Featured
CLAS professor receives second LGBTQ-focused NIH Grant
This grant will be among the first to use a novel approach to study the role of Latinx culture on the mental health of Latinx LGBTQ+ youth and their families.
Recent
Three CLAS faculty receive NSF CAREER awards
Matthew Eddy, Boone Prentice, and Hannah Vander Zanden were awarded these special research grants from the National Science Foundation.
Celebrate International Observe the Moon Night with CLAS
Join the Department of Astronomy in celebrating one of NASA’s largest annual events.
Meet the new CLAS chairs and director
The UF College of Liberal Arts and Sciences congratulates several faculty members on their recent appointments as department chairs.
Three interim associate deans appointed within College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The start of the academic year has brought three UF faculty members into new roles as interim cognizant associate deans for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The appointments were announced recently by Interim Dean Mary Watt.
Alumni Spotlight
Two CLAS graduates named 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award winners
Bob Hesterman and Stephen Goldman were recognized for their accomplishments and service.
CLAS In The News
When House members travel the globe on private dime, family members often go too
Professor of Political Science Beth Rosenson calls sponsored travel for family members an "egregious abuse" of House ethics reforms.
West Nile Virus cases steady in FL, data shows
Professor of Geography Sadie Ryan warns of the dangers of mosquito-borne illnesses in the state of Florida.
“Cuddle hormone” oxytocin may provide pain relief and help curb harmful opioid use
A two-year interdisciplinary study at UF examines synthetic oxytocin’s potential as an alternate pain management option for older adults.
Research
Newly-discovered star could provide new insights into the evolution of stars
Discovery of the most lithium-dense star in the Milky Way Galaxy challenges the current model of star evolution
UF joins NASA mission to launch artificial star into Earth’s orbit
The University of Florida announces its collaboration with nine other universities on the Landolt NASA Space Mission, a $19.5 million project to deploy an artificial "star" to aid astrophysical research.
Scientists lead the charge for equity in flood risk mitigation
UF geographer Katy Serafin works with colleagues at Stanford University to introduce a collaborative flood risk management model, to enhance transparency and community involvement in California's flood response strategies.
The hidden motive behind U.S. voters’ stance on noncitizen voting
Researchers expose the motivation behind support and opposition to noncitizen voting rights, giving a fresh perspective on the debate.
Awards & Honors
UF student awarded Obama Foundation public service scholarship
UF emeritus professor earns prestigious herpetology award
UF professor receives award from the Gerontological Society of America
Two CLAS professors receive Distinguished Professor awards
CLAS faculty earn UF Research Foundation Professorship awards
CLAS Videos
From Land to River: The Journey of Resources
Join UF ecologists Amanda Subalusky and Chris Dutton as they share their research into how large animals, like hippos and wildebeests, impact their environments at the microscopic level through a process called nutrient cycling.
Ytori Magazine
Dive into the Spring/Summer 2024 issue of our college magazine, where we unravel the complexities of water, our Earth’s most precious resource.
