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VOLUME 98 ISSUE 131 We Inform. You Decide.


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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005


No stay; State executes Ocha


By EVA KIS
Alligator Staff Writer
ekis@alligator.org

RAIFORD Gov. Jeb Bush said Tuesday morning that he
might stay an execution scheduled for that night in deference
to the pope's passing Saturday.
No such order came. But then, Glen James Ocha would
not have wanted it.
Ocha, 47, was sentenced to die for the Oct. 5, 1999 murder
of a convenience store employee in Osceola County after
pleading guilty at his trial and refusing to allow his public
defender to present any evidence. Later, he waived all pos-
sible appeals and dismissed his attorneys.
In his final statement, afforded to every death row inmate
before execution is carried out, a coherent and contrite Ocha
explained himself, beginning with an apology to his victim
and her family and friends.
"This is the punishment that I deserve. I am
PJ b c taking responsibility for my actions... this is my
# Iy1 responsibility I have to take," he said.
Attorney Gregory Hill, Ocha's standby coun-
sel, read a statement Ocha dictated at a press conference fol-
lowing the execution.
'"I unjustly took the life of Carol Skjerva. I have made my
peace with my God and go now to face His judgment."
Twenty-seven witnesses, none from Ocha's family or
Skjerva's immediate family who are not allowed to attend
the execution watched silently as a lethal injection was
administered to Ocha at 6:01 p.m.
He was pronounced dead at 6:09 p.m.
Department of Corrections spokesman Sterling Ivey spent
part of his day with Ocha, saying he woke up at 5 a.m. in
what Ivey characterized as a "very positive" mood.
"He indicated to officers outside his cell that he was look-
ing forward to his execution," Ivey said.
However, Ocha did elect to take the sedative offered to
condemned prisoners before their sentence is carried out.
Though death row inmates are not granted special privi-
leges on their final day, they do receive a traditional last meal.
Personally prepared by the prison's food service director,
Ocha requested a chicken breast, potato salad, corn, two bis-
cuits and a large glass of Pepsi served at 10:30 a.m., Ivey said.
SEE OCHA, PAGE 10


UF weighs in on raising tuition, services


By STEPHANIE GARRY
Alligator Staff Writer
srgarry@alligator.org

UF students may have to pay at least
$4,000 more each year if the university is to
reach- the Top 10, but UF officials promise to
return the investment.
UF operates on $150 to $200 million less
revenue than its peers, and most of the dis-
parity comes from tuition. UF actually pulls
in $41 to $94 million more in state appro-
priations than the University of Michigan,
the University of Wisconsin and Ohio State


Quarterback
Josh Portis is only
17 years old but
already in the mix
for UF's backup
quarterback job. He
was originally com-
mitted to Utah, but
when Meyer left for
UF, so did he.
See story, pg. 22.


"Whatever tuition is raised, Bright
Futures has to come up with that
much more."
Manny Fernandez
Board of Trustees chairman

University, some of the nation's best public
institutions.
But those universities generate an aver-
age $319 million more in tuition than UF.
If UF could close the gap, UF President
Bernie Machen plans to spend $80 million


to hire 500 new faculty members,-$35 million
to give faculty a raise, $25 million for need-
based student financial aid and $10 million
to hire 100 student advisers, he wrote in an
e-mail.
"The students don't seem to recognize
that they're not getting the quality education
they're needing," Machen said in an inter-
view, adding that class sizes are too large and
students don't have enough advisers. "The
problem is we don't have a lot of the money
that other schools have."
University stakeholders seem to support
SEE MERIT, PAGE 10


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* The bat bites that ailed
two UF students last week
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By JAMES VANLANDINGHAM
Alligator Staff Writer
jvanl@alligator.org

TALLAHASSEE Gov. Jeb Bush
publicly distanced himself from Rep.
Dennis Baxley's "Academic Freedom
Bill of Rights" on Tuesday, just hours
before the Ocala Republican led his
House Education Council through a
90-minute promotional workshop of
the bill with a right-wing activist.
"I don't know that this bill itself is
the solution to the problem, but I do
believe that freedom should go both
ways," Bush said. "If you're in the
minority view in a university, your
view should be able to be expressed.
I think Rep. Baxley is right to open a
debate on this, but
whether we need
to pass the bill or
not, I don't know if
that's necessary."
At the Capitol,
Baxley opened the
council meeting
by saying that per-
Baxley sonal criticism he
received about the bill was a sign the
government should step in to govern
what university professors can say in
the classroom.
"I've been called an ass, bigot and
a slew of other names in the news-
papers," he said. "This name-calling
approach is a sign of the intolerance
that the leftists show to those who
disagree with them."
As the only speaker on the work-
shop agenda, David Horowitz was
billed as an expert on academic
freedom as founder of Students for
Academic Freedom, a group that
Baxley said inspired the bill.

Fair and balanced
But House Democrats dubbed
Horowitz a "far-right extremist" in a
statement Tuesday.
As editor of Front Page Magazine,
SEE FREEDOM, PAGE 11


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News Today


NATIONAL
Murder conviction causes
rapper to change stage name
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP)
- Rapper C-Murder, who is ap-
pealing his conviction in the 2002
killing of a teenager, has changed
his stage name because he thinks
he's been misunderstood.
"I am not a murderer," the
rapper, whose real name is Corey
Miller, said in a statement Tuesday.
He will now go by C Miller, his
publicist said. Miller said people
misinterpreted the C-Murder name,
which he intended to reflect his up-
bringing in one of New Orleans'
most violent housing projects.
"People hear the name C-
Murder and they don't realize that
the name simply means that I have
seen many murders in my native
Calliope projects neighborhood,"
the rapper said.


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Miller was convicted of
second-degree murder Sept.
30, 2003, in the death of Steve
Thomas, 16, a fan who was shot
-to death inside a nightclub in the
New Orleans suburb of Harvey.
He faces a mandatory life sen-
tence without parole.

CORRECTIONS
A photo caption in Monday's
Alligator incorrectly identified
the fraternity membership of
dancers on Turlington Plaza.
The correct fraternity is Iota Phi
Theta.


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Keith Kameg did return phone
calls for comment on the fight at
238 West covered in Tuesday's
Alligator.
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 0 ALLIGATOR, 3


UF to digitally preserve newspapers of old Florida


By EMILY YEHLE
Alligator Writer
eyehle@alligator.org

UF librarians soon will immortalize the pages of sev-
eral old Florida newspapers, aiding the Library of Congress's
quest to save and spread the words of past journalists.
With a $320,000 grant in hand, UF libraries will digitize
some of the state's newspapers originally printed between
1900 and 1910.
The selection will span across Florida, focusing on areas
of the state with sizable populations at the time, said Dale
Canelas, director of UF's libraries.
"These newspapers are an incredible source," she said. "It
was eyewitness from people who were there at the time.
In many instances, it's the only way to find out.what hap-


opened "
UF has received federal grants for years to convert news-
papers to microfilm, and its collection is the best in the state,
Canelas said.
UF staff has even tapped other archives and libraries in
Florida, she -said, to preserve unique collections on micro-
film.
U F Now, UF will be responsible for preserv-
Academlm CS ing Florida's past through careful selection
of 100,000 or more newspaper pages..
Most of UF's newspaper collection sits only on microfilm,
forcing interested researchers to manually sift through issues
and pay for copies.
Four universities and two public libraries received $1.9
million in'grants from the Library of Congress and the
National Endowment for the Humanities.


To ease the way for those researchers, UF officials will have
to contribute some funds to the project as part of the grant's
requirements.
The effort is part of the National Digital Newspaper
Project, which aims to digitize the nation's significant news-
papers from between 1836 and 1922.
The files then will be posted online free to the public. UF's
contribution will be available through the Library of Congress
and UF's Web site.
Searchable newspapers will benefit faculty, students and
anyone interested in Florida history, Canelas said.
"The people who are most interested in Florida history
tend to be faculty in various institutions in Florida," she said,
noting that all of Florida's public universities have a faculty
expert on Florida history. "It just makes it a lot easier to locate
information."


STUDENT LIFE

Revamped football lottery requires phone registration


By KYLIE CRAIG
Alligator Writer
kcraig@alligator.org

Gators football fans will have to wel-
come a new system of obtaining season
football tickets this year.
- While last year's online lottery proved
to be a success, providing 92 percent
of those who registered with tickets,
the University Athletic Association has
tweaked the system once again.
This year, instead of registering for
tickets online, students will be given a
three-week window beginning April 11 in
which they can call in and enter the lottery
to receive tickets.


Mark Gajda, UF Student Ticket Office
supervisor, said the change is being made
in part because of the large number of tick-
ets that went unclaimed last year.
"Out of 21,500 winners, we had thou-
sands of people that won who didn't end
up buying their tickets," Gajda said.
Students need to realize they don't
have to worry about getting through on
the first day and should be patient when
calling, Gajda said.
"When you get through has no bearing
on the results," he said.
When students do get through they'll
be required to give their student ID num-
ber and credit card numbers, Gajda said.
Every student will be charged when


they call, but if they don't end up winning
the lottery we'll take the charge off of their
credit card, Gajda said.
"Out of 21,500 winners, we had
thousands of people that won who
didn't end up buying their tickets."
Mark Gajda
UF Student Ticket Office supervisor

The only factor determining who has
the best chance at tickets this year will be
credit hours.
Students with the most hours will be
given top priority for tickets.
However, only credit hours earned at
UF will be counted.


This will leave some transfer students
and students with AP and dual-enroll-
ment credits from high school with a lower
chance of being selected.
UF senior and former SFCC student
Christian Harden said he disagrees with
the new selection process.
"Just because you transferred in from
another school doesn't make you any less
of a Gator football fan," Harden said. "A
lot of people go to Santa Fe because they
love UF and want to get in so they can at-
tend the football games."
The period to register for tickets ends
on April 29.
Winners will be contacted by e-mail on
May 5 or can find out -their ticket status
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PUBLIC SAFETY

Police deny accusations


By ANDREW ABRAMSON
Alligator Staff Writer
aabramson@alligator.org

One day after Iota Phi Theta
Fraternity members accused a
Gainesville Police Department officer
of trampling one of its brothers with a
horse during a brawl outside of the club
238 West on Sunday morning, GPD said
the claim is untrue.
"We don't believe it happened,"
GPD spokesman Keith Kameg said. "No
one's called internal affairs and no one
claimed to be injured that night."
Rafael Dominguez stands by his
claim and said he filed an official com-
plaint with the GPD early Tuesday
evening, nearly three days after the
incident.
"I definitely have eyewitnesses,"
Dominguez said. "There were a lot of
eyewitnesses, so [the police] can't deny
[the claim] because there were a lot of
people that saw that."
Dominguez also claims that security
within the club physically assaulted and
used a stun gun on him.
Kameg said if such injuries described
had taken place, someone would have
likely come forward to police.
Instead, Kameg said the crowd of
more than 1,000 people fled. The dis-


patch report said many of the clubgo-
ers left for Simon's, once 238 West was
closed down.
"Traditionally in. bar fights, what
you get into is 'he said, he said,' and
.that's something we deal with," Kameg
said. "Everybody wants to say they
were victimized.
"We don't believe it happened.
No one's called internal af-
fairs and no one claimed to be
injured that night."
Keith Kameg
GPD spokesman

"If somebody's out there making al-
legations that we had misconduct, just
telling media and not coming forward
[to us] doesn't put much validity in it."
Several members of 'lota Phi Theta
pinpointed UF football players for.
participating in the brawl, but Kameg
said not a single clubgoer was officially
identified.
"We had to deal with such a large
crowd trying to rush the door and
that became the priority," Kameg said.
"When we finally got control of the
crowd, any person involved in any fight
was gone. Nobody would talk to us."


Group attracts donors


By JESSICA RIFFEL
Alligator Contributing Writer

More than 100 students formed a "liv-
ing green ribbon" onion the Reitz Union
North Lawn to promote organ and tissue
donation Tuesday afternoon.
Get Carded, an educational program
that informs students about donation, or-
ganized the event.
"It's very important to become a donor
because one person can save up to 100 lives
by being an organ and tissue donor," said
Shantelle Carmichael, Get Carded's organi-
zational recruitment director.
The human ribbon was photographed
from the roof of Constans Theatre and will
be used to help raise awareness of the im-
portance of organ and tissue donation.
"It's painless," said Gail Keeler, a gradu-
ate student who participated in the ribbon.
"It's a way you can save someone else's.life
without doing a bit of effort except letting
your family know."
After posing for the picture, students
ate pizza and snow cones and could climb
a rock wall or participate in other carnival-
themed activities.
While students enjoyed the free food,
Get Carded members passed out informa-
tional pamphlets, which included donor
cards. The cards, once signed, are legally


binding to ensure that donors' wishes are
carried out.
"It's not our goal to get everybody
carded, but we want to inform them," Get
Carded member Hannah Lee said.
Instead of pushing students to sign,
members sought to dispel the myths of
donation and to encourage students to talk
to their families.
"I think we've been very successful. It's
always rewarding to have people question
our organization and ask for donor cards,"
Carmichael said.
On Some members of Get
Camipus Carded participated be-
cause they had seen or expe-
rienced first-hand the need for organ and
tissue donations.
Courtney Compagnone, a member of
Get Carded, found out a couple of years
ago she is allergic to acetaminophen.
However, after suffering from a headache,
she took some acetaminophen. Her renal
system collapsed and she spent a month in
Shands HealthCare's Intensive Care Unit.
Compagnone was put on the organ
transplant list for a kidney. As she waited
for a donor, she recovered, eventually not
needing a transplant.
"I know that if I did need a trans-
plant, I'd probably die waiting for it,"
Compagnone said.


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Officials: Bat incidents pose little cause for alarm


* WEATHER CHANGE MAY HAVE LED
TO BAT BITES ON CAMPUS.

By DAVID COHEN
Alligator Writer
dcohen@alligator.org

The bat bites that ailed two UF students
last week were the first bat-induced injuries
on campus in over a decade, a UF official
said Tuesday. Recent weather conditions may
have prompted the incidents, another official
confirmed.
"No one has been bitten on campus in the
last 15 years," said Ken Glover, coordinator
of pest management for UF Environmental
Health & Safety. "They've been basically hi-
bernating for the. last few months," he said,
noting that bats usually hibernate in tempera-
tures below 40 degrees.
Leslie Straub, the director for Florida
Wildlife Care, said in a press release that
Gainesville's recent warmer weather may.


have affected the bat's activity levels.
"This time of year, as air temperatures rise
and we approach spring, [which is] maternity
season for our local bats, their activity rises,"
she wrote in an e-mail. "Recent weather con-
ditions have created situations where there is
an. increasing likelihood that the public will
encounter bats in unexpected places."
Glover added that the bats "may be look-
ing for new places to roost."
Last week, Daniel Depaz, a public relations
junior, found a bat between his classroom's
door and its frame in Weimer Hall. He tried to
help the bat before it bit him.
"Normally, if a healthy bat was looking for
a space to stay, it would not be on the ground,"
Glover said. "If the bat is seen on the ground, it
should be left alone."
Depaz is now undergoing rabies shots,
costing $1,000 for the total treatment, and is
trying to find out if UF will foot the bill for the
life-saving shots.
"I'm definitely looking into it," he said.
Another biting incident occurred last week,


but the bat tested negative for -rabies.
Glover said that at any given -time, ap-
proximately 5,000 bats, or about five percent
of UF's bat population, are infected with ra-
bies. However, about 10 percent of raccoons
are infected with the virus.
Anthony Dennis, assistant environmental
health director for the Alachua County Health
Department, insists that there is
Public no reason for public alarm.
Health "I don't think I would consider
this unusual," he said. "We get bat
bites throughout the year. To this point, there's
been nothing out of the ordinary."
Last month, there were seven bat expo-
sures, and one of them tested positive for
rabies. However, in March 2004, there were
three bat exposures, one of which tested posi-
tive for the deadly virus. In 2004, there were a
total of 13 exposures, afid three were found to
be positive.
Bats have been a UF staple for a long time..
"They have been here long before we
were," Glover said.


In 1987, Johnson Hall, which housed 5,000
bats, burned down and the bats fled to the UF
Track and Field area. Track fans complained
because of their odor, which Glover said smells
like either "roof tar" or a "puppy smell."
Glover added that fans were "freaked out
when bats would swoop over their heads to
eat bugs." In 1991, the University Athletic
Association built the UF Bat House and of-
fered an alternative place for the bats to live.
Today, approximately 100,000 bats take
refuge on Museum Road near Lake Alice,
making the UF Bat House the world's largest
artificial home for the flying mammals, Glover
said.
Despite the incidents last week, Glover
insists that bats are "very beneficial."
"This colony probably eats 1,000 pounds of
flying insects per night," he said.
That is equal to a 40-foot-long tractor trailer
full of mosquitoes, moths, beetles, gnats, flies
and ants per night, Glover added. As a result,
the bats have reduced UF's dependency on
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AROUND GAINESVILLE

SW 20th Avenue faces road closings for evaluation


By IVETTE MENDEZ
Alligator Writer
imendez@alligator.org

Alachua County Public Works
will be conducting a series of
pavement evaluations today and
Thursday, which will cause par-
tial road closings on Southwest
20th Avenue from 9 a.m. to 4
p.m. both days.
The evaluations will deter-
mine what course of action will


be taken to resurface some local
roads.
"Wednesday and Thursday
are light traffic days; that's why
we're doing it then," said Sam
Middleton, a civil engineer for
Alachua County Public Works.
Southwest 20th Avenue be-
tween Southwest 43rd Street and
Southwest 75th Street will be af-
fected by the closings.
The resurfacing of the road is
expected to be completed during


the summer.
"We'd like to have it done
before Fall semester begins,"
Middleton said.
The evaluations will.also de-
termine how extensive the recon-
struction of the road will be.
Unfortunately, the-only major
alternatives for local drivers this
week are Newberry Road and
Archer Road, Middleton said.
"Delays are going to be mini-
mal," he said.


"Delays are going to be
minimal."
Sam Middleton
Alachua County Public Works civil
engineer

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Editorial


Elite entrance?

UF should take the best,

as long as it remains fair
Today is very different from the day that UF was founded
as a land-grant university.
Most of the state isn't underwater or covered in
swampland for one.
More importantly to those in the Florida public educational
system, however, UF isn't the only source of a quality higher
education anymore.
With public universities such as FSU, UCF, USF and oth-
ers around, UF no longer has the burden of providing such an
education to all aspiring high school graduates. Students also
have the option of attending any of the numerous community
colleges and then attending a state university afterward.
Because of this, any artificial restrictions on UF's ability to
accept the best aAd the brightest fromrour state schools would
be inappropriate.
Everyone can agree that UF can't logistically handle more
students than it already does. This means that some choice must
be made as to who gets the privilege of wearing the orange and
blue.
If anyone knows of a better criteria for this choice than scho-
lastic performance and potential, we would love to hear it.
The only other means of determining who receives a space
at UF would be to hold a raffle that includes all students who
did well enough in high school to reasonably expect a college
education.
The Alligator editorial board doesn't think this is the sort of
thing that should be left to pure chance.
If UF sets itself higher above the other state universities be-
cause of an increased quality of accepted students which in
turnattract better faculty and increased outside funding then
it deserves its success.
However, UF must be careful to ensure that it is accepting
those best and brightest students and not discriminating on any
other basis.
UF should not double its in-state tuition, as administrators
would like to do if they can wrest authority over the tuition
rates from the state.
The reason why UF serves both its goals as a land-grant
college and as an institution seeking to be the best is because it
offers a quality education at an affordable price.
If tuition rates are jacked up to approach those of universi-
ties UF wants to emulate, then it will lose the characteristics that
meet its original goals.
UF also should rededicate itself to ensuring that the best
and brightest are able to attend UF, regardless of socioeconomic
status.
As long as some students accepted to UF cannot afford to
attend and do not receive assistance from the university or
the state there remains the serious danger of UF becoming
the rich-old-boys club that so many of the other top institutions
are.
And, as much-as it pains a group of UF students to say, UF
should not receive special attention from the state in order to
artificially set it above other state universities.
Any increase in the prestige of a state university or the at-
tractiveness of its degrees to employers should be based solely
upon the quality of the education and the natural progression of
excellence that comes from years of attracting better students.
UF deserves all of the accolades that it rightfully earns: no
more, no less.
If UF continues to accept the best students Florida has to of-
fer and can make a concerted effort to put funding where it is
needed -' making sure disadvantaged and privileged students
have equal chances of attending then it is serving its original
purpose and more.


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alligator
Dwayne Robinson Matt Sanchez
EDITOR OPINIONS EDITOR
Mike Gimignani Lauren Flanagan
MANAGING EDITOR Diana Middleton
Craig Singleton
EDITORIAL BOARD
The Alligator encourages comments from readers. Letters to the editor should not exceed 150
words (about one letter-sized page). They must be typed, double-spaced and must include the
author's name, classification and phone number. Names will be withheld if the writer shows
just cause. We reserve the right to edit for length, grammar, style and libel. Send letters to
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C o l m h I U i P ,

Want to make a difference? Get carded
his morning, I stood on the Reitz Union North Lawn .a Ninja Turtles on TV or swimming in
in the bright midday sun, outfitted in green, and o the pool behind our home, these are
formed part of a living ribbon in testament to the I. the memories of my childhood.
powers of giving and of life. M. My mother never got a kidney
Organized by Get Carded, a student campaign to raise a9 w v l transplant. She died when I was
awareness of organ donation, the ribbon is one of the most nine years old. She wasn't there
important publicity events staged across campus. Political Gavin Baker when I turned 18 or when I gradu-
and academic debates and cultural awareness are impor- Close to Home ated from high school; she won't be
tant, but organ donation is vital literally. According to the letters@alligator.org there when I graduate from college
United Network for Organ Sharing, nearly 88,000 people or when I get married. My wife nev-
currently are waiting for organ transplants in the United er will know her mother-in-law; my
States. children never will never meet one of their grandmothers.
I'd like to tell the story of one person who waited: my Today, over 60,000 Americans are waiting for kidney
mother. transplants. They wait for a donor, for a match, for a ray
My mother suffered from lupus, a chronic autoimmune of hope. Today, 60,000 mothers and fathers will spend their
disease that affects an estimated 1.5 million Americans, ac- day hooked to machines pumping the waste from their
cording to the Lupus Foundation- of America. Nine out of blood and go to sleep wondering if they'll get to see their
10 people with lupus are women, and the incidence rate children grow up.
is three times higher among black women than white. If we do nothing, they won't have the chance. The chil-
Scientists do not know what causes lupus, and there cur- drenof 60,000'families will grow up without a parent. Sixty
rently is no cure. thousand families will lose a son or daughter, a husband or
However, lupus can be effectively treated. Today, most wife, a brother or sister.
people with lupus live a normal lifespan. Still, the disease That's just kidneys. Nearly 30,000 others wait for differ-
can vary widely in symptoms and intensity. For my mother, ent organs: a liver, a lung, a pancreas or a heart.
it resulted in kidney failure. Do you have the heart to help them?
Growing up, I went with her to the dialysis center. I re- Do you have the heart to let them die?
member the machines and the tubes, the sterility, the eerie Organ donation can extract life from death. By becoming.
quiet. There were no children playing there. The patients organ donors, we transmute the tragedy of death into the
didn't joke or smile. To me, it was alien, cold and drab. blessing of charity. Even in leaving the planet, we make life
Later, she switched to peritoneal dialysis. A catheter was better for those who remain. But it only works if you sign
inserted in her abdomen to allow her to perform dialysis at the card. It only takes a minute.
home. Again, I remember well the tubes, the bags of fluid, Visit www.getcarded.org to find out how.
the.surgical masks, the constant fear of infection. Gavin Baker is a history freshman. His column appears on
More than playing basketball or Nintendo, watching the Wednesday.
The views expressed here are-not necessarily those of the Alligator.


Reader response
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 0 ALLIGATOR, 7


Letters to the Editor
Tuition change would harm middle class
Editor. Realistically, UF will serve more
middle class students than any other group,
as there are more middle class students seek-
ing a college education than any other group.
UF's low tuition rates make college affordable
across all spectrums. The middle class is hard
to define: Analysis of students receiving Bright
Futures as being rich at $85,000 per year is far
from being correct in expensive parts of the
state. No one is rich at that income in Miami.
When tuition is low, the poor can borrow
and it will not bankrupt their futures, while
the middle class can afford to pay with a low
debt load. By increasing tuition with increases
in need-based aid, the middle class will be left
behind. The rich will pay, the poor will receive
grants, and the middle class will start their
lives under a bundle of debt. Let Harvard
stay Harvard, while UF remains a high qual-
ity education for the average Floridian at an
affordable price. It is the middle class that will
be out of options if tuition is raised.,
Daniel Golden
4LS



Alligator unfairly biased against Greeks
Editor The Alligator editorial board made
it quite clear during this election cycle that the
Opinions section owes no duty of balance to the


student body. That's fine and understandable.
However, I find it disturbing that this newspa-
per ostracizes a certain community on campus,
forsaking any sort of fair approach when per-
forming the most intrinsic duty they possess as
the media: honestly delivering the news.
The view of the Alligator towards the Greek
community is laughable in its best moments
and completely unforgivable in its worst.
Here's the deal: This paper eagerly implicates
the Greek community in any event in which
one of its members comes under fire. They
showed this in the recent election by vicari-
ously associating fraternity houses with mis-
deeds while' they trashed the name of one of its
members. Also, for whatever reason, this paper
mentioned Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity when
one of its members was charged with a crime
completely unrelated to the fraternity.
Conversely, when a Greek house, be it from
the Multicultural, Panhellenic or Interfraternity
councils, contributes to the UF community,
there is minimal coverage, if any, of the effort,
compassion and purpose of the event. This is
not only irresponsible but, more importantly,
it fails to make students aware of the great ser-
vices of their peers. These philanthropies and
service projects are some of the greatest acts of
kindness on this campus.
Hete is your opportunity to reverse this
trend to return to responsible journalism.
Hell, I'll even start you off with a great example


of what I am speaking of..
Enter David Sinopoli. In Nov. 2001, Sinopoli,
now a UF student, was diagnosed with severe
aplastic anemia. Aplastic anemia is a rare but
extremely serious disorder that results from
the unexplained failure of the bone marrow to
produce blood cells. Now, after recovering from
a bone marrow transplant, he looks to credit the
mentor program that kept his attitude positive
through the tribulation. Through philanthropy
with his fraternity, Sigma Phi Epsilon, Sinopoli
hopes to fund a similar program at Shands so
other pediatric transplant recipients may enjoy
the same encouragement and support necessary
to beat such a debilitating illness. Sinopoli hopes
to do this by holding the first annual Queen of
Hearts Pageant, this Thursday at Brick City.
This story is one of the many reasons Greeks
hold such philanthropic events. The heroic
stories rarely are told, yet oftentimes these are
most purposeful: benevolent students on cam-
pus pouring their hearts into helping others.
Prove to us you care as much about people
like David Sinopoli as you do about breaking a
story. Prove to us you don't have a malevolent
agenda. Prove to us you treat All groups of stu-
dents fairly.
On the same note of fair and balanced re-
porting, the Alligator would be wise to heed
this advice because of the strong possibility that
* The Gainesville Sun is staking a spot in report-
ing campus life. If the paper wishes to continue


its monopoly on the print media, it must be-
come a more equitable source of information
about student involvement and the endeavors
of our students.
John Clayton Brett
1LS



Cartoon complainers can't see the point
Editor: In response to Robert E. Mayes'
criticism of Andy Marlette's Johnnie Cochran
cartoon, I think we should start evaluating po-
litical cartoons for what they are and are not.
They are not: testimonials to the nobility
of lifetime achievements; politically correct
representations of mass opinion; memorial
services.
They are: frickin' cartoons.
You're right, the Cochran cartoon would
have been much better as a colorful courtroom
scene filled with bunnies and people of dif-
ferent ethnicities holding hands as Cochran
ascended into heaven on the seat of a giant,
gold-crested gavel.
No wait, that would've been lame and
boring.
-I'm sorry if Marlette's cartoons offend you,
but maybe the question here is this: Why are
you getting offended by cartoons?
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Worms used as subjects for testing


By SKYLER SMITH
Alligator Writer
ssmith@alligator.org

Genetic mutations may radically differ
even within similar species, according to
a UF study.
Zoology professor Charles Baer contrib-
uted to a study on the rates of genetic mu-
tation in worms, finding great differences
between even closely related species.
"This study was to establish a baseline
mutation rate," Baer said.


The study applied no outside environ-
mental stimuli to trigger genes and all
mutations were spontaneous.
"We deal with mutations as God deals
them out," Baer said.
Funded by UF and the National
Institutes of Health, Baer worked. with
scientists from- two other universities,
and their findings appear in Monday's
Proceedings of the National Academy of
Sciences.
Because the study deals with strictly


natural genetic changes, it can work as a
comparative tool for later studies dealing
with the effect environment has on gene
mutations, Baer said.
As this applies to humans, our environ-
ment is constantly polluted with carcino-
gens, which could cause
UF genetic mutations within
Research the human genome, Baer
said.
"What this nieans is
that generalizing about the mutational
properties of life on Earth from one geno-
type or one species may not be justified,"
Baer said in a release.


In the current study, multiple groups of
genetically similar worms were allowed to
accumulate mutations.
Over the course of 200 generations, the
scientists found that one species' genes
mutated up to 10 times faster than the
others'.
Baer is also studying the mutation rate
as a function of damage already done to
the genome. In other words, he is attempt-
ing to discern whether or not a subject
with already-mutated genes will experi-
ence further changes at a greater speed.
"The damage might be undoable," Baer
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Alligator Writer
Itaulbee@alligator.org

Interracial couples and gay and
lesbian couples deal with many of the
same stereotypes and cultural attitudes,
concluded a forum held Tuesday in the
Computer Science Engineering building.
About 40 students gathered to discuss
how societal pressures differ between
these groups and to examine
On how they have internalized
Campus these messages.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual
and Transgender Affairs Director Tamara
Cohen and graduate assistant Ben Witten
moderated the forum, which was spon-
sored by Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority
and LGBT Affairs.
"In today's society, it's a very potent
issue. We have a lot of misunderstanding
and a lot of hatred toward these types of
relationships," sorority President Ashley
Foster said.
Cohen opened by showing 20 images
of gay, lesbian, interracial, heterosexual
and same-race couples, and she asked
the audience to write down one-word
reactions.
A photograph of two homosexual
couples kissing evoked words ranging
from "ew" and "weird" to "marriage"
and "care."
Later, "beautiful" was mentioned for
the first time regarding a heterosexual,
interracial couple.
"Have we had a 'beautiful' yet?"
Cohen asked. "Let's just note that."
Cohen also asked students to examine
the roles family, friends, school and media
had played in their perceptions.
"I think with gay couples a lot of peo-
ple say, 'It's OK, as long as it's not my son
or my daughter,'" one student said.
Many agreed that society deems les-
bian couples acceptable based on their
attractiveness.
"The media portray that lesbianism
is OK as long as you're good-looking,"
Witten said.
Students also discussed the stereotype
that lesbians are "hot."
"It's superficial, and it's pig-headed,
but a lot of guys think it's cool," Foster


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Tamara Cohen, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Affairs director, offers
support for UF students.considering multiracial marriage.


said.
Some said they felt pressure to date
within their own race or be seen as shun-
ning their culture.
Others said family or friends had ex-
pressed that interracial couples are only
acceptable depending on the races of
those involved.
After the forum, Witten said personal
experiences are important in increasing


understanding about-gay, lesbian or inter-
racial couples.
"Knowing a single person can really
start breaking down stereotypes for the
whole group," he said.
- He noted that he hears more positive
messages now than he has in the past few
years.
"In either case, we have a long way to
go," he said.


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Asians get


frat status
By KYLIE CRAIG
Alligator Writer
kcraig@alligator.org

The first Asian-American fraternity in
Florida was accepted into UF's Multicultural
Greek Council on Tuesday night.
Members of Pi Delta Psi Fraternity had
been working toward acceptance as an of-
ficial fraternity for the past nine months.
"We just want people to know
about us now, and to know
we've done something this
monumental."
Thuan Vu
Pi Delta Psi Chapter president

Vice President Huy Huynh said it was
a huge relief to hear his organization will
finally be able to be called a UF fraternity.
"We've had a lot of setbacks these past
couple months," Huynh said. "To be part
of an organization and not be able to wear
your letters on campus is kind of hard."
Before being accepted in the MGC, Pi
Delta Psi members were recognized as the
Asian-American Greek Interest Group.
Chapter president Thuan Vu said he's.
looking forward to making an impact in the
Greek community.
"We just want people to know about us
now, and to know we've done something
this monumental," Vu said.
Asian interest group, the Lady Monarchs,
also had reason to celebrate at the MGC
meeting. They were officially accepted as an
associate member of the MGC.
"Hearing we had been accepted was
overwhelming," said Liana Gregory, Lady
Monarchs president. "It was a really long
journey so we were relieved."
The organization must remain an associ-
ate member of MGC for a year in order to be
considered for full membership status.
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Protesters gather outside prison


OCHA, from page 1

Instead of watching television, Ocha spent
Tuesday morning with his brother, Martin
Ocha, and Chaplain Dale Recinella. Recinella
stayed until late in the afternoon, conversing
with Ocha in his jail cell, Ivey said.
Protesters across the street from the prison
numbered more than 30 by the time Ocha's
execution was scheduled to begin.
Floridians for Alternatives to the Death
Penalty Director Abe Bonowitz .addressed
Gov. Bush, but not for deciding not to delay
Ocha's execution rather, for the hypocrisy
he sees in the Catholic governor continuing to
sign death warrants.
"The pope had called for an end to the use
of the death penalty," he said. Bush "is mock-
ing the pope by going forward with it."
Bonowitz contended Ocha wanted to die
before he murdered Skjerva. Court docu-
ments show Ocha previously asked police of-
ficers to shoot him during a 1978 altercation.
"This is suicide by governor," Bonowitz
said. "Society deserves to be safe, but we
don't need the death penalty."
Ocha was the 60th prisoner, in Florida to
be executed since the death penalty was rein-
stated in 1976.
Executions are carried out after the gover-
nor signs a death warrant issued by a court,
after the defendant is found guilty.
A private citizen serves as executioner and
is paid $150 to carry out the death sentence,
which in this case involved injecting a lethal
chemical cocktail intravenously.
Department of Corrections official Debra
Buchanan said an ad seeking voluntary ex-
ecutioners was placed in newspapers state-
wide in 1978, offering that same amount of
money for their services.


"We're still working off the original list,"
she said of the volume of responses.
State Attorney's Office spokesman
Spencer Mann said a violent crime needs to
satisfy several criteria before prosecutors can
seek the death penalty.
"Was the murder heinous or atrocious, no
mercy given?" he said. Also, "whether there
were issues of torture" and lack of "regard for
the humanity of the victim."
Mann said those stipulations then are
weighed against "potential mitigating cir-
cumstances, such as whether the defendant
had a criminal history, whether there are any
mental competency issues or other factors
that would speak on the
defendant's behalf."
Though Ocha's mental
status was disputed by
his first attorney, Mark
Gruber, a judge eventually
declared him competent.
On the night of Oct.
Mann 5, 1999, Ocha, drunk
and high on Ecstasy,
met Skjerva at the Kissimmee bar where he
worked, an Osceola County arrest warrant
shows. She gave him a ride to his home,
where they had consensual intercourse.
However, when Skjerva said she would
tell her boyfriend about the incident and
mocked Ocha's anatomy, he became angry.
The documents state Ocha retrieved a rope
from his garage with which he attempted to
strangle Skjerva three times. In his impaired
state, he was too weak to kill her, so he hanged
her from a kitchen door and drank a beer as he
watched her choke to death.
When he was arrested for disorderly
intoxication the following day in Volusia
County, Ocha confessed to killing Skjerva.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.


Revenue could put UF in Top 10


MERIT, from page 1


UF's ascent to the top but often don't
understand that it will take a hike, in
revenue, Machen said.
"Most of the increase would come
from increasing tuition but all of the ben-
efits go directly to students," Machen
wrote in the e-mail. "It would be inter-
esting to see if our students support an
increase that so directly benefits them."
Student Body President-elect Joe
Goldberg said he supports those im-
provements but said that UF has four.
sources of funding other than tuition
- federal funds, state appropriations,
private donations and research money
- and UF should tax students for the
improvements only after the other op-
tions have been exhausted.
"I want to make sure that we tap into
those four different sources before hit-
ting the students' pocketbooks," he said.
"We can become a Top 10 institution
without increasing tuition."
Considering Student Government has
been unsuccessful at preventing tuition
hikes in the past few years, the increases
may be inevitable, Goldberg'said. In that
case, students should ensure that money
is spent to their benefit, he said.
Either way, Goldberg said he would
like to sit down with Machen to discuss
how they can coordinate lobbying ef-
forts. The best place for the school to
look for revenue is the state Legislature,
Goldberg said.


The issue in part asks if students are
satisfied with their UF education.
John Dicks, president of the
Interfraternity Council, said he wouldn't
want anything changed in his under-
graduate experience.
."If I'm paying to improve it, what
am I paying to improve?" Dicks said. "I
haven't been unhappy with anything."
But raising tuition to the level UF is
talking about a twofold increase or
more is a moot point unless it can
convince the Legislature to allow the
universities to set tuition themselves, in-
stead of allowing them to raise it within
in a certain percentage every year.
Manny Fernandez, chairman of UF's
Board of Trustees, said who controls tu-
ition is complicated and uncertain.
Legislators are reluctant to change
Bright Futures because of its popularity
and benefit in keeping students in the
state, he said. But Florida must decide
how to preserve it as tuition rises.
"Whatever tuition is raised, Bright
Futures has to come up with that much
more," he said of the program, which
pays for most UF students' tuition.
Due to the complications, any chang-
es in tuition policy probably will not
occur for a year, Fernandez said. He's
still uncertain of whether the Legislature
supports UF's goal when it means rais-
ing tuition on lawmakers' constituents.
"I just think there's too much of a tug
of war going on right now," he said. "At
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Florida House, Student Senate debate freedom bill


Senate denounces
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Alligator Staff Writer
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The Florida Legislature can trash the
"Academic Freedom Bill of Rights". as far as the
Student Senate is concerned.
Senate voted unanimously to pass a resolution
denouncing the recently proposed bill that. could
affect UF students' Activity & Service Fee.
The bill could prohibit funding of organiza-
tions with a religious or political bias. Senators
saw that as a threat to destroy groups such as the
Jewish Student Union, Campus American Civil
Liberties Union and Campus Crusade for Christ.
"We would not be able to distribute student
funds to any organizations that are not viewpoint
neutral," said co-author Sen. Ryan Nels.on.
Ambiguity in the bill's wording would require
UF to hire a junior attorney to deal with these is-
sues, draining the university of $109,503, he said.
"Part of education is to stretch the minds of stu-
dents," resolution co-author Sen. Paden Woodruff
said. "This bill is demeaning to students," he
added, because it assumes they have no critical
skills to disagree with different opinions.
Student Body President Jamal'Sowell reported
that, in a recent meeting with Gov. Jeb Bush, he
learned the bill "doesn't have much support" and
that "[Bush] doesn't foresee that passing," he told
senators Tuesday.
The bill, which has not reached the House
floor for a vote, could discourage teachers and
students from UF out of fear of being sued, sena-
tors argued.
Sen. Michael Bowen, a graduate student, said
that graduate students make up about 40 percent
of the teachers at UF, and the bill would hurt
UF's aspirations of becoming a Top 10 research
university.
"It would make classrooms cold," Woodruff
added.


Horowitz: University 'kids' need grown-up supervision


FREEDOM, from page 1

Horowitz wrote in a 2001 article that the
theory of evolution was a political inven-
tion "to attack traditional values."
And in a 2000 fundraising appeal,
Horowitz wrote, "You see, the left isn't
forgiving or civil. Instead they are violently,
fervently committed to their unholy war to
tear down American democracy and replace
it with their version an Americanized
version of communism."
In his statement to the committee,
Horowitz compared universities in America
to those in the "third world," and said a
large minority of professors don't behave
like professionals in the classroom.
Casting the "crisis" in-higher education
as a struggle between "leftist totalitarian-
ism" and "mainstream values," Horowitz
cited anecdotes about students being
marked down for disagreeing with profes-
sors in class. He divulged neither the names
of these students npr their professors.
Baxley also asserted that the bill would
not lead to lawsuits, even though a legisla-
tive staff analysis warned the bill could al-
low students to sue their professors if they
feel their views aren'tbeing respected.
The analysis even recommends $4.2 mil-
lion be spent to hire new lawyers for univer-
sities to fight such suits if the bill is passed.
Horowitz insisted the staff was wrong.
"This bill is not to start lawsuits, but to
give a kick in the pants to administrations to
get their houses in order," he said. Besides,
he said, even if lawsuits did occur, $4.2 mil-
lion would be a small price to pay.
"Universities are already massively in-
terfered with by the government," Horowitz
said. "You will admit students with this skin


color with these grades, but not that kind of
student with those grades. No one who ob-
jects to this bill has objections to those laws,
and that's hypocrisy."

Saving students from themselves
Horowitz. also blasted universities where
student activity fees brought speakers such
as Michael Moore as UF did and failed
to bring conservative speakers before-the
2004 election.
When Rep. Ed Jennings, D-Gainesville,
asked whether UF student organizations
such as Accent, UF's speaker's bureau, had a
right to spend student money as they see fit,
Horowitz answered that "university kids"
should be governed by "grown-ups" who
can ensure the funds are spent equitably.
"I think the administration has a re-
sponsibility to the university community
to see that there is equity," Horowitz said.
"University administrations should step in
and say, look kids, this is an education-in-
stitution, not a political organization. If you
bring in a left-wing extremist like Michael
Moore, you should also bring a conserva-
tive such as Ann Coulter."
Rep. Dan Gelber, D-Miami Beach, dis-
agreed.
"Do you think the government should
get into the business of deciding whether a
view is mainstream or extremist?" he asked.
Rep. Shelley Vana, D-West Palm Beach,
echoed Gelber's concerns.
"When we talk about the government
stepping in, and having a stick to rein in voic-
es it calls 'outside the mainstream,' I get wor-
ried," she said. "Should the administration
call in student leaders who 'insult the dignity
of the country?' That's what happened to my
husband in Czechoslovakia. As a student, he
was called in before a people's tribunal, was


sentenced to death and had to flee the coun-
try, and he never saw his parents..."
During a public- testimony period,
Matthew Farrar of FSU College Republicans
said he received 10 complaints from mem-
bers of his group alleging grades had suffered
because they had expressed their beliefs in
classes governed by liberal professors.
He refused to identify them.

Righteous persecution
United Faculty of Florida President Tom
Auxter, also a UF philosophy professor, told
the committee the only evidence the bill's
proponents could muster was a smattering
of anecdotes.
"Florida already has some of the lowest
salaries for professors in the nation," Auxter
said. "It's already difficult for us to recruit
and retain the best-qualified faculty. Please,
don't make things any harder for us."
He said colleagues in other states had
called him to ask why the bill, which he
called "a national farce," has languished in
other states where it was proposed but actu-
ally had a chance of passing the House.
After Auxter's statements, Baxley ap-
peared flushed and agitated.
"I find it laughable that some are say-
ing universities are not bastions of leftist
thought," he said. "We all know that they
are. I've got letters from dozens of students
with terrible examples of persecution. Am I
going to give you their names? No. They're
in fear of being retaliated against and black-
listed."
Baxley then thanked 'Farrar for being
courageous enough to agree to speak before
the committee.
"Their names have been smeared all
over campus," he said, "because they dared
to show up with that radical Baxley."


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SKYLER SMITH
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As Florida's population
booms, the homes, malls and
parking lots that go with it also
expand.
This growth adds value to the
state's remaining agricultural
land, according to a UF survey.
From 2003 to 2004, the value
of Florida farmland went up by
more than 10 percent in many
places, said John Reynolds, the
lead author of the survey.
"As the supply of land goes
down, the value goes up,"
Reynolds, a professor emeritus
with UF's Institute of Food and
Agricultural Sciences, said.
The area with the highest in-
crease in land value was South
Florida.
"They're running out of open


land down there," he said.
The value of cropland went up
58 percent and pasture values 76
percent, according to the survey.
While the Okeechobee and
southern Gulf Coast regions saw
the most dynamic growth in land
values, the rest of the state's agri-
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lies in what the survey classi-
fies as the northeast section of
Florida.
Farmland here increased in
value by 9 to 16 percent.
While that's on the lower end,
the dollars per acre numbers are
highest here, Reynolds said.
The value of non-irrigated
cropland in Gainesville'spart of
the state was valued at $2,657
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3 Sublease 8 Electronics. 13 W anted 18, Personals i23-- ide ,- .i
4o Roommnates., 9 Bicycles 14 Help Wanted : 19 Connections
.5 Real Estate 10 For Sale 15 Services .. 20 Event:Noti .25 .

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We are what you're looking for!
2BR/1.5BA TH with W/D for $639!
Alarms, Free UF parking, pets OK
Now leasing for Fall 373-1111
4-20-71-2

1st MONTH FREE!
Pine Rush Apartments
1&2 BR apt homes
starting @ $429/mo
375-1519
4-20-71-2

Tremendous two bed two bath
FREE UF parking & bus rt to UF
tennis, b-ball, monitored alarm
affordable, spacious, pets ok!
pinetreegardens.com 376-4002
4-20-71-2.

1BR/1BA $420, 2BR/1BA $495, 2BR/2BA
$525, 3BR/2BA $695. New carpet, Italian
tile, cent AC/H, covered patio, DW, verticals,
W/D hkups, pool. Some utils, walk to UF.
332-7700. 4-20-71-2

1BR & 2BR/1BA with W/D, central heat/air,
dishwasher,ceramic tile, private patio, pets
arranged. Off SW 34th St. Near bus rt. From
$505 377-1633 4-20-71-2

***LIVE IN LUXURY***
HUGE TWNHMS:2/2 & 3/3
Free cable, w/HBO & Showtime
W/D*alarm*free tanning*comp lab
Pets welcome*Private dog park
Leasing NOW & FALL 377-2801 -
4-20-71-2


Free Extended Basic Cable! Pets Welcome!
1000 sq ft Split Floor Plan, W/D Hook-ups
& DW, 1BR/1BA & 2BR/2BA Available. Call
Now 372-9913 4-20-71-2

Amazingly Affordable! HUGE 650sq ft
1BR 1000 sq ft 2BR Townhouses & Flats!
Discounted Rates Starting @ $380 & $480.
Close to Santa Fe, UF & 1-75, 332-5070.
4-20-71-2

HOUSES 2 mi to UF Now & fall 331-0095
630 NW 35th St. Ig 3/2, fam rm $1200/mo;
816 N.\.Zth Dr 3/2, fam rm gar $1300/mo;
1802 NW 38th Terr 3/2 $875/mo;
',,2 NW 35th St. 3/2 $1100/mo 4-20-71-2

Total Elec, 2 & 3 Bedroom, $395-$550, cent
A/C, pool, tennis, B-ball waste, pest, lawn
mowing. 251b pet $15/mo. M-F 10-6 or by
appt. Alamar Gardens 4400 SW 20th Ave.
373-4244 UF bus line #20 4-20-71-2

Your Perfect Apt Next to UF!
20 steps to class! Studios, 1, 2 & 3BR Avail
Aug.. Specials from $489/mo. Lofts wood
firs & more. Some pet friendly! 376-6223
www.LiveNearCampus.com 4-20-71-2

Apartments Available Now
All Florida Areas; All Major US Cities
Browse our listing FREE
WWW.SUBLET.COM
1-(877)-For-Rent (367-7368) 4-20-71-2


Have Roommates?
3BR/2BA House $950
Only You?
1 BR/1BA House $450
Mitchell Realty 374-8579 x 1 4-20-70-2

So Close to Campus
Avail now, 2BR/1 & 2 BA apts.
$400, $450, $695 Mitchell Realty
374-8579 x 1 4-20-70-2

1/2 PRICE APTSI Close to UF/Downtown.
2BR & -3BR starting @ $525/mo Call 373-
4423 or online at www.maximumre.com
8-15-9W2

PET'S PARADISE, no app/pet fee. 2BR
townhomes, duplexes. Privacy fence, mod-
ern appliances, ceiling fans, SW. Private
owner, please leave detailed message.
$450-525/mo 331-2099 4-7-60-2

Stupendous Studios Steps to UF
From $499 $559
Laundry, pool, pets okl
'-'Open till 8pm and weekends
Leasing for Fall 371-7777
4-20-69-2


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115 STEPS FROM CAMPUSllI
Luxury Opposite Library WestI
Beautiful, 2BR/2BA...all amenities
LOOKING GLASS APTS
Call 376-1111 or Come by
111 NW 16th St. #1
4-20-69-2

DOWNTOWN LOCATION! 3BR/2BA
Wood floors, fireplace, living & dining rooms,
Den, $625/rent, 223 SW 4th Avenue
Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525
www.TurlingtonRealEstate.com 4-8-55-2

CHEAP RENT! 2BR/1.5BA
W/d hookups, CH/AC, dishwasher, $475/mo
5320 NW 20th Court
Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525
www.TurlngtonRealEstate.com 4-8-59-2

**I1BR & 2BR BEAUTIFUL**
NEW kitchen, tile, carpet, paint
2BR- over 1100 sq ft ** $650/ mo
1 BR-over 800 sq ft 00 $550/mo
Close to UF, beautiful, quiet
High-speed wireless internet
$300 off deposit 376-2507
4-20-63-2

3BR/4BR LIKE A HOUSE **
Huge townhouse, fireplace,
W/D hook-ups, patio,
New carpet & tile, fitness & basketball
high speed wireless internet
3BR/2.5BA only $850
4BR/3BA only $1099
Close to UF in SW
Beautiful/quiet 376-2507
4-20-63-2

Threesomes Welcomel
All the space you need only $1050
Pool*Hot Tub* Tennis*Gym*Pd Lab
W/D*Cable with HBO*Extra Storage
The perfect three-bedroom! 372-8100
4-20-60-2

DUCK PONDI Cute 1BR/1BA, wood floors,
eat-in kitchen, ceiling fans, $475/rent
305-C NE 6th Street
Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525
www.TurlingtonRealEstate.com 4-8-50-2

*NOW PRE-LEASING*
1BR $699 2BR $839 3BR $999
$150 dep. Full size W/D,
Direct Campus Access,
Pool, Fitness Center!
Open M-F 8:30 5:30, Sat 11-4
Pebble Creek Apts 376-9607
4-20-59-2

BIKE TO SHANDS & VET SCHOOL
*Spacious studio, washer/dryer, Fenced
yard, lawn svc, $450/rent
* 3BR 2BA, terrazzo floors, washer/dryer,
fenced yard, lawn svc, $1000/rent
* 4BR 3BA, terrazzo floors, washer/dryer,
fenced yard, $1400/rent 3811 SW 20th
Street
Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525
www.TurlingtonRealEstate.com 4-8-45-2

AVAIL. AUG 1: 4bed/2batWhouse. Ceramic
tile floors, extra game room, fenced yard,
pet ok, wash/dry provided. 1330 NW 39th
St. 339-2342 for directions $1250/mo 4-
12-45-2

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Ask About Our Lucrative
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-2BR/1BA Downtown $515/mo
3BR/3BA Townhouse $800/mo
3BR/2BA near SFCC $925/mo
Over 30+ Private Homes Available!
Call Today: 371-2118
4-20-50-2


*3 BLOCKS TO UF*
2BR/1BA Duplex. Hardwood floors,
W/D,$535/mo 375-8256
4-20-47-2


GAINESVILLE'S FINEST LIVING
Luxury 3/3 & 4/4's from only $370/bdrm
includes extended cable, water/sewer, 24 hr
gym, Free Tanning
SPRING.& SUMMER SPECIALS
Call the Landings at 336-3838
4-20-44-2

NEWLY RENOVATED
Affordable, Quiet living
HUGE 1& 2BR Pool
Skylights 1.5 miles to UF
Furn Avail 377-7401*
4-20-44-2

Very clean condo 2BR/2.5BA, 5 min to
UF, 10 min to Shands, cent AC, DW, W/D,
cable, internet, pool, $800/mo Separate
leases ok. 352-472-9778, 305-299-3485,
sbayer@bellsouth.net 4-6-30-2

Living it up!! Luxury style!!
1 & 2 BR, Private patios, walking
distance to UF, next to Sorority Row,
Alarm, pets OK, W/D, HUGE bdrs & walk-
in closets. "Walk to UF" Call 372-7111
4-20-35-2

DEAL OF A LIFETIME11!
3BR/3BA ONLY $365/PERSON
FREE cable w/HBO/SHOWTIME, Alarm
Gated* 24 hr gym* FREE Tanning* Close to
UF Leasing for NOW and FALL 377-2777
4-20-35-2


*Sorority Row Area*
1940's vintage stone 2BR/1 BA apt. Beautiful
hardwood floors. $675/mo 375-8256 4-20-
31-2


*8 Blocks to UF*
Huge 2BR/1BA apt. Best deal in town.
Starting at $550.mo 375-8256 4-20-30-2


*Sorority Row Area*
Cute 2BR/1BA brick duplex behind Norman
Hall. $650/mo 375-8256 4-20-30-2

HISTORIC HOUSES DOWNTOWN
1 BRs & 2.5BRs. $275-700/mo
Progressive thinkers preferred. View at:
www.pleasantstreet.net 4-20-31-2

ENORMOUS 3BR
Avail for Current and Fall
Pool Tennis Cts 1.5 Mi 2 UF
. Ind lease, Fum & Util Avail
Great Specials 377-7401 4-20-31-2

Available Now Blocks from UF Duplex,
2BR/1BA, fenced yard, $675/mo HOUSE
3BR/2BA, W/D, $1175/mo (Pets ok) Call
Carol @ 377-3852 4-20-31-2

*FALL* Blks from UF 0 Houses 0
Duplexes. Apts (Managed by owner) See
www.Dalyproperties.com for listings or call
Carol at 377-3852. 4-20-31-2

AVAILABLE NOW! NEW 3BR/2BA house 2
car garage in brand new subdivision close
to UF & SFCC. All appliances $1300/mo
negotiable based on length of lease. Call
215-9987 4-20-30-2

3BR/1.5BA HOUSE Lg screen back pch, Ig
back yard, close to downtown, W/D, $900/
mo. Avail May 1st!. Call (office) 377-1071 or
(cell) 262-7174 ask for Brian 4-20-30-2

Avail now 3BR/2BA HOUSE.'2120 NW 55th
Terrace. Tile firs, Berber carpet, all applianc-
es incl. Privacy fenced-in yard. $1050/mo.
Call 215-9987 4-20-30-2

TOP QUALITY GREAT LOCATIONS
Upscale 1 & 2 BR apts. 1 block to campus on
north & east sides. Year leases avail. Begin
summer or fall. No pets. K&M Properties
372-1509 4-20-30-2

2BR/1BA apt mins from campus, Shands.
35% off for summer only lease. Spacious,
repainted, new carpets & new appliances.
Beautiful- backyard. $950/mo. Call Anthony
337-1330 4-11-22-2

Space & Value! 3 and 4 bedrooms
Tennis, b-ball, monitored alarm
Pets welcome, free uf parking
Ceramic tile, dishwasher, pool
Open wknds, Call 376-4002
4-20-29-2


Avail May: Several units w/in .5 mi of UF
campus or closer. Eff $300-310, 1BR/1BA
$395-$415, 2BR/2.5BA $725, 2BR/1BA
$700. Sec dep, NS, no pets. Contact
sor20@yahoo.com or Iv mssg 352-870-7256
4-20-28-2


WE HAVE UPN
Sun Bay Apts 376-6720
4-20-28-2

Be near everything at The Oaksl
Start at $525 for I bdrm, $675
for 2 bdrm, & $825 for 3 bdrm
Remodels Available! Call for move
in specials today at 331-8836! 4-12-20-2

Hampton Oaks brand new lux. apts.
behind Oaks Mall. 2 bdrms start
at $850/mo & 3bdrm at $1200/mo
w/move-in special of up to 2 mo
FREE rent! Call 333-8643 today! 4-12-20-2

Luxurious Victoria Station Twnhse. Walk to
Butler. 2BR/2.5BA. W/D, alarm, pool, free
ethernet. Bus rt in front every 15 mon. $850/
mo NEGOTIABLE. Avail Aug 2005. Cell 222-
4235 4-20-25-2

Downtown garage/studio apt on bus rtes,
biking to campus walk to downtown off street
parking include H20. $330/mth 1st, last, dep.
Call 373-6551 leave message 4-6-11-2

University Terrace West
4/4 Individual Leases
New Carpet & Paint
-Furnished Living Area
W/D, Pool $395/mo
Uniton Properties 373-7578
4-20-24-2

University Terrace Gainesville
4/4 Individual Leases
Completely Refurbished
Furnished Living Area
W/D, Pool $405/mo
Union Properties 373-7578
4-20-24-2


Walking Distance to UF
1433 NW 3rd Avenue
2BR 1.5BA W/D h/up
3 units available in quad
$775/mo
Union Properties 373-7578
4-20-24-2

Victoria Station
Off SW 35th Place -
Like New Townhouse
2BR 2.5BA W/D, Pool
$825-850/mo
Union Properties 373-7578
4-20-24-2


Vacation with USI Resort style living.
RTS BUS service @ your door
2/2 or 4/4 ALL inclusive, hi-speed int.
HBOs, UTILITIES FREE maid serv.
Gated! Going fast. Call now 271-3131 4-
20-23-2

2BR I BA Apts $515-525/mo
5 BIks to UFl 840 Sq Ft 829 SW 5th Avenue,
St. CroixApts Central H &Air, incids wtr, swg,
pst ctrl, garbage. Call Merrill Management
Inc. 372-1494 4-7-14-2

** 2BR 2.5 BA **
Brighton Park Condo
Beautiful end unit townhome,
W/D, DW, alarm, pool, -1200 sq ft
Many extras. Bus rt SW 34 St
No smoking unit. Avail Aug $825 214-3820
4-20-20-2

ISABELLA PARK 1BR/1BA in 2BR/2.5BA
townhome: W/D, DW, eat-in kitchen, SW
Archer & 34th St. area. 336-7097. Grad/prof
preferred. Lease option. Furnish option.
4-20-20-2

*WALK TO UF*
Historic home in great neighborhood. 3BR/
2BA, hd wd floors, tile, W/D, deck. Cute,
clean, no dogs. 1112 NW 4th Ave 871-8280.
$1250/mo 4-8-11-2

**HISTORIC VICTORIAN APT**
10 blocks to UF. Quaint IBR/1 BA apt. w/wd
firs, fans, hi ceiling, Pets Ok. Avail Aug 1st
$450/mo 225 SW 3rd Ave. Call 376-2184
4-7-10-2


INDIVIDUAL LEASES AVAILABLE
NOW AND FALL SEASON
Convenient UF access
$325 to $575
Action Real Estate Services
352-331-1233 4-20-18-2


ROCKWOOD VILLAS avail Aug 1, 2005.
3BR/3BA townhouse. Inci W/D, great bus rt
to UF. $1100/mo. Call Donna 352-339-3250
4-20-19-2


Apartments & Houses
Studio to 5BR+
Most within 2 miles of campus!
Campus Realty 692-3800
propertymanager@campusrealty.org
5-31-25-2

Brandywine large 2BR/2BA partially furn, sec
sys, NS, No pets $650/mo Lease required
386-330-5274, 352-373-3418 4-8-10-2

AUGUST RENT FREE
Bring your deposit by April 16 ,
Large 2BR, Close to UF & SFCC
Short term leases Avail.
Open Sat.
Ventura Apartments
1902 SW 42nd Way
352-376-5065
4-11-10-2

Fall rentals, walk to campus, 2BR/2BA
$500, sign lease now,- move in Aug.
.Edbaurmanagement.com 1731 NW 6th St.
375-7104 ex 355 4-11-10-2

LIVE STUDY PLAY
Luxury 3BR/3BA Townhomes -
Free Cable w/ HBO/Sho, Tan, 24 hr gym,
Aerobics, W/D, Gated, Pet Friendly, Alarms
The Laurels, 335-4455
4-20-16-2

LARGE 1BR APT Hardwood floors, ceiling
fans, new appliances & upgrades. Beautiful
wooded lot. Close to shopping & UF. Water,
sewer included. $395/mo. Call 352-373-5295
4-8-7-2

DUCKPOND AREA HOUSE Avail Aug 1st.
Large 4BR/2.5BA, W/D, hardwood floors,
fireplace, glassed in porch, until bldg, etc. Bike
to campus. $1400/mo, $350/per person. 1st,
last, dep. 352-466-0165 4-13-10-2

Three 4BR HOUSES & 1&2BR APTS.
Spacious, efficient homes biking distance
.to campus. Remodeled, Ig-fenced yards.
Lots of extras. Available now & fall. Call
for details. $475-1225/mo. 352-372-4768
6-30-29-2

* Oakbrook near Arby's on SW 16th Ave.
2Br/1 BA spacious porch./living room. $900$.
* Biven's Arm on 13th 1BR/1BA $600$
Call 386-365-7105 or 365-7822 email: un-
stable-ping@hotmail.com 4-13-10-2

1BR 1BA 1Blk to UF!
1218 SW 3rd Avenue
Wood Floors, WindowA/C, $400/mo
Call Merrill Management Inc. 372-1494
4-7-5-2

2BR 1BAApts 1 Block to UF
New Carpet, Window A/C, Nat Gas Ht
1210 SW 3rd Avenue $540/mo
Call Merrill Management Inc 372-1494
4-7-5-2

3BR 1 BA Home with wood floors
Central H & ar Washer/Dryer Hkups
110Q sq.ft. $725/mo, Off NE 16th Ave..
1050 NE 13th Place: Call Merrill
Management Inc. 372-1494 4-7-5-2

1BR 1BA Apts 1 BIk to UF! $460/mo
1236 SW4th Ave. Grad II Apts
Central H & Air, Carpet, Inclds
Water, swg, pest control & garbage
Call Merrill Management Inc. 372-1494
4-7-5-2

1 Room Studio, with full kitchen.
$450/mo Across from Stadium. Newly
Remodeled. Tile Floors, Screened Porch,
Great Location. Avail in May.
1806 1/2 NW 2nd Ave.
Merrill Management Inc 372-1494 4-7-5-2


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2BR 1BAApt, 1 Block to UF,
Central H & Air, Tile Floors
1236 SW Ist Ave. $585/mo
Call Merrill Management Inc. 372-1494
4-7-5-2

* HOUSES 0 359-2000
2BR 1BA $595 1953 NW 31st PI.
2BR 1BA $595 431 SE 7th St.
4-20-14-2

Available Summer & Fall
Studios & 1 BRs $350 to $750
2BRs & 3BRs $425 to $850
Gore-Rabell Real Estate, Inc.
378-1387 www.gore-rabell.com
8-23-41-2

Absolutely perfect 3BR/2BA in Millhopper.
Convenient to UF & shopping. Huge yard,
remodeled interior, wd firs. Truly great
house! W/D hkups. No dogs. Prof or grads
pref. 2006 NW 36th Terr. $999/mo 215-7199
4-20-14-2

Adorable 2BR/1.5BA cottage on bus line.
W/D hkups. No dogs. 2943 NW 6th St. $640/
mo. 215-7199 4-20-14-2


DUCKPOND
Historic house, hd wd firs, Ig front porch, lots
of charm. Studio & 1 BR avail. 306 NE 6th St.
$400-500/mo. Call 379-4952 4-20-14-2

LIVE IN THE DUCKPOND!
Avail May 1 or 2 BRs in 3BR/1BA house..
Quiet street. MUST LOVE DOGS. Lease
length neg. Can furn. Call Annie 352-284-
1686 4-8-6-2

Huge 1BR/1BA apt. Great dog home. Huge
shared courtyard. Has everything, huge
walk-in closet. Screened porch, good se-
curity. Avail 5/1. Rent neg.' 386-212-5502
4-7-5-2

TAYLOR SQUARE
Apts and townhouses
621 SW 10th St. Gainesville
Walk to UF
Behind Norman Hall
Brand new leasing for fall
Contact 352-332-2097
4-8-5-2

2BR/2.5BA, 2-story townhouse in Haystacks.
Quiet area. W/D incl. Pets welcome.Available
now. $700/mo Call 727-647-7908 4-8-5-2 -

1BR/1BR at Pine Rush. Pool. Laundry
Room. Quiet area. $429/mo with 1st month
FREE. No security deposit. Call 692-4352
4-8-5-2


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3/2 HOUSE, 1550 sq ft, large corner lot,
den w/fireplace, W/D -hkup inside, over-
sized 1 car garage/workshop. $895/mo 906
NE 19th Place. Call 352-373-4311 http:
//74674.rentclicks.com 4-8-5-2

Spacious 1BR/1BA house w/large garage'
space in Duckpond. Newly renovated, brand
new energy efficient appliances incl W/D,
tankless water heater, cent AC/H, shed, wd
firs, new paint. Call for appt. 352-336-2189
4-8-5-2

HOUSE 2BR/1BA $695/mo. W/D, cent H/
AC, 2.5 mi North of UF. Call 352-214-1722
4-20-13-2

2 BEDROOM MOVE IN TODAY!
* Only $530 -540 month!
* Great Pools Pets Welcome!
* Walk to UF & Shands!
* 372-7555 Open wkends!
4-20-12-2


***BRAND NEW***
2BR/2.5BA luxury townhouse, 1200 sq ft, big
bedrms, huge living rm & kitchen. Everything
is new! 5 min to UF. Avail Aug $975 352-447-
5795, cell 422-2967 4-20-13-2

3BR/2BA house close to UF campus. Avail
Aug 1st, tile floors, new kitchen, large fenced
yard, cent AC, $1125/mo. Drive by 3423 NW
1st Ct. Call Marty 514-2855 4-20-13-2

FALL & SUMMER ARE HERE!
Contact us for a complete listing
www.TurlingtonRealEstate.com
Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525
4-8-5-2


DUCKPOND historic home, 3 big BR, 3BA,
wood floors, W/D, greenhouse,-2,500 sq ft,
$1350 + until, 15 min bike ride to UF, 820 NE
5th Ave. 335-8874 4-8-4-2


SPYGLASS *
As.k About Our Move-In
Specials & Giveaways
Individual Leases: Furniture Packages,
Incl Washer/Dryer, FREE Hispeed Internet;
Every Unit is an End Unit
Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-3
701 SW 62nd Blvd 373-6330
www.spyglassapts.com
4-20-12-2


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Ask About Our Move In
Specials & Giveaways
Large 1, 2 & 3 bdrm Floor Plans;
Furniture Packages Inc. Washer/Dryer;
Workout Rm, Tennis Court; Swimming Pool;
Sauna etc. Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-3
700 SW 62nd Blvd 371-8009
www.lakewoodvilllas.com
4-20-12-2

1 BR/1 BA Loft $513/mo. Bridgelight complex
avail May 1, No deposit, just move in.
Option to stay after August, sign new lease
at same rate. 813-679-0053 4-14-8-2

CONVENIENT NW 3BR HOME Close to
everything. Updated w/new appliances.
1400 sq ft, W/D hk-ups. Quiet. $850/mo.
Available now. 820 NW 29th PI. Call 214-
9270 4-20-12-2

*1 BLOCK TO UF*
Avail July orAug 1st. 2BR/2.5BA townhouse,
W/D, DW, monitored sec sys. Pets ok. $925/
mo. Call Todd 472-1286 4-11-5-2

2 BLOCKS TO STADIUM
1BR duplex $575
1BR, fireplace $490
MILL RUN
2BR, pool $500
Call 335-4790 or 514-1913 4-12-5-2

4BR/2BA DUCKPOND HOME Wood floors,
spacious, quiet. $1050/mo 714 NE 12th Ave.
Call Jeffrey at 246-5801 4-20-11-2

Beautiful Hisoric Home, wood floors,
high ceilings, 3-4.BR/2BA, large fenced
yardt$1400/mo ($1250/mo for 2 yr lease)
Downtown location near UF. Avail May 1st.
Call Tom at 262-6423 4-20-11-2

2BR townhouse; 7209 SW 45th PI. $500/
mo, $500 sec dep. No pets. 386-462-0994
4-20-11-2

2BR/1.5BA Condo in Casablanca East.
Newly remodeled w/tile floors, W/D incl, pool,
quiet area, on bus rt, close to UF/Shands, no
pets, $800/mo. Avail May 16th. 352-246-
5958 4-20-11-2

*VERY NEAR UF*
3BR/1BA, $760 1BR/1BA, $460 0 Lg
1"BR $500 Call 377-2930 4-12-5-2

1BR w/pvt. Gated courtyard. Small quiet,
complex located at 3320 SW 23rd St. Starting
@. $385/mo. Pets arranged. Call 377-2150.
Please leave a message. 4-20-11-2





Apartments Sublets & Roommates
All areas. Stu, 1 & 2 Bdrm; $400-1500
Short-Long & Furn-Unfurn
1-(877) FOR-RENT (367-7368)
WWV.SUBLET.COM 4-20-71-3

WALK TO CLASS! $250/mo
Now til Aug. Courtyards 352-328-6967 all
included!'2-27-3-3

LOOKING FOR A BARGAIN?
Bid on a sublease, call 866-837-1309 or visit
www.subleaseauction.com
5-19-43-3

EMERGENCY SUMMER SUBLEASE
2BR/2.5BA townhouse 2 blocks to UF. May -
Aug $900/mo OBO 352-266-8475 4-20-13-3

LUXURY APARTMENT!"
5 min walk to UF/sorority row, bus, F room-
mate. Avail May-July. ALL utils incl. Furn,
ethernet, gym, pool. $400/mo 786-246-3049
4-7-20-3

1BR/1BA w/W/D hkups, avail 4/29/2005
$525/mo, located in quiet condominium
community of Rustic Springs. 1923 NW 23rd
Blvd, Apt #122. Josh 317-8776 4-13-20-3

4BR/2BA Avail 5/1 8/1. 1, 2, 3 or 4 BR @
.$415/ea Unfurn. 1 block from Criser. Please
call Ashley 772-201-6158 4-7-15-3

,Campus Club summer sublease: 1 F in
3BR. $375/mo includes all utilities, cable,
ethernet, maid service, 1st stop on bus 12.
Option to renew. Call 954-559-8470 ASAP
4-13-19-3


Now/Summer sublease 1/1 in 4/4 utilities +
wash/dry + ethernet + cable + full furnish +
pool view = DARN GREAT DEAL
ONLY $375/month 352-258-3542 4-20-24-3

***WALK TO CLASS***
1/1 in 2/1 house behind Norman Hall. Great
location and very cheap. Avail April 25. Call
262-7200 4-8-15-3

Room for summer sublease A, B or C in
a beautiful new house. Room is spacious.
Huge backyard w/pool. Pets welcome. Rent
$450!! MUST see!! Everything included. 786-
367-7749 4-20-22-3

2BR sublet avail anytime in April @ The
Exchange.Call Hillary @ 407-928-1315
**Call for move-In incentives!**
4-12-15-3

1 BR/1 BA in 2BR/2BA apt avail May 1st Aug
10th at Melrose Apts W/D, utils, ethernet +
cable incl in rent. Fully furn. Call Korinne at
305-905-0712 4-12-15-3

Royal Village
1-4 BR avail.All summer
Walk to campus, great pool
New furniture & carpet, $400/mo
includes all, Call 407-310-3957 4-6-11-3

Campus Lodge apts. POOLSIDE 1/1 in 2/2
other room vacant. May-Aug. w/option to re-
new. $450/mo furnished, all utils + internet,
W/D, Call 352-871-3117 4-7-12-3

Campus Lodge Apts. May rent free.
Everything included. $415/mo. From May
through August. Call 561-906-5040 4-6-10-3

HUGE ROOM FOR SUBLEASE 1BR in
4BR/2BA house in College Park. Huge walk-
in closet, wood floors, W/D, walk to campus,
furn common areas. Avail May-Aug $370/mo
739 NW 20th St. 352-219-4911 4-6-10-3 '

2 rooms available May 1-July 31 in 4/2 house
close to law school. $350/mo (plus utils)
OBO. Email ceresiqu@ufl.edu or call 850-
510-4063 or 352-328-4633 4-7-10-3

Summer sublease 1 BR in 3BR house on NW
36th St. W/D, wood floors, w or w/out furn.
.Avail May 30th. $325/mo + utils. Call 352-
281-1337 4-7-10-3

1BR/1BA RIGHT ACROSS FROM UF.
Available May 1st w/option to renew. $445/
mo. Call 813-624-2946 4-6-9-3

**THE EXCHANGE**
Rent May-Aug $469/mo price NEG. Pool
view, utils incl, female, 1 BR/1 BA in 4BR/4BA.
Call 352-262-7887 4-8-11-3

Summer sublease available WINDSOR
HALL 2 blocks from campus. 1 BR suite $600
utils incl. Laundry room, swimming pool, ca-
ble, ethernet. .Call 516-650-4037 5-24-24-3

Luxurious two-story poolside apt. 3BR/3BA,
W/D, free tanning spa & gym,_ no parking
decals $1,114/month plus utilities. Leave a
message @ 262-8341 4-6-8-3

Summer sublease avail 5/6-7/31. 2BR/IBA,.
$450/mo, furn/unfurn, free cable/hs-internet,
walk to UF, live alone or w/someone. Call
Stephanie 804-512-3913 4-8-10-3

1 BR/1 BA in 4BR/4BA $340/mo, pvt BA, W/D,
furn, all utils incl, ethernet, .cable, lease from
May-Aug, 1st mo 1/2 off. Great Deal! Call
305-469-3372 4-8-10-3

Walk 2 class. Summer Sub. Huge 1BR/1BA,
pool, W/D, walk-in closet, cable internet @
Museum Walk. $300 price neg. Call 941-238-
7118 4-8-10-3

$240/mo SUMMER SUBLEASE
+ 1/3 UTIL
3BR/2BA Boardwalk Apt.
Call PK 954-682-5979
or call 904-705-1689 4-8-9-3

Reduced $4.50 @ The Exchange
Furnished 1BR/1BA in 2/2
Kitchen, living room, porch, W/D,
Now available.
Female please. 772-473-0560. 4-12-10-3

COUNTRYSIDE APT
1 BR/1 BA in a 4BR/4BA apt, utils, cable,
W/D, dishwasher, FURNISHED. $400/mo
OBO. Availabel 5/1 727-656-8207 4-19-15-3


SUMMER SUBLEASE 2 rooms avail May
1st in a 4BR/2BA house. Rent $355/mo + 1/4
utils. W/D, cable modem internet, 2 blocks
from campus. Call 352-213-3112 4-20-16-3

Sublease SPYGLASS apt May to July 31.
1 BR/1 BA in 2 BR/2 BA apt. $450/mo OBO
everything incl. Fun roommate. Call Katie S.
352-213-5425 4-12-10-3

Summer sublease avail. 3 blocks to campus.
Fabulous location! 1 BR in 2 BR/1 BA,.$260/
mo + 1/2 utils. Call 813-368-6801 or email
tenessa@ufl.edu 4-12-10-3

$400/mo NEGOTIABLE. The Landings 11 FT
x 14 FT. bedroom. Everything included. Free
tanning, sports courts, poolhouse, Summer.
Furniture available. 954-290-8087 4-12-10-3

$299/mo + utils. 1 BR avail in 2BR townhouse
in Miill Run for summer. $250/mo. W/D, wire-
less internet, fully furnished. Pets allowed.
262-2814 4-12-10-3

Lexington May thru Aug sublease 1 BR/BA in
4BR/BA. Includes util, furn, pool, appliances,
bus rt. $900 whole summer. Call Jose 561-
317-5603, jramos@ufl.edu 4-13-10-3

THE EXCHANGE 1/1 in 2/2 May, June, July.
$325/mo incl util, cable i-net, W/D, male,
furn, gated, bus rt. Call Hank 904-556-614_
or 904-491-4574 (Steve) 4-20-15-3

Female sublease at Courtyards. 1 bed-
room in 4/2 townhouse on 13th. All furn
& util included; $399/mo negotiable.
Sec dep & 1st mo rent free, 514-6408 or
murraymd@ufl.edu. 4-20-15-3

Sublease @ The Exchange 1BR/1BA in
3BR/3BA, fully furn, utils incl. $350/mo, avail
May-Aug, call Will 786-247-1177 4-6-5-3

SUMMER SUBLEASE at University Club.
1 BR/1BA in 4BR/4BA apt. $360/mo, incl uils,
cable, ethernet, furn, W/D & more. Call 786-
423-0445 4-6-5-3

1BR/1BA in 4BR/4BA for May-July 31st.
W/D, full bed, biggest BR in apt. $325/mo.
Two bus routes, 12 and 35, quiet roommates,
University Terrace. Call Ken @ 239-246-
0683 4-6-5-3

10 SECOND WALK T'FUF
Looking Glass Apts. Summer sublease $450/
mo negotiable. Drew 561-339-1219.4-6-5-3

Summer Sublease 1BR in 3BR/2.5BA
Greenwich Green Apts. $350/mo + 1/3 util.
Avail. 5/1-7/31. Call 407-383-0843 4-6-5-3

SUMMER SUBLEASE @ THE EXCHANGE
1BR/1BA in 3BR/3BR NO DEPOSIT, RENT
NEGOTIABLE. Furn, everything incl. Other
2 rooms also avail. Great location. Call Amy
@ 352-494-2832, g8ergurl@ufl.edu 4-7-6-3

2BR/2BA Oxford Manor $363 each.
Negotiable. W/D, podl, weight room, tanning,
3 bus rts, furniture avail. Call 239-671-3148
or 561-635-8671 4-7-5-3

4BR/4BA avail May Aug in Campus Lodge.
Very negotiable w/ price & rental time. VERY
CLEAN! Call 561-251-8842 4-7-5-3

University Commons May-Aug Fully fur-
nished 1 BR in 4BR/2BA $295/mo. Aug rent
FREE. Call 813-966-8324 4-7-5-3

4 BLOCKS TO UF! *
1BR/BA avail May Aug. Fully fum al
utils included +. internet, W/D, balcony
pool. Rent negotiable 352-262-6824 c
mferro14@ufi.edu 4-7-5-3

GAINESVILLE PLACE $350/mo
1/1 in 4/4 May Aug. Furn, all utils incl
Female only. Call Camille 407-970-8537
4-7-5-3

Gainesville Place Apts for summer sublease
1BR/1BA avail in 2BR/2BA all utils, cable
internet, incl. Fully furn. Close to campus
2 bus stops on prop. Call 386-566-8046
anytime. 4-7-5-3

SUBLEASE 4/14-8/14, 2BR/2.5BA. Many
amenities inc. W/D, $649/mo Call 332-5344
4-14-10-3


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Gainesville Place 1BR/BA Fully furnished,
all utilities included, on 3 bus routes. Lots of
amenities! Avail. May-Aug. Rent negotiable!
814-571;4091 4-7-5-3

Summer Sublease May July 31. Furn 1BR/
1BA in 3BR/3BA at Hidden Lake. $510/mo
incl W/D, ethernet, gym, pool, tanning bed
& cable. On bus route 8. Call 904-622-6263
4-14-10-3

Summer sublease at University, Glades
-1BR/1BA in 3BR/3BA. Huge walk-in closet!
Fumitua optional. Price negotiable. Call
954-529-5223 4-7-5-3

1BR/1BA avail May-Aug. Aug free. $400/
mo fully furnished, ethernet, utilities, cable
included. Rent neg. Call 727-433-1607 4-
14-10-3

ROYAL VILLAGE APT. For only
$350/month + 1/4 electric! 1BR
in a 4BR/2BA. Females only.
Available NOW!
Call 561-234-9220 4-7-5-3

DOWNTOWN sublease May/June/July
Arlington Sq. w/pool 1 min to clubs
1BR w/bath in 3BR townhouse
Other roommates away for summer
Now ONLY $450/mo 352-222-7797 4-14-
10-3

GET YOUR OWN APT!
Lg 1BR/BA in Picadelli. Avail Now July 31st.
Great location, close to everything. $500/mo
352-514-5296 4-8-5-3

1BR apt avail May July. 5 min walking dist
to UF. Gated porch. Ideal for pets. Trees give
shade & privacy. W/D & pool onsite. Walk-in
closet. 904-874-3887 4-8-5-3

Students Attention, are you' interested in
an apartment with a view? Wake up every
morning to the Gainesville skyline. $459/mo.
Contact me to sublease. A plus: utilities in-
cluded 379-9126 4-8-5-3

2BR/1BA HOUSE.. W/D incl, hd wd floors,
lots of space, walking distance to campus.
Sublease 1 room or both. Avail end of Apr to
Aug 14th. Call 256-6714 4-8-5-3

1BR irrSampus Lodge, fully furn, pvt bath-
room, all utils incl. vaulted ceilings, valued
at $519/mo Subleasing for $375/mo from
May 1st mid Aug. Call Joy 786-210-9453
4-15-10-3

1BR spacious apt in Duckpond 5 min from
UF. Responsible grad or professional pref.
Available immed. $400. Call 917-612-5173.
4-6-3-3

Summer sublease at Hidden Lake. 1 of 2BR/
2BA. Call Jessica @ 863-860-7270 for more
info. 4-15-10-3

Very cheap rent. Huge house 2 blks from
campus. 2BRs avail. Indiv lease avail. Avail
May 1st to Aug. Call 954-260-4377 Michelle
for more info, or Jenny 407-493-4049 4-8-
5-3

F sub wanted for summer 1 bed/pvt bath.
Gainesville. Place Apt. $440 or neg. May-July
all util incl. New w/gym, 2 pools, park. Off
Archer Rd. busstop in complex. 727-488-
0882 4-8-5-3

1 rm in house $285 mo0+ uitl & cbl
3 mo sublese first mo free, great loc off
34th st. Wash/dry quiet area. 352-375-1353
4-20-12-3

1 or 2BR avail for summer sublease in 3/2.5
townhouse. Walking distance to Butler Plaza
& 1 mi to UF. Avail, furn or unfurn, W/D. Call
Clliff at 561-252-0819 4-20-12-3

May to.Aug. $380 is all you pay! Util, wire-
less, furn incl. Free tanning, pool, hottub,
fitness center, comp lab, tennis, bus route
352-246-3743 4-18-10-3

WALK TO CLASS IBR/1BA next to pool
& laundry, walk-in closet, outdoor patio,
COLLEGE PARK $500/mo. Call Derek 352-
219-9073, derek34786@aol.com 4-11-5-3

Female only roommate for summer sub-
lease. 15 mi Hidden Lake Apt 1BR/1BA
spacious, W/D incl. Pets allowed. For more
information. Call Maegan 352-745-2377
4-11-5-3


University Glades Sublease!! SUMMER:
May Aug. Price neg. BR w/personal bath
in 3/3 apt. Incl all until. Furniture avail. Call
Stacey 352-336-1968 4-20-12-3

LIVE WITH YOUR FRIENDS!!!
ALL rooms in furnished 3/3 townhouse-
Huge bedrooms/closets, 2 balconies,
free tan/cable, courts, pool, gated
May -August, $1170/mo 727-743-7240
4-11-5-3

Sublease room May July 31st. The Laurels.
$265/mo + 1/3 utils & cable. Call Megan 321-
917-9417 4-11-5-3

$225/mo, SUMMER SUBLEASE + 1/3 utils,
in 3BR/2BA, Aspen Ridge Apt. Please call
813-690-0215 4-11-5-3

CAMPUS LODGE APT for sublease May
to Aug only $350/mo (regular $510/mo) incl
everything from furn to elec. Pvt BA, vaulted
ceilings, poolside. Many upgrades. Call Nick
954-663-1530 4-11-5-3

SUMMER SUBLEASE 2 rooms @ University
Commons 4/2 apt. $385/mo each. Incl util &
cable: Avail now -Aug. Call 954-895-0884 or
904-377-9346 CLOSE TO UF. 4-11-5-3

***SUMMER SUBLEASE***
June-Aug 4BR/4BA, 1 room open, furnished,
utilities paid, washer/dryer, dishwasher, bus rt
12/35, internet. $300 negotiable 246-4330
4-11-4-3

Cheap lease! 2BR/2BA avail in 4BR/4BAfem
apt. $350/mo incl utils, furn, cable, wireless.
Bus routes 9 & 35 near Archer & 34th. Call
954-242-0966 4-7-2-3

ARLINGTON SQUARE $220/mo
1BR/1BA in 2BR/2BA townhome: 1/2 util,
cable, internet. May 1 thur July 31. 352-514-
3640 4-20-11-3

2BR apt 1123 SW 5th Ave. 1 blk from UF.
Large living, space available for sublease
now!!!! through Juoly. 31st. Hardwood
floors, new central air + heat. $650/mo
NickBrogan@yahoo.com 4-7-2-3 .

IMMEDIATE SUBLEASE
$250mo/utils for 1BR in 3BR/2BA w W/D in
Rocky Point. Call 772-285-3472 4-12-5-3

Museum Walk Apt for Summer 1/1 in 2/2
townhouse near campus. Fast bus rt, pvt
balcony, walk-in closet, furn. W/D, pets ok.
$380/mo + utils. Call 239-229-7218 4-12-5-3

$450. Female roommate for a sublease May
- July 31st at Hidden Lake. Includes ALL
utilities, cable, internet. Furnished, washer-
dryer. Contact Leanna at 585-802-1548
4-20-11-3.,

1BR/1BA luxury apt. Subleas.e until end of
summer. Cathedral ceilings, W/D, balcony,
etc. Call for price. 786-402-1175 or rdboyri
e@coraltrucking.com 4-20-11-3

Available immediately. 1BR/1BR in 3BR
house. Close to campus. W/D, great room-
mate. $0 down, $340/mo. negotiable. Call
Tim. 727-642-0136. 4-20-11-3

lbdrm available in 3 bdrom starting May. No
roommates. Unfurnished room, furnished
apt. Must be clean. $310/mo for 3 mos. Call
Cristy 305-586-8570 4-12-5-3

Spyglass sublease avail May-July 31. 1BR/
1BA fully furnished, all utilities included.
$750/mo neg kep sec dep:. Call 352-377-
7563 or email ccampise@ufl.edu. 4-20-11-3

Laurels sublease! May 1 -Aug 7. Huge 1 BR/
1BA in a 3/3 T/H. Private balcony, walk-in
closet gym, tanning bed, gated community.
All furniture for sale! Call 378-9597. 4-12-5-3

*DUCKPOND* Sublease May & June.
Huge room in historic Victorian home. $315/
mo, 3 blocks from downtown. 377-2373.
4-20-11-3

University Commons Apts. Need male or fe-
male to move into complex. April 20 -August
20. Please call 352-514-2326 4-12-5-3

APRIL RENT FREE
Fully furn 1 BR/1 BA at Melrose Student
Suites. Avail now Aug 15 (Aug Rent Free)
$350/mo. Call John 813-758-2471 4-12-5-3


$200/mo OFFI Campus Lodge Apts. Furn
pvt BR/BA $350/mo May Aug w/option to
renew. Incl everything + interest + W/D. Near
UF. Call Kelly 954-691-8944 4-12-5-3 ,

Sublease @ The Exchange 1BR/1BA in
3BR/3BAAvail May thru Aug. Price reduction
$350/mo OBO. Fully fuirrished, utils incl.
Call Tiffany 352-303-6130 4-12-5-3

Sublease .@ The Exchange 1BR/1BA in
2BR/2BA. Avail May thru Aug. Price reduc-
tion $350/mo OBO. Fully furnished utils incl.
Call Edward 352-256-1890 4-12-5-3

1 BR/1 BA atp, 620 sq ft, private courtyard, W/
D avail, May-Aug at Oak Glade. Quiet street,
bus to campus, can renew. Tucked away off
SW 34th St. Call Ryan 284-1882 4-8-3-3

SUMMER SUBLEASE @ GAINESVILLE
PLACE.1BR/1BA in 4BR/4BA. Fully.furn, all
util incl, + monthly maid svc. May-Aug. $350/
mo MUST RENT. Call Stacy @352-219-263.6
or TAP82@aol.com 4-12-5-3

Avail now-Aug 10. Melrose sublet. F room-
mate for 1pvt BR w/Pvt BA in 2BR apt.
kitchen, balcony, W/D, e-net, pol. Close to
UF on bus rte., 10 min to SFCC. $509/mo
- negotiable. 734-677-6044 4-12-5-3,


SoRoommates :


Roommate Matching HERE
Oxford Manor 377-2777
The Landings 336-3838
The Laurels 335-4455
Cobblestone 377-2801
Hidden Lake 374-3866
4-20-71-4

Female roommate .for one/two female UF
students. Quiet. Resposible. 60 second walk
to UF. Old house charm with all amenities.
Avail Now. $400 up. 352-538-2181 .Lv mes-
sage. Private Owner 4-20-71-4

Female roommates wanted brand new 2100
sq ft home. Huge pool, pvt fence, minutes to
UF. Internet, HBO cable, sec alarm & utils
incl $525/mo.Avail Fall. Call Jacqueline 352-
395-7462 or 941-780-3526 4-20-71-4

Sublets and Rooms Available-
All Florida Areas; All Major Cities
Browse available Rooms FREE! -
www.METROROOMMATES.com
1-(877)-For-Rent (367-7368) 4-20-71-4

M/F NS Grad student/professional wanted to
rent fum room in gorgeous new house 1 5 mi
to Shands. Kitchen, LR, laundry $425+ utils
336-5450 or 954-646-1341 4-20-71-4

GIRLS ONLY 2 rooms one April, one May to
July 31. Each w/pvt baths. Cent AC, W/D,
cable incl. Internet-ready. $350/mo each.
305-299-3485 Call 352-472-9778 4-6-30-4

Grad, uppperclassman, or prof to share spa-
cious new 3BR/2BA house. Internet & cable
incl. Must be neat, clean & responsible. $450
or 425/mo + 1/2 utils. Short or long term
avail. 262-3989 4-20-38-4

2BR/1BA SW 5th Ave by Credit Union/
Norman Hall/hospital/buses for city/UF.
Laundry/AC/furniture/c-fans. $300 + half
util. Quiet/considerate F/M? Call 337-9746
4-12-25-4

Avail May 2 rooms in Ig house, 1 blk from
13th & University, $300 + split util, sec dep,
NS, no pets. Contact sor20@yahoo.com or
leave message at 352-870-7256 4-20-28-4-

4BR/4BA Univ Terr W Condo -Immed Occ
- Room rental basis Perfect for sutednts
with or without roommates! $375/mo per rm,
utilities & broadband pd, bus to campus! Call
239-537-5100 4-8-20-4

1 Female, responsible, NS, student wanted
for 3BR/2BA house. A/C, W/D, pet friendly,
close to UF & SFCC, 1st & last mo rent.
$300/mo + 1/3 utils. Call Liz 352-339-5463
4-12-20-4

2BR avail in 4BR/4BA condo in Countryside.
W/D in apt, 32" TV, walk-in closets, pool,
gym, e-net $400/mo incl electric & cable.
1 MONTH FREE W/LEASE 305-944-3600
'4-20-26-4


Avail NOW Great location 1BR/1BA in 3BR/
3BA, Washer and dryer, high spd internet,
$308/mo + util. Females only, please call
Lauren @ 352-799-3726 Iv message. 4-
12-20-4-

Live in luxury above Starbucks & Dragonfly
Sushi. Room w/pvt bath avail mins from UF,
Shands, etc. Spacious luxury house. Hard
wood floors throughout., new appliances.
$449/mo. Call Anthony Vargas 337-1330
4-11-22-4

N/S ROOMMATE needed for fall and/or
summer for 3BR home near mall. Located in
quiet wooded area. $350/mo EVERYTHING
INCLUDED. Must love dogs. 352-262-9630
4-8-17-4

**4 BLOCKS TO CAMPUS**
Large house w/pool, wood floors, big rooms.
2BRs available Aug 1st. Wireless. $450/mo
+ utils ea. Corey 904-234-5214 or 352-373-
9015 4-15-20-4

M/F, NS needed to share 2BR/2.5BA
Southfork Oaks townhome. (near Target).
Unfurn master BR w/own BA avail. W/D.
No pets. $347/mo + 1/2 utils. No lease. Call
Evan 335-9714 4-8-12-4

1 Room in 3BR/2BA condo. Avail May 1 for
summer & possibly fall. Prefer F, NS. $350/
mo + share utils. W/D incl. Common areas
furn. Marchwood Condos Good location
close to UF 813-973-5058 or 352-337-1534
4-6-10-4

Unfurn BR for rent in brand new, spacious
condo w/2 female UF students. NW 55th
St. Call Lisa for details @ 352-514-1763
4-20-19-4

ROCKWOOD VILLAS
2 ROOMS AVAILABLE PVT BA $425/mo incl
all utils, on major bus rt, quiet, comfortable,
a place to call home. Call 352-284-2810 for
more info. 4-8-10-4

SUMMER SPECIAL
Females for 1-2 BR in 3/2 house 3 blocks to
UF, Shands, VA. Pets ok, furn opt, Reg $375,
avail now $275 + utils & dep. Jen 466-4853
msg. 4-11-11-4

2M roommates needed for 3BR Millpond
twnhs fully furn; king beds, hi spd net,-
cable, W/D, pool, near UF, on UF bus rt,
$450 & 1/3 util, Chris 407-340-8585 or email
csmith3672@aol.com 4-20-18-4

ROCKWOOD VILLAS
$350/mo + 1/3 utils. 2BR/2BA avail in 3BR/
3BA townhouse: Wood floors, washer/dryer,
Shigh-speed internet. Call Colleen 954-857-
5297 4-12-10-4

2 Female Roomrfiates in 4/2 house in quiet
NW neighborhood large yard, sunroom.
NS/drug. Must be clean -and responsible
$400 + 1/4 util. Email 123daisy@excite.com
4-12-10-4

Female wanted. Prof, college student, NS,
2BR/1BA 1300 sq ft $380/mo W/D, incl.
Close to UF & Duckpond. Avail 6/1 Ask for
Michelle 813-997-6600 4-12-10-4

2 females looking for a 3rd in a beautiful
3BR/3BA condo located in prime residential
area. 15 min from UF. Close to park-n-ride.
Large kitchen & living room, patio, internet,
cable TV & W/D, community p"bol. $450/mo
727-399-0574 4-12-10-4

NS, mature, responsible, upper-classman or
grad student-for own room-& bath 'in large
quiet home only 8 blocks north of campus.
Rent incl all utils, W/D, wireless & cable.
$500/mo 727-433-0229 4-20-16-4


Roommate Wanted:
Large 2/1 apartment on 13th next to Norman
Hall. $320/mo plus 1/2 utilities, lease from
July July. Female preferred, cool person
required. 514-6408 or murraymd@ufl.edu
4-20-15-4

Looking for roommate to rent master BR in
nice clean relaxed environment. New wood
floors & appliances, no move-in or applica-
tion fees. $350 + 1/3 utils. Call Ryan 850-
261-3571 4-6-5-4

Loft BR $250/mo big old house in NW.
Remodeled, hardwood firs, new kitchen &
baths, great yard, close to UF. Great room-
mates, DSL; good parking. Stephanie 371-
-9409 4-13-10-4

Female roommate needed for NW 39th Ave
home. $475/mo, all utilities incl, internet, fully
furnished, private BR, W/D. Avail. ASAP 870-
5291 4-6-5-4

Roommate needed for 1BR/1BA in 2BR/
2.5BA condo on SW 20th Ave. Summer
sublease or full year lease, $315/$385/mo.
Female only, NS. Call Katherine 262-9588
4-6-5-4

4BR/2BA HOUSE $450/mo utils incl. Avail
now. Furnished. Call 321-438-4295 4-7-5-4

Female Roommates Needed for 3BR/2BA
house. Pets welcome! Everything included in
$450 rent! Furn available, wireless internet,
digital cable,-W/D and much more, Please
call Kathryn @ 352-367-9376 or 352-246-
3553 4-14-10-4

Roommate needed to share beautiful 3/2
house in NW Gainesville. Min to UF. Fully'
furn, pets welcome. Huge fenced yard, W/D,
DW. Available immediately. Vicky at 386-
848-5620 4-7-5-4

LUXURY TOWNHOUSE 2BR/2.5BA. W/D,
fully furn. (all brand new), pool, gym. F room-
mate needed. N/S, serious student. $425/mo
+ 1/.2 utils (free ethernet) Iv msg 786-246-
3049 4-7-5-4

OVERSIZED BEDROOM! Room for 2!
Can be furnished/unfumished. Move
avail. 4/4. Located across the st. from
campus. Call 941-685-9691 or email
csherk10@hotmail.com 4-8-5-4

ARC ofAlachua County
Male roommate wanted: Nice Man with de-
velopmental disablilites is looking to share
rent and utilities with roommate in spacious
apt. within walking distance of SFCC. Apply
in person with HR Department at 3303 NW
83rd St. or call 334-4060 4-8-5-4

Beautiful home in trees on quiet street near
UF. Quiet for study. Gourmet kitchen, fire-
place, hi-spd DSL internet, cable TV, W/D,
centA/C, Ig yard, cats welcome. $340 + utils.
352-271-8711 4-8-5-4

Room in NW home. $325/mo incl utils &
'DSL. No pets, mature male non-drinker/
smoker. Avail 5/1/05 (flex) Scott 335-8209
4-15-10-4

M/F NS grad student/prof for room in 3BRi
2BA house near Vet School & Shands. Lease
expires 7/31. $350/mo neg + 1/3 utils. Call
Josh 372-0860 4-20-12-4

Avail starting 5/1 Share beautiful 3BR/2BA
home on 2 care lot $475/mo utils incl. 850-
685-0632 4-8-5-4


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COBBLESTONE
NS roommate for fall to share charming
3/3 townhouse apt. 2 mi from campus on
bus rt. Rent $400/mo + utils. Exceptional
amenities. Call 352-613-4822 or 310-600-
7104 4-7-3-4

M/F roommate for 2 rooms in 3/2 house
$450/mo everything included, W/D, cable
internet, completely furnished. Call Jen at
561-723-7621 4-11-5-4

2 ROOMS OPEN ap. $85/p/S. small apt. one
person or 2 $85 p/w one $1.00. For 2. All full
cable W/M. 2 miles out Hawthorn Rd. For
details pager 202-7074 or Mess. #376-0384
4-12-5-4.

5 BLOCKS TO UF
Own BR/BA in 2BR townhouse. $375/mo +
1/2 utils. W/D, hi-spd internet, M or F. Avail
May 1. 305-962-6102.4-20-11-4

10 MIN WALK TO CAMPUS
M/F undergrad to share spacious 2BR/2BA
on Archer Rd. Clubhouse, pool $300 + 1/2
utils. Avail May. Call Peter 352-871-0471
4-12-5-4

Female Roommate Wanted
MILL RUN Condo SW 20th
Available May 5th, 2BR/2.5 BA,
- on Bus Route, Washer & Dryer,
Newly Renovated, Prefer upperclassmen/
grad students. $450 incl utils 904-268-3249
4-12-5-4

2/2 avail in beautiful large house located in
quiet neighborhood. Avail for the summer
beginning May 1. Call 352-246-4519 or 352-
376-4421. N/S, neat, preferred. 6-2-19-4

2 Ig BRs in pvt hm w/2 UF- students, (M,F) 10
min to Shands & UF. $450/mo (inci $50/mo
twds utils). W/D, pool & tennis, DSL, cable.
No pets. NS, avail after 7/1 &/or 8/15. Call
561-866-7958 4-12-5-4

Females for all rooms in beautiful fully furn
Univ Terr 4BR/4BA Walk-in closets. Great
location 2 bus rts. 1 year lease. $425/mo
incl utils, wireless internet,, W/D. Bring your
friends & call 954-592-0521 4-12-5-4


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Wanted for:
2 Counts of Burglary of a
Dwelling.


ALACHUA COUNTY


CRIME

STOPPERS

Call (352) 372-STOP


a l- Real Estate 3 ll Furnishings ] UE Electronics


Sell your house, condo, acreage, mobile
home and much more in the ALLIGATOR
CLASSIFIEDS! Reach over 24,000 possible
buyers! Mastercard and Visa accepted over
the phone. Please Call 373-Find

Quad-, Tri-, or Duplex w/pvt parking, extra
land, 60 sec walk to UF. Exc cond. House
3/4BR, 2BA, wd firs, covered prch, concrete
patio, garage/work-shop. Pvt Owner. 352-
538-2181 Iv mssg 4-20-71-5

NEW COMPANY IN GAINESVILLE
looking to buy or lease houses in 'this area.
Any size, price or condition. 352-264-7347
or visit us at www.happygatorhomes.com
4-20-71-5

The Flavor of New Orleans comes to cam-
pus. Luxurious St. Charles Condominiums.
1 block to UF. Choose from 2BR/2BA flats,
or view.the University from your 3BR/3BA
townhouse. Prices starting in the $180's 375-
8256 4-20-71-5

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN PURCHASING
A HOUSE OR CONDO NEAR UF?
Plenty of properties are available.
Call Marc J, Nakleh at Campus Realty
352-235-1576 4-20-68-5

Existing condos & luxury condos near UF
at affordable prices. For more information,
visit www.mattpricerealtor.com or call to-
day Matt Price 352-281-3551 4-6-42-5

HOT STUDENT CONDOS NEAR UF
Save Thousandss When You Buy Now.
FREE LIST of Great Local Condos.
www.UF-Condos.com
Campus Realty Group
6-3-40-5

1BR/1BA LOFT CONDO
ELEGANT BOHEMIAN STYLE. Interior-fea-
tures a customized kitchen, bath & balcony,
convt to UF, Shands, VA & mall. Amp. pking.
$73,800 352-222-2942 photos.yahoo.com/
dgmatt45 4-20-28-5

Townhouse 3BR/2BA. -Close to UF. On bus
rt. Quiet location. Dish/W, W/D, tile kitchen,
living/dining area. Fenced backyard. Pool.
$140,000 352-284-6154 4-20-26-5

Great Homes Near UF
STOP Renting. Own Your Home.
FREE LIST of Campus Area Homes
www.Homes-Near-UF.com
Campus Realty Group
6-3-34-5

FOR SALE .OR .RENT TO OWN GET
READY FOR SUMMER -ADORABLE LAKE
HOUSE on spring-fed pvt lake in Keystone
Hgts. 2/2, large lot. Avail now. $129,950. Call
379-0619 4-20-20-5

HORSE PROPERTY
Lease-to-own- or owner financing. 3BR/
2.5BA, 2091 sq ft. 3.86 acres, block &
stucco, fireplace, $2150/mo + down. Owner
licensed realtor Michael Quinones 376-2433
4-20-19-5

-CUTE 2BR/2BA CONDO. Quiet neighbor-
hood conv to mall & UF. End unit. High ceil-
ings. Loft style master BR w/separate study.
$95,500. Call 352-246-1802 4-8-6-5

GET IN-THE GAME!!!
Rental homes SE G'ville.
Positive Cash-Flow, Stable Tenants
34k & 39k
www.SE-Rentals.com
4-12-5-5



a l Furnishings D
BED-Queen, orthopedic, firm, extra thick, pil-
low-top, mattress & box. Name brand, new,
still in plastic. -Sacrifice $150. Call 352-372-
7490 will deliver. 4-20-71-6

BED FULL SIZE ORTHOPEDIC Pillow-top
mattress & box. New, unused, still in plastic
w/warrant,. Can deliver. Sacrifice $140. Call
352-377-9846 4-20-71-6

MICROFIBER SOFA & LOVESEAT
Brand new still packaged w/warranty. Must
sell. Can deliver. Retail $2300. Sacrifice
$550 352-372-7490 4-20-71-6


BED King Pillowtop mattress & box springs.
Orthopedic rated. Name brand, new, never
been used, in plastic with warranty. Sell
$230. Call 352-372-8588 Can deliver. 4-
20-71-6

CHERRY SLEIGH BED solid with Pillowtop
Mattress & Box. All new still boxed. Cost
$1500, sacrifice $550 352-271-5119 4-20-
71-6

BEDROOM SET. 7pc Cherry, Queen/ king
bed, dresser w/mirror, 2 nightstands, chests
avail. Dovetail const. New, in boxes. Can de-
liver. Retail $6500, must sell, sacrifice $1400
(352) 372-7490 4-20-71-6

SOFA & LOVESEAT 100%. Italian leather.
Brand new in plastic w/warranty. Retail
$2650. Sacrifice $750. Call 352-377-9846
4-20-71-6

DINING ROOM Beautiful cherry set w/table,
6 Chippendale chairs, hutch & buffet. New,
still in boxes. Retail $5200, sacrifice $1100.
Must sell. Can deliver. 352-372-8588 4-20-
71-6

FUTON Solid oak mission-style frame w/
mattress. Brand new, all unused in box. Sell
$199 can deliver. 352-377-9846 4-20-71-6

Beds*Full mattress & boxspring sets
$490Qn sets $890Single sets $390King
sets $990From estate sale: Safe pine
bunk bed $109. 376-0939/378-0497. Call a
Mattress 4370 SW 20th Ave 4-20-71-6

4-PIECE BEDROOM SET
Includes: bed, dresser w/attached mirror,
nightstand armoire. Sacrifice at $325 OBO.
419-799-9181 Eric 4-7-7-6

FOOSEBALL TABLE
Excellent Cond $700 OBO. 372-1138 (after-
noon or 378-5524 4-7-5-6

Dresser $35, queen sz bed $60, window AC
8000 BTU $75, 19" color TV $40, dorm fridge
sm $40, VHS movie camera $65, lawnmower
$60, electric mower $60, musical cuckoo
clock $65 Call 335-5326 4-6-2-6


Computers .
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4 A+ ariputEr reh
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8-23-170-7

Computer HELP fast! A+ Computer Geek
House/dorm 59 min response. No waiting/
unplugging/hassels. $10 Gator Discount.
M/F Cert MCSE technicians. 333-8404.
www.AComputerGeek.com 8-23-170-7

*G'ville Computer Repair Inc*
Service on all PC MAC and Networks 1204
NW 13th St Ste #10 352-337-2500. 4-20-
71-7

COMPUTER SOLUTIONS, INC.
Complete residential & commercial support,
networking & website development. $45/hr
www.gainesvillecsi.com 371-2230 4-20-71-7

LAPTOP REPAIR
Buy & sell. Looking for quantity for parts.
www.pcrecycle.biz 336-0075 4-20-71-7.

"COMPUTER & LAPTOP REPAIRS"
Network specialists
We buy computers and laptops
Working and Non-working
378-4009, 607 NW 13th Street
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Computer/Inlemet 352.219.2980
4-20-66-7

GATORNERD.COM
- computer/laptop repair --
- networks, wireless, virus
-we BEAT all prices!
- home/dorm 352-219-29804-20-66-7.

Save $$ with coupons from the Alligator.


DISCOUNT HI-FI
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WE-ARE CHEAPER
4-20-71-8

$10! TV'S, COMPUTERS, VIDEO GAMES!
Police Seized! From $10! Info: 800-749-
8128 ext M974 4-20-31-8


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In the market for a hew set of wheels or just
looking to add a second to that collection?
Want personalized handlebars or a fitted
seat? Check in the Alligator Classifieds.

NEW & USED BIKES FOR SALE
Many to choose from
.0 Best Prices in Townl
SPIN CYCLE 373-3355
424 W University Ave 4-20-69-9

RED ROAD BIKE $175 OBO
Late 80's, Panasonic, 51cm, ex cond, dx-
1000, w/Shimano components, cro-mo fits
5'4" to 5'9". Recent tune-up. Please call Nick
871-2755 4-11-5-9


Ml For Sale


PARKING:
Private, Secure, Guaranteed. 60 sec to UF.
Reserve now! Reasonable rates. 352-538-
2181. Can leave mssg. 4-20-71-10

PARTY SUPPLIES: Complete line of bar
supplies, glassware, beer taps, draft beer
equipment. Professional cooking utensils.
R.W.Beaty Co. 4322 NW 13th St, Gville
RWBEATY.COM 376-5939. 4-20-71-10

Come see what's new! GCM thrift shops
downtown 238 SW 4th Ave; NW 5001 NW
34th St. Get more bang for your $! New items
daily Mon- Sat 378-3654 4-20-43-10

SUNFISH SAILBOAT 14'
w/trailer. Good -condition. $150 871-7012
4-6-4-10 ..

"College Survival Tips" e-book. Download
with credit card or e-check; or pay by check
and receive in e-mail. Only $8 at www.realti
mepublications.com 4-18-11-10 .

55 Gallon Saltwater Fish Tank
with Stand and Canopy
120lbs of Fiji and Tonga live rock
Must sell $750 OBO
Please contact 904-742-1700 to see 4-12-
5-10


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** SCOOTERS **
RPM MOTORCYCLES INC
SALES, SERVICE, PARTS
Many Brands Available 518 SE 2nd St..
www.RPMmotorcycles.com 377-6974
4-20-71-11-

Swamp Cycles
Electric Bikes, Scooters, and more!
Prices from $450 with 1yr warranty
534 SW 4th Ave. 373-8823
www.swampcycles.com 4-20-70-11


*NEW SCOOTERS 4 LESS*
New location now open 1901 NW67th Place
352-336-1271 www.newscooters4less.com
Best prices in Gainesville. Owned by Gator
grads. All models & directions avail on web-
site. 4-20-50-11

** CASH PAID FOR MOTORCYCLES **
SCOOTERS, DIRT BIKES in ANY condition,
Running or Not, Titles orNot.
PROMPT PICK UP. Call ANYTIME
352-495-7769 Please leave message
5-24-25-11

***SOLANO CYCLE***
Scooters from $599. Largest section
KYMCO, Vento, Hyosung, Keen & many
others. Financing avail. 3550 SW 34th St.
338-8450 solanocycle.com 8-15-43-11


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'88 Honda Accord $699
'86 Buick LeSabre $799
'88 Toyota Corolla $899
'90 Acura Legend $999
(352) 338-1999 4-2045-12


'90 Chevy Lumina Van $1499
'93 Chevy Blazer $1499
'90 Ford F-150 $2499
'93 Chrysler New Yorker $1999
(352) 338-1999 4-20-45-12

1991 MIATA
Racing green convertible witan interior.
Perfect condition. If interested call 379-0619
4-20-20-12


2003 LEXUS RX 300 26,800 miles, 2-wheel
drive, white, power, leather, nice. $29,900 -
firm. 213-3943 4-11-5-12

1992 PLYMOUTH SUNDANCE
Automatic, AC, new paint, CD, 83k, $1950.
Call 352-871-6979 4-20-12-12

2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Daytona, 2dr,
V-6 supercharger, AT, leather, sunroof, Bose,
exc condition, $10,400 OBO 352-264-0325
4-13-7-12


MjJ Wanted

LOCAL ARTIST NEEDS: GOLD,
DIAMONDS, GEMS, CLASS RINGS, ETC
TOP CASH $ OR TRADE. OZZIE'S FINE
JEWELRY 373-9243 4-20-71-13


BMW R60/5 1972
Garage kept. 14,000 miles. $1250/OBO Call Classifieds...
665-9381 4-20-14-11 Continued on next page.


l| Motorcycles. Mopedsj


1993 HONDA NIGHTHAWK
Good condition. Great for getting to and from
school 11,800 miles. $1300/OBO. Call-278-
0174 4-20-11-11


*lH Autos ..

*FAST CASH PAID FOR ANY CAROL
*Running or not!O
*NEED HONDA, TOYOTA, PICKUPS
*Over 10 yr svc to UF students
OCall Don @ 215-7987 4-20-71-12

CARS -CARS BuyOSelOTrade
Clean BMW, Volvo, Mercedes
Toyota, Honda, Nissan cars
3432 N Main St. www.carrsmith.com
CARRSMITH AUTO SALES 373-1150
4-20-71-12

**FAST CASH PAID**
For: CARS, TRUCKS, MOTORCYCLES
Running.or Not 1990 & up only
Call Ray 352-284-8619
4-20-71-12

OVER 50 IMPORTS UNDER $10,000
SELECT MOTOR CAR
THE YELLOW BUILDING
2715 N MAIN 377-1616
www.selectmotorcar.us
4-20-71-12

Best Cars Lowest Prices
www.39thaveimports.com
4-20-71-1212

*HEADLINERS SAGGING?*
**Power windows don't work?**
On site available
Call Steve 338-5142.
4-20-71-12

SUN CITY AUTO SALES
Bring your W2 & drive home today. Cash
cars as low as $1000. No credit check. Call
now 338-1999 4-20-63-12

SUN CITY AUTO SALES
We finance anyone! $2000 discount off fi-
nance price. More than 150 vehjiias in stock.
Call 338-1999 Drive today! 4-20-63-12

SUN CITY AUTO SALES
All vehicles $0 down & up! Plus +++ 30 day
warranty eng & trans. No credit check. Call
338-1999 4-20-63-12-










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Wanted 3


On-going VOLUNTEER needed: Blind lady
,needs trans on Sundays only to Mass @
Queen of Peace Catholic Church or St.
AugustineaCatholic Church. For more info
call 219-6948. I live in the Tower Rd area.
4-20-742-13

WANTED: TUTOR
NATIVE SPEAKING THAI. For conversa-
tional lang lessons. BKK/Central dialect. Flex
sched. Call 372-7711 4-7-5,13


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All previous applicants are encouraged to
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production application. Equal Opportunity.
Employer.

LIKE TO WORK WITH LUXURY CARS?
Bright? Enthusiastic? Like people? Must be
over 22, stable work history, clean driving re-
cord, drug-free, pers ref. www.carrsmith.com
for details. 4-20-71-14

Animal Care Tech looking for hard working
person to work w/ reptiles & rodents. Will
train, PT to start with more hrs possible. Start
at $5.50/hr. Flex hrs. Please call 495-9024
between 9-4 M-F. 4-20-71-4

CNA CLASS: Learn @ your own time and
pace. Everything you need to be a CNA and
pass the state exam is on VCR tape. 95%
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Phone survey interviewers Wanted. Start
work today! No sales, opinion research
only! Flexible Schedule! Perceptive Market
Research 336-6760 ex 4081 Call -now! 4-
20-71-14

Students in Accounting, Aviation, Business/
Sales an@fT needed for various positions.
Flexible schedules and competitive pay. Join
our team! Learn more at www.gleim.com/
employment 4-20-68-14


*m l Help Wanted

University of Florida
Survey Research Center
392-2908 ext. 105
$7/hr + BONUS + Paid Training
Nights + Weekends
Telephone Interviewing NO SALES
Must work summer breaks.
408 W. University Ave Suite #106&
4-20-71-14


$$ STUDENTS GET CASH $$
For gently used brand name
Clothing/accessories & furniture
$Cash on the Spot$ SANDY'S No appt
necessary! 2906 NW 13th St 372-1226 4-
20-71-14

HIRING KITCHEN STAFF & DRIVERS
FT or PT, flexible schedules. Call 2-5pm 378-
2442 or come in and fill out an application
@ California Chicken Grill 2124 SW 34th St
Mon-Fri 4-20-71-14


BARTENDING
$250 A DAY POTENTIAL
No experience necessary, training provided.
800-965-6520 ext 138 4-20-71-14

SECRET SHOPPERS
Needed for evaluations of
Local Stores, Restaurants and Theaters
Flexible Hours, E-mail required
Call 1-800-585-9024 ext 6254 .
4-20-71-14

AUDITORS for local growing inventory
service. FT/PT, DFWP. Paid training. Call
352-367-4608. www.aicscompanies.com
4-20-83-14


Mortgage lender has sales positions avail
for college students seeking prof work exp.
$8-9/hr + bonus. No exp req'd, flex hrs. Apply
in person btwn 4-8pm Mon-Fri 1900 SW 34
St Ste 206 (2nd fir above credit union)4-20-
70-14


DOMINO'S PIZZA
World's largest pizza delivery company now
hiring
* Delivery Drivers
* Pizza makers
* Phone order takers

$9 $14/hr
All you need is a reliable car & a very positive
attitude. Apply @ any of the 5 Domino's loca-
tions in Gainesville. 4-20-70-14


Attention Smokers!
Earn about $6/hr. Smokers are needed to
participate in a study on decision making &
smoking. If interested come to the psychol-
ogy bldg room 397 or call 392-0601 ext 297
4-20-63-14


DRIVERS NEEDED
gatorfood.com. Can earn anywhere between
$8-$20/hr. Set your own schedule.
Call Dave for info: 379-9600 4-8-55-14


OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR needed.
Gatorfood.com is looking for responsible,
enthusiastic people. City geography knowl-
edge, .customer svc. exp helpful. Room for
advancement For more info: David 379-3663
4-8-55-14


CASH
Tired of sitting around w/out it? Sithere &
make it! UF FLORIDA REPDIALS seeks UF
students to raise funds. Earn up to $8.00/hr
with a FLEXIBLE schedule. Apply at 105
NW 16th St. 4th Floor. Academic Classroom
Building 105, or call 392-7754 for more info.
4-20-63-14


Finance company needing office assistant
& collections associate. Young, progressive
company w/advancement & bonuses. 25
hrs/wk. Start immediately. Fax resume to
352-378-4156 5-19-63-14


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SUMMER JOBS
* $2100
* Co-Ed Camp
* Seven Weeks
* Room and Board Included

GET PAID TO PLAY!
The Florida Elks Youth Camp (FEYC)
needs male and female Summer Camp
Counselors ages 18 and up. FEYC is an
overnight camp located off of Highway 450
in Umatilla, FL The camp runs June 6 July
23. Please contact Krys Ragland at 1-800-
523-1673 ext. 250 or 352-669-9443 ext 250.
4-20-58-14

SECRETARY needed. Gatorfood.com is
looking for personable, responsible, enthu-
siastic, fun people. Customer service exp
helpful. For more info call David 379-3663
4-8-44-14

GET PAID for YOUR OPINIONS!
Earn $15-$125 and more per survey
www.moneyforsurveys.com
4-20-58-14

Web developer wanted. HTML, CSS,
motivated. 1 year minimum, portfolio a
must, graphic skills preferred. Contact
alallen@ufl.edu 4-20-42-14

Flash programmer wanted. Animation action
script, graphic experience, portfolio a must,
1 year minimum. Contact alallen@ufl.edu
4-20-42-14

EARN $60 THIS WEEK!
Donate Plasma & Save a Life

Best part-time job you'll ever have.
NEW DONORS
Bring this Ad. and Earn an
Extra $5 on Your 2nd Donation.
DCI Biologicals 150 NW 6th St.
352-378-9204
4-20-40-14

Web Programmer asp, asp.net, vb script,
c#, SQL knowledge. E-mail resume to
jobs@352media.com 4-20-43-14

*DANCERS NEEDED*
Private dance co. Great for students. Great
pay, fast cash & flexible hours. Call to start
today! 378-3312 4-12-20-14


*SUMMER WORK*
College Credit Possible $672/wk
888-362-2635 ext 251 for more info. 4-20-
32-14

WANTED: PT barn help in exchange for liv-
ing accommodations. Exp needed. Micanopy
area. Silber Ridge Stables 352-361-1454
4-12-25-14

GREAT PAY FOR- PEOPLE WHO STAY!
Park Place Car Wash looking for hard
.workers all positions. Cashiers (full day
availability) & line workers. (am 8:30-1 & pm
12-6 shifts avail) 15-40hrs your choice. Great
work environment. Apply: 7404 NW4th Blvd.
By Home Depot. No phone calls please. 4-
20-31-14

$1380 weekly stuffing envelopes. FT/PT.
No experience necessary. For more info call
386-462-9301 4-8-20-14

CAMP COUNSELORS Gain valuable
experience while having the summer of a
lifetime. Counselors, needed for Outdoor
Adventure, Arts, Aquatics & more in the
Pocono Mtns of Pennsylvania. Apply on line
@ www.pineforestcamp.com 4-20-26-14


Customer Service rep wanted.
MS Office Experience required.
Permanent Full-Time Position.
Contact: Jackson Industries,
4001 Newberry Rd, E4, Gvl or
info@jacksonllc.com 5-24-30-14


I2 Help Wanted

Spend your summer making a difference in
the lives of underprivileged boys and girls
ages 10-15. Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
Camping Services is hiring full-time and
temporary staff for summer camp and mo-
bile day camp programs. Activities include
canoeing, arts & crafts, bikes, horseback rid-
ing, archery, team sports, high and low ropes
course, and skits. Employment dates May
21 August 5. Pre-camp training includes
First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard, and NCI. We will
be at UF conducting interviews on March 8,
* 30 and April 11th. Call Mike Brannan at 352-
447-2259 for- more information. EOE/DFWP
4-20-24-14


Girl Scout Camp hiring counselors, life-
guards, nurses, boating instructor, arts/crafts
director, equestrian staff. Min age 18. Salary
+ meals & housing. 8 wks, 5/30 7/23.
Call 800-347-2688 or email
jcarr@girlscouts-gateway.org. EOE 4-18-
20-14


TOP BOYS SPORTS CAMP IN MAINEI
PLAY & COACH SPORTS HAVE
FUN MAKE $$$ CAMP COUNSELOR
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN OVER 15
SPORTS & ACTIVITIES FOR SUMMER
2005. CHECK IT OUTAND APPLY ONLINE.
NOW: WWW.CAMPCOBBOSSEE.COM
4-20-22-14


Groundskeepers FT, PT
Custodial duties/Apt Maint
Transportation req. DFWP EEO
220 N Main 375-2152 x301 4-20-22-14


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nastic & pre-school teachers leads w/CDA,
as well as housekeepers for all locations.
FT/PT positions avail. Apply within. 4-6-
15-14


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Leasing Consultant, FT, PT
Energetic Attitude
Cust. Serv. Exp. DFWP EEO
220 N. Main 375-2152 x301 4-20-22-14


Runner for law firm
Experienced only, must own vehicle, PT,
M-F, 12 5:30, fax resume to 352-376-4645
4-18-20-14


Accounting Tutor
I will pay well for your time to help student
taking accounting at SFCC thru April. Must
have taken "'managerial acting" or have a
degree in accounting. Fax 352-335-8566, or
stevegvl@hotmail.com 4-8-14-14

Camp Counselors Needed at Camp Wekiva
in Wekiva Springs State Park, Apapka FL
A residential, Environmental Camp. Boys
- June 7-25, Girls June 25-July 23 Contact
mj.meherg@worldnet.att.net 4-19-20-14

Sky Nite Club Gainesville's.#1 night club 5
years in a row is hiring employees for bar-
tenders, beertub, .security, cashiers & pro-
moters. If you are out-going & want to work
in a fun environment, please send picture &
resume to skyniteclub@aol.com 4-8-13-14

Sky Nite Club is looking for students that are
seeking internships in advertising & market-
ing. Gain valuable experience interning
w/Gainesvill's #1 night club. Send a resume
to skyniteclub@aol.com 4-8-13-14


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AMBERSS ANGELS*
Dancers Needed for Adult Entertainment Co
Great Pay & Flexible Hours. Call 335-3875
4-12-15-14

Hiring KITCHEN STAFF. Apply between 2 &
4 pm, Mon Fri, CALICO JACKS 3501 SW
2nd Ave. Creekside Mall. 4-20-20-14

RGIS Inventory Specialists
seeking part-time auditors
Starting wage $8.00 per hour
Apply at RGISINV.com 4-20-20-14


TENNIS STAFF NEEDED
The 29th Annual GATOR TENNIS CAMP
is now hiring good tennis players for the
four weeks in June. Only quality players
need apply. Excellent Pay, working
approx.'9 hours per day. Camp is held
on UF Campus, using Ring Complex and
the Flavet Courts. If interested, please
call M.B. Chafin, Camp Director, at
392-3538, or in the evenings 376-8030.
If no answer, please leave message. 4-20-
20-14

PT/FT LANDSCAPERS WANTED
Valid driver's license a must. 352-222-1904
4-14-15-14

APARTMENT HUNTERS hiring energetic,
customer-service oriented people. Flexible
scheduling, some nights & weekends. Apply
@ 1310 W. University Ave. 4-8-11-14

Local Web Development Firm with fun,
.team-based enthusiastic environment.
seeks summer interns for project manage-
ment and sales depts. Email resume to
hr@352media.com 4-20-18-14

Hiring full time and part time caterers &
drivers. Positive, fun, work environment with
flexible hours. Skills include great attitude,
affinity for fast-paced work environment,
and enthusiasm for customer service. Apply
in person at Celebrations Catering, 904 N.
Main St. 4-8-20-14


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PT OFFICE HELP. Good driving record,
experience w/Autocad, Excel, Word helpful.
$7.50/hr to start. Call Wells at 219-1183 or
email wells@ridgwaytruss.com or 352-371-
3316 4-6-7-14
The City of Gainesville's
Recreation & parks
Department is looking for
summer camp counselors,
lifeguards, swim instructors
and pool attendants. Please
apply online at
www.cityofgainesville.org
4-11-10-14

MANY POSITIONS AVAILABLE
The YMCA is now hiring enthusiastic staff
members to fill positions in the following
areas: Afterschool counselors, summer
camp counselors, sports camp counselors,
gymnastics instructors, program .directors,
group cycling instructors, customer service
personnel, weekend activities staff, dance
instructors/director, lifeguards/swim instruc-
tors, soccer referees, bus drivers and more.
Hiring at multiple locations throughout North
Central Florida. Apply in person at 5201 NW
34th St. Gainesville, Fl 32605. Interviews
begin immediately, so apply today! 4-11-
10-4
Now accepting applications for Resident
Assistant and apprentice Resident Assistant
positions for the SUMMER 2005 Semester.
Applications are available from Kathy Smith
in the Department of Housing and Residence
Eductaion Office, and are due by 4:00pm on
Monday, April 18, 2005. For further informa-
tion contact Kathy Smith at 392-2171 ext
10139. 4-18-14-14

LEASING CONSULTANT
Experience a plus. Enthusiastic, energetic.
PT position avail at University Commons.
Apply in person or call 377-6700 4-12-10-14

CAMP STAFF
YMCA. overnight camp seeks dependable
fun-loving staff. Must. enjoy working w/
children & able to live on-site. Call 352-466-
3587 for more info. 4-12-10-14
The Florida Book Store is currently hir-
ing temporary cashiering help for Spring
Textbook Buyback and the first of Summer
A/C Classes. Applicants with previous ca-
shiering and customer service experience
are preferred. This position requires avail-
ability during the following times: Monday,
April 11th through Friday April 15th for train-
ing; Saturday, April 16th through Sunday,
May 1st for textbook buyback and Saturday,
May 7th through Sunday, May 15th for the
first week of Summer A/C Classes. Apply in
person at 1614 W. University Avenue, com-
plete an application and ask for Carolynne
between the hours 2pm-5pm Monday
through Friday. Please do not drop, off ap-
plications during times not specified includ-
ing weekends.Equal Opportunity Employer
4-12-10-14

ZAXBY'S
on 43rd St now hiring ALL POSITIONS-ALL
SHIFTS. Please contact Boris 376-8700
4-6-5-14

AmeriCorps: Make a Difference! Volunteers
urgently needed to tutor reading to children in
grades K-3 in Alachua schools. We train you.
Serve 2 or more hours per week. Needed for
summer school (June) also. Choose your'
-hours from 8:00 to 5:00. Contact Jasmine at
AmeriCorpsVolunteers@yahoo.com or call
222-8777 4-12-9-14
LEASING AGENT PT for luxury apartments,
will train, must be friendly, energetic. Some
weekends required. Tivoli Apartments 379-
8090 4-6-5-14

PT RETAIL SALES HELP NEEDED at
LLOYD BAILEY SCUBA& WATER SPORTS.
Must be an experienced, certified SCUBA
diver. Responsible &.clean-cut. Please call
332-0738 4-6-5-14
Admin. Asst. for mid-size fast-paced. con-
struction co. Excellent opportunity with our
project mgmt team. Experience in con-
struction a plus. Fax resume to 375-8604
4-11-7-14
Project Mgr/Estimator for mid-size fast-
paced construction co. Excellent opportu-
nity. Fax resume to 375-8604. 4-11-7-14 -


WI Help Wanted I

PERSONAL/ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT NEEDED. Must have 2-4
hrs/day available, flexible availability. Must
be organized & responsible. Email resume:
dkranz@gatorfood.com 4-14-10-14

Holiday Inn University Center Hotel has
immediate opening for the following: AM
Concierge/banquet setup. Apply in person.
Mon Fri 8AM-5PM. 4-20-14-14

Hiring for summer rush. Orange & Blue
Textbooks is seeking PT/FT help for upcom-
ing semester rush. Good people skills& reg-
ister. Exp pref. Stop by store @ 309 NW 13th
St. for details & appt. 4-19-12-14 .


PART TIME. CASHIER
for gas station with food mart. Apply at
University Chevron 1024 W. University Ave.
4-6-3-14


$$ HIRING DELIVERY DRIVERS $$ -
and HOSTESSES, flexible hours lunch &
dinner PT or FT. Apply in person 11 to 2pmr
at Szechuan Panda 3830 SW 13th St. or call
336-6464 4-6-3-14


-TEEN MODELS NEEDED
Publisher of nationally distributed student
educational guides and posters is looking
for local males and females, especially mi-
norities, between the ages of 16 and 21 to be
paid photography models. Your photographs
could appear in our educational publicaitons,
which are distributed to schools nationwide.
Need to be available immediately for current
projects. Parent or Guardian must accom-
pany models 17 and under

Log on to www.studentaware.com/
models.htm for more information or call

Robert Peck
332-9600
AWARE COMMUNICATIONS
305 SW 140th Terrace
Newberry, FL 32669
4-8-3-14

PART TIME WORK
30 Openings
Great pay! Flex schedules.
Sales/Svc, all ages 18+. Conditions Apply
335-1422 earnparttime.com
4-11-5-14

$ GET PAID TO SHOP! $
Mystery Shoppers needed immediately
in you local area, as seen on TV. Make $,
flexible hours, complete training. Internet
access required. Call 888-850-1024
4-8-4-14 '

SKILLED WEBSITE DEVELOPER
Your own hours. Extensive project. Reply:
mdinstitute@hotmail.com 4-20-12-14

NEED CASH?
Excellent starting pay. Work around
classes.Resume builder. Start immed. All
ages 18+. Cond Apply.Call now! 335-1422
4-11-5-14

ZAXBY'S
Now hiring COOKS & CASHIERS Archer Rd
location 4-20-12-14

Oak Hall School is seeking energetic, cre-
ative & enthusiastic individuals with a love
for children to staff its summer day camp
program. Positions in the camp are available
in our preschool day camp, our kindergarten
day camp, and our elementary school age
day camp. Individuals for the day camp
should be available'to work daily from June 6
- July 29. Interested applicants should submit
a resume to Jeff Malloy, Oak Hall School via
email @ jmalloy@oakhall.org by 4/13/05.
Interview information regarding mandatory
group interview on 4/16 will be sent out upon
receipt. 4-13-7-14

READ MAIL FOR PAY also other work
available $938 per week possible. Weekly
pay ,check, work in your spare time.. No
exp necessary. www.mailworkcenter.com
4-11-5-14

SALES CLEARK NEEDED FT & PT
Apply in person. Pinch-A-Penny. Both loca-
tions. 372-4489 & 332-2933 4-20-11-14


lul Help Wanted


MAINTENANCE PERSON NEEDED
Condominium association. FT. Ability to work
plumbing, drywall, carpentry, painting & lawn
care. Drug- & smoke-free workplace. Fax
resume to 352-332-6697 4-20-11-14

PRINT SHOP ASSISTANT
P/T $650/hr to start. Call Dave 371-6536
4-12-5-14

Consultants Wanted: Fun with SPA Escapes,
quality products for you and others.
Limited Time Only. $99.00 through April.
www.BeautiPage.com/jcspas, 561-790-1838
4-12-5-14

BABYSITTER NEEDED FOR SUMMER/
FALL P/T flex hrs. Good pay. For 2 year old
boy. Call 246-5430 4-8-3-14

Assertive Leadership Skills. Help Lead/
Coordinate "Personal Achievement" Groups.
We train you! P/T 10 Flex hrs wk. Days/Eves/
Wkends. Cont Ed Inst. 378-5818 4-8-3-14


"BOY-FRIDAY" Your job to make my life eas-
ier. Run errands, housekeeping, yardwork,
etc. $7/hr 352-485-2476 4-12-5-14

LAB MANAGER
Alpha-1 Research Prog. seeks
full time lab manager. Exp in
protein biochem, histopath,
and fam w/molecular bio
techniques a must. Bachelors
or masters in approp area req.
Salary approp for exp. Call
Kelly at 392-7861 or email
CV and cover letter to
mccarty@alphaone.ufl.edu. 4-12-5-14

Weekend work for student. Yard work, chain-
saw, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, Some.
heavy lifting. Froom $6.50 8.00 depends on
skill & experience. Call 376-6183 4-7-2-14


Services

AAA STORAGE
Close To UF, Convenient
4x4x4 $20/mo
4x8x8 $35/mo
533 SW 2nd Ave. 377-1771
4-20-71-15

IMPORT AUTO REPAIR.BMW, Mercedes,
Porsche, Volvo, VW, Honda, Toyota, Nissan,
Mazda. Quality craftsmanship, reasonable
prices, near UF, AAA approved 378-7830
www.carrsmith.com 4-20-71-15

HYPNOTIST-Stop smoking. Improve mem-
ory & concentration. Eliminate bad habits.
Past life regression. Learn self-hypnosis.
Low Student Rates. Leonard Umans AAPH,
NGH certified 379-1079. 4-20-67-15

** GATOR MOVING & STORAGE **
Local and long distance moving.
Free Estimates
One item.or a.housefull. FL Reg # IM19
Call Now! (352)374-4791 800-797-6766;
4-20-71-15

PERSONAL TRAINING 300
Personal and Group Training
Flexible Scheduling Exclusive Facility
Call for a free workout
339-2199
4-20-71-15

** BELLY DANCE **
Ethnic Dance Expressions Studio
For Fun & Fitness 384-9200
www.ethnicdanceexpressions.com
4-20-71-15

HORSE BOARDING peaceful spacious
30 acres ring-arena round pens expe-.
rienced help 12x12 stalls 1-352-472-2627.
Owner on premisis 35+ yrs exp. Lessons
avail. 4-20-71-15

MOSSWOOD FARM
Come ride with us! Great Farm
Awesome Horses & Top Notch Instruction.
Hunters & Natural Horsemanship.
466-0465 mwfarm@attglobal.net
4-20-67-15

TRAFFIC SCHOOL ONLINE
Take Points Off Your Driver's License
And Dismiss Traffic Tickets
With Online Driver Improvement Courses
onlinedrivingschool.idrivesafely.com
4-20-71-15


Whipoorwill Farm: Stall and/or pasture board.
10 min W of UF off Archer Rd. CBS Barn
12x12 stalls on 27 shaded acres. Lighted
arena, round pen, trails, tackroom. Owner on
premises. 376-8792 4-20-71-15

SLEEPY HOLLOW HORSE FARM
Quality Boarding 0 Lessons/English 0
Parties Alachua County's oldest & finest
horse farm 466-4060 4-20-71-15
***YOGA***
Classes & Workshops
at Sanctuary
www.yogagainesville.com
352-336-5656 s
4-20-71-15

WRITING.AID AND TYPING
I can help you to complete your paper. Learn
to write. Outline, Research, Grammar,
Coherency, Typing 374-7038 4-20-50-15

TERM PAPER HELP: Frustrated? Need
Assistance? Help with research and
writing? TOLL FREE 1-888-345-8295
www.customessay.com 4-8-60-15

***TAEKWONDO***
30 Day Trial Membership Free
Men 0 Women 0 Children
352-375-0700 www.protkd.com
40-20-59-15
MOST IMPORTANT SKILL
FOR LAW SCHOOL SUCCESS?
Check out:
lawschoolprepcourse.com
4-20-58-15

**AUTO MALL SERVICE DEPT**
Complete Auto Service
Imports & Domestics Cars & Trucks
Discount for students. Call 352-380-0033
www.automallgainesville.com
4-20-56-15
EVERGLADE EQUESTRIAN CENTER
The countryclub for horses & owners.
Customer lounge w/full kitchen & bath. 250'
x 160' riding ring, round pen & jump pad-
dock. Lessons. 30 acres, 40 matted stalls, 19
separate paddocks. 24-hr security, 352-591-
3175 everglade-eqestrian.com 8-15-25-15

* *GREAT BANNERS & SIGNS *
Custom Posters 0 Exhibits Awards
Top Quality Fast Service 0 tr Prices
www.signpower.com
SignMasters 335-7000
9-2-61-15
Jump start your job search at
www.collge-resumes.com
8-15-51-15

AWARDS & PERSONALIZED GIFTS *
Plaques Name Badges 0 Cups 0 Etc.
Best Selection In Town
www.signpower.com
SignMasters 335-7000
9-2-61-15

STORAGE PRE-LEASE SPECIAL
No hassles 0 Free Lock Prorated
Close to UF 0 All Sizes No Deposit
Archer Road Self Storage 371-4296
South West Self Storage 374-4444
4-20-20-15

CLOSEST, CHEAPEST
Lessons Training Boarding 0 Jumps
Large pastures & ._trails. Jonesville.
www.ponyupfarm.com 331-0356 4-20-
20-15
ENGLISH TUTORING
English as 2nd language
Reading, Composition, Conversation
Experienced educators. Reasonable fees.
Tel: 352-335-9400 4-20-19-15

FINANCE TUTOR
Individuals or small groups.
Experienced, excellent.
375-6641 .Harold Nobles
4-6-5-15

LSAT AFFORDABLE TEST PREP
Full length course and private tutoring.
Higher score, 100% satisfaction guar-
anteed. Call 372-8560 or 1-800-910-1352
4-6-5-15


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GWI Services

$$$ SUMMER STORAGE SPECIALS $$$
5X10 ONLY $130 & 10X15 ONLY $275
PAYS APRIL THROUGH AUGUST
CALL TODAY! SPACE LIMITED!
NW MINI STORAGE 332-8917
4-20-14-15
Graphic Designer for hire. Expertise
in Photoshop & Illustrator. Flyers,
Ads, Posters, Business Cards, Web
Design, etc. Inexpensive rates. Contact:
marciefm@ufl.edu. 4-7-2-15 .

Health Services

All Women's Health Center
ABORTION
Free Pregnancy Test
RU-486 Available
378-9191
www.abortiongainesville.com
4-20-71-16
THE TRUE YOU!
Lose 8-15 pounds in 4 weeks
Only $99!
Gain muscle while you lose fat
Groups forming now. 339-2199.
4-20-71-16
URGENT CARE/WALK-IN MEDICAL
Students No Appointment Needed!
FIRST CARE OF GAINESVILLE
4881 NW 8th Ave #2, 373-2340
Most Ins Accepted, Hours M-F 8a-6p 4-20-
71-16
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR ACNE with
Blue Light Treatments for moderate acne.
Call Dermatology Associates 352-332-4051
4-20-67-16
ABORTION/ABORTION by PILL (RU-486)
IV sedation, Student Discount.
Well Woman Care & Birth Control
Bread & Roses Women's Health Ctr
352-372-1664.
4-20-71-16
"PINK EYE?" Participate in a study to treat
bacterial conjunctivitis. Qualified participants
will get free evaluation, medication & be
reimbursed for their time. Call Dr. Levy @
331-2020 immediately. 4-20-26-16


Mir Typing Services 3
SAME DAY SERVICE: transcription, typing,
apps. Desktop pub: brochures, newsletters,.
flyers, ads, logos. Resume service 17 yrs
exp. 24 hr turnaround. New phone #Connie
271-2677 4-13-30-17

W I Personals

Anonymous HIV Antibody Testing
Alachua County Health Dept. Call
334-7960 for app't (optional $20 fee)
SAVE ON RAYBAN/SUNGLASSES

University Opticians
300 SW 4th Ave. 378-4480.
4-20-71-18
GUNS! GUNS! GUNS!
1800 Gun Inventory
Over 500 handguns in stock
Buy, Sell, Trade or Repair.
Reloading Supplies 466-3340
Harry Beckwith, Gun Dealer
8mi. South of G'ville on 441
4-20-71-18

*Family Chiropractic*
Since 1977. Two blocks from U.F.
373-7070
4-20-71-18
FLASHBACKS PAYS CASH FOR CLOTHES.
We buy 10-5, M-Sat. Open to shop til 6. WE
ALSO BUY HOUSEHOLD ITEM. 211 W Univ
Ave 375-3752. 4-20-71-18

VEGETARIAN?
Try BOOK LOVER'S CAFE
Inside Books, Inc. 505 NW 13 St.
10-9 384-0090
4-20-71-18
MEET SINGLES ON YOUR CELL
Text .r,h V;cid FLIRT to 69000
18+/99 cents/msg recvd/txtlife.com 4-7-5-18


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FL Seller of Travel Reg. No. ST-18264
. 4-20-71-22


***WEST COAST $198 RT***
WALDO FARMER & FLEA MARKET Los Angeles, Seattle & more! Call for best
Every Sat & Sun Hwy 301 rates. Gator Country Travel 373-1992.
Every Sat & Sun Hwy 301 L Seller of Travel Reg. No. ST-18264
15 min from Gainesville 468-2255. 4-20-71-12
4-20-71-21

FIRST STRIKE PAINTBALL ***AIRFARE $118 RT***
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After brief pro stint, senior relishes chance to improve


By NATASHA WEINSTEIN
Alligator Writer
nweinstein@alligator.org

Time is running out for Hamid
Mirzadeh.
He only has two months left
before his college eligibility runs


out, but he is not sad to see his
career as a Gators tennis player
come to an end. He's rather
excited about the revival of his
pro-career.
While the three-time All
American is 15 cr,-its shy of
graduating with a psychology de-


gree, for now the future is about
a game that he has been playing
since he was 10 years old.
The kind of tennis Mirzadeh is
about to delve into is not the same
game he knows as well as college,
but one he is familiar with.
During the fall semester, while
the rest of the UF men's tennis
team was competing on the col-
lege level and attending daily
class, Mirzadeh was touring the
country playing in pro tourna-
ments and taking nine correspon-
dence credits in order to remain
eligible for a season he was un-
sure he would play.
"I was kind of seeing where I
stood and seeing what the compe-
tition was like," Mirzadeh said.
"I had a decent run, but I didn't
really know if it was going to be
beneficial to me to come back and
play my last five months. of col-
lege tennis."


try to win the NCAAs, we'd love
to have him back," Jackson said.
"I tried to be very low pressure
and making sure that he knew we
wanted him to do what was in his
best interest."
With each match Mirzadeh
played, he would sway more in
one direction or another depend-
ing on the outcome.
"I went from being top dog
to just another guy on the tennis
court," he said. "People still knew
who I was because I have been
playing tennis for so long, but it
was not that much of a respect fac-
tor like in college tennis."
It was not until a $50,000
purse match in November where
Jackson went to watch Mirzadeh
that he finally decided to return to
a game in which he had entered
the previous season at No. 11 op-
posed to remaining in one where
he was ranked 707th..


prove his game.
"The only guys that shouldn't
be going to school are tle ge-
niuses, and if you have any doubt
as to whether or not you're a
genius you're not and should
go to school," Jackson said. "I
think Hamid has a chance to be
a professional tennis player and
if he would have gone full time at
18, he probably would have.given
it up by now, but now he's going
to be 22 with a lot of confidence
and he has a much better chance. I
think it has been a very good deci-
sion for him and obviously a very
good one for us."
The decision to finish out his
college tennis career is one that
Mirzadeh said he is happy he
made and feels that the extra
months playing in an environ-
ment he is used to has only im-
proved his game.
"I don't think I'll ever regret
coming back hdre," he said. "I've
had so much fun; it's nice to be
back with the


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fall but decided to come back to UF to finish out his college career.


progressed .it was still one
Mirzadeh was uncertain he was
ready to embrace.
"Last fall was kind of con-
tinuous and it was like, 'Is this
going to be my life? Do I really
want to do this?'" Mirzadeh said.
"Playing against those guys it's
a lot different. A lot of those guys
are more focused, the competition
is a lot harder, and I was like, 'Is
this going to be it for me?'"
Aside from his own appre-
hension on whether to return to
Gainesville, his teammates and
Coach Andy Jackson were encour-
aging him to return.
"I told him he had until January
to play, and if he was doing really
well by all means keep going, but,
if he thought he could use school
to continue to get better, finish
up his degree and also help us


In the first round of the .
tourney, Mirzadeh triumphed
against an opponent ranked with-
in the top 150, and once again he
thought about the prospects of re-
maining pro, but he soon changed
his mind.
"Coach was watching my
match and was happy to see me
win, and at the same time was
probably thinking, 'Wow he isn't
going to come back,"' Mirzadeh
said. "Then I got-crushed by the
No. 80 guy in the world and I
was like maybe I'll just go back to
college and try to win an NCAA
Championship."
With only two months left
before the start of spring play,
Mirzadeh said he came to the
realization that a final season, of
tennis with the Gators would im-


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will be a deep run into the NCAA
Individual Championships in
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to live with his family and begin
playing pro tournaments once
again. Mirzadeh said even though
he will be leaving UF without his
degree, he has full intentions of
finishing ina few years, but first
he must look to achieve his tennis
goals.
He hopes after two-years of
professional play that he'll be
ranked within the top 100, making
$80,000 to $100,000 a year.
"I'm real excited to enter the
tour and be free from classes,"
Mirzadeh said. "I just want to go
out there and play tennis, have
fun and see where it takes me."




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Omaha glory


Somewhere lost in Matt Walsh's
locks and buried in Urban
Meyer's pit, the UF baseball team
chips away at the burden of past sea-
sons, at the anvils of public perception.
Can't beat Miami. Too many fresh-
men and sophomores. Won't make it to
the College World Series.
But with about four innings played
this season, it's two up and two down.
"I definitely don't think it's some-
thing that's a fluke or short-lived,"
sophomore slugger Matt LaPorta said.
"I definitely think we-have the talent to
go pretty far this year."
Thirty games into the 2005 season,
the Gators have done everything a
rational human could ask of them.
They've compiled a 23-7 record, beat-
ing the likes of Miami twice.
They've
used an un-
derclassmen-
heavy lineup
to embarrass
Florida State
9-2 in its own
LOUis backyard. For
Anaistasis those of you
Louis in the Bullpen keeping score
lanastasis@alligator.org at home, UF
played eight
underclassmen that game, including a
5.2-inning, six-hit, no earned-run effort
from newbie Stephen Locke.
But for a UF team that hasn't sa-
vored Omaha steak since 1998, tasty
rivalry wins won't cut it anymore.
And with a six-game winning
streak and a No. 5 ranking (Baseball
SEE BULLPEN, PAGE 24


Portis continues to impress early on


By BRIAN SHAFFER
Alligator Staff Writer
bshaffer@alligator.org

He was the one barking out
signals from under center in
the voice of a throaty elderly
woman throughout the first half
of spring practices.
He was also the one scram-
bling for long runs, dizzying de-
fensive teammates and creating
a buzz amongst the UF coaching
staff following Saturday's scrim-
mage.
And he happens to be the
youngest player on the Gators
roster.
At 17 years old, Josh Portis is
not the typical freshman quar-
terback.
He is 3,000 miles away from
his home in Woodland Hills,
Calif.
He is learning a complex
offense.
And he has found himself in
the middle of a position battle.
With his fellow reserve quar-
terbacks battling injury or deal-
ing with the rigors of playing
two sports, Portis has his sights
set on the Gators backup quar-
terback spot behind incumbent
starter Chris Leak.
"I think I am invested a little
bit more because I am out here
everyday," Portis said. "But ev-
erybody is doing good. I can't
come out here -and say that I'm
better than everybody else. I'm
just taking my time and trying
to do everything right."
While he might not have
done everything right during
Saturday's scrimmage UF's
second of the spring he did
enough to impress his coaches,
who are still looking for a back-


up quarterback to emerge from
the group of Portis, junior Gavin
Dickey and redshirt freshman
Cornelius Ingram.
"I knew he was fast," UF
quarterbacks coach Dan Mullen
said. "I knew he could run. But
I wanted to see could he hang
in the pocket, step and throw
when somebody is coming to
him in the face. And that is what
he proved to us. That is prob-
ably what I was most happy
with after his performance on
Saturday."
"I think I am invested a
little bit more because
I am out here everyday.
But everybody is doing
good. I can't come out
here and say that I'm
better than everybody
else. I'm just taking my
time and trying to do
everything right."
Josh Portis
UF freshman quarterback

Portis' athletic ability comes
as no surprise to Mullen and
the rest of Coach Urban Meyer's
staff, which began recruiting
Portis in February of 2004 while
still at Utah.
Knowing that they were go-
ing to be losing then-starter Alex
Smith, Meyer and Co. set out to
find the optimal replacement.
What they discovered was
Josh Portis..
The two sides forged an im-
mediate relationship and Portis
committed to Utah shortly
thereafter.


NICK West / Alligator
Quarterback Josh Portis is only 17 years old and is already in
the mix for UF's backup quarterback job.


However, as rumors regard-
ing Meyer's future at Utah
began to swirl, Portis de-com-
mitted and began the recruiting


process all over again.
Meyer remained in constant

SEE FOOTBALL, PAGE 24


Treis leads all golfers as UF wins third title of year


* IT WAS HIS FIRST WIN
SINCE TRANSFERRING.

STAFF REPORT

Land on the cover of Sports
Illustrated and you're jinxed.
Land inside the pages of the
Alligator and you're blessed.
UF golfer Richard Treis, featured
in yesterday's Alligator, hung on for
a five-stroke victory at the Morris
Williams Intercollegiate on Tuesday.


Treis shot even par in yesterday's
final round, following rounds of
three-under and one-under on
Monday.
The redshirt senior racked up
his first win since capturing the
2003 Atlantic Coast Conference
Championship while at North
Carolina. Behind Treis, UF went
wire-to-wire for the team title,
finishing at +8 and topping No. 1
Oklahoma State by 10 shots.
UF won its third tournament of
the year and first since the Mercedes-


February, where
Matt Every
claimed the.indi-
vidual title.
Four UF golf-
ers finished -in
the top 20.
B r e t t
Treis Stegmaier only
parred seven
holes en route to a five-over 77, but
managed to hold on to a tie for fifth,
eight shots back of Treis at +4.


Stegmaier, a junior, picked up his
fourth top 10 in his last six tourna-
ments, the most of any UF golfer
over that stretch. -Fellow junior
James Vargas equaled Stegmaier's
77 and fell out of the top 10 into a tie
for 11th at 6-over. Vargas' scorecard
included three birdies, two bogeys
and three double bogeys.
Entering the final round tied for
second, Every triple bogeyed one
hole and double bogeyed two oth-
ers, finishing at +7.
Despite tying for 57th, Manuel


Villegas may have played his, way
into the fifth spot on UF's playoff
roster by carding the team's second-
lowest final round score.
Villegas has been battling red-
shirt senior Duke Butler IV and
junior Ryan Cochran throughout the
spring for the final spot opened up
due to Jessie Mudd's season-ending
ankle injury.
Treis, Stegmaier, Every and
Vargas are expected to comprise
the other four postseason spots,
Alexander said in March.


MLB
Boston 3
New York Yankees 4

Los Angeles Dodgers 2
San Francisco 4


Gymnast Erinn Dooley has
come a long way from when she
couldn't complete a back hand-
spring. She will now lead the
Gators into their NCAA Regional
Saturday. See story, pg. 23.


* 1991: Unknowns take over UF's Orange
and Blue Game. Although Shane Matthews
was on the Gators, quarterback Terry Dean
connected with receiver Henry Haston for
the game-winning touchdown.


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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 M ALLIGATOR, 23


THE END OF THE ROAD

Star gymnast

looks back
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For someone whose balance beam rou-
tine includes a punch front mount into a
wolf jump and a Gainer full twist dismount,
a basic back handspring might not seem like
such a big deal.
But for Gators co-captain Erinri Dooley,
-this simple maneuver was almost enough to
derail her gymnastics career before it began.
"It took me forever to get over [the fear
of doing a back handspring on the beam],"
Dooley said. "I had so much trouble getting
over that, I had to have a coach spot me all
the time, and-I would not do it by myself,
probably, for a good two years."
Dooley overcame that fear, winning All-
American honors six times and serving four
years on the national gymnastics team.
Her career has just two meets remaining
before it ends, but it began with Dooley run-
ning around her Maryland home.
The Beginning
Dooley's parents started their daughter
out in the sport at the age of four.
"My parents put me in it because I was
running around, you know a little crazy
kid jumping on the beds," Dooley said.
Dooley comes from a long line of ath-
letes. Her father, Chris, played football and
boxed, and her mother, Sue, ran track.
"We always felt that we wanted to give
our children a positive direction," said
Dooley's father. "And through sports, we
did that."
Soon after starting classes, Dooley
showed an aptitude for gymnastics.
"I had a lot of fears," Dooley said. "With
gymnastics, you go in, you're afraid to walk
on the beam, or that kind of stuff. But I
would say I probably had a little bit of talent
because my parents wouldn't have left me
in there."
The Next Level
That talent shined during her upbring-
ing. During her tenure with the U.S.
National Team, she was a member of the
runner-up teams at the 1997 and 1999 Pan-
American Games.
Dooley's parents traveled to see her
compete at the Pan-American Games in
Winnipeg as well as her first international
competition against Romania and Russia.
"All I can say is that as a parent, there's
nothing more fulfilling than watching your
child go out and represent the United States
against these other countries," her father
said.
Being on the national team was just one
item on a laundry list of accomplishments
that Dooley racked up prior to joining UF.
She was the 1997 American Classic ju-
nior division all-around champion, finished
fourth on balance beam and sixth on floor
exercise at the 1999 U.S. Championships
and finished ninth in the 1999 World Team
Trials.
"I loved it, I loved the atmosphere," she
said. "It was a lot of work; it was tough be-
cause you would work out 30 hours a week
and you would eat, sleep, and do gymnas-
tics, but I loved being able to compete know-
ing that [I was] representing the U.S.A."


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However, when she was young, she was scared to do a simple back handspring.
On To Gainesville A stress fracture in her foot has limited
Competing for the national team left little Dooley's performance this season, but she
time for Dooley to consider college. While has battled to claim a spot in both the
most gymnasts were visiting campuses, Gators' floor and beam lineups.
Dooley was competing at the 2000 Olympic
Trials. UF was the first, and ultimately the The Future
only, school that she visited. She fell in love With only two meets left and graduation
with the team, coaches and atmosphere. rapidly approaching, Dooley is unsure of
"I'm a picky person," she said. "And where she'll land next. She has expressed an
when I don't find anything that's not wrong interest in personal training as well as coach-
with somewhere, then that's pretty much set ing. But, she said, if it takes experimenting to
for me." find her passion, then so be it.
But as she warmed up for her first meet As her time as a Gator ends, she would
as a Gator, a fractured tibia threatened to like to be remembered for what she did for
end her college career before it began. others, not for what she did on the floor.
"It was very difficult," Dooley said. "I "I'd like to be remembered as hard-
was so excited to be coming in here with a working, cheerful, a positive leader," she
great freshman class and being able to show said. "Always happy, always smiling, some-
everyone what I can do." one who will always be there for someone
Dooley's increased strength was bad who needs help."
news for UF's opponents. Her parents remain grateful for all
Her sophomore year, she earned second Gainesville has provided for their daughter.
team All-American honors in the all-around "As much as Erinn may miss the com-
and vault. Her junior year, she earned first petition, we'll miss the competition," her
team honors in the all-around, vault and father said. "We'll also miss everything that
balance beam, and second team in floor the University of Florida and Gainesville it-
exercise. She also had the third-highest all- self has been able to afford her with her five
around total in school history, with a 39.75 years at UE It's been great."
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MEN AND WOMEN'S SWIMMING AND DIVING

Gators gain more top finishes


* LOCHTE FINISHES SECOND
IN TAE 200M BACKSTROKE.

STAFF REPORT

Another day, more top eight
finishes.
UF continued on its tour at
day ive of the World Trials, plac-
ing three swimmers in each the
"A" finals group and "B" group
last night.
Junior Ryan Lochte added
another second place finish to


his resume in the 200 meter back-
stroke, continuing to face some of
the toughest competition he has
all year.
While a second place finish is
not usually satisfying for Lochte,
going against former Olympic
teammate Aaron Peirsol is no
easy task.
Fellow junior Brian Hartley
also turned in a solid perfor-
mance and came in eighth in the
"A" final in the 200 back.
Also qualifying for the "A"
finals of his event was freshman


Max Jaben, who finished eighth
in the 1500 freestyle.
As for the women, freshman
Caroline Burckle continued to
gain experience as she came
in 15th in the 100 free, while
Olympian Natalie Coughlin won.
In the men's 200 breaststroke, it
was a combination of veteran
and youth, as senior Corey Welch
placed fourteenth and sopho-
more Bill Mrazek eleventh.
The Gators will continue their
run in Indianapolis through
Thursday.


QB had originally committed to Utah


FOOTBALL, from page 22

contact with Portis during the process that landed him
at UF, and after he took an official visit to Gainesville,
Portis decided to follow Meyer to the Swamp.
"Recruiting-wise," Mullen said, "he realized that
this was the best offense for him and his talents to
utilize his abilities as best as possible more so than
a lot of other schools in the country.
"In the end, that is what led him to us. He wanted
to play in our offensive system."
While Portis continues to adjust to college life,
living away from home and newfound scholastic de-
mands, he has refused to parlay any of these distrac-
tions into excuses on the field.
And what about his age?
"He never says [anything about] it and I would


never give him the opportunity to say it," Mullen
said. "I treat him as if he is a fifth-year senior.
"I don't give him that crutch and I don't think he
wants to use that crutch."
In the face of countless distractions, Portis has
garnered a lot of attention throughout spring practice
with his surprising play.
However, in the same way he has shrugged off all
of the other distractions thus far, the attention does
not appear to faze him either.
One glance of him after UF's scrimmage on
Saturday shows how well he is handling it.
"I've never had this many microphones in my
face before," Por ht said to a large group of reporters
Saturday. "But I'm just enjoying it learning the of-
fense and stuff.
"I should be going to my high school prom right
now, but I'm enjoying this."


BULLPEN, from page 22

America) to boot, it's becoming quite clear the Gators have
begun to sharpen their knives.
"I really think this team has a chance [to win it all]," said
LaPorta, who leads the Gators with 11 homers. "And honestly,
we're only going to get better."
This wasn't supposed to happen. Targeting fourth place in
the SEC would have made sense. Swinging for a top-20 rank-
ing would have been plausible. Maybe.
SEC coaches picked the Gators to finish third...in the
Eastern Division. Now, with a 6-3 conference record, UF is tied
with Alabama for the SEC's best record.
"I'm certainly not surprised," said UF's ex-ace Justin
Hoyman, who led the Gators in wins, strikeouts and charisma
last season.
But even Hoyman, now with the minor league Mahoning
Valley Scrappers, is a realist. Hoyman points out that the
Gators have struggled in Friday games, losing four of eight.
"Those are the kind of pitchers they'll be facing in the post-
season, but they're close to getting them," Hoyman said.
The road to Omaha is paved by stellar pitching. Excluding
the 2003 Rice champs, who breezed to the title, every College
World Series Champion since 2000 has had five pitchers boast-
ing an ERA lower than 5.00. UF currently has four, with transfer
Alan Home on the verge at 5.46.
"We hope to think [we have enough pitching to get there],"
UF coach Pat McMahon said.
Champions of the College World Series since 1998, when the
Gators last qualified, had records ranging from 24-6 to 15-15
after 30 games. At 23-7, the 2005 Gators fit well.
"I think every year we've had a shot," said ex-Gators
first baseman C.J. Smith, who now plays for the Delmarva
Shorebirds. "But this year we have a lot of young guys that are
a little bit older and have the experience."
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Not officially associated with the Universit VOLUME 98 ISSUE 131 the independent florida igato of Florida Published by Campus Communications, Inc. of Gainesville, Florida We Inform. You Decide. 5 "~' A No stay; State executes Ocha By EVA KIS Alligator Staff Writer ekis@alligator.org RAIFORD -Gov. Jeb Bush said Tuesday moving that he might stay an execution scheduled for that night in deference to the pope's passing Saturday. No such order came. But then, Glen James Ocha would not have wanted it. Ocha, 47, was sentenced to die for the Oct. 5, 1999 murder of a convenience store employee in Osceola County after pleading guilty at his trial and refusing to allow his public defender to present any evidence. Later, he waived all possible appeals and dismissed his attorneys. In his final statement, afforded to every death row inmate before execution is carried out, a coherent and contrite Ocha explained himself, beginning with an apology to his victim and her family and friends. "This is the punishment that I deserve. I am Pu C taking responsibility for my actions. this is my iety responsibility I have to take," he said. Attorney Gregory Hill, Ocha's standby counsel, read a statement Ocha dictated at a press conference following the execution. "I unjustly took the life of Carol Skjerva. I have made my peace with my God and go now to face His judgment." Twenty-seven witnesses, none from Ocha's family or Skjerva's immediate family -who are not allowed to attend the execution -watched silently as a lethal injection was administered to Ocha at 6:01 p.m. He was pronounced dead at 6:09 p.m. Department of Corrections spokesman Sterling Ivey spent part of his day with Ocha, saying he woke up at 5 a.m. in what Ivey characterized as a "very positive" mood. "He indicated to officers outside his cell that he was looking forward to his execution," Ivey said. However, Ocha did elect to take the sedative offered to condemned prisoners before their sentence is carried out. Though death row inmates are not granted special privileges on their final day, they do receive a traditional last meal. Personally prepared by the prison's food service director, Ocha requested a chicken breast, potato salad, com, two biscuits and a large glass of Pepsi served at 10:30 a.m., Ivey said. SEE OCHA, PAGE 10 Jeft Sirmons / Alligator Staff Jeff Pearce, left, and George Diller hold a bell as Amy Jo Smith hammers it in protest of the death penalty. UF weighs in on raising tuition, services By STEPHANIE GARRY Alligator Staff Writer smgarry@aligator.org UF students may have to pay at least $4,000 more each year if the university is to reach-the Top 10, but UF officials promise to return the investment. UF operates on $150 to $200 million less revenue than its peers, and most of the disparity comes from tuition. UF actually pulls in $41 to $94 million more in state appropri:tions than the University of Michigan, the University of Wisconsin and Ohio State "Whatever tuition is raised, Bright Futures has to come up with that much more." Manny Fernandez Board of Trustees chairman University, some of the nation's best public institutions. But those universities generate an average $319 million more in tuition than UP. If UF could close the gap, UF President Bernie Machen plans to spend $80 million to hire 500 new faculty members, $35 million to give faculty a raise, $25 million for needbased student financial aid and $10 million to hire 100 student advisers, he wrote in an e-mail. "The students don't seem to recognize that they're not getting the quality education they're needing," Machen said in an interview, adding that class sizes are too large and students don't have enough advisers. "The problem is we don't have a lot of the money that other schools havb." University stakeholders seem to support SEE MERIT, PAGE 10 -"Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" ill The bat bites that ailed two UF students last week were the first bat-induced injuries on campus in over a decade. Weather conditions may have prompted the recent 'incidents. See story, pg. 5 FORECAST 2 OPINIONS 6 CLASSIFIEDS 13 CROSSWORD 18 SPORTS 22 Iecycie WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 N Quarterback Josh Portis is only 17 years old but already in the mix for UF's backup quarterback job. He was originally committed to Utah, but when Meyer left for UF, so did he. See story, pg. 22. Partly cloudy 83/62 visit www.alligator.org Baxley continues bill push By JAMES VANLANDINGHAM Alligator Staff Writer jvanl@alligator.org TALLAHASSEE -Gov. Jeb Bush publicly distanced himself from Rep. Dennis Baxley's "Academic Freedom Bill of Rights" on Tuesday, just hours before the Ocala Republican led his House Education Council through a 90-minute promotional workshop of the bill with a right-wing activist. "I don't know that this bill itself is the solution to the problem, but I do believe that freedom should go both ways," Bush said. "If you're in the minority view in a university, your view should be able to be expressed. I think Rep. Baxley is right to open a debate on this, but whether we need to pass the bill or not, I don't know if that's necessary." At the Capitol, Baxley opened the council meeting by saying that perBaxley -sonal criticism he received about the bill was a sign the government should step in to govem what university professors can say in the classroom. "I've been called an ass, bigot and a slew of other names in the newspapers," he said. "This name-calling approach is a sign of the intolerance that the leftists show to those who disagree with them." As the only speaker on the workshop agenda, David Horowitz was billed as an expert on academic freedom as founder of Students for Academic Freedom, a group that Baxley said inspired the bill. Fair and balanced But House, Democrats dubbed Horowitz a "far-right extremist" in a statement Tuesday. As editor of Front Page Magazine, SEE FREEDOM, PAGE i

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2, ALLIGATOR N WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 News Today NATIONAL Murder conViction causes rapper to change stage name BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) -Rapper C-Murder, who is appealing his conviction in the 2002 killing of a teenager, has changed his stage name because he thinks he's been misunderstood. "I am not a murderer," the rapper, whose real name is Corey Miller, said in a statement Tuesday He will now go by C Miller, his publicist said. Miller said people misinterpreted the C-Murder name, which he intended to reflect his upbringing in one of New Orleans' most violent housing projects. "People hear the name CMurder and they don't realize that the name simply means that I have seen many murders in my native Calliope projects neighborhood," the rapper said. CHE LARGEST -.COLLEGE THE LARGEST COLLEGE PAPER IN THE NATION BIG TINGS. Working for you in very big ways. alliator. a F FORECAST TODAY PARTLY CLOUDY 83/62 THURSDAY THUNDER STORMS 82/60 Miller was convicted of second-degree murder Sept. 30, 2003, in the death of Steve Thomas, 16, a fan who was shot to death inside a nightclub in the New Orleans suburb of Harvey. He faces a mandatory life sentence without parole. CORRECTIONS A photo caption in Monday's Alligator incorrectly identified the fraternity membership of dancers on Turlington Plaza. The correct fraternity is Iota Phi Theta. FRIDAY THUNDER STORMS 79/56 SATURDAY PARTLY .CLOUDY 76/54 SUNDAY PARTLY CLOUDY 76/56 Gainesville Police spokesman Keith Kameg did return phone calls for comment on the fight At 238 West covered in Tuesday's Alligator. We regret the errors. The Alligator strives to be" aCcurate and clear in its news reports and editorials. If yOu find an error, please call our newsroom. at (352) 3T64458 or send an e mail to editor@alligatoi.org. Condbetedhy: NORMAN S. 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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 E ALLIGATOR, 3 UF to digta ly preserve newspapers of old Florida By EMILY YEHLE Alligator Writer eyehle@alligator.org UF librarians soon will immortalize the pages of several old Florida newspapers, aiding the Library of Congress's quest to save and spread the words of past journalists. With a $320,000 grant in hand, UF libraries will digitize some of the state's newspapers originally printed between 1900 and 1910. The selection will span across Florida, focusing on areas of the state with sizable populations at the time, said Dale Canelas, director of UF's libraries. "These newspapers are an incredible source," she said. "It was eyewitness -from people who were there at the time. In many instances, it's the only way to find out what happened." UF has received federal grants for years to convert newspapers to microfilm, and its collection is the best in the state, Canelas said. UF staff has even tapped other archives and libraries in Florida, she said, to preserve unique collections on microfilm. U F Now, UF will be responsible for preservAcademics ing Florida's past through careful selection of 100,000 or more newspaper pages. Most of UF's newspaper collection sits only on microfilm, forcing interested researchers to manually sift through issues and pay for copies. Four universities and two public libraries received $1.9 million in' grants from the Library of Congress and the National Endowment for the Humanities. To ease the way for those researchers, UF officials will have to contribute some funds to the project as part of the grant's requirements. The effort is part of the National Digital Newspaper Project, which aims to digitize the nation's significant newspapers from between 1836 and 1922. The files then will be posted online free to the public. UF's contribution will be available through the Library of Congress and UF's Web site. Searchable newspapers will benefit faculty, students and anyone interested in Florida history, Canelas said. "The people who are most interested in Florida history tend to be faculty in various institutions in Florida," she said, noting that all of Florida's public universities have a faculty expert on Florida history. "It just makes it a lot easier to locate information." STUDENT LIFE eva mped fo ball I tery requires phone registration By KYLIE CRAIG Alligator Writer kcraig@alligator.org Gators football fans will have to welcome a new system of obtaining season football tickets this year. While last year's online lottery proved to be a success, providing 92 percent of those who registered with tickets, the University Athletic Association has tweaked the system once again. This year, instead of registering for tickets online, students will be given a three-week window beginning April 11 in which they can call in and enter the lottery to receive tickets. Mark Gajda, UF Student Ticket Office supervisor, said the change is being made in part because of the large number of tickets that went unclaimed last year. "Out of 21,500 winners, we had thousands of people that won who didn't end up buying their tickets," Gajda said. Students need to realize they don't have to worry about getting through on the first day and should be patient when calling, Gajda said. "When you get through has no bearing on the results," he said. When students do get through they'll be required to give their student ID number and credit card numbers, Gajda said. Every student will be charged when they call, but if they don't end up winning the lottery we'll take the charge off of their credit card, Gajda said. "Out of 21,500 winners, we had thousands of people that won who didn't end up buying their tickets." Mark Gajda UF Student Ticket Office supervisor The only factor determining who has the best chance at tickets this year will be credit hours. Students with the most hours will be given top priority for tickets. However, only credit hours earned at UF will be counted. This will leave some transfer students and students with AP and dual-enrollment credits from high school with a lower chance of being selected. UF senior and former SFCC student Christian Harden said he disagrees with the new selection process. "Just because you transferred in from another school doesn't make you any less of a Gator football fan," Harden said. "A lot of people go to Santa Fe because they love UF and want to get in so they can attend the football games." The period to register for tickets ends on April 29. Winners will be contacted by e-mail on May 5 or can find out -their ticket status online after May 6. COMMUNICATIONS C Us sMM:NYAnD-s IA(ELGOSiE hl ing or Ptayid by _yam CO ei algtr Photography by Ivy Hammer

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4, ALLIGATOR E WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 PUBCU SAFETY Police deny accusations By ANDREW ABRAMSON Alligator Staff Writer aabramson@alligator.org One day after Iota Phi Theta Fraternity members accused a Gainesville Police Department officer of trampling one of its brothers with a horse during a brawl outside of the club 238 West on Sunday morning, GPD said the claim is untrue. "We don't believe it happened," GPD spokesman Keith Kameg said. "No one's called internal affairs and no one claimed to be injured that night." Rafael Dominguez stands by his claim and said he filed an official complaint with the GPD early Tuesday evening, nearly three days after the incident. "I definitely have eyewitnesses," Dominguez said. "There were a lot of eyewitnesses, so [the police] can't deny [the claim] because there were a lot of people that saw that." Dominguez also claims that security within the club physically assaulted and used a stun gun on him. Kameg said if such injuries described had taken place, someone would have likely come forward to police. Instead, Kameg said the crowd of more than 1,000 people fled. The dispatch report said many of the clubgoers left for Simon's, once 238 West was closed down. "Traditionally in. bar fights, what you get into is 'he said, he said,' and that's something we deal with," Kameg said. "Everybody wants to say they were victimized. "We don't believe it happened. No one's called internal affairs and no one claimed to be injured that night." Keith Kameg GPD spokesman "If somebody's out there making allegations that we had misconduct, just telling media and not coming forward [to us] doesn't put much validity in it." Several members of Iota Phi Theta pinpointed UF football players for participating in the brawl, but Kameg said not a single clubgoer was officially identified. "We had to deal with such a large crowd trying to rush the door and that became the priority," Kameg said. "When we finally got control of the crowd, any person involved in any fight was gone. Nobody would talk to us." Group attracts donors By JESSICA RIFFEL Alligator Contributing Writer More than 100 students formed a "living green ribbon" on the Reitz Union North Lawn to promote organ and tissue donation Tuesday afternoon. Get Carded, an educational program that informs students about donation, organized the event. "It's very important to become a donor because one person can save up to 100 lives by being an organ and tissue donor," said Shantelle Carmichael, Get Carded's organizational recruitment director. The human ribbon was photographed from the roof of Constans Theatre and will be used to help raise awareness of the importance of organ and tissue donation. "It's painless," said Gail Keeler, a graduate student who participated in the ribbon. "It's a way you.can save someone else's.life without doing a bit of effort except letting your family know." After posing for the picture, students ate pizza and snow cones and could climb a rock wall or participate in other carnivalthemed activities. While students enjoyed the free food, Get Carded members passed out informational pamphlets, which included donor cards. The cards, once signed, are legally binding to ensure that donors' wishes are carried out. "It's not our goal to get everybody carded, but we want to inform them," Get Carded member Hannah Lee said. Instead of pushing students to sign, members sought to dispel the myths of donation and to encourage students to talk to their families. "I think we've been very successful. It's always rewarding to have people question our organization and ask for donor cards," Carmichael said. On Some members of Get CampUS Carded participated because they had seen or experienced first-hand the need for organ and tissue donations. Courtney Compagnone, a member of Get Carded, found out a couple of years ago she is allergic to acetaminophen. However, after suffering from a headache, she took some acetaminophen. Her renal system collapsed and she spent a month in Shands HealthCare's Intensive Care Unit. Compagnone was put on the organ transplant list for a kidney. As she waited for a donor, she recovered, eventually not needing a transplant. "I know that if I did need a transplant, I'd probably die waiting for it," Compagnone said. [Ira's 1MDnk$Dy, Free Drafts & Wells for Ladies L 1 $4 Domestic Pitchers for Everyone Zg 6:00pm -till Close I11pm) getontrak!score your EmuR AI L P A,,SS EurailPass from $382 Eurail selectpass frnm ~4 Eurail from $451 visit up to 17 European countries! AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, DENMARK, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HOLLAND, HUNGARY, ITALY, LUXEMBOURG, NORWAY, PORTUGAL, REPUBLIC OF IRELAND, SPAIN, SWEDEN & SWITZERLAND www.statravel.com.0e.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 U ALLIGATOR, 5 Officials: Bat incidents pose little cause for alarm E WEATHER CHANGE MAY HAVE LED TO BAT BITES ON CAMPUS. By DAVID COHEN Alligator Writer dcohen@alligator.org The bat bites that ailed two UF students last week were the first bat-induced injuries on campus in over a decade, a UF official said Tuesday. Recent weather conditions may have prompted the incidents, another official confirmed. "No one has been bitten on campus in the last 15 years," said Ken Glover, coordinator of pest management for UF Environmental Health & Safety. "They've been basically hibernating for the last few months," he said, noting that bats usually hibernate in temperatures below 40 degrees. Leslie Straub, the director for Florida Wildlife Care, said in a press release that Gainesville's recent warmer weather may have affected the bat's activity levels. "This time of year, as air temperatures rise and we approach spring, [which is] maternity season for our local bats, their activity rises," she wrote in an e-mail. "Recent weather conditions have created situations where there is an increasing likelihood that the public will encounter bats in unexpected places." Glover added that the bats "may be looking for new places to roost." Last week, Daniel Depaz, a public relations junior, found a bat between his classroom's door and its frame in Weimer Hall. He tried to help the bat before it bit him. "Normally, if a healthy bat was looking for a space to stay, it would not be on the ground," Glover said. "If the bat is seen on the ground, it should be left alone." Depaz is now umdergoing rabies shots, costing $1,000 for the total treatment, and is trying to find out if UF will foot the bill for the life-saving shots. "I'm definitely looking into it," he said. Another biting incident occurred last week, but the bat tested negative for rabies. Glover said that at any given -time, approximately 5,000 bats, or about five percent of UF's bat population, are infected with rabies. However, about 10 percent of raccoons are infected with the virus. Anthony Dennis, assistant environmental health director for the Alachua County Health Department, insists that there is PubliC no reason for public alarm. Health "I don't think I would consider this unusual," he said. "We get bat bites throughout the year. To this point, there's been nothing out of the ordinary." Last month, there were seven bat exposures, and one of them tested positive for rabies. However, in March 2004, there were three bat exposures, one of which tested positive for the deadly virus. In 2004, there were a total of 13 exposures, and three were found to be positive. Bats have been a UF staple for a long time. "They have been here long before we were," Glover said. In 1987, Johnson Hall, which housed 5,000 bats, burned down and the bats fled to the UF Track and Field area. Track fans complained because of their odor, which Glover said smells like either "roof tar" or a "puppy smell." Glover added that fans were "freaked out when bats would swoop over their heads to eat bugs." In 1991, the University Athletic Association built the UF Bat House and offered an alternative place for the bats to live. Today, approximately 100,000 bats take refuge on Museum Road near Lake Alice, making the UF Bat House the world's largest artificial home for the flying mammals, Glover said. Despite the incidents last week, Glover insists that bats are "very beneficial." "This colony probably eats 1,000 pounds of flying insects per night," he said. That is equal to a 40-foot-long tractor trailer full of mosquitoes, moths, beetles, gnats, flies and ants per night, Glover added. As a result, the bats have reduced UF's dependency on pesticides. AROUND GAINESVILLE SW 20th Avenue faces road closings for evaluation By IVETTE MENDEZ be taken to resurface some local the summer. "Delays are going to be the buses," he said. "One of the Alachua County Public Works will be conducting a series of pavement evaluations today and Thursday, which will cause partial road closings on Southwest 20th Avenue from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The evaluations will determine what course of action will roads. "Wednesday and Thursday are light traffic days; that's why we're doing it then," said Sam Middleton, a civil engineer for Alachua County Public Works. Southwest 20th Avenue between Southwest 43rd Street and Southwest 75th Street will be affected by the closings. The resurfacing of the road is expected to be completed during "We'd like to have it done before Fall semester begins," Middleton said. The evaluations will.also determine how extensive the reconstruction of the road will be. Unfortunately, the only major alternatives for local drivers this week are Newberry Road and Archer Road, Middleton said. "Delays are going to be minimal," he said. minimal." Sam Middleton Alachua.County Public Works civil engineer For students who don't want to deal with any delays during the evaluations, riding buses will provide them with the fewest delays, Middleton said. "We're not going to mess with best things is for students to try RTS at this time," he said. The evaluations are expected to be completed in a day and a half, Middleton said. By doing the evaluations and resurfacing now, Alachua County will not have to do more extensive reconstruction later as the road's condition deteriorates. "It's going to save us money in the long run," Middleton said. Happy Hour 4pm-9pm $400 Pitchers -$100 Drafts WED: LADIES NIGHT Ladies Drink FREE Live Acoustic Music NO COVER -21 & up 728W. 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6, ALLIGATOR U WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 Editorial Elite entrance? UF should take the best, as long as it remains fair oday is very different from the day that UF was formded as a land-grant university. Most of the state isn't underwater 'or covered in swampland -for one. More importantly to those in the Florida public educational system, however, UF isn't the only source of a quality higher education anymore. With public universities such as FSU, UCF, USF and others around, UF no longer has the burden of providing such an education to all aspiring high school graduates. Students also have the option of attending any of the numerous community colleges and then attending a state university afterward. Because of this, any artificial restrictions on UF's ability to accept the best as'd the brightest from our state schools would be inappropriate. Everyone can agree that UF can't logistically handle more students than it already does. This means that some choice must be made as to who gets the privilege of wearing the orange and blue. If anyone knows of a better criteria for this choice than scholastic performance and potential, we would love to hear it. The only other means of determining who receives a space at UF would be to hold a raffle that includes all students who did well enough in high school to reasonably expect a college education. The Alligator editorial board doesn't think this is the sort of thing that should be left to pure chance. If UF sets itself higher above the other state universities because of an increased quality of accepted students -which in turn attract better faculty and increased outside funding -then it deserves its success. However, UF must be careful to ensure that it is accepting those bestand brightest students and not discriminating on any other basis. UF should not double its in-state tuition, as administrators would like to do if they can wrest authority over the tuition rates from the state. The reason why UF serves both its goals as a land-grant college and as an institution seeking to be the best is because it offers a quality education at an affordable price. If tuition rates are jacked up to approach those of universities UF wants to emulate, then it will lose the characteristics that meet its original goals. UF also should rededicate itself to ensuring that the best and brightest are able to attend UF, regardless of socioeconomic status. As long as some students accepted to UF cannot afford to attend -and do not receive assistance from the university or the state -there remains the serious danger of UF becoming the rich-old-boy's club that so mnmy of the other top institutions are. And, as much-as it pains a group of UF students to say, UF should not receive special attention from the state in order to artificially set it above other state universities. Any increase in the prestige of a state university or the attractiveness of its degrees to employers should be based solely upon the quality of the education and the natural progression of excellence that comes from years of attracting better students. UF deserves all of the accolades that it rightfully eams: no more, no less. If UF continues to accept the best students Florida has to offer and can make a concerted effort to put funding where it is needed making sure disadvantaged and privileged students have equal chances of attending -then it is serving its original purpose and more. the indepexdenit florida alligatr Dwayne Robinson Matt Sanchez EDITOR OPINIONS EDITOR Mike Girnignani Lauren Flanagan MANAGING EDITOR Diana Middleton Craig Singleton EDITORIAL BOARD The Alligator encourages comments from readers. Letters to the editor should not exceed 150 word s (ahout orhe letter-sized page). They moon he hyped, double-spoced and most inclode the author's oame, clssde tin eo nd p1hne number. hames oil be withheld thew rueshows itt couse. We tenere hhe right he edih ho, length, grammar, style and libel. Seed lehhers ho ettersooiigatororg, rie there hto e1a W. Uniei rsihy An., or send them to PO. Box 14257, Gainesvile, FL 32604-2257.Columns of about 450 words about orginal topics and editorial cartoons are also welcome. Questions? Call 376-4458. Opinions ALLIGATOR www.aIligator.org/opinions c'~ o/1 -v Want to make a difference. Get carded his morning, I stood on the Reitz Union North Lawn in the bright midday sun, outfitted in green, and formed part of a living ribbon in testament to the powers of giving and of life. Organized by Get Carded, a student campaign to raise awareness of organ donation, the ribbon is one of the most important publicity events staged across campus. Political and academic debates and cultural awareness are important, but organ donation is vital -literally. According to the United Network for Organ Sharing, nearly 88,000 people currently are waiting for organ transplants in the United States. I'd like to tell the story of one person who waited: my mother. My mother suffered from lupus, a chronic autoimune disease that affects an estimated 1.5 million Americans, according to the Lupus Foundation of America. Nine out of 10 people with lupus are women, and the incidence rate is three imes higher among black women than white. Scientists do not know what causes lupus, and there currently is no cure. However, lupus can be effectively treated. Today, most people with lupus live a normal lifespan. Still, the disease can vary widely in symptoms and intensity. For my mother, it resulted in kidney failure. Growing up, I went with her to the dialysis center. I remember the machines and the tubes, the sterility, the eerie quiet. There were no children playing there. The patients didn't joke or smile. To me, it was alien, cold and drab. Later, she switched to peritoneal dialysis. A catheter was inserted in her abdomen to allow her to perform dialysis at home. Again, I remember well the tubes, the bags of fluid, the surgical masks, the constant fear of infection. More than playing basketball or Nintendo, watching the Gavin Baker Close to Home ietters@alligator.org Ninja Turtles on TV or swimming in the pool behind our home, these are the memories of my childhood. My mother never got a kidney transplant. She died when I was nine years old. She wasn't there when I turned 18 or when I graduated from high school; she won't be there when I graduate from college or when I get married. My wife never will know her mother-in-law; my children never will never meet one of their grandmothers. Today, over 60,000 Americans are waiting for kidney transplants. They wait for a donor, for a match, for a ray of hope. Today, 60,000 mothers and fathers will spend their day hooked to machines pumping the waste from their blood and go to sleep wondering if they'll get to see their children grow up. If we do nothing, they won't have the chance. The children of 60,000-families will grow up without a parent. Sixty thousand families will lose a son or daughter, a husband or wife, a brother or sister. That's just kidneys. Nearly 30,000 others wait for different organs: a liver, a lung, a pancreas or a heart. Do you have the heart to help them? Do you have the heart to let them die? Organ donation can extract life from death. By becoming organ donors, we transmute the tragedy of death into the blessing of charity. Even in leaving the planet, we make life better for those who remain. But it only works if you sign the card. It only takes a minute. Visit www.getcarded.org to find out how. Gavin Baker is a historyfreshman. His colun appears Oil Wednesday. The views expressed here are-not necessarily those of the Alligator. Reader response Today's question: Should UF receive extra state su port to set it above other state schools? Tuesday's question: Do you find it traumatic when teachers mark your papers with red ink? Vote or post a message at www.alligator.org 15% YES 85% NO 62 TOTAL VOTES

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 0 ALLIGATOR, 7 Tuition change would harm middle class student body. That's fine and understandable. Editor: Realistically, UF will serve more However, I find it disturbing that this newspamiddle class students than any other group, per ostracizes a certain community on campus, as there are more middle class students seekforsaking any sort of fair approach when pering a college education than any other group. forming the most intrinsic duty they possess as UF's low tuition rates make college affordable the media: honestly delivering the news. across all spectrums. The middle class is hard The view of the Alligator towards the Greek to define: Analysis of students receiving Bright community is laughable in its best moments Futures as being rich at $85,000 per year is far and completely unforgivable in its worst. from being correct in expensive parts of the Here's the deal: This paper eagerly implicates state. No one is rich at that income in Miami. the Greek community in any event in which When tuition is low, the poor can borrow one of its members comes under fire. They and it will not bankrupt their futures, while showed this in the recent election by vicarithe middle class can afford to pay with a low ously associating fraternity houses with misdebt load. By increasing tuition with increases deeds while they trashed the name of one of its in need-based aid, the middle class will be left members. Also, for whatever reason, this paper behind. The rich will pay, the poor will receive mentioned Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity when grants, and the middle class will start their one of its members was charged with a crime lives under a bundle of debt. Let Harvard completelyunrelated to the fraternity. stay Harvard, while UF remains a high qualConversely, when a Greek house, be it from ity education for the average Floridian at an the Multicultural, Panhellenic or Interfratermity affordable price. It is the middle class that will councils, contributes to the UF community, be out of options if tuition is raised. there is minimal coverage, if any, of the effort, Daniel Golden compassion and purpose of the event. This is 4LS not only irresponsible but, more importantly, it fails to make students aware of the great services of their peers. These philanthropies and service projects are some of the greatest acts of kindness on this campus. Alligator unfairly biased against Greeks Here is your opportunity to reverse this Editor: The Alligator editorial board made trend -to return to responsible journalism. it quite clear during this election cycle that the Hell, I'll even start you off with a great example Opinions section owes no duty of balance to the ARE YOU INTERESTED? We are looking for healthy males and females between the ages of '18-50 to participate in a clinical research trial. We are evaluating an investigational drug for future use in the treatment of osteoporosis. be in good general health *be a non-smoker i f female, must be of non-child bearing potential or have been postmenopausal for at least 2 years 9 be taking no medications This study takes place over an eight week period and is divided into 2 sessions. It requires 1 screening visit, 2-night, 3-day overnight stays for both sessions at our Phase 1 Unit at 2401 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, F1 and 2 outpatient visits after discharge from the unit. You may receive up to $950.00 for completing the study. Food and lodging will be provided to you during your overnight stays. Drug and alcohol testing will be done. For more information please call: (352) 273-5500 or toll free (888) 635-0763 and ask for the Recruiting Department -Phase I DirectorRobert Thompson Subject Recruiters: Judy, Ben-Hester Pattie Grant L of what I am speaking of. Enter David Sinopoli. In Nov. 2001, Sinopoli, now a UF student, was diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia. Aplastic anemia is a rare but extremely serious disorder that results from the unexplained failure of the bone marrow to produce blood cells. Now, after recovering from a bone marrow transplant, he looks to credit the mentor program that kept his attitude positive through the tribulation. Through philanthropy with his fraternity, Sigma Phi Epsilon, Sinopoli hopes to fund a similar program at Shands so other pediatric transplant recipients may enjoy the same encouragementand supportnecessary to beat such a debilitating illness.Sinopoilhopes to do this by holding the first annual Queen of Hearts Pageant, this Thursday at Brick City. This story is one of the many reasons Greeks hold such philanthropic events. The heroic stories rarely are told, yet oftentimes these are most purposeful: benevolent students on campus pouring their hearts into helping others. Prove to us you care as much about people like David Sinopoll as you do about breaking a story. Prove to us you don't have a malevolent agenda. Prove to us you treat hli groups of students fairly. On the same note of fair and balanced reporting, the Alligator would be wise to heed this advice because of the strong possibility that The Gainesville Sun is staking a spot in reporting campus life. If the paper wishes to continue its monopoly on the print media, it must become a more equitable source of information about student involvement and the endeavors of our students. John Clayton Brett 1LS Cartoon complainers can't see the point Editor: In response to Robert E. Mayes' criticism of Andy Marlette's Johnnie Cochran cartoon, I think we should start evaluating political cartoons for what they are and are not. They are not: testimonials to the nobility of lifetime achievements; politically correct representations of mass opinion; memorial services. They are: frickin' cartoons. 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8, ALLIGATOR U WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 UF study unearths new information on mutations Worms used as subjects for testing By SKYLER SMITH Alligator Writer ssmith@alligator.org Genetic mutations may radically differ even within similar species, according to a UF study. Zoology professor Charles Baer contributed to a study on the rates of genetic mutation in worms, finding great differences between even closely related species. "This study was to establish a baseline mutation rate," Baer said. The study applied no outside environmental stimuli to trigger genes and all mutations were spontaneous. "We deal with mutations as God deals them out," Baer said. Funded by UF and the National Institutes of Health, Baer worked. with scientists from two other universities, and their findings appear in Monday's Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Because the study deals with strictly natural genetic changes, it can work as a comparative tool for later studies dealing with the effect environment has on gene mutations, Baer said. As this applies to humans, our environment is constantly polluted with carcinogens, which could cause UF genetic mutations within Research the human genome, Baer said. "What this nieans is that generalizing about the mutational properties of life on Earth from one genotype or one species may not be justified," Baer said in a release. In the current study, multiple groups of genetically similar worms were allowed to accumulate mutations. Over the course of 200 generations, the scientists found that one species' genes mutated up to 10 times faster than the others'. Baer is also studying the mutation rate as a function of damage already done to the genome. In other words, he is attempting to discern whether or not a subject with already-mutated genes will experience futher changes at a greater speed. "The damage might be undoable," Baer said. 41 9. 1% 0 1% -9 .* #. # I I % I 0 I I "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content, Available from Commercial News Providers" Pressed Sandwiches, Pastries, Entrees, Soups, Salads, Desserts, Cafe, Shakes and more. Virtually Cuban wwvirtuall vcuhan-com galthy Males Needed To participate in a UF nutrition study Eligible Males Must Be: 18 -49 years old Non-smoking Not taking prescription medication Willing to do the following: 1. Noon blood draw after an over-night fast 2. Provide medical information 3. Fill out a dietary questionnaire Eligible study participants will receive $50.00 Please call 392-1991 extension 273 for more information \V\creeng _ng g 00 Key ofor is .Anc rSponsored by: Student Mental Health Services/ GatorWell Health Promotion Services at the University of Florida Student Health Care Center I I N

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Forum strives to shatter stereotypes N SIGMA LAMBDA GAMMA SORORITY SPONSORED THE EVENT. By LINDSAY TAULBEE Alligator Writer Itaulbee@alligator.org Interracial couples and gay and lesbian couples deal with many of the same stereotypes and cultural attitudes, concluded a forum held Tuesday in the Computer Science Engineering building. About 40 students gathered to discuss how societal pressures differ between these groups and to examine On how they have internalized CntntHts these messages. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Affairs Director Tamara Cohen and graduate assistant Ben Witten moderated the forum, which was sponsored by Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority and LGBT Affairs. "In today's society, it's a very potent issue. We have a lot of misunderstanding and a lot of hatred toward these types of relationships," sorority President Ashley Foster said. Cohen opened by showing 20 images of gay, lesbian, interracial, heterosexual and same-race couples, and she asked the audience to write down one-word reactions. A photograph of two homosexual couples kissing evoked words ranging from "ew" and "weird" to "marriage" and "care." Later, "beautiful" was mentioned for the first time regarding a heterosexual, interracial couple. "Have we had a 'beautiful' yet?" Cohen asked. "Let's just note that." Cohen also asked students to examine the roles family, friends, school and media had played in their perceptions. "I think with gay couples a lot of people say, 'It's OK, as long as it's not my son or my daughter,"' one student said. Many agreed that society deems lesbian couples acceptable based on their attractiveness. "The media portray that lesbianism is OK as long as you're good-looking," Witten said. Students also discussed the stereotype that lesbians are "hot." "It's superficial, and it's pig-headed, but a lot of guys think it's cool," Foster Jen sirmons / Amgator stail Tamara Cohen, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Affairs director, offers support for UF students considering multiracial marriage. said. Some said they felt pressure to date within their own race or be seen as shunning their culture. Others said family or friends had expressed that interracial couples are only acceptable depending on the races of those involved. After the forum, Witten said personal experiences are important in increasing understanding about-gay, lesbian or interraciaf couples. "Knowing a single person can really start breaking down stereotypes for the whole group," he said. -He noted that he hears more positive messages now than he has in the past few years. "In either case, we have a long way to go," he said. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 U ALLIGATOR, 9 GREEK LIFE Asians get f rat status By KYLIE CRAIG Alligator Writer kcraig@alligator.org The first Asian-American fraternity in Florida was accepted into UF's Multicultural Greek Council on Tuesday night. Members of Pi Delta Psi Fraternity had been working toward acceptance as an official fraternity for the past nine months. "We just want people to know about us now, and to know we've done something this monumental." Thuan Vu Pi Delta Psi Chapter president Vice President Huy Huynh said it was a huge relief to hear his organization will finally be able to be called a UF fraternity. "We've had a lot of setbacks these past couple months," Huynh said. "To be part of an organization and not be able to wear your letters on campus is kind of hard." Before being accepted in the MGC, Pi Delta Psi members were recognized as the Asian-American Greek Interest Group. Chapter president Thtian Vu said he's looking forward to making an impact in the Greek community. "We just want people to know about us now, and to know we've done something this monumental," Vu said. Asianinterest group, the Lady Monarchs, also had reason to celebrate at the MGC meeting. They were officially accepted as an associate member of the MGC. "Hearing we had been accepted was overwhelming," said Liana Gregory, Lady Monarchs president. "It was a really long journey so we were relieved." The organization must remain an associate member of MGC for a year in order to be considered for full membership status. It also must be approved by its national headquarters to become an official sorority. Career Elevelopement Cakinel proudly presents Ike Spr" gUq"ete&KjLe Join us for a kancis-on learning experience, Wednesday, April 13,2005 @ Six o' clock in Ike evening (pre-receplion starts at 5:30 pm) JW Peitz Union, Micanopy oom (41k flo1 Price: $16 (includes full meal and etiquette materials) Open to Ike public. Please PSVP by Saturday, Appil 91k, 2005. Cask or ckeck only (make paqakle to Uf). for more info, contact career@sq.ufl.edu. Payments can also Le droppeJ off at SG office on Ike 3rd floor of Ike Peitz Union. UNTIVE SITY OF ~ ~ ClassicFare. ~, FLORIDA MADDIE'S Pet Rescue Project ofAlachua County presents 6 convenient locations, 10 hours and 200 pets for you to love 'tecu5

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10, ALLIGATOR M WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 Protesters gather outside prison OCHA, from page I Instead of watching television, Ocha spent Tuesday morning with his brother, Martin Ocha, and Chaplain Dale Recinella. Recinella stayed until late in the afternoon, conversing with Ocha in his jail cell, Ivey said. Protesters across the street from the prison numbered more than 30 by the time Ocha's execution was scheduled to begin. Floridians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty Director Abe Bonowitz addressed Gov. Bush, but not for deciding not to delay Ocha's execution -rather, for the hypocrisy he sees in the Catholic governor continuing to sign death warrants. "The pope had called for an end to the use of the death penalty," he said. Bush "is mocking the pope by going forward with it." Bonowitz contended Ocha wanted to die before he murdered Skjerva. Court documents show Ocha previously asked police officers to shoot him during a 1978 altercation. "This is suicide by governor," Bonowitz said. "Society deserves to be safe, but we don't need the death penalty." Ocha was the 60th prisoner in Florida to be executed since the death penalty was reinstated in 1976. Executions are carried out after the governor signs a death warrant issued by a court, after the defendant is found guilty. A private citizen serves as executioner and is paid $150 to carry out the death sentence, which in this case involved injecting a lethal chemical cocktail intravenously. Department of Corrections official Debra Buchanan said an ad seeking voluntary executioners was placed in newspapers statewide in 1978, offering that same amount of money for their services. ."We're still working off the original list," she said of the vohune of responses. State Attorney's Office spokesman Spencer Mann said a violent crime needs to satisfy several criteria before prosecutors can seek the death penalty. "Was the murder heinous or atrocious, no mercy given?" he said. Also, "whether there were issues of torture" and lack of "regard for the humanity of the victim." Mann said those stipulations then are weighed against "potential mitigating circumstances, such as whether the defendant had a criminal history, whether there are any mental competency issues or other factors that would speak on the defendant's behalf." Though Ocha's mental status was disputed by his first attorney, Mark Gruber, a judge eventually declared him competent. On the night of Oct. 5, 1999, Ocha, dr and high on Ecstasy, met Skjerva at the Kissimmee bar where he worked, an Osceola County arrest warrant shows. She gave him a ride to his home, where they had consensual intercourse. However, when Skjerva said she would tell her boyfriend about the incident and mocked Ocha's anatomy, he became angry. The documents state Ocha retrieved a rope from his garage with which he attempted to strangle Skjerva three times. In his impaired state, he was too weak to kill her, so he hanged her from a kitchen door and drank a beer as he watched her choke to death. When he was arrested for disorderly intoxication the following day in Volusia County, Ocha confessed to killing Skjerva. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Revenue could put UF in Top 10 MERIT, from page 1 UF's ascent to the top but often don't understand that it will take a -ike, in revenue, Machen said. "Most of the increase would come from increasing tuition but all of the benefits go directly to students," Machen wrote in the e-mail. "It would be interesting to see if our students support an increase that so directly benefits them." Student Body President-elect Joe Goldberg said he supports those improvements but said that UF has four sources of funding other than tuition -federal funds, state appropriations, private donations and research money -and UF should tax students for the improvements only after the other options have been exhausted. "I want to make sure that we tap into those four different sources before hitting the students' pocketbooks," he said. "We can become a Top 10 institution without increasing tuition." Considering Student Government has been unsuccessful at preventing tuition hikes in the past few years, the increases may be inevitable, Goldberg said. In that case, students should ensure that money is spent to their benefit, he said. Either way, Goldberg said he would like to sit down with Machen to discuss how they can coordinate lobbying efforts. The best place for the school to look for revenue is the state Legislature, Goldberg said. The issue in part asks if students are satisfied with their UF education. John Dicks, president of the Interfraternity Council, said he wouldn't want anything changed in his undergraduate experience. "If I'm paying to improve it, what am I paying to improve?" Dicks said. "I haven't been unhappy with anything." But raising tuition to the level UF is talking about -a twofold increase or more -is a moot point unless it can convince the Legislature to allow the universities to set tuition themselves, instead of allowing them to raise it within in a certain percentage every year. Manny Fernandez, chairman of UF's Board of Trustees, said who controls tuition is complicated and uncertain. Legislators are reluctant to change Bright Futures because of its popularity and benefit in keeping students in the state, he said. But Florida must decide how to preserve it as tuition rises. "Whatever tuition is raised, Bright Futures has to come up with that much more," he said of the program, which pays for most UF students' tuition. Due to the complications, any changes in tuition policy probably will not occur for a year, Fernandez said. He's still uncertain of whether the Legislature supports UF's goal when it means raising tuition on lawmakers' constituents. "I just think there's too much of a tug of war going on right now," he said. "At the end of the day, I think this is going to be left up to the courts." APARTMENT HUNTING? Wil 3527 S.W. 20th Ave. Gainesville, FL 32607 352.692.1313 Swimming pools Tanning bed Fitness center Game room Individual leases Full-size washers / dryers in each unit Fully furnished

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 E ALLIGATOR, 11 Florida House, Student Senate debate freedom bill Senate denounces By BRIDGET CAREY Alligator Staff Writer bcarey@alligator.org The Florida Legislature can trash the "Academic Freedom Bill of Rights" as far as the Student Senate is concerned. Senate voted unanimously to pass a resolution denouncing the recently proposed bill that.could affect UF students' Activity & Service Fee. The bill could prohibit funding of organizations with a religious or political bias. Senators saw that as a threat to destroy groups such as the Jewish Student Union, Campus American Civil Liberties Union and Campus Crusade for Christ. "We would not be able to distribute student funds to any organizations that are not viewpoint neutral," said co-author Sen. Ryan Nelson. Ambiguity in the bill's wording would require UF to hire a junior attorney to deal with these issues, draining the university of $109,503, he said. "Part of education is to stretch the minds of students," resolution co-author Sen. Paden Woodruff said. "This bill is demeaning to students," he added, because it assumes they have no critical skills to disagree with different opinions. Student Body President Jamal Sowell reported that, in a recent meeting with Gov. Jeb Bush, he learned the bill "doesn't have much support" and that "[Bush] doesn't foresee that passing," he told senators Tuesday. The bill, which has not reached the House floor for a vote, could discourage teachers and students from UF out of fear of being sued, senators argued. Sen. Michael Bowen, a graduate student, said that graduate students make up about 40 percent of the teachers at UF, and the bill would hurt UF's aspirations of becoming a Top 10 research university. "It would make classrooms cold," Woodruff added. Horowitz: University 'kids' need grown-up supervision FREEDOM, from page 1 Horowitz wrote in a 2001 article that the theory of evolution was a political invention "to attack traditional values." And in a 2000 fundraising appeal, Horowitz wrote, "You see, the left isn't forgiving or civil. Instead they are violently, fervently comnitted to their unholy war to tear down American democracy and replace it with their version -an Americanized version -of conuntunism." In his statement to the committee, Horowitz compared universities in America to those in the "third world," and said a large minority of professors don't behave like professionals in the classroom. Casting the "crisis" in-'higher education as a struggle between leftistt totalitarianism" and "mainstream values," Horowitz cited anecdotes about students being marked down for disagreeing with professors in class. He divulged neither the names of these students npr their professors. Baxley also asserted that the bill would not lead to lawsuits, even though a legislative staff analysis wamed the bill could allow students to sue their professors if they feel their views aren't being respected. The analysis even recommends $4.2 million be spent to hire new lawyers for universities to fight such suits if the bill is passed. Horowitz insisted the staff was wrong. "This bill is not to start lawsuits, but to give a kick in the pants to administrations to get their houses in order," he said. Besides, he said, even if lawsuits did occur, $4.2 million would be a small price to pay "Universities are already massively interfered with by the government," Horowitz said. "You will admit students with this skin color with these grades, but not that kind of student with those grades. No one who objects to this bill has objections to those laws, and that's hypocrisy." Saving students from themselves Horowitz.also blasted universities where student activity fees brought speakers such as Michael Moore -as UF did -and failed to bring conservative speakers before the 2004 election. When Rep. Ed Jennings, D-Gainesville, asked whether UF student organizations such as Accent, UF's speaker's bureau, had a right to spend student money as they see fit, Horowitz answered that "university kids" should be governed by "grown-ups" who can ensure the funds are spent equitably. "I think the administration has a responsibility to the university community to see that there is equity," Horowitz said. "University administrations should step in and say, look kids, this is an education-institution, not a political organization. If you bring in a left-wing extremist like Michael Moore, you should also bring a conservative such as Ann Coulter." Rep. Dan Gelber, D-Miami Beach, disagreed. "Do you think the government should get into the business of deciding whetheia view is mainstream or extremist?" he asked. Rep. Shelley Vana, D-West Palm Beach, echoed Gelber's concerns. "When we talk about the government stepping in, and having a stick to rein in voices it calls 'outside the mainstream,' I get worried," she said. "Should the administration call in student leaders who'insult the dignity of the country?' That's what happened to my husband in Czechoslovakia. As a student, he was called in before a people's tribunal, was sentenced to death and had to flee the country, and he never saw his parents." During a public testimony period, Matthew Farrar of FSU College Republicans said he received 10 complaints from members of his group alleginggradeshadsuffered because they had expressed their beliefs in classes governed by liberal professors. He refused to identify them. Righteous persecution United Faculty of Florida President Tom Auxter, also a UF philosophy professor, told the committee the only evidence the bill's proponents could muster was a smattering of anecdotes. "Florida already has some of the lowest salaries for professors in the nation," Auxter said. "It's already difficult for us to recruit and retain the best-qualified faculty. Please, don't make things any harder for us." He said colleagues in other states had called him to ask why the bill, which he called "a national farce," has languished in other states where it was proposed but actually had a chance of passing the House. After Auxter's statements, Baxley appeared flushed and agitated. "I find it laughable that some are saying universities are not bastions of leftist thought," he said. "We all know that they are. I've got letters from dozens of students with terrible examples of persecution. Am I going to give you their names? 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12, ALLIGATOR U WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 Farmland's value up LOTS HAVE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 10 PERCENT. SKYLER SMITH Alligator Write ssmith@slligstor.org As Florida's population booms, the homes, malls and parking lots that go with it also expand. This growth adds value to the state's remaining agricultural land, according to a UF survey. From 2003 to 2004, the value of Florida farmland went up by more than 10 percent in many places, said John Reynolds, the lead author of the survey. "As the supply of land goes down, the value goes up," Reynolds, a professor emeritus with UF's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, said. The area with the highest increase in land value was South Florida. "They're running out of open land down there," he said. The value of cropland went up 58 percent and pasture values 76 percent, according to the survey. While the Okeechobee and southern Gulf Coast regions saw the most dynamic growth in land values, the rest of the state's agricultural land also saw increased value of anyUF where from 9 to Research 25 percent more than last year. Gainesville lies in what the survey classifies as the northeast section of Florida. Farmland here increased in value by 9 to 16 percent. While that's on the lower end, the dollars per acre numbers are highest here, Reynolds said. The value of non-irrigated cropland in Gainesville's. part of the state was valued at $2,657 per acre, the second highest in the state behind the Tampa to Orlando central region. WEDNESDAY: LADIES NIGHT 2 Pitchers for Everyone FREE Beer 9pmopm DJ JD T TVVVVVVVVVVVVVV Compare us with the rest. program can help you get a higher score. In fact, we guarantee it-or your money back:' Kaplan Other Courses 4 _s .PstsA Eprtice, rir 65yeas of 2yeurs or hewrerk ens Only ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ s K.pR. offer yucm etprpr onrth MCAT Ctudy Pcor is A i Ar. us onin o iy n t.s kapteststud/mts, Tet Pep and Admssr n s t ntni Jai Alai is Ba c k! Every Wednesday Night It's "Student Night" General With Student ID Admission e Beer 12oz 5 Hot Dogs Popcorn e Soda .CALA for Live Jai-Alai & INTER-TRACK WAGERING Midway between Sun Wed Thur Fri Sat Ocala & Gainesville 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 1 -75 at Exit 368 30 7:30 7:30 7:30 33.5 m. east 7:0 7:3 352--591 -2345 Florida Blue Key: Contestant applications due: Friday, April 8, 2005 by 5pm in the FL Blue Key Office Room 312 Reitz Union. For info call 337-0022. Wear polarized sunglasses. Look for the manatee's snout, back, tail, or flipper in the water. Call 1-800DIAL-FMP, *FMP, or use VHF Channel 16 if you spot an injured manatee. Don't discard trash into the water. Stay in deep water channels. Avoid running your motor over seagrass beds. Look, but don't touch. Please don't feed manatees. Watch for posted speed zone and sanctuary signs. Save the Manatee@ Club 1-800-432-JOIN (5646) .5 500 N. Maitland Ave. www.savethemanatee.org F E --CARE t~ b q .1~ ., 1 11 .6 "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" # .0 1 0, 0 ) ( A 1 9

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Classifieds WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 ALLIGATOR www.alIigator.org/class For Rent For Rent RentFor Rent For Rent rinfrshed f unfurshed j finished )yunfrished ) ONE IN A MILLIONHII Roommate matching 3/3 from only $429 FREE Cable w/ HBO & SHOWTIME*Alarm Gated*24hr gym* tan FREE*Close to UF .Leasing for NOW & FALL*377-2777 4-20-71-1 Super Clean Studio Walk to ShandsLong & short term lease Now as low as $355 monthly inc all utilities ph 336-9836 4-20-71-1 HAVE IT ALL AT THE LANDINGSII Furnished 3 and 4 bdrm apartment homes All utilities, internet, 24 hr gym, FREE Tanning. Roommate Matching Available Starting at $455/bdrm. 336-3838 ASK ABOUT SUMMER SPECIALS 4-20-23-1 *** SORORITY ROW AREA *** Experience the luxury at Windsor Hall. Located 2 blocks to UF. Beautiful single & double suites available. Starting at $400/mo includes everything -gym, pool, DSL, electric, etc. 337-9255 or www.windsorhali.com 4-20-71-1 1BR & 2BR Huge floor plan. Private patio, park at your door. Oasis 377-3149 Furn Avail 3436 SW 42nd Ave & 34th St. $500 & $600/ mo 4-20-71-1 incrediblee Deal 1/1 in 4/4* with: internet & cable & elec & water walkin closets, full bath, wash/dry pool view, gym, FULL furnish Call for more info 352-258-3542 4-20-60-1 Just Bring Your Clothes! Furnished 2 & 3 bedrooms from $875 Luxury living with all the perks! Includes cable, utility packages avail All we need is you! 372-8100 4-20-60-1 **COUNTRYSIDE** 1 BR/1iBAin 4BR/4BA$425 util, cable, alarm, dsl incl. WID. On bus rts 9 & 35. Individual leases. Call 407-620-1555 4-12-25-1 HUGE *AFFORDABLE 1, 2 & 3BR Spiral Staircase Skylight Pool 2 Tennis Cts Indvi lease & Utility Pack Now and Fall 377-7401 4-20-31-1 RELET @ LEXINGTON CROSSING 3/3 1 BR/1BA avail at $475/mo, i-net, WID, pool, cable TV, gym & tanning bed. Contact 352271-2067 or 407-353-8011 Avail from 5/1/05 4-8-13-1 KENSINGTON SOUTH sublease summer and/or fall. Large 2BR/2.5BA luxury townhouse near campus. Walk-in closet, W/D, Lots of parking, internet included. Pool & gym. Call 305-401--9215. 4-6-11-1 1.3 Miles from UF! Seeking roommates 3/2 Available: Recently renovated. Furnishing is optional, wood floors, central AC, washer/ dryer. From $435 305-479-5075 4-11-10-1 1 RM at Pebble Creek Apts. W/D, i-net, pool. Very quiet, literally on campus. $330/mo, $100 sec dep. Avail May 1st. Call 850-4434349 4-8-5-1 Clean, quiet, new housing w/fenced yard. 1BR in 3BR/2BA, park in front of house. Furn, great spacing, close to campus. Long term lease, $380/mo. Call 386-795-5888 4-8-5-1 KENSINGTON SOUTH sublease Apr. thru July 31st. 1BR/1BA in a large 2BR/2.5BA luxury townhouse. WID & internet. $350/mo. Female. 508-435-2267 4-20-11-1 For Rent unturn ishe d GATOR PLACE APTS 3600 SW 23 St. 2BR/ 1BA W/D is optional. Park in front of your apt. Pet play park. 2 mi to VA/Shands. $525/mo 372-0507. 4-20-71-2 *QUIET, CLEAN, LOTS OF GREEN SPACE. Rustic 1 BR apt. $325/mo. @1BR cottage $375/mo. Call 378-9220 or mobile 213-3901. 4-20-71-2 AVAILABLE NOW Walk to UF, Studios and 1 BR's From $555. Free parking Open Weekends 371-7777 www.collegeparkuf.com 4-20-71-2 LYONS SPECIAL $99 1st month's rent 377-,8797 4-20-71-2 CAN'T FIND PARKING? BUS FULL? Studios & 1/1s from $459 at UF Pool *We Pay Most Utilities Pets OK Residents get FREE parking.guaranteed You can't live any closer! 372-7111 4-20-71-2 Need a Rental Home or Condo? Need A Tenant? CALL THE BEST! NFatson Realty Cory. REALTORS' www.watsonrent.com Property Mgmt/Rentals 352-335-0440 Full Service Sales 352-377-8899 gvillepm@watsonrealtycorp.com 4-20-71-2 QUALITY YOU CAN AFFORD/ Avail NOW or AUGUST! 0 1 BR $530/2BR $580/3BR $735 0 HUGE floor plans! 2 Pools! Pets Welcome! ** 335-7275 4-20-71-2 *LUXURY 3/3 DOWNTOWN* Hurry while they last Only 8 left! WID, pets OK 338-0002 4-20-71-2 OSUN BAY APTSO *Some furnished avail* SOWalk or Bike to Campuses0 1-1 $460/moOO2-1 $520/mo www.sunisland.info @0376-6720 4-20-71-2 1 & 2BR apts. convenient to shopping, bus line, and just a few miles from UF. Located off SW 20th Ave. $410 -$515, inci water, sewer, pest control & garbage. Sorry no pets allowed. Call 335-7066 335-7066. 4-20-71-2 ** A PRICE YOU CAN AFFORDI* Move in TODAY or AUGUST! 0 1 BR $460 *26R $530 0 Walk to UF Pets welcome! Beautiful pools/courtyardsl Open Weekends! 372-7555 4-20-71-2 SEPARATE FROM THE COMMON PLACE Luxury 2BR/2BA & 3BR/3BA W/D incl. *FREE Cable*Alarm* 24hr. Gym* FREE Tan* Close to UF Museum Walk 379-9255 4-20-71-2 Deluxe, Large 3 or 4BR ap/house, 60 second walk to UF. Remodeled, Oul House charm. Central AC, washer/dryer included. Wood floors. With Parking. By Private Owner. 538-2181 lv message 4-20-71-2 Amazing Apts! Perfect Price! 1,2,3&4BRs! Any size pet ok! FREE UF Parking & bus rt to UF! tennis, b-ball, pool, mntrd alarms pinetreegardens.com 376-4002 4-20-71-2 Deluxe, large one or two bedroom, 60 second walk to UF. Wood firs, washer dryer included, fireplace, patio deck. Can furnish. Short term available. Private Owner. $495up. 352-538-2181. Lv mssg 4-20-71-2 Now & Fall -1 Big enough for 2! 750 Sq Ft, Patio, We love pets! Alarm*Pool*UF Parking*DW*Gym Call by 4 Specials! 332-7401 4-20-71-2 SEEING IS BELIEVINGI!I IBR/1BA*2BR/2BA*3BR/3BA TH FREE cable w/HBO & SHOWTIME*Alarm Gated*24hr gym*Tan FREE*Close to UF Leasing for NOW and FALL*377-2777 4-20-71-2 **HUGE Luxury w/Garage** 2BR/2BA & 3BR/3BA TH from $420 per person FREE Alarn *WD*GATED ENTRY FREE Tanning*24hr Gym*Camp lab Filling Fast for Fall**372-0400 4-20-71-2 ***Beautiful and New*** 2BR/2BA & 3BR/3BA LUXURY FREE High-Speed Internet FREE Monitored Alarm FREE Cable w/HBO/Showtime FREE Tanning & 24 hr Gym W/D plus TVs in every kitchen Now & Fall 374-FUNN (3866) 4-20-71-2 ** ELLIE'S HOUSES ** Quality single family homes. Walk or bike to UF. www.ellieshouses.com 352-215-4991 or 352-215-4990 4-20-71-2 SUN ISLAND 1.1 from $460.00 2.1 $520.00 $99 deposit for Grad students 999 SW 16th Ave phone # 376-6720 www.sunisland.info 4-20-71-2 Too Good to Be True! HUGE 2/2 for only $425/person! Pool*Hot Tub*Tanning*PC Lab*W/D FREE Cable with HBO*Most Utilities FREE Minutes from Campust 372-8100 4-20-71-2 HOUSES and CONDOS All locations and price ranges If you are tired ofaapt life Go to www.maximumre.com or call 374 6905. 8-24-170-2 Save $$$ and love where you live!!! Spacious 1/1, 2/1 or 3/2. Avail Now or Fall Alarms, pets welcome, free UF parking Call 373-1111 or visit www.spanishtrace.org 4-20-71-2 HOUSES AT UF 2 and 3BR from $719 Carport, wood floors, pets ok Open Weekends Call for appointment 371-7777 4-20-71-2 Historic Neighborhood WALK TO UF land 2 BRs from $560 Pets ok, wood floor option OPEN WEEKENDS 371-7777 4-20-71-2 Rooftop Luxury Overlooking UF Private 3/2 with HUGE deck W/D*Free Parking*Elevator Access One of a kind luxury!372-7111 -4-20-71-2 Summer rates plus July FREE on a 15 month lease Sun Island Properties 376-6720 www.sunisland.info 4-20-71-2 Want a bigger 2 or 4 BR TH this fall? TH, WID & DW. We love.ALL pets! Pool*Park @ UF *Free Gym*Alarm Call by 4 Specials! 332-7401 4-20-71-2 *LIVE A RESORT LIFESTYLE* 1/1 & 2/2 flats, 3/3 townhomes Free Tanning, Aerobics, 24 hr gym PC lab, Gated, Trash Svc, All amenities. Leasing Now & Fall, 335-4455 4-20-71-2 Tired of roommates?! Huge 1/1 dishwasher, patio/balcony Tennis, bball, monitored alarm Move-in specials, leasing now & fall Open weekends, call 376-4002 4-20-71-2 Classifieds. Continued on next page. How To Place A Classified Ad: In Person: Cash, Check, MC, or Visa The Alligator Office 1105 W. University Ave. M-F, 8am -4pm UF Bookstore at Reitz Union M -F, 8am -6pm, Sat. 10am -5pm By Mail: Use forms appearing weekly in The A//igator. Sorry, no cash by mail, MC, Visa or checks only. By Phone: (352) 373-FIND Payment by Visa or MasterCard ONLY. M -F, 8am -4pm By Fax: (352) 376-4556 When Will Your Ad Run? Classifieds begin TWO WORKING DAYS after they are placed. Ads placed at the UF Bookstore may take THREE days to appear. Ads may run for any length of time and be cancelled at any time. Sorry, but thermcan be no refunds or credits for cancelled ads. Corrections and Cancellations: Cancellations: Call 373-FIND M -F, 8am -4pm. No refunds or credits can be given. Alligator errors: Check your ad the FIRST day it runs. Call 373-FIND with any corrections before noon. THE ALLIGATOR IS ONLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FIRST DAY THE AD RUNS INCORRECTLY. Corrected ads will be extended one day. No refunds or credits can be given after placing the ad. Changes called in after the first day will not be further compensated. Customer error or changes: Changes must be made BEFORE NOON for the next day's paper. There will be a $2.00 charge for minnr changes. All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make limitation, or discrimination." We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation ofuthe law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. o All employment opportunities advertised herein are subject to the laws which prohibit discrimination in employment (barring legal exceptions) because ofsrace, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, familial status, age, or any other covered status. e This newspaper assumes no responsibility for injury or loss arisingfrom contacts made through the type of advertising that is know as "personal" or "connections" whether or not they actually appear under those classifications. We suggest-that any reader who responds to that type of advertising use caution and investigate the sincerity of the advertiser before giving out personal information. -Althouh this newspaper uses great care in accepting or rejecting advertising according to its suitability, we cannot verify that all advertising claims or offers are completely valid in every case and, therefore, canndt assume any responsibility for any injury or loss arising from offers and acceptance of offers of goods and/or services through any advertising contained herein, I

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14, ALLIGATOR U WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 For Rent For Rent ) For Rent For Rent For Rent unf uerished ) unfurnis3hd unfurnisd )O F unfurnishUP ufrnishe We are what you're looking for! 2BR/1.5BA TH with W/D for $639! Alarms, Free UF parking, pets OK Now leasing for Fall 373-1111 4-20-71-2 1st MONTH FREE] Pine Rush Apartments 1&2 BR apt homes starting @$429/mo 375-1519 4-20-71-2 Tremendous two bed two bath FREE UF parking & bus rt to UF tennis, b-ball, monitored alarm affordable, spacious, pets okl pinetreegardens.com 376-4002 4-2071 2 1BR/1BA $420, 2BR/1BA $495, 2BR/2BA $525, 3BR/2BA $695. New carpet, Italian tile, cent AC/H, covered patio, DW, verticals, W/D hkups, pool. Some utils, walk to UF. 332-7700. 4-20-71-2 1BR & 2BR/1BA with W/D, central heatlair, dishwasherceramic tile, private patio, pets arranged. Off SW 34th St. Near bus rt. From $505 377-1633 4-20-71-2 ***LIVE IN LUXURY"' HUGE TWNHMS:2/2 & 3/3 Free cable, w/HBO & Shointime W/D*alarm*free tanning*comp lab Pets welcome*Private dog park Leasing NOW & FALL 377-2801 4-20-71-2 Free Extended Basic Cable! Pets Welcome! 1000 sq ft Split Floor Plan, W/D Hook-ups & DW, 1 BR/1 BA & 2BR/2BA Available. Call Now 372-9913 4-20-71-2 Amazingly Affordable! HUGE 650sq ft 1BR 1000 sq ft 2BR Townhouses & Flats! Discounted Rates Starting @ $380 & $480. Close to Santa Fe, UF & 1-75, 332-5070. 4-20-71-2 HOUSES 2 mi to UF Now & fall 331-0095 630 NW 35th St. lg 3/2, fam rm $1200/mo; 816 NViV/Zth Dr 3/2, fam rm gar $1300/mo; 1802 NW 38th Terr 3/2 $875/mo; 'b2 NW 35th 5t. 3/2 $11 00/mo 4-20-71-2 Total Elec, 2 & 3 Bedroom, $395-$550, cent A/C, pool, tennis, B-ball waste, pest, lawn mowing. 251b pet $15/mo. M-F 10-6 or by appt. Alamar Gardens 4400 SW 20th Ave. 373-4244 UP bus line #20 4-20-71-2 Your Perfect Apt Next to UF! 20 steps to class! Studios, 1, 2 & 3BR Avail Aug. Specials from $489/mo. Lofts wood firs & more. Some pet friendly! 376-6223 www.LiveNearCampus.com 4-20-71-2 Apartments Available Now All Florida Areas; All Major US Cities Browse our listing FREE WWW.SUBLET.COM 1-(877)-For-Rent (367-7368) 4-20-71-2 Have Roommates? 3BR/2BA House $950 Only You? 1BR/1BA House $450 Mitchell Realty 374-8579 x 1 4-20-70-2 So Close to Campus Avail now, 2BR/1 & 2 BA apts. $400, $450, $695 Mitchell Realty 374-8579 x 1 4-20-70-2 1/2 PRICE APTS! Close to UF/Downtown. 2BR & 3BR starting @ $525/mo Call 3734423 or online at www.maximumre.com 8-15-9,2 PET'S PARADISE, no app/pet fee. 2BR townhomes, duplexes. Privacy fence, modern appliances, ceiling fans, SW. Private owner, please leave detailed message. $450-525/mo 331-2099 4-7-60-2 Stupendous Studios Steps to UF From $499 -$559 Laundry, pool, pets ok Open till 8pm and weekends Leasing for Fall 371-7777 4-20-69-2 115 STEPS FROM CAMPUS!!! Luxury -Opposite Library West! Beautiful 2BR/2BA.all amenities LOOKING GLASS APTS Call 376-1111 or Come by 111 NW 16th St. #1 4-20-69-2 DOWNTOWN LOCATION 3BR/2BA Wood floors, fireplace, living & dining rooms, Den, $625/rent, 223 SW 4th Avenue Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525 www.TurlingtonRealEstate.com 4-8-55-2 CHEAP RENT! 2BR/1.5BA W/d hookups, CH/AC, dishwasher, $475/mo 5320 NW 20th Court Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525 www.TuringtonRealEstate.com 4-8-59-2 **1BR & 2BR BEAUTIFUL** NEW kitchen, tile, carpet, paint 2BRover 1100 sq ft @0 $650/ mo 1 BR-over 800 sq ft 0 $550/mo Close to UF, beautiful, quiet High-speed wireless internet $300 off deposit 0 376-2507 4-20-63-2 3BR/4BR -LIKE A HOUSE Huge townhouse, fireplace, W/D hook-ups, patio, New carpet & tile, fitness & basketball high speed wireless internet 3BR/2.5BA only $850 4BR/3BA only $1099 Close to UF in SW Beautiful/quiet 41376-2507 4-20-63-2 Threesomes Welcomel All the space you need only $1050 Pool*Hot Tub* Tennis'Gym*Pd Lab W/D*Cable with HBO*Extra Storage The perfect three-bedroom! 372-8100 4-20-60-2 DUCK POND! Cute 1BR/1BA, wood floors eat-in kitchen, ceiling fans, $475/rent 305-C NE 6th Street Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525 www.TurlingtonRealEstate.com 4-8-50-2 *NOW PRE-LEASING* I BR $699 -2BR $839 -3BR $999 $150 dep. Full size WID, Direct Campus Access, Pool, Fitness Center! Open M-F 8:30 -5:30, Sat 11-4 Pebble Creek Apts 376-9607 4-20-59-2 BIKE TO SHANDS & VET SCHOOL! OSpacious studio, washer/dryer, Fenced yard, lawn svc, $450/rent 3BR 2BA, terrazzo floors, washer/dryer, fenced yard, lawn svc, $1000/rent 4BR 3BA, terrazzo floors, washer/dryer, fenced yard, $1400/rent 3811 SW 20th Street Carl Turlington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525 www.TuringtonRealEstate.com 4-8-45-2 AVAIL. AUG 1: 4bed/2bath house. Ceramic tile floors, extra game room, fenced yard, pet ok, wash/dry provided. 1330 NW 39th St. 339-2342 for directions $1250/mo 412-45-2 Rent With Us Today, Buy With Us Tomorrow Condo, House & Townhouse Rentals www.BosshardtPM.com Ask About Our Lucrative Tenant Rewards Program! 2BR/1BA Downtown $515/mo -3BR/3BA Townhouse $800/mo 3BR/2BA near SFCC $925/mo Over 30+ Private Homes Available! Call Today: 371-2118 4-20-50-2 *3 BLOCKS TO UF* 2BR/1 BA Duplex. Hardwood floors, W/D,$535/mo 375-8256 4-20-47-2 GAINESVILLE'S FINEST LIVING Luxury 3/3 & 4/4's from only $370/bdrm includes extended cable, water/sewer, 24 hr gym, Free Tanning SPRING & SUMMER SPECIALS Call the Landings at 336-3838 4-20-44-2 NEWLY RENOVATED Affordable, Quiet living HUGE 1& 2BR Pool Skylights 1.5 miles to UF Furn Avail 377-7401* 4-20-44-2 Very clean condo 2BR/2.5BA, 5 min to UF, 10 min to Shands, cent AC, DW, W/D, cable, internet, pool, $800/mo Separate leases ok. 352-472-9778, 305-299-3485, sbayer@bellsouth.net 4-6-30-2 Living it up!! Luxury style!! 1 & 2 BR, Private patios, walking distance to UF, next to Sorority Row, Alarm, pets OK, W/D, HUGE bdrs & walkin closets. "Walk to UF" Call 372-7111 4-20-35-2 DEAL OF A LIFETIMEII! 3BR/3BA ONLY $365/PERSON FREE cable w/HBO/SHOWTIME, Alarm Gated* 24 hr gym* FREE Tanning* Close to UF Leasing for NOW and FALL 377-2777 4-20-35-2 *Sorority Row Area* 1940's vintage stone 2BR/1 BA apt. Beautiful hardwood floors. $675/mo 375-8256 4-2031-2 *8 Blocks to UF* Huge 2BR/1BA apt. Best deal in town. Starting at $550.mo 375-8256 4-20-30-2 *Sorority Row Area* Cute 2BR/1 BA brick duplex behind Norman Hall. $650/mo 375-8256 4-20-30-2 HISTORIC HOUSES DOWNTOWN 1 BRs & 2.5BRs. $275-700/mo Progressive thinkers preferred. View at: www.pleasantstreet.net 4-20-31-2 ENORMOUS 3BR Avail for Current and Fall Fool 'Tennis Cts 1.5 Mi 2 UF Ind lease, Furn & Util Avail Great Specials 377-7401 4-20-31-2 Available Now Blocks from UF Duplex, 2BR/1BA, fenced yard, $615/mo HOUSE 3BR/2BA, W/D, $1175/mo (Pets oh) Call Carol @ 377-3852 4-20-31-2 *FALL* Blks from UF 0 Houses 0 Duplexes 0 Apts (Managed by owner) See www.Dalyproperties.com for listings or call Carol at 377-3852. 4-20-31-2 AVAILABLE NOW! NEW 3BR/2BA house 2 car garage in brand new subdivision close to UF & SFCC. All appliances $1300/mo negotiable based on length of lease. Call 215-9987 4-20-30-2 3BR/1.5BA HOUSE Lg screen back pch, Ig back yard, close to downtown, W/D, $900/ mo. Avail May 1st. Call (office) 377-1071 or (cell) 262-7174 ask for Brian 4-20-30-2 Avail now 3BR/2BA HOUSE. 2120 NW 55th Terrace. Tile firs, Berber carpet, all appliances incl. Privacy fenced-in yard. $1050/mo. Call 215-9987 4-20-30-2 TOP QUALITY -GREAT LOCATIONS Upscale 1 & 2 BR apts. 1 block to campus on north & east sides. Year leases avail. Begin summer or fall. No pets. K&M Properties 372-1509 4-20-30-2 2BR/1BA apt mins from campus, Shands. 35% off for summer only lease. Spacious, repainted, new carpets & new appliances. Beautifulbackyard. $950/mo. Call Anthony 337-1330 4-11-22-2 Space & Value! 3 and 4 bedrooms Tennis, b-ball, monitored alarm Pets welcome, free uf parking Ceramic tile, dishwasher, pool Open wknds, Call 376-4002 4-20-29-2 Avail May: Several units w/in .5 mi of UF campus or closer. Eff $300-310, 1BR/1BA $395-$415, 2BR/2.5BA $725, 2BR/1BA $700. Sec dep, NS, no pets. Contact sor20@yahoo.com or lv mssg 352-870-7256 4-20-28-2 WE HAVE UPN Sun Bay Apts 376-6720 4-20-28-2 Be near everything at The Oaks Start at $525 for 1 bdrm, $675 for 2 bdrm, & $825 for 3 bdrm Remodels Available! Call for move in specials today at 331-8836! 4-12-20-2 Hampton Oaks brand new lux. apts. behind Oaks Mall. 2 bdrms start at $850/mo & 3bdrm at $1200/mo w/move-in special of up to 2 mo FREE rent! Call 333-8643 today! 4-12-20-2 Luxurious Victoria Station Twnhse. Walk to Butler. 2BR/2.5BA. W/D, alarm, pool, free ethernet. Bus rt in front every 15 mon. $850/ mo NEGOTIABLE. Avail Aug 2005. Cell 2224235 4-20-25-2 Downtown garage/studio apt on bus rtes, biking to campus walk to downtown off street parking include H20. $330/mth 1st, last, dep. Call 373-6551 leave message 4-6-11-2 University Terrace West 4/4 Individual Leases New Carpet & Paint Furnished Living Area W/D, Pool $395/mo Us/ton Properties 373-7578 4-20-24-2 University Terrace Gainesville 4/4 Individual Leases Completely Refurbished Furnished Living Area W/D, Pool $405/mo Union Properties 373-7578 4-20-24-2 Walking Distance to UF 1433 NW 3rd Avenue 2BR 1.5BAW/D h/up 3 units available in quad $775/mo Union Properties 373-7578 4-20-24-2 Victoria Station Off SW 35th Place Like New Townhouse 2BR 2.5BAW/D, Pool $825-850/mo Union Properties 373-7578 4-20-24-2 Vacation with US! Resort style living. RTS BUS service @ your door! 2/2 or 4/4 ALL inclusive; hi-speed int. HBOs, UTILITIES FREE maid serve. Gated! Going fast. Call now 271-3131 420-23-2 2BR IBA Apts $515-525/mo 5 Blks to UF 840 Sq Ft 829 SW5th Avenue, St. CroixApts Central H &Air, inclds wtr, swg, pst ctrl, garbage. Call Merrill Management inc. 372-1494 4-7-14-2 ** 2BR 2.5 BA ** Brighton Park-Condo Beautiful end unit townhome, W/D, DW, alarm, pool, -1200 sq ft Many extras. Bus rt SW 34 St No smoking unit. Avail Aug $825 214-3820 4-20-20-2 ISABELLA PARK 1BR/1BA in 2BR/2.5BA townhome. W/D, DW, eat-in kitchen, SW Archer & 34th St. area. 336-7097. Grad/prof preferred. Lease option. Furnish option. 4-20-20-2 *WALK TO UF* Historic home in great neighborhood. 3BR/ 2BA, hd wd floors, tile, W/D, deck. Cute, clean, no dogs. 1112 NW 4th Ave 871-8280. $1250/mo 4-8-11-2 **HISTORIC VICTORIAN APT** 10 blocks to UF. Quaint 1 BR/1 BA apt. w/ wd firs, fans, hi ceiling, Pets Ok. Avail Aug 1st $450/mo 225 SW 3rd Ave. Call 376-2184 4-7-10-2 INDIVIDUAL LEASES AVAILABLE NOWAND FALL SEASON Convenient UF access $325 to $575 Action Real Estate Services 352-331-1233 4-20-18-2 ROCKWOOD VILLAS avail Aug 1, 2005. 3BR/3BA townhouse. Incl W/D, great bus rt to UF. $1100/mo. Call Donna 352-339-3250 4-20-19-2 Apartments & Houses Studio to 5BR+ Most within 2 miles of campus! Campus Realty 692-3800 propertymanager@campusrealty.org 5-31-25-2 Brandywine large 2BR/2BA partially furn, sec sys, NS, No pets $650/mo Lease required 86-330-5274, 352-373-3418 4-8-10-2 AUGUST RENT FREE Bring your deposit by April 16 Large 2BR, Close to UF & SFCC Short term leases Avail. Open Sat. Ventura Apartments 1902 SW 42nd Way 352-376-5065 4-11-10-2 Fall rentals, walk to campus, 2BR/2BA $500, sign lease now, move in Aug. Edbaurmanagement.com 1731 NW 6th St. 375-7104 ex 355 4-11-10-2 LIVE STUDY PLAY Luxury 3BR/3BA Townhomes Free Cable w/ HBO/Sho, Tan, 24 hr gym, Aerobics, WID, Gated, Pet Friendly, Alarms The Laurels, 335-4455 4-20-1 6-2 LARGE 1BR APT Hardwood floors, ceiling fans, new appliances & upgrades. Beautiful wooded lot. Close to shopping & UF. Water, sewer included. $395/mo. Call 352-373-5295 4-8-7-2 DUCKPOND AREA HOUSE Avail Aug 1st. Large 4BR/2.5BA, W/D, hardwood floors, fireplace, glassed in porch, utl bldg etc. Bike to campus. $1400/mo, $350/per person. ist, last, dep. 352-466-0165 4-13-10-2 Three 4BR HOUSES & 1&2BR APTS. Spacious, efficient homes biking distance to campus. Remodeled, Ig fenced yards. Lots of extras. Available now & fall. Call for details. $475-1225/mo. 352-372-4768 6-30-29-2 Oakbrook near Arby's on SW 16th Ave. 2Br/1BA spacious porch/living room. $900$. Biven's Arm on 13th 1BR/1BA $600$ Call 386-365-7105 or 365-7822 email: unstable-ping@hotmail.com 4-13-10-2 1BR 1BA 1Blk to UF! 1218 SW 3rd Avenue Wood Floors, Window A/C, $400/mo Call Merrill Management Inc. 372-1494 4-7-5-2 2BR IBAApts 1 Block to UF New Carpet, Window A/C, Nat Gas Ht 1210 SW 3rd Avenue $540/mo Call Merrill Management Inc 372-1494 4-7-5-2 3BR 1 BA Home with wood floors Central H & Air, Washer/Dryer Hkups 1100, sq.ft. $725/mo, Off NE 16th Ave. 1050 NE 13th Place: Call Merrill Management Inc. 372-1494 4-7-5-2 1BR IBA Apts 1 Blk to UF! $460/mo 1236 SW 4th Ave. Grad l Apts Central H & Air, Carpet, IncIds Water, swg, pest control & garbage Call Merrill Management Inc. 372-1494 4-7-5-2 1 Room Studio, with full kitchen. $450/mo Across from Stadium. Newly Remodeled. Tile Fldors, Screened Porch, Great Location. Avail in May. 1806 1/2 NW 2nd Ave. Merrill Management Inc 372-1494 4-7-5-2

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 20050 ALLIGATOR, 15 For Rert ForRent For Rent unfurnished unf-urnished unfurnished WI0010a$ e 2BR 1BA Apt, 1 Block to UF, Central H & Air, Tile Floors 1236 SW 1st Ave. $585/mo Call Merrill Management Inc. 372-1494 4-7-5-2 0 HOUSES 0 359-2000 2BR 1 BA $595 1953 NW 31st P1. 2BR 1 BA $595 431 SE 7th St. 4-20-14-2 Available Summer & Fall Studios & 1 BRs $350 to $750 2BRs & 3BRs $425 to $850 Gore-Rabell Real Estate, Inc. 378-1387 www.gore-rabell.com 8-23-41-2 Absolutely perfect 3BR/2BA in Millhopper. Convenient to UF & shopping. Huge yard, remodeled interior, wd firs. Truly great house W/D hkups. No dogs. Prof or grads pref. 2006 NW 36th Terr. $999/mo 215-7199 4-20-14-2 Adorable 2BR/1.5BA cottage on bus line. W/D hkups. No dogs. 2943 NW 6th St. $640/ mo. 215-7199 4-20-14-2 DUCKPOND Historic house, hd wd firs, Ig front porch, lots of charm. Studio & 1 BR avail. 306 NE 6th St. $400-500/mo. Call 379-4952 4-20-14-2 LIVE IN THE DUCKPOND! Avail May 1 or 2 BRs in 3BR/1BA house. Quiet street. MUST LOVE DOGS. Lease length neg. Can furn. Call Annie 352-2841686 4-8-6-2 Huge 1BR/1BA apt. Great dog home. Huge shared courtyard. Has everything, huge walk-in closet. Screened porch, good security. Avail 5/1. Rent neg 386-212-5502 4-7-5-2 TAYLOR SQUARE Apts and townhouses 621 SW 10th St. Gainesville Walk to UF Behind Norman Hall Brand new leasing for fall Contact 352-332-2097 4-8-5-2 2BR/2.5BA, 2-story townhouse in Haystacks. Quiet area. W/D inc. Pets welcome. Available now. $700/mo Call 727-647-7908 4-8-5-2 1 BR/1BR at Pine Rush. Pool. Laundry Room. Quiet area. $429/mo with 1st month FREE. No security deposit. Call 692-4352 4-8-5-2 3/2 HOUSE, 1550 sq ft, large corner lot, den w/fireplace, W/D hkup inside, oversized 1 car garage/workshop. $895/mo 906 NE 19th Place. Call 352-373-4311 http: //74674.rentclicks.com 4-8-5-2 Spacious 1BR/1BA house w/large garage space in Duckpond. Newly renovated, brand new energy efficient appliances incl W/D, thankless water heater, cent AC/H, shed, wd firs, new paint. Call for appt. 352-336-2189 4-8-5-2 HOUSE 2BR/1BA $695/mo. W/D, cent H/ AC, 2.5 mi North of UF. Call 352-214-1722 4-20-13-2 2 BEDROOM -MOVE IN TODAY! Only $530 -540 month! Great Pools Pets Welcome! D Walk to UF & Shands 372-7555 Open wkends! 4-20-12-2 ***BRAND NEW*** 2BR/2.5BA luxury townhouse, 1200 sq ft, big bedrms, huge living rm & kitchen. Everything is new! 5 min to UF. Avail Aug $975 352-4475795, cell 422-2967 4-20-13-2 3BR/2BA house close to UF campus. Avail Aug 1st, tile floors, new kitchen, large fenced yard, cent AC, $1125/mo. Drive by 3423 NW 1st Ct. Call Marty 514-2855 4-20-13-2 FALL & SUMMER ARE HERE! Contact us for a complete listing www.TuringtonRealEstate.com Carl Turington Real Estate, Inc. 372-9525 4-8-5-2 DUCKPOND historic home, 3 big BR, 3BA, wood floors, W/D, greenhouse, 2,500 sq ft, $1350 + until, 15 min bike ride to UF, 820 NE 5th Ave. 335-8874 4-8-4-2 *SPYGLASS* Ask About Our Move-In Specials & Giveaways Individual Leases: Furniture Packages, Incl Washer/Dryer, FREE Hispeed Internet; Every Unit is an End Unit -Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-3 701 SW 62nd Blvd 373-6330 www.spyglassapts.com 4-20-12-2 "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers" LAKEWOOD VILLAS Ask About Our Move In Specials & Giveaways Large 1, 2 & 3 bdrm Floor Plans; Furniture Packages Inc. Washer/Dryer; Workout Rm, Tennis Court; Swimming Pool; Sauna etc. Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat 10-3 700 SW 62nd Blvd 371-8009 www.akeWoodvilllas.com 4-20-12-2 1 BR/1BA Loft $513/mo. Bridgelight complex avail May 1, No deposit, just move in. Option to stay after August, sign new lease at same rate. 813-679-0053 4-14-8-2 CONVENIENT NW 3BR HOME Close to everything. Updated w/new appliances. 1400 sq ft, W/D hk-ups. Quiet. $850/mo. Available now. 820 NW 29th Pl. Call 2149270 4-20-12-2 *1 BLOCK TO UF* Avail July orAug 1st. 2BR/2.5BA townhouse, W/D, DW, monitored sec sys. Pets ok. $925/ mo. Call Todd 472-1286 4-11-5-2 2 BLOCKS TO STADIUM 1BR duplex $575 1BR, fireplace $490 MILL RUN 2BR, pool $500 Call 335-4790 or 514-1913 4-12-5-2 4BR/2BA DUCKPOND HOME -Wood floors, spacious, quiet. $1050/mo 714 NE 12th Ave. Call Jeffrey at 246-5801 4-20-11-2 Beautiful Hisoric Home, wood floors, high ceilings, 3-4BR/2BA, large fenced yard $1400/mo ($1250/mo for 2 yr lease) Downtown location near UF. Avail May 1st. Call Tom at 262-6423 4-20-11-2 2BR townhouse; 7209 SW 45th Pl. $500/ mo, $500 sec dep. No pets. 386-462-0994 4-20-11-2 2BR/1.5BA Condo in Casablanca East. Newly remodeled w/tile floors, W/D incl, pool, quiet area, on bus rt, close to UF/Shands, no pets, $800/mo. Avail May 16th. 352-2465958 4-20-11-2 *VERY NEAR UF* 0 3BR/1BA, $760 0 1BR/1BA, $460 0 Lg 1 BR $500 Call 377-2930 4-12-5-2 1BR w/pvt. Gated courtyard. Small quiet complex located.at 3320 SW23rd St. Starting @ $385/mo. Pets arranged. Call 377-2150. Please leave a message. 4-20-11-2 -m C jubease Apartments Sublets & Roommates All areas. Stu, 1 & 2 Bdrm; $400-1500 Short-Long & Furn-Unfurn 1-(877) FOR-RENT (367-7368) WWW.SUBLETCOM 4-20-71-3 WALK TO CLASS! $250/mo Nom d Aug7Courtyards 352-328-6967 all included! 2-27-3-3 LOOKING FOR A BARGAIN? Bid on a sublease. call 866-837-1309 or visit www.SubleaSeauCtiOn.Com 5-19-43-3 EMERGENCY SUMMER SUBLEASE 2BR/2.5BA townhouse 2 blocks to UF. May Aug $900/moB060 352-266-8475 4-20-13-3 LUXURY APARTMENT 5 min walk to UF/sorority row, bus, F roommate. Avail May-July. ALL utils incl. Furn, ethernet, gym, pool. $400/mo 786-246-3049 4-7-20-3 1BR/1BA w/W/D hkups, avail 4/29/2005 $525/mo, located in quiet condominium community of Rustic Springs. 1923 NW 23rd Blvd, Apt #122. Josh 317-8776 4-13-20-3 4BR/2BA Avail 5/1 -8/1. 1, 2, 3 or 4 BR @ $415/ea Unfurn. 1 block from Criser. Please call Ashley 772-201-6158 4-7-15-3 Campus Club summer sublease: 1 F in 3BR. $375/mo includes all utilities, cable, ethernet, maid service, 1st stop on bus 12, Option to renew. Call 954-559-8470 ASAP 4-13-19-3 Now/Summer sublease 1/1 in 4/4 utilities + wash/dry + ethernet + cable + full furnish + pool view = DARN GREAT DEAL ONLY $375/month 352-258-3542 4-20-24-3 *@@WALK TO CLASSOOO 1/1 in 2/1 house behind Norman Hall Great location and very cheap. Avail April 25. Call 262-7200 4-8-15-3 Room for summer sublease A, B or C in a beautiful new house. Room is spacious. Huge backyard w/pool. Pets welcome. Rent $450!! MUST see!! Everything included. 786367-7749 4-20-22-3 2BR sublet avail anytime in April @ The Exchange.Call Hillary @ 407-928-1315 **Call for move-In incentives!** 4-12-15-3 1 BR/1BA in 2BR/2BA apt avail May 1st -Aug 10th at Melrose Apts W/D, utils, ethernet + cable incl in rent. Fully furn. Call Korinne at 305-905-0712 4-12-15-3 Royal Village 1-4 BR avail.All summer Walk to campus, great pool New furniture & carpet, $400/mo includes all, Call 407-310-3957 4-6-11-3 Campus Lodge apts. POOLSIDE 1/1 in 2/2 other room vacant. May-Aug. w/option to renew. $450/mo furnished, all utils + internet, W/D, Call 352-871-3117 4-7-12-3 Campus Lodge Apts. May rent free. Everything included. $415/mo. From May through August. Call 561-906-5040 4-6-10-3 HUGE ROOM FOR SUBLEASE 1BR in 4BR/2BA house in College Park. Huge walkin closet,BRood floors, W/, walk to campus, furn common areas. Avail May-Aug $370/mo 739 NW 20th St. 352-219-4911 4-6-10-3 2 rooms available May 1-July 31 in 4/2 house close to law school. $350/mo (plus utils) OBO. Email ceresiqu@ufl.edu or call 850510-4063 or 352-328-4633 4-7-10-3 Summer sublease I1BR in 3BR house on NW 36th St. W/D, wood floors, w or w/out furn. .Avail May 30th. $325/mo + utils. Call 352281-1337 4-7-10-3 1BR/1BA RIGHT ACROSS FROM UF. Available May 1st w/option to renew. $445/ mo. Call 813-624-2946 4-6-9-3 **THE EXCHANGE** Rent May-Aug $469/mo price NEG. Pool view, utils incl, female, 1BR/1BA in 4BR/4BA. Call 352-262-7887 4-8-11-3 Summer sublease available -WINDSOR HALL 2 blocks from campus. 1BR suite $600 utils incl. Laundry room, swimming pool, cable, ethernet. Call 516-650-4037 5-24-24-3 Luxurious two-story poolside apt. 3BR/3BA, W/D, free tanning spa & gym, no parking decals $1,114/month plus utilities. Leave a message @ 262-8341 4-6-8-3 Summer sublease avail 5/6-7/31. 2BR/1BA, $450/mo, furn/unfurn, free cable/hs internet, walk to UF, live alone or w/someone. Call Stephanie 804-512-3913 4-8-10-3 1 BR/1BA in 4BR/4BA $340/mo, pvt BA, W/D, furn, all utils incl, ethernet, cable, lease from May-Aug, 1st mo 1/2 off. Great Deal! Call 305-469-3372 4-8-10-3 Walk 2 class. Summer Sub. Huge 1 BR/1BA, pool, W/D, walk-in closet, cable internet @ Museum Walk. $300 price neg. Call 941-2387118 4-8-10-3 $240/mo SUMMER SUBLEASE + 1/3 UTIL 3BR/2BA Boardwalk Apt. Call PK 954-682-5979 or call 904-705-1689 4-8-9-3 Reduced $450 @ The Exchange Furnished 1 BR/1BA in 2/2 Kitchen, living room, porch, W/D, Now available. Female please. 772-473-0560. 4-12-10-3 COUNTRYSIDE APT 1 BR/1BA in a 4BR/4BA apt, utils, cable, W/D, dishwasher, FURNISHED. $400/mo OBO. Availabel 5/1 727-656-8207 4-19-15-3 SUMMER SUBLEASE 2 rooms avail May 1st in a 4BR/2BA house. Rent $355/mo + 1/4 utils. W/D, cable modem internet, 2 blocks from campus. Call 352-213-3112 4-20-16-3 Sublease SPYGLASS apt May to July 31. 1 BR/1 BA in 2 BR/2 BA apt. $450/mo OBO everything incl. Fun roommate. Call Katie S. 352-213-5425 4-12-10-3 Summer sublease avail. 3 blocks to campus. Fabulous location! 1 BR in 2 BR/1 BA. $260/ mo + 1/2 utils. Call 813-368-6801 or email tenessa@ufl.edu 4-12-10-3 $400/mo NEGOTIABLE. The Landings 11 FT x 14 FT bedroom. Everything included. Free tanning, sports courts, poolhouse, Summer. Furniture available. 954-290-8087 4-12-10-3 $299/mo + utils. 1BR availin 2BR townhouse in Mill Run for summer. $250/mo. W/D, wireless internet, fully furnished. Pets allowed. 262-2814 4-12-10-3 Lexington May thru Aug sublease 1BR/BA in 4BR/BA. Includes util, furn, pool, appliances, bus rt. $900 whole summer. Call Jose 561317-5603, jramos@ufl.edu 4-13-10-3 THE EXCHANGE 1/1 in 2/2 May, June, July. $325/mo incl util, cable i-net, W/D, male, furs, gated, bus rt. Call Hank 904-556-614,i or 904-491-4574 (Steve) 4-20-15-3 Female sublease at Courtyards. 1 bedroom in 4/2 townhouse on 13th. All furn & util included; $399/mo negotiable. Sec dep & 1st mo rent free, 514-6408 or murraymd@ufl.edu. 4-20-15-3 Sublease @ The Exchange 1BR/1BA in 3BR/3BA, fully furn, utils incl. $350/mo, avail May-Aug, call Will 786-247-1177 4-6-5-3 SUMMER SUBLEASE at University Club. 1 BR/i BAin 4BR/4BA apt. $360/mo, icl utia, cable, ethernet, furn, W/D & more. Call 786423-0445 4-6-5-3 1BR/1BA in 4BR/4BA for May-July 31st. W/D, full bed, biggest BR in apt. $325/mo. Two bus routes, 12and 35, quiet roommates, University Terrace. Call Ken @ 239-2460683 4-6-5-3 10 SECOND WALK T"UF Looking GlassApts. Summer sublease $450/ mo negotiable. Drew 561-339-1219 4-6-5-3 Summer Sublease 1BR in 3BR/2.5BA Greenwich Green Apts. $350/mo + 1/3 util. Avail. 5/1-7/31. Call 407-383-0843 4-6-5-3 SUMMER SUBLEASE @ THE EXCHANGE 1BR/1BA in 3BR/3BR NO DEPOSIT, RENT NEGOTIABLE. Furn, everything incl. Other 2 rooms also avail. Great location. Call Amy @ 352-494-2832, g8ergurl@ufl.edu 4-7-6-3 2BR/2BA Oxford Manor $363 each. Negotiable. W/D, podl, weight room, tanning, 3 bus rts, furniture avail. Call 239-671-3148 or 561-635-8671 4-7-5-3 4BR/4BA avail May -Aug in Campus Lodge. Very negotiable w/ price & rental time. VERY CLEAN! Call 561-251-8842 4-7-5-3 University Commons May-Aug Fully furnished 1BR in 4BR/2BA $295/mo. Aug rent FREE. Call 813-966-8324 4-7-5-3 4 BLOCKS TO UFl 1BR/BA avail May -Aug. Fully furn a! utils included + internet, W/D, balcon/ pool. Rent negotiable 352-262-6824 mferro14@ufl.edu 4-7-5-3 GAINESVILLE PLACE $350/mo 1/1 in 4/4 May -Aug. Furn, all utils incl Female only. Call Camille 407-970-8537 4-7-5-3 Gainesville Place Apts for summer sublease 1BR/1BA avail in 2BR/2BA all utils, cable internet, incl. Fully furn. Close to campus 2 bus stops on prop. Call 386-566-8046 anytime. 4-7-5-3 SUBLEASE 4/14-8/14, 2BR/2.5BA. Many amenities inc. 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16, AIIGATOR 0 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 L s ubleases Subleases Roommates Roommates Gainesville Place 1BR/BA Fully furnished, all utilizes included, on 3 bus routes. Lots of amenities! Avail. May -Aug. Rent negotiable! 814-57.-4091 4-7-5-3 Summer Sublease May -July 31. Furn 1 BR/ 1BA in 3BR/3BA at Hidden Lake. $510/mo incl WID, ethernet, gym, pool, tanning bed & cable. On bus route 8. Call 904-622-6263 4-14-10-3 Summer sublease at University Glades 1BR/1BA in 3BR/3BA. Huge walk-in closet! Furnitus optional. Price negotiable. Call 954-529-5223 4-7-5-3 1BR/1BA avail May-Aug. Aug free. $400/ mo fully furnished, ethernet, utilities, cable included. Rent neg. Call 727-433-1607 414-10-3 ROYAL VILLAGE APT. For only $350/month + 1/4 electric! 1BR in a 4BR/2BA. Females only. Available NOW! Call 561-234-9220 4-7-5-3 DOWNTOWN sublease May/June/July Arlington Sq. w/pool -1 min to clubs 1 BR w/bath in 3BR townhouse Other roommates away for summer Now ONLY $450/mo 352-222-7797 4-1410-3 GET YOUR OWN APT! Lg 1 BR/BA in Picadelli. Avail Now -July 31st. Great location, close to everything. $500/mo 352-514-5296 4-8-5-3 1 BR apt avail May -July. 5 min walking dist to UF. Gated porch. Ideal for pets. Trees give shade & privacy. WID & pool onsite. Walk-in closet. 904-874-3887 4-8-5-3 Students Attention, are you interested in an apartment with a view? Wake up every morning to the Gainesville skyline. $459/mo. Contact me to sublease. A plus: utilities included 379-9126 4-8-5-3 2BR/1BA HOUSE. W/D incl, hd wd floors, lots of space, walking distance to campus. Sublease 1 room or both. Avail end of Apr t Aug 14th. Call 256-6714 4-8-5-3 1BR im:arnpus Lodge, fully furn, pvt bathroom, all utils incl. vaulted ceilings, valued at $519/mo Subleasing for $375/mo from May 1st -mid Aug. Call Joy 786-210-9453 4-15-10-3 1BR spacious apt in Duckpond 5 min from UP. Responsible grad or professional pref. Avilable mined. $400. Call 917-612-5173. 4-6-3-3 Summer sublease at Hidden Lake. 1 of 2BR/ 2BA. Call Jessica @ 863-860-7270 for more info. 4-15-10-3 Very cheap rent. Huge house 2 blks from campus. 2BRs avail. Indiv lease avail. Avail May 1st to Aug. Call 954-260-4377 Michelle for more info, or Jenny 407-493-4049 4-85-3 F sub wanted for summer 1 bed/pvt bath. Gainesville PlaceApt. $440 or neg. May-July all util incl. New w/gym, 2 pools, park. Off Archer Rd. busstop in complex. 727-4880882 4-8-9-3 1 rm in house $285 mo,+ uitl & cbl 3 mo sublese first mo free, great loc off 34th st. Wash/dry quiet area. 352-375-1353 4-20-12-3 1 or 2BR avail for summer sublease in 3/2.5 townhouse. Walking distance to Butler Plaza & 1 mi to UF. Avail, furn or unfurn, WID. Call Ciliff at 561-252-0819 4-20-12-3 May toqAug. $380 is all you pay! Util, wireless, furn incl. Free tanning, pool, hottub, fitness center, comp lab, tennis, bus route 352-246-3743 4-18-10-3 WALK TO CLASS 1BR/1BA next to pool & laundry, walk-in closet, outdoor patio, COLLEGE PARK $500/mo. Call Derek 352219-9073, derek34786@aol.com 4-11-5-3 Female only roommate for summer sublease. 1,5 mi Hidden Lake Apt 1 BR/1 BA spacious, W/D incl. Pets allowed. For more information. Call Maegan 352-745-2377 4-11-5-3 University Glades Sublease!! SUMMER: May -Aug. Price neg. BR w/personal bath in 3/3 apt. Inci all util. Furniture avail. Call Stacey 352-336-1968 4-20-12-3 LIVE WITH YOUR FRIENDS!! ALL rooms in furnished 3/3 townhouse Huge bedrooms/closets, 2 balconies, free tan/cable, courts, pool, gated May -August, $1170/mo 727-743-7240 4-11-5-3 Sublease room May -July 31st. The Laurels. $265/mo + 1/3 utils & cable. Call Megan 321917-9417 4-11-5-3 $225/mo, SUMMER SUBLEASE + 1/3 utils, in 3BR/2BA, Aspen Ridge Apt. Please call 813-690-0215 4-11-5-3 CAMPUS LODGE APT for sublease May to Aug only $350/mo (regular $510/mo) incl everything from furn to elec. Pvt BA, vaulted ceilings, poolside. Many upgrades. Call Nick 954-663-1530 4-11-5-3 SUMMER SUBLEASE 2 rooms @ University Commons 4/2 apt. $385/mo each. Incl util & cable. Avail now -Aug. Call 954-895-0884 or 904-377-9346 CLOSE TO UF. 4-11-5-3 ***SUMMER SUBLEASE*** June-Aug 4BR/4BA, 1 room open, furnished, utilites paid, washer/dryer, dishwasher, bus rt 12/35, internet. $300 negotiable 246-4330 4-11-4-3 Cheap lease! 2BR/2BA avail in 4BR/4BAfem apt. $350/mo incl utils, furn, cable, wireless. Bus routes 9 & 35 near Archer & 34th. Call 954-242-0966 4-7-2-3 ARLINGTON SQUARE $220/mo 1BR/1BA in 2BR/2BA townhome. 1/2 util, cable, internet. May 1 thur July 31. 352-5143640 4-20-11-3 2BR apt 1123 SW 5th Ave. 1 blk from UF. Large living space available for sublease now!!!! through Juoly 31st. Hardwood floors, new central air + heat. $650/mo NickBrogan@yahoo.com 4-7-2-3 IMMEDIATE SUBLEASE $250molutils for 1 BR in 3BR/2BA w W/G in Rocky Point. Call 772-285-3472 4-12-5-3 Museum Walk Apt for Summer 1/1 in 2/2 townhouse near campus. Fast bus rt, pvt balcony, walk-in closet, furn. W/D, pets ok. $380/mo + utils. Call 239-229-7218 4-12-5-3 $450. Female roommate for a sublease May -July 31st at Hidden Lake. Includes ALL utilites, cable, internet. Furnished, washerdryer. Contact Leanna at 585-802-1548 4-20-11-3 1BR/1BA luxury apt. Sublease until end of summer. Cathedral ceilings, W/D, balcony, etc. Call for price. 786-402-1175 or rdboyri e@coraltrucking.com 4-20-11-3 Available immediately. 1BR/1BR in 3BR house. Close to campus. W/D, great roommate. $0 down, $340/mo. negotiable. Call Tim. 727-642-0136. 4-20-11-3 lbdrm available in 3 bdrom starting May. No roommates. Unfurnished room, furnished apt. Must be clean. $310/mo for 3 mos. Call Cristy 305-586-8570 4-12-5-3 Spyglass sublease avail May-July 31. 1BR/ 1BA fully furnished, all utilities included. $750/mo neg kep sec dep. Call 352-3777563 or email ccampise@ufl.edu. 4-20-11-3 Laurels sublease! May 1 -Aug 7. Huge 1 BR/ IBA in a 3/3 T/H. Private balcony, walk-in closet gym, tanning bed, gated community. All furniture for sale! Call 378-9597. 4-12-5-3 *DUCKPOND* Sublease May & June. Huge room in historic Victorian home. $3151 mo, 3 blocks from downtown. 377-2373 4-20-11-3 University Commons Apts. Need male or female to move into complex. April 20 -August 20. Please call 352-514-2326 4-12-5-3 APRIL RENT FREE Fully furn 1 BR/1 BA at Melrose Student Suites. Avail now -Aug 15 (Aug Rent Free) $350/mo. Call John 813-758-2471 4-12-5-3 $200/mo OFF! Campus Lodge Apts. Furn pvt BR/BA $350/mo May -Aug w/option to renew. Incl everything + interent + W/D. Near UF. Call Kelly 954-691-8944 4-12-5-3 Sublease @ The Exchange 1BR/1BA in 3BR/3BAAvail May thru Aug. Price reduction $350/mo OBO. Fully fuirriished, utils incl. Call Tiffany 352-303-6130 4-12-5-3 Sublease @ The Exchange 1BR/1BA in 2BR/2BA. Avail May thru Aug. Price reduction $350/mo OBO. Fully furnished utils incl Call Edward 352-256-1890 4-12-5-3 1 BR/1 BA atp, 620 sq ft, private courtyard, W/ D avail, May-Aug at Oak Glade. Quiet street, bus to campus, can renew. Tucked away off SW 34th St. Call Ryan 284-1882 4-8-3-3 SUMMER SUBLEASE @ GAINESVILLE PLACE 1BR/1BA in 4BR/4BA. Fully furn, all util incl, + monthly maid svc. May-Aug. $350/ mo MUST RENT. Call Stacy @352-219-2636 or TAP82@aot.com 4-12-5-3 Avail now-Aug 10. Melrose sublet. F roommate for 1pvt BR w/Pvt BA in 2BR apt. kitchen, balcony, W/D, e-net, pol. Close to UF on bus rte., 10 min to SFCC. $509/mo -negotiable. 734-677-6044 4-12-5-3 R oormmate s Roommate Matching HERE Oxford Manor 377-2777 The Landings 336-3838 The Laurels 335-4455 Cobblestone 377-2801 Hidden Lake 374-3866 4-20-71-4 Female roommate for one/two female UF students. Quiet. Resposible. 60 second walk to UF. Old house charm with all amenities. Avail Now, $400 -up. 352-538-2181.Lv message. Private Owner 4-20-71-4 Female roommates wanted brand new 2100 sq ft home. Huge pool, pvt fence, minutes to UF. Internet, HBO cable, sec alarm & utils incl $525/mo.Avail Fall. Call Jacqueline 352395-7462 or 941-780-3526 4-20-71-4 Sublets and Rooms Available All Florida Areas; All Major Cities Browse available Rooms FREE! www.METROROOMMATES.com 1-(877)-For-Rent (367-7368) 4-20-71-4 M/F NS Grad student/professional wanted to rent furn room in gorgeous new house 1.5 mi to Shands. Kitchen, LR, laundry $425+ utils 336-5450 or 954-646-1341 4-20-71-4 GIRLS ONLY 2 rooms one April, one May to July 31. Each w/pvt baths. Cent AC, W/D, cable incl. Internet-ready. $350/mo each: 305-299-3485 Call 352-472-9778 4-6-30-4 Grad, uppperclassman, or prof to share spacious new 3BR/2BA house. Internet & cable incl. Must be neat, clean & responsible. $450 or 425/mo + 1/2 utils. Short or long term avail. 262-3989 4-20-38-4 2BR/1BA SW 5th Ave by Credit Union/ Norman Hall/hospital/buses for city/UF. Laundry/AC/furniture/c-fans. $300 + half until. Quiet/considerate F/M? Call 337-9746 4-12-25-4 Avail May 2 rooms in Ig house, 1 blk from 13th & University, $300 + split util, sec dep, NS, no pets. Contact sor20@yahoo.com or leave message at 352-870-7256 4-20-28-44BR/46A Univ Terr W Condo -Immed Occ -Room rental basis -Perfect for sutednts with or without roommates! $375/mo per rm, utilities & broadband pd, bus to campus! Call 239-537-5100 4-8-20-4 1 Female, responsible, NS, student wanted for 3BR/2BA house. A/C, W/D, pet friendly, close to UF & SFCC, 1st & last mo rent. $300/mo + 1/3 utils. Call Liz 352-339-5463 4-12-20-4 2BR avail in 4BR/4BA condo in Countryside. W/D in apt, 32" TV, walk-in closets, pool, gym, e-net $400/mo incl electric & cable. 1 MONTH FREE W/LEASE 305-944-3600 4-20-26-4 Avail NOW Great location 1BR/1BA in 3BR/ 3BA, Washer and dryer, high spd internet, $308/mo + util. Females only, please call Lauren @ 352-799-3726 Iv message. 412-20-4 Live in luxury above Starbucks & Dragonfly Sushi. Room w/pvt bath avail mins from UF, Hands, etc. Spacious luxury house. Hard wood floors throughout., new appliances. $449/mo. Call Anthony Vargas 337-1330 4-11-22-4 N/S ROOMMATE needed for fall and/or summer for 3BR home near mall. Located in quiet wooded area. $350/mo EVERYTHING INCLUDED. Must love dogs. 352-262-9630 4-8-17-4 **4 BLOCKS TO CAMPUS** Large house w/pool, wood floors, big rooms. 2BRs available Aug 1st. Wireless. $450/mo + utils ea. Corey 904-234-5214 or 352-3739015 4-15-20-4 M/F, NS needed to share 2BR/2.5BA Southfork Oaks townhome. (near Target). Unfurn master BR w/own BA avail. W/D. No pets. $347/mo + 1/2 utils. No lease. Call Evan 335-9714 4-8-12-4 1 Room in 3BR/2BA condo. Avail May 1 for summer & possibly fall. Prefer F, NS. $350/ mo + share utils. W/D incl. Common areas furn. Marchwood Condos -Good location close to UF 813-973-5058 or 352-337-1534 4-6-10-4 Unfurn BR for rent in brand new, spacious condo w/2 female UF students. NW 55th St. Call Lisa for details @ 352-514-1763 4-20-19-4 ROCKWOOD VILLAS 2 ROOMS AVAILABLE PVT BA $425/mo incl all utils, on major bus rt, quiet, comfortable, a place to call home. Call 352-284-2810 for more info. 4-8-10-4 SUMMER SPECIAL Females for 1-2 BR in 3/2 house 3 blocks to UF, Shands, VA. Pets ok, furn opt, Reg $375, avail now $275 + utils & dep. Jen 466-4853 msg. 4-11-11-4 2M roommates needed for 3BR Millpond twnhs fully furn; king beds, hi spd net,cable, WID, pool, near UF, on UF bus rt, $450 & 1/3 util, Chris 407-340-8585 or email csmith3672@aol.com 4-20-18-4 ROCKWOOD VILLAS $350/mo + 1/3 utils. 2BR/2BA avail in 3BR/ 3BA townhouse. Wood floors, washer/dryer, high-speed internet. Call Colleen 954-8575297 4-12-10-4 2 Female Roommates in 4/2 house in quiet NW neighborhood large yard, sunroom. NS/drug. Must be clean and responsible $400 + 1/4 util. Email 123daisy@excite.com 4-12-10-4. Female wanted. Prof, college student, NS, 2BR/1BA 1300 sq ft $380/mo WID, incl. Close to UF & Duckpond. Avail 6/1 Ask for Michelle 813-997-6600 4-12-10-4 2 females looking for a 3rd in a beautiful 3BR/3BA condo located in prime residential area. 15 min from UF. Close to park-n-ride. Large kitchen & living room, patio, intermet, cable TV & W/D, community pool. $450/mo 727-399-0574 4-12-10-4 NS, mature, responsible, upper classman or grad student for own room & bath'in large quiet home only 8 blocks north of campus. Rent incl all utils, WID, wireless & cable. $500/mo 727-433-0229 4-20-16-4 Roommate Wanted: Large 2/1 apartment on 13th next to Norman Hall. $320/mo plus 1/2 utilities, lease from July -July. Female preferred, cool person required. 514-6408 or murraymd@ufl.edu 4-20-15-4 Looking for roommate to rent master BR in nice clean relaxed environment. New wood floors & appliances, no move-in or application fees. $350 + 1/3 utils. Call Ryan 850261-3571 4-6-5-4 Loft BR $250/mo big old house in NW. Remodeled, hardwood firs, new kitchen & baths, great yard, close to UF. Great roommates, DEL, good parking. Stephanie 3719409 4-13-10-4 Female roommate needed for NW 39th -Ave home. $475/mo, all utilities incl, internet, fully furnished, private BR, W/D. Avail. ASAP 8705291 4-6-5-4 Roommate needed for 1BR/1BA in 2BR/ 2.5BA condo on SW 20th Ave. Summer sublease or full year lease, $315/$385/mo. Female only, NS. Call Katherine 262-9588 4-6-5-4 -4BR/2BA HOUSE $450/mo utils incl. Avail now. Furnished. Call 321-438-4295 4-7-5-4 Female Roommates Needed for 3BR/2BA house. Pets welcome! Everything included in $450 rent! Furn available, wireless internet, digital cable, .W/D and much more. Please call Kathryn @ 352-367-9376 or 352-2463553 4-14-10-4 Roommate needed to share beautiful 3/2 house in NW Gainesville. Min to UF. Fully turn, pets welcome. Huge fenced yard, WD, OW Available immediately. Vicky at 386848-5620 4-7-5-4 LUXURY TOWNHOUSE 2BR/2.5BA. W/D, fully furn. (all brand new), pool, gym. F roommate needed. N/S, serious student. $425/mo + 1/.2 utils (free ethernet) lv msg 786-2463049 4-7-5-4 OVERSIZED BEDROOM! Room for 2! Can be furnished/unfurnished. Move avail. 4/4. Located across the St. from campus. Call 941-685-9691 or email csherk10@hotmail.com 4-8-5-4 ARC of Alachua County Male roommate wanted: Nice Man with developmental disabilities is looking to share rent and utilities with roommate in spacious apt, within walking distance of SFCC. Apply in person with HR Department at 3303 NW 83rd St. or call 334-4060 4-8-5-4 Beautiful home in trees on quiet street near UF. Quiet for study. Gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hi-spd DSL internet, cable TV, W/D, cent A/C, Ig yard, cats welcome. $340 + utils. 352-271-8711 4-8-5-4 Room in NW home. $325/mo incl utils & DSL. No pets, mature male non-drinker/ smoker. Avail 5/1/05 (flex) Scott 335-8209 4-15-10-4 M/F NS grad student/prof for room in 3BR/ 2BA house near Vet School & Shands. Lease expires 7/31. $350/mo neg + 1/3 utils. Call Josh 372-0860 4-20-12-4 Avail starting 5/1 Share beautiful 3BR/2BA home on 2 care lot $475/mo utils incl. 850685-0632 4-8-5-4 "Copyrighted Material Syndicated Content Available from Commercial News Providers"

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 U ALLIGATOR, 17 Roommates Real Estate Furnishings etriMtorcycles, ed COBBLESTONE NS roommate for fall to share charming 3/3 townhouse apt. 2 mi from campus on bus rt. Rent $400/mo + utils. Exceptional amenities. Call 352-613-4822 or 310-6007104 4-7-3-4 M/F roommate for 2 rooms in 3/2 house $450/mo everything included, W/D, cable internet, completely furnished. Call Jen at 561-723-7621 4-11-5-4 2 ROOMS OPEN ap. $85/p/S. small apt. one person or 2 $85 p/w one $100. For 2. All full cable W/M. 2 miles out Hawthorn Rd. For details pager 202-7074 or Mess. #376-0384 4-12-5-4. 5 BLOCKS TO UF Own BR/BA in 2BR townhouse. $375/mo + 1/2 utils. W/D, hi-spd internet, M or F. Avail May 1. 305-962-6102 4-20-11-4 10 MIN WALK TO CAMPUS M/F undergrad to share spacious 2BR/2BA on Archer Rd. Clubhouse, pool $300 + 1/2 utils. Avail May. Call Peter 352-871-0471 4-12-5-4 Female Roommate Wanted MILL RUN Condo -SW 20th Available May 5th, 2BR/2.5 BA, on Bus Route, Washer & Dryer, Newly Renovated, Prefer upperclassmen/ grad students. $450 ind utils 904-268-3249 4-12-5-4 2/2 avail in beautiful large house located in quiet neighborhood. Avail for the summer beginning May 1. Call 352-246-4519 or 352376-4421. N/S, neat, preferred. 6-2-19-4 2 Ig BRs in pvt hm w/2 UF students, (MF) 10 win to Shands & UP. $450/mo (inci $50/mo twds utils). W/D, pool & tennis, DSL, cable. No pets. NS, avail after 7/1 &/or 8/15. Call 561-866-7958 4-12-5-4 Females for all rooms in beautiful fully furn Univ Terr 4BR/4BA Walk-in closets. Great location2 bus rts. 1 year lease. $425/mo incl utils, wireless internet, W/D. Bring your friends & call 954-592-0521 4-12-5-4 White Male (DOB 03/30/73); 6'00", 175 lbs, Brown Hair, Brown Eyes Wanted for: 2 Counts of Burglary of a Dwelling. CALACHA COUNTY CRIME Call (352) 372-STOP Sell your house, condo, acreage, mobile home and much more in the ALLIGATOR CLASSIFIEDS! Reach over 24,000 possible buyers! Mastercard and Visa accepted over the phone. Please Call 373-Find Quad-, Tni-, or Duplex in/pvt parking, extra land, 60 sac walk to UF. Eec cond. House 3/4BR, 2BA, wd firs, covered prch, concrete patio, garage/work-shop. Pvt Owner. 352538-2181 Iv mssg 4-20-71-5 NEW COMPANY IN GAINESVILLE looking to buy or lease houses in this area. Any size, price or condition. 352-264-7347 or visit us at www.happygatorhomes.com 4-20-71-5 The Flavor of New Orleans comes to campus. Luxurious St. Charles Condominiums. 1 block to UF. Choose from 2BR/2BA flats, or view the University from your 3BR/3BA townhouse. Prices starting in the $180's 3758256 4-20-71-5 ARE YOU INTERESTED IN PURCHASING A HOUSE OR CONDO NEAR UF? Plenty of properties are available.Call Marc J. Nakieh at Campus Realty 352-235-1576 4-20-68-5 Existing condos & luxury condos near UF at affordable prices. For more information, visit www.matpricerealtor.com or call today Matt Price 352-281-3551 4-6-42-5 HOT STUDENT CONDOS NEAR UF Save Thousandss When You Buy Now. FREE LIST of Great Local Condos. www.UF-Condos.com Campus Realty Group 6-3-40-5 1 BR/1 BA LOFT CONDO ELEGANT BOHEMIAN STYLE, Interior features a customized kitchen, bath & balcony, convi to UP, Shands, VA & mall. Amp. pking. $73,800 352-222-2942 photos.yahoo.com/ dgmatt45 4-20-28-5 Townhouse 3BR/2BA. Close to UF. On bus rt. Quiet location. Dish/W, W/D, tile kitchen, living/dining area. Fenced backyard. Pool. $140,000 352-284-6154 4-20-26-5 Great Homes Near UF STOP Renting. Own Your Home. FREE LIST of Campus Area Homes www.Homes-Near-UF.com Campus Realty Group 6-3-34-5 FOR SALE OR RENT TO OWN -GET READY FOR SUMMER -ADORABLE LAKE HOUSE on spring-fed pvt lake in Keystone Hgts. 2/2, large lot. Avail now. $129,950. Call 379-0619 4-20-20-5 HORSE PROPERTY Lease-to-ownor owner financing. 3BR/ 2.5BA, 2091 sq ft. 3.86 acres, block & stucco, fireplace, $2150/mo + down. Owner licensed realtor Michael Quinones 376-2433 4-20-19-5 BED -King Pillowtop mattress & box springs. Orthopedic rated. Name brand, new, never been used, in plastic with warranty. Sell $230. Call 352-372-8588 Can deliver. 420-71-6 CHERRY SLEIGH BED solid with Piilowtop Mattress & Box. All new still boxed. Cost $1500, sacrifice $550 352-271-5119 4-2071-6 BEDROOM SET. 7pc Cherry, Queen/ king bed, dresser w/mirror, 2 nightstands, chests avail. Dovetail const. New, in boxes. Can deliver. Retail $6500, must sell, sacrifice $1400 (352) 372-7490 4-20-71-6 SOFA & LOVESEAT 100% Italian leather. Brand new in plastic w/warranty. Retail $2650. Sacrifice $750. Call 352-377-9846 4-20-71-6 DINING ROOM Beautiful cherry set w/table, 6 Chippendale chairs, hutch & buffet. New, still in boxes. Retail $5200, sacrifice $1100. Must sell. Can deliver. 352-372-8588 4-2071-6 FUTON Solid oak mission-style frame w/ mattress. Brand new, all unused in box. Sell $199 can deliver. 352-377-9846 4-20-71-6 BedsFull mattress & boxspring sets $49Qn sets $89OSingle sets $39SKing sets $99*From estate sale: Safe pine bunk bed $109. 376-0939/378-0497. Call a Mattress 4370 SW 20th Ave 4-20-71-6 4-PIECE BEDROOM SET Includes: bed, dresser w/attached mirror, nightstand armoire. Sacrifice at $325 OBO. 419-799-9181 Eric 4-7-7-6 FOOSEBALL TABLE Excellent Cond $700 OBO. 372-1138 (afternoon or 378-5524 4-7-5-6 Dresser $35, queen sz bed $60, window AC 8000 BTU $75, 19" color TV $40, dorm fridge sm $40, VHS movie camera $65, lawnmower $60, electric mower $60, musical cuckoo clock $65 Call 335-5326 4-6-2-6 Computers 8-23-170-7 Computer HELP fast! A+ Computer Geek House/dorm 59 min response. No waiting/ unplugging/hassels. $10 Gator Discount. M/F Cert MCSE technicians. 333-8404. www.AComputerGeek.com 8-23-170-7 *G'ville Computer Repair Inc* Service on all PC MAC and Networks 1204 NW 13th St Ste #10 352-337-2500. 4-2071-7 COMPUTER SOLUTIONS, INC. Complete residential & commercial support, CUTE 2BR/2BA CONDO. Quiet neighbornetworking & website development. $45/hr hood conv to mall & UF. End unit. High ceilwww.gainesvillecsi.com 371-2230 4-20-71-7 ings. Loft style master BR w/separate study. $95,500. Call 352-246-1802 4-8-6-5 LAPTOP REPAIR GET IN THE GAME!!! Buy & sell. Looking for quantity for parts. Rental homes SE G'vue. www.pcrecycle.biz 336-0075 4-20-71-7 Positive Cash-Flow, Stable Tenants 34k & 39k "COMPUTER & LAPTOP REPAIRS' www.SE-Rentals.com Network specialists 4-12-5-5 We buy computers and laptops Working and Non-working 378-4009, 607 NW 13th Street a l I Furnishings 4-20-71-7 BED Queen orthopedic firm extra thick pil low-top, mattress & box. Name brand new still in plastic. Sacrifice $150. Call 352-3727490 will deliver. 4-20-71-6 Computer/internet 352.2 BED -FULL SIZE ORTHOPEDIC Pillow-top 4-20-66-7 mattress & box. New, unused, still in plastic w/warranti. Can deliver. Sacrifice $140. Call 352-377-9846 4-20-71-6 MICROFIBER SOFA& LOVESEAT Brand new still packaged w/warranty. Must sell. Can deliver. Retail $2300. Sacrifice $550 352-372-7490 4-20-71-6 GATORNERD.COM -computer/laptop repair networks, wireless, virus -we BEAT all prices! -home/dorm 352-219-2980 4-20-66-7 Save $$ with coupons from the Alligator. DISCOUNT HI-FI 722 S. Main I The Red Bldg WE ARE CHEAPER 4-20-71-8 1993 HONDA NIGHTHAWK Good condition. Great for getting to and from school 11,800 miles. $1300/OBO. Call 2780174 4-20-11-11 $10! TV'S, COMPUTERS, VIDEO GAMES Police Seized! From $10! Info: 800-749OFAST CASH PAID FOR ANY CAROL fORunning or not!* Bicycles NEED HONDA, TOYOTA, PICKUPS U 1OOver 10 yr svc to UF students *Call Don @ 215-7987 4-20-71-12 in the market for a new set of wheels or just looking to add a second to that collection? Want personalized handlebars or a fitted seat? Check in the Alligator Classifieds. NEW & USED BIKES FOR SALE Many to choose from .0 Best Prices in Towni SPIN CYCLE 373-3355 424 W University Ave 4-20-69-9 RED ROAD BIKE $175 OBO Late 80's, Panasonic, 51cm, ex cond, dx1000, w/Shimano components, cro-mo fits 5'4" to 59". Recent tune-up. Please call Nick 871-2755 4-11-5-9 For Sale PARKINGPrivate, Secure, Guaranteed. 60 sec to UF. Reserve now! Reasonable rates. 352-5382181. Can leave muag. 4-20-71-10 PARTY SUPPLIES: Complete line of bar supplies, glassware, beer taps, draft beer equipment. Professional cooking utensils. R.W.Beaty Co. 4322 NW 13th St, Gvlle RWBEATY.COM 376-5939. 4-20-71-10 Come see what's new! GCM thrift shops downtown 238 SW 4th Ave, NW 5001 NW 34th St. Get more bang for your $! New items daily Mon -Sat 378-3654 4-20-43-10 SUNFISH SAILBOAT 14' w/trailer. Good condition. $150 871-7012 4-6-4-10 "College Survival Tips" e-book. Download with credit card or e-check; or pay by check and receive in e-mail. Only $8 at www.realti mepublications.com 4-18-11-10 55 Gallon Saltwater Fish Tank with Stand and Canopy l20lbs of Fiji and Tonga live rock CARS -CARS Buy@Sell@Trade Clean BMW, Volvo, Mercedes Toyota, Honda, Nissan cars 3432 N Main St. www.carrsmith.com CARRSMITH AUTO SALES 373-1150 4-20-71-12 **FAST CASH PAID** For: CARS, TRUCKS, MOTORCYCLES Running or Not 1990 & up only Call Ray 352-284-8619 4-20-71-12 OVER 50 IMPORTS UNDER $10,000 SELECT MOTOR CAR THE YELLOW BUILDING 2715 N MAIN 377-1616 www.selectnotorcar.us 4-20-71-12 Best Cars e Lowest Prices www.39thaveimports.com 4-20-71-1212 *HEADLINERS SAGGING?* **Power windows don't work?** On site available Call Steve 338-5142. 4-20-71-12 SUN CITY AUTO SALES Bring your W2 & drive home today. Cash cars as low as $1000. No credit check. Call now 338-1999 4-20-63-12 SUN CITY AUTO SALES We finance anyone! $2000 discount off finance price. More than 150 vehi Hus in stock. Call 338-1999 Drive today! 4-20-63-12 SUN CITY AUTO SALES All vehicles $0 down & up! Plus +++ 30 day warranty eng & trans. No credit check. Call 338-1999 4-20-63-12 Please contact 904-742-1700 to see 4-12'88 Honda Accord $699 5-10 -86 Buick LeSabre $799 5'88 Toyota Corolla $899 '90 Acura Legend $999 MotorcyclesIMopeds (352) 338-1999 4-2045-12 ** SCOOTERS ** '90 Chevy Lumina Van $1499 RPM MOTORCYCLES INC '93 Chevy Blazer $1499 SALES, SERVICE, PARTS '90 Ford F-150 $2499 Many Brands Available 518 SE 2nd St. '93 Chrysler New Yorker $1999 www.RPMmotorcycles.com 377-6974 (352) 338-1999 4-20-45-12 4-20-71-11 1991 MIATA Swamp Cycles Racing green convertible wtan interior. Electric Bikes, Scooters, and more! Perfect condition. If interested call 379-0619 Prices from $450 with lyr warranty 4-20-20-12 534 SW 4th Ave. 373-8823 www.swampcycles.com 4-20-70-11 2003 LEXUS RX 300 26,800 miles, 2-wheel *NEW SCOOTERS 4 LESS* drive, white, power, leather, nice. $29,900 New location now open 1901 NW 67th Place firm. 213-3943 4-11-5-12 352-336-1271 www.newscooters4less.com Best prices in Gainesville. Owned by Gator 1992 PLYMOUTH SUNDANCE grads. All models & directions avail on webAutomatic, AC, new paint, CD, 83k, $1950. site. 4-20-50-11 Call 352-871-6979 4-20-12-12 ** CASH PAID FOR MOTORCYCLES ** 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Daytona, 2dr, SCOOTERS, DIRT BIKES in ANY condition, V-6 supercharger, AT, leather, sunroof, Bose, Running or Not, Titles orNot. ex condition, $10,400 OBO 35 -264-0325 PROMPT PICK UP. Call ANYTIME 4-13-7-12 352-495-7769 Please leave message 5-24-25-11 ***SOLANO CYCLE*** .1 11 Scooters from $599. Largest section LOCAL ARTIST NEEDS: GOLD, KYMCO, Vento, Hyosung, Keen & many DIAMONDS, GEMS, CLASS RINGS, ETC others. Financing avail. 3550 SW 34th St. TOP CASH $ OR TRADE. OZZIE'S FINE 338-8450 solanocycle.com 8-15-43-11 JEWELRY. 373-9243 4-20-71-13 BMW R60/5 1972 Garage kept 14,000 miles. $1250/OBO Call Classifieds. 665-9381 4-20-14-11 Clasni e Continued on next page.

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18, ALLUGATOR M WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 Wanted Hejep Wted anted HelpWanted HelpWanted On-going VOLUNTEER needed: Blind lady needs trans on Sundays only to Mass @ Queen of Peace Catholic Church or St. Augustine 'Catholic Church. For more info call 219-6948. I live in the Tower Rd area. 4-20-742-13 WANTED: TUTOR NATIVE SPEAKING THAI. For conversational lang lessons. BKK/Central dialect. Flex sched. Call 372-7711 4-7-5-13 Help WantedThis newspaper assumes no responsibility for injury or loss arising from contacts made through advertising. We suggest that any reader who responds to advertising use caution and investigate the sincerity of the advertiser before giving out personal information or arranging meetings e1 the independent florida allig9ator ADVERTISING SECRETARY Enthusiastic, positive attitude, detail oriented, organized individual needed to, coordinate daily office procedures. Must work well under pressure meeting daily deadlines. Possess excellent customer service skills. Duties include some procedural training with a constantly changing student sales staff. Modest salary, good benifits, and excellent working environment. With resume, send cover letter that must include salary requirements for you to be considered for an interview. Send to Assistant General Manager, The Independent Florida Alligator, POB 14257, Gainesville, FL, 32604. No phone calls please. EOE. inthe independent florida alligattor Evern-'g Newpaper Production Applications are now being accepted for editorial production at the Independent Florida Alligator. Applicants should be available two to three nights a week between 6:00 pm and 1 am, Sunday through Thursday. Production duties include layout and design. Experience is preferred on software applications, Adobe indesigs, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat. A one-year commitment is expected. Please include references and availability on application. All previous applicants are encouraged toA reapply. Fill out application at the front desk of the Alligator, 1105 W. University Ave. between 9am and 4pm, M-F. Ask for the production application. Equal Opportunity Employer. LIKE TO WORK WITH LUXURY CARS? Bright? Enthusiastic? Like people? Must be over 22, stable work history, clean driving record, drug-free, pers ref. www.carrsmith.com for details. 4-20-71-14 Animal Care Tech looking for hard working person to work w/ reptiles & rodents. Will train, PT to start with more hrs possible. Start at $5.50/hr. Flex hrs. Please call 495-9024 between 9-4 M-F. 4-20-71-4 CNA CLASS: Learn @ your own time and pace. Everything you need to be a CNA and pass the state exam is on VCR tape. 95% pass the ilate exam the 1st time! $200. Call 800-566-4913 Hrs: 12N to 5PM 4-20-71-14 Phone survey interviewers wanted. Start mork today! No sales, opinion research only Flexible Schedulel PerceptiveMarket Research 336-6760 ex 4081 Call now! 420-71-14 Students in Accounting, Aviation, Business/ Sales an&IT needed for various positions. Flexible schedules and competitive pay. Join our team! Learn more at www.gleim.com/ employment 4-20-68-14 University of Florida Survey Research Center 392-2908 ext. 105 $7/hr + BONUS + Paid Training Nights + Weekends Telephone interviewing NO SALES Must work summer breaks. 408W. University Ave Suite #106 4-20-71-14 $$ STUDENTS GET CASH $$ For gently used brand name Clothing/accessories & furniture $Cash on the Spot$ SANDY'S No appt necessary! 2906 NW 13th St 372-1226 420-71-14 HIRING KITCHEN STAFF & DRIVERS FT or PT, flexible schedules. Call 2-5pm 3782442 or come in and fill out an application @ California Chicken Grill 2124 SW 34th St Mon-Fri 4-20-71-14 BARTENDING $250 A DAY POTENTIAL No experience necessary, training provided. 800-965-6520 ext 138 4-20-71-14 SECRET SHOPPERS Needed for evaluations of Local Stores, Restaurants and Theaters Flexible Hours, E-mail required Call 1-800-585-9024 ext 6254 4-20-71-14 AUDITORS for local growing inventory service. FT/PT, DFWP. Paid training. Call 352-367-4608. www.aicscompanies.com 4-20-83-14 Mortgage lender has sales positions avail for college students seeking prof work exp. $8-9/hr + bonus. No exp req'd, flex hrs. Apply in person btwn 4-8pm Mon-Fri 1900 SW 34 St Ste 206 (2nd fir above credit union)4-2070-14 DOMINO'S PIZZA World's largest pizza delivery company now hiring Delivery Drivers Pizza makers Phone order takers $9 -$14/hr All you need is a reliable car & a very positive attitude. Apply @ any of the 5 Domino's locations in Gainesville. 4-20-70-14 Attention Smokers! Earn about $6/hr. Smokers are needed to participate in a study on decision making & smoking. If interested come to the psychology bldg room 397 or call 392-0601 ext 297 4-20-63-14 DRIVERS NEEDED gatorfood.com. Can earn anywhere between $8-$20/hr. Set your own schedule. Call Dave for info: 379-9600 4-8-55-14 OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR needed. Gatorfood.com is looking for responsible, enthusiastic people. City geography knowledge, customer svc. exp helpful. Room for advancement For more info: David 379-3663 4-8-55-14 CASH Tired of sitting around w/out it? Sit here & make it! UF FLORIDA REPDIALS seeks UF students to raise funds. Earn up to $8.00/hr with a FLEXIBLE schedule. Apply at 105 NW 16th St. 4th Floor. Academic Classroom Building 105, or call 392-7754 for more info. 4-20-63-14 Finance company needing office assistant & collections associate. Young, progressive company w/advancement & bonuses. 25 hrs/wk. Start immediately. Fax resume to 352-378-4156 5-19-63-14 SUMMER JOBS 0$2100 Co-Ed Camp Seven Weeks Room and Board Included GET PAID TO PLAY! The Florida Elks Youth Camp (FEYC) needs male and female Summer Camp Counselors ages 18 and up. FEYC is an overnight camp located off of Highway 450 in Umatilla, FL The camp runs June 6 -July 23. Please contact Krys Ragland at 1-800523-1673 ext. 250 or 352-669-9443 ext 250. 4-20-58-14 SECRETARY needed. Gatorfood.com is looking for personable, responsible, enthusiastic, fun people. Customer service exp helpful. For more info call David 379-3663 4-8-44-14 GET PAID for YOUR OPINIONS! Earn $15-$125 and more per surveyl www.moneyforsurveys.com 4-20-58-14 Web developer wanted. HTML, CSS, motivated. 1 year minimum, portfolio a must, graphic skills preferred. Contact alalien@ufl.edu 4-20-42-14 Flash programmer wanted. Animation action script, graphic experience, portfolio a must, 1 year minimum. Contact alallen@ufl.edu 4-20-42-14 EARN $60 THIS WEEK! Donate Plasma & Save a Life Best part-time job you'll ever have. NEW DONORS Bring this Ad and Earn an Extra $5 on Your 2nd Donation. DCI Biologicals 150 NW 6th St. 352-378-9204 4-20-40-14 Web Programmer -asp, asp.net, vb script, c#, SQL knowledge. E-mail resume to jobs@352media.com 4-20-43-14 *DANCERS NEEDED* Private dance co. Great for students. Great pay, fast cash & flexible hours. Call to start today! 378-3312 4-12-20-14 *SUMMER WORK* College Credit Possible $672/wk 888-362-2635 ext 251 for more info. 4-2032-14 WANTED: PT barn help in exchange for livinog accommodations. Exp needed. Micanopy area. Silber Ridge Stables 352-361-1454 4-12-25-14 GREAT PAY FOR PEOPLE WHO STAY! Park Place Car Wash looking for hard workers all positions. Cashiers (full day availablity) & line workers. (am 8:30-1 & pm, 12-0 shifts avail) 15-40hrs your choice. Great work environment. Apply: 7404 NW4th Blvd. By Home Depot. No phone calls please. 420-31-14 $1380 weekly stuffing envelopes. FT/PT No experience necessary. For more info call 386-462-9301 4-8-20-14 CAMP COUNSELORS -Gain valuable experience while having the summer of a lifetime. Counselors, needed for Outdoor Adventure, Arts, Aquatics & more in the Pocono Mtns of Pennsylvania. Apply on line @ ww.pineforestcamp.com 4-20-26-14 Customer Service rep wanted. MS Office Experience required. Permanent Full-Time Position. Contact: Jackson Industries, 4001 Newberry Rd, E4, Gvl or info@acksonllc.com 5-24-30-14 O2BKIDS searching for dance team, gymnastic & pre-school teachers leads w/CDA, as well as housekeepers for all locations. FT/PT positions avail. Apply within. 4-615-14 Spend your summer making a difference in the lives of underprivileged boys and girls ages 10-15. Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Camping Services is hiring full-time and temporary staff for summer camp and mobile day camp programs. Activities include canoeing, arts & crafts, bikes, horseback riding, archery, team sports, high and low ropes course. and skits. Employment dates May 21 -August 5. Pre-camp training includes First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard, and NCI. We will be at UF conducting interviews on March 8, 30 and April 11th. Call Mike Brannan at 352447-2259 for more information. EOE/DFWP 4-20-24-14 Girl Scout Camp hiring counselors, lifeguards, nurses, boating instructor, arts/crafts director, equestrian staff. Min age 18. Salary + meals & housing. 8 wks, 5/30 -7/23. Call 800-347-2688 or email jcarr@girscouts-gateway.org. EOE 4-1820-14 TOP BOYS SPORTS CAMP IN MAINE! PLAY & COACH SPORTS HAVE FUN MAKE $$$ CAMP COUNSELOR POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN OVER 15 SPORTS & ACTIVITIES FOR SUMMER 2005. CHECK IT OUT AND APPLY ONLINE NOW: VWW.CAMPCOBBOSSEE.COM 4-20-22-14 Groundskeepers FT, PT see/ Custodial duties/Apt Maint ing.( Transportation req. DFWP EEO w/Ge 220 N Main 375-2152 x301 4-20-22-14 tos (D CUL 0 cl +IG Leasing Consultant, FT, PT Energetic Attitude Cust. Serv. Exp. DFWP EEO 220 N. Main 375-2152 x301 4-20-22-14 Runner for law firm Experienced only, must own vehicle, PT, M-F, 12 -5:30, fax resume to 352-376-4645 4-18-20-14 Accounting Tutor I will pay well for your time to help student taking accounting at SFCC thru April. Must have taken "managerial acting" or have a degree in accounting. Fax 352-335-8566, or stevegvl@hotmail.com 4-8-14-14 Camp Counselors Needed at Camp Wekiva in Wekiva Springs State Park, Apapka FL A residential, Environmental Camp. Boys -June 7-25, Girls June 25-July 23 Contact mj.meherg@worldnet.att.net 4-19-20-14 Sky Nite Club Gainesville's.#1 night club 5 years in a row is hiring employees for bartenders, beertub, security, cashiers & promoters. If you are out-going & want to work in a fun environment, please send picture & resume to skyniteclub@aol.com 4-8-13-14 Sky Nite Club is looking for students that are king internships in advertising & marketGain valuable experience interning ainesvill's #1 night club. Send a resume kyniteclub@aol.com 4-8-13-14 L. 04) *0 0 L. a(I, 04) -S (U L. ~ 04) ES E 0 0 0 L. 4.0 (U I -u II I 'PIP I

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 U ALLIGATOR, 19 Help Wae H6p Wan H e Ip Wanted Help Wanted $Orvices EMBERSS ANGELSAME* Dancers Needed for Adult Entertainment Co Great Pay & Flexible Hours. Call 335-3875 4-12-15-14 Hiring KITCHEN STAFF. Apply between 2 & 4 pm, Mon -Fri, CALICO JACKS 3501 SW 2nd Ave. Creekside Mall. 4-20-20-14 RGIS Inventory Specialists seekig part-time auditors Starting wage $8.00 per hour Apply at RGISINV.com 4-20-20-14 TENNIS STAFF NEEDED The 29th Annual GATOR TENNIS CAMP is now hiring good tennis players for the four weeks in June. Only quality players need apply. Excellent Pay, working approx. 9 hours per day. Camp is held on UF Campus, using Ring Complex and the Flavet Courts. If interested, please call M.E. Chafis, Camp Director, at 392-3538, or in the evenings 376-8030. If no answer, please leave message. 4-2020-14 PT/FT LANDSCAPERS WANTED Valid driver's license a must. 352-222-1904 4-14-15-14 APARTMENT HUNTERS hiring energetic, customer-service oriented people. Flexible scheduling, some nights & weekends. Apply @ 1310 W. University Ave. 4-8-11-14 Local Web Development Firm with fun, team-based enthusiastic environment seeks summer interns for project management and sales depts. Email resume to hr@352media.com 4-20-18-14 Hiring full time and part time caterers & drivers. Positive, fun, work environment with flexible hours. Skills include great attitude, affinity for fast-paced work environment, and enthusiasm for customer service. Apply in person at Celebrations Catering, 904 N. Main St. 4-8-20-14 0. 0 U 04) -*0 L. 0 0 0 E 0 0 E PT OFFICE HELP. Good driving record, experience w/Autocad, Excel, Word helpful. $7.50/hr to start. Call Wells at 219-1183 or email wells@ridgwaytruss.com or 352-3713316 4-6-7-14 The City of Gainesville's Recreation & parks Department is looking for summer camp counselors, lifeguards, swim instructors and pool attendants. Please apply online at www.cityofgainesville.org 4-11-10-14 MANY POSITIONS AVAILABLE The YMCA is now hiring enthusiastic staff members to fill positions in the following areas: Afterschool counselors, summer camp counselors, sports camp counselors, gymnastics instructors, program directors, group cycling instructors, customer service personnel, weekend activities staff, dance instructors/director, lifeguards/swim instructors, soccer referees, bus drivers and more. Hiring at multiple locations throughout North Central Florida. Apply in person at 5201 NW 34th St. Gainesville, FI 32605. Interviews begin immediately, so apply today! 4-1110-4 Now accepting applications for Resident Assitant and apprentice Resident Assistant positions for the SUMMER 2005 Semester. Applications are available from Kathy Smith in the Department of Housing and Residence Eductaion Office, and are due by 4:00pm on Monday, April 18, 2005. For further information contact Kathy Smith at 392-2171 ext 10139. 4-18-14-14 LEASING CONSULTANT Experience a plus. Enthusiastic, energetic. PT position avail at University Commons. Apply in person or call 377-6700 4-12-10-14 CAMP STAFF YMCA. overnight camp seeks dependable fun-loving staff. Must enjoy working w/ children & able to live on-site. Call 352-4663587 for more info. 4-12-10-14 The Florida Book Store is currently hiring temporary cashiering help for Spring Textbook Buyback and the first of Summer A/C Classes. Applicants with previous cashiering and customer service experience are preferred. This position requires availability during the following times: Monday, April 11th through Friday April 15th for training; Saturday, April 16th through Sunday, May 1st for textbook buyback and Saturday, May 7th through Sunday, May 15th for the first week of Summer A/C Classes. Apply in person at 1614 W. University Avenue, complete an application and ask for Carolynne between the hours 2pm-5pm Monday through Friday. Please do not drop, off applications during times not specified including weekends.Equal Opportunity Employer 4-12-10-14 ZAXBY'S on 43rd St now hiring ALL POSITIONS-ALL SHIFTS. Please contact Boris 376-8700 4-6-5-14 AmeriCorps: Make a Differencel Volunteers urgently needed to tutor reading to children in grades K-3 in Alachua schools. We train you. Serve 2 or more hours per week. Needed for summer school (June) also. Choose yoar hours from 8:00 to 5:00. Contact Jasmine at AmeriCorpsVolunteers@yahoo.com or call 222-8777 4-12-9-14 LEASING AGENT PT for luxury apartments, will train, must be friendly, energetic. Some weekends required. Tivoli Apartments 3798090 4-6-5-14 PT RETAIL SALES HELP NEEDED at LLOYD BAILEY SCUBA & WATER SPORTS. Must be an experienced, certified SCUBA diver. Responsible & clean-cut. Please call 332-0738 4-6-5-14 Admin. Asst. for mid-size fast-paced construction co. Excellent opportunity with our project mgmt team. Experience in construction a plus. Fax resume to 375-8604 4-11-7-14 Project Mgr/Estimator for mid-size fastpaced construction co. Excellent opportunity. Fax resume to 375-8604. 4-11-7-14 P E R S O N A L / A D M I N I S T R A T I V E ASSISTANT NEEDED. Must have 2-4 hrs/day available, flexible availability. Must be organized & responsible. Email resume: dkranz@gatorfood.com 4-14-10-14 Holiday Inn University Center Hotel has immediate opening for the following: AM Concierge/banquet setup. Apply in person. Mon -Fri 8AM-5PM. 4-20-14-14 Hiring for summer rush. Orange & Blue Textbooks is seeking PT/FT help for upcoming semester rush. Good people skills'& register. Exp pref. Stop by store @ 309 NW 13th St. for details & appt. 4-19-12-14 PART TIME CASHIER for gas station with food mart. Apply at University Chevron 1024 W. University Ave. 4-6-3-14 $ HIRING DELIVERY DRIVERS $$ and HOSTESSES, flexible hours -lunch & dinner PT or FT. Apply in person 11 to 2pm at Szechuan Panda 3830 SW 13th St. or call 336-6464 4-6-3-14 -TEEN MODELS NEEDED Publisher of nationally distributed student educational guides and posters is looking for local males and females, expecially minorities, between the ages of 16 and 21 to be paid photography models. Your photographs could appear in our educational publicaitons, which are distributed to schools nationwide. Need to be available immediately for current projects. Parent or Guardian must accompany models 17 and under Log on to www.studentaware.com/ models.htm for more information or call Robert Peck 332-9600 AWARE COMJUNICATIONS 305 SW 140th Terrace Newberry, FL 32669 4-8-3-14 PART TIME WORK 30 Openings Great pay! Flex schedules. Sales/Svc, all ages 18+. Conditions Apply 335-1422 earnparttime.com 4-11-5-14 $ GET PAID TO SHOP! $ Mystery Shoppers needed immediately in you local area, as seen on TV. Make $, flexible hours, complete training. Internet access required. Call 888-850-1024 4-8-4-14 SKILLED WEBSITE DEVELOPER Your own hours. Extensive project. Reply: mdinstitute@hotmaii.com 4-20-12-14 NEED CASH? Excellent starting pay. Work around classes.Resume builder. Start immed. All ages 18+. Cond Apply.Call now! 335-1422 4-11-5-14 ZAXBY'S Now hiring COOKS & CASHIERS Archer Rd location 4-20-12-14 Oak Hall School is seeking energetic, creative & enthusiastic individuals with a love for children to staff its summer day camp program. Positions in the camp are available in our preschool day camp, our kindergarten day camp, and our elementary school age day camp. Individuals for the day camp should be available to work daily from June 6 -July 29. Interested applicants should submit a resume to Jeff Malloy, Oak Hall School via email @ jmalloy@oakhall.org by 4/13/05. interview information regarding mandatory group interview on 4/16 will be sent out upon receipt. 4-13-7-14 READ MAIL FOR PAY also other work available $938 per week possible. Weekly pay check, work in your spare time. No exp necessary www.mailworkcenter.com 4-11-5-14 SALES CLEARK NEEDED FT & PT Apply in person. Pinch-A-Penny. Both locations. 372-4489 & 332-2933 4-20-11-14 MAINTENANCE PERSON NEEDED Condominium association. FT. Ability to work plumbing, drywall, carpentry, painting & lawn care. Drug& smoke-free workplace. Fax resume to 352-332-6697 4-20-11-14 PRINT SHOP ASSISTANT P/T $650/hr to start. Call Dave 371-6536 4-12-5-14 Consultants Wanted: Fun with SPA Escapes, quality products for you and others. Limited Time Only. $99.00 through April. www.BeautiPage.com/jcspas, 561-790-1838 4-12-5-14 BABYSITTER NEEDED FOR SUMMER/ FALL P/T flex hrs. Good pay. For 2 year old boy. Call 246-5430 4-8-3-14 Assertive Leadership Skills. Help Lead/ Coordinate "Personal Achievement" Groups. We train you! P/T 10 Flex hrs wk. Days/Eves/ Wkends. Cont Ed Inst. 378-5818 4-8-3-14 "BOY-FRIDAY" Your job to make my life easier. Run errands, housekeeping, yardwork, etc. $7/hr 352-485-2476 4-12-5-14 LAB MANAGER Alpha-1 Research Frog. seeks full time lab manager. Exp in protein biochem, histopath, and fam w/molecular bio techniques a must. Bachelors or masters in approp area req. Salary approp for exp. Call Kelly at 392-7861 or email CV and cover letter to mccarty@alphaone.ufl.edu. 4-12-5-14 Weekend work for student. Yard work, chainsaw, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, Some. heavy lifting. Froom $6.50 -8.00 depends on skill & experience. Call 376-6183 4-7-2-14 WEZServICes AAA STORAGE Close To UF, Convenient 4x4x4 $20/mo 4x8x8 $35/mo 533 SW 2nd Ave. 377-1771 4-20-71-15 IMPORT AUTO REPAIR.BMW, Mercedes Porsche, Volvo, VW, Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda. Quality craftsmanship, reasonable prices, near UF, AAA approved 378-7830 www.carrsmith.com 4-20-71-15 HYPNOTIST-Stop smoking. Improve memory & concentration. Eliminate bad habits. Past life regression. Learn self-hypnosis. Low Student Rates. Leonard Umans AAPH, NGH certified 379-1079. 4-20-67-15 ** GATOR MOVING & STORAGE ** Local and long distance moving. Free Estimates One item or a housefull. FL Reg # IM19 Call Now! (352)374-4791 800-797-6766. 4-20-71-15 PERSONAL TRAINING 300 Personal and Group Training Flexible Scheduling Exclusive Facility Call for a free workout 339-2199 4-20-71-15 ** BELLY DANCE ** Ethnic Dance Expressions Studio For Fun & Fitness 384-9200 www.ethnicdanceexpressions.com 4-20-71-15 HORSE BOARDING -peaceful -spacious 30 acres -ring-arena -round pens -experienced help -12x12 stalls 1-352-472-2627. Owner on premisis -35+ yrs exp. Lessons avail. 4-20-71-15 MOSSWOOD FARM Come ride with us! Great Farm Awesome Horses & Top Notch Instruction. Hunters & Natural Horsemanship. 466-0465 mwfarm@atglobal.net 4-20-67-15 TRAFFIC SCHOOL ONLINE Take Points Off Your Driver's License And Dismiss Traffic Tickets With Online Driver Improvement Courses onlinedrivingschoolidrivesafely.com 4-20-71-15 Whipoorwill Farm: Stall and/or pasture board. 10 min W of UF off Archer Rd. CBS Barn 12x12 stalls on 27 shaded acres. Lighted arena, round pen, trails, tackroom. Owner on premises. 376-8792 4-20-71-15 SLEEPY HOLLOW HORSE FARM Quality Boarding S Lessons/English S Parties *Alachua County's oldest & finest horse farm 0 466-4060 4-20-71-15 ***YOGA*** Classes & Workshops at Sanctuary www.yogagainesville.com 352-336-5656 4-20-71-15 WRITING AID AND TYPING I can help you to complete your paper. Learn to write. Outline, Research, Grammar, Coherency, Typing 374-7038 4-20-50-15 TERM PAPER HELP: Frustrated? Need Assistance? Help with research and writing? TOLL FREE 1-888-345-8295 www.customessay.com 4-8-60-15 ***TAEKWONDO*** 30 Day Trial Membership Free Men S Women 0 Children 352-375-0700 www.protkd.com 40-20-59-15 MOST IMPORTANT SKILL FOR LAW SCHOOL SUCCESS? Check out: lawSChoolprepCourSe.Com 4-20-58-15 **AUTO MALL SERVICE DEPT** Complete Auto Service Imports & Domestics S Cars & Trucks Discount for students. Call 352-380-0033 www.automallgainesville.com 4-20-56-15 EVERGLADE EQUESTRIAN CENTER The countryclub for horses & owners. Customer lounge w/full kitchen & bath. 250' x 160' riding ring, round pen & jump paddock. Lessons. 30 acres, 40 matted stalls, 19 separate paddocks. 24-hr security, 352-5913175 everglade-eqestrian.com 8-15-25-15 ** GREAT BANNERS & SIGNS * Custom Posters 0 Exhibits 9 Awards Top Quality Fast 0 Service tt Prices www.signpower.com SignMasters 335-7000 9-2-61-15 Jump start your job SearCh at www.COIIge-reSumeS.Com 8-15-51-15 AWARDS & PERSONALIZED GIFTS Plaques S Name Badges 0 Cups 0 Etc. Best Selection In Town www.signpower.com SignMasters 335-7000 9-2-61-15 STORAGE PRE-LEASE SPECIAL No hassles 0 Free Lock Prorated Close to UF All Sizes S No Deposit Archer Road Self Storage 371-4296 South West Self Storage 374-4444 4-20-20-15 CLOSEST, CHEAPEST Lessons 0 Training 0 Boarding 9 Jumps Large pastures & trails. Jonesville. www.ponyupfarm.com 331-0366 4-2020-15 ENGLISH TUTORING English as 2nd language Reading, Composition, Conversation Experienced educators. Reasonable fees. Tel: 352-335-9400 4-20-19-15 FINANCE TUTOR Individuals or small groups. Experienced, excellent.: 375-6641 Harold Nobles 4-6-5-15 LSAT AFFORDABLE TEST PREP Full length course and private tutoring. Higher score, 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Call 372-8560 or 1-800-910-1352 4-6-5-15 Classifieds. Continued on next page.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,200539 ALLIGATOR, 21 Back For More After brief pro stint, senior relishes chance to improve By NATASHA WEINSTEIN Alligator Writer nweinstein@a11igator.org Time is running out for Hamid Mirzadeh. He only has two months left before his college eligibility runs out, but he is not sad to see his career as a Gators tennis player come to an end. He's rather excited about the revival of his pro-career. While the three-time All American is 15 cr,-.ts shy of graduating with a psychology degree, for now the future is about a game that he has been playing since he was 10 years old. The kind of tennis Mirzadeh is about to delve into is not the same game he knows as well as college, but one he is familiar with. During the fall semester, while the rest of the UF men's tennis team was competing on the college level and attending daily class, Mirzadeh was touring the country playing in pro tournaments and taking nine correspondence credits in order to remain eligible for a season he was unsure he would play. "I was kind of seeing where I stood and seeing what the competition was like," Mirzadeh said. "I had a decent run, but I didn't really know if it was going to be beneficial to me to come back and play my last five months of college tennis." Thi, lifp f4 q try to win the NCAAs, we'd love to have him back," Jackson said. "I tried to be very low pressure and making sure that he knew we wanted him to do what was in his best interest." With each match Mirzadeh played, he would sway more in one direction or another depending on the outcome. "I went from being top dog to just another guy on the tennis court," he said. "People still knew who I was because I have been playing tennis for so long, but it was not that much of a respect factor like in college tennis." It was not until a $50,000 purse match in November where Jackson went to watch Mirzadeh that he finally decided to return to a game in which he had entered the previous season at No. 11 opposed to remaining in one where he was ranked 707th. prove his game. "The only guys that shouldn't be going to school are thge geniuses, and if you have any doubt as to whether or not you're a genius -you're not and should go to school," Jackson said. "I think Hamid has a chance to be a professional tennis player and if he would have gone full time at 18, he probably would have:.given it up by now, but now he's going to be 22 with a lot of confidence and he has a much better chance. I think it has been a very good decision for him and obviously a very good one for us." The decision to finish out his college tennis career is one that Mirzadeh said he is happy he made and feels that the extra months playing in an environment he is used to has only improved his game. "I don't think I'll ever regret coming back here," he said. "I've had so much fun; it's nice to be back with the ie tie or a pro tennis player "The only guys that shouldn't be going to school are the geniuses, guys. I feel was an exciting and if you have any doubt as to whether or not you're a genius k 'e one, but a s t he months you're not and should go to school." m CaseyAnderson/ alliator Saff Senior Hamid Mirzadeh tried his game out on the pro circuit in the fall but decided to come back to UF to finish out his college career. progressed it was still one Mirzadeh was uncertain he was ready to embrace. "Last fall was kind of continuous and it was like, 'Is this going to be my life? Do I really want to do this?"' Mirzadeh said. "Playing against those guys -it's a lot different. A lot of those guys are more focused, the competition is a lot harder, and I was like, 'Is this going to be it for me?"' Aside from his own apprehension on whether to return to Gainesville, his teammates and Coach Andy Jackson were encouraging him to return. "I told him hehad until January to play, and if he was doing really well by all means keep going, but, if he thought he could use school to continue to get better, finish up his degree and also help us Ai In the first round of the tourney, Mirzadeh triumphed against an opponent ranked within the top 150, and once again he thought about the prospects of remaining pro, but he soon changed his mind. "Coach was watching my match and was happy to see me win, and at the same time was probably thinking, 'Wow he isn't going to come back,"' Mirzadeh said. "Then I got crushed-by the No. 80 guy in the world and I was like maybe I'll just go back to college.and try to win an NCAA Championship." With only two months left before the start of spring play, Mirzadeh said he came to the realization that a final season of tennis with the Gators would imndy Jackson the ball cleaner, stronger." After what Mirzadeh hopes will be a deep run into the NCA A Individual Championships in May, he will return to Wellington to live with his family and begin playing pro tournaments once again. Mirzadeh said even though he will be leaving UF without his degree, he has full intentions of finishing in a few years, but first he must look to achieve his tennis goals. He hopes after two-years of professional play that he'll be ranked within the top 100, making $80,000 to $100,000 a year. "I'm real excited to enter the tour and be free from classes," Mirzadeh said. "I just want to go out there and play tennis, have fun and see where it takes me." INFORMATION SESSION April 12 5:30 p.m. ,Vaughn Center Board Room, ninth floor, (813) 258-7409 y E-mail: mba@ut.edu e Web site: mba.ut.edu JOHN H. 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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 ALLIGATOR www.alligatorSports.org Portis continues to impress early on Gators crave Omaha glory Somewhere lost in Matt Walsh's locks and buried in Urban Meyer's pit, the UF baseball team chips away at the burden of past seasons, at the anvils of public perception. Can't beat Miami. Too many freshmen and sophomores. Won't make it to the College World Series. But with about four innings played this season, it's two up and two down. "I definitely don't think it's something that's a fluke or short-lived," sophomore slugger Matt LaPorta said. "I definitely think we-have the talent to go pretty far this year." Thirty games into the 2005 season, the Gators have done everything a rational human could ask of them. They've compiled a 23-7 record, beating the likes of Miami twice. used an underclassmenheavy lineup to embarrass Florida State .9-2 in its own Louis backyard. For Anastasis those of you Louis in the Bullpen keeping score anastasis@anligator.org at home, UF played eight Kunderclassmen that game, including a 5.2-inning, six-hit, no earned-run effort from newbie Stephen Locke. But for a UF team that hasn't savored Omaha steak since 1998, tasty rivalry wins won't cut it anymore. And with a six-game winning streak and a No. 5 ranking (Baseball SEE BULLPEN, PAGE 24 By BRIAN SHAFFER Alligator Staff Writer -shafferealligator.org He was the one barking out signals from under center in the voice of a throaty elderly woman throughout the first half of spring practices. He was also the one scrambling for long runs, dizzying defensive teammates and creating a buzz amongst the UF coaching staff following Saturday's scrimmage. And he happens to be the youngest player on the Gators roster. At 17 years old, Josh Portis is not the typical freshman quarterback. He is 3,000 miles away from his home in Woodland Hills, Calif. He is learning a complex offense. And he has found himself in the middle of a position battle. With his fellow reserve quarterbacks battling injury or dealing with the rigors of playing two sports, Portis has his sights set on the Gators backup quarterback spot behind incumbent starter Chris Leak. "I think I am invested a little bit more because I am out here everyday," Portis said. "But everybody is doing good. I can't come out here -and say that I'm better than everybody else. I'm just taking my time and trying to do everything right." While he might not have done everything right during Saturday's scrimmage -UP's second of the spring -he did enough to impress his coaches, who are still looking for a backup quarterback to emerge from the group of Portis, junior Gavin Dickey and redshirt freshman Cornelius Ingramn. "I knew he was fast," UF quarterbacks coach Dan Mullen said. "I knew he could run. But I wanted to see could he hang in the pocket, step and throw when somebody is coming to him in the face. And that is what he proved to us. That is probably what I was most happy with after his performance on Saturday." "I think I am invested a little bit more because I am out here everyday. But everybody is doing good. I can't come out here and say that I'm better than everybody else. I'm just taking my time and trying to do everything right." Josh Portis UF freshman quarterback Portis' athletic ability comes as no surprise to Mullen and the rest of Coach Urban Meyer's staff, which began recruiting Ports in February of 2004 while still at Utah. Knowing that they were going to be losing then-starter Alex Smith, Meyer and Co. set out to find the optimal replacement. What they discovered was Josh Portis. The two sides forged an immediate relationship and Portis committed to Utah shortly thereafter. Treis leads all gol fers as UF wins third title of year H IT WAS HIS FIRST WIN SINCE TRANSFERRING. STAFF REPORT Land on the cover of Sports Illustrated and you're jinxed. Land inside the pages of the Alligator and you're blessed. UF golfer Richard Treis, featured in yesterday's Alligator, hung on for a five-stroke victory at the Morris Willimns Intercollegiate on Tuesday. Treis shot even par in yesterday's final round, following rounds of three-under and one-under on Monday. The redshirt senior racked up his first win since capturing the 2003 Atlantic Coast Conference Championship while at North Carolina. Behind Treis, UF went wire-to-wire for the team title, finishing at +8 and topping No. I Oklahoma State by 10 shots. UF won its third tournament of the year and first since the MercedesBenz Collegiate Championships in February, where Matt Every claimed the.individual title. Four UF golfers finished -in the top 20. B r e t t .rels Stegmaier only parred seven holes en route to a five-over 77, but managed to hold on to a tie for fifth, eight shots back of Treis at +4. Stegmaier, a junior, picked up his fourth top 10 in his last six toumaments, the most of any UF golfer over that stretch. Fellow junior James Vargas equaled Stegmaier's 77 and fell out of the top 10 into a tie for 11th at 6-over. Vargas' scorecard included three birdies, two bogeys and three double bogeys. Entering the final round tied for second, Every triple bogeyed one hole and double bogeyed two others, finishing at +7. Despite tying for 57th, Manuel Villegas may have played his way into the fifth spot on UF's playoff roster by carding the team's secondlowest final round score. Villegas has been battling redshirt senior Duke Butler IV and junior Ryan Cochran throughout the spring for the final spot opened up due to Jessie Mudd's season-ending ankle injury. Treis, Stegmaier, Every and Vargas are expected to comprise the other four postseason spots, Alexander said in March. MLB Boston 3 New York Yankees 4 Los Angeles Dodgers 2 San Francisco 4 I Gymnast Erinn Dooley has come a long way from when she couldn't complete a back handspring. She will now lead the Gators into their NCAA Regional Saturday. See story, pg. 23. E 1991: Unknowns take over UF s Orange and Blue Game. Although Shane Matthews was on the Gators, quarterback Terry Dean connected with receiver Henry Haston for the game-winning touchdown. 0 With the Major League Baseball season getting into full swing, log on to alligatorSports.org for complete baseball predictions by the Alligator sports staff. Nick Westi/ Aigator Quarterback Josh Portis is only 17 years old and is already in the mix for UF's backup quarterback job. However, as rumors regardprocess all over again. ing Meyer's future at Utah Meyer remained in constant began to swirl, Portis de-committed and began the recruiting SEE FOOTBALL, PAGE 24

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2005 0 ALLIGATOR, 23 THE END OF THE ROAD Star gymnast looks back By DAN TREAT ALLIGATOR WRITER dtreat@aligator.org H p.I ,q% q For someone whose balance beam routine includes a punch front mount into a wolf jump and a Gainer full twist dismount, a basic back handspring might not seem like such a big deal. But for Gators co-captain Erini Dooley, this simple maneuver was almost enough to derail her gymnastics career before it began. "It took me forever to get over [the fear of doing a back handspring on the beam]," Dooley said. "I had so much trouble getting over that, I had to have a coach spot me allthe time, and I would not do it by myself, probably, for a good two years." Dooley overcame that fear, winning AllAmerican honors six times and serving four years on the national gymnastics team. Her career has just two meets remaining before it ends, but it began with Dooley running around her Maryland home. The Beginning Dooley's parents started their daughter out in the sport at the age of four. "My parents -put me in it because I was running around, you know -a little crazy kid jumping on the beds," Dooley said. Dooley comes from a long line of athletes. Her father, Chris, played football and boxed, and her mother, Sue, ran track. "We always felt that we wanted to give our children a positive direction," said Dooley's father. "And through sports, we did that." Soon after starting classes, Dooley showed an aptitude for gymnastics. "I had a lot of fears," Dooley said. "With gymnastics, you go in, you're afraid to walk on the beam, or that kind of stuff. But I would say I probably had a little bit of talent because my parents wouldn't have left me in there." The Next Level That talent shined during her upbringing. During her tenure with the U.S. National Team, she was a member of the runner-up teams at the 1997 and 1999 PanAmerican Games. Dooley's parents traveled to see her compete at the Pan-American Games in Winnipeg as well as her first international competition against Romania and Russia. "All I can say is that as a parent, there's nothing more fulfilling than watching your child go out and represent the United States against these other countries," her father said. Being on the national team was just one item on a laundry list of accomplishments that Dooley racked up prior to joining UP. She was the 1997 American Classic junior division all-around champion, finished fourth on balance beam and sixth on floor exercise at the 1999 U.S. Championships and finished ninth in the 1999 World Team Trials. "I loved it, I loved the atmosphere," she said. "It was a lot of work; it was tough because you would work out 30 hours a week and you would eat, sleep, and do gymnastics, but I loved being able to compete knowing that [I was] representing the U.S.A." Senior Erinn Dooley, one of UF's co-captE However, when she was young, she wasE On To Gainesville Competing for the national team left little time for Dooley to consider college. While most gymnasts were visiting campuses, Dooley was competing at the 2000 Olympic Trials. UF was the first, and ultimately the only, school that she visited. She fell in love with the team, coaches and atmosphere. "I'm a picky person," she said. "And when I don't find anything that's not wrong with somewhere, then that's pretty much set for me." But as she warmed up for her first meet as a Gator, a fractured tibia threatened to end her college career before it began. "It was very difficult," Dooley said. "I was so excited to be coming in here with a great freshman class and being able to show everyone what I can do." Dooley's increased strength was bad news for UF's opponents. Her sophomore year, she earned second team All-American honors in the all-around and vault. Her junior year, she earned first team honors in the all-around, vault and balance beam, and second team in floor exercise. She also had the third-highest allaround total in school history, with a 39.75 against UCLA in 2004. Nick West / Alligator Staff ains, has accomplished a lot in her career. scared to do a simple back handspring. A stress fracture in her foot has limited Dooley's performance this season, but she has battled to claim a spot in both the Gators' floor and beam lineups. The Future With only two meets left and graduation rapidly approaching, Dooley is unsure of where she'll land next. She has expressed an interest in personal training as well as coaching. But, she said, if it takes experimenting to find her passion, then so be it. As her time as a Gator ends, she would like to be remembered for what she did for others, not for what she did on the fleor. "I'd like to be remembered as hardworking, cheerful, a -positive leader," she said. "Always happy, always smiling, someone who will always be there for someone who needs help." Her parents remain grateful for all Gainesville has provided for their daughter. "As much as Erinn may miss the competition, we'll miss the competition," her father said. "We'll also miss everything that the University of Florida and Gainesville itself has been able to afford her with her five years at UP. It's been great." Gainesville will miss Dooley, too. Ki 0) *0 0) 0) 0. 0 9 a) I. I. a)= 0 0 U *0 0 0 *0 C,,

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24, ALLIGATOR S WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6,2005 MEN AND WOMEN'S SWIMMING AND DIVING Gators gain more top finishes E LOCHTE FINISHES SECOND IN THE 200M BACKSTROKE. STAFF REPORT Another day, more top eight finishes. UF continued on its tour at day 71ve of the World Trials, placing three swimmers in each the "A" finals group and "B" group last night. Junior Ryan Lochte added another second place finish to his resume in the 200 meter backstroke, continuing to face some of the toughest competition he has all year. While a second place finish is not usually satisfying for Lochte, going against former Olympic teammate Aaron Peirsol is no .easy task. Fellow junior Brian Hartley also turned in a solid performance and came in eighth in the "A" final in the 200 back. Also qualifying for the "A" finals of his event was freshman Max Jaben, who finished eighth in the 1500 freestyle. As for the women, freshman Caroline Burckle continued to gain experience as she came in 15th in the 100 free, while Olympian Natalie Coughlin won. In the men's 200 breaststroke, it was a combination of veteran and youth, as senior Corey Welch placed fourteenth and sophomore Bill Mrazek eleventh. The Gators will continue their run in Indianapolis through Thursday. QB had originally committed to Utah FOOTBALL, from page 22 contact with Portis during the process that landed him at UF, and after he took an official visit to Gainesville, Portis decided to follow Meyer to the Swamp. "Recruiting-wise," Mullen said, "he realized that this was the best offense for him and his talents to utilize his abilities as best as possible -more so than a lot of other schools in the country. "In the end, that is what led him to us. He wanted to play in our offensive system." While Portia continues to adjust to college life, living away from home and newfound scholastic demands, he has refused to parlay any of these distractions into excuses on the field. And what about his age? "He never says [anything about] it and I would never give him the opportunity to say it," Mullen said. "I treat him as if he is a fifth-year senior. "I don't give him that crutch and I don't think he wants to use that crutch." In the face of countless distractions, Portis has garnered a lot of attention throughout spring practice with his surprising play. However, in the same way he has shrugged off all of the other distractions thus far, the attention does not appear to faze him either. One glance of him after UF's scrimmage on Saturday shows how well he is handling it. "I've never had this many microphones in my face before," Portia said to a large group of reporters Saturday. "But I'm just enjoying it -learning the offense and stuff. "I should be going to my high school prom right now, but I'm enjoying this." If you're looking for something productive to do this summer, take lasses at one of our fourValencia campuses and enjoy our smaller class size, cheaper tuition (almost half the cost of what you're paying at Florida), great class selection and ample parking. Our Summer Getaway means you "get away"from highpriced tuition, crowded classes and those soul-sucking summer "jobs." We offer many of the same classes as a university, so credits earned atValencia will transfer. Before you apply, go to facts.org and choose "Transfer Services" for details. Tke the smart rip this summer. Registration starts April 22. BULLPEN, from page 22 America) to boot, it's becoming quite clear the Gators have begun to sharpen their knives. "I really think this team has a chance [to win it all]," said LaPorta, who leads the Gators with 11 homers. "And honestly, we're only going to get better." This wasn't supposed to happen. Targeting fourth place in the SEC would have made sense. Swinging for a top-20 ranking would have been plausible. Maybe. I SEC coaches picked the Gators to finish third. .in the Eastern Division. Now, with a 6-3 conference record, UF is tied with Alabama for the SEC's best record. "I'm certainly not surprised," said UF's ex-ace Justin Hoyman, who led the Gators in wins, strikeouts and charisma last season. But even Hoyman, now with the minor league Mahoning Valley Scrappers, is a realist. Hoyman points out that the Gators have struggled in Friday games, losing four of eight. "Those are the kind of pitchers they'll be facing in the postseason, but they're close to getting them," Hoyman said. The road to Omaha is paved by stellar pitching. Excluding the 2003 Rice champs, who breezed to the title, every College World Series Champion since 2000 has had five pitchers boasting an ERA lower than 5.00. UF currently has four, with transfer Alan Home on the verge at 5.46. "We hope to think [we have enough pitching to get there]," UF coach Pat McMahon said. Champions of the College World Series since 1998, when the Gators last qualified, had records ranging from 24-6 to 15-15 after 30 games. At 23-7, the 2005 Gators fit well. "I think every year we've had a shot," said ex-Gators first baseman C.J. Smith, who now plays for the Delmarva Shorebirds. "But this year we have a lot of young guys that are a little bit older and have the experience." They seem to say it every year, but this time it seems genusie. Only time will tell if youth will be served with a side of that elusive Omaha steak.