 'friends with benefits'
By Alexandra Booth | Apr. 4, 2014Mila Kunis and Natalie Portman can probably give some insight on this topic: the illusive “friends with benefits” relationship. It’s often portrayed in the media, and on a college campus it’s almost commonplace.
News
Previewing the competition: Looking at Florida's opponents in the Final Four
By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Apr. 3, 2014No. 7 seed Connecticut (30-8)
News
They meet again: UF and UConn face off in Final Four matchup
By LANDON WATNICK< | Apr. 3, 2014UConn point guard Shabazz Napier was on a mission.
News
Donovan’s patience pays dividends throughout career
By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Apr. 3, 2014Billy Donovan was not sent from heaven to coach Florida’s basketball team. He is no miracle worker, magic healer or instant fix. On Saturday, he and the No. 1 seeded Gators will appear in their fourth Final Four in 14 seasons, but it took years for Donovan to turn water into wine.
Metro
Congressional hopeful Rush denies wrongdoing, Yoho responds
By Kelcee Griffis | Apr. 3, 2014Despite news reports about his attempts to scrub his online record, Jake Rush’s campaign maintains he did nothing wrong.
News
Universities seek to shield researchers from animal rights activists
By Beatrice Dupuy | Apr. 3, 2014Their fear has caged them into silence. They have done what they can to hide their identities. But oftentimes, it’s not enough to escape the threats and harassment.
Sports
Florida to compete in NCAA Regionals
By ERICA A. HERNANDEZ | Apr. 3, 2014The Gators will be more rested than usual when they compete at the 2014 NCAA University Park Regional on Saturday.
