I dont go to UF but there are roll calls (for each academic professional year). You can look up the members (Group by state and then school), and then message them. Although I cant speak for anyone, I can see the advantages of distant learning as you dont have to commute. However in pharmacy, personal intercommunication is very important, and no matter what people say, it cannot replace classroom lessons. In the vast wealth of information, class is just an important factor.