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Five UF Theta Tau fraternity brothers have been selected to join a newly formed all-academic team for their scholastic and service-related achievements.

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SG adds open container question to ballot

By Kelcee Griffis | Jan. 21, 2014

Alcohol and sunscreen were topics of discussion at Student Senate on Tuesday night.

Chris Walker (middle) watches from the bench during Florida’s 74-58 win against South Carolina on Jan. 8 in the O’Connell Center. The NCAA has not cleared Walker to play for the Gators.

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Florida still awaiting news of Walker eligibility

By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Jan. 21, 2014

Orlando’s WFTV sports anchor Christian Bruey reported Monday night via his Twitter account (@CBrueyWFTV) that freshman forward Chris Walker, who is awaiting an NCAA waiver to play, would be cleared following Florida’s matchup with Alabama on Thursday night.

Loucheiz Purifoy sacks Georgia’s Aaron Murray (11) for a safety at EverBank Field on Nov. 2, 2013, in Jacksonville. Florida is looking for one of its recruits to replace Purifoy’s production after he left for the NFL Draft.

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Gators planning to extend defensive dominance with top recruits

By MORGAN MORIARTY | Jan. 21, 2014

The true foundation for any elite defense doesn’t start on a collegiate field.

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UF trial: Electronic pulses could straighten teeth

By Nicole Giaquinto | Jan. 21, 2014

The UF College of Dentistry is taking strides in shortening the time it takes for patients to obtain picture-perfect smiles.

Students gather in the Stephen C. O’Connell Center on Tuesday during the nontechnical day of UF’s Career Showcase. The second day of recruiting will feature the Technical Career Showcase — geared toward students looking for work in engineering, biology, computer sciences and other technical backgrounds.

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Career Showcase day 1 focused on nontechnical jobs

By Nick D'Angelo | Jan. 21, 2014

Ties were straightened, resumes were stacked, and comfortable shoes were switched to heels. Gators were prepared for Career Showcase.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.