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UF’s trend of ACL tears continues

Nov. 7, 2012

The bump Viktorija Dimaite took in Saturday’s practice may have seemed ordinary to the untrained eye.

Patric Young pulls down a rebound during Florida’s 101-71 exhibition win against Nebraska-Kearney on Thursday in the O’Connell Center.

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Gators focused on fixing rebounding

By LANDON WATNICK | Nov. 7, 2012

After Florida’s exhibition rout of Nebraska-Kearney on Nov. 1, coach Billy Donovan expressed concern about his team’s rebounding.

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Senate accepts blackface resolution

By Samantha Shavell | Nov. 6, 2012

At its meeting Tuesday night, UF’s Student Senate approved a resolution in response to the Oct. 24 blackface incident when two Beta Theta Pi brothers painted their bodies black at an off-campus social.

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Hope and Change - How Obama won our hearts

Nov. 6, 2012

Twas November the seventh, day after elections, America was represented, all of the sections!

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The day after the election with Obama

Nov. 6, 2012

As I started to write this column on Election Day, polls were open and votes were coming in. By the time this is printed, very early Tuesday morning, we will most likely know who will be inaugurated in January as president of the United States.

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Homecoming is an annual holiday for students, staff

Nov. 6, 2012

Have you ever heard the phrase “Let the Gator Growl?” How about “the largest student-run pep rally in the nation?”

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Study to focus on affect of microorganisms on stress

By Caitlin Raddatz | Nov. 6, 2012

The UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition will start a study today to determine if taking probiotics — microorganisms that help the body — has a positive impact on students experiencing academic stress.

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SAE fraternity house lion gets replacement

By Kathryn Varn | Nov. 6, 2012

According to SAE President Nathan Kenney, the fraternity will replace Leo the lion statue. Leo has been outside the house for about 20 years.

A cyclist cruises down Southeast Second Street on Wednesday night. Univeristy Police officers can fine students $104 to $154 for failing to have lights while riding between sunset and sunrise.

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UPD urges students to use bike lights

By Rachel Kurland | Nov. 6, 2012

In light of the recent time change, the University Police Department urges UF students to use bicycle lights for safety.

Coach Billy Donovan signals to his team during Florida’s 101-71 exhibition win against Nebraska-Kearney on Nov. 1 in the O’Connell Center.

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Junior forward Casey Prather to miss opener following second concussion

By LANDON WATNICK | Nov. 6, 2012

After a concussion knocked Casey Prather out of UF’s scrimmage against Rollins on Oct. 27, he suffered another concussion on Monday.

Wideout Frankie Hammond Jr. hauls in a 43-yard touchdown during UF’s 14-7 win against Missouri on Saturday. The play was called back due to a holding call on Jon Halapio.

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Column: Gators should air it out

By JOSH JURNOVOY | Nov. 6, 2012

Will Muschamp is not changing anything.

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Celebrate your right: It’s Election Day!

Nov. 5, 2012

You registered. You stood in line. You took part in one of the most important occasions our nation will ever practice.

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UF employees donate more money to Democratic causes

By Kathryn Varn | Nov. 5, 2012

Donors listing UF as their employer contributed about $142,000 to political candidates and groups during the 2012 election cycle, according to data on www.OpenSecrets.org, a money-tracking website launched by the Center for Responsive Politics.

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International students speak up with language volunteers

By Sujie Wue | Nov. 5, 2012

UF students have the chance to meet, help and often befriend international students without ever leaving Gainesville.

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UF ranks inside top 100 smartest schools

By Cara Chiaramonte | Nov. 5, 2012

UF is the 98th smartest school in the country, according to a study released Thursday.

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System helps with memory problems for UF researchers

By Amelia Butler | Nov. 5, 2012

GatorCloud is about to drench UF’s campus with data.

Freshman guard Chandler Cooper poses at Florida’s media day on Oct. 10. Cooper is one of eight newcomers having to adjust to UF’s process of scouting and game preparation.

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Newcomers adjusting to Gators’ scouting, preparation methods

Nov. 5, 2012

Between the largest freshman class in the 39-year history of the program and junior transfer Vicky McIntyre, the Gators have had a busy offseason meshing new talents and personalities.

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The ballad of the rabid sports fan

Nov. 4, 2012

Last Saturday night I sent a text to my brother that read, “My heart is beyond broken.”

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No matter what, never forget the good in people

Nov. 4, 2012

Many people speak of the moments that will impact the rest of your life. After these said moments happen, the way you think, the way you react and the way you see other people will all change.

Omarius Hines runs by two Missouri defenders en route to a 36-yard touchdown in UF’s 14-7 win on Saturday in The Swamp.

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Column: UF needs bold changes on offense

By JOE MORGAN | Nov. 4, 2012

Forget a one-dimensional offense. Florida is a one-dimensional football team.