The current Accent staff has not been able to reach the bar set by previous Accent staffs. While it has brought notable and interesting speakers, it has not provided accommodating environments for UF students.
(Charles Roop / Alligator Staff) UF painting junior Steph Paula works near the Fine Arts building Wednesday afternoon.
Jay-Z may have left the Brooklyn underworld more than a decade ago to establish himself as one of the most successful figures in the music industry, but that didn't stop him from revisiting his dark past on "American Gangster," his 10th studio album in 12 years. Inspired by the Ridley Scott film of the same name, Jay-Z weaves tales of a young drug dealer over 70s soul beats to mixed, but mostly positive, results.
Since his junior year of high school, UF sophomore Tyler Gums has been planning a way to combat the growing problem of antibiotic resistance.
Avid Gators fans can add a new decorative plate to their collection of automotive accessories while helping UF raise money to cope with budget losses.
After my first viewing of the trailer for "I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry," with its rampant homophobia and the sheer presence of Adam Sandler ("Punch Drunk Love" notwithstanding), I knew it was going to be a film to avoid. When it turned out to be my only viable choice at a movie theater one night, I knew deep within my soul that I was going to hate it and write a scathing review.
Recording and releasing albums is no longer just for bigwigs in the music industry. Gainesville bands are also heading to the studios in order to give fans souvenirs, to get their songs heard and of course, to make some extra money.
Talking to Bob Wootton is almost like communicating with a ghost.
Their relationship has changed many times over.
Maybe during the break after this class
A smartly dressed white rabbit walked across the Plaza of the Americas and pulled out his gold pocket watch to check the time.
Bikes and backpacks scattered Downtown Community Plaza as people gathered around benches, eating meals of chicken and green beans.
Of all the great plays that led to UF's national championship win against No. 1 Ohio State last year, the greatest came two months before that game was even played.
Susan Budovsky, a UF anthropology junior, said she's never gotten tickets to a UF football or basketball game.
I am writing to voice my opinion about cutting back the sports and fitness classes. As a student who has enjoyed taking several sports and fitness classes, I am dismayed that UF no longer finds them necessary.
First Sen. John Kerry came. Then it was Gandhi's grandson. Then Dr. Jack Kevorkian was promised to us. Now we're getting former U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales.
You know what I hate? When people (or more often, movie characters) say, "You just know," when referring to significant others. I even had an older relative once tell me that they just knew "like you know about a good melon." But even that bewilders me - many a time I have cut open a not yet ripe cantaloupe.
Entering the Southeastern Conference tournament, forward Ashlee Elliott said the Gators were seeking to avenge their loss to Kentucky in last year's tournament title game.
(Charles Roop / Alligator Staff) UF nuclear engineering junior Kristin Whitlow helps create a soda-can house during an education drive for Habitat for Humanity on Wednesday.
I am sorry to say my first experience attending an Accent event may be my last. After rushing to the Phillips Center from class, I was told (after only 10 minutes of admitting students) no more tickets were available. Fine. I was too late. No big deal.
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