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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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Dr. Madeleine Albright meets with members of the UNF community. Photo courtesy of the University.

Photo gallery: Madeleine Albright speaks at UNF

Courtney Green, News Editor | Feb 6, 2020

Check out these photos from former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright's visit to UNF last night. Photos courtesy of the University. — For more information or news tips, or if you see an...

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UNF professor creates books about children with superpowers

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director | Feb 4, 2020

A psychology professor at UNF is using books to help show children with disabilities that they can be superheroes, too.  Dr. Tracy Alloway, an upper level course professor, has a series titled SEN...

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UNF Osprey Sculpture. Photo credit Jonathan Merin.

Spring Into Action With These Events This Semester

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Feb 4, 2020

Madeleine Albright: Tomorrow at 7:00 pm., Madeleine Albright, the first female secretary of state (under Bill Clinton) will be discussing her new book and career highlights at the UNF Arena. Prior to the...

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Entry to the LGBT Resource Center. Photo by Tiffany Butler.

LGBT Resource Center welcomes new director

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director | Jan 30, 2020

The LGBT Resource Center has gained a new director, and he has traveled far to be here.  Manny Velasquez-Paredes and his family traveled all the way from New York to sunny Jacksonville, Florida in...

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The Grammys: Wrap up

The Grammys: Wrap up

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter | Jan 29, 2020

This past Sunday, the 62nd annual Grammy awards took place, and with that came many amazing performances such as Aerosmith, Tylor the Creator, Billie Eilish and BTS. On top of the amazing performances,...

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Opinions: A hole in the big tent

Trent Gautney, Opinions Reporter | Jan 29, 2020

On Tuesday night, the Democratic primary candidates held their seventh and last debate before the Iowa caucuses in Des Moines. Though the dialogue between candidates remained fairly cordial, a tension...

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