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T.I. awards a college student with a $25,000 scholarship

T.I. awards a college student with a $25,000 scholarship

Jessica Volz, Reporter Oct 21, 2019

Rapper and TV personality, T.I. Harris,  honored the life of his late sister by awarding a college student a 25-thousand dollar scholarship.  The recipient, Tierany Scott, was distinguished for being...

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Performer at Fall 2019 Battle of the Bands. Photo by Romario.

Missed Battle of the Bands? Here’s a recap

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter Oct 20, 2019

This article was updated October 21, 2019 at 11:37 a.m.  Jason Tidman, also known as “Tiddy,” a Jax-based DJ, won this year's Battle of the Bands this past Friday night and will be the first performer...

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Tyler Perry Studios is making some additions: A new residence for youth in need

Tyler Perry Studios is making some additions: A new residence for youth in need

Intern Reporter, Jessica Volz Oct 17, 2019

The largest film production studio, Tyler Perry Studios, will be a future residence for displaced members of the community.   Perry's next set of goals for the old confederate base-turned-production...

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Rocco's Pizza Food Truck serving free pizza, bread knots, and mozzarella sticks to the UNF students. Photo by Caleb Moseley

Food Truck Frenzy and Battle of the Bands

Morgan Holbrook, Copy Editor Oct 17, 2019

The biggest party on campus will be at the Student Union Amphitheater this Friday night. Instead of the Osprey Clubhouse, Food Truck Frenzy will be held at the J.B. Coxwell Amphitheater with Battle...

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Meghan Markle and her International Day of the Girl speech

Meghan Markle and her International Day of the Girl speech

Jessica Volz, Intern Reporter Oct 17, 2019

Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, shared a speech in honor of International Day of the Girl.  She used social media to encourage movement, reflected on her successes and recognized that women's equality...

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UNF Spook-a-thon graphic

UNF Spook-a-thon is coming

Alexander Bowman, Police reporter Oct 15, 2019

It’s spooky season and if you love Halloween movies, you might be interested in Osprey Productions’ Spook-a-thon. Spook-a-thon is a spooky movie marathon. It’s on Oct. 30 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m....

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Rise of the Raccoons

Rise of the Raccoons

Nathan Turoff, Critter Columnist Oct 15, 2019

One of the most unique aspects of UNF is its diverse range of wildlife. One of the most elusive and dangerous creatures that inhabit our campus is the Raccoon.  Procyon Lotor, or commonly referred...

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Netflix's 'Unbelieveable' tells a story that hits home for many victims

Netflix’s ‘Unbelieveable’ tells a story that hits home for many victims

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Oct 14, 2019

Content Warning: This article contains references to sexual assault.  The March night in Lynnwood, Washington felt like any other. A young woman, new to living on her own, falls asleep while talking...

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Halloween costume safety: Tips and tricks

Halloween costume safety: Tips and tricks

Jessica Volz, Intern reporter Oct 14, 2019

Maybe you've already purchased your costume for Halloween, or perhaps you're still undecided on the whole getup. Nevertheless, costume safety tips can help ward off unforeseen dangers. The National Safety...

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Sony Gaming Video Games Ps4 Controller Playstation

The next generation of PlayStation is upon us

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter Oct 10, 2019

Earlier this week, Wired broke the news that the PlayStation 5 would be released during the holiday season of 2020, along with some more information about the console from PlayStation system architect...

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Is earning a 4-year college degree considered ‘celebrity status'?

Is earning a 4-year college degree considered ‘celebrity status’?

Jessica Volz Oct 9, 2019

Is having a college degree the equivalent of having a VIP pass? For these three students-turned-celebrities, achieving their 4 year degree was only the beginning. MUSICIAN Cole, five-time platinum...

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Glued to the screen: CW's "Nancy Drew" premiers tomorrow night

Glued to the screen: CW’s “Nancy Drew” premiers tomorrow night

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Oct 8, 2019

CW is taking a mature approach with their new crime-drama series, “Nancy Drew.” Similar to another CW series, “Riverdale,” the characters and setting is based on past children’s (comics/books)...

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