More than 300 Gators attended the alumni association’s annual celebration of affiliates, clubs and leaders that represent the university’s best qualities in local communities. The association gave out several awards to those fighting for the Gat
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By Paula Detwiller
One of Joelen Merkel’s fondest memories was the day her son graduated from the University of Florida.
As a trustee for the university, she was perennially invited to take part in the pomp and circumstance of graduation. Bu
