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Two paddles and three pickleballs on a court. (Aleksander Saks/Unsplash)

OPINION: Pickleball is worth the hype

Sarah Eng, Opinions Intern Jan 5, 2025

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The Green, located at the center of UNF's campus, is a popular spot for students trying to relax between classes. A smaller school than UF or FSU, many students can find quiet spots across campus to study, read and hang out.

OPINION: You don’t always find your bridesmaids in college

Sarah Eng, Opinions Intern Oct 28, 2024

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OPINION: It’s okay to be bad at things

OPINION: It’s okay to be bad at things

Sarah Eng, Opinions Intern Sep 23, 2024

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OPINION: It’s time to beat the Sunday scaries

OPINION: It’s time to beat the Sunday scaries

Sarah Eng, Opinions Intern Sep 16, 2024

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Letter to the Editor: Abroad in Italy

Letter to the Editor: Abroad in Italy

Kiela Jefferson, Hicks Honors Student Sep 7, 2024

Though it is like a distant dream now, my time in Italy will permanently reside in me. The Italy Art History trip was filled with fun and wonder. I knew little about Art History or Photographic skills...

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Upperclassmen share dorm essentials and what freshmen should know

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Jul 31, 2024

Move-in is right around the corner for students at the University of North Florida. To help incoming freshmen navigate their first move-in, upperclassmen shared some things that made dorm life easier.  Eda...

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Are you losing aura points? Understanding the new social currency

Are you losing aura points? Understanding the new social currency

Schmidt Joseph, Volunteer Reporter Jul 24, 2024

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Car-dependency and ‘third places’ in Jacksonville

Thomas Herrold, Reporter Intern Jul 8, 2024

Once hallmarks of the classic American aesthetic, pedestrian-oriented “third places” like quaint main streets and public squares are declining. Now, younger generations are left with little other...

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Over 80% of the world lives with light pollution—what are they missing out on?

Thomas Herrold, Reporter Intern Jun 24, 2024

The stars above Jacksonville are slowly disappearing, becoming dimmer due to increasing light pollution and urban development. But the growing obstruction of our night sky shouldn’t only concern astronomers—it...

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Maynite and White-Bing use the UNF library's new recording studio to make ASMR content. (Sebastian Pandelache/Unsplash)

UNF library employees helping students relieve stress with ASMR content

Thomas Herrold, Reporter Intern Jun 18, 2024

ASMR has made its way to the University of North Florida’s Thomas G. Carpenter Library, and the two librarians behind the videos said they hope this new resource will help students during stressful times.  Scientifically...

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OPINION: Self-imposed sobriety isn’t too bad

OPINION: Self-imposed sobriety isn’t too bad

Ethan Leckie, Opinions Editor Feb 14, 2024
To paraphrase a book I’ve never read, it is a truth universally acknowledged that alcohol can be bad for you. From liver damage and high blood pressure to regrettable actions and memory loss, we’ve all become aware of the adverse effects of one too many. With holiday indulgences firmly behind us, a break was in order.
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Patrick Mahomes keeps his super bowl MVP mentality as he had another strong performance in the first game of the season. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Watch party on a budget: The sports editor’s guide to Super Bowl Sunday

Jacob Justice, Sports Editor Feb 10, 2024

The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers are set to suit up against each other in the NFL's biggest game this Super Bowl Sunday. As such, college students around the country have been preparing to...

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