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NEWS
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CAMPUS UF ADMINISTRATION
Dean of Students leaves UF for VP position
Sep. 3, 2008Gene Zdziarski shared some laughs and tears with colleagues and students at his going-away party Wednesday.
SPORTS
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SOCCER
Gators learning how to finish
Sep. 3, 2008Unlike Friday's 1-0 loss to Central Florida, the UF women's soccer team's Saturday morning meeting was filled with goals, the biggest of which was trying to figure out a way to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
OPINION
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COLUMNS
Liberal bias on university campuses not fair to education
By Jimmy Paul | Sep. 3, 2008Liberal bias runs rampant on the Syracuse University campus, even in places you wouldn't expect.
SPORTS
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FOOTBALL
Miami game has big recruiting implications
Sep. 3, 2008When the Gators and Hurricanes meet in The Swamp Saturday, more than just a game will be on the line.
THE AVENUE
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FASHION
Students guide to interview style
By REGINA STUZIN | Sep. 3, 2008Some people may think college is just a holding tank of fun before entering the real world, but it's actually much more than that. It's a time to figure out what we want to do with our lives and see where we want to plant our feet. In order to figure that out, we all have to endure the dreaded interview process.
METRO
Republicans satisfied with national convention's success
Sep. 3, 2008Although the Republican National Convention got off to a stormy start, Gainesville Republicans said the convention has been a hit.
SPORTS
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FOOTBALL
Injured Gators likely to make '08 debut
Sep. 3, 2008It looks like UF will have its full complement of players for Saturday's matchup against Miami.
THE AVENUE
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MOVIES AND TV
"Traitor" betrays audiences' high expectations
By DAVID STUZIN | Sep. 3, 2008In this post-9/11 fantasy world, everyone is split into two sides: freedom fighters and terrorists, with no room for middle ground. Based largely on this premise, "Traitor" comes off as rather unbelievable, and at times almost ridiculous, as it channels Cold War-era nuclear fears brought about by propaganda.
THE AVENUE
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LIFESTYLE
Rise above the influence of the soapy Gillette Man
By DEVIN CULCLASURE | Sep. 3, 2008Two weeks ago, I was watching TV with some buddies when I discovered something disturbing â€" an uncommon occurrence on TV, for sure.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
EPIC promotes ethanol awareness with gas giveaways
By CHRISTINA McGINLEY | Sep. 3, 2008This weekend, UF students will have more to celebrate than just another game day.
NEWS
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CAMPUS
Librarians develop online game to familiarize students with library resources
By TATIANA GONZALEZ | Sep. 3, 2008Learning how to use the library course reserves at UF is now an adventure to save thousands from the deadly Gator Virus.
THE AVENUE
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MOVIES AND TV
"Encounters": Documentary shocks with beauty
By HUNTER SIZEMORE | Sep. 3, 2008"Why is it that a sophisticated animal like a chimpanzee does not utilize inferior creatures? He could straddle a goat and ride off into the sunset," asks "Encounters at the End of the World" director Werner Herzog, who also directed "Grizzly Man" and "Fitzcarraldo."
THE AVENUE
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FOOD
For lovers of books and health food
By SEAN MCCAUGHAN | Sep. 3, 2008Of the many reasons a restaurant may not be a crazy success, often ¾ dare I say most of the time? ¾ the quality of the food is the last. Some of those places are so devoted to the goodness of what they serve that they totally overlook everything else, including promoting themselves. They miss unbridled potential. That is the biggest problem with one of my favorite places in town, The Book Lover's Café.
METRO
Two–month road construction project to increase travel time
By CHANTELLE MARCELLE | Sep. 3, 2008Driving down Archer or Newberry roads will take about 15 to 20 minutes longer thanks to construction beginning next week, said Gina Busscher, Florida Department of Transportation spokeswoman.
SPORTS
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COLUMNS
Offensive line key to running back's success
Sep. 3, 2008When Jeff Demps sneaks through Miami's defensive line, avert your eyes.
OPINION
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EDITORIALS
Small fee packs environmental punch
By The Alligator Editorial Board | Sep. 3, 2008Hopefully, UF will take a big green leap in the right direction today.
