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UNF selected as a Forbes 2019 “Best Value College”

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor May 1, 2019

In a list of just 300 universities across the nation, the University of North Florida was named a Forbes 2019 “Best Value College.” An important stat that made UNF stand out was that 73.4 percent...

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Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: A solution to make students comfortable on campus

Courtney Capece May 1, 2019

Dr. David Szymanski, There is a prevalent issue or topic that most students have encountered, witnessed, or heard stories about here at the University of North Florida. On campus, we have seen preachers,...

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Senior Ethan Michaelis delivers the pitch

Knights charge past Ospreys in extra innings

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Apr 30, 2019

After leading for the first four innings, the Ospreys bullpen faltered which resulted in a 9-7 extra inning loss. The Knights were sloppy on the field in the bottom of the first by allowing four...

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Photo by Camille Shaw

2 dead, 4 injured after shooting at University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Hannah Lee Apr 30, 2019

Two people were killed and four injured in a shooting at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte Tuesday evening, according to the Mecklenburg Emergency Medical Services Agency. Two people have life-threatening...

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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

Hannah Lee and Lianna Norman Apr 30, 2019

[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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