Schools & Kids
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · Alachua County
UF Accounting Professor Jennifer Wu Tucker Named 2026 Research Foundation Professor
UF accounting professor Jennifer Wu Tucker earned designation as a 2026 Research Foundation Professor, recognizing her work on artificial intelligence and financial reporting.
UF Board of Trustees Names Stuart Bell as 14th President
The University of Florida Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Stuart R. Bell as the university's 14th president. The Florida Board of Governors will vote on ratification June 25.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
UF Political Scientist Daniel Smith Wins National Career Achievement Award
UF political scientist Daniel Smith received the 2026 Career Achievement Award from the American Political Science Association for his research on voting rights, elections and state politics.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
UF Study: Young Frogs Delay Immune Response to Prioritize Growth
University of Florida researchers found that young coqui frogs infected with a deadly fungus delay immune defenses to prioritize rapid growth, a survival strategy that could help inform captive breeding programs.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
UF trains autistic adults for semiconductor jobs
UF launches a second cohort of its PATHS program, training autistic adults for semiconductor manufacturing careers through virtual reality and hands-on instruction.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
UF Students Gain Hands-On Experience at Camp Boggy Creek, Serving Children with Serious Illnesses
UF tourism and hospitality students completed field experience at Camp Boggy Creek in Eustis, serving children with serious medical conditions through activities like archery, horseback riding and music.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
UF Expert: Plain Water Beats Trendy Hydration Products for Most Gainesville Residents
A UF nutrition expert says plain water is all most Gainesville residents need during summer. Electrolyte beverages and alkaline water products offer no advantage for everyday hydration.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
UF Dietitian Offers Alzheimer's Prevention Tips for June Awareness Month
A UF dietitian shares science-backed strategies to reduce dementia risk, from specific eating patterns to exercise and sleep quality.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
UF Researchers Develop AI Tool That Diagnoses Dementia Types with Near-Perfect Accuracy
University of Florida researchers developed an AI tool that diagnoses Alzheimer's disease versus dementia with Lewy bodies with near-perfect accuracy, reducing a misdiagnosis rate that currently reaches 50%.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
UF Eyes $500M Engineering Boom to Tackle Florida Tech Shortage
The University of Florida is pushing for $500 million in state funding to expand engineering facilities, aiming to supercharge STEM education amid Florida's booming tech sector. The proposal targets workforce gaps in high-demand fields like data science and advanced manufacturing. With Gainesville at the epicenter, UF's multibillion-dollar building spree could reshape the state's innovation landscape.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Florida Senate OKs Bill Capping Teacher Tenure at 4 Years
In a bold move to elevate classroom performance, the Florida Senate has passed legislation limiting teacher tenure to just four years while mandating merit-based evaluations. The measure, aimed at statewide public school gains, reignites a decade-old debate on accountability versus job security. Backed by GOP leaders, it heads to the House amid teacher union pushback.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026