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S.D.S. protests unrest in Kenosha and S.D.S. member's arrest

S.D.S. protests unrest in Kenosha and S.D.S. member’s arrest

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Aug 27, 2020

Today, at the UNF Fine Arts Building, UNF’s Students for a Democratic Society (S.D.S.) protested police brutality regarding the events in Kenosha, Wis. and the arrest of a S.D.S. member there. On...

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Album review: "Down in the Weeds, Where the World Once Was" by Bright Eyes

Album review: “Down in the Weeds, Where the World Once Was” by Bright Eyes

Carissa Marques, Creative Services Director Aug 27, 2020

Introduction: Indie-folk legends of the early 2000s, Bright Eyes, released their first album in almost a decade: Down in the Weeds, Where the World Once Was, on August 21, 2020. Older millennials would...

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Today marks the 60th anniversary of Ax Handle Saturday

Today marks the 60th anniversary of Ax Handle Saturday

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter Aug 27, 2020

Featured Image courtesy of First Coast News. August 27 is the day that became known as Ax Handle Saturday in Jacksonville. A number of socially distanced demonstrators are expected to come out in commemoration...

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Stuck on campus? Here are some safe activities to do safely

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Aug 27, 2020

If you’ve been at UNF this week, you may have noticed that the campus is reminiscent of a ghost town - as if Thanos gave it a little snap. There are still people here and there, but it’s nothing close...

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Artwork(ers) United to host art exhibit in Lot 18

Artwork(ers) United to host art exhibit in Lot 18

Aloe Suarez, Reporter Aug 25, 2020

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - A Jacksonville artist collaboration is hosting a live-streamed national art exhibit at the University of North Florida. The Creatives designed a “projection and sound event”...

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UNF ranked as one of the best regional colleges in the Southeast

UNF ranked as one of the best regional colleges in the Southeast

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Aug 25, 2020

The Princeton Review has listed UNF in a feature of “2021 Best Colleges: Region by Region.” The publication considers UNF to be academically outstanding and well worth consideration when students are...

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Not following UNF COVID-19 guidelines may lead to expulsion from the University

Not following UNF COVID-19 guidelines may lead to expulsion from the University

Darvin Nelson, News Editor Aug 21, 2020

The UNF Dean of students, Andrea Adams-Manning, shared an important message regarding the enforcement of UNF policies and the consequences of engaging in risky behaviors that risk the health, safety, and...

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How to use the Safe Ospreys App

How to use the Safe Ospreys App

Sheifalika Bhatnagar, Reporter Aug 20, 2020

All UNF students, faculty and staff must download the new Safe Ospreys application for the Fall semester.  The primary purpose of Safe Ospreys App is the self-evaluation tool which is used to determine...

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Taking a quick look at the RNC and DNC

Nathan Turoff, Student Government Reporter Aug 17, 2020

Today, August 17, marks the first day of the Democratic National Convention. Held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the convention is substantially toned down from what was initially planned, as a result of the...

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UNF creates the nation's first MedNexus; $6 Million in funding from Florida state budget

UNF creates the nation’s first MedNexus; $6 Million in funding from Florida state budget

Darvin Nelson, Features Editor Jul 9, 2020

UNF has created the nation’s first MedNexus, a “university-based medical and healthcare nexus.” The University sent out an email announcing the creation, which was approved $6 million in funding...

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Performer at Fall 2019 Battle of the Bands. Photo by Romario.

Missed Battle of the Bands? Here’s a recap

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter Oct 20, 2019

This article was updated October 21, 2019 at 11:37 a.m.  Jason Tidman, also known as “Tiddy,” a Jax-based DJ, won this year's Battle of the Bands this past Friday night and will be the first performer...

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Rocco's Pizza Food Truck serving free pizza, bread knots, and mozzarella sticks to the UNF students. Photo by Caleb Moseley

Food Truck Frenzy and Battle of the Bands

Morgan Holbrook, Copy Editor Oct 17, 2019

The biggest party on campus will be at the Student Union Amphitheater this Friday night. Instead of the Osprey Clubhouse, Food Truck Frenzy will be held at the J.B. Coxwell Amphitheater with Battle...

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