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The UNF Bookstore. Photo credit Emily Echevarria.

The UNF bookstore is having a sale this week

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Jan 11, 2021

The UNF Bookstore is hosting a sale for Jansport backpacks starting today, Jan. 11, through Friday, Jan. 29. All eligible items will be 25% off both in-store and online.  The bookstore will also...

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FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, file photo, Medical professionals from Oregon Health & Science University load syringes with the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at a drive-thru vaccination clinic in Portland, Ore. The U.S. is entering the second month of the largest vaccination effort in history with a massive expansion of the campaign, opening up football stadiums, major league ballparks, fairgrounds and convention centers to inoculate a larger and more diverse pool of people. (Kristyna Wentz-Graff/Pool Photo via AP, File)

AP: US ramps up vaccinations to get doses to more Americans

LISA MARIE PANE and PATTY NIEBERG, Associated Press Jan 11, 2021

The U.S. is entering the second month of the biggest vaccination drive in history with a major expansion of the campaign, opening football stadiums, major league ballparks, fairgrounds and convention centers...

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Scott Bennett named UNF Vice President of Administration and Finance

Scott Bennett named UNF Vice President of Administration and Finance

Darvin Nelson, Editor-in-Chief Jan 11, 2021

Scott Bennet will begin serving as UNF’s vice president of Administration and Finance starting today, Jan. 11, after serving the role as an interim since early 2020.  “Working for UNF the past...

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President Thomas Carpenter at his desk.

Founding University president, Thomas G. Carpenter, passes away

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Jan 11, 2021

The founding president of UNF, and the man behind the name for the beloved Thomas G. Carpenter Library, has passed away at age 94. Dr. Carpenter served as president at UNF for 11 years, from 1969-1980. Dr....

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UNF reaches highest number of new COVID-19 cases

UNF reaches highest number of new COVID-19 cases

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter Jan 11, 2021

UNF experienced a record number of COVID-19 cases. From January 1 through January 7, 48 students and 15 employees tested positive.  33 of the 48 students live on campus, while the other 15 students...

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Ospreys fall in last-second heartbreaker to rival JU

Ospreys fall in last-second heartbreaker to rival JU

Riley Platt, General Assignment Reporter Jan 9, 2021

Featured Image: Justin Nedrow It’s that time of year. The first installment of this season’s River City Rumble took place at Jacksonville University as UNF MBB faced off against the rival JU Dolphins....

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Hand sanitizer and hitting pins, how the Jacksonville bowling community has been affected by COVID-19

Hand sanitizer and hitting pins, how the Jacksonville bowling community has been affected by COVID-19

John Watson, Sports Editor Jan 8, 2021

Throwing balls, making spares and having fun with your friends are somethings that people come to enjoy when they go to a bowling center. However, 2020 had other plans for such activities as bowling lanes...

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Supporters of President Donald Trump climb the west wall of the the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

UNF Department of Diversity initiatives shares message on recent Washington D.C. Capitol riots

Darvin Nelson, Interim Editor-In-Chief Jan 8, 2021

The UNF Department of Diversity Initiatives (D.D.I.) has released a statement on their Instagram regarding the recent riots that breached the Capitol in Washington D.C.  “Each day, we are confronted...

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Ospreys are required to take the COVID-19 Education Program again

Darvin Nelson, Interim Editor in Chief Jan 8, 2021

The UNF Dean of Students is requiring all UNF students enrolled in the Spring 2021 semester to take the UNF COVID-19 Education Program. Even if you have taken the Fall 2020 COVID-19 Education Program,...

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Violent protesters, loyal to President Donald Trump, storm the Capitol, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, in Washington. It's been a stunning day as a number of lawmakers and then the mob of protesters tried to overturn America's presidential election, undercut the nation's democracy and keep Democrat Joe Biden from replacing Trump in the White House. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)

AP: The Latest: Capitol Police says officer dies after riots

AP NEWS, Associated Press Jan 8, 2021

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on the fallout of the storming of the Capitol by a mob of pro-Trump loyalists (all times local): 12:40 a.m. The U.S. Capitol Police says an officer who was injured...

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The future of banking: How the pandemic has led to a rise in cashless banking

The future of banking: How the pandemic has led to a rise in cashless banking

Morgan Jeremy, Reporter Jan 7, 2021

While there is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed our lives, one specific area where there have been unexpected changes is in banking. Recently, there has been a significant increase...

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The Walk-Ons talk high school football, sideline reporting during COVID and fashion tips

The Walk-Ons talk high school football, sideline reporting during COVID and fashion tips

John Watson, Sports Editor Jan 7, 2021

In 2021's first Walk-Ons episode, Cory Mose joined the show to talk about his profession and how he got to where he is today. Cory is a native of Houston, TX, and now currently a sports anchor and reporter...

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