Tag: students
UF honors legacy of William and Grace Dial with renaming of Dial Center
UF transforms the Dial Center into the William & Grace Dial Center for Speech and Communication Studies, reflecting its expanded interdisciplinary focus and marking a pivotal moment in the center's evolution.
Young Earth-like planet with lava oceans spotted near the Big Dipper
Astronomers have discovered an extreme Earth-like planet that likely hosts lava oceans as it roasts next to its sun-like star near the Big Dipper constellation.
UF announces 10th Gates Cambridge Scholar
Maddie Ross, a biochemistry student, has become the University of Florida’s 10th recipient of the Gates Cambridge Scholarship.
UF math students excel in annual SCUDEM competition
UF math students secure top honors at national math competition.
UF Phi Alpha Delta Clinches 13th Consecutive Win at National Mock Trial
The University of Florida's Phi Alpha Delta (PAD) chapter has secured a remarkable first-place finish at the national mock trial competition, extending their winning streak to an impressive 13 consecutive years.
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.
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.
New Director of Student Strategic Initiatives to Expand Opportunities for all Floridians
Adrienne Provost has been appointed as the director of the college's newly formed Office of Student Strategic Initiatives to promote access and opportunities for all students across Florida.
UF Students Earn Honors at International Math Challenge
Two UF teams received awards for their work with differential equations.
CLAS Scholars Win Prestigious Fulbright Awards
Eight of 11 University of Florida students named finalists for the 2022-2023 Fulbright U.S. Student Program are students or alumni of the college.
Kellie Roberts Receives Lifetime Achievement Award for Speech and Debate
Roberts, a champion for students' voices, joins the ranks with respected leaders and powerhouse college coaches in forensics.
Rare Bird Behavior Observed in Southern China
Department of Biology graduate student Wenyi Zhou observes a rare social behavior between two species of birds.
Wake-Up Calls
Environmental storytellers, advocates and visionaries work to repair humanity’s relationship with a changing world.
Healing Across Borders
A study abroad trip to Oaxaca teaches pre-health students invaluable lessons.
Next Thing You Know
Triple-Gator Leandra Merz shows the value in embracing life’s unexpected detours.
Research Roundup
Across the college, researchers address gaps in knowledge of the natural world, from plant behavior to coastline protection.
UF Efforts to Boost Student Voter Turnout Recognized Nationally
The University of Florida made the list of ALL IN Campus Democracy's 2022 most engaged campuses for college student voting. The Bob Graham Center for Public Service has been tasked with leading the charge toward nonpartisan democratic engagement.
UF Pre-Law Fraternity Carries Legacy of Top Honors Forward
UF's pre-law fraternity wins national awards at the 32nd Annual Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Conference.