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Don Toliver and The Third Estate to perform at Ozfest; what to expect and how to score free tickets

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Feb 9, 2022

One of the University of North Florida’s (UNF) most prominent annual events, Ozfest, has a lot riding on it, especially after Ozfest 2021 was held as a drive-in event.  This year, it will be held...

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The Bachelor: Episode 4 recap

Mallory Pace, Reporter | Feb 8, 2022

The third episode of ABC’s ‘The Bachelor’ ended with the women in agreement that Shanae is at the center of all the drama, and episode 4 immediately picked up on that theme.  Clayton began the...

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“Encanto,” a spoiler-filled movie review

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Feb 7, 2022

I had very low expectations going into this movie, as most of Disney’s recent films had been generic sequels to its cash-crop movies like “Frozen.” I was completely wrong. Upon first viewing,...

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Orlando Van Gogh exhibit. Photo courtesy of Carter Mudgett.

‘Beyond Van Gogh’ Immersive Exhibit coming to Jacksonville

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Feb 7, 2022

Soon enough, you’ll be able to experience the work of one of the world’s most popular post-impressionist artists in quite an enveloping way. The Beyond Van Gogh exhibition immerses its guest in a large...

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The UNF time capsule, created in 1997, was opened for the university’s 50th anniversary. Photo via the UNF archives.

UNF opens 25 year old time capsule

Julia Croston, Managing Editor | Feb 4, 2022

Celebrating the university’s 50th anniversary, University of North Florida library archivists opened a time capsule created in 1997, revealing documents and memorabilia important to university history....

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Struggling to get enough sleep?: UNF administrator offers tips for improvement

Jaina Lockhart-Rome,, Reporter | Feb 4, 2022

Sleep, one of the most basic and important needs to maintain a healthy self, is often the one aspect of life that college students struggle with. Swamped with other duties, many students fail to prioritize...

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Digital Health: How to deal with trolls and bullies online

Majdouline Bakor, Multimedia Journalist | Feb 3, 2022

There’s a universal rule when engaging online with trolls and bullying: Ignore them and don’t feed into their commentary.  Social media is a platform designated for users to share content and participate...

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The evolution of the UNF logo

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Feb 2, 2022

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the University of North Florida. That’s 50 years of students, faculty, staff, and more. But there is one thing that might first come to mind when you think of...

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Exploring the importance of stretching

Exploring the importance of stretching

Michael Tracey, General Assignment Reporter | Feb 2, 2022

One of the most beneficial and straightforward exercises you can do is stretching. However, many people don’t do it in their daily lives. Understanding the importance of stretching will assist in creating...

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UPD's new Ford Explorers circa 2016.

50 years of UPD

Julia Croston, News Editor | Feb 1, 2022

Set to cross the 50-year threshold of existence this year, check out the history of the University of North Florida Police Department (UPD) and revisit some of the most interesting cases and stories over...

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Through the eyes of a photographer: January

Justin Nedrow, Photographer | Feb 1, 2022

Wrap up the first month of 2022 with this gallery of photos by Spinnaker Photographer Justin Nedrow.

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Black History Month graphic by Spinnaker Creative Services.

Black History Month 2022 UNF calendar of events

Julia Croston, News Editor | Feb 1, 2022

(Updated 10:00 am Tuesday, Feb. 1, to include updated Kickoff event.) Celebrating Black History Month, various organizations on UNF’s campus are hosting free events throughout the month of February.  The...

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