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From left to right, Sarah Toomey, Carina Swenson, Madison Hendrikse and Kyle Hopwood gather around a table at Marston Science Library to study Monday, Jan. 16, 2023.

NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Marston Library’s return to 24/7 hours may be temporary

By Amanda Friedman | Jan. 30, 2023

UF’s student government announced on Instagram Jan. 13 that Marston Library would reinstate 24-hour services after spring break with funding secured through Provost Joe Glover. However, details of the deal reveal the provost agreed to fund the initiative only for the remainder of the Spring and Fall 2023 semesters for a pilot study that’ll collect data on overnight hour usage to inform future funding decisions.

METRO | K-12 EDUCATION

Advanced Placement African American Studies course sparks controversy

By Lauren Brensel | Jan. 30, 2023

In response to his administration blocking Advanced Placement African American Studies from Florida classrooms, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida “want[s] education, not indoctrination.”

Guard Riley Kugel drives to the basket against the South Carolina Gamecocks Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023. Kugel finished the game with 14 points against South Carolina.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Florida men’s basketball seeks answers on offense after blowout defeat

By Jackson Reyes | Jan. 30, 2023

The Florida Gators (12-9, 5-3 SEC) are currently listed on the bubble in the “Next Four Out” of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament as of Jan. 27, according to ESPN reporter Joe Lunardi.

The Alan J. Robertson Administration building at Santa Fe College is seen Friday, June 18, 2021.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Santa Fe College students weigh in on promise to remove ‘woke ideology’

By Sophia Bailly | Jan. 30, 2023

In compliance with Gov. Ron DeSantis’ aspirations for state education, the Florida College System is evaluating curricula from all 28 state colleges for traces of “woke” ideology.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Details unclear in death of Alachua County Jail inmate

By Aidan Bush | Jan. 30, 2023

In a statement Jan. 26, Alachua County Sheriff Clovis Watson Jr. said Marcus Goodman, 32, died after suffering a “medical emergency.” The Florida Department of Law Enforcement will investigate the cause of death, and the ACSO Office of Professional Standards will also begin an internal investigation.

NEWS | CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION

Outgoing UF Provost Joe Glover leaves 15-year legacy

By Ella Thompson | Jan. 30, 2023

UF announced Friday morning that Joe Glover, the university provost since 2008, will step down from his position at the end of July. Ben Sasse, UF president-elect, will begin a national search for the next provost as he transitions into office in the coming weeks, according to a Friday press release.

NEWS | CAMPUS

ChatGPT: UF community navigates a new frontier

By Sydney Johnson | Jan. 30, 2023

ChatGPT was launched in November by OpenAI, an American software company that specializes in artificial intelligence research. ChatGPT incorporates user feedback, improvisational and conversational skills and the internet’s endless supply of information to craft any desired text with any given prompt. In an interview with the New York Times in mid-January, Provost Joe Glover emphasized ChatGPT isn’t yet explicitly worked into UF policy.

Kanapaha student crosses a sidewalk at the intersection of Tower Road and the entrance of Kanapaha Middle School Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023.

SPANISH

El condado de Alachua evaluará pasos peatonales en las escuelas

By Lauren Brensel and Valentina Sandoval | Jan. 29, 2023

La intersección cerca de Kimball Wiles es el paso peatonal al centro de la investigación del Departamento de Trabajo Público del Condado de Alachua sobre choques en el área. En los últimos cinco años, han habido 13 choques a 200 pies de la esquina — dos de ellos involucraron pasos peatonales o peatones, dijo Thomas Strom, gerente de ingeniería de transportación.

SPANISH

Pérdida de aprendizaje durante la pandemia conduce a dificultad lectora

By Emma Behrmann and Nicole Beltran | Jan. 29, 2023

Dos años después de que la pandemia de COVID-19 obligará a los estudiantes y maestros a aprender a distancia, datos muestran que más estudiantes en Florida tienen dificultades para leer y comprender textos de su nivel debido a lagunas de instrucción.

Florida's Talitha Diggs runs during the third day at the NCAA Indoor Championships on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Randal Tyson Track Center in Fayetteville, Ark. / UAA Communications photo by NCAA Images

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TRACK

Gators track and field exceeds expectations despite tough competition

By Namari Lock | Jan. 28, 2023

Florida was met with intense competition at the Razorback Invitational in Fayetteville, Arkansas, this weekend, coming off the high of its first meet.

Florida forward Colin Castleton takes a jump shot in the Gators' 81-60 victory against the South Carolina Gamecocks Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Florida’s shooting struggles lead No. 5 Kansas State to victory Saturday

By Brandon Hernandez | Jan. 28, 2023

Florida (12-9, 5-3 SEC) lost to No. 5 Kansas State (18-3, 6-2 BIG 12) 64-50 at the Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, Kansas, Saturday.

Florida graduate student Axel Nefve pumps his fist in the Gators' 5-2 loss to the Texas Longhorns Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Gators men’s tennis beats Mississippi State to win ITA Kick-Off Weekend championship

By Eitan Ohana | Jan. 28, 2023

The No. 16 Florida Gators (3-1, 1-0 SEC) defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs (5-1, 0-1 SEC) 4-2 Saturday afternoon.

Florida forward Colin Castleton controls the ball in the Gators' 81-60 victory against the South Carolina Gamecocks Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Gators take on Keyontae Johnson, Wildcats Saturday in the Little Apple

By Brandon Hernandez | Jan. 28, 2023

The Florida Gators (12-8, 5-3 SEC) visit the Little Apple in Manhattan, Kansas, to play the No. 5 Kansas State Wildcats (17-3, 6-2 BIG 12) Saturday at 6 p.m.

Florida freshman Togan Tokac celebrates during the Gators 5-2 loss to the Texas Longhorns Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Gators men’s tennis secures second win of season against USF

By Eitan Ohana | Jan. 27, 2023

The No. 16 Florida Gators (2-1) defeated the USF Bulls (3-4) 4-1 Friday afternoon.

Florida gymnast Trinity Thomas celebrates after her vault routine against the Georgia Bulldogs Friday, Jan. 27, 2023. She earned a 10 on the event to finish her fourth career gym slam.

SPORTS | GYMNASTICS

Trinity Thomas earns gym slam in impressive Florida win against No. 17 Georgia

By Jori Rzepecki | Jan. 27, 2023

The No. 2 Florida Gators (6-0) competed at home against Georgia (5-4) Friday night for the Gators’ alumni night. The Gators finished with a score of 197.900, edging out Georgia, which finished with a score of 196.850.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Inmate dies at Alachua County Jail from ‘medical emergency,’ sheriff announces

By Jack Lemnus | Jan. 27, 2023

An inmate in the custody of the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office was confirmed dead Thursday after being moved from the Alachua County Jail to UF Health Shands Hospital.

Michele Weizer, the division director of pharmacy operations for HCA East Florida, gives an address to the audience of faculty, students and supporters for the UF College of Pharmacy Centennial Kickoff celebration Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF College of Pharmacy celebrates centennial year

By Halima Attah | Jan. 27, 2023

As the oldest college in the UF Health Science Center and a top-five ranked pharmacy college in the U.S., the college held a centennial celebration Thursday to recognize its century-long stay at the university.

METRO | CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Newberry man arrested on suspicion of uploading over a dozen child pornography media

By Aidan Bush | Jan. 27, 2023

A Newberry man was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of possessing nearly 20 child pornography media, court records show.

UF Provost Joseph Glover, Dean of the College of Engineering Cammy Abernathy, UF College of Engineering namesake Herbert Wertheim and UF President Kent Fuchs (left to right) are seen moments after cutting the ribbon at the Herbert Wertheim Laboratory for Engineering Excellence, Wertheim's namesake, on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.

NEWS | CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION

UF provost to step down in July after 15 years of service

By Ella Thompson | Jan. 27, 2023

UF announced Friday morning that Joe Glover, the university provost since 2008, will step down from his position at the end of July.

UF Student Government Accent Speaker Josh Peck addresses a crowd of roughly 800 at the University Auditorium Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Josh Peck speaks at UF before International Holocaust Remembrance Day

By Morgan Liotta | Jan. 26, 2023

The 36-year-old actor and comedian, most notably known for his role in the Nickelodeon sitcom “Drake and Josh,” spoke to a crowd of hundreds Wednesday night at the University Auditorium. Peck’s conversation highlighted his career and experiences with antisemitism, body image issues and mental health.

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