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UNF student searching for cause of dolphin health problems

UNF student searching for cause of dolphin health problems

Tierney Harvey Aug 11, 2017

Some people don’t know there are dolphins living in the Saint Johns River. Even more are unaware that they’re in trouble, according to UNF coastal biology graduate student Amber Brown. In recent...

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Outtakes can be a great option when you don't ave time for the cafe. Photo by Ben Cross

Osprey Eyes Mystery Programs pays students to be secret shoppers

Ronnesha Rodgers Aug 8, 2017

The Osprey Eyes Mystery Patron Program seeks out the good and the bad on venues around UNF’s campus. Starting back in 2014, the student-based customer service program is entering its eighth semester...

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Jacob Hardy with Violet, a T.A.I.L.S. graduate with terminal cancer. Photo provided by Pit Sisters.

UNF student changes lives of inmates and dogs

Pierce Turner Aug 7, 2017

Internships are common for fourth year criminal justice majors at UNF, with most students taking theirs with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and doing ride-alongs or going to court. However, only...

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Senior Spotlight: Angela Inciong earns UNF service award

Senior Spotlight: Angela Inciong earns UNF service award

Joslyn Simmons Aug 4, 2017

https://youtu.be/MSUXEkzjrJ0 Video by Joslyn Simmons  When the UNF Arena fills up for the 2017 summer commencements, one senior will have more than just her degree when she walks across the stage. Angela...

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Ospreys without a home: UNF works with homeless students

Ospreys without a home: UNF works with homeless students

Pierce Turner Aug 3, 2017

Homeless students are a small population at UNF, but an important one. They have to balance all of their classes and responsibilities like the rest of us, in addition to figuring out a place to stay...

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Students react to the possibility of an open carry gun law on campus

Pierce Turner Jul 28, 2017

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPdmdwqF8Qg   Florida Governor Candidate Adam Putnam (R) supports the passing of an open carry law at Florida universities. Currently, students with a license...

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Flagships: music and nutrition at UNF

Flagships: music and nutrition at UNF

Ronnesha Rodgers Jul 27, 2017

UNF offers several different flagship programs for students at the undergraduate and graduate level. When a program has reached flagship status they receive financial support for a five year period....

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New Osprey Productions Director plans changes and addresses cancelled concerts

New Osprey Productions Director plans changes and addresses cancelled concerts

Jul 26, 2017

Osprey Productions will rebrand and hold more student focus groups this year, according to the new director, Rachel Bryant. Bryant, a senior political science and history major with a minor in Chinese,...

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The best and worst of UNF’s closest movie theaters

The best and worst of UNF’s closest movie theaters

Andy Moser Jul 25, 2017

Going to the movies can be a great release for students. There’s really nothing like being able to sit down, enjoy some unhealthy food, and depart from reality for two hours as homework and studying...

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Group fitness at UNF: what you need to know

Group fitness at UNF: what you need to know

Tierney Harvey Jul 25, 2017

For students who don’t feel at home at the gym, following an instructor - and knowing someone will tell them if they’re doing a move wrong or going to hurt themselves - is a requirement for a good...

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BSU teams with local businesses for back to school drive

BSU teams with local businesses for back to school drive

Ronnie Rodgers Jul 24, 2017

https://youtu.be/u8YmLohAORY Video by Ronnie Rodgers and Joslyn Simmons UNF’s Black Student Union has teamed up with local businesses for the Back 2 School Supply Drive.  BSU’s President Markale...

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A look at UNF's on-campus preschool

A look at UNF’s on-campus preschool

Joslyn Simmons Jul 22, 2017

Stand two feet from the iron gates of the UNF preschool and the sounds of children can be heard in the air. Children standing as high as the average college student’s knee play and learn in the...

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