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Tips to relieve your exam stress

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor Nov 8, 2019

Finals are right around the corner, and that means stress, lack of sleep and too much coffee are right there with them. For many Ospreys, finals are almost unbearable at times. Luckily, there are some...

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My Chemical Romance is back and we're seriously not okay

My Chemical Romance is back and we’re seriously not okay

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter Nov 7, 2019

It's time to “darken your clothes and strike a violent pose.” My Chemical Romance have announced a reunion show on December 20. They have also revealed that they would be performing at Download...

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The Swooptroupe presents: The Sound of Music

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Nov 7, 2019

The Swooptroupe is presenting The Sound of Music, a wonderful, multi-oscar awarded musical about an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in the home of a widowed Naval officer with seven kids. She warms...

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Barney goes to Hollywood

Barney goes to Hollywood

Chris Jennings, News Anchor Nov 7, 2019

“Get Out” star Daniel Kaluuya is collaborating with Mattel Films to create a live-action “Barney the Dinosaur” film. And yes. You read that right -- our childhood purple dinosaur friend is going...

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Opinions: Better choices equals better results

Matthew Caballero, Opinions writer Nov 6, 2019

In an era when more students are graduating from our country's university system than ever before, we are also seeing the average student’s debt rise to inconceivable levels. Just last year the average...

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Swoop on in for Avengers: Endgame

Swoop on in for Avengers: Endgame

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter Nov 6, 2019

Tonight, Osprey Life and Productions is showing “Avengers: Endgame” at the UNF Coxwell Amphitheater. The event runs from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This event is free to students who bring their Osprey...

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UNF study finds having indoor plants can decrease stress levels in women

Jessica Volz Nov 6, 2019

If you're thinking about getting an indoor plant but don't know if the hassle is worth it then you may want to consider it more beneficial for your mental health. Especially, after hearing about a new study...

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Porchfest is in full swing

Porchfest is in full swing

Darvin Nelson, General assignment reporter Nov 6, 2019

Jacksonville Porchfest is a free event with an expected 50 vendors, including a variety of food trucks and local artists selling art. 18 music groups will also perform live. The festival is this Saturday,...

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Ospreys invest like SWOOP

Ospreys invest like SWOOP

Emma Sheridan, Volunteer Nov 5, 2019

Investing is the last thing that comes to mind when struggling with financial insecurity in college.  The Finance and Investment Society of the University of North Florida seeks to change that. The...

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Opinions: Mass customization

Normandi Tapia Nov 5, 2019

Jeez, well that sounds real technical… what high level jargon is that? That jargon is from my Foundations of Business class. Mass customization makes products just for you - just for everyone frankly...

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Movie Review: Star Wars rewind

Movie Review: Star Wars rewind

Seeing how great the first Star Wars turned out, you’re probably wondering how Lucasfilm would be able to top it.  One example was by creating an emotionally-engaging sequel that moves the story...

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A skateboard was stolen from outside the Osprey Clubhouse. Another skateboard was stolen from a shuttle bus after a student left it on the bus. Photo by Patrick Lloyd

Man on the street: How students feel about skateboarders on campus

Brett Nweeia, Staff reporter Nov 1, 2019

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDybchM2WdU[/embedyt] At the University of North Florida, there are many ways to get around campus in order to quickly get to classes. One popular way of arriving...

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