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  Spending Spring Break with Frank Underwood

  Just before the hooligans of Gainesville ventured off to their various Spring Break destinations, Netflix released the highly anticipated third season of its political drama “House of Cards.” ...

  On March 9, 2015 / By Dean Sandquist
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  Gatorade: Gainesville’s Secret Stuff

  “It’s great to be a Florida Gator.” Every student, alumnus or ACR knows this phrase all too well. It’s the most common chant in the Swamp; it whistles ...

  On January 27, 2015 / By Dean Sandquist
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  In with the New: Jim McElwain to Florida

  The Florida Gators’ search for their new head coach is over. Jim McElwain, former head coach of Colorado State University’s football team, will be Will Muschamp’s successor after ...

  On December 8, 2014 / By Dean Sandquist
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  ACCENT Presents: Stephen A. Smith

  Stephen A. Smith, a radio host, show host and reporter for ESPN, spoke at the Philips Center on Nov. 12 for the Accent Speakers Series. Smith is most well-known ...

  On November 13, 2014 / By Dean Sandquist
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  “Time Is Illmatic” Pays Homage to Nas’ Legendary Album

  On Oct. 9, director One9 released “Time is Illmatic,” a documentary journeying through the life of rapper Nasir “Nas” Jones and his quest to make the perfect album. ...

  On October 16, 2014 / By Dean Sandquist
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  Rappers: Bright Minds and Big Checks

  Recent speculation regarding a multibillion dollar deal between Beats Electronics and Apple continues to make waves. Rap mogul and Beats founder Dr. Dre looks to close a deal ...

  On May 27, 2014 / By Dean Sandquist
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  Yik Yak Paddywhack Give Beta a Bone

  Finals week. Students head toward the library doors, open up their Smokin’ Notes, pop an addy and start the grind. There is nothing like the slap in the ...

  On May 1, 2014 / By Dean Sandquist
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  “Game of Thrones” and the Nerd Theory

  Everyone on Earth is a “nerd.” Whether it’s about astronomical theories or about baseball statistics, people have an obsession for obsessing. For many college students nationwide, the HBO ...

  On April 7, 2014 / By Dean Sandquist