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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

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Jillian Colosimo, Gator Band’s first female drumline captain, poses in front of “Big Boom,” the band’s signature bass drum.
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Breaking barriers with a beat

The University of Florida Fightin’ Gator Marching Band has been keeping time since 1913, making it one of the oldest collegiate marching bands in Florida. Despite existing for over a century, no woman ever held the title of drum captain — until now.


President Trump has issued a travel ban on nineteen countries, some of which are entirely restricted, while a few are only partial.
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New travel ban impacts UF international community

In the midst of ICE raids, student visa revocations and international unease, UF's immigrant community is facing another hostile measure. A travel ban issued on 12 countries by President Donald Trump directly impacts international students and their families.


Construction has begun and is in progress on UF campus on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
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New sports facilities coming to campus

From pickleball’s growing popularity to post-Nationals basketball hype, the University of Florida has seen a growing demand for on-campus recreational sports sites in recent years. The Flavet Outdoor Recreational Complex can meet it.



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