1 - The Independent Florida Alligator

Though early reports stated that a foster child was removed from a Shands at UF organ transplant waiting list because a stable post-procedure home couldn't be guaranteed, state and ethics professionals said other medical concerns might have influenced the decision.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

New scooter restrictions are misguided

July 9, 2008

UF Transportation and Parking Services has decided to restrict scooter drivers from driving through campus for the safety of pedestrians. This has reduced the amount of scooter parking close to the center of campus.

NEWS

Former UF provost finalist for USC presidency

By KATIE SANDERS | July 8, 2008

Janie Fouke, former UF provost, is a finalist for the presidency of the University of South Carolina.

METRO

Fla. senators push for offshore drilling

By CHRISTOPHER MYERS | July 7, 2008

Some Florida senators, including Alachua County's Sen. Steve Oelrich, are looking to introduce a memorial, which is basically a resolution, suggesting the federal government allow oil drilling in places that are currently off-limits.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Social activism won’t solve all problems

By Paul Anderson | July 7, 2008

In response to Brandon Sack's July 1 column entitled "U.S. could learn much from Argentina," I have just a couple of questions: What happens when social activism goes wrong? If you want to see activism go too far in a Western nation, just look at France.

NEWS

Drilling for Answers: The Potential Impact of Offshore Oil

By Brandon Esposito | July 7, 2008

Finally, the time has arrived for our politicians to consider drilling something other than corporate CEO's. With oil's inexorable ascent, a reexamination of the myths, merits, and minuses of offshore drilling is long overdue.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF to restrict scooters from campus 'auto-free' zone

By KATIE SANDERS | July 7, 2008

The days of students driving their scooters "door-to-door" on campus are coming to a close.

NEWS | CAMPUS

New CLAS dean has high hopes after completing first week on the job

By KATIE SANDERS | July 7, 2008

For Paul D'Anieri, the new dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, spending his first week in meetings is part of the learning process he needs to put CLAS on the academic map -even if it means the punk rock enthusiast feels a little self-conscious when listening to his old Clash records.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Pat Calathes tries to catch on at NBA summer league

July 7, 2008

ORLANDO - Nick isn't the only Calathes brother trying to fight his way onto a team this summer.

NEWS | CAMPUS

New UF dining hall at Hillel offers kosher meal plans

By JOSH FLEET | July 7, 2008

Students will soon have the option of keeping kosher when they sign up for meal plans through UF Gator Dining Services.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Noah happy to play with Rose

July 7, 2008

ORLANDO - Derrick Rose walked out of the locker room, and as he went toward the media room for his interview - all set up for him with a nice, neat podium - a cluster of reporters followed.

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Beasley tops Rose in rookie showdown

July 7, 2008

ORLANDO - It was the game everyone was waiting for. Well, at least as far as summer leagues go.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Hume commuter lot to remain open during renovations

By THOMAS STEWART | July 7, 2008

Renovations to the large commuter parking lot behind Hume Hall began Monday, but most of the lot will remain open for parking while it is being repaved and repainted.

El Caimán