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When I signed up to study abroad, I knew it would be a learning experience like no other. However, I don't think I could have truly predicted the methods or lessons I would, or still will, encounter while living in a foreign country.

THE AVENUE | SEX

Allure of power confusing

By PAIGE USYK | Mar. 19, 2008

The news media had a field day this past week: New York Gov. Elliot Spitzer was discovered to have spent more than $80,000 on prostitutes.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

More of the same from Snoop

By ADRIAN RUHI | Mar. 19, 2008

Somehow, against the odds of the one-hit-wonder factory that dominates the current hip-hop marketplace, Snoop Dogg has pushed on through to a 16-year career. And while his lazy cohort Dr. Dre has only managed to throw us two albums in as much time, Snoop is still relevant on his ninth opus, "Ego Trippin'."

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

No 'Trouble in Dreams' for Destroyer

By ROBERT HILSON | Mar. 19, 2008

Canada is on a roll. "South Park" cracks are down, hockey attendance is up and their dollar is making ours the new peso.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Pelican DVD shows band's chops, stoic performances

By DAVID LOW | Mar. 5, 2008

When a band decides to release a DVD of its live act, it usually has something to offer for the viewer at home.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Erykah Badu explores space funk on album

By ADRIAN RUHI | Mar. 5, 2008

Erykah Badu has never been one to conform to R&B's norms musically, stylistically or otherwise. It's only appropriate that on her first studio album in three years, "New Amerykah Part One (4th World War)," she manages to find cohesion amidst myriad sounds and influences.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Kaki King changes sound with vocals

By ALLIE CONTI | Mar. 5, 2008

Short, Sapphic songstress Kaki King has entered uncharted territory with her fourth full-length album, "Dreaming of Revenge."

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Malkmus finds gold sound with 'Trash'

By ROBERT HILSON | Mar. 5, 2008

Being single sucks. Just ask Stephen Malkmus.

THE AVENUE | FASHION

Sandal, swimwear tips for the beach

By VANESSA DIMAGGIO | Mar. 5, 2008

Spring Break isn't just about not having classes, going on vacation or getting to relax for one week out of the long spring semester - it's about fashion.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Students get nostalgic with elementary school games

By CAROLYN TILLO | Mar. 5, 2008

Recess has come to UF at last.

THE AVENUE | SEX

Break differs for singles, couples

By PAIGE USYK | Mar. 5, 2008

My previous Spring Breaks have been pretty typical.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Parlor offers personal, kitschy experience

By STEFANIE ROBERTS | Mar. 5, 2008

You won't find any inebriated college students commemorating Spring Break with an indelible memento at Anthem Tattoo Parlor this March.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Overheard in Gainesville

Feb. 27, 2008

Ever accidentally eavesdropped and overheard something so ridiculous you had to laugh and tell all your friends later? Well, share it with the rest of us. Send your overheard quotes to dlow@alligator.org.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Scrawl on the Stall

Feb. 27, 2008

Whether scribbled with a pen, scrawled with a pencil, scratched with a knife or smeared with… well, hopefully nothing is smeared… we've all seen outrageous, funny and sometimes disturbing sayings or messages written on walls that we've wanted to show someone else, but haven't because that would be totally awkward. Right? Well, now you can! If you see something legible written on a wall, a desk or any unusual surface, write 'em down and send them to dlow@alligator.org.

THE AVENUE | FASHION

Vests give smart look to men and women

Feb. 27, 2008

VANESSA DIMAGGIO, Avenue Writer