Sports
Notebook: GSU celebrates victory against UF
By ADAM PINCUS< | Dec. 2, 2013Florida had a massive helping of humble pie when it lost to Georgia Southern two weeks ago.
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Sports
Gators in the NFL: Haden grabs fourth pick in as many games
By LANDON WATNICK< | Dec. 2, 2013With Week 13 of the NFL season in the books, here are a few former Gators who made the most tangible impact for their respective teams.
News
Changes in economics department worry some
By Jensen Werley | Dec. 2, 2013In the midst of reports that the economics department has stopped accepting students to its Ph.D. program, some people are concerned UF might not be able to sustain its undergraduate economics degree.
Metro
UF student drunkenly head-butts UPD officer
By Kathryn Varn | Dec. 2, 2013A UF student was arrested after University Police reported she drunkenly head-butted and spit at emergency personnel Saturday night near Library West.
Metro
Tick-related diseases on the rise in Florida
By Meagan King | Dec. 2, 2013On the rise for the last 10 years, annually reported tick-related diseases in Florida have become so frequent that the state now ranks in the top 20 states for such diseases.
News
UF wakeboarders finish season on a high note
By Lauren Yockey | Dec. 2, 2013Kenny Nguyen strolled onto the weatherworn dock, a bulky wakeboard under his left arm and a thick lifejacket over his right shoulder.
Metro
Local couple sells sweet business plan at farmers markets
By Melissa Dukes | Dec. 2, 2013As a 10-year-old girl, Gwen Thompson’s role model was Willy Wonka.
News
Candlelight vigil commemorates victims of Typhoon Haiyan
By Alex Harris | Dec. 2, 2013Students gathered for a brief candlelight vigil at about 8:30 p.m. Monday on campus to commemorate those lost and affected by the Philippine Typhoon Haiyan.
Metro
Locals react to ‘Fast and the Furious’ actor Paul Walker’s death
By Elizabeth Boone | Dec. 2, 2013Nicole Santos said she will always remember his perfect eyes. Sophia Gibaldi said he was one of the better actors. Ethan Perry said the whole event was shocking.
Metro
Resident helps ward off cold nights for homeless
By Brooke Austill | Dec. 2, 2013As cooler temperatures set in, Gainesville residents are helping the homeless combat the weather to stay comfortable and healthy.
Opinion
Consider getting involved in civil work
By Peter Levine | Dec. 2, 2013As a rule, we get the government we deserve. Political institutions work well when citizens are engaged: following the news, electing good representatives and pitching in ourselves to address serious national problems like health care and national security. When people are detached, governments generally fail.
Opinion
Guest column: Proposed Student Senate bill is an attack on Palestinian students
Dec. 2, 2013Today, the Student Senate at UF will attempt to pass an anti-BDS bill titled “Resolution Condemning the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions Movement.”
Sports
Taking Over: Freshman embracing large role early in career
By RJ Schaffer | Dec. 2, 2013Alex Holston is having one of the most impressive starts to a career in Florida volleyball history.
Opinion
Twerk it: In defense of Miley
Dec. 2, 2013The general public’s reaction to the New Miley has been like finding a tarantula in the bathtub while somehow also witnessing a horrific train wreck. Fear, disgust, concern and morbid curiosity have all been rolled up into a giant ball of emotion that has fueled media coverage of the star’s transformation, as well as Twitter jokes and YouTube “Wrecking Ball” parodies ad nauseum. Most people view the New Miley as a loathsome, offensive brute; yet they can’t look away.
Sports
Local athletes make big impact at UF
By Kelcee Griffis | Dec. 2, 2013Jaterra Bonds sat on the sidelines, watching her father coach a youth rec-league basketball game. Suddenly, he called her to come onto the court.
Opinion
Bye UF, remember: Journalism isn’t dead
Dec. 2, 2013It’s 4:30 p.m., and I’m sitting alone in the newsroom.
Opinion
Open columnist spots for Spring: Apply today
Dec. 2, 2013Calling all future Dave Barrys, Maureen Dowds, Carl Hiaasens and Thomas Friedmans: The Alligator is accepting applications for Spring 2014 columnists, and we want YOU.
Sports
Gators take on Dolphins in first round of NCAA Tournament
By RJ Schaffer | Dec. 2, 2013For four teams, the road to the national title will run through Gainesville.
News
Three-star recruit Sousa flips from FSU to Florida
By LANDON WATNICK< | Dec. 2, 2013Three-star wide receiver Ryan Sousa flipped his commitment from FSU to Florida on Monday.
