Prospective UF president faces a trio of forums next week

The University of Florida will host three public forums for Stuart Bell, the sole finalist for president, to address pre-screened questions from faculty, students, and staff. Bell's selection has drawn criticism from some conservatives and political figures like U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, who questioned the lack of public input in the process, while Gov. Ron DeSantis and U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon expressed support.