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Lufrano Art Gallery: "Watersheds"

Lufrano Gallery’s newest exhibit: “Watershed”

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Oct 17, 2019

The Lufrano Intercultural Gallery on UNF’s campus has installed a new collection of pieces called “Watershed.” The exhibit highlights the relationship between “land, water, and man in the Mississippi...

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Meghan Markle and her International Day of the Girl speech

Meghan Markle and her International Day of the Girl speech

Jessica Volz, Intern Reporter | Oct 17, 2019

Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, shared a speech in honor of International Day of the Girl.  She used social media to encourage movement, reflected on her successes and recognized that women's equality...

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Behind the dreaded attendance policies

Christopher Jennings, News Anchor | Oct 16, 2019

This may come as a surprise to the majority of the student body at UNF, but it turns out that mandatory attendance isn’t a policy that is imposed on the administration level--but it’s at the discretion...

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Opinions: Campus preachers have rights too

Matthew Caballero, Opinions Reporter | Oct 16, 2019

As the byproduct of a Cuban family, I am keenly aware of the importance of a liberal approach to free speech.  One of the great traditions of the liberal movement in America is a voracious defense of...

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UNF Spook-a-thon is coming

Alexander Bowman, Police reporter | Oct 15, 2019

It’s spooky season and if you love Halloween movies, you might be interested in Osprey Productions’ Spook-a-thon. Spook-a-thon is a spooky movie marathon. It’s on Oct. 30 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m....

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Rise of the Raccoons

Rise of the Raccoons

Nathan Turoff, Critter Columnist | Oct 15, 2019

One of the most unique aspects of UNF is its diverse range of wildlife. One of the most elusive and dangerous creatures that inhabit our campus is the Raccoon.  Procyon Lotor, or commonly referred...

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Netflix's 'Unbelieveable' tells a story that hits home for many victims

Netflix’s ‘Unbelieveable’ tells a story that hits home for many victims

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director | Oct 14, 2019

Content Warning: This article contains references to sexual assault.  The March night in Lynnwood, Washington felt like any other. A young woman, new to living on her own, falls asleep while talking...

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Halloween costume safety: Tips and tricks

Halloween costume safety: Tips and tricks

Jessica Volz, Intern reporter | Oct 14, 2019

Maybe you've already purchased your costume for Halloween, or perhaps you're still undecided on the whole getup. Nevertheless, costume safety tips can help ward off unforeseen dangers. The National Safety...

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Sony Gaming Video Games Ps4 Controller Playstation

The next generation of PlayStation is upon us

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter | Oct 10, 2019

Earlier this week, Wired broke the news that the PlayStation 5 would be released during the holiday season of 2020, along with some more information about the console from PlayStation system architect...

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Is earning a 4-year college degree considered ‘celebrity status'?

Is earning a 4-year college degree considered ‘celebrity status’?

Jessica Volz | Oct 9, 2019

Is having a college degree the equivalent of having a VIP pass? For these three students-turned-celebrities, achieving their 4 year degree was only the beginning. MUSICIAN Cole, five-time platinum...

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A house divided: “Riverdale” opinions

Spinnaker Team | Oct 9, 2019

Amongst the hustle and bustle of the Spinnaker News editorial meeting on Monday, the staff got into a bit of a debate. Is “Riverdale” any good? A handful of us laughed at the CW show and a handful...

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Glued to the screen: CW's "Nancy Drew" premiers tomorrow night

Glued to the screen: CW’s “Nancy Drew” premiers tomorrow night

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Oct 8, 2019

CW is taking a mature approach with their new crime-drama series, “Nancy Drew.” Similar to another CW series, “Riverdale,” the characters and setting is based on past children’s (comics/books)...

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