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Official account of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida. Journeys Begin Here
From first-gen to future lawyer. 🎓

UF student Sarah Hoffer found her voice — and her path to the courtroom — by turning challenge into purpose.

Read her story of grit, growth, and Gator spirit: news.clas.ufl.edu/finding-her-...
November 13, 2025 at 1:52 PM
🌎 Big news for atmospheric and Earth science!

UF has joined the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, a leading consortium shaping the future of climate and atmospheric research.

🔗 news.clas.ufl.edu/uf-joins-prestigious-ucar-consortium-to-advance-atmospheric-and-earth-science-research
UF joins prestigious UCAR Consortium to advance atmospheric and earth science research
UF has been accepted as a member of the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, a premier consortium that unites top-tier institutions in atmospheric and Earth system sciences.
news.clas.ufl.edu
November 6, 2025 at 1:33 PM
UF scientists can now listen to magnetism.

Their vibrating “nano drums” just a few atoms thick reveal hidden magnetic rhythms — a breakthrough that could power the next generation of fast, energy-efficient computers.

Read more:
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November 3, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Thrilled to celebrate Dr. Brent Sumerlin, UF CLAS professor, for being one of only two recipients of the UF Foundation Term Professorship Award for 2025–26!

His exceptional research and mentorship continue to drive innovation across CLAS and the Gator Nation. 💙🧡

#UFCLAS #UFResearch
September 30, 2025 at 7:31 PM
🚀 Big congrats to UF Ph.D. candidates Jay Shi and Jesse Kisembe, along with their advisors Rana Ezzeddine and Barry Wen, on earning NASA’s prestigious FINESST Fellowship! This award supports graduate research that pushes the boundaries of Earth and space science—and Gators are leading the way. 🐊🌍✨
July 2, 2025 at 7:41 PM
50 years ago, "Jaws" was released in theaters, instilling many movie goers with a fear of sharks. Join Associate Professor of Biology Gareth Fraser as he fights fear with understanding by sharing some of his research on these majestic creatures.

Read the story: news.clas.ufl.edu/the-conversa...
June 20, 2025 at 5:39 PM
The latest issue of Ytori Magazine is here!
Discover the power of experiential learning and how CLAS is teaching students to think independently and make their voices heard. Meet faculty, students, alumni and staff who are taking learning beyond the classroom.
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June 18, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Supported by the National Science Foundation, a UF team of researchers led by @uf-clas.bsky.social Department of @ufgeog.bsky.social Professor Corene Matyas, has identified the patterns of rain rates within storms and studied the moisture surrounding these storms. #NSF75
Tracking rain patterns will improve hurricane forecasting, UF researcher finds
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May 8, 2025 at 2:57 PM
🎉 Congrats to Glenn Bruda, Sultan Khanfar, and Monique Kubovsky for being selected as 2025 Goldwater Scholars! 🌟 CLAS proudly celebrates these students for receiving this prestigious honor, recognizing their achievements in STEM. 👏

Read more here: studentsuccess.ufl.edu/success-stor...
https://studentsuccess.ufl.edu/success-stories/2025/ufs-2025-goldwater-scholars/"
April 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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What is dark energy—and why does it matter?

New data from DESI could upend what we thought we knew about space and time. UF's Dr. Zachary Slepian is helping lead the charge.

🔗 news.ufl.edu/2025/04/dark...

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Unraveling the mysteries of dark energy at UF
<p>Astronomer Zachary Slepian is leading explorations into this mysterious force.</p>
news.ufl.edu
April 15, 2025 at 5:43 PM