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UNF Public Opinion Research Lab releases a new poll revealing Congressional District 16 currently favors Buchanan over Shapiro

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor | Oct 4, 2018

Florida’s polls appear to be tightening as the official mid-term election races closer and, according to a new poll released by the UNF Public Opinion Research Lab, incumbent Republican Representative...

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Mark Tumeo. Photo courtesy of UNF.

Resigned-dean was reportedly caught in sexual encounter with a man he met on “Adam4Adam”

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor | Oct 3, 2018

The former dean of the College of College of Computing, Engineering and Construction was engaged in sexual activity with another man just outside of the stairwell adjacent to the press box entrance of...

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International Mondays: The November election and its importance for Latinos

Steven Thompson | Oct 3, 2018

International Mondays is a series of informal discussions about world events, told by a core group representing multiple ethnicities and languages. The events are a collaborative effort of the International...

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UNF dean resigns after reportedly engaging in a “consensual sex act” on campus

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor | Oct 3, 2018

Mark Tumeo, the dean of the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction, resigned, according to a Special Edition Osprey Update email sent out on Wednesday. According to the update, Tumeo's resignation...

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People representing middle income families receive rice and beans while low income families receive rice and water. Photo by John Watson.

Student Powered Hunger Relief hosts second annual “Hunger Dinner”

Heydi Ortiz | Oct 3, 2018

The Student Powered Hunger Relief at UNF hosted their second annual Food Fighters Hunger Dinner on Tuesday, Oct. 2 to bring awareness to food insecurity at UNF and in the Jacksonville community. Food Fighters...

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Reserved parking in the arena garage.

25 parking spaces reserved in the UNF Arena Garage

Steven Thompson | Oct 2, 2018

If you are used to parking on the fourth floor of the Arena Garage every morning, you may need a back up plan for Oct. 3. 25 spaces are reserved for employers planning to attend the Psychology Undergraduate...

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The new Alcohol policy change was announced over a Osprey Update.

Over 2000 students vote in SG poll about updated alcohol policy; 87 percent disagree with the policy

Alan Vargas | Oct 2, 2018

The University and Student Affairs Committee released detailed results of the special Osprey Voice regarding the University’s new alcohol policy. As previously reported, the turnout for the Student Government...

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UNF's Student Union will likely be effected by the test.  Photo by Alexis Molinaro

OPINION: The Nanny University

Noah Meyer | Oct 2, 2018

Universities hold the unique position of being the first place many young adults live away from their families. UNF is no different and, while the university has a reputation as a commuter school, there...

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The FAFSA application for the 2019-2020 school year is open and includes a new app

Jessica May | Oct 1, 2018

The gates have been opened on Oct. 1 for students to apply for the Free Application For Student Aid for the 2019-2020 academic year, but this time it comes with a twist. This year, FAFSA introduced...

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OPINION: Elon Musk and the myth of meritocracy

OPINION: Elon Musk and the myth of meritocracy

Noah Meyer, Opinions Editor | Oct 1, 2018

Elon Musk, founder and CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has not had a very good year. Despite having a raving fan base who defends him at every turn, Musk’s public reputation has tanked due to a variety...

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New York Jets vs Jacksonville Jaguars Preview

DeAndre Pearson | Sep 29, 2018

Despite a head scratching loss to the Tennessee Titans, the Jacksonville Jaguars (2-1 Overall) should get another win this week against the New York Jets (1-2 Overall). The Jags are coming home...

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Vapes and Juuls: History repeats itself

Heydi Ortiz | Sep 29, 2018

Cigarettes were all the rave for the generations before us. Now, vapes and Juuls have taken their place. UNF held a vapes and Juuls workshop on Thursday, Sept. 27 to talk about the dangers of vaping, which...

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