NEWS
Tebow's Heisman chances gain another edge
Nov. 15, 2007I'm sure this is not the way Tim Tebow wanted to win the Heisman Trophy.
El Caimán
NEWS
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CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION
UF switches to holiday e-cards to save money, paper
By KIM WILMATH | Nov. 15, 2007Although UF's cuddly-as-a-cactus, charming-as-an-eel budget woes threaten to rob students of teachers and advisers, UF administrators just aren't ready to give up seasonal cheer.
SPORTS
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FOOTBALL
Players learn how to deal with injuries
Nov. 15, 2007Maurkice Pouncey may understand more than anyone how much one injury can impact a football team.
METRO
Report blasts Gainesville for restricting meals provided to homeless
By APRIL DUDASH | Nov. 15, 2007Gainesville was added to a list of 22 cities that restrict providing meals to the homeless in a November homeless advocacy report.
OPINION
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Meyer doesn't deserve our attention
By Michael Bosworth | Nov. 15, 2007In response to Thursday's guest column, I challenge Andrew Meyer to keep his mouth shut for once.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF celebrates Gatorade's history
By KIM WILMATH | Nov. 15, 2007Like a lime-green, sticky flagship, Gatorade led UF to research greatness.
SPORTS
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VOLLEYBALL
Gators wave goodbye to heralded senior class
Nov. 15, 2007When the UF volleyball team takes the court Sunday for its last home match of the regular season, the Gators might have a hard time keeping it together.
NEWS
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FEATURES
Homeowners can conserve water, keep lawns green
By STEVEN WEINER | Nov. 15, 2007UF researchers have found that going green to protect the water supply doesn't mean sacrificing a green lawn.
METRO
Temperatures expected to drop below freezing this weekend
By APRIL DUDASH | Nov. 15, 2007Temperatures are expected to fall to or below freezing late tonight into early Saturday morning.
METRO
UF students volunteer to mentor elementary school students
By JACKIE HORSTMANN | Nov. 15, 2007Children at Metcalfe Elementary School giggled with excitement Wednesday when a group of UF students stepped into their cafeteria.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
UF law school bucks national trend with increase in applications
By ILEANA MORALES | Nov. 15, 2007While law schools nationwide are experiencing a decline in applications this year, the number of applications to UF's College of Law is on the rise.
OPINION
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Online SG voting should be an option
By Mark McShera | Nov. 15, 2007During the fall Student Government election, UF students again resoundingly expressed the opinion that the voting system at UF needs an overhaul. When 14 percent of the electorate trudges through the rain to the polls, it is time for a change.
SPORTS
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FOOTBALL
Schnellenberger's legend continues to grow at FAU
Nov. 15, 2007Every time Florida Atlantic quarterback Rusty Smith has a chat with Coach Howard Schnellenberger, he sees them.
NEWS
In The Driver's Seat
Nov. 15, 2007(Amy Ustjanowski / Alligator) Karen Driscoll, a UF occupational therapy graduate student, checks how Nancy Sever's car "fits" her Thursday afternoon. The UF occupational therapy department organized "CarFit" to help adults be sure that their mirrors are adjusted properly and the driver's seat is placed correctly.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Seinfeld to appear at UF in spring
By ILEANA MORALES | Nov. 15, 2007Jerry Seinfeld is coming to UF to make jokes about nothing.
OPINION
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Don't perpetuate stereotypes, Alligator
By Sean Hipworth | Nov. 15, 2007I found myself a little surprised after reading "Overheard in Gainesville" in Thursday's Avenue section. The final quote, by a "sorostitute," would have little apparent humor apart from the girl presumably being in a sorority. Some people might find it funny, but why not throw in hilarious quotes about other people?
NEWS
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FEATURES
UF club pursues fly-fishing out of state
By ILEANA MORALES | Nov. 15, 2007Seven UF students will drive 10 hours today to go fishing.
NEWS
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SFC
Student organizes campus self-defense panel
By KATIE GALLAGHER | Nov. 15, 2007When walking alone at night, stick to well-lit areas. Keep your hands empty. Be aware of your surroundings.
SPORTS
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SFC
Young Saints look to avenge worst loss in two years
Nov. 15, 2007Santa Fe will try to avenge a 75-58 loss at the hands of Indian River Community College when the Saints take the floor Saturday.
