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James Huston crossing a suspended bridge at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park.

Discover Ocala’s Hidden Gem: The Canyons Zipline and Adventure Park Offers High-Flying Fun

Ashley Brace and Amber Battillo November 26, 2024

Nestled in the heart of Central Florida, The Canyons Zipline and Adventure Park in Ocala offers visitors a unique, adrenaline-pumping experience unlike any other in the region. Known for its breathtaking...

Ocala Flocks Together for the 5th Annual Ocala Rotary Duck Derby

Ocala Flocks Together for the 5th Annual Ocala Rotary Duck Derby

Ashley Brace, Managing Editor: Copy March 3, 2024

We’re all just ducks in this pond called life, and the Rotary clubs of Marion County are helping Ocala float with pride. The Rotary Club of Ocala recently paired up with the four other Rotary...

What was Memorable about the CF Fall Concert 2023?

What was Memorable about the CF Fall Concert 2023?

Sofiia Shcherbakova, Staff Writer March 2, 2024

The College of Central Florida’s performing arts department has once again created an amazing musical occasion. The Nov. 9, entitled “Echoes of Innovation,” left an impression thanks to its carefully...

CF Alumni Battles His Way from Ocala to Miami ON FOOT

CF Alumni Battles His Way from Ocala to Miami ON FOOT

Amber Battillo and Ashley Brace February 29, 2024

Get your running shoes tied and CamelBak packed! CF academic advising retiree Glen Owen is taking on his biggest challenge yet: a 300-mile run/walk from Ocala to Miami to fund scholarships students at...

The front of CF's Ocala campus' Ewers Century Center.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: The Faculty Perspective

Elora Pfriender, Editor-in-Chief May 3, 2023

Previously, the Patriot Press shared student reactions to the removal of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) at the College of Central Florida. For this article, the Patriot Press reached out to many...

A poster affirming CF's commitment to maintaining DEI.

What Happened to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at CF?

Elora Pfriender, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2023

At the start of the Spring semester, CF had a robust Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative. Not anymore. In response to Governor Ron DeSantis’ recent push against Diversity, Equity and Inclusion...

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at the Appleton

Elora Pfriender, Editor-in-Chief October 11, 2022

On Saturday, Oct. 8, the entrance to the Appleton Museum of Art was alive with vibrant colors, booming music and savory aromas as Ocala residents gathered to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. Co-hosted...

Kristen Dryer

Former CF Student Now City Councilmember: An Interview With Kristen Dreyer

Evan Kornacki October 7, 2022

Kristen Dreyer has worn many hats during the 28 years since she moved to Florida from Long Island. Last year, she won a special election to finish Matthew Wardell’s term and now serves as a councilmember...

Hollywood Royalty Feud Overshadows “King Richard” at The Oscar’s

Hollywood Royalty Feud Overshadows “King Richard” at The Oscar’s

Allyson Tunison, Staff Writer May 6, 2022

By now, everyone has seen or heard about the 2022 OscarAwards debacle that occurred between actor Will Smith and comedian Chris Rock. Now, humorously referred to as ‘The Slap’ by social media users,...

Students should attend CF Citrus campus game nights

Students should attend CF Citrus campus game nights

Katie Koelber, Staff Writer May 5, 2022

The Gamers United club on the Citrus campus has been hosting game nights for all CF students, this opportunity needs to be taken advantage of. These game nights have been happening once a month since January,...

Adult Education at CF

Allyson Tunison, Staff Writer May 3, 2022

     Adult Education is a program offered by CF to help adult students receive their high school diploma and prepare them for their future. This program is an important aspect of CF’s goal to set...

The benefits of taking summer classes

The benefits of taking summer classes

Katie Koelber, Staff Writer April 28, 2022

Why some students prefer summer classes over others. The College of Central Florida has always prioritized its student’s accessibility. Many students find the availability of quick, in-depth classes...

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