University of Florida - Tower / Seminole Yearbook (Gainesville, FL)

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Dominant Students enjoy the music and libations at Brick City on a Thursday night. phMobylegmibga AbowzjehkaJohnsnihenhfiandimrfnendsenjxyaInivaUaparQw ltuxoinovkkdlhcieskajbhnsan t,s a tough job, but some one has got to do it. Jose Duran, or as his readers know him J. Daniel Duran , spent his final semester as a Gator rolling up his sleeves and getting into the hitty-gritty of night Club life in Gainesville. The senior magazine journalism majorwrote weekly columns for the Independent Florida Alligators entertainment section, The Avenue, Which appearedon Thursdays duringthe spring 2005 semester. With quips such as iiPromoters repeat after me: Tm a Gainesville nightclub promoterf Doesnit soundso COOL d0esit?Thatis becauseGainesviHe isnit MiamiLosAngeies 01 New York; sothis icooler than thou attitude needs to stop? Duran kept his readers coming back for more honest opinions and constructive criticisms every week In his columns Duran covered atmosphere, line sizesdrink prices and attitudes offeilow Club patrons. Whilehishonestycouldbeharsh at times, he usually made sure to findasiiverlining in even the most unmitigated disaster Ofa night spot -Leslie Veiga Student

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The time came When the king announced a ball. It was to last, in all splendor, for three days, and there his son, the prince, would Choose a Wife for himself? - Cir1derellall, The Brothers Grimm The weekend has arrived in the small town of Gainesville. . .What do you do now? Gainesville offers a variety of late-night activities on and around campus for everyone. Whether its the theatre, the Clubs, the bars or our very own Museum Nights and Gator Nights there is always something to do on the weekend. Thursday nights is When the party begins. Brick City Music Hall was the hot spot this semester. Music, drinks and beautiful people crowd the dance iloor. It is a great time for friends to spend a night out. After a long week at school many students enjoy happy hour on Friday afternoons in restaurants around town like the Swamp Restaurant On Friday nights, the place to he and be seen is downtown Sirnorfs, 238 West and :08 for example provide a variety of different music, depending on your mood. They provide a fun atmosphere for everyone. For people who dont go to Clubs Gainesville offers a variety of different alternatives. Bars like Market Street Pub and Eddie Cs feature local bands and provide a relaxing atmosphere. The movie theaters around are also popular especially When a long-awaited film is released. Theatrical perfor- mances at the Hippodrome, Phillips Center and the Constans Theater also provide a cultural spin on the weekend. No matter how you Choose to spend your weekends, there is always something for you in Gainesville during the weekend. -Diar1aDelgado .V t . l t v L - i ' . , ill 15mm Students enjoy the nighthfea eopenalr When at the club, students dress to' press and pack their Alli C mm 'd Ed . dK y S . , . h A, B . k .. l ; I lllCth Sky. . , bestvixenlook to haveagood time. h sor:J uL 11- Lyi gertonan evm tewartenjoyamg toutat ric City. I -;14ggiffg3h0t0 bY- 1195119 V6183 photo byLesZie Veiga p oto y. es 6 eiga l I'. Stulcllent Life

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unior Melissa Bersaeh has devoted much ther time in Gainesville to her faith She became involved With The Rock OfGainesviHe Christian Church during her freshman year. T have met some of my best friends and found a second family at The Rock, she said Bersach has gotten invelved in several minis- try groups at the church, including the Church Choir and the salsa ministry. The Choir performs at Saturday and Sunday services at the Church located in southwest Gainesville. The salsa ministry performs not only at Church events, also at community and university events like talent shows and Club f unctions. Bersach is also an active member OfROCk UP. Rock UP is the student outreach organization of The Rock Church They try to spread their Chris- tian message on campus and encourage people to make an impact through evangelist outreach She comes from a Christian background since her father is a preacher at a Christian Church down in Miami, Where Bersach is originally from. -Les1ie Veiga Dominant Students relax in the Hume common room and take their Sunday to make a puzzle. photo by: Kirsten Schmjtt Above; Students take advantage of an apartment complex pool party to work on their tans. photo by: jesse Wright