Alumni Spotlight Archives

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Passion and pluck: UF grad blazed trail to success in NYC

After achieving success as a media executive, UF alumnus Kevin Gentzel finds ways to guide the next generation on their own paths.

Honoring Archie Carr’s Legacy

Celebrating legendary researcher Archie Carr and the work of UF researchers carrying on his mission.

Anna Morris Pays the Doubters No Mind

A military leader keeps moving forward when others try to hold her back.

For Neuroscientist Rusty Gage, Progress is a State of Mind

The pioneering researcher and alumnus, who discovered the benefits of exercise to brain health, reflects on how his UF liberal arts and sciences education spurred his passion for discovery. .

UF Mourns the Passing of Robert H. Grubbs, Nobel-Winning Alumnus

The chemist and Nobel Laureate earned two degrees from UF. He was 79.

The Bigger Picture

Values instilled during his liberal arts and sciences education prepare alumnus Leonard Spearman for lifelong leadership.

UF Alumna Reaches New Heights at Kitt Peak National Observatory

Michelle Edwards takes on a leadership role at the preeminent astronomical research center.

The Connector

Alumnus Ed Tancer had a knack for bringing people together. A new scholarship will continue his legacy.

UF alumna named NSF assistant director for geosciences

Alexandra Isern, who received her bachelor’s degree in geology at the University of Florida, will be the first Hispanic person and second woman to hold the position.

Healing Victims’ Grief — and Her Own

After earning degrees in criminology from UF, a cold case expert found an unlikely second act after a personal tragedy.

CLAS Alumni Shine on 2021 40 Gators Under 40

An education in the liberal arts and sciences paves the way for a thriving career — just take a look at the 2021 University of Florida 40 Gators Under 40.

Finding His Spark: Jon Renthrope and Cajun Fire Brewery

Alum Renthrope is the founder and CEO of Cajun Fire Brewing Company, only the fifth Black-owned brewery in the history of the United States and the first in the South.

Alumnus Helps Organization Provide Sewn Masks for Those in Need

A former political science major has been helping a non-profit organization provide sewn masks for his community.

Amy J. Galloway (’81, JD ’85) Began a Lifetime of Learning at UF

A successful alumna made sure her college education was more than just a steppingstone toward law school.

Alumni Profile: Mark Kaplan ’88

Lawyer, Gator, Policymaker Ask any Floridian who survived the 2004 hurricane season, and you will get an earful about the epic quartet of storms that ravaged the state. Mark Kaplan ’88 rapid-fires, without a breath: “Charley, Frances, Ivan, Jeanne — but who’s counting?” Kaplan, who had previously worked for several years as a lawyer in […]

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