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Postponed: UNF to hold community gathering Tuesday after racist shooting over weekend

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Aug 28, 2023
The University of North Florida announced they will hold a community vigil on Tuesday to grieve, heal and support the community after a racist shooting left three dead in New Town on Saturday. 
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The Green, located at the center of UNF's campus, is a popular spot for students trying to relax between classes. A smaller school than UF or FSU, many students can find quiet spots across campus to study, read and hang out.

What do students think of UNF’s 25,000 enrollment goal?

Jeanne Gilbert, Reporter Aug 21, 2023

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees recently approved a new strategic plan, outlining a variety of goals for the university to accomplish over the next five years. Among these is a plan to...

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A yard sign by the Student Union advertising upcoming programming about the Red Zone at the University of North Florida. (Carter Mudgett/Spinnaker)

The Red Zone is approaching: a higher-risk time of year for sexual assaults

Mallory Pace, News Editor Aug 17, 2023

For its third year, various University of North Florida faculty and staff will speak on a panel to discuss the Red Zone — the time of year that sees the most instances of sexual assault on campus  —...

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Smith stands in front of Disney's Vero Beach Resort.

UNF graduate playing key role in Disney-led sea turtle research

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Aug 16, 2023

Rachel Smith, a University of North Florida graduate, is making waves due to her role in Disney Conservation’s recent findings regarding sea turtles in Florida. The Tour de Turtles, an educational...

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Maxwell Taylor (bass), Samuel Baglino (guitar/vocals), Luke Hoey (guitar) and Josh Gualino (drums) of Jacksonville Beach's Seagate. Photo courtesy of Seagate.

For surfers, skaters and go-go dancers, a night with Seagate

Joseph Wolfe, Reporter Aug 7, 2023

“Seagate needs gas money. Five dollars to get in…” It was a firm one-liner delivered to every kid that tried to enter. Each attendee before the last clawed at the bottom of their blue jean pocket...

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Yaupon Holly lead singer Kerr. Photo courtesy of Yaupon Holly.

Surf, soap and rock & roll, an interview with Yaupon Holly

Joseph Wolfe, Reporter Aug 7, 2023

The sun set over San Marco, and a cool, tropical breeze swept through the city. Locals retreated to their homes, bracing for a summer storm. Yet, despite the gray clouds sweeping over Jacksonville, a small...

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Barbie Movie Poster from Barbie Official Movie Site.

The layers of the Barbie movie are infinite, a review

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jul 27, 2023

The Barbie movie did more than put on a phenomenal film with elaborate dance numbers and carefully curated costumes — it brought together generations of women to celebrate the one thing we all have in...

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Fish swimming near a reef

Recent heat poses major threat for Florida’s marine life, UNF biology professor explains

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Jul 25, 2023

Extreme temperatures have been commonplace in Florida in recent weeks, putting one of the state’s already-vulnerable populations, its marine life, in even more danger. Jacksonville residents are familiar...

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Mahalia White brought national attention to the University of North Florida with her inspirational story.

Stage IV cancer, a torn ACL not enough to stop Mahalia White from achieving greatness on and off the court

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Jul 24, 2023

For many student-athletes new to a college campus, meaningful playing time is a distant dream. But, this wasn’t the case for Mahalia White who was named Big West Freshman of the Year after a phenomenal...

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Ethan Leckie (left) and Lauren Fox (right) each won second in their respective categories in the Green Eyeshade Awards student division.

Spinnaker writers recognized in Green Eyeshade Awards, only Florida students to place

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jul 14, 2023

For the second year in a row, two of Spinnaker’s reporters have again landed a spot on the Green Eyeshade Awards’ podium for their work. Stacked up against other student reporters across the U.S. southeast,...

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UNF President Limayem receiving Sentinel Award from Dr. Paul Sanberg at NAI's 12th annual meeting. Mark Skalny (c)2023

UNF president wins National Academy of Inventors “Sentinel Award”

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jul 10, 2023

Moez Limayem, the University of North Florida’s seventh president, was awarded the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) Sentinel Award for his contributions to innovation and invention, the university...

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Where to celebrate Independence Day around Jacksonville: Food, Fireworks, and More

Jeanne Gilbert, Reporter Jul 3, 2023

Independence Day is almost here and many exciting events are planned in the Jacksonville area. With no classes on the 4th, students and faculty have the perfect opportunity to spend their day off enjoying...

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