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A path forward: OCD Jacksonville seminar at UNF

Courtney Green, News Editor Aug 14, 2019

Do you or someone you love suffer from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? OCD Jacksonville and Chi Sigma Iota’s Sigma Phi Epsilon (UNF) Chapter will be bringing a free seminar on OCD to UNF on Sept. 8,...

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The dangers of vaping and its effects on your lungs

Darvin Nelson Aug 1, 2019

Vaping is an epidemic among the youth. The dangerous search for a quick buzz among college students has led to many health problems and serious nicotine addictions. Nearly 10 percent of college students...

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The entrance to the UNF Counseling Center. The walls are gray and there are silver double doors with large windows, and a sign above the doors reading, "UNF Counseling Center"

The future of the UNF Counseling Center

Courtney Green, News Editor Jul 31, 2019

Big changes are coming to the UNF Counseling Center in the wake of Dr. Andy King's decision to step down from his position as UNF Counseling Center Director.  Student mental health is one of UNF President...

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How healthy eating could improve your college life

How healthy eating could improve your college life

Darvin Nelson Jul 11, 2019

With back to back classes and endless assignments, most of us tend to forget about our nutritional needs. By taking some time to think about what you need to eat, you can give college your best academic...

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UNF will be launching a new Health Administration masters program online

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor Jul 3, 2019

The Department of Health Administration is launching a new online Executive Master of Health Administration program in August. The program will require 30-credit hours, which can be completed in as...

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Why scientists say coffee can help fight off obesity

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor Jul 2, 2019

Thinking about putting down that cup of coffee? Well, don’t. You’re probably thinking “Why won’t these people stop talking about coffee?”  It’s because we know how much college kids love...

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Why you might want to think twice before grabbing an energy drink

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Jun 5, 2019

As college students, we’ve all experienced those days where you just need a little pick me up. However, experts say that energy drink you run to when you’re feeling a little sleepy may be doing more...

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Is vaping really any better for you?

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor May 29, 2019

E-cigarettes have become commonly known and used in recent times. Most are advertised to be less harmful compared to your average tobacco-filled cigarettes, but is this really true? The advertisement...

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Lather on the real stuff

Lather on the real stuff

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor May 21, 2019

We hate to break it to you, but according to a recent study from the Brooks College of Health, that homemade sunscreen is not going to cut it. The study, conducted by an associate professor at UNF’s...

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Sippers Coffeehouse on Gate Parkway has an assortment of tables and cubbies perfect for group studying or reading silently.Photo courtesy of Sippers Coffeehouse.

Why you might have the coffee poops

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor May 20, 2019

As college students it’s not uncommon to stop by Starbucks for your daily cup of coffee. After grabbing your iced caramel latte, you head straight to class. As you sit there, listening to your professor...

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Dillard's breaks a guinness world record

Dillard’s breaks a guinness world record

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor May 20, 2019

Dillard's broke a Guinness World Record for the amount of people putting on sunscreen at the same time for "Skin Cancer Awareness Month" at 2 p.m Saturday in the St. Johns Town Center Every year in...

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“Study drug” abuse and its side effects

Breanna Catalo, Features Editor May 20, 2019

The use of Adderall and other related drugs has soared over the past twenty years, according to Simon Aberg with the National Center for Health Research. One reason for the increase in use has been...

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