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Are UNF students addicted to coffee?

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Apr 20, 2022

Most college students face similar struggles—late-night studying and early morning classes—causing many to use caffeine to boost their energy levels faltering from a lackluster sleep schedule, but...

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SG seeks student awareness and opinion of the Counseling Center

Julia Croston, Managing Editor Apr 19, 2022

Months after the option to relocate funds toward the Counseling Center was denied, Student Government (SG) looks to understand how students feel. The April Osprey Voice survey asks students about their...

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The words "Police Beat" are written in red and white, surrounded by a white square outline. In the background, a University of North Florida Police Department cruiser is tinted blue.

Police Beat: Bicycle trespasser

Lauren Fox, General Assignment Reporter Apr 19, 2022

A 28-year-old bicyclist was arrested on April 8 after a University Police Department officer saw two bikers riding away from The Flats after dark and without lights, according to a police report.  The...

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It was an all-around team effort over the weekend for UNF, with pitching and batting contributing to the team’s third consecutive sweep of a conference opponent.

Softball rolls through Kennesaw State, picks up third consecutive sweep

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Apr 19, 2022

The Ospreys softball team continued their successful 2022 campaign over the weekend, taking all three games from the Kennesaw State Owls.  With only a few more weeks left in the regular season, every...

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UNF Creative Writing hosting Wainright Award Celebration and Talon Review Open Mic

Julia Croston, Managing Editor Apr 19, 2022

The University of North Florida (UNF) Creative Writing Program is holding their annual Wainright Scholarship Award Celebration and Talon Review Open Mic Tuesday night.  Assistant Professor and Coordinator...

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Trio of sexual battery cases added to UNF student’s social media threat charge

Lauren Fox, General Assignment Reporter Apr 18, 2022

Now facing an additional three charges of sexual battery, Mateo Borda Boyanovich will appear in court Tuesday morning for threats he allegedly made to shoot up the University of North Florida (UNF) Green,...

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Blast from the past: MTV’s “Daria”

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Apr 18, 2022

“Daria” is a late 90s coming-of-age comedy with five seasons of satire and relatability. The binge-worthy show revolves around a sharp-witted teenage girl named Daria who provides sarcastic commentary...

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Balancing dietary and religious restrictions in college

Lauren Fox, General Assignment Reporter Apr 18, 2022

Students adhering to dietary restrictions for spiritual purposes or because of allergies must approach foods with caution as it’s essential for preserving their morals or even their lives.  On-campus...

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Featured image: UNF forward Jazz Bond made history, becoming the first Osprey to be drafted to an American professional basketball team.

All Things Osprey: Jazz Bond makes UNF history

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Apr 18, 2022

It was a monumental week throughout the world of UNF athletics, but women’s basketball forward Jazz Bond brought national attention to the University when she was drafted in the WNBA Draft on Monday.  Bond...

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University of North Florida Student Government senators convene for their final Spring 2022 Senate meeting on April 15, 2022.

Drink spiking prevention initiative passed with Senate’s full support

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Apr 15, 2022

Backed by every member, the University of North Florida (UNF) Student Government (SG) Senate passed a bill to purchase 5,000 Nightcaps, drink spiking prevention devices, Friday afternoon.  The bill...

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Nathaniel Rodefer and Joshua Murry being sworn in by Chief Justice Travis Ford on April 15, 2022.

Student Government welcomes new administration

Julia Croston, Managing Editor Apr 15, 2022

(Updated April 18, 2022, to include the date.) On the third floor of the Student Union, the University of North Florida (UNF) Student Government’s (SG) Senate chambers were filled with countless congratulations,...

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Baseball falls just short in road duel against South Carolina

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Apr 13, 2022

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Ospreys flew north to face the South Carolina Gamecocks of the Southeastern Conference (SEC), losing in a low-scoring affair Tuesday. Despite being in different conferences, the...

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