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UNF lifts water advisory

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Dec 3, 2021

Moments ago, the University of North Florida (UNF) announced that the water advisory on campus has been lifted, and water is once again safe to drink. Initially put in place after a water main burst, the...

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Top UNF gifts this holiday season

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Dec 3, 2021

December has officially begun, and that means that we are reaching the peak of the shopping season in preparation for holidays like Christmas and Hanukkah. Parents love to celebrate the college of their...

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Photo by Camille Shaw

UNF student hit by vehicle while crossing street

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Dec 3, 2021

A University of North Florida (UNF) student was hit by a vehicle while walking across an unspecified part of UNF Drive.  The University Police Department (UPD) reports that the student was transported...

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Text box that reads "Letter to the Editor." Graphic by Lianna Norman.

Letter to the Editor: Open early voting sites at our local colleges

Michelle Charron Hollie, Northeast Florida Chapter President of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Florida Dec 3, 2021

MR. HOGAN: STOP DISCRIMINATING AGAINST STUDENTS, THE POOR, AND PEOPLE OF COLOR. OPEN EARLY VOTING SITES AT OUR LOCAL COLLEGES After the 2018 midterm elections,  Duval County Supervisor of Elections...

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Banners and flags adorn the University of North Florida John A. Delaney Student Union during the 2021 World Fest Village Market Day.

How to prepare for life after college

Julia Croston, Government Reporter Dec 2, 2021

Eventually, we all leave the nest and choose a path for the future. Selecting a career path and preparing for the future could be a strenuous process. Spinnaker met with advisors Patricia Palmer, Emily...

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A black cat is seen hiding behind students' bikes, photo by Nathan Turoff

Housing responds to feral cats at Osprey Fountains

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Dec 2, 2021

Have you seen cats running around near Osprey Fountains? If so, you’re not alone. There has been a wide array of feral cats seen near the upper-classmen residence hall in recent years.  UNF is no...

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A square portion of the sidewalk in front of the Gandhi statue in the middle of UNF’s campus is cordoned off by UPD barricades. On the evening of Nov. 28, students, faculty, and staff were notified that water in certain areas of the campus was no longer potable for the time being.

UNF core campus water remains undrinkable, Chick-fil-A reopens

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Dec 1, 2021

After the University of North Florida (UNF) advised everyone on campus to not drink the water in all buildings within the core of campus — closing the ever-popular Starbucks and Chick-fil-A locations...

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UNF Library introduces ‘Stress Management’ online resource display

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Dec 1, 2021

A student’s best friend, the University of North Florida Thomas G. Carpenter Library has curated an online book display that features a variety of books, tips, and tricks for stress management. With...

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UNF guard Jaida Bond shoots a free throw against Auburn on Tuesday. (Photo by Dawson Powers)

Late run by Auburn eliminates potential Osprey upset

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Dec 1, 2021

UNF women’s basketball led late against SEC opponent Auburn on Tuesday, but the Tigers ultimately prevailed in the final minutes thanks to a 12-2 run. Despite some tough road matchups, the Ospreys...

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Graphic by the Spinnaker Creative Department.

Through the eyes of a photographer: November

Justin Nedrow, Photographer Dec 1, 2021

This gallery features Spinnaker photographer Justin Nedrow as he takes you on a trip with his best photographs of the month.

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SG and Dining Services host 'Holiday Food Pantry' event

SG and Dining Services host ‘Holiday Food Pantry’ event

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Nov 30, 2021

Student Government’s Lend-a-Wing Food Pantry is hosting a UNF Holiday Food Drive-in partnership with Dining Services. Taking place next Tuesday, Dec. 7, from 11 a.m. till 1 p.m., three separate competitions...

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Spinnaker’s playlist of the best holiday songs

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Nov 30, 2021

The holiday season is here, which can mean a lot of things. Colder Weather, Shorter days, Holidays like Christmas and Hanukkah, etc. One of the most iconic elements of the season is the plethora of music...

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