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People walk on campus at San Diego State University Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, in San Diego, Calif. San Diego State University says a freshman who was hospitalized after attending a fraternity party last week has died. University President Adela de la Torre announced Monday that 19-year-old Dylan Hernandez died Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019 surrounded by his family.The university says its police are investigating the death but gave no further details about possible causes. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Officials: Death of San Diego State student was accidental

Associated Press | Nov 13, 2019

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The death of a college freshman in California who was hospitalized after attending a fraternity party was accidental, a medical examiner ruled Tuesday. Dylan Hernandez, 19, suffered...

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Apps to aid the student grind: Android edition

Apps to aid the student grind: Android edition

Courtney Green, News Editor | Nov 13, 2019

There’s an app for that. No. Seriously, there’s probably an app for that. There’s probably app with a soundboard that can tell you “there’s an app for that” whenever you have even the hint...

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House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff of Calif., left, speaks as Rep. Devin Nunes, R-Calif., the ranking member on the committee listens during the House Intelligence Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, in the first public impeachment hearing of President Donald Trump's efforts to tie U.S. aid for Ukraine to investigations of his political opponents. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

AP: Impeachment witness says Trump asked about Ukraine probes

LISA MASCARO and MARY CLARE JALONICK | Nov 13, 2019

WASHINGTON (AP) — Career U.S. diplomat William Taylor advanced fresh testimony tying President Donald Trump to efforts pressing Ukraine to investigate Trump’s political rivals as House investigators...

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Star Wars rewind: Return of the Jedi

Star Wars rewind: Return of the Jedi

After The Empire Strikes Back left audiences on a major cliffhanger, you can probably imagine the expectations people had for the next one. What we got was Return of the Jedi, an overall satisfying conclusion...

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Fun, Fried Food, and Furry Friends

Fun, Fried Food, and Furry Friends

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Nov 13, 2019

From classic carnival rides and live music, Jacksonville’s Agricultural Fair is here with something for everyone to enjoy. If you show your valid college I.D., you can get free admission on Nov. 14....

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Szymanski responds to neo-Nazi posters on campus

Szymanski responds to neo-Nazi posters on campus

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter | Nov 13, 2019

The University has made a statement following the alleged neo-Nazi posters found on campus. The statement sent out to Osprey’s stated: “The University of North Florida wholeheartedly rejects hate...

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Mechanics? Who needs ’em!: UPD offers basic vehicle maintenance class

Ethan Mclaughlin, Reporter | Nov 12, 2019

Karen Livingston, an officer with the University Police Department at UNF, is very passionate about helping students learn how to fix and maintain their cars.  "I want to make sure that kids here on...

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San Diego State student, 19, dies after attending frat party

San Diego State student, 19, dies after attending frat party

JULIE WATSON, Associated Press | Nov 12, 2019

SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego State University announced Monday the death of a freshman who was hospitalized after attending a fraternity party. Dylan Hernandez, 19, went to the party Wednesday, school...

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Student hospitalized after attending fraternity event dies

Student hospitalized after attending fraternity event dies

Michael Cline, The Daily Aztec | Nov 12, 2019

University police is investigating, and all 14 IFC-affiliated fraternity chapters have been suspended. SAN DIEGO (CMG) - A San Diego State student who allegedly attended a fraternity event on Nov. 6...

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Ryan Burkhardt recorded eight points (two treys) in the 76-67 loss to Creighton.

Eagles fall prey to Birds of Trey

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor | Nov 12, 2019

Featured image by: Darvin Nelson Video by: Brett Nweeia The Birds of Trey lived up to their name as they defeated the Georgia Southern Eagles, 80-77, with a constant three-point attack led by JT...

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Opinions graphic

Opinions: black masculinity, the gay agenda, and celebs — it’s complicated

Devan Shepard | Nov 11, 2019

The blogs have been abuzz lately with a video Alicia Keys did concerning taking her son to get his nails done. Here is a break down of the whole situation. Now this has started a big debate about what...

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Outstanding Senior: Bruce Hope, Spinnaker’s resident veteran

Taylor Smiley, Reporter | Nov 11, 2019

Graduating Fall 2019 Major: Multimedia Journalism Fun fact: Bruce served in the U.S Army for 9 years. “When you really love something, you’re driven to do it, and so you make a drastic leap...

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