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Creative License
November 18, 2021New book releases from faculty and alumni.

From the Dean
November 18, 2021Dean David E. Richardson introduces the new issue of Ytori magazine.

The Second First Year is the Hardest
November 18, 2021Two current students and two recent alumni of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences shared how they carved out their paths after transferring to UF.

The Bigger Picture
November 18, 2021Values instilled during his liberal arts and sciences education prepare alumnus Leonard Spearman for lifelong leadership.

Twists and Turns
November 18, 2021Career paths often go in unexpected directions — and the college is embracing those winding roads in its approach to professional preparation for students.

Behind the Cover: Ytori Fall 2021 Issue
November 18, 2021Explore the inspiration and process for creating the cover of Ytori’s fall 2021 issue.

Before the Law
November 18, 2021An alumni couple finds a way to make a lasting impact by giving back to the college’s pre-law initiatives.

Center for Jewish Studies Receives Gift to Fund Holocaust Studies Professorship
November 18, 2021A gift advances the college’s standing as a leader in Holocaust Studies.

Meet Our New Associate Deans
November 18, 2021The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences recently welcomed Trysh Travis and Bianca Evans-Donaldson to the Dean’s Office.

Bringing His A-Game
November 18, 2021Gator100 honoree aims high and helps launch Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux to success.

Speaking from Experience
November 18, 2021The college’s MentorConnect program brings rewards for students and alumni alike.

“In All Kinds of Weather” Crossword
November 18, 2021Please enjoy the crossword featured in the fall 2021 issue of Ytori magazine.

Mission to Mars
November 18, 2021Amy Williams, astrobiologist and professor of geology, takes part in the Perseverance rover mission. (Story previously published by UF News)

Best of Both Worlds for Drug Discovery
November 17, 2021Software developed by a team of chemists is helping researchers develop effective medical interventions against diseases.

Preparing for a New Economy
November 17, 2021New coursework offers opportunities to develop data science skills in an age of artificial intelligence.

Why AI and the Humanities Need Each Other
November 17, 2021As artificial intelligence becomes a fixture in our lives, three rising scholars had a chance to examine how our society shapes technology — and how the technology influences our society in turn.

Bringing New Life to Marginalized Stories
November 17, 2021Researchers from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are turning to artificial intelligence to bring a vital facet of American history to light.

Countering Bias in Predictive Policing
November 17, 2021Duncan Purves, assistant professor of philosophy, has been studying the ethics of using AI to assist police officers in anticipating crime before it happens.

A New School of Thought
November 17, 2021As we teach machines to think for us, technology is returning the favor by revealing new insights into our own thought processes.

New Frontier
November 17, 2021Earlier this year, UF made a significant investment by committing to hire over 100 new AI-focused faculty members. The strategic hiring initiative spans nearly every department in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.