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Luckey and her friends at the welcome week event. (Courtesy of Saniya Luckey)

UNF freshmen find first week of college easier than expected

Sasha Koresh, News Editor | Aug 25, 2025

After their first week of college life, University of North Florida freshmen say adjusting to the new campus and classes has been easy.  First-year psychology major Saniya Luckey said before starting...

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An outside view of the Flats at UNF from the lake.

Is The Flats at UNF right for you? Here’s what to know

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | Aug 18, 2025

The Flats at UNF offers apartment-style residential housing for University of North Florida students.  As one of the university’s eight residence halls, The Flats at UNF offers a unique blend of...

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The new Osprey Connectors are up and running around campus.

Getting around UNF: Your guide to the Osprey Connector shuttle system

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | Aug 6, 2025

The University of North Florida’s Osprey Connector shuttle system provides free, reliable transportation around campus and to the nearby St. Johns Town Center when classes are in session. The Osprey...

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Outside look at the pool and main building of Osprey Fountains at UNF

Flooding, weird smells and pizza vending machines: Students share on-campus housing experiences

Ethan Howick, Sports Editor | Jul 31, 2025

Just over 4,000 students live on the UNF campus across eight different University-owned and operated residence halls. While not all dorms, apartments or rooms are available to every student, UNF students...

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A multi-level brick and concrete building titled the "Brooks College of Health" sits behind multiple trees and plants.

UNF’s campus accessibility efforts aim to remove barriers for students

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jul 18, 2025

Students and staff at the University of North Florida say the campus is more accessible than ever. With a focus on academic accommodations, physical accessibility, and inclusive learning environments,...

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Students sits alone on campus at UNF

UNF students reflect on summer semester loneliness

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jul 10, 2025

As the University of North Florida prepares for the fall semester, students say limited event scheduling, lack of funding, and underused campus resources are making it harder to build lasting connections,...

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Cooking demonstration of vegetable kabab over a black pan on a burner.

UNF student-led Nourish to Flourish leads fight against food insecurity

Osaremen Uwaifo, Government Reporter | Jul 2, 2025

Less than two years after its launch, Nourish to Flourish –a student-led initiative at the University of North Florida–is making strides in the fight against food insecurity and childhood obesity in...

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Blue and white “Go Ospreys!” banner outside of Thomas G. Carpenter Library.

Incoming first-year UNF students share hopes, goals, first impressions

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jun 24, 2025

As the University of North Florida welcomes its newest Ospreys through summer orientation sessions, incoming freshman are already looking ahead to campus life with a mix of excitement and nerves. Over...

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Black Thought Club members smile together in front of a screen at a discussion meeting.

Juneteenth at UNF: Black Thought Club encourages reflection and education

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jun 19, 2025

As Juneteenth sparks reflection on Black liberation and history, the University of North Florida’s Black Thought Club is creating space for students of color to connect and be heard through intentional...

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A UNF student holds up an LGBTQ flag with a fist at a protest

Pride Month at UNF: Tracing the lasting legacy of the LGBTQ Center

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jun 16, 2025

In honor of Pride Month, UNF students and staff continue to reflect on the university’s queer history and the legacy of the now-closed LGBTQ Center. Manny Velasquez-Paredes, the former director of...

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Rows of cars in Lot 18

A first-timers guide to parking at UNF: Permit sale dates and parking tips

Ethan Howick, Sports Editor | Jun 8, 2025

If any new or returning student plans on bringing their car to the UNF campus, it’s recommended they purchase a parking permit as soon as they go on sale, which can be as early as July 15 for some students.  Parking...

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Students studying abroad in Daejeo, South Korea smile for a photo together underneath an arch on stair steps.

UNF students reflect on their self-discovery and professional growth after studying abroad

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jun 5, 2025

University of North Florida students who have studied abroad said the experience offered them not only academic credit, but also critical, personal and professional growth.  With stories of learning,...

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