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Facebook Oversight Committee announces ruling on Donald Trump’s account

Carter Mudgett, Government Reporter May 7, 2021

On May 5, the Facebook Oversight Committee released their review of Facebook’s suspension of Donald Trump in which they ultimately decided to uphold the ban. However, they noted that it was “not appropriate”...

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UNF students’ thoughts on some colleges requiring COVID-19 vaccine

Shelby Senesac, News Editor May 6, 2021

There is a growing number of colleges in the U.S. that will now require students to have the COVID-19 vaccine before returning to campus in the fall. As of now, UNF isn’t one of them, but Spinnaker wanted...

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May the Fourth: Star Wars Day

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor May 5, 2021

Yesterday, May 4, you may have heard some people use the phrase, “May the Fourth be with you.” May 4 is the official unofficial Star Wars Day. Ever since the first movie premiered in 1977, Star Wars...

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Politics and Celebrities

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Apr 30, 2021

Following the recent Trump presidency, numerous other celebrities have thought about joining the folds of American politics. The country first saw this with 45th President Donald Trump. Former Apprentice...

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Stunning mural created for Spinnaker Media

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Apr 27, 2021

Vibrant bursts of color and a captivating work of art now greet those who enter Spinnaker Media’s office thanks to recent UNF graduate and Spinnaker’s design editor, Jill Responte. Responte has...

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COVID-19 violations at UNF

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Apr 26, 2021

Although UNF hasn’t had as many students on campus as previous years because of the pandemic, there has still been a large number of students who have violated the university’s protocols and rules...

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Things to do in Jacksonville on a rainy day

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Apr 22, 2021

Florida’s rainy season is right around the corner – the wet season stretches from May to October every year. Despite Florida being the “Sunshine State,” many Floridians have become accustomed to...

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Does a graduate’s GPA really matter?

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Apr 22, 2021

It’s a question that crosses most college students’ minds: Will my graduating GPA affect my chances of getting or not getting the job I apply for? To put it simply, your GPA might not matter as...

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UNF students install new sculptures at local parks

UNF students install new sculptures at local parks

Hayley Simonson Apr 21, 2021

Check out some art by University of North Florida students that has been and will be installed around Jacksonville. The students' sculptures were installed at James Weldon Johnson Park on April 16, 2021....

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The effect of COVID-19 on theatres

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Apr 19, 2021

It is a time of uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic as so many of us had to undergo social restrictions to protect our health and well-being. This included going to bars, meeting friends at sports...

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One Punch Man review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Apr 14, 2021

Since I’ve talked about Marvel, DC, and other superheroes in the media, it only makes sense that I give my thoughts on “One Punch Man.” The series takes place on the supercontinent, Earth, where...

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Apex Legends’ in game event War Games is live

Jordan Ramos and Carter Mudgett Apr 14, 2021

Apex Legends’ new War Games event is now live! The event will consist of five different takeovers and last until April 27. A free battle pass has been added for players to earn rewards and complete challenges. All...

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