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NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

Chicago exhibition shows UF student's art

By Catherine Dickson | Jan. 19, 2016

A UF graduate assistant’s art is on display in Chicago.

METRO

Forum on Islamophobia to combat intolerance, ignorance

By Diana Illingworth | Jan. 19, 2016

Community leaders will gather Wednesday evening for Welcoming Diversity: A Community Action Forum against Islamophobia and Intolerance.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Column: In remembrance of Alan Rickman

Jan. 19, 2016

I was devastated after logging onto Twitter on Thursday morning to discover what many were already talking about: Actor Alan Rickman passed away at 69 after suffering from a bout with cancer.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Column: English accents and the importance of /r/ sounds

Jan. 19, 2016

In the 10 minutes I could bear to watch Sunday’s Democratic debate, I was struck by Bernie Sanders’ speech – namely, his accent. Apart from his distinct pronunciation of a few vowels and his intonational and rhythmic patterns typical to New York English, Sanders’ speech mostly perked up my ears because of one feature: its lack of the sound /r/.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

Editorial: Tragedy in Flint shows government at its worst

Jan. 19, 2016

The effects of the health crisis currently unfolding in Flint, Michigan, will be felt for years to come. This is not a bold, overly negative prognosis: It is a tragic reality reinforced by science — or, rather, the lack thereof.

NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT GOVERNMENT

SG discusses scooter safety, commission appointments at Senate meeting

By Melissa Gomez | Jan. 19, 2016

UF’s Student Government discussed scooter safety and commission appointments at Tuesday night’s Senate meeting.

Originally built as P. K. Yonge K-12 Laboratory School in 1932, Norman Hall currently houses the UF College of Education.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF students continue to lobby for Norman Hall funds

By Melissa Gomez | Jan. 19, 2016

UF students and administrators aren’t giving up on efforts to save Norman Hall.

The new Chemistry/Chemical Biology building, located on the corner of West University Avenue and Buckman Drive, in January. The building has been under construction for more than two years.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Chem building halfway done

By Melissa Gomez | Jan. 19, 2016

UF is now more than halfway done constructing the new Chemistry/Chemical Biology building.

NEWS

The Thing You Should Learn About Payday Loans in the UK

Jan. 19, 2016

Well, in the event you are employed and if you're residing in the united kingdom, there is not a reason you can not apply for one. The short-term load will be paid until payday, that is the inspiration for its name on the initial area. But do you realize it became so popular that it propagate to the united kingdom marketplace and that such a credit initially began in the United States. But enough of the trivia and let us continue with more info about what such a credit is really all about.

NEWS

A Brief Look at Payday Loans UK

Jan. 19, 2016

A payday loan is a short term and unsecured loan issued on the grounds of the consumer having payroll and employment records.

NEWS

The best way to Start a Blog and Never Quit Doing It

Jan. 19, 2016

Advancements in technology, particularly the birth of the internet, hugely contributed to the method of sharing info. Now more than ever, expressing your ideas, feelings, reactions, and opinions about various problems is difficult but supported as well considering that it is the fuel that drives the social media. Some of the popular medium to let your voice be heard and to get across your message is by blogging. You essentially possess the opportunity to share anything you want to a much wider audience by posting a blog; there is no hard and fast rule on how to start a blog nor is there any qualification essential to create one.

NEWS

The Basics of How to Play Online Blackjack

Jan. 19, 2016

Its directly out of a Hollywood movie, you see a table of guys with cigars in a serious game of cards. What could they be playing that requires attention and much focus? Of course, they are playing Blackjack. And there is no other game on earth that they'd rather be playing .Some guys can go at it for days at a time, while there are those that have spent their lives attempting to master the skill of Blackjack.

NEWS

Online Casino for Newbie Players

Jan. 19, 2016

For the neophyte at heart, online casino gambling could be a brand new world to conquer for them. It may seem intimidating at first but the truth is that if you're able to comprehend a little bit about it, it is not as daunting as it looks. For those people who are just starting out, betting online has two different ways wherein the participants can play in.

NEWS

Ensured Enjoyment With Complete Travel Insurance

Jan. 19, 2016

Not lots of people understand that looking for the right travel insurance is just as significant as looking for the right destination. In reality, some give no relevance to it at all. Oftentimes, planning stages focus on the excitement and delight that anticipate their next stop, they overlook the imminent dangers. Fun loving people look forward to creating joyful memories in and day out of the entire trip's duration they forget to take health into consideration.

UF coach Mike White celebrates after a play during Florida’s 77-63 win against Georgia on Jan.2, 2016, in the O’Connell Center.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Mike White, Florida not shying away from NCAA Tourney hopes

By IAN COHEN | Jan. 18, 2016

After finalizing Florida’s win in Oxford, Mississippi, a place where Mike White ranks as Ole Miss’ No. 8 all-time leader in assists, UF’s coach climbed into the team bus.