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Virtual biomedical research seminars begin today through UNF

Virtual biomedical research seminars begin today through UNF

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Sep 9, 2021

UNF’S Biomedical Sciences program is hosting monthly “Research in Progress” virtual seminars. For those who don’t know, the formal definition of Biomedical Science is a set of sciences applying...

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UNF Student Veterans of America to honor 20th anniversary of 9/11

UNF Student Veterans of America to honor 20th anniversary of 9/11

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Sep 9, 2021

The Student Veterans of America’s (SVA) UNF Chapter will meet at the Veterans Plaza, near the Student Union, to remember the 20th anniversary of September 11, 2001. The ceremony will consist of a wreath-laying...

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Hurricane protocol for students, faculty, and staff

Hurricane protocol for students, faculty, and staff

Majdouline Bakor, Multimedia Reporter | Sep 9, 2021

Hurricane season has already begun as Hurricane Ida recently smashed through Louisiana, tearing a path across the United States, causing catastrophic rainfall and flooding in New Jersey and New York City....

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What are the most common Emotional Support Animals among UNF students?

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Sep 9, 2021

Studies have shown that our generation is far more likely than other generations to suffer from anxiety and depression. This cannot be attributed to one singular source, but it is alarming for our future. While...

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All the new 9/11 documentaries released on streaming services for the 20th anniversary

All the new 9/11 documentaries released on streaming services for the 20th anniversary

Michael Tracey, General Assignment Reporter | Sep 8, 2021

The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, is one of the darkest days in our nation’s recent history. For the 20th anniversary, Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, and Apple TV+ have released gripping documentaries...

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‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ review

‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter | Sep 8, 2021

Marvel is back again with its latest cinematic entry, “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”. Based on a character from Marvel comics, Shang-Chi isn’t a character that has gotten a lot of exposure...

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Study tips for incoming students

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Sep 7, 2021

Starting college can be intimidating for incoming students, due to the academic load that often requires a different approach than the one once used in high school. Here are some tips to get on the right...

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The significance of Rosh Hashanah

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Sep 7, 2021

Today marks the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, which is the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar. Rosh Hashanah is one of the holiest days in Judaism and signifies the creation...

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Activities on campus you may not know about

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Sep 7, 2021

College loans and expenses can go toward more than your academic experience at UNF. They also could go towards student life.   There are over 200 clubs and organizations to choose from on-campus,...

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What is Labor Day?

What is Labor Day?

Carter Mudgett and Nathan Turoff | Sep 6, 2021

Another year has passed and Labor Day has given students their long-awaited three-day weekend, but what is this holiday and why do we celebrate it? First off, it’s a federally recognized holiday, meaning...

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How the pandemic socially changed everything

How the pandemic socially changed everything

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Sep 3, 2021

If one takes a walk through campus, they’ll see people of all different backgrounds and walks of life. Perhaps you’d be friends with some of the people you pass, others, you probably would never be...

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Students taking part of the Fortnite Tournament at the Boathouse in 2018.

Is the Boathouse gone for good?

John Watson, Sports Editor | Sep 3, 2021

Featured Image: Colin McCann Is the Boathouse closed for good? The rise of COVID meant a sudden fall for one of UNF’s oldest dining establishments? With the Boathouse remaining empty for over a...

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