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Pride month events

Breanna Cataldo, Features Editor Jun 6, 2019

The month of June was chosen to be Pride Month to pay homage to the Stonewall riots that took place at the end of June in 1969. Today, many pride events are held during the month of June to recognize and...

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‘When They See Us’ series review

Victoria Reed Jun 6, 2019

“When They See Us” is a four-part series about police brutality and injustice inflicted on five teenage boys in 1989. The series is based on a true story, and it’s told from the perspective of the...

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Netflix

Top five shows to watch on Netflix and Hulu

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Jun 6, 2019

Summertime means time to kick back, relax and enjoy the months off of school. For many, it's time to catch up on their shows and explore new ones. This is a list of the top five shows to binge watch on...

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Murphy selected by Mets in eighteenth round

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Jun 5, 2019

After three stellar seasons, Junior Tanner Murphy was selected in the eighteenth round by the New York Mets in the 2019 MLB Draft. Murphy racked up multiple accolades thus far in his UNF career...

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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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LGBTQ+ flags against blue sky.

Study says half of LGBTQ+ members fear coming out at work

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Jun 5, 2019

The support for members of the LGBTQ+ community seems to have grown exponentially over the years, but a new study shows that some members still might not feel very accepted when it comes to the workplace. A...

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Senior Brad Depperman delivers the pitch.

Depperman drafted by Cubs in seventh round

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Jun 4, 2019

After a mesmerizing senior season, the Chicago Cubs selected UNF pitcher Brad Depperman in the seventh round of the 2019 MLB Draft. The reigning ASUN Pitcher of the Year sported a 6-5  record and...

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What your fashion choice reveals about you

What your fashion choice reveals about you

Victoria Reed Jun 4, 2019

Fashion is glamorous and beautiful, but it also holds a hidden power that you can access if you so choose to. Clothing has long been a carrier for  visual communication, and can be used to send strong...

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UNF named 2019 Best and Most Affordable LGBTQ-Friendly Online College

UNF named 2019 Best and Most Affordable LGBTQ-Friendly Online College

Erik Feliciano Jun 4, 2019

The University of North Florida has been named the Best and Most Affordable 2019 LGBTQ-Friendly Online College by SR Education Group, a leading education research publisher. “This recognition spotlights...

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Apple announces the discontinuation of iTunes

Apple announces the discontinuation of iTunes

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor Jun 3, 2019

After it's long run in the company, Apple announced on Monday that iTunes will no longer be available. According to Bloomberg, the iTunes app has long been overshadowed by  Apple Music. The replacement?...

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The Ogier Gardens had minor damage during the hurricane. Valeree Del Guidice

Herbal Tea@Ten

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor Jun 3, 2019

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaQr9pNSZ9c[/embedyt] On Friday morning, the workshop sponsored by the Department of Recreation and Wellness began with a tour of the Ogier Gardens which consisted...

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Letter to the editor: DeSantis in Israel

David Jaffee Jun 3, 2019

**Letters to the editor are written and submitted by Spinnaker readers** If you would like to submit a letter to the editor, contact us at editor@unfspinnaker.com. As a member of the UNF faculty,...

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