Author: douglasray@ufl.edu

Online and in demand
January 7, 2026The Department of Economics launches a new online master’s program in econometrics.

Foundational, not flashy
January 7, 2026Since 1929, the Bureau of Economic and Business Research has been the go-to resource for government and industry.

New AI tool for math proofs aims to steer students to creative solutions
December 11, 2025UF researcher leads team creating an artificial intelligence tool for mathematics proofs.

AI-accelerated workflow for superconductors recognized by UF Innovate
October 30, 2025The discovery was one of six inventions recognized as UF Innovate | Tech Licensing celebrated the achievements of UF innovators at its eighth annual Standing InnOvation.

UF historians among first to join Florida Humanities Hall of Fame
September 11, 2025David R. Colburn and Michael V. Gannon will be inducted into the inaugural class of the Florida Humanities Hall of Fame.

Kevin Ingersent named interim dean of CLAS
July 2, 2025Kevin Ingersent will become interim dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida effective July 7.

Civics workshop at UF encourages ‘informed patriotism’
June 30, 2025THE GAINESVILLE SUN — As the U.S. prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence next year, the U.S. Capitol Historical Society joined the University of Florida and and the University of Central Florida for a national teaching workshop on civic education training.

Communications’ evolution
June 16, 2025Students are reclaiming the lost art of communication &nsbp;—&nsbp; one Hope Speech, heartfelt essay, and civil debate at a time.

Communications’ evolution
June 16, 2025Students are reclaiming the lost art of communication &nsbp;—&nsbp; one Hope Speech, heartfelt essay, and civil debate at a time.

Two UF scientists awarded prestigious Sloan Research Fellowships
March 11, 2025Prentice Boone, a chemist, and Courtney Sprain, an Earth scientist, will receive $75,000 grants from the Sloan Foundation, recognizing early career achievements.

Two UF geography faculty named AAG Fellows
January 22, 2025Department of Geography faculty members Jane Southworth and Corene Matyas have been named fellows by the American Association of Geographers.

Alumnae follow their passion in earth-bound space exploration
January 15, 2025Meet two CLAS alumnae, Wendy Whitman Cobb and Sol Ortego who are pioneering new paths in the space industry.

CLAS faculty employ creative approaches for civic contributions
January 15, 2025Meet a sociologist, a medical geographer and a chemist whose passion for research and teaching is emblematic of the luminous faculty within CLAS.

Going Gator sets new UF transfer students on path to success
January 15, 2025New partnerships create a path for CLAS transfer students at UF.

UF alum, former NASA director leaves lasting legacy
January 15, 2025The Oegerle Scholarship supports undergraduates showing exceptional promise in physics, astrophysics, or astronomy research.

UF Office of Public Policy Events to hold debate about regulating cancel culture
October 21, 2024The University of Florida is hosting a free debate Wednesday over federal regulation of misinformation on social media platforms.

“Cuddle hormone” oxytocin may provide pain relief and help curb harmful opioid use
September 10, 2024UF HHP NEWS — A two-year interdisciplinary study at UF examines synthetic oxytocin’s potential as an alternate pain management option for older adults.

Popularity of early voting seen in UF election lab data
September 10, 2024Voters around the country are expected to cast ballots long before Election Day, a trend UF Political Science Professor Michael McDonald traces to 2020 .

CLAS students selected for the 2024-25 University Scholars Program
August 28, 2024Eight students from CLAS join cohort of 12 who will the engage in research projects spanning the UF Health Cancer Center’s four research programs.

Going Gator opens pathways from community colleges to UF
July 22, 2024High school students from Bradford County visited UF in June to explore opportunities to transfer from community college to pursue a four-year degree in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.