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Guides for Freshman

Stress management tips

Stress management tips

Mally Nichols, Reporter Jan 20, 2021

According to the American Psychological Association, 61 percent of college students report feeling anxious or stressed. With everything going on in the world, it isn’t surprising that students are feeling...

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A guide to student discounts

Mally Nichols, Reporter Jan 14, 2021

Being a student can be costly and it’s difficult to balance funds when there’s so many different expenses to think about. Between rent, phone bills, food costs, entertainment, and so much more, where...

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Tips for UNF residents on keeping yourself and your belongings safe

Shelby Senesac, News Editor Jan 14, 2021

No matter where you live, the possibility of burglary or theft lingers. What precautions can UNF residents take to avoid potential burglaries and thefts?  Last year, there were a number of burglaries...

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Struggling to find an internship? Don't feel alone.

Struggling to find an internship? Don’t feel alone.

Jennifer Ronzon, Reporter Jan 13, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic has continued, many students are struggling to find available internships because many businesses have opted to have employees work from home or have limited people in the workplace....

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The university on planning classes for Spring 2021

The university on planning classes for Spring 2021

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Nov 9, 2020

Ospreys may be eager to know what spring of 2021 may look like, and how the university came to a conclusion for what's best for the school. UNF says they are working hard to create a safe plan for students. “We...

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Are you sleeping well?

Are you sleeping well?

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Sep 4, 2020

Sleep deprivation is no stranger to college students and is surely detrimental to your health. With remote classes and extra free time, students may have been getting much more sleep, but some may also...

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J.J. Daniel Hall is accessible to the Osprey community

Erik Feliciano, Staff reporter Sep 3, 2020

Safety and security are very serious and important things that UNF continues to improve on, with contactless meetings via zoom as well as additional security. In a previous Spinnaker article about ongoing...

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Free walk-in testing available for UNF students

Free walk-in testing available for UNF students

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Aug 31, 2020

Starting today, there will be free walk-in COVID-19 testing available for UNF students.  Testing is held in Osprey Landing Building W, in room 100 from Mondays-Thursdays from 9a.m.- 2p.m. Students...

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Everyone needs a little help sometimes, knowing the right place or people to call is important.

Who to call instead of 911

Siddie Friar, Reporter Jun 30, 2020

Depending on the situation, calling the police is not always the best course of action. Here is a list of other organizations and groups you can call instead of the police.  Mental Health National...

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It’s Greek to me: a guide to sororities and fraternities at UNF

Courtney Green, News Editor Jan 17, 2020

With Rush Week in the air, you might have a lot to consider if you’re thinking about joining a frat or sorority. And, if you’ve heard about sororities and fraternities before but never learned exactly...

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A guide to buying textbooks online

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Jan 13, 2020

As students turn the page on a new semester, college costs begin to add up. Going to college can cost a lot of money and as students we’re often finding the best ways to save our coin.  A good way...

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Staying safe on campus

Catherine Cavallo, Reporter Sep 20, 2019

College can be stressful when it comes to managing classes, studying for exams, and having a job all while still trying to maintain a social life. College students have one more thing they have to worry...

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