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A crowd forms for Adam Putnam outside of Terry Concert Hall.

GOP Debate brings division and determination to the Republican Party

Hannah Lee and Jessica May | Aug 9, 2018

Adam Putnam and Ron DeSantis met at Jacksonville University on Aug. 8 to win over the republican votes for the primaries. UNF student Makenzi Conner, a computer science junior, served on the Putnam...

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Construction of iFLY at the St. Johns Town Center.

Indoor skydiving coming to the St. Johns Town Center

Carly Kramer, Video Director | Aug 8, 2018

An iFLY skydiving location is in the works to open in Jacksonville, according to Indoor Skydiving Source. First-time flyers will participate in a training session before skydiving. Indoor skydiving...

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Graduate wearing her customized cap.

Photo Gallery: Inside look at graduation

Khorri Newton, Photo Editor | Aug 8, 2018

Photos by Khorri Newton — For more information or news tips, or if you see an error in this story or have any compliments or concerns, contact editor@unfspinnaker.com.

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Papa John's in the John A. Delaney Student Union.

OPINION: Papa Gone; Papa John’s removal is more than just combating bigotry, it’s business

Noah Meyer | Aug 7, 2018

UNF President David Szymanski surprised many on Aug. 1 when he declared in a message to students that the campus Papa John’s would be closing its doors due to the racist comments of its now ousted founder,...

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Woman on the Street

Woman on the Street: Where do ospreys stream their music from?

Carly Kramer and Hunter Horstman | Aug 7, 2018

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efXIH_VjBfc Video by Hunter Horstman. — For more information or news tips, or if you see an error in this story or have any compliments or concerns, contact editor@unfspinnaker.com.

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Top Golf

Topgolf “College Nights” come to Jacksonville

Carly Kramer, Video Director | Aug 6, 2018

Topgolf is offering discounts for college students starting Wednesday, August 8. Every Wednesday, students get unlimited game play from 8 to 11 p.m. for $15, according to the Topgolf Jacksonville Facebook...

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Einstein Bros. Bagels was the second most popular dining option following Chipotle Mexican Grill according to an Osprey Voice survey.

Photo by Michael Herrera

Intersession doldrums sweep campus this week

Kevin Beaugrand, News Editor | Aug 6, 2018

Now that summer classes are over and residential students are moved out, intersession hours will take effect across campus from Aug. 4 through Aug. 19. The Student Wellness Complex will be open Monday...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Opinion: We should all follow Anthony Bourdain’s message of understanding

Tamlynn Torchon | Aug 6, 2018

The wonderful and unforgettable celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain passed away on June 8 of this year due to suicide. It was, and still is, a rather painful event for many people of different backgrounds....

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An activist holds a sign calling for police accountability.

Advocates gather to voice concerns as JSO unveils new LGBT liaison team

Kevin Beaugrand, News Editor | Aug 4, 2018

Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams and community partners introduced the Jacksonville Sheriff Office’s new LGBT liaison team on Thursday, Aug. 3. at the FSCJ Downtown Campus. JSO created the liaison...

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‘Blindspotting’ skillfully brings implicit bias to light

‘Blindspotting’ skillfully brings implicit bias to light

Andy Moser, Features Editor | Aug 4, 2018

“You’re a convicted felon now…until you prove otherwise. Prove otherwise at all times.” The above is a rough Blindspotting quote from a minor character that majorly captures the film’s most...

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A look at first semester experiences for first-time college students

A look at first semester experiences for first-time college students

Jessica May | Aug 3, 2018

Whether you’re a freshman or a "junior by credits," the first semester of college is nothing anyone can prepare you for. Moving away from home, starting new routines and having to meet new friends are...

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‘Teen Titans Go! To the Movies’ pops with color (and a whole lotta shade)

‘Teen Titans Go! To the Movies’ pops with color (and a whole lotta shade)

Andy Moser, Features Editor | Aug 3, 2018

Color and shade? You bet! The Teen Titans are using both techniques to paint a beautifully dirty portrait of superhero films. No comic book movie franchise is immune, and the Titans are reading them all...

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