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Research, planning can save bucks on books
By JENNA LANIA | Aug. 17, 2008As a new student, saving money on textbooks can be tough.
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Tired of Gen Eds? Try one of these offbeat courses
By APRIL DUDASH | Aug. 17, 2008UF students taking core classes like biology, calculus or chemistry for their majors can liberate their creative impulses by registering for a course that deviates from the usual Gen Ed suspects.
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Baby Gators, follow the lead of these famous alums
By CHANTELLE MARCELLE | Aug. 17, 2008Students arrive at UF with plans to eventually become successful and maybe even change the world once they earn their degrees.
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UF features more than 750 student organizations
By SARAH HENDERSON | Aug. 17, 2008Thomas Dolce is a busy Gator, but he wasn't always that way.
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Eating on campus not limited to just dining halls
By SARAH KIENY | Aug. 17, 2008If you're ready to break away from your new-found diet of instant noodles and yesterday's pizza, there are plenty of on-campus alternatives, with UF offering choices ranging from sushi to Starbucks.
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Greek life can offer a home away from home
Aug. 17, 2008For freshmen separated from high school pals and living away from home for the first time, it's hard to turn down the chance to make about 100 or so friends almost instantly.
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College transition can also be tough for parents
By CHANTELLE MARCELLE | Aug. 17, 2008It's not uncommon for parents to feel concerned as they watch their precious baby Gators disappear into the Swamp.
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Freshmen have endless options at UF: A letter from UF President Bernie Machen
By Bernie Machen | Aug. 17, 2008Welcome to the University of Florida!
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The ABCs of UF
By KATIE SANDERS | Aug. 17, 2008You may still be settling in, but before the grind (and gridiron glory) of fall starts, take some time to learn the ABCs of being a UF student.
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34th Street Wall is local tradition
By NOEL SANCHEZ | Aug. 17, 2008It's been called an eyesore, a concrete blog and a public diary.
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Stay safe, save money with transportation alternatives
By THOMAS STEWART | Aug. 17, 2008In light of rising gas prices, more students are forced to find means of travel that don't involve getting behind the wheel of a car. Luckily for UF students, there are plenty of ways to get around Gainesville and campus without one.
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OMG, that’s TMI: Exercise discretion on Facebook
By JENNA LANIA | Aug. 17, 2008Laura Lombardo is 2,131 friends richer. She has created 55 photo albums, and so far there are 1,260 photos of her online. She checks Facebook from her Blackberry while she's waiting in line or on the bus to pass the time.
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Meet the university, local leaders who will impact you
Aug. 17, 2008Jumping into a new town, there's a whole slew of new people who make decisions affecting your everyday life.
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An Alligator apology to freshmen
By DEVIN CULCLASURE | Aug. 17, 2008Dear class of 2012: You'll have to excuse us.
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UF memories will last a lifetime: A letter from UF Student Body President Kevin Reilly
By Kevin Reilly | Aug. 17, 2008Welcome to the University of Florida! I may not be the first to congratulate you on your decision to attend UF, but let me tell you how much you will benefit from your time here. As Student Body president for the 2008-2009 academic year, I urge you make the most out of what will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience.
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UF leads the Southeast in Peace Corps volunteers
Aug. 17, 2008At least one top ranking this year can offer the UF administration a little peace of mind.
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Learn, obey local laws to avoid lasting consequences
By ZAHARA ZAHAV | Aug. 15, 2008A night on the town can present great photo opportunities -- as long as those photos aren't mug shots.
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An apology to freshman
By DEVIN CULCLASURE | Aug. 15, 2008Dear class of 2012: You'll have to excuse us.
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Teenage chess master competes, speaks at UF
By VICTORIA WINKLER | Aug. 6, 2008In a normal setting, 20 against one would be unfair.
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New conduct code may clarify UF's stance on drinking
By KATIE SANDERS | Aug. 6, 2008UF officials proposed a rewrite of the Student Conduct Code this week in efforts to clarify UF's stance on drinking, drugs and the future of the Student Honor Court.
