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12 CLAS alumni selected for “40 Gators Under 40” awards

The UF College of Liberal Arts and Sciences proudly announces that 12 of its alumni have been selected for this prestigious recognition.

CLAS celebrates record-breaking generosity on Gator Nation Giving Day

The seventh annual event was held on Feb. 20 and showed an unprecedented show of support for CLAS students and programs.

Creative License

Explore new book releases from CLAS faculty and alumni.

UF alum, former NASA director leaves lasting legacy

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

Chastain Wealth Management amplifies student voices with $25,000 gift to UF Speech and Debate

UF Alumni Larren and Jennifer Odom make a transformative gift to support young orators.

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.

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.