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Club Con is exactly what UNF needs

Logan Ansteatt Jan 31, 2018

Few things are more essential to having a complete and fulfilling college experience than being involved in something bigger than yourself. Freshman year and beyond, having a solid group of people with...

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Left to Right: Maddie Stubboefield, Firall Alemayehu, Taylor Pederson, Brianna Nadeau, Danielle, Daniel Avalos, and Madeline Duvall. Photo by Colin McCann.

The OCT Program takes another step toward improving student’s lives

Colin McCann Jan 25, 2018

For some people, life is about following your passion, and for the UNF On Campus Transition (OCT) Program Director Bernadette Gismonde, her passion is working with individuals who have intellectual developmental...

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Osprey Productions. Courtesy of Facebook

Homecoming events discussed in forum

Colin McCann Jan 23, 2018

Held in the Senate chambers, Homecoming Forums were lead by Director of Osprey Productions Rachel Bryant on Jan. 17 and 18. The forums covered important dates and information about upcoming events. Homecoming...

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The benefits of on-campus jobs

The benefits of on-campus jobs

Colin McCann Jan 23, 2018

Juggling school and work is what drives most students to outbursts of insomnia and insanity, often simultaneously. What’s worse, your boss sometimes won’t care that you have a class schedule to work...

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Be kind to your mind with Mental Health Awareness Week

Be kind to your mind with Mental Health Awareness Week

Colin McCann Jan 18, 2018

UPDATE: Trivia Night was rescheduled from Tuesday at 6 p.m. to Monday at 6 p.m. Many people, especially students, struggle with mental health on a monthly, weekly, or even daily basis. To help raise...

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Five things to do if the Jaguars lose today

Five things to do if the Jaguars lose today

Logan Ansteatt Jan 14, 2018

We all know the Jacksonville Jaguars are going to pull out a dominant victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers today. But, it’s always best to plan for the worst-case scenario, regardless of how unlikely...

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Lori Nix, "Library (2007)." Archival pigment print
Courtesy of ClampArt, New York City

New MOCA Jacksonville exhibits: “Unverified” and “Circumvolve: Narratives and Responses to Life Cycles”

Liliana Kendall Jan 12, 2018

Art is perhaps the most liberating and creative form of expression in which the artist turns their abstract thoughts and feelings into physical meaning. The emotional expression behind many pieces is undeniable....

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The Presidential Search Committee discussing the updates on new candidates. Photo by Tristan Reyes

Presidential Search: What has happened and what is to come?

Colin McCann Jan 10, 2018

Change is coming to UNF leadership, as President John Delaney will be finishing up his term at the end of the semester. Delaney's last day in office will be May 31. Although we as a student body may...

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To close out the celebration, a lei was garlanded onto the statue of Martin Luther King Jr. in UNF's Peace Plaza.  Photo by Jordan Perez

Martin Luther King Jr. holiday events around UNF

Logan Ansteatt Jan 9, 2018

Martin Luther King Jr. Day brings a three-day weekend early in the semester. For those looking to celebrate the holiday or simply avoid a lazy day at home, here are some events in and around UNF for students...

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The English Language Program office

English Language Program provides volunteer opportunity for UNF students

Sam Chaney Jan 9, 2018

UNF students now have the opportunity to volunteer with the English Language Program (ELP) and help international students improve their English language skills. Volunteers will work with ELP students...

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The first week of Spring semester is full of fun events that are free for students with a valid Osprey1 Card.Photo provided by UNF Campus Life.

Spring Into The Semester: First Week Events

Sam Chaney Jan 7, 2018

With the holiday season coming to a close, it’s time to warm up to the idea of a new semester, and UNF has just the events to kick it off. Here are a few of the upcoming First Week events, all of...

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Award winning UNF alum encourages environmental activites

Award winning UNF alum encourages environmental activites

Pierce Turner, Features Editor Dec 27, 2017

When was the last time you went rock climbing? What about kayaking? More importantly, when was the last time you did something to help the environment? For all of these questions, the answer is “very...

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