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FILE - In this undated file photo issued by the University of Oxford, a volunteer is administered the coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University, in Oxford, England. New results released Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020, on the possible COVID-19 vaccine suggest it is safe and about 70% effective. (John Cairns/University of Oxford via AP, File)

COVID-19 vaccine available for UNF faculty over 65 next week

Darvin Nelson, Editor-in-Chief Jan 27, 2021

An on-campus  COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be open for UNF faculty who are over the age 65 to get vaccinated on Tuesday, Feb. 2, and Wednesday, Feb. 3. The vaccinations will take place at the UNF Field...

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Provost Patterson speaks to the UNF Senate

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter Jan 27, 2021

Interim Provost Karen Patterson spoke at last Friday’s Senate meeting, Jan. 22, discussing topics ranging from the importance of a strong mindset, to the university COVID-19 response. She has been a...

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UNF Persistence Advocacy Program Manager shares valuable note-taking strategies; Take notes

UNF Persistence Advocacy Program Manager shares valuable note-taking strategies; Take notes

Kyle McGovern, Reporter Jan 27, 2021

Persistence Advocacy Program Manager Matthew Harris recently hosted a Note-Taking Webinar to share some listening and note-taking tips for UNF students. “Organization is challenging but manageable,”...

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Roses lie with a note saying "#weremember", at the Holocaust Memorial on the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, in Berlin, Germany, Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)

AP: Auschwitz survivors mark anniversary online amid pandemic

VANESSA GERA, Associated Press Jan 27, 2021

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — A Jewish prayer for the souls of people murdered in the Holocaust echoed Wednesday over where the Warsaw ghetto stood during World War II as a world paused by the coronavirus pandemic...

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Photo from Brody’s series “Public Domain” - Welcome to Fabulous Art (Mural collaboration by Dustin Harewood, Elena Ohlander and Shaun Thurston; mirror mosaic by Christy Frazier, Jacksonville, FL), 2020, Archival Inkjet Print / Image courtesy of Ally Brody

Meet UNF’s Student Artist-in-Residence, Ally Brody; exhibit now open at MOCA

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Jan 26, 2021

The UNF Student Artist-in-Residence exhibit, “Ally Brody: Public Domain,” is a sight to see. Brody’s “Public Domain” captures and highlights the uniqueness and creativity of street art throughout...

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“Locked Down” Spoiler-free review

Kyle McGovern, Reporter Jan 26, 2021

Anne Hathaway and Chiwetel Ejiofor lead in a romantic comedy-heist film, called “Locked Down”, about a frustrated married couple who plan a secret heist during the COVID-19 lockdown in London....

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FILE - This Aug. 13, 2020, file photo shows a logo for Netflix on a remote control in Portland, Ore. Netflix’s video streaming service has surpassed 200 million subscribers for the first time as its expanding line-up of TV series and movies continues to captivate people stuck at home during the ongoing battle against the pandemic. The subscriber milestone highlighted Netflix’s fourth-quarter results released Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)

COVID-19 puts streaming and movie theatres head to head

Carter Mudgett, Government Reporter Jan 26, 2021

With the past year overshadowed by the Coronavirus pandemic, companies have had to find a better way to deliver entertainment to people. Because movie theaters have shut down across the country for the...

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Anime Review: “Your Lie in April”

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jan 26, 2021

In the last few years, I’ve come across some great pieces of anime. Most of you are likely aware of some of the more popular ones, like “Spirited Away” and “My Hero Academia”. If you’re...

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis addressed the media at the River Garden Hebrew House for the Aged in Jacksonville, Fla., on the status of COVID-19 vaccination rates in the state's nursing homes and assisted living facilities Monday, Jan. 25, 2021. (Bob Self/The Florida Times-Union via AP)

AP: DeSantis to feds: Florida wants more COVID-19 vaccine doses

ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON, Associated Press Jan 26, 2021

MIAMI (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says the flow of COVID-19 vaccines has been stagnant and the state needs more to meet the increasing demand from residents. In a news conference at a nursing...

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The ultimate true-crime watchlist

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter Jan 25, 2021

Whether you are a detective wannabe, mystery lover, or just a fan of crime and punishment, Spinnaker has rounded up the top ten best documentaries, shows, and series for the ultimate true crime fanatic. Dateline...

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Biden reverses Trump administration’s “discriminatory” travel ban

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter Jan 25, 2021

As one of his first acts as President of the United States, President Joe Biden officially revoked Executive Order 13780 and Proclamations 9645, 9723, and 9983 on Jan. 21, 2021. Often referred to...

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WandaVision episode three review

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Jan 25, 2021

Last week on WandaVision, color entered the picture as we found our characters in a 70s style setting. Wanda is revealed to be pregnant as she and Vision try to keep up with her constantly accelerating...

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