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Student offices open in the Reitz Union

By Meryl Kornfield | Jan. 31, 2016

Two organizations are moving into the Reitz Union today.

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UF students host Model UN, high school students participate

By Katelyn Newberg | Jan. 31, 2016

High school students from across the state travelled to UF this weekend to debate global issues while acting in two new committees.

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Experience Islamic traditions with appreciation month

By Rebecca White | Jan. 31, 2016

Students can now wear hijabs and get free henna tattoos as part of Islam Appreciation Month.

Diego Hidalgo returns a serve during Florida's 6-1 win over Troy on Jan. 17, 2016, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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UF men's tennis falls to Trojans in second straight loss

By Dylan Dixon | Jan. 30, 2016

After starting off the year with a series of strong performances in doubles play, Florida’s men’s tennis team suffered a setback against Southern California on Saturday that would ultimately cost them their fourth victory of the season.

Caeleb Dressel touches the wall at the end of his leg of the 400 meter freestyle relay during Florida’s meet against Auburn on Jan. 23, 2016, in the O’Connell Center.

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Gators swimming and diving dominate Vols in regular season finale

By Sean Doty | Jan. 30, 2016

There is perhaps no better way for a team to finish the regular season then by prevailing over a conference rival.

UF track and field coach Mike Holloway talks with mid-distance runner Andres Arroyo on the final day of the 2015 Florida Relays on Saturday at the Percy Beard Track.

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UF track & field comes out strong at first day of Razorback Invitational

By Lauren Staff | Jan. 29, 2016

After one day of competition, Florida’s No. 1-ranked men’s team and No. 6-ranked women’s team have nothing to be disappointed with.

UF gymnast Bridget Sloan (right) celebrates with teammate Kennedy Baker after Baker scored a perfect 10.0 on her floor exercise routine during Florida's win against Alabama on Jan. 29, 2016, in the O'Connell Center.

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Florida defeats ‘Bama behind three perfect 10s

By Alejandro López | Jan. 29, 2016

The Gators knew they needed to seize control early.

UF's Carla Batchelor goes for a layup during Florida's 53-45 win against LSU on Jan. 17, 2016, in the O'Connell Center.

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Close Call: Gators edge past Razorbacks in overtime

By Ethan Bauer | Jan. 28, 2016

With 4.2 seconds to play and Florida trailing by two at Arkansas, the Gators inbounded the ball.

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Warrington College starts Human Library

By Cecilia Mazanec | Jan. 28, 2016

Danielle Gertner is excited for the day her Warrington Welcome students will learn from people, not paper.

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Florida track & field faces stiff competition at Razorback Invitational

By Lauren Staff | Jan. 28, 2016

In the first competition of a new season, athletes can either shine or learn what their weaknesses are.

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UF Brazil study abroad trip to monitor Zika virus

By Meryl Kornfield | Jan. 28, 2016

The Center for Latin American Studies is monitoring Zika virus before a new study abroad program occurs in Brazil.

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SCOTUS associate justice speaks to UF law students

By Melissa Gomez | Jan. 28, 2016

A bomb-sniffing dog searched Stephany Ashton’s class Wednesday morning, and she was asked to hand over her cell phone.

UF's Alex McMurtry performs on bars during Florida's win over UCLA on Jan. 15, 2016, in the O'Connell Center.

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Florida gymnastics faces No. 5 ‘Bama at home

By Alejandro López | Jan. 28, 2016

The Florida gymnastics team’s regular-season slate is set to continue tonight at the O’Connell Center as the Gators take on No. 5 Alabama at 6:45 p.m.

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UF Board of Trustees rejects faculty salary increase

By Katelyn Newberg | Jan. 28, 2016

UF’s Board of Trustees voted not to give UF faculty a larger salary increase Thursday.

UF coach Gregg Troy encourages his swimmers during Florida’s meet against Auburn on Jan. 23, 2016, in the O’Connell Center.

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Gators swimming and diving looking to extend winning streak against Vols

By Sean Doty | Jan. 28, 2016

Heading into their final regular-season meet Saturday in Knoxville, Florida’s swimming and diving teams are looking to extend their winning streak over Tennessee for the eighth-straight year.

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UF accounting ranks fourth in 50 best accounting schools

By Alena Poulin | Jan. 28, 2016

A new ranking has UF’s accounting program among the best in the nation.

UF's Anna Danilina returns a ball during Florida's 6-1 win over USF on Jan. 27, 2016, at the Ring Tennis Complex.

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Gators women's tennis earns impressive season-opening win over Bulls

By Jake Dreilinger | Jan. 27, 2016

Coming off an impressive showing in doubles, sophomore Anna Danilina took the court for a singles match for the first time as a Gator.

UF coach Mike White talks to his players during a timeout during Florida’s 95-63 win against Auburn on Jan. 23, 2016, in the O’Connell Center.

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UF offense struggles on road against Vandy

By IAN COHEN | Jan. 27, 2016

Mike White knew his team would have trouble shooting.

UF forward Ronni Williams goes for a layup during Florida's 53-45 win against LSU on Jan. 17, 2016, in the O'Connell Center.

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UF women's basketball ready to face Arkansas

By Ethan Bauer | Jan. 27, 2016

Arkansas’ season has been enigmatic.

Mollie Stevens (17) runs down the field during UF lacrosse's season-opening loss to UNC on Feb. 7, 2015 at Donald R. Dizney Stadium.

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UF lacrosse projected to win Big East

By Kyle Brutman | Jan. 27, 2016

The No. 7 Florida lacrosse team was picked to win its second consecutive Big East title in the 2016 Preseason Coaches’ Poll, announced by the conference Wednesday afternoon.