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Ospreys defeat Rattlers despite late comeback

Ospreys defeat Rattlers despite late comeback

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Nov 17, 2018

After a hot start, the Ospreys were flying high until the second half when the Rattlers snaked their way within two but UNF ultimately prevailed. The Ospreys got out to an early lead in the game...

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Mark Tumeo, the former dean of the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction. Courtesy of the University of North Florida

Former dean sues UNF

Hannah Lee, Editor-in-Chief Nov 16, 2018

The former dean of the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction is now suing the Board of Trustees of UNF after resigning on Oct. 3. Mark Tumeo is stating that he was forced to resign. Tumeo...

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UNFPD police cars. Photo by Lili Weinstein

UNF Clery Act Committee reflects on other universities’ mistakes

Jessica May, Police Reporter Nov 16, 2018

The Clery Act committee met on Nov. 15 to discuss general business from their last meeting and the University of Montana’s Clery Act audit. The University of Montana is being fined nearly $1 million...

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Department of Education scorecard shows UNF grads earn below state average

Department of Education scorecard shows UNF grads earn below state average

Steven Thompson Nov 16, 2018

Brace yourselves Ospreys, because where you attend college could have a huge impact on how much money you will earn. According to the U.S. Department of Education’s official scorecard for the University...

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Gov. Rick Scott (left) Sen. Bill Nelson (right) Photo courtesy Creative Commons

Florida Senate race heads to manual recount

Alex Toth, Features Editor Nov 16, 2018

The first recount of over 8 million ballots in the U.S. Senate race between Rick Scott and Bill Nelson has concluded, but there's still no official winner. Florida's secretary of state has now ordered...

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Wheeler’s highlight night not enough in loss to Lipscomb

Wheeler’s highlight night not enough in loss to Lipscomb

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Nov 16, 2018

After winning the first set, the Ospreys battled with the Bisons but they were simply bested by Lipscomb as they lost, 3-1. During the first set, the Ospreys and Bisons were on the same level, trading...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

The season for fun and family

Aleema Jack Nov 16, 2018

Thanksgiving is a time for football games, feasting and reunions where we make memories with family and friends to celebrate the togetherness of loved ones. For some of us, it’s our favorite time of...

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Gov. Rick Scott. Creative Commons

OPINION: Rick Scott’s long list of corruption

Jake Beninato Nov 15, 2018

On Nov. 6, Florida had its mid-term elections. On that night, Republicans appeared to enjoy a sweep, with victories in the races for U.S Senate and Florida Governor. However, there is now a controversy...

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Photo courtesy Richard Girard

PTSD from the 2016 presidential election: how college students responded

Heydi Ortiz Nov 15, 2018

On Nov. 8, 2016, millions of students nationwide tuned in to watch the fate of the country as one of the most controversial races for the presidency awaited results. The constant battle between Clinton...

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Ospreys prepare for ASUN Tournament rematch

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Nov 15, 2018

It’s almost like déjà vu for the UNF Volleyball team in their first round of the playoffs. Last year, the five seed Ospreys took on the four seed Lipscomb Bisons but came up short, losing in...

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Photo by Joshua Brangenberg

Ospreys hang on and defeat Tigers in Home Opener

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Nov 15, 2018

After a rocky start, the Ospreys grinded and battled to topple the Edward Waters Tigers, 95-83. The Tigers got off to a hot start, leading 6-0 at the beginning of the game. Junior Ivan Gandia-Rosa...

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The Space Committee discussed the timeline for various campus renovations and projects.

UNF Student Assembly Center canceled in favor of new competition pool, additional shelters to come to Lot 18

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Nov 14, 2018

The construction of the long-awaited Student Assembly Center, which was announced in June of 2017, has officially been canceled. Director Paul Stewart of the Department of Campus Planning and Design gave...

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