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School of Computing Recognized for Cyber Defense Education

School of Computing Recognized for Cyber Defense Education

Rachel Tucker, Reporter | Oct 10, 2019

UNF’s School of Computing has been designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. This...

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Is earning a 4-year college degree considered ‘celebrity status'?

Is earning a 4-year college degree considered ‘celebrity status’?

Jessica Volz | Oct 9, 2019

Is having a college degree the equivalent of having a VIP pass? For these three students-turned-celebrities, achieving their 4 year degree was only the beginning. MUSICIAN Cole, five-time platinum...

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A house divided: “Riverdale” opinions

Spinnaker Team | Oct 9, 2019

Amongst the hustle and bustle of the Spinnaker News editorial meeting on Monday, the staff got into a bit of a debate. Is “Riverdale” any good? A handful of us laughed at the CW show and a handful...

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Overview of market day.

Jaguars season ticket holder shirts available at Market Day

Catherine Cavallo, Sports Anchor | Oct 9, 2019

UNF students who purchased their Jaguars season tickets through UNF this year can pick up the t-shirts they ordered with their tickets at Market Day on Wednesday, October 9. Jaxson de Ville, The...

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Glued to the screen: CW's "Nancy Drew" premiers tomorrow night

Glued to the screen: CW’s “Nancy Drew” premiers tomorrow night

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter | Oct 8, 2019

CW is taking a mature approach with their new crime-drama series, “Nancy Drew.” Similar to another CW series, “Riverdale,” the characters and setting is based on past children’s (comics/books)...

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Spooky movies to stream

Spooky movies to stream

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter | Oct 8, 2019

It’s spooky season again, and if you have free time, you might be interested in watching a spooky movie. However, in today’s digital world, very few people are going to go out and rent or buy a dvd....

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iOS 13 causing issues

iOS 13 causing issues

Erik Feliciano, General Assignment Reporter | Oct 8, 2019

Apple’s iOS 13 hasn't had the best launch, as users have been met with many problems with its arrival. Some of the issues users were facing include slower wireless charging, with the amount of time...

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vegan burgers

A vegan guide to fast food

Heydi Ortiz, Managing Editor | Oct 8, 2019

If you’re vegan, or have dairy or gluten intolerances, then you know that finding a fast food place you can eat at is a bit of a struggle. But there’s more the world of fast food has to offer than...

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Music? Food? Check out Battle of the Bands

Music? Food? Check out Battle of the Bands

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter | Oct 8, 2019

Do you love free music? What about free food? If you answered yes to either of those questions, you should check out Osprey Productions’ Battle of the Bands.  Friday Oct. 18, Battle of the Bands...

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McCaffrey, Panthers run over Jaguars in Week 5 showdown

Zach Yearwood, Sports Reporter | Oct 7, 2019

The Jacksonville Jaguars were handed a 34-27 loss by the Carolina Panthers, led by running back Christian McCaffrey. Despite staying in reach for most of the game, the Jaguars had no answer for Christian...

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Turtles on Turtle Island in Candy Cane Lake

Hidden gems of UNF: Turtle Island

Nathan Turoff, Critter Columnist | Oct 7, 2019

One of the most interesting aspects of Candy Cane Lake is its geography.  There are a few floating islands in the lake, one of them being located right next to the bridge spanning the lake. This island...

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Police beat: theft of an iPhone and bumper sticker

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter | Oct 7, 2019

The theft of an iPhone On Sep. 30, a UNFPD officer responded to a call in reference to the theft of an iPhone.  The officer met with the student who called in the complaint. The young woman told...

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