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UNF raises over $2.3 million during sixth annual Giving Day fundraiser

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Apr 5, 2024

The University of North Florida held its sixth annual Giving Day event this week. According to the university, the fundraiser raised over $2.3 million from over 4,300 donors, more than double the amount...

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The UNF Physics Department and Astronomy Club often host eclipse watch parties when they are visible from Jacksonville. (Photo courtesy of UNF)

UNF Department of Physics and Astronomy Club hosting eclipse watch party

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief Apr 4, 2024

The University of North Florida's Department of Physics and Astronomy Club are collaborating to host a watch party for the upcoming solar eclipse next Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the J.B. Coxwell Amphitheater. This...

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Vendors displayed and sold their art at the queer arts market.

UNF Student Union hosts first queer arts market event

Sydney Teitelbaum and Madelyn Schneider Apr 4, 2024

Updated April 11, 2024: Spinnaker originally referred to Mack Rush as the president of UNF's Pride Club. However, she is the social media specialist, and the story has been updated to reflect that. Spinnaker...

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Several companies set up booths run by female representatives. (Photo courtesy of PS27)

UNF and PS27 host Female Founders Forum for aspiring female entrepreneurs

Sydney Teitelbaum, Police Reporter Mar 15, 2024

Last Friday, on International Women’s Day, the University of North Florida hosted PS27’s Female Founders Forum, a convention hosted by women entrepreneurs for women entrepreneurs.  In attendance...

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Carrie: The Musical, a review

Kiela Jefferson, Features Intern Mar 11, 2024
The University of North Florida’s theatre club Swoope Troupe hosted its three-day premiere of Carrie: The Musical last month. This production based on Stephen King's novel and the 1976 film adaptation exceeded my expectations.
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UNF hosting several events for Homecoming 2024

Rachel Bacchus, Reporter Feb 8, 2024

This week marks the University of North Florida's annual homecoming celebration, and the university has been hosting several events for students to enjoy. UNF kicked off the week with the widely anticipated...

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What to know before OzFest 2024

What to know before OzFest 2024

Rachel Bacchus and Jeanne Gilbert Feb 2, 2024

This year, the University of North Florida will host OzFest, its annual homecoming concert, at UNF Arena on Saturday, Feb. 3, at 7 p.m. T-Pain and Flo Milli will be performing, with last semester’s Battle...

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  The event will feature Pacific Islander’s traditions and food. Graphic Courtesy of: Asian Students In Alliance

Road to Asia event happening at UNF Thursday

Aubrey Lowery, Multimedia Journalist Apr 19, 2023

Asia is the largest continent in the world, housing 60% of the world's population. Consisting of over 100 different cultures to be celebrated, right here at the University of North Florida.  Road to...

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UNF Wind Symphony to perform piece about Alzheimer’s Wednesday, ending three-day residency with composer John Mackey

Aubrey Lowery, Multimedia Journalist Apr 4, 2023

[Updated 10:40 p.m. on April 4, the headline was changed from “Composer John Mackey to perform at UNF Wednesday” to “UNF Wind Symphony to perform piece about Alzheimer’s Wednesday, ending three-day...

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A sign by UNF's Eco Adventure pavilion by Lot 54.

UNF’s first open zip night of the semester happens tonight. What do you need to know?

Aubrey Lowery, Multimedia Journalist Feb 9, 2023

The Osprey Challenge Course is reopening to the community tonight and the University of North Florida’s Eco Adventure is celebrating with its first open zip night of the semester.  This is an opportunity...

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It’s homecoming week at UNF. Here’s what you need to know

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jan 30, 2023

Homecoming week at the University of North Florida has arrived; made possible by UNF’s Student Government and Osprey Life and Productions, each day consists of a new event, all leading up to the annual...

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The Tabacinic Campus for Jewish Life at UNF is located a short mile drive from the core UNF campus.

Fighting hate and antisemitsm, Holocaust museum travels to UNF next week

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jan 13, 2023

The Chabad Center at the University of North Florida is partnering with UNF’s Interfaith Center to present the Hate Ends Now Tour, a traveling Holocaust museum aimed at bringing awareness and recognition...

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