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Online and in demand

January 7, 2026

The Department of Economics launches a new online master’s program in econometrics.

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Foundational, not flashy

January 7, 2026

Since 1929, the Bureau of Economic and Business Research has been the go-to resource for government and industry.

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New AI tool for math proofs aims to steer students to creative solutions

December 11, 2025

UF researcher leads team creating an artificial intelligence tool for mathematics proofs.

Peter Hirschfeld

AI-accelerated workflow for superconductors recognized by UF Innovate

October 30, 2025

The discovery was one of six inventions recognized as UF Innovate | Tech Licensing celebrated the achievements of UF innovators at its eighth annual Standing InnOvation.

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UF historians among first to join Florida Humanities Hall of Fame

September 11, 2025

David R. Colburn and Michael V. Gannon will be inducted into the inaugural class of the Florida Humanities Hall of Fame.

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Kevin Ingersent named interim dean of CLAS

July 2, 2025

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

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Civics workshop at UF encourages ‘informed patriotism’

June 30, 2025

THE 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.

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Communications’ evolution

June 16, 2025

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

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Communications’ evolution

June 16, 2025

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

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Two UF scientists awarded prestigious Sloan Research Fellowships

March 11, 2025

Prentice Boone, a chemist, and Courtney Sprain, an Earth scientist, will receive $75,000 grants from the Sloan Foundation, recognizing early career achievements.

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Two UF geography faculty named AAG Fellows

January 22, 2025

Department of Geography faculty members Jane Southworth and Corene Matyas have been named fellows by the American Association of Geographers.

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Alumnae follow their passion in earth-bound space exploration

January 15, 2025

Meet two CLAS alumnae, Wendy Whitman Cobb and Sol Ortego who are pioneering new paths in the space industry.

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CLAS faculty employ creative approaches for civic contributions

January 15, 2025

Meet a sociologist, a medical geographer and a chemist whose passion for research and teaching is emblematic of the luminous faculty within CLAS.

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Going Gator sets new UF transfer students on path to success

January 15, 2025

New partnerships create a path for CLAS transfer students at UF.

Bill Oegerle

UF alum, former NASA director leaves lasting legacy

January 15, 2025

The Oegerle Scholarship supports undergraduates showing exceptional promise in physics, astrophysics, or astronomy research.

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UF Office of Public Policy Events to hold debate about regulating cancel culture

October 21, 2024

The University of Florida is hosting a free debate Wednesday over federal regulation of misinformation on social media platforms.

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“Cuddle hormone” oxytocin may provide pain relief and help curb harmful opioid use

September 10, 2024

UF HHP NEWS — A two-year interdisciplinary study at UF examines synthetic oxytocin’s potential as an alternate pain management option for older adults.

Voters come to the polls.

Popularity of early voting seen in UF election lab data

September 10, 2024

Voters 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, 2024

Eight students from CLAS join cohort of 12 who will the engage in research projects spanning the UF Health Cancer Center’s four research programs.

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Going Gator opens pathways from community colleges to UF

July 22, 2024

High 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.