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Opinion

Gimme sugar: Sugar baby site no worse than OkCupid

Jan. 21, 2014

Call it a millennial thing: Online dating is now, more or less, an acceptable way to meet someone. For college students, it makes sense. Among going to classes, working part-time jobs, balancing extracurriculars and browsing the slim pickings of the Gainesville-nightlife scene, it’s hard to find a mate. Online dating provides an intuitive solution, complete with matrices that calculate who your best matches are based on personality. Plus there’s the added convenience of being able to browse dating options in the comfort of your own home — preferably in a pair of sweatpants.

Opinion

College students: It’s time to start studying for good credit

Jan. 21, 2014

It’s no secret that college graduates are facing an uphill battle these days, unless you have an in-demand major such as accounting, engineering or computer science — in which case, you’re set.

Opinion

Too little civil rights progress

Jan. 21, 2014

This week, we celebrated the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr., the most well-known and important leader of the American civil rights movement. King sought to use the power of nonviolent protest and his unparalleled oratorical skills to promote social and political equality for all Americans, regardless of race, color or economic status.

Opinion

Entrepreneurs in Gainesville prove that idealism earns jobs

Jan. 21, 2014

Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian and Gainesville’s own Grooveshark co-founder Josh Greenberg addressed an auditorium full of UF millennials last week. The talk touched on the Internet, entrepreneurship and failure.

Casey Prather attempts a free throw against South Carolina on Jan. 8 in the O’Connell Center. Prather scored 21 points against Auburn after recovering from a bone bruise in his right knee.

Sports

Prather returns with strong showing off bench

By LANDON WATNICK< | Jan. 20, 2014

Prior to Florida’s 68-61 win at Auburn on Saturday, coach Billy Donovan listed Casey Prather as active but doubted his senior forward would play much.

Seattle cornerback Richard Sherman (25) hits the ball away from San Francisco receiver Michael Crabtree (15) during the NFC Championship game on Sunday in Seattle.

Sports

Sherman OK by me

By LANDON WATNICK< | Jan. 20, 2014

By now, you’ve probably read about or listened to Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman’s controversial postgame comments following his team’s 23-17 win in the NFC Championship over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday night.

Cassie Peoples attempts a three-point shot against Georgia on Sunday in the O’Connell Center. UGA outscored UF by 12 in the second half.

Sports

Rebounds, fouls doom UF against UGA

By GORDON STREISAND< | Jan. 20, 2014

Rebounding and foul trouble are again leading the Gators down a dark path.

By adding three-star prospect Deiondre Porter out of Tampa Jefferson High, coach Will Muschamp now has 22 commits in his 2014 class. The class is currently ranked seventh in the country, according to Rivals.com.

Sports

Former South Florida commit switches to Florida after getting offer

By MORGAN MORIARTY | Jan. 20, 2014

Three-star prospect Deiondre Porter out of Tampa Jefferson High verbally committed to UF on Monday night.

Bridget Sloan performs her floor routine during Florida’s 198.10-196.85 win against Alabama on Feb. 8, 2013, in the O’Connell Center. Sloan won two events against Auburn on Saturday.

News

Gators improve on shaky opening meet against Tigers

By ERICA A. HERNANDEZ | Jan. 20, 2014

Two weeks into the 2014 gymnastics season, the Gators have already begun the uphill battle toward improvement. Florida improved to 2-0 after a road win against Auburn on Friday night, winning 197.075-196.225.

Sports

Former UF coordinator leads Seattle defense to Super Bowl

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Jan. 20, 2014

Dan Quinn has proved to be the 12th man for the Seahawks in his first season as Seattle’s defensive coordinator.

Sports

Gators looking ahead to conference-championship meet

By Logan McGuire | Jan. 20, 2014

With two dual meets remaining this season and the Southeastern Conference Championships a month away for the No. 3 Florida men (6-0, 3-0 SEC) and No. 8 women (4-2, 2-1 SEC), the season’s last head-to-head matchups are being used to gauge how Florida’s swimmers are racing and what final adjustments are needed.

Sports

Freshman making impact on court early in season

By BRITNEE MCCOY< | Jan. 20, 2014

Success is no stranger to Elliott Orkin.

News

Student-produced label Swamp Records to host showcase

By Alina Avalos | Jan. 20, 2014

Swamp Records, the UF student-produced record label, will be hosting a showcase presented by Student Government Productions.

News

Wendy’s to return to Reitz Union food court, replace Burger King

By Beatrice Dupuy | Jan. 20, 2014

This Fall, students will be trading in their Burger King shakes for Frosties as Wendy’s returns to the Reitz Union.

News

UF Online kickstarts Canvas use

By Jade Castro | Jan. 20, 2014

UF Online has opted to begin hosting several of its courses on Canvas, a new course management system, starting this semester.

Shae Rollins, a 19-year-old UF biological engineering freshman, takes a study break with friends in Marston Science Library.

News

Marston study area renovations to begin in May

By Beatrice Dupuy | Jan. 20, 2014

Students aimlessly scanning Library West for a study spot may have a better option next school year: Marston Science Library will offer a renovated study space for more than 600 students.

News

UF professor develops wireless pet heart monitor

By Ariana Figueroa | Jan. 20, 2014

A professor has configured a gadget to help recovering animals rest more soundly.

Merlin, played by 21-year-old UF anthropology senior Ashley Egelie, joins the Doctor and his companion, Clara (not pictured), in the opening number of “Whosical the Musical.”

News

SwampCon Rising brings fans from across US

By Christine Preston | Jan. 20, 2014

Zombies, wookiees and superheroes convened this weekend to celebrate the third annual SwampCon.

News

New safety app launches for UF campus

By Brandon Krumins | Jan. 20, 2014

UF is the first university to implement TapShield, a new application aimed at keeping students safe.

Metro

Gainesville locals volunteer, serve in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

By Julianne Huhn | Jan. 20, 2014

To celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, about 350 volunteers grabbed rakes, blowers, gloves and brushes.