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The Ozfest Poster, courtesy of Osprey Life and Productions.

Ozfest to happen tomorrow

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Apr 7, 2021

To celebrate the end of the school year, Osprey Life and Productions is holding its annual Ozfest this Thursday, April 8, featuring Diplo and MAX. Diplo is an American DJ famous for songs such as “Where...

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Acting Manatee County Administrator Dr. Scott Hopes speaks during a news conference Sunday, April 4, 2021, at the Manatee County Emergency Management office in Palmetto, Fla. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency Saturday after a leak at a large pond of wastewater threatened to flood roads and burst a system that stores polluted water. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

AP: Florida dismisses 2nd breach risk at phosphate reservoir

CURT ANDERSON, Associated Press Apr 6, 2021

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Engineers and dam safety specialists evaluating the danger of a catastrophic flood from a leaking Florida wastewater reservoir determined that the threat of a possible second...

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UNF celebrates Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter Apr 6, 2021

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIH), UNF will be hosting several virtual events on Zoom all through April. AAPIH is usually celebrated nationally during May to commemorate...

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How to prep for finals week

How to prep for finals week

Mally Nichols, Reporter Apr 5, 2021

The end of the semester is only weeks away, with finals week officially beginning on April 17th. This means that now is the time to start gearing up for final exams and projects, but what are the best...

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A guide to de-escalating roommate fights

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Apr 5, 2021

When living with someone, fights and conflicts are inevitable. Suppressing anger and discontent with your roommate, or significant other, allows the repressed feelings to build up and eventually explode....

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Image created by Shelby Senesac.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month: UNF to host informative discussions via Zoom

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Apr 5, 2021

Join UNF’s virtual panel and discussion series taking place through Zoom this month which aims to raise awareness of sexual violence; inform students, faculty, and staff on reporting procedures, and...

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How to make a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in Jacksonville

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Mar 29, 2021

After Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced the expansion in eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine, more and more people are beginning to flock to vaccine appointments. Figuring out how...

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The Thomas G. Carpenter library.  Photo by Colin McCann

UNF library accepting submissions for Haiku Poetry Contest

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter Mar 29, 2021

In honor of National Poetry Month, Ospreys have a chance to win $30 in prizes during April’s Haiku contest hosted by the Thomas G. Carpenter Library. According to Marriam-Webster, a Haiku is defined...

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Photo courtesy of UNF / UNF Giving Day Zoom background

UNF Giving Day 2021 recap; What the donated funds will go towards

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Mar 24, 2021

UNF Giving Day 2021, which took place earlier this month, was the most successful one yet. The donated funds from this year’s Giving Day will go a long way, continuing to make UNF’s campus and student...

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Courtesy of David Eckstein-Schoemann.

The COVID-19 vaccine experience part two

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Mar 24, 2021

It’s been one month since I received my first injection of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine on February 15th. This week I’ve recently received my second dose and am about to go into detail about my experience. My...

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Courtesy of the UNF LGBTQ+ center.

This week is UNF’s annual sex week

Jordan Ramos, Reporter Mar 23, 2021

This week the LGBTQ+ Center is hosting UNF’s annual Sex Week. There will be many events, most of which will take place  through Zoom. Students can sign up for these Zoom meetings at this link.  On...

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Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash.

Safe spring break activities for students this week

Jordan Ramos, Reporter Mar 23, 2021

This week is UNF’s Safe Spring Break. There will be many on-campus events, as well as off-campus events. Osprey Life and Productions is hosting the event.  On Monday, March 22, there will be a Trivia...

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