The University of Florida’s next president will enter a higher education system that’s grown markedly more political.
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UF’s Ben Sasse era is ending. Here are 5 ways it’ll be remembered.
Amid criticism, Sasse focused on big-picture questions. After nearly two years, most have gone unanswered.
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University of Florida taps Kent Fuchs as interim president
The popular president will serve starting in August after Ben Sasse steps down.
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University of Florida President Ben Sasse resigns
The former Republican senator from Nebraska cited his wife’s health.
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Bye-bye, bake sales? USF plan would restrict campus banners, fundraisers
Proposed changes to a student activities policy would give the university more control over protests and other events.
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Top New College administrator leaving for Florida Poly
Bradley Thiessen remained popular with students and staff through the school’s tumultuous transition.
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Months after USF protests, accused students push back on punishments
One student was suspended until 2025. Another was expelled. Others are facing criminal charges.
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UF professors OK two new majors — with some reservations
The proposed new majors must still go before the university’s academic affairs unit, board of trustees and the Board of Governors next spring.
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Among USF Gaza protesters: a past supporter of Palestinian Islamic Jihad
In 2006, Hatem Fariz pleaded guilty to providing nonviolent support to the terrorist group. Since Oct. 7, he’s helped organize Tampa pro-Palestine rallies.
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Water Street, Midtown, USF? School high on golf course potential
Trustees envision a major mixed-use development coming to the shuttered Claw at USF golf course.