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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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Check it or Chuck it: Mayday sticks the sweet landing

Check it or Chuck it: Mayday sticks the sweet landing

Ethan Leckie, Opinons Editor Mar 7, 2024
Good day, everyone. This is your captain speaking. On behalf of Spinnaker, I am pleased to welcome you aboard Flight Number Five with service to Mayday Ice Cream in St. Johns Town Center.
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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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Indexing, a review

Indexing, a review

Alyssa Schneider, Features Intern Feb 14, 2024

This article expresses the views of its author(s), separate from those of this publication. Readers are encouraged to comment or submit a Letter to the Editor to share their opinions. To submit a Letter...

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Picture of "What the River Knows" cover (Kiela Jefferson)

What the River Knows, a review

Kiela Jefferson, Features Intern Feb 12, 2024
“What the River Knows” by Isabel Ibañez is a historical fantasy similar to Agatha Christie's books such as “A Haunting in Venice'' and “Death on the Nile." The story follows Inez Oliveria, a talented member of upper society with artistic abilities and knowledge of Egypt. 
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Fanart of Parahumans: Worm (Photo courtesy of Abi Ibarra)

Parahumans: Worm, a review

Alyssa Schneider, Features Intern Feb 11, 2024
“Parahumans: Worm” is a complete web serial, an online novel that updates one chapter at a time. Started in June 2011 and finished in late 2013, “Worm” is completely online, completely free and comes broken up into small chapters for your convenience. At over 1 million words, “Worm” is an intimidatingly long read, but it is definitely worth trying. 
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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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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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