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Zeta Phi Alumni Foundation honors legacy of leadership with $50,000 gift to UF African American Studies program

A generous gift from the Zeta Phi Alumni Foundation will empower students in the University of Florida’s African American Studies program to expand their horizons through international study.

UF Election Lab students making an impact beyond the classroom

UF students and alumni apply their experience in working with The UF Election Lab to campaign and voter awareness efforts across the country.

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UF writing courses redefine the role of AI

Zea Miller challenges academic stigmas by integrating AI into writing instruction, empowering students to harness the tools for creativity and efficiency in their work.

Two CLAS graduates named 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award winners

Bob Hesterman and Stephen Goldman were recognized for their accomplishments and service.

UF Alumni Association’s Gator100 list recognizes 20 CLAS alumni among top performers

CLAS graduates excel on the list of fastest-growing alumni-led companies.

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Invasive amphibian pathogen may have no issues adapting to American soils

A new study from UF biologists raises concerns over a fungal pathogen’s ability to survive in Appalachian soils.

CLAS alumni shine on UF’s 40 Gators Under 40 list

Thirteen alumni from the college have been selected for the prestigious '40 Gators Under 40' program.

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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.

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From Mentee to Bestie: An Unlikely Friendship

A partnership between UF alum Brianna Alderman and Professor of Economics Roger Blair turned into a lifelong friendship, and helped Brianna land a spot in Harvard's economics graduate school program.

Oceanic Algal Colonies Found to Maintain Warmer Water Temperatures

UF researchers investigate the thermal properties of Sargassum colonies, large patches of algae that float along the ocean's surface.

A Seat at the Table: 75 Years of Women’s Progress

In celebration of 75 years of coeducation, we take a trek back through the decades to examine women's progress at UF.

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UF Announces Naming of Jewish Studies Center

The naming celebrates an alumnus whose lifelong commitment to Jewish culture, heritage, and education have left an indelible impact on our institution and the wider Jewish community.

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Coming Full Circle

One of the college's newest graduates in medieval studies, Jamie Paul, found her academic passion with the help of the program's first graduate.

Wake-Up Calls

Environmental storytellers, advocates and visionaries work to repair humanity’s relationship with a changing world.

Anna Morris Pays the Doubters No Mind

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

Beyond Buzzwords

Corporate sustainability expert Tameka Samuel-Jones weighs in on how the business world can step up.

Next Thing You Know

Triple-Gator Leandra Merz shows the value in embracing life’s unexpected detours.

Beyond Buzzwords

Corporate sustainability expert Tameka Samuel-Jones weighs in on how the business world can step up.

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Rebounding Green Sea Turtle Populations Reshape Coastal Ecosystems

Marine ecologist Alexandra Gulick offers a critical understanding of green sea turtle foraging behavior as they resume their historical ecological roles.

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Greater Heights

Ryan Poehling's family has committed to ensuring the promising young geographer's legacy lives on at UF.