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Small Satellites

Published: November 26 2008

When you think of a satellite, you probably picture something the size of a school bus. Now University of Florida engineers have developed one you could hold in your hand, weighing about two pounds.

Dip in consumer confidence signals disappointing holiday retail season

Published: November 25 2008

New program to address hypertension and obesity concerns among local African-American families

Published: November 25 2008

Scientists build 'roach motel' for nasty bugs of the bacterial variety

Published: November 24 2008

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The vacancy sign is on, but the lowlifes who check in never check out.

Phone counseling works to reinforce weight loss, UF study finds

Published: November 24 2008

Winners of the 2008 International Educator of the Year announced

Published: November 20 2008

Art exhibit shares stories of domestic violence so lives can be saved

Published: November 19 2008

Floridians expect to dramatically reduce holiday shopping, survey shows

Published: November 19 2008

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Tough economic times are forcing Florida consumers to drastically cut plans for holiday spending, leaving retailers with what may be their worst season in decades, according to telephone surveys of more than 500 state residents.

Climate change opens new avenue for spread of invasive plants

Published: November 19 2008

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Plants that range northward because of climate change may be better at defending themselves against local enemies than native plants.

Virtual China

Published: November 19 2008

If you didn’t make it to Beijing for the Olympics, you could one day experience China here at home. University of Florida engineers have designed a virtual reality system that replicates China, right down to streets and businesses.

National magazine Seventeen features UF student

Published: November 18 2008

ABC News teams up with UF

Published: November 18 2008

Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Monica Elliott

Published: November 18 2008

Congressional Quarterly: Michael Heaney

Published: November 18 2008

Summer program inspires community service

Published: November 17 2008

Bergstrom Center names Alumnus of the Year

Published: November 17 2008

Samuel Proctor Lecture Series concludes with new center director

Published: November 17 2008

Print to Web seminar offered

Published: November 17 2008

Jette to speak on the future of disability in America

Published: November 17 2008

Media advisory

Groundbreaking for new small animal hospital

Published: November 17 2008

Media advisory

Update: Weekly

Published: November 17 2008

African beadwork exhibition now open at the Harn

Published: November 14 2008

Graham to speak at UF on sustainability in a 'distressed economy'

Published: November 13 2008

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Multimedia: To widen path to outer space, UF engineers build small satellite

Published: November 13 2008

To widen path to outer space, UF engineers build small satellite

Published: November 13 2008

Planting of trees near Everglades will offset carbon from football game

Published: November 13 2008

Former faculty administrator donates $110,000 to Fine Arts

Published: November 12 2008

UF-tied research to study embryos in space

Published: November 12 2008

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Mankind’s quick trips to space haven’t had to cope with many problems that come with a longer stay off-planet, but research aboard the next shuttle mission will address one issue bound to come up in the foray to the final frontier — extraterrestrial motherhood.

Fructose Fix

Published: November 12 2008

You’ve probably heard the warnings about obesity linked to consuming too much fructose in your diet. Now a University of Florida study shows fructose may actually hard-wire the body for future weight gain.

UF officials notify dental patients of computer breach

Published: November 12 2008

Libraries sponsor second-annual Geographic Information Systems Day on Nov. 19

Published: November 10 2008

Flavet Village's historical marker to be dedicated on Nov. 12

Published: November 10 2008

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Update: Weekly

Published: November 10 2008

Gator swimming and diving teams take on South Carolina on Nov. 8

Published: November 7 2008

Zoologists: Sea snakes seek out freshwater to slake thirst

Published: November 6 2008

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Sea snakes may slither in saltwater, but they sip the sweet stuff.

'Gator Watch' to promote game-day safety

Published: November 6 2008

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Student seeks 'marginally small' printing change

Published: November 5 2008


New Gator ad campaign makes debut at Gator Growl

Published: November 5 2008

Puberty Pressure

Published: November 5 2008

Adolescence can take quite a toll. Now University of Florida researchers have found that when dealing with social pressures girls who go through puberty early face more stress than girls who mature on schedule.

Don't forget to vote today

Published: November 4 2008

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Driscoll appointed to world copyright group

Published: November 4 2008

Law students to converse with U.S. Justice

Published: November 4 2008

Dentistry awarded $5 million for research center

Published: November 4 2008

Brief consultations may affect students' health-risk behavior

Published: November 3 2008

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — College students cut down on drinking alcohol, using marijuana and drunken driving after receiving a new form of health consultation that addresses multiple risk behaviors and focuses on positive self-image, a University of Florida study has found.

David Colburn to kickoff library presidential campaign exhibit with discussion of his book on Florida politics

Published: November 3 2008

UF to become first campus nationwide to observe World Diabetes Day on Nov. 14

Published: November 3 2008

Update: Weekly

Published: November 3 2008

Why Americans don't vote - and what can be done about it

Published: November 1 2008

Americans go to the polls next week to select our next president. Interest is high in a contest featuring the first major party black presidential candidate, the worst financial crisis since the great depression, and the country bogged down in two far off wars.

Administrative change announced –letter from President Machen

Published: November 5 2008

(The below message was sent as an e-mail to the Deans, Directors and Department Chairs listserv on Nov. 5, 2008) Duke University announced today that Kyle Cavanaugh has accepted a position there as Vice President of Human Resources. He will be leaving UF in January.

Associated Press: David Denslow

Published: November 18 2008

Economist David Denslow was quoted in a Nov. 6 Associated Press story about the impact of Florida’s foreclosure rate on the losing candidacy of John McCain.

Business Week: Norbert Dunkel

Published: November 18 2008

Norbert Dunkel, director of housing, was quoted in a Nov. 2 Business Week story about the declining investment value for parents who want to buy condos for their college-age children

Byrd earns state after-school award

Published: November 4 2008

Charles E. Byrd, assistant professor of Tourism and Sport Management at the College of Health and Human Performance, recently received the 2008 Award of Excellence from the Florida After School Alliance (FASA) and the National After School Association (NAA). This prestigious award recognizes Byrd for demonstrating outstanding service to school-age children. The award also recognizes advocacy of the after-school initiative at both state and national levels.

Communication awards program announced

Published: November 17 2008

The University of Florida Communications Network recently announced a call for entries for this year’s Golden Gator communications awards program. The program is open to all University of Florida employees who have implemented communications on behalf of the university. For more details, visit http://ufcn.urel.ufl.edu/goldengators/index.shtml.

Dallas Morning News: John Sutherland

Published: November 18 2008

Advertising professor John Sutherland was quoted in a Nov. 1 Dallas Morning News story about the types of campaign ads done close to the actual election.

Davenport named department chairman

Published: November 17 2008

Paul Davenport, a professor in the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, recently was named acting chairman of the college’s department of physiological sciences. Davenport’s work as a psychologist focuses primarily on the study of human breathing and respiratory rehabilitation. His work has benefited individuals, asthmatic children, U.S. Navy divers and the actor Christopher Reeve, among othe

Dental Desperados Campaign a slam dunk

Published: November 4 2008

There was a whirl of boots, hats, kerchiefs and dollar bills during a recent two-day Dental Desperados Community Campaign. A silent auction, dunking booth and voting contest — to determine who would win a pie in the face — were part of the festivities. David Stillwell received the most $1 votes for the honor of having a pie in the face, which was administered by Dean Teresa Dolan. The event helped the College of Dentistry raise $2,000 for the annual UF Community Campaign.

Explore Air Force careers on Nov. 6

Published: November 4 2008

The Air Force Career Day will be held from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 6 in the Reitz Student Union Colonnade. There will be officers from different career fields who will be available for questions. Air Force career fields include but are not limited to lawyers, medical professionals, communications specialists, special investigators and police officers.

Fans asked to bring canned foods to Saturday's game

Published: November 20 2008

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida’s Gators Canned Goods Challenge for Kids already has helped raise more than 3,300 pounds of food for the Bread of the Mighty Food Bank in Gainesville, but many local food banks are in dire need of contributions to assist families for the upcoming holiday season.

Gator holiday e-cards available

Published: November 17 2008

Why not share some Gator spirit along with annual holiday greetings this year? Sending e-cards supports the University of Florida’s commitment to sustainability. Free e-cards are once again available. Numerous, easy-to-download layouts are provided at http://identity.ufl.edu/gatorNation/cards.html.

Green careers are red hot - New degree helps students prepare for sustainability jobs

Published: November 18 2008

Environmentalists aren’t the only ones with “green jobs” anymore. Green or sustainability jobs, in which professionals work to solve problems like energy use and urbanization, are popping up in practically every business, government and nonprofit sector — under job titles such as sustainability officer, sustainable design professional, resource manager and energy engineer.

Harn receives Warhol prints

Published: November 28 2008

The Harn Museum of Art recently received a grant of 150 original Polaroid photographs and gelatin silver prints from one of the nation’s most prestigious arts foundations, the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts.

Long receives national nursing award

Published: November 17 2008

Kathleen Long, dean of the University of Florida College of Nursing, recently was selected as the 2008 recipient of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Sister Bernadette Armiger Award. This award recognizes a nursing leader who has made significant contributions to AACN and its goals, as well as to nursing education and the advancement of the profession.

MSNBC: Harvey Lillywhite

Published: November 28 2008

Zoologist Harvey Lillywhite was quoted in a Nov. 17 MSNBC story about his research that found sea snakes actually prefer to drink freshwater. The story was the result of a News Bureau news release.

Originator and executive producer of 'Batman' to speak on Nov. 18

Published: November 13 2008

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Originator and executive producer of the “Batman” movie series, Michael Uslan, will be speaking at the University of Florida at 8 p.m. on Nov. 18 in the Reitz Student Union Grand Ballroom. This event is free and open to the public with first come first serve seating. Doors will open at 7:15 p.m.

Preserve healthy cabbage palms

Published: November 20 2008

This op-ed appeared Nov. 20, 2008 in The Miami Herald. By: Jack Putz Francis E. ”Jack” Putz is a professor of botany at the University of Florida in Gainesville.

Professors receive Olympic recognition

Published: November 28 2008

Professors James Zhang and Dan Connaughton from the department of Tourism Recreation and Sport Management at the College of Health and Human Performance recently received Outstanding Service Awards from the Beijing Olympic Organizing Committee and the International Olympic Committee. The awards were given for participation as Olympic volunteers at the 2008 Olympic Games.

Visit the Gator Story mobile studio

Published: November 17 2008

Watch for the mobile recording studio to tell your Gator story. The resulting videos will be added to more than 100 others at http://insidethegatornation.com/. A few videos will appear on the jumbo screens at upcoming football and basketball games.

Wall Street Journal: Daniel Smith

Published: November 18 2008

Political science professor Daniel Smith was quoted in a Nov. 8 Wall Street Journal story about how new voters helped Barack Obama win in Florida. A link is unavailable because the Journal is by subscription only.