Shauna Mackey

Shauna is a reporter for WUFT News who may be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news @wuft.org

UF chemical lab remains closed following explosion

An explosion in Sisler Hall at University of Florida may force the chemical lab to remain closed through the Martin Luther King holiday. University of Florida spokeswoman Janine Sykes says they want to ensure it is safe before any students or staff return. She says equipment and policies will be reevaluated following this …

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The face of the graduating class

With graduation this weekend at the University of Florida, many students will be ready to join the work force, but not all graduates will follow the “traditional” path.  As WUFT-FM’s Shauna Mackey and Ricki Albritton report, there are many paths these students can follow after their walk across the stage. …

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Parade marches Gator spirit downtown

The Gator Nation has come together along the streets of University Avenue.  WUFT-FM’s Shauna Mackey says no time was spared getting a good seat for today’s parade. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/news/files/2011/11/SHAUNAVOICER.mp3] WUFT-FM’s Bothaina Saleh says crowds along the street mean Gator merchandise flying off the shelves. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/news/files/2011/11/BETHVOICER1.mp3]

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Gainesville’s Pride Festival celebrates all community members

Gainesville’s annual Pride Festival will take place tomorrow afternoon at the Bo Diddley Community Plaza. North Central Florida Pride Community Center Co-President Terry Fleming says this festival helps younger people gain support from the community. [audio:http://www.wuft.org/news/files/2011/10/FLEMING1.mp3] The festival will feature a parade with food and entertainment starting at 2 p.m.

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