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Alissa Gary was the Fall 2025 editor-in-chief.

Opinion

Four years at The Alligator, told in diary entries

By Alissa Gary | Dec. 1

To The Alligator: Thanks for giving my college years a purpose. I’m honored to be part of this paper’s legacy.

Sophia Bailly was the Fall 2025 digital managing editor.

Opinion

The most fun I’ve ever had was in The Alligator’s office

By Sophia Bailly | Dec. 1

My time with The Independent Florida Alligator was defined by love and laughter.

Maria Avlonitis was the Fall 2025 university editor.

Opinion

Plans changed, and I reluctantly became the University Desk editor

By Maria Avlonitis | Dec. 1

I swore I wouldn’t come back to The Alligator.

Sydney Johnson was the Fall 2025 multimedia editor.

Opinion

An uninterrupted year at the Alligator

By Sydney Johnson | Dec. 1

For the longest time, I never felt I belonged at The Alligator. Though I spent every Sunday afternoon there, I was terrified of anyone knowing too much — which is ironic when you work with a group of people who want to know everything.

Luke Adragna was the Fall 2025 sports editor.

Opinion

The Alligator isn’t perfect. But it’s home.

By Luke Adragna | Dec. 1

I never thought I’d be writing a goodbye to The Alligator.

Florida Gators edge rusher Tyreak Sapp (94) stands with his daughter after a football game between the Texas Longhorns and the Florida Gators on Saturday, Oct. 4th, 2025, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Tyreak Sapp reflects after his final victory in The Swamp

By Max Bernstein | Dec. 1

Moments after the clock hit zero and before the alma mater was sung, Tyreak Sapp sat in the middle of the Florida Gator head at midfield.

Ole Miss Rebels head coach Lane Kiffin during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, in Oxford, Miss.

Sports

Lane Kiffin accepts job at LSU

By Luke Adragna | Nov. 30

Lane Kiffin has officially accepted the head coaching position at Louisiana State.

Sports

Florida expected to hire David Caldwell as general manager

By Curan Ahern | Nov. 30

The University of Florida is expected to hire former Jacksonville Jaguars general manager David Caldwell as the next general manager of the Gators.

Florida Gators athletics director Scott Stricklin walks off the field after a loss in a football game between the Miami Hurricanes and the Florida Gators on Sept. 20, 2025, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Sports

Everything Florida athletic director Scott Stricklin, Steve Spurrier, Urban Meyer, others said after Jon Sumrall's hiring

By Max Bernstein | Nov. 30

Florida athletic director Scott Stricklin and others released statements regarding the hiring of Jon Sumrall as Florida's next head football coach.

Florida Gators athletics director Scott Stricklin speaks before interim head coach Billy Gonzales at his opening press conference on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Florida hires Jon Sumrall as head football coach

By Max Bernstein | Nov. 30

After a nearly two month search, Florida has its next head football coach: Jon Sumrall.

Opinion

Why in-person classes should remain the standard

By Isabella Cabrera | Nov. 30

In all the movies I’ve seen about college, classes have always seemed so magical. I imagined myself sitting in a lecture hall surrounded by classmates and listening to my professor teach as I took notes.

Opinion

Why you should go get your flu shot

By Lara Caglayan | Nov. 30

The end of Fall semester means the holidays are coming, and flu season is here.

Florida guard Liv McGill (23) takes a shot during a NCAA women's basketball game at the O'Connell Center on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Gators top Georgia Tech capping perfect Cayman Classic run

By Isis Snow | Nov. 29

Despite a slow start, the Gators were able to overcome early struggles and pull away in the second half to secure the win.

Florida running back Jadan Baugh (13) etched himself on an elite list of Gators running backs, joining Errict Rhett and Emmitt Smith as the three underclassman to eclipse 1,000 yards in a season.

Sports

Jadan Baugh's record-setting night powers Gators past Seminoles

By Luke Adragna | Nov. 29

Baugh broke multiple Florida records in the Gators' victory.

Florida Gators running back Jadan Baugh (13) runs with the ball in a NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

Sports

Jadan Baugh becomes first Gator to rush for 1,000 yards in a decade

By Curan Ahern | Nov. 29

Jadan Baugh solidified himself among an impressive history of Florida running backs

The Florida Gators play the Florida State Seminoles at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla., Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.

Sports

Florida vs. Florida State: Live updates

By Max Bernstein | Nov. 29

Follow along for live updates during Florida's rivalry matchup with the Florida State Seminoles.

Me’Arah O’Neal (8) dives for the ball during the first half against the Chicago State Cougars at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.

Sports

Me’Arah O’Neal breaks a career high in win over Memphis at Cayman Islands Classic

By Isis Snow | Nov. 28

Florida women’s basketball advances to 7-1 in the Cayman Islands Classic behind sophomore forward Me’Arah O’Neal’s record-breaking performance against the Memphis Tigers. O’Neal broke her record for most points in a game with 24, beating her previous record of 20 points.

Florida Gators guard Xaivian Lee (1) takes a three pointer during the second half of a NCAA college basketball game against North Florida, Thursday, Nov. 06, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla.

News

Xaivian Lee breaks out of slump in Florida’s win over Providence

By Jeffrey Serber | Nov. 28

Xaivian Lee looked out of rhythm through six games with the Gators.

Florida defensive back Devin Moore leads the Gators with two interceptions and three pass deflections.

Sports

Devin Moore leaves Florida on a high note following turbulent career

By Max Bernstein | Nov. 28

Moore has played in all 11 of UF’s contests this season, standing out as one of the Gators’ top performers regardless of position.

Florida Gators defensive back Trikweze Bridges (7) makes a stop during the second half of the team’s game against the Flordia State Seminoles at Doak S. Campbell Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

Sports

How far the mighty have fallen: Florida State aims to reach bowl eligibility with a win over Florida

By Cole Kruger | Nov. 28

One of college football’s greatest rivalries renews Saturday as Florida State travels to Gainesville to face the Florida Gators in the 69th Sunshine Showdown between the two programs.