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Opinion: Do Probiotic Supplements Really Benefit Gut Health More Than Fermented Foods?

Chloe Morgan, Nutrition Student Oct 15, 2021

Elementary biology classes give the paramount introduction to bacteria and teach us that microbes and microorganisms are everywhere. This knowledge sticks with us for life, however, it is sometimes difficult...

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SDS holds Black Lives Matter Rally on Campus

SDS holds Black Lives Matter Rally on Campus

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Oct 14, 2021

(Updated 11:45 am Oct. 22 to include SDS statement) UNF Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) held our annual Black Lives Matter on October 11th, 2021. After a history of racist events on campus, such...

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DC FanDome 2021: How to watch, start time, & what to expect

Michael Tracey, General Assignment Reporter Oct 14, 2021

It's time to light the bat signal, because the second annual DC FanDome event arrives Sat. Oct. 16. DC FanDome is a celebration bringing together fans and the creative minds behind all things DC Entertainment:...

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A tale of two teams: ASUN preseason basketball polls released

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Oct 14, 2021

Despite both representing the same school, UNF’s men’s and women’s basketball teams couldn’t have more different outlooks in the ASUN Conference preseason polls. News came from the conference’s...

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UNF offers free flu shots for all students

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Oct 13, 2021

Flu season is almost upon us, so UNF is giving free flu vaccines for students on Thursday, Oct. 14 from 1 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. The vaccine clinic will be at building 62, Lot 17. Ospreys can schedule an...

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Ogier Gardens & Farmers Markets Around JAX

Majdouline Bakor, Multimedia Journalist Oct 13, 2021

The Ogier Gardens at UNF assist students with the opportunity to take advantage of learning more about their food plate through nutrition based services. These include tours, workshops, and recipes to...

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Interested in studying abroad? Attend an afternoon meeting Thursday

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Oct 13, 2021

If you’re interested in studying abroad while taking classes that will move you towards graduation, attend a meeting Oct. 14 at 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m in Building 42, Coggin College of Business, room...

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'In These Silent Days' album review

‘In These Silent Days’ album review

Ash Anders, Volunteer DJ Oct 13, 2021

In These Silent Days is the seventh studio album by American artist Brandi Carlile, who shot to fame after her debut self-titled album. The singer-songwriter has 13 Grammy nominations under her belt, as...

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UNF’s Florida Small Business Development Center begins after-hours consulting

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Oct 13, 2021

The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at UNF has expanded its services to now offer “Beyond Business Hours” at no additional cost to any small business owner located on the First Coast....

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Classes are cancelled until Wed. due to Hurricane Irma

UNF graduate program happening Tuesday night

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Oct 12, 2021

A UNF Coggin Graduate Business information session will take place on Oct. 12 for students to learn more about the six master degrees and two graduate certificates offered at UNF.  The UNF Coggin Graduate...

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Inside Osprey Life and Productions

Inside Osprey Life and Productions

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Oct 12, 2021

If you have attended any events on-campus, such as during Week of Welcome, drive-in movies, or the recent Battle of the Bands, you've probably noticed that most of these events have one major thing in...

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UNF baseball team players say they feel pressure to get vaccinated for hopes of a professional future

UNF baseball team players say they feel pressure to get vaccinated for hopes of a professional future

Dylan Kelley, Journalism Student Oct 11, 2021

(Updated Oct. 12 to correct misleading headline) Only 57.5 percent of the University of North Florida (UNF) baseball team has been vaccinated, and those who aren't vaccinated say they're feeling pressure...

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