Red smoke rises above the scoreboard at the Swamp after Gator Growl.
The blurry Century Tower is barely visible in the background at dusk beyond a close-up view of a campus bench.
An elderly man and his grandson stand together on a fall afternoon ready to cheer on the Gators.
These descriptions depict three of the 55 photos on display at PhotoUF, an exhibit on the second floor of the Reitz Union.
A reception was held Friday to commemorate the opening of the exhibit, which began July 10 and will remain on display until Aug. 20.
The photos reflect the perspectives and experiences of UF students and faculty on themes such as iconic local features, Gator pride and students/ experiences abroad.
Jill Keezer, assistant director at the Center for Student Activities and Involvement, organized the exhibit to give students without professional photography experience a chance to display their work in a juried competition.
Keezer issued a call for submissions asking for entries "that capture the spirit and culture of the University of Florida."
More than 200 entries were received, and a jury selected 55 to put on display.
Gina Masi, a former intern at the gallery who was present at the reception, said the selection committee was made up of employees the Reitz Union and Student Affairs.
Vice President of Student Affairs Patricia Telles-Irvin will choose the top three entries to receive a $100 "purchase award" in August, Keezer said. The three photos will go on permanent display in the Office of Student Affairs.
The other entries will remain on display around the Union or other campus areas, Keezer said.
