News

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Open campus should allow gun carry

By Sawyer Zent | Feb. 9, 2011

The right to carry arms generally should not be infringed, except in limited places deemed sensitive. Florida defines these “places of nuisance” as airport terminals, courthouses, prisons and some government buildings. These places inevitably are protected by metal detectors and security guards due to their sensitive nature. Under these circumstances, a common citizen could be expected to accept a temporary forfeit of his rights knowing that, in return, these sanctuaries provide reasonable measures against danger.

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Carrying a firearm unnecessary at UF

By Conor Munro | Feb. 9, 2011

Just one month before Mike Lewis and J.T. Helm decided to write their pro-gun pieces in Wednesday’s Alligator, 21-year-old FSU student Ashley Cowie was shot fatally in the chest. The shooter had been drinking earlier in the day and was showing off his rifle. Is that the kind of responsible gun use Lewis and Helm want to bring to our campus?

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UF theater group to perform this week

By THOMAS NASSIFF< | Feb. 9, 2011

Student life can be hectic, with most students taking on heavy course loads, internships, part-time jobs or other commitments. But one local theater group wants students to take a break, relax and "schedule some funny."

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NEWS  |  CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

Flavet bandshell safety changes almost done

By Samantha Dean | Feb. 9, 2011

Safety requirements that have been mandated upon Student Government Productions for Flavet Field are currently underway.

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Senate passes resolution against guns on campus

By Hannah Winston | Feb. 8, 2011

It wasn’t a scene from a western shootout, but Tuesday’s Student Senate meeting was full of heated debate.

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Scott cuts education budget $3.3 billion

By Morgan Watkins | Feb. 8, 2011

Rick Scott’s budget proposal has only been available to the public for three days, but it’s already caused some state legislators’ blood pressure to rise and Florida residents’ jaws to drop.

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Applicants await UF acceptance notices

By Alexander Klausner | Feb. 8, 2011

According to UF spokesman Steve Orlando, an estimated 11,000 out of 26,500 high school applicants across the country will find out Friday that they are Gators.

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Legislature may consider fines for texting while driving

By Kaitlyn Robbins | Feb. 8, 2011

At least three Florida representatives have filed for distracted driving legislation to be considered in the 2011 legislative session. If passed, most of these new bills would impose a fine for drivers who are caught texting behind the wheel. 

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NEWS  |  CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

Guns would eliminate defense-free zone

By Mike Lewis | Feb. 8, 2011

I’m disappointed to hear about the Student Senate’s anti-gun resolution. I do hope they understand that their resolution will not stop people with bad intent from carrying guns, only those of us who follow the law and intend to use our weapons for self-defense.

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Kisses for Wishes valentines to benefit local Make-A-Wish Foundation

By Greene | Feb. 7, 2011

For those who are stumped on what to give their significant other for Valentine’s Day, the UF Gators for Wish Kids club has a solution.

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Online application allows players to reduce state deficit

By Alexander Klausner | Feb. 7, 2011

If you think eliminating a state budget deficit is easy, the Bob Graham Center for Public Service wants you to try it for yourself.

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Great Civil Debate Wall to encourage students to voice opinions

By Morgan Watkins | Feb. 7, 2011

Civil debate at UF is going high-tech.

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NEWS  |  CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

Progress Party members serve homeless

By Hannah Winston | Feb. 7, 2011

Hairnet and latex gloves intact, Dave Schneider washed the trays that were handed to him though the small window in the St. Francis House kitchen.

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Failing economy may be responsible for decline in shark attacks

By Meredith Rutland | Feb. 7, 2011

The economy has been said to kill businesses, but it may also be shrinking the number of Florida shark attacks.

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Two UF swimmers arrested for shoplifting in Orlando

By Kat Bein | Feb. 7, 2011

The two UF swimmers just wanted jackets, but they got handcuffs and misdemeanors instead.

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NEWS  |  CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

UF student competes to enter Mongolian horse race

By ALLISON BANKO | Feb. 7, 2011

In six months, more than two dozen horses and equestrians will pair up to take on 1,000 kilometers of rough Mongolian terrain.

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Running club holds 5K race for charity

By Styliana Resvanis | Feb. 7, 2011

Students interested in running for a good cause might want to consider joining GatorSOLES, a new UF organization.

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NEWS  |  CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

Taco Bell's damage control may cause more harm

By Brittany Brave | Feb. 7, 2011

Taco Bell is getting defensive in response to a class-action lawsuit filed against the company last week.

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Political experts discuss 2012 candidates, issues

By C.J. Pruner | Feb. 6, 2011

While speaking alongside many top political insiders, Rod Smith, the current chairman of the Florida Democratic Party, made it clear: 2012 would be a whole new game.

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Students pass on sleep for charity

By Meredith Rutland | Feb. 6, 2011

Sleep Out for the Homeless was shut down early due to bad weather.