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Social Media Day JAX 2018 to be held at UNF

Carly Kramer Jun 28, 2018

The second-annual Social Media Day JAX will be held this weekend at the Herbert University Center. This two-day conference will feature a panel of social media experts from Jacksonville and beyond....

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Opinion: Vaccination matters

Tamlynn Torchon Jun 28, 2018

As recently as last week, there have been numerous cases of feral and domesticated cats being diagnosed with rabies. In Hillsborough County, Florida, 13 people and two domestic dogs were exposed. Similar...

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UNF’S second annual LGBTQ dinner and show

Aisling Glocke Jun 27, 2018

The LGBT Resource Center and Campus Life held their annual dinner and show on June 26. The event opened its doors to new and returning students to ease their transition into college. The evening showcased...

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Constanza Gorches. Photo courtesy of UNF Athletics.

Women’s Tennis team lands Clemson transfer

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Jun 27, 2018

Constanza Gorches, who previously played two years with Clemson, recently signed on to the UNF Women’s Tennis roster. Gorches’s overall singles record is 25-26, and she also owns a doubles record...

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Police Beat: Stolen keys and a questionable entry

Sam Chaney, News Editor Jun 27, 2018

Keys to the Kingdom Officials met with a UNF staff member at the University of North Florida Police Station on Thursday, June 21 in response to a report of stolen master keys. The complainant...

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Coach of UNF Women’s Soccer team chosen for NCAA Women Coaches Academy

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Jun 27, 2018

UNF Women’s Soccer coach, Robin Confer, recently went to a four-day NCAA Women Coaches Academy. Hosted by the Alliance of Women Coaches, Confer attended along with 47 other coaches from different...

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UNF Student, Jesse Martinez, was arrested on April 9.

Jesse Martinez asks for local disposition at pre-trial

Aisling Glocke Jun 27, 2018

*Correction 6/27 10:54 a.m.: An original publication of this article stated Martinez is currently awaiting sentencing. This is incorrect and Martinez is currently in jail UNF student Jesse...

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Frank German earns postseason accolades

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Jun 26, 2018

A week after being selected in the fourth round of the 2018 MLB Draft by the New York Yankees, former UNF pitcher Frank German was honored with three more awards. Division I Baseball selected German...

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Opinion: We need to talk about PTSD

Tamlynn Torchon Jun 26, 2018

This month is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month, and PTSD Awareness Day is Wednesday, June 27. With these dates in mind, it’s the right time to discuss the reality of PTSD and the importance...

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Courtesy of Jacksonville Transgender Committee.

Local rallies being held in response to recent murders of transgender community members

Sam Chaney, News Editor Jun 26, 2018

Voices are rising within the Jacksonville community in a chorus of cries for justice. Within the last year, three transgender women in Duval County were murdered, and a fourth was shot but survived. In...

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Seven new players added to Women’s Indoor Volleyball roster

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Jun 26, 2018

The UNF Women's Indoor Volleyball team loaded their roster with a fresh crop of talent for the upcoming season. The team added four new outside hitters: Solimar Cestero, Charyari Ramos, Kirby Smith,...

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UNF Dining Services hiring students for summer B and fall terms

Aisling Glocke Jun 26, 2018

With the help of UNF Dining Services, students can make the money they need without ever having to leave campus. On Tuesday, June 26, UNF Dining Services will host the Pop-Up Student Hiring Fair...

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