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Art is an important part of students’ education

Nov. 13, 2016

There is a topic I could have chosen to write about this week. I don’t know about you, but I’ve read and heard more than enough opinions on the outcome of the presidential election, and I’m not convinced I have anything particularly original to bring to the table. I encourage you to form an opinion and be involved in this topic of discussion. Talk it over with your friends or those who are not your friends. Our most dangerous enemy is apathy.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Dear white people: Here's what your votes taught me about this country

Nov. 13, 2016

I never had a dream wedding built-up in my mind. I didn’t plan the flavor of the frosting on my cake, even though I dreamt about eating everyone else’s food.

Will Muschamp meets with Florida players after South Carolina's 20-7 loss to UF on Nov. 12, 2016, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Notebook: Muschamp loses in return, UF depleted by injuries

By Ethan Bauer | Nov. 12, 2016

As if transferring power to a new president, Jim McElwain met defeated former Florida coach Will Muschamp at midfield and embraced him for about 10 seconds. McElwain said he thanked Muscamp for the defensive players he left behind and complimented what he’s doing at South Carolina. He also gushed over Muschamp’s character.

Austin Appleby runs during Florida's 20-7 win over South Carolina on Nov. 12, 2016, at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Florida offense comes alive, defense stays on track in win over South Carolina

By Ethan Bauer | Nov. 12, 2016

Austin Appleby eyed the edge and held the ball to his running back’s gut. When he saw what he was waiting for — the South Carolina defensive end rushing into the backfield — he ripped the ball out and ran.

UF midfielders Meggie Dougherty Howard (28) and Mayra Pelayo celebrate after Pelayo scores the first goal in Florida's 5-2 win against Iowa State on Aug. 19, 2016, at James G. Pressly Stadium.

SPORTS | SOCCER

Florida shuts out FGCU in first round of NCAA Tournament

By Dylan Dixon | Nov. 12, 2016

Meggie Dougherty Howard raced down the right side of the field and into Florida Gulf Coast’s penalty box as teammate Samantha Chung sent her a through ball from 30 yards away.

Florida forward Devin Robinson fights for a shot against Florida Gulf Coast forward Antravious Simmons during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday Nov. 11, 2016, in Jacksonville, Fla. (Bob Mack/The Florida Times-Union via AP)

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Florida uses second-half surge to win season opener

By Matt Brannon | Nov. 11, 2016

JACKSONVILLE — Florida Gulf Coast flew out of the starting tunnel like a team that felt confident about its chances of beating Florida. And through the start of the second half, the Eagles looked primed to do so, outshooting Florida from the field and from beyond the arc.

Florida guard Kasey Hill drives to the basket as Florida Gulf Coast forward Kevin Mickle defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday Nov. 11, 2016, in Jacksonville, Fla. (Bob Mack/The Florida Times-Union via AP)

SPORTS | MEN'S BASKETBALL

Kasey Hill efficient in Florida’s opening-night win

By Ray Boone | Nov. 11, 2016

JACKSONVILLE — In the midst of a 13-0 run during Friday night’s game between Florida and Florida Gulf Coast, UF point guard Kasey Hill snagged an errant pass from Eagles guard Zach Johnson. With Johnson breathing down his neck, the 6-foot-1 Hill raced down the court for the fast-break opportunity, exploded into the air and jammed it over the defender’s outstretched arms, giving the Gators a 60-50 lead.

Rachael Kramer (right) attempts a block during Florida's 3-0 win over Jacksonville on Sept. 16, 2016, in the Lemerand Center.

SPORTS | VOLLEYBALL

No. 6 Gators use balanced attack to sweep Gamecocks

By Skyler Lebron | Nov. 11, 2016

She did the same thing to start the second set.

UF forward Ronni Williams goes for a layup during Florida's 53-45 win against LSU on Jan. 17, 2016, in the O'Connell Center.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

UF women’s basketball opens season with emphatic win over South Alabama

By Alejandro López | Nov. 11, 2016

JACKSONVILLE — Delicia Washington knew what she needed to do.

Just days removed from the presidential election, hundreds of anti-Donald Trump supporters gathered outside Gainesville's City Hall Thursday evening to speak out against the president-elect.

METRO | POLITICS

‘Only one man’: Hundreds rally outside City Hall against Trump

By Martin Vassolo | Nov. 11, 2016

The crowd grew quickly outside Gainesville’s City Hall on Thursday evening. Just days removed from the presidential election, hundreds of anti-Donald Trump supporters listened on as students, faculty members and community leaders painted an apocalyptic portrait of the billionaire’s impending presidency.

METRO

‘Time to listen': Local veterans reflect war through play

By Martin Vassolo | Nov. 11, 2016

Victor Lopez’s time in Afghanistan still follows him to class.

SPORTS | VOLLEYBALL

Despite tight SEC race, Florida volleyball focused on present

By Ray Boone | Nov. 9, 2016

The No. 6 Florida volleyball team defeated Mississippi State in a clean sweep on Sunday to capture its 12th Southeastern Conference win of the season.