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Oktoberfest information

Ozzie Oktoberfest: The 5 W’s to know

Mallory Pace, Government Reporter Sep 21, 2022

What: 2022 Ozzie Oktoberfest festival on the University of North Florida (UNF) campus, a UNF tradition held since 1972 that celebrates the traditional Oktoberfest held in Germany.  When: Tomorrow,...

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The SLS in Cape Canaveral

NASA to launch Artemis 1 in preparation for return to the moon

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Aug 27, 2022

In the early morning hours on Monday, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) will launch the first integrated rocket test of its new Orion Spacecraft, which will one day return humans...

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Chally shaking hands with a student

UNF to host part-time job fair this Tuesday

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Aug 22, 2022

The University of North Florida’s (UNF) Part-Time Job Fair will be this Tuesday, Aug. 23, according to an email from the UNF Career Services.  The first day of the fall 2022 semester is the Monday...

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First, only opportunity for UNF community to meet candidates begins during finals

First, only opportunity for UNF community to meet candidates begins during finals

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Apr 27, 2022

With the candidates announced, the University of North Florida presidential search committee is moving on to its next stage: introducing the candidates to the campus community.  A meet and greet schedule,...

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UNF Sculpture Program to bring potatoes to Germany

UNF Sculpture Program to bring potatoes to Germany

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Apr 8, 2022

Potatoes are one of the most popular vegetables in the world. People may be familiar with red, gold or even sweet potatoes, but two University of North Florida (UNF) professors are working to add “sculpture”...

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Event calendar courtesy of UNF ASIA.

UNF celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with upcoming events

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Apr 8, 2022

The University of North Florida (UNF) has several special events coming up to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Spinnaker reached out to UNF’s Asian Students in Alliance...

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UNF logo

UNF Interfaith Center hosting conference Thursday

Julia Croston, Managing Editor Apr 5, 2022

The University of North Florida Interfaith Center will host a conference, at the Robinson Theater on April 7, to discuss “Religious Literacy for a Diverse Democracy.” “We are excited for this...

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Image courtesy of UNF Ogier Gardens.

UNF Ogier Gardens presents: Osprey Spring Jamboree

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Mar 30, 2022

Join your peers in dancing to live music and eating free empanadas at the fourth annual Osprey Spring Jamboree. The event will be held on Friday, April 1 from 11 a.m. to  4 p.m. in the UNF Ogier Gardens. Free...

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Audience members and performers gather on stage.

Wrapping up Black History Month with the Black Excellence Expo

Lauren Fox, General Assignment Reporter Feb 28, 2022

Black artists showcased their talent Friday night at the Black Excellence Expo, hosted by the University of North Florida Black Student Union.  The evening was a celebration of Black history and...

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UNF students wait in line for a food truck at Jax Melanin Market Meets Market Days

UNF and Jax Melanin Market collide, a dual photo gallery

University of North Florida Market Day: Invited to the UNF Student Union Plaza, students enjoyed food trucks, black locally owned businesses and live music to celebrate the last full week of Black History...

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Graphic Courtesy of Osprey Life and Productions.

Don Toliver and The Third Estate to perform at Ozfest; what to expect and how to score free tickets

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Feb 9, 2022

One of the University of North Florida’s (UNF) most prominent annual events, Ozfest, has a lot riding on it, especially after Ozfest 2021 was held as a drive-in event.  This year, it will be held...

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Orlando Van Gogh exhibit. Photo courtesy of Carter Mudgett.

‘Beyond Van Gogh’ Immersive Exhibit coming to Jacksonville

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Feb 7, 2022

Soon enough, you’ll be able to experience the work of one of the world’s most popular post-impressionist artists in quite an enveloping way. The Beyond Van Gogh exhibition immerses its guest in a large...

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