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UNF Softball vs. Liberty 2019

UNF Softball upsets FGCU in first round win

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor | May 8, 2019

A quality start from Redshirt-Senior Sydney Matzko and key scoring late led the Ospreys to a 3-2 win over FGCU in the first round of the ASUN Softball Championship Tournament. Both pitchers were...

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The Boathouse is located on the second floor of the Student Union.

Student Government surveys student restaurant preferences

Victoria Reed | May 8, 2019

Student Government released a survey that showed students are interested in Tex-Mex/Hispanic and Deli or Sandwich as cuisine options in the Student Union, which if chosen, might replace the Slice pizza...

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OPINION: What we couldn't imagine

OPINION: What we couldn’t imagine

Austin Belet, Opinions Editor | May 8, 2019

Growing up I knew I was different. I knew that what everyone considered “normal” wasn’t necessarily how I felt. When someone would make gay jokes or make fun of someone for the same reason, I felt...

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Chick-fil-A left a flyer for students who wondered why the establishment is closed.

What to expect from the newly renovated Chick-fil-A on campus

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor | May 8, 2019

Keep an eye out for new features as Chick-fil-A opens their doors to students returning for Summer B after undergoing mandatory changes. Spinnaker spoke with Joe Lachina, the Resident District Manager...

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Photo by Michael Herrera

Summer begins at the Ogier Gardens

Lianna Norman, Editor-in-Chief | May 8, 2019

The Ogier Gardens provide activities frequently that have to do with sustainable gardening habits. Often, these events pop up weekly. They include potlucks, tea time, organic gardening classes and composting...

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Ospreys power past Rattlers in 13-7 road win

Ospreys power past Rattlers in 13-7 road win

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor | May 7, 2019

In a game of constant offense, Senior Alex Reynolds and Junior Tanner Murphy led the charge in the road win over FAMU. Reynolds fired the opening salvo of the game in the top of the second, plating...

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Deciding between a higher education or the next meal

Heydi Ortiz, News editor | May 7, 2019

Let’s be honest, we’ve all had to compose a struggle meal at least once in the duration of our college careers. Some may say It’s the price we pay for a higher education. But exactly when do we look...

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A slice of the Big Apple is coming to Duval

Lianna Norman, Editor-in-Chief | May 7, 2019

The Times Union Center frequently hosts traveling Broadway shows, but there are rumors about a particularly exciting year ahead for Broadway in Jacksonville. According to the Broadway Across America...

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Burger King’s new plant-based burger has a secret ingredient

Lianna Norman, Editor-in-Chief | May 6, 2019

On April 29, Burger King announced their intention to begin serving Impossible burgers at all of their locations nationwide by the end of the year. So, what's an Impossible burger? Impossible Foods is...

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UNF Softball vs. Liberty 2019

UNF Softball clinches playoff berth

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor | May 6, 2019

After sweeping Stetson, the UNF Softball team has clinched the final spot in the ASUN Softball Championship Tournament. The win over Stetson was Coach Marcie Higgs' win no. 300 of her career. Senior...

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Chick fil-A on UNF Campus

Chick-fil-A closes campus location for a six-week renovation

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor | May 6, 2019

Students who are craving a Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich combo meal or their trademark sweet tea will have to turn elsewhere as the establishment has shut down six weeks for a “face lift”, according...

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Senior Alex Reynolds awaits the pitch.

Ospreys split doubleheader with Bisons

William Cunkle, Sports Reporter | May 5, 2019

After a convincing 8-4 win for the Ospreys in game one, the Bisons countered with an impressive pitching performance to win, 1-0. Game One The Ospreys took the lead early in the first inning...

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