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Positive COVID-19 vaccine news does not stem consumer sentiment decline in November

Consumer sentiment among Floridians dipped for the second consecutive month in November to 80.9, dropping 3.5 points from a revised figure of 84.4 in October. Similarly, the University of Michigan’s nationwide index of consumer sentiment decreased 4.9 points.

Pent-up travel demand could drive Americans to get COVID-19 vaccine

In a nationwide survey of Americans who have traveled for leisure in the past year, 63% said they were likely or very likely to get the coronavirus vaccine. Of those, 74% said they were motivated by travel.

Consumer sentiment falls in October, dragging into the holiday season

After the largest one-month gain in consumer confidence since the pandemic started in September, consumer sentiment among Floridians dropped 2 points in October to 84.4 from a revised September figure of 86.4.

The message behind a UF professor’s Grammy-winning song

Through his music, José Valentino Ruiz explores the importance of listening to others. It couldn't come at a better time.

Study reveals gender bias in TA evaluations

The female TA got five times as many negative reviews as the male TA — but they were the same person.

September consumer sentiment signals rise in public’s economic attitude

Consumer sentiment among Floridians surged in September 6.3 points to 85.1 from August’s revised figure of 78.8. Similarly, national consumer sentiment increased 4.8 points.

Florida’s consumer sentiment falls again in August

Consumer sentiment among Floridians dipped for a consecutive month in August to 78.4, dropping 2.1 points from a revised figure of 80.5 in July.

Political scientist: Black women will play key role in 2020 election

Long a driving force in social and political movements, Black women will play a more visible role in the 2020 presidential election, says University of Florida political scientist Dr. Sharon Austin.

Which type of at-home worker are you?

Segmenters like to keep work at work and home at home — the opposite of integrators, who are content to bounce back and forth between home and work obligations. Both need recovery time to stay healthy and productive. 

June consumer sentiment ticks upward though likely temporary

After a marginal gain in May, consumer sentiment among Floridians soared 6.1 points in June to 82.7 from May’s revised figure of 76.6. Similarly, national consumer sentiment increased 5.8 points. 

Student, professor launch Academics for Black Survival and Wellness

Thousands of people worldwide have signed up for a week of online antiracism and wellness activities created by UF doctoral student Pearis Bellamy and counseling psychology professor Della Mosley.