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Spinnaker celebrates our Hispanic staff

Spinnaker celebrates our Hispanic staff

Oct 15, 2020

Mariana Mejia - Feature Reporter   Colombia   Senior majoring in communications and minoring in political science     “I'm a Colombian American born in the U.S. to Colombian parents....

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Warning signs and how to get help

Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Warning signs and how to get help

Darvin Nelson, News Editor | Oct 15, 2020

Many abusers can seem charming and fun at first, and won't blatantly abuse at the beginning of a relationship. Though, there are some red flags that can occur within the early part of the relationship...

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Track-by-track review of 'Moveys'

Track-by-track review of ‘Moveys’

Carissa Marques, Creative Services Director | Oct 15, 2020

With all the chaos that has unfolded this year, music has acted as a soothing pastime  throughout the months. Chicago indie rock band, Slow Pulp, shares that calming sound in their recently released album. The...

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Dr. Ellen Ochoa was the first Hispanic woman to go to space.

Hispanic Heritage Month highlight: Dr. Ellen Ochoa

Aloe Suarez, Features Reporter | Oct 14, 2020

When Apollo 11 first landed on the moon in 1969, the entire U.S. nation witnessed history, including an eleven-year-old girl who grew up to be the first Hispanic woman to fly into space: Dr. Ellen Ochoa. Born...

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Review of Hulu's 'Monsterland'

Review of Hulu’s ‘Monsterland’

Kaitlyn Bowers, Features Editor | Oct 13, 2020

Hulu’s latest horror series brings the thrills and chills with its terrifying creatures—but not without a dose of real life horror to go with it.  “Monsterland” is an anthology series released...

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Graduates displaying their customized caps.

Graduation commencement to be held virtually for fall semester

Darvin Nelson, News Editor | Oct 13, 2020

Upcoming graduates may be excited to hear that UNF is expected to hold the Fall 2020 commencement celebration virtually on Friday, Dec. 11, according to an Osprey email.  Part of the commencement will...

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iPhone 12 with wireless charger

Apple announces new line of iPhones

Erik Feliciano, Reporter | Oct 13, 2020

For those who have been dying to upgrade to the next line of iPhone, the wait is nearly over, as Apple has just announced the next series of iPhones. Starting off with the new iPhone 12 which will retail...

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Review of 'FIFA 21'

Review of ‘FIFA 21’

Jonathan Melancon, Reporter | Oct 13, 2020

Is “FIFA 21” a sure shot goal or does it deserve a red card penalty? EA Game’s “FIFA 21” was released for Playstation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch on Oct. 9, 2020, as part of the “FIFA”...

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Indigenous people embrace their culture by denouncing Columbus Day

Indigenous people embrace their culture by denouncing Columbus Day

Aloe Suarez, Reporter | Oct 12, 2020

Indigenous people across the nation are geared up in festive attire to celebrate their Native American and other ethnic heritage in continual protest of Columbus Day. More states are dubbing the second...

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Five things to do in Florida during autumn

Kathlene Lei Ruiz, Creative Services Intern | Oct 9, 2020

Are you looking to do some fun fall activities but don’t know where to start? Here’s a helpful guide to how you can safely celebrate autumn in the Sunshine State. Enjoy nature Fall is the...

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DIY 'Addams Family' stress ball

DIY ‘Addams Family’ stress ball

Mariana Mejia, Reporter | Oct 9, 2020

Are you stressed out? Do you need a hand? Well Ospreys, here’s a “thing” or two to help you handle your stress. Follow along to learn how to make your own DIY “Addams Family” Thing stress ball....

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The Writing Center encourages students to submit in the 2020 General Election Informed Citizens Writing Contest.

The Writing Center encourages students to submit in the 2020 General Election Informed Citizens Writing Contest.

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter | Oct 8, 2020

Students may not think there’s any benefit to voluntarily writing another research paper, but Linda Howell, Director and Senior Instructor for the UNF Writing Program and Center, encourages students...

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