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Front cover of Vogue featuring Beyonce

Black History Month: First Black Photographer to Shoot a Cover for Vogue

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Feb 14, 2020

In 2018, Vogue released their famous September fashion issue featuring  famous R&B singer, Beyonce Knowles, photographed by 23 year-old Tyler Mitchell; making him the the first black photographer...

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Spend your Valentine’s at the opera

Courtney Green, News Editor Feb 14, 2020

Fancy the opera? If you’re looking for an on-campus date idea for Valentine’s Day, look no further than the Andrew A. Robinson Theater. Tonight is the final night to view “The Mikado,” a comic...

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Its time to upgrade your phone: Samsung unvails their new lineup

Its time to upgrade your phone: Samsung unvails their new lineup

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter Feb 14, 2020

Earlier this week Samsung unveiled their new lineup of smart phones, so if you’ve been holding off from getting a new phone, now may be the time.  The smart phones revealed at the event included...

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The Atlantic Ocean

UNF Surfrider club making waves when it comes to protecting the ocean

Ambar Ramirez, Volunteer Reporter Feb 13, 2020

The ocean makes up more than 70 percent of Earth’s surface and is a necessity to our survival, but humans have taken advantage of the calm waters and triggered a wave of climate change. The UNF chapter...

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Poster of 'Hair Love' short film

Black History Month: Director of ‘Hair Love’, Matthew A. Cherry wins Oscar

Zach Yearwood, Sports Reporter Feb 13, 2020

Afrocentric hairstyles have long been stigmatized in American culture. Locs have been prohibited from many a workplace with afros and cornrows being viewed as “unprofessional”.  There has been...

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This Valentine's, have a hot date with Tommy G

This Valentine’s, have a hot date with Tommy G

Courtney Green, News Editor Feb 13, 2020

Are you looking for that perfect partner for Valentine’s Day? Tommy G’s will hook you up and book you up. Tomorrow is your last day to experience the love that only Blind Date with a Book can...

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Broomstick challenge declared to be nothing but a myth

Heydi Ortiz, Managing Editor Feb 12, 2020

You might’ve heard about a tweet that claimed NASA said Monday was the only day you could make your broom stand up due to the Earth’s gravitational pull. But, if you tried the challenge yourself and...

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How to do Valentine's with the Galentine's

How to do Valentine’s with the Galentine’s

Heydi Ortiz, Managing Editor Feb 12, 2020

For most, Valentine's can be a day filled with love and appreciation for your significant other. For others, it’s a dreaded holiday to avoid. But if you’re flying solo on Valentine's day, why not make...

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Birds of Prey promotional poster. Courtesy of Warner Bros.

Movie review: Birds of Prey

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Volunteer Reporter Feb 10, 2020

Seeing as how Joker has been in the spotlight for the past few decades, it’s about time Harley Quinn has her time to shine in the new movie "Birds of Prey". Starting off on the small screen with Batman:...

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See yourself in Peace Corps? Preparation is key

See yourself in Peace Corps? Preparation is key

Leah Cirelli Feb 7, 2020

UNF students thinking about a stint in the Peace Corps have lots to consider. Can they wash their own clothes by hand? Bathe in a stream? Walk 90 minutes to work each day? Jacksonville beach local,...

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Flyer for OZ Fest, Spring 2020.

OZ fest line up announced

Courtney Green, News Editor Feb 6, 2020

Osprey Life and Productions has officially announced the line up for OZ Fest -- Gunna and TiDDY. For those unfamiliar, Gunna is a rapper who has previously collaborated with Lil Baby and Young Thug....

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Native Sun set to rise again

Native Sun set to rise again

Courtney Green, News Editor Feb 6, 2020

A popular, much beloved grab-and-go restaurant that doubled as a deli and food store is set to reopen February 12. Native Sun Natural Foods Market announced its close in August of 2019, effectively...

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