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

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LETS MEET AT THE The information booth between the CSE Building and Turlington Hall is another landmark of the plaza. Hundreds of students pass by the booth everyday to get information about the campus. Photo by lose Otero 26 TURLINGTON PLAZA TURLINGTON PLAZA Turlington Plaza is arguably the focal point for cam- pus life here at the University of Florida. Groups meet there, protests are held there, religions are discussed there, and, perhaps most importantly, students are there. Turlington Plaza was created when the university built Turlington Hall in 1975, in honor of Ralph Turlington, the former State Commissioner of Education and UF alum. Since then, it has been named one of campus' three free-speech zones and hostscountless events, organizations and performances daily. Its unique location on campus also make it one of the most Visited places during the day. It has the highest rate of traffic in the state of Florida according to a recent poll. That means, that during peak hours, more people are crossing through Turlington Plaza than anywhere else in the state. With almost 50,000 students, it's easy to see how this figure can be valid. It's always bursting with energy. You never know what you're going to find there, said Adrienne Alexandria 31M The plaza has also been used as a set for several Hollywood movies, including Par- enthood with Steve Martin in 1989, as well. From religious debate to multicultural activities, Turlington Plaza provides all students with an outlet to express their Views or to promote an organization, as well as a great meeting place for friends and aquaintences. The plaza is home to another campus landmark, the ancient Chert Rock, donated by the Crushed Stone Cor- poration to the Geology Department at the university. Each day, thousands of students cross the pathways of Turlington Plaza on to their various destinations. With this high traffic flow, the plaza has become one of the best points of campus for advertising, advocacy, and rallying. -Gordon Van Owen Protestors in support of an Asian Student Union voice their opinion at Turlington Plaza. Everyday people voice their concerns over various issues. Photo by lose Otero Turlington Hall houses one of the 0 largest classroom buildings on campus. The large number of bicycles outside shows the number of people who have class there at any given time. Photo by Gordon Owen

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The residents of the past have left ' . Q imprints that have remain within every building in the Gainesville Commu- V nity. Photos by lose Otero The Steak and Shake restaurant on 13th street has had a presence at the store that has . KT required employees to a ' 22+;- ,' not stay alone anytime mm? of the day or night. Photo by Jose Otero A presence has been felt at the Walmart on 13th street between the hours of 3:00 AM - 7:00 AM. Employees have felt this eerie feeling in the Arts and craft section of the store. Photo by Jose Otero The Old 13th Plaza Theatre, now under construction is consider a local Gainesville haunting. It is rumored that a hobo wrote Monter Bad and an arrow leading to a room with blood covered walls and floor. Photo by 1036 Otero Senior Jesse Mogle an employee of Gator City stands in the bathroom that is considered haunted by Alice the ghost. This presence has been apart of the business since the 60's. 28 GAINESVILLES HAUNTINGS Photo by 1086 Otero