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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida’s August consumer confidence level was 77, a figure unchanged since July, according to a monthly University of Florida survey.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida is partnering with the On The Hub network to provide free Microsoft Office software for all enrolled Gators.

Media advisory

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — “Bring it to the Table,” an online webisode series and engagement campaign aimed at bridging political divides and elevating the national conversation, is coming to the University of Florida’s Turlington Plaza from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 31. The program is sponsored by the Bob Graham Center for Public Service.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The RecSports Extravaganza will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Southwest Recreation Center. University of Florida students, faculty and staff are invited to participate.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida’s offices of Multicultural & Diversity Affairs, Student Activities and Involvement, and Student Government will host the 2012 Welcome Assemblies during the Week of Culture, Aug. 23-29.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Creating virtual plants could solve real problems, such as reducing vitamin deficiencies in humans, according to University of Florida researchers.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida Student Government and the University of Florida Bookstores have renewed their partnership for the 2012 edition of Discount Day at the UF Bookstores.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A tour aimed at engaging young voters during this election season will arrive at the University of Florida Monday to hold a rally where students can share their opinions on such topics as jobs, education, health care, immigration and voter participation.