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Patrick Keegan (far left), the University of Florida’s chief labor negotiator, discusses potential changes to the collective bargaining agreement before its signing later this week at the UF Police Department on Monday, July 14, 2025.
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UF gives UFPD $13,000 raise across the board

After months of negotiations, the University of Florida and the University of Florida Police Department agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement. The new contract gives a $13,000 raise across the board for bargaining unit members.


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.



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