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Column: Every body is a summer body

Column: Every body is a summer body

Mallory Pace, News Editor | Jun 1, 2023

Summertime has begun its first rounds of beach weekends and pool days. Everyone is preparing for unforgivable sunburns, those times you find sand in unspeakable places and. . . the unwelcoming bathing...

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FILE - Marchers make their way toward the St. Pete Pier in St. Petersburg, Fla., on March 12, 2022, during a march to protest the controversial "Don't say gay" bill passed by Florida's Republican-led legislature. For many of those who live in Florida, recent months in 2023 have brought some changes — many linked to Gov. Ron DeSantis. (Martha Asencio-Rhine/Tampa Bay Times via AP, File)

AP: With all the politics and maneuvering, how is life in Florida changing for its residents?

The Associated Press | May 22, 2023

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — “Don’t say gay.” Regulation of books and classroom discussion. Teachers, parents and school librarians all navigating new and uncertain ground. LGBTQ+ rights under attack....

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Erica (left) and John Garwood (right). Photo courtesy the Mark Garwood Foundation.

Substance abuse foundation expanding, bringing new scholarships to North Florida

Riley Platt, Sports Editor | May 16, 2023

The Mark Garwood Foundation, which helps past substance addicts attend college through a variety of initiatives, is expanding its efforts to North Florida by bringing scholarships for students seeking...

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Screenshot of the new version of UNF's myWings homepage. (Mallory Pace)

There’s a new version of myWings, here’s how to find your stuff

Mallory Pace, News Editor | May 11, 2023

The newest version of the University of North Florida’s myWings page was updated on May 8, introducing a sleeker, more minimalistic look.  myWings is UNF’s web portal, providing students and members...

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Navigating an ever-changing world, UNF professor on what’s next after graduation

Mallory Pace, News Editor | May 5, 2023

Another graduate class will step out of their caps and gowns and into professional work attire today. Just like that, the college chapter of life comes to a bittersweet end. Now what?  The leap from...

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WeChat on a phone with other messaging apps

BOG WeChat ban builds barrier for international students

Judd Barczak and Carter Mudgett | May 2, 2023

The Florida Board of Governor’s recent decision to ban TikTok, a popular social media app, at public universities — including the University of North Florida — created controversy among students,...

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Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Outfielder Peyton Burdick #6 hitting a ball from a Nashville Sounds pitcher on April 19th, 2023 at 121 Financial Ballpark in Jacksonville Florida.

Through the eyes of a photographer: April

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | May 1, 2023

Summer is less than a week away and though it's something to look forward to, that also means Spinnaker is saying farewell to Photographer Justin Nedrow who graduates Friday with a Bachelor of Science...

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UNF players high fiving.

Dominick Madonna: A veteran’s perspective on UNF baseball’s 2023 season

Jacob Justice, Sports Reporter | May 1, 2023

This week, senior UNF pitcher Dominick Madonna sat down to answer a variety of questions regarding the roster, his progression over the years, and tough opponents both in the Sunshine State and the ASUN...

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Lissie Morales, the president of Students for a Democratic Society, holds a homemade sign in front of Lazzara Hall where University of North Florida President Moez Limayem would later be inaugurated.

Behind the students of activist group Students for a Democratic Society

Grae Barron, Reporter | Apr 21, 2023

With the onslaught of bills targeting university students, faculty and staff, protests are happening rain or shine all around Florida. Here at the University of North Florida, students often protest with...

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  The event will feature Pacific Islander’s traditions and food. Graphic Courtesy of: Asian Students In Alliance

Road to Asia event happening at UNF Thursday

Aubrey Lowery, Multimedia Journalist | Apr 19, 2023

Asia is the largest continent in the world, housing 60% of the world's population. Consisting of over 100 different cultures to be celebrated, right here at the University of North Florida.  Road to...

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Beatrice (played by Christine Casey).

Behind the words of UNF Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” adaptation

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Apr 18, 2023

When “all the world’s a stage,” writing a play can be daunting, but how about taking a play by William Shakespeare, editing and then sticking it on a stage? University of North Florida Shakespeare...

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The University of North Florida cybersecurity team. (Courtesy of Scott Jeffrey).

Osprey Security bound for nationals

Judd Barczak, Reporter | Apr 17, 2023

The University of North Florida student cybersecurity team, Osprey Security, recently took first place at the Southeast Regional Cyber Defence Competition, beating out several other teams including the...

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