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Interfaith Week has concluded, revisit some of its best moments

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Oct 11, 2021

UNF’s Interfaith Week hosted by the Interfaith Center wrapped up on Friday, Oct. 8. The week featured various opportunities for UNF students, faculty, and staff to experience different religions, and...

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UNF volleyball sweeps JU in season’s first River City Rumble match

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Oct 11, 2021

UNF clashed with Jacksonville University for the first time this season on Saturday, as the Ospreys downed the Dolphins in dominant fashion. The Ospreys have gotten off to a historic start, while the...

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Student Government passes a trio of bills ahead of ‘Rally in Tally’

Julia Croston, Student Government Reporter Oct 11, 2021

(Updated Oct. 12 to correct a minor error.) On Friday, Oct. 8, Student Government (SG) met in the Senate chambers to finalize new legislation before it will be presented to state legislators at Rally...

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UNF’s ‘Right Ice Machine’ demystified

Ethan Leckie, Volunteer Reporter Oct 8, 2021

Lurking in the back of the Osprey Café, there sits a machine— an ice machine. Uttering its name will make even the longest-tenured students tremble in fear. From Aug. to early Oct., it would dispense...

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Twitch admits massive data breach

Michael Tracey, General Assignment Reporter Oct 8, 2021

On Wednesday, Oct. 6, Twitch admitted to a massive data breach containing source code, streamer payout information, and business practices. Shortly before the Amazon-owned streaming platform sent out the...

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Opinion: Diets don’t work! Here’s why

Hayley Brock, Nutrition Student Oct 8, 2021

The U.S. weight loss and diet industry reached a record worth of $78 billion in 2019 and the global weight-loss industry is expected to be worth $278.95 billion by 2023.1 Is the diet industry so profitable...

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2022-2023 FAFSA updates and changes: What’s new?

Majdouline Bakor, Multimedia Journalist Oct 8, 2021

The new enhancements to the online FAFSA form include a visual update which is similar to the look and uses of the studentaid.gov website. Users will be able to select their role before entering the FAFSA...

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“Halo Infinite” multiplayer first impressions

Michael Tracey, General Assignment Reporter Oct 7, 2021

As the holiday season quickly approaches, gamers feel the pressure of choosing between a mountain of major AAA titles. With many new-gen releases increasing to a price tag of 70 dollars or more, it’s...

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Threats made against Pride Fest event have been released

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Oct 7, 2021

After the Pride Fest was canceled on Oct. 5, Spinnaker reached out to the University Police Department (UPD) requesting the reason why the event didn’t happen. Here's what we uncovered.  Prior to...

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The Benefits of Yoga

Hayley Simonson, Managing Editor Oct 7, 2021

Take advantage of the group fitness yoga classes at the UNF wellness center, and embrace all the benefits that come along with attending yoga classes. According to Hopkins Medicine, yoga has many benefits...

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UNF student verbally assaulted by comedian at Battle of the Bands

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Oct 7, 2021

Students packed the grassy field in front of the UNF Coxwell Amphitheater on Sep. 30 to watch the Battle of the Bands, organized by UNF Osprey Life and Productions (OLP). The night was meant to feature...

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Disney World’s 50th Anniversary

David Eckstein-Schoemann, Reporter Oct 6, 2021

Disney fans rejoice! The time has come for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration. After having opened its doors on October 1st, 1971, visitors of all ages have come to witness the big event.  Seeing...

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