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UF launches ‘first of its kind’ cancer-screening bus
Read full article: UF launches ‘first of its kind’ cancer-screening busThe Mobile Cancer Screening Connector, a 40-foot-long bus touted by the university as the ‘first of its kind,’ will serve a region larger than Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut combined, UF said.
University of Florida takes a community-involved approach to recording invasive species across state
Read full article: University of Florida takes a community-involved approach to recording invasive species across stateUniversity of Florida researchers’ new outreach strategy resulted in an increase in reports of invasive species for the state.
UF nursing student project leads to human trafficking arrests
Read full article: UF nursing student project leads to human trafficking arrestsJust three months in, Katelyn Watts’ graduate student project rescued several victims of human trafficking and became part of a hospital system’s screening process.
North Carolina's public universities cut 59 positions as part of a massive DEI overhaul this summer
Read full article: North Carolina's public universities cut 59 positions as part of a massive DEI overhaul this summerNewly released reports from North Carolina's public university system to prove compliance with a new systemwide diversity policy show several DEI position cuts and reassignments were made.
St. Augustine OC Brandon James finding equal success from his Gators playing days
Read full article: St. Augustine OC Brandon James finding equal success from his Gators playing daysFormer Florida Gators star running back Brandon James is starting his fourth season as the St. Augustine offensive coordinator, which is even a surprise to James who never thought growing up he would become a football coach.
Shift in Florida’s lizard population could influence the spread of mosquito-borne diseases, according to UF scientists
Read full article: Shift in Florida’s lizard population could influence the spread of mosquito-borne diseases, according to UF scientistsA team of scientists from the University of Florida is exploring the impact of a lizard population shift that could influence the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.
New crosswalks among safety improvements put in place at UF following hit-and-run death of Jacksonville student
Read full article: New crosswalks among safety improvements put in place at UF following hit-and-run death of Jacksonville studentThe fall semester at the University of Florida officially started Thursday, and state transportation officials reminded students about the importance of pedestrian safety.
Kent Fuchs unanimously voted to serve as interim president of University of Florida
Read full article: Kent Fuchs unanimously voted to serve as interim president of University of FloridaThe University of Florida’s Board of Trustees unanimously voted to name Kent Fuchs as the interim president effective August 1, according to the university.
University of Florida President Ben Sasse announces resignation to focus on family
Read full article: University of Florida President Ben Sasse announces resignation to focus on familyThe University of Florida President Ben Sasse announced Thursday night that he will resign from his position on July 31.
Florida Supreme Court hears case over whether UF should return fees from pandemic shutdown
Read full article: Florida Supreme Court hears case over whether UF should return fees from pandemic shutdownA lawsuit about whether the University of Florida should return fees to students because of a campus shutdown early in the COVID-19 pandemic will go before the Florida Supreme Court on Wednesday.
QB Jaden Rashada sues UF coach Billy Napier, others over ‘canceled’ NIL deal
Read full article: QB Jaden Rashada sues UF coach Billy Napier, others over ‘canceled’ NIL dealA top-ranked quarterback from the 2023 recruiting class is suing Florida Gators Coach Billy Napier and a University of Florida booster alleging fraud.
Jacksonville mother starts UF scholarship fund in memory of son who died
Read full article: Jacksonville mother starts UF scholarship fund in memory of son who diedA Jacksonville mother started a scholarship fund at the University of Florida in her son’s name who died in a car crash in November 2023.
High school baseball playoffs ‘24: BK, Snyder, Trinity wins headline night of classics
Read full article: High school baseball playoffs ‘24: BK, Snyder, Trinity wins headline night of classicsHeadlined by one of the best all-around performances in area baseball history delivered by Bishop Snyder’s Aidan King and a pair of walk-off wins by Bishop Kenny and Trinity Christian, Wednesday was an unbelievable night.
‘We don’t do that here’: Gov. DeSantis condemns pro-Palestinian protests, encampments during visit to UF
Read full article: ‘We don’t do that here’: Gov. DeSantis condemns pro-Palestinian protests, encampments during visit to UFSpeaking on the campus of the University of Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday condemned pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses across the country.
‘We don’t do that here’: Gov. DeSantis condemns pro-Palestinian protests, encampments during visit to UF
Read full article: ‘We don’t do that here’: Gov. DeSantis condemns pro-Palestinian protests, encampments during visit to UFSpeaking on the campus of the University of Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday condemned pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses across the country.
‘Never Visit This Place!’: Wrestling legend Ric Flair bashes Gainesville restaurant, claims he was kicked out
Read full article: ‘Never Visit This Place!’: Wrestling legend Ric Flair bashes Gainesville restaurant, claims he was kicked outLegendary pro wrestler Ric Flair claimed he was kicked out of a Gainesville restaurant over the weekend after attending graduation ceremonies at the University of Florida.
No sign of protesters at UNF graduation ceremonies after students arrested on campus Thursday
Read full article: No sign of protesters at UNF graduation ceremonies after students arrested on campus ThursdayAs pro-Palestine protests continue on college campuses across the country, Friday is graduation day in Florida for students at the University of Florida, Florida State University and the University of North Florida.
North Carolina university committee swiftly passes policy change that could cut diversity staff
Read full article: North Carolina university committee swiftly passes policy change that could cut diversity staffDiversity, equity and inclusion staff members' jobs in North Carolina's public university system could be at risk.
Mayor Deegan says UF Florida Semiconductor Institute would be ‘game changer’ if it lands in Jacksonville
Read full article: Mayor Deegan says UF Florida Semiconductor Institute would be ‘game changer’ if it lands in JacksonvilleJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan is calling a plan that could bring a high-tech computer institute and manufacturing center to Jacksonville a “game changer.”
NAACP is asking student athletes to avoid attending schools in Florida
Read full article: NAACP is asking student athletes to avoid attending schools in FloridaThe NAACP is asking student athletes to boycott Florida. This request comes after the state required all public universities to ban or eliminate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) curriculums.
NAACP urges student-athletes to reconsider Florida colleges after state eliminates DEI programs
Read full article: NAACP urges student-athletes to reconsider Florida colleges after state eliminates DEI programsThe NAACP says Black student-athletes should reconsider attending public colleges and universities in Florida.
University of Florida fires all staff in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion positions
Read full article: University of Florida fires all staff in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion positionsAn administrative University of Florida memo went out to staff this week, with the subject line, "Compliance with BOG Regulation 9.016 on Prohibited Expenditures." This relates to positions dealing with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Florida Gators elevate Russ Callaway to co-OC | Ron Roberts has a sense of urgency for the defense
Read full article: Florida Gators elevate Russ Callaway to co-OC | Ron Roberts has a sense of urgency for the defenseCallaway gets a bigger role and Roberts shares a sense of urgency for the Florida defense
Stopping shoplifting? Researchers at UF lab think like a shoplifter to deter, detect costly crime
Read full article: Stopping shoplifting? Researchers at UF lab think like a shoplifter to deter, detect costly crimeShoplifting, often considered a victimless crime impacting only large corporations, is a problem growing in many communities, with a ripple effect that ultimately impacts our wallets.
Man arrested following antisemitic vandalism incidents at University of Florida religious centers, police say
Read full article: Man arrested following antisemitic vandalism incidents at University of Florida religious centers, police sayA man was arrested and is being accused of a hate crime after vandalism incidents at religious centers, including the Lubavitch – Chabad Jewish Center at the University of Florida, according to the Gainesville Police Department.
Early signing period ‘23: Area athletes make college decisions official
Read full article: Early signing period ‘23: Area athletes make college decisions officialWednesday marks the first day of the early signing period for high school athletes. All athletes other than football can ink national letters of intent with their college.
UF strengthens recruitment, retention efforts to address nursing shortages in Jacksonville
Read full article: UF strengthens recruitment, retention efforts to address nursing shortages in JacksonvilleThe University of Florida College of Nursing announced it is strengthening its recruitment and retention efforts to combat Florida’s nursing shortage.
From UF to the NFL to federal prison: Jacksonville football legend tells his incredible story in autobiography
Read full article: From UF to the NFL to federal prison: Jacksonville football legend tells his incredible story in autobiographyNews4JAX sat down with Jacksonville native and former UF and Atlanta Falcons football player Harmon Wages in his old hometown to discuss his book about his remarkable life.
Would you use an app to talk to police after you get pulled over?
Read full article: Would you use an app to talk to police after you get pulled over?Traffic stops are the most common police interactions in the United States, but they can also be among the most dangerous, with risks for both law enforcement officers and civilians. A recent incident in Camden County, where a traffic stop escalated into a deadly shooting, has raised questions about the need for a safer approach to traffic stops. Civil rights activists are now pondering whether a different approach at the beginning of such stops could prevent such tragic outcomes.
Law enforcement preparing for busy Florida-Georgia weekend in Jacksonville
Read full article: Law enforcement preparing for busy Florida-Georgia weekend in JacksonvilleFriday at noon, festivities kick off for the Florida-Georgia game, which draws in tens of thousands of visitors to the city. To help keep everyone safe and ease the minds of attendees, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office will have safety measures in place.
Chaos breaks out at Gainesville prayer vigil for Israel after ‘misinterpreted’ 911 call leads to panic
Read full article: Chaos breaks out at Gainesville prayer vigil for Israel after ‘misinterpreted’ 911 call leads to panicA Monday night prayer vigil for the Jewish community at the University of Florida was brought to a halt when chaos erupted after police said a 911 call was misunderstood, which caused panic.
‘It’s hard living out of a suitcase’: UF students in limbo after apartment complex fails to finish units by move-in date
Read full article: ‘It’s hard living out of a suitcase’: UF students in limbo after apartment complex fails to finish units by move-in dateHundreds of students in Gainesville are living out of suitcases after being told the apartment complex they were supposed to move into is not ready to be occupied.
Florida agriculture losses between $78M and $371M from Hurricane Idalia, preliminary estimate says
Read full article: Florida agriculture losses between $78M and $371M from Hurricane Idalia, preliminary estimate saysFlorida agriculture losses from Hurricane Idalia are estimated at between $78 million and $371 million, with producers also suffering widespread damage to such infrastructure as irrigation rigs and fences.
UF Health Flagler Hospital is new name for St. Johns County hospital after merger with UF Health
Read full article: UF Health Flagler Hospital is new name for St. Johns County hospital after merger with UF HealthFlagler Health+ and UF Health have reached a final agreement to integrate Flagler Health+ into UF Health.
Parking, stadium renovation timeline, London games? Jaguars address key questions following town hall meetings
Read full article: Parking, stadium renovation timeline, London games? Jaguars address key questions following town hall meetingsThe Jacksonville Jaguars this week released a comprehensive report that addresses some of the key questions that came up during a series of town hall meetings held by the team last month.
‘Society needs to be prepared for disruption’: How AI might impact your life & the city of Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘Society needs to be prepared for disruption’: How AI might impact your life & the city of JacksonvilleBringing artificial intelligence to Jacksonville is one of the goals of a proposed $200 million University of Florida graduate school that would focus on innovating programs in medicine, business and engineering.
Jags fans discuss concerns about developments around ‘stadium of the future’ at huddle
Read full article: Jags fans discuss concerns about developments around ‘stadium of the future’ at huddleEager Jaguars fans and community members attended another “Huddle up Jax” meeting to learn more about the proposed stadium renovations and developments in surrounding areas.
State budget allocates $75M for new UF satellite campus in Jacksonville; Jaguars want it near stadium
Read full article: State budget allocates $75M for new UF satellite campus in Jacksonville; Jaguars want it near stadiumGov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday set aside $75 million for a new satellite campus in Jacksonville when he signed the state’s record $117 billion budget.
Longhorns to play Gators for the first time in 80 years in upcoming season
Read full article: Longhorns to play Gators for the first time in 80 years in upcoming seasonWe now know exactly who the Florida Gators will take on in the 20-24 SEC season. The conference released its 8-game schedule on Wednesday night.
Unearthing the Past: Scientists discover fossils of mammoths, sabretooth cats, rhinos that once roamed Florida
Read full article: Unearthing the Past: Scientists discover fossils of mammoths, sabretooth cats, rhinos that once roamed FloridaFlorida is one of the richest states when it comes to paleontology, and new discoveries are being made every day.
UF, FSU baseball game in Jacksonville postponed due to weather concerns
Read full article: UF, FSU baseball game in Jacksonville postponed due to weather concernsDue to weather concerns, the baseball game between the University of Florida and Florida State University at 121 Financial Ballpark in Jacksonville scheduled for Tuesday has been postponed, officials announced.
‘It’s not about secrecy’: Mayor Curry addresses critics of UF satellite campus in Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘It’s not about secrecy’: Mayor Curry addresses critics of UF satellite campus in JacksonvilleThe mayor and city council call it a game changer for Jacksonville--a new University of Florida grad school near downtown that will focus on medical, financial and even artificial intelligence education.
Jacksonville City Council approves $20M in funds for University of Florida satellite campus
Read full article: Jacksonville City Council approves $20M in funds for University of Florida satellite campusThe Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday evening voted to approve millions of dollars toward a project that would bring a University of Florida satellite campus to the city.
Florida, Florida State to face off as ‘Fresh from Florida’ baseball game returns to Jacksonville
Read full article: Florida, Florida State to face off as ‘Fresh from Florida’ baseball game returns to JacksonvilleThe Fresh from Florida baseball game makes its return this year, Gator Bowl Sports announced Monday.
City Council moves forward with development of new $100M UF satellite campus
Read full article: City Council moves forward with development of new $100M UF satellite campusThe plan to build a University of Florida graduate satellite campus is one step closer after a Jacksonville City Council rules committee took up the measure Monday to fund $20 million in 2023 and another $30 million at a later date.
Details of new UF satellite campus in downtown Jacksonville slowly coming out weeks after announcement
Read full article: Details of new UF satellite campus in downtown Jacksonville slowly coming out weeks after announcementNew details about a potential University of Florida satellite campus coming to Jacksonville are slowly emerging weeks after it was first announced.
JEA tells UF it’s pleased to be part of plan for satellite campus, offers $10M in services
Read full article: JEA tells UF it’s pleased to be part of plan for satellite campus, offers $10M in servicesDuring a meeting Tuesday of the JEA board, News4JAX learned some new details about a potential University of Florida satellite campus coming to Jacksonville.
City council committees to discuss how to bring UF satellite campus to Jacksonville
Read full article: City council committees to discuss how to bring UF satellite campus to JacksonvilleThe answers are still few and far between when it comes to a possible University of Florida satellite campus in Jacksonville. But, legislation is in the works to try and bring the high tech financial and medical graduate program here.
Curry to introduce $50M proposal to city council to help bring UF satellite campus to Jacksonville
Read full article: Curry to introduce $50M proposal to city council to help bring UF satellite campus to JacksonvilleMayor Lenny Curry is following through with his plans to bring an expansion of the University of Florida campus to Jacksonville.
New $100M UF satellite campus could be coming to Jacksonville, focus on AI, medical technology
Read full article: New $100M UF satellite campus could be coming to Jacksonville, focus on AI, medical technologyThe University of Florida and the city are working on plans to build a new graduate satellite campus in Jacksonville.
AP source: Florida QB Rashada asks for release amid NIL mess
Read full article: AP source: Florida QB Rashada asks for release amid NIL messA person familiar with the situation says Florida quarterback recruit Jaden Rashada has requested a release from his national letter of intent after a $13 million name, imagine and likeness deal fell through.
Florida formally dismisses QB Jalen Kitna following arrest on child porn charges
Read full article: Florida formally dismisses QB Jalen Kitna following arrest on child porn chargesFlorida has formally dismissed quarterback Jalen Kitna from the team following his arrest on five child pornography charges.
UF highlights Black community with ‘Black Experience Installation’
Read full article: UF highlights Black community with ‘Black Experience Installation’This installation, constructed in August, highlights some of the challenges, struggles, triumphs and achievements of members of UF’s Black community and how those experiences and contributions helped to shape the university today.
Florida Gators QB Jalen Kitna bonds out of jail after arrest on child porn charges
Read full article: Florida Gators QB Jalen Kitna bonds out of jail after arrest on child porn chargesFlorida Gators backup quarterback Jalen Kitna bonded out of jail Thursday evening after he was arrested Wednesday on two charges of distribution of child exploitation material and three charges of possession of child pornography.
Social media expert weighs in on UF pulling scholarship offer to Nease QB after video shows him repeating racial slur while singing song
Read full article: Social media expert weighs in on UF pulling scholarship offer to Nease QB after video shows him repeating racial slur while singing songThe University of Florida's decision to cut ties with Nease High School quarterback Marcus Stokes is drawing varying opinions.
Board of Governors confirms Ben Sasse as next University of Florida president
Read full article: Board of Governors confirms Ben Sasse as next University of Florida presidentNebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse won final approval Wednesday to become the 13th president of the University of Florida, capping a swift and sometimes contentious process.
UF Board of Trustees votes unanimously to select Sen. Ben Sasse as school’s president
Read full article: UF Board of Trustees votes unanimously to select Sen. Ben Sasse as school’s presidentThe University of Florida Board of Trustees on Tuesday voted unanimously to select U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse as the school’s 13th president.
UF presidential search process draws no-confidence vote
Read full article: UF presidential search process draws no-confidence voteThe University of Florida’s Faculty Senate on Thursday passed a resolution saying members have no confidence in a presidential search process that led to U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse being the sole finalist to lead the university.
UF won’t allow protests inside campus buildings after Sen. Sasse hiring forum drew large, chanting crowd
Read full article: UF won’t allow protests inside campus buildings after Sen. Sasse hiring forum drew large, chanting crowdIn an effort to crack down on future protests, current UF President Kent Fuchs on Monday issued a statement saying the university will resume enforcement of a regulation on the books for at least two decades, prohibiting protests inside campus buildings.
‘I’m just choosing joy’: Paralyzed in car accident, Patric Young using his platform to share faith, positivity
Read full article: ‘I’m just choosing joy’: Paralyzed in car accident, Patric Young using his platform to share faith, positivityPatric Young, all 6-foot-10 of him, emerges from the dim background and rolls slowly across the stage in his wheelchair at New Life Christian Fellowship. The crowd, this time, students at his alma mater, Providence, rise to their feet and cheer.
Edward Waters University students will soon be able to earn nursing degrees, partnership with University of Florida
Read full article: Edward Waters University students will soon be able to earn nursing degrees, partnership with University of FloridaStudents from Edward Waters University will soon have a pathway to earn a bachelor of science in nursing, or a B.S.N. degree. EWU and the University of Florida College of Nursing entered into an agreement Wednesday that allows up to five Edward Waters students into the program.
Sen. Ben Sasse from Nebraska faces questions at UF amid protests outside
Read full article: Sen. Ben Sasse from Nebraska faces questions at UF amid protests outsideNebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse faced pointed questions and loud protests Monday during his first visit to the University of Florida as the lone finalist for the school’s presidency.
UF committee’s pick of Republican Sen. Ben Sasse as next school president irks some students, alumni
Read full article: UF committee’s pick of Republican Sen. Ben Sasse as next school president irks some students, alumniAs students and faculty celebrate homecoming this week, there’s controversy around a University of Florida committee’s pick for the school’s next president.
UF ranked No. 5 among public universities for 2nd straight year
Read full article: UF ranked No. 5 among public universities for 2nd straight yearThe University of Florida was ranked one of the top five public universities in the nation for the second year in a row, according to the annual rankings released Monday by U.S. News & World Report.
Florida AD says Georgia ‘seems committed’ to keeping game in Jacksonville
Read full article: Florida AD says Georgia ‘seems committed’ to keeping game in JacksonvilleWhile Georgia head coach Kirby Smart has stated he wants the game in Athens, Florida AD Scott Stricklin says the Georgia administration has no plans to move the game.
A surprising climate change contributor: retention ponds that reduce flooding
Read full article: A surprising climate change contributor: retention ponds that reduce floodingNew research out of the University of Florida suggests that stormwater ponds, specifically permanently wet retention ponds, are a significant source of climate change-causing greenhouse gas emissions.
Mosquitos are attracted to these 2 colors most (sorry, Georgia Bulldogs fans)
Read full article: Mosquitos are attracted to these 2 colors most (sorry, Georgia Bulldogs fans)Dr. Phil Koehler has been studying mosquitos for 47 years as an entomologist. He retired from the University of Florida but still goes to work there every day to conduct research.
Controversial ‘viewpoint’ survey sent to Florida’s colleges draws criticism from faculty
Read full article: Controversial ‘viewpoint’ survey sent to Florida’s colleges draws criticism from facultyThe survey is in response to HB 233 signed into law in 2021 by Governor DeSantis, who, at the time, claimed universities were prone to suppressing certain political viewpoints, though he did not cite any specific examples or elaborate on which viewpoints were being suppressed.
Florida lawmakers pass bill aimed at shielding information in higher ed searches
Read full article: Florida lawmakers pass bill aimed at shielding information in higher ed searchesThe University of Florida is beginning its search for a new president this month, and legislation heading to the governor’s desk could make it the first such search held behind closed doors since the late 1960s.
UF graduate Erin Jackson favored to end US speedskating drought in China
Read full article: UF graduate Erin Jackson favored to end US speedskating drought in ChinaThe former inline and roller derby skater from balmy Ocala, Florida, has made huge strides since 2018, when she finished 24th in the 500 meters in South Korea.
Another social media threat aimed at Florida university
Read full article: Another social media threat aimed at Florida universityNot even a day after authorities said a University of North Florida student threatened a mass shooting on social media, another threat was made on the same app. This time, it was at the University of Florida.
Judge: UF can’t stop faculty in cases conflicting with state
Read full article: Judge: UF can’t stop faculty in cases conflicting with stateA federal judge has blocked the University of Florida from enforcing a policy that restricted faculty members from providing expert testimony in cases that conflict with positions taken by the state of Florida.
Omicron wave will ‘potentially’ infect most of Florida’s population, UF study finds
Read full article: Omicron wave will ‘potentially’ infect most of Florida’s population, UF study findsUniversity of Florida researchers predict the omicron variant wave will peak this month. The original prediction for February changed after the recent surge of cases.