Opinion
Facebook ads are newest annoyance
Nov. 7, 2007Months ago, I took a vow of abstinence, and I failed. That is, I failed to abstain from my constant use of Facebook.
El Caimán
Opinion
Nye speech overflow setup inadequate
By Ashley Carnifax | Nov. 7, 2007I 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.
News
Soda Shelter
Nov. 7, 2007(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.
Sports
Gators win 10th straight, blank Wildcats in SEC Tournament
Nov. 7, 2007Entering 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.
The Avenue
How do you just 'know'?
By PAIGE USYK | Nov. 7, 2007You 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.
Opinion
Accent Accolades
By the Editorial Board | Nov. 7, 2007First 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.
Opinion
Sport and fitness classes shouldn't be cut
By Amanda Van Laningham | Nov. 7, 2007I 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.
Sports
Gators remember game-sealing Moss block
Nov. 7, 2007Of 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.
Metro
City holds service fair to benefit homeless
By APRIL DUDASH | Nov. 7, 2007Bikes and backpacks scattered Downtown Community Plaza as people gathered around benches, eating meals of chicken and green beans.
News
UF Library hosts 'Alice in Wonderland' event to promote children's literature
By CASEY BROOKE LAWSON | Nov. 7, 2007A smartly dressed white rabbit walked across the Plaza of the Americas and pulled out his gold pocket watch to check the time.
The Avenue
Record studios come with a price
By TRACI ROSENTHAL | Nov. 7, 2007Recording 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.
Metro
Service fair helps homeless
By APRIL DUDASH | Nov. 6, 2007Local homeless organizations are hosting a "Homeless Night Out and Service Fair" on the Downtown Community Plaza tonight.
Opinion
RTS must advertise bus route changes
Nov. 6, 2007Apparently, Regional Transit System has changed a few of its routes for its Later Gator service. I hate to use an oxymoron, but it's a seriously comedic matter.
News
Harvin misses practice
Nov. 6, 2007Wide receiver Percy Harvin, who leads the team in receptions and yards, missed Wednesday's practice with a cold.
Opinion
Much of Grad Student Bill of Rights already in place
By the Editorial Board | Nov. 6, 2007When we first heard about the idea of a Graduate Student Bill of Rights from Gator Party members earlier this semester, we pricked up our ears. They weren't sure at the time what exactly would be included, but they explained that its purpose would be to protect graduate students from being exploited by their departments and to curb the discrimination some students, especially international and female ones, said they have experienced.
Metro
Group meets for local input on water quality
By CHRISTY LAWSON | Nov. 6, 2007Lake Wauburg is known for its scenic views and recreational activities. Now, a group is working to keep it that way.
News
Gonzales to speak at UF later this month
By KIM WILMATH | Nov. 6, 2007Alberto Gonzales, the former U.S. attorney general who resigned earlier this year, will speak at UF on Nov. 19.
News
Seventh-Inning Stretch
Nov. 6, 2007(Jeremiah Stanley / Alligator) UF's baseball club team stretches after practice Tuesday evening on Hume Field. The team is preparing for a game against the University of Central Florida this weekend.
