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Multimillion-dollar Alzheimer’s disease prevention research led by UNF professor

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Apr 22, 2022

(Updated April 23, 2022, to correct minor factual inconsistencies.) Most students may not have Alzheimer’s disease, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t care. Meet Dr. Jody Nicholson, a University...

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A look into the Boathouse’s tumultuous history

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Apr 20, 2022

Did you know that the original Boathouse burned down in a fire? Or that it used to be called “Wackadoo’s?” Well, the Boathouse has quite an interesting history, and many hope its future is likewise. In...

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Are UNF students addicted to coffee?

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Apr 20, 2022

Most college students face similar struggles—late-night studying and early morning classes—causing many to use caffeine to boost their energy levels faltering from a lackluster sleep schedule, but...

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UNF officials give advice on safe sex in college

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Apr 12, 2022

College is a well-known place of exploration in various aspects of young adult life, including sexual activity. It’s important to educate yourself on the practices of safe sex, especially if you are...

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UNF Sculpture Program to bring potatoes to Germany

UNF Sculpture Program to bring potatoes to Germany

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Apr 8, 2022

Potatoes are one of the most popular vegetables in the world. People may be familiar with red, gold or even sweet potatoes, but two University of North Florida (UNF) professors are working to add “sculpture”...

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UNF celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with upcoming events

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Apr 8, 2022

The University of North Florida (UNF) has several special events coming up to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Spinnaker reached out to UNF’s Asian Students in Alliance...

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It’s more than reusable, it’s an emotional support water bottle

Mallory Pace, Reporter | Apr 7, 2022

The time for using wasteful plastic water bottles is over, and in its place is the emerging era of reusable water bottles.  According to Healthy Human Life, U.S. landfills are overflowing with two...

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UNF Interfaith Center hosting conference Thursday

Julia Croston, Managing Editor | Apr 5, 2022

The University of North Florida Interfaith Center will host a conference, at the Robinson Theater on April 7, to discuss “Religious Literacy for a Diverse Democracy.” “We are excited for this...

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“The Sentence”: haunting and healing through language

Julia Croston, Managing Editor | Apr 1, 2022

Akin to a kaleidoscope — shifting in focus and meaning — Louise Erdrich’s “The Sentence” uses protagonist Tookie to reveal the complexities and interplay of identity and language.  Tookie...

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UNF Ogier Gardens presents: Osprey Spring Jamboree

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Mar 30, 2022

Join your peers in dancing to live music and eating free empanadas at the fourth annual Osprey Spring Jamboree. The event will be held on Friday, April 1 from 11 a.m. to  4 p.m. in the UNF Ogier Gardens. Free...

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Drawing of a man drinking beer in one hand and holding an alligator in the other while standing in a boat floating in a swamp.

Origins of the “Florida Man”

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Mar 29, 2022

“Florida Man arrested for trying to get alligator drunk,” “Florida Man Arrested For Calling 911 After His Kitten Was Denied Entry Into A Strip Club ,” “Florida man found with drugs after getting...

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“Why I care about Black History”: essay contest winners

Suzanne Shea, Nichole Cohen, and Eric Wells | Mar 24, 2022

The following works won placement in the “Why I care about Black History” essay contest sponsored by the University of North Florida Office of Interdisciplinary Programs. Prizes had the potential to...

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