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Demonstrators walk on representations of the Israeli and U.S. flags during their annual rally commemorating Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution in Tehran, Iran. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

UNF Professors explain the Israel-Iran conflict and how it could impact students

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jul 3, 2025

President Trump’s recent military action in Iran raises questions about nuclear threats, U.S. foreign policy, and the historical roots of instability in the Middle East. University of North Florida experts...

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Satellite imagery of a large Hurricane Milton approaching Florida's Gulf Coast.

What UNF students need to know this hurricane season

Sasha Koresh and Madelyn Schneider | Jul 2, 2025

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has predicted above average hurricane conditions this year and with five months left until the season’s end, it’s important for North Florida students...

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Construction site of tall brown Osprey Ridge dorm buildings, blocked off by a metal fence.

Housing: Over 350 incoming freshman on standby list, Osprey Landing undergoing renovations

Ethan Howick, Sports Editor | Jun 29, 2025

The demand for first-year students living on University of North Florida campus is higher than ever, putting just over 350 incoming freshmen on a standby list, according to Housing and Residence Life Director...

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A blue logo featuring the outline of Florida and a torch in the center, surrounded by the text "State University System of Florida" and "Board of Governors" along its border.

Florida out-of-state tuition could see significant increase over next two years following new Board of Governors rule

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | Jun 27, 2025

Out-of-state students at the University of North Florida could see a tuition rise of up to 10% starting this fall, and up to 15% starting fall 2026. The raise in tuition comes after the Florida Board of...

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Blue and white “Go Ospreys!” banner outside of Thomas G. Carpenter Library.

Incoming first-year UNF students share hopes, goals, first impressions

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jun 24, 2025

As the University of North Florida welcomes its newest Ospreys through summer orientation sessions, incoming freshman are already looking ahead to campus life with a mix of excitement and nerves. Over...

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Dr. Kimberly Mayer is smiling with brown hair, glasses, wearing a black sweater and red blouse.

UNF names Dr. Kimberly Mayer as Chief Research Officer

Madelyn Schneider, Editor-in-Chief | Jun 24, 2025

The University of North Florida announced Tuesday that Dr. Kimberly Mayer will be the university’s new Chief Research Officer starting this fall. The Chief Research Officer is responsible for...

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President Donald Trump speaks from the East Room of the White House in Washington, Saturday, June 21, 2025

The Latest: Iran says it launched attack on US forces at Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base

Associated Press | Jun 23, 2025

This coverage is no longer being updated. For more Associated Press updates on the Israel-Iran war, click here. Iran launched a missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for...

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An Israeli flag is hung outside a damaged apartment two days after it was struck by a missile launched from Iran

US has struck three Iranian nuclear sites, Trump says, joining Israeli air campaign

Aamer Madhani, Associated Press | Jun 21, 2025

The following story was first published by the Associated Press and last updated on June 21, 2025 at 7:57 p.m. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Saturday that the U.S. military struck...

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The glass doors going into the new Osprey Print and Ship Services.

UNF campus UPS Store closes, will be replaced by university-run postal service

Osaremen Uwaifo, Government Reporter | Jun 16, 2025

The UPS Store located on the University of North Florida campus permanently closed April 30 and will be replaced by a university-run service, Osprey Print & Ship, early July 2025. The store was...

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People gather on the grounds of Florida’s old capitol in Tallahassee, Fla., for “No Kings” protest

AP: Anti-Trump demonstrators crowd streets, parks and plazas across the US. Organizers say millions came

Marc Levy, Claudia Lauer, and Jim Vertuno | Jun 15, 2025

The following story was originally published by the Associated Press and last updated on June 15, 2025 at 3:37 a.m. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Masses of demonstrators packed into streets, parks and plazas...

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UNF students at the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.

UNF students gain hands-on experience excavating shell mounds at Timucuan preserve

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jun 13, 2025

An anthropology professor at the University of North Florida is leading a team of students in a 6-week excavation project within the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.  The professor, Dr. Keith...

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New apartments coming to UNF fall 2027, expected to house up to 700 students

Ethan Howick, Sports Editor | Jun 13, 2025

In just over two years, the University of North Florida will have another on-campus housing option for students. To accommodate UNF’s growing enrollment and additional debt, the university is partnering...

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