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UNF Women's' Tennis vs. University of North Alabama 2019

Five rings in five straight years: The UNF Women’s Tennis dynasty

Drew McDonald and Bruce Hope | Apr 30, 2019

A dynasty in sports is an era for a team where they have become consistent and successful in consecutive seasons. The UNF Women’s Tennis team has now won five ASUN titles in five straight years, cementing...

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UNFPD responds to reports of a deceased employee on the third floor of the Student Union West.

UNF employee found deceased in the Student Union West; No Foul Play suspected

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWraYYipu5s[/embedyt] University Police Department and the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of UNF employee Michael Jones, according to...

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Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Policies and Regulations should be updated

Jala Cole | Apr 30, 2019

Dear Dr. David Szymanski, To express yourself and to get others to join in something you love is a wonderful feeling. Sharing and engaging in conversation and beliefs brings awareness to many controversial...

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Intercession hours on campus

Lianna Norman, Editor in Chief | Apr 29, 2019

Ah, intercession. For many, it's a much-needed vacation. For others, just another week. For the latter, your week may be difficult to plan around campus closures and reduced hours. Here are the hours...

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2019 Men's Baseball vs. FGCU

Ospreys sweep rattlers in home weekend series

William Cunkle | Apr 28, 2019

North Florida dominated in a three game sweep against FAMU with an offensive showcase. Game One North Florida took the lead early in the first inning when Redshirt-Senior Wes Weeks scored on...

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Photo by Camille Shaw

UNFPD reports a missing student

Heydi Ortiz, Police Reporter | Apr 28, 2019

UNFPD was dispatched to The Fountains on April 21, in response to an allegedly missing student, Marisela Analis Myers Vasquez. Upon arrival, police met with Vasquez’s mother who said she last saw her...

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The caption to the video uploaded on snapchat read "BML rally." Photo courtesy Madisen Smith

Letter to the Editor: Bigotry on Campus

Khusbu Motiwala | Apr 28, 2019

To whom this may concern, Mission statements are vital to any institution and exist to express the morals and values of the school. The mission statement of UNF promotes diversity and “strongly condemn...

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Courtesy of Marvel Studios

NO SPOILERS: Endgame review

David Eckstein | Apr 27, 2019

Marvel Studios have come a long way over the years, haven’t they? They’ve taken heroes and villains from the pages of Marvel Comics and created some unforgettable characters. In many ways, the Marvel...

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OPINION: Hiring a Leader

Austin Belet, Opinions Editor | Apr 26, 2019

Throughout this semester I have been steeped in the political chaos surrounding Brexit. I have had to pay attention to what the UK and Europe are asking for, how Prime Minister May is handling the situation,...

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Students can expect several closures around campus during President Obama's visit. Photo by Morgan Purvis

Varsity Lane will be closed for most of May

Alex Del Dago | Apr 26, 2019

More road closures are on its way as UNF is winding down the spring semester! To help clear and move traffic easier, Varsity Lane will be closed Saturday, April 27 through Sunday, May 26. This almost monthlong...

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Callie Stewart, Yemila Lowry, Brianna Ballard. Photos courtesy of Tierney Harvey

Being a healthy osprey with UNF dietians

Teeryana Bryant | Apr 25, 2019

It’s hard to maintain a healthy lifestyle in college. Classes, jobs and dorm life often get in the way of a balanced diet and exercise schedule, which is why initiatives toward an easily accessible healthy...

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Photo courtesy of UNF Athletics

Ospreys finish third at ASUN Women’s Golf Championship

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor | Apr 25, 2019

After three finishes in the top 10, the UNF Women’s Golf team placed third at the ASUN Women’s Golf Championship. Leading the way for the Ospreys in the final round, Junior Sydney Shrader shot...

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