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SG passes bill to swear in senators early

Julia Croston, Government Reporter Oct 25, 2021

(Updated 5:30 pm, Oct. 26, 2021, to correct potentially opinionated claim.) With an atmosphere of urgency contrasted with occasional laughter, Student Government (SG) met in the Senate chambers to pass...

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UNF volleyball takes down Lipscomb for first time in nearly a decade

UNF volleyball takes down Lipscomb for first time in nearly a decade

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Oct 25, 2021

The Lipscomb Bisons have been the thorn in UNF’s side for almost ten years, but that all came to an end on Sunday when the Ospreys strung together a victory. While Sunday’s win was critical, it...

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Graphic by Spinnaker Creative Department.

Letter from the Editor: Halloween Open House Invitation

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Oct 25, 2021

Hi! My name is Carter and I’m the Editor in Chief of Spinnaker. Please allow me to take a few minutes of your time to explain what we have to offer. On paper, we provide UNF with news, entertainment,...

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 Two purple ribbons sit facing the UNF School of Business in support of Domestic Violence Month.

UNF student shares their story of domestic abuse

Emily Regalado and Carter Mudgett Oct 25, 2021

​Walking around UNF’s campus, large purple ribbons adorn the trunks of trees that resemble those typically found atop birthday presents. The purpose they serve is not just to decorate UNF’s landscape,...

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UNF Director of Athletics Nick Morrow speaks at media day, revealing the arena renovation plans to those in attendance.

Exciting new plans for UNF Arena announced

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Oct 24, 2021

As part of a continued effort to revitalize the home of the Ospreys’ basketball and volleyball teams, the athletic department committed to creating a state-of-the-art hospitality suite in UNF Arena....

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Photo by Andyone/Unsplash.

Most anticipated Halloween costumes of 2021

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Oct 23, 2021

Halloween is right around the corner. Each year certain costume concepts take the stage whether it be in regard to trendy pop culture or new media trends.  It’s always interesting to see what is...

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UNF Student Advocate explains SG's new ‘Drink Smart Cards’

UNF Student Advocate explains SG’s new ‘Drink Smart Cards’

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Oct 22, 2021

In an active effort to combat rape and spiked drinks, Student Government (SG) is offering free 'Drink Smart Cards' across campus to students.  “They are mobile test kits and were actually an initiative...

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A patient of the hospice department strokes a horse within hippotherapy at the Hospital of the Sisters of Mercy of St. Borromeo in Prague, Czech Republic, on June 11, 2020. Hippotherapy, is therapy with the help of horses, helps hospice clients improve their psyche. Photo/Michaela Rihova (CTK via AP Images)

UNF explores animal assisted therapy options

Lauren Sapp, Journalism Student Oct 22, 2021

(Updated 6:00 pm Oct. 22 to correct minor error.) For the first time ever, UNF will need to order kibble and hay to feed some of its staff. The Brooks College of Health will be using trained dogs...

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Photo courtesy of EA, DICE.

“Battlefield 2042” first impressions

Michael Tracey, General Assignment Reporter Oct 22, 2021

Three months ago, if you asked me what my most anticipated shooter of the year would be, I would have said “Battlefield 2042” in an instant. However, after playing the open beta event, I have canceled...

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Former Facebook employee Frances Haugen speaks during a hearing of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, and Data Security, on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Facebook and its effects on society; UNF professor elaborates

Nathan Turoff, Features Editor Oct 22, 2021

Facebook and its contemporaries have come under increased scrutiny from the government and general public over their questionable practices and frequent breaches of information. This comes after early...

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Photo courtesy of Unsplash via. Pro Church Media.

‘Tis the season of giving; UNF accepting donations for the annual Thanksgiving Basket Food Drive

Michael Tracey, General Assignment Reporter Oct 21, 2021

The holiday season is about more than receiving presents wrapped elegantly with a bow or finishing that last bite of pumpkin pie. The year's final months are also a moment to give back to those who aren't...

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Graphic by Majdouline Bakor.

Parkinson’s Moving Day at UNF

Majdouline Bakor, Multimedia Journalist Oct 21, 2021

The annual Parkinson’s Foundation Moving Day event will take place at UNF this Saturday, October 23 at 9 am. Participants are to meet up with the foundation at UNF’s Coxwell Amphitheater, next to the...

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