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93 octane and a car treadmill; How Osprey Racing is preparing for their first race in nearly two years

93 octane and a car treadmill; How Osprey Racing is preparing for their first race in nearly two years

John Watson, Sports Editor | Apr 2, 2021

As the Osprey Racing members load up their 600-pound vehicle onto what seems like a car treadmill, they aren’t just seeing how fast their machine can go. These college students are learning how to improve...

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UNF chemistry professor awarded exclusive fellowship in Washington, D.C.

UNF chemistry professor awarded exclusive fellowship in Washington, D.C.

Shelby Senesac, News Editor | Apr 1, 2021

UNF associate professor of chemistry, Dr. Josh Melko, has been awarded the highly competitive American Chemical Society (ACS) Congressional Fellowship in Washington, D.C. Only two spots for the fellowship...

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Jujutsu Kaisen review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter | Apr 1, 2021

It took a while, but I finally got around to watching “Jujutsu Kaisen,” one of the most talked-about anime’s right now. It’s interesting because this show hasn’t even been around for a year,...

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Ospreys voice their thoughts on Lil Nas X’s controversial music video and shoes

Kyle McGovern, Reporter | Apr 1, 2021

Lil Nas X is taking serious heat after releasing sneakers on Monday based on the Nike Air Max 97s and collaborating with New York-based collective MSCHF. The shoes have a pentagram charm, an inverted cross,...

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Album cover art for Sound Ancestors by Madlib

Album Review: Sound Ancestors by Madlib

Furio Gerwitz, Volunteer DJ | Mar 31, 2021

Album: Sound Ancestors Artist: Madlib   Sound Ancestors is the latest album by American hip hop producer Madlib, with significant contributions made by fellow producer Four Tet, best...

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FILE - In this March 20, 2021, file photo the March Madness logo is shown on the court during the first half of a men's college basketball game in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. A Supreme Court case being argued this week amid March Madness could erode the difference between elite college athletes and professional sports stars. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

AP: Ball in their court: Justices take on NCAA restrictions

JESSICA GRESKO, Associated Press | Mar 31, 2021

WASHINGTON (AP) — The NCAA and former college athletes are getting ready to play ball at the Supreme Court. With the March Madness basketball tournament ongoing, the high court will hear arguments...

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Tips for building credit and avoiding debt

Shelby Senesac, News Editor | Mar 30, 2021

Having credit is key when it comes to renting an apartment, buying a house, purchasing a car, and much more. Aside from having credit built up, having a good credit score is extremely beneficial because...

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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Ep. #2

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Ep. #2

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter | Mar 30, 2021

A lot has happened in the past week. First, we had Sam giving away the shield, then super soldier terrorists, and now the U.S. government has installed a new face as Captain America. Let’s see where...

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UNF's plans for transitioning from Spring to Summer

UNF’s plans for transitioning from Spring to Summer

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor | Mar 30, 2021

In emails sent to all students over myWings in the past few weeks, the University has announced its plans to have all students living on-campus move out at the end of the semester, and all summer students...

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Sweet Spotify playlists to study to

Mally Nichols, Reporter | Mar 30, 2021

Much research has gone into learning if listening to music, while studying, can increase retention for the subjects that a student is studying. Ultimately, it comes down to the type of music and the person...

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How to make a COVID-19 vaccine appointment in Jacksonville

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor | Mar 29, 2021

After Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced the expansion in eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine, more and more people are beginning to flock to vaccine appointments. Figuring out how...

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UNF to hold COVID-19 clinic for those 18 and older

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter | Mar 29, 2021

UNF announced that Student Health Services (SHS) will be holding a second COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for employees and students 18-years-old and older on Tuesday, April 6, and Wednesday, April 7.  The...

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