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Upperclassmen share dorm essentials and what freshmen should know

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Jul 31, 2024

Move-in is right around the corner for students at the University of North Florida. To help incoming freshmen navigate their first move-in, upperclassmen shared some things that made dorm life easier.  Eda...

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Stay safe on campus: UNF Police Chief’s advice to students

Ethan Howick, Sports Reporter Jul 25, 2024

Safety is one of the University of North Florida’s top priorities for students living on campus. From unique resources to app tracking systems— the UNF Police Department has all the tools needed to...

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Are you losing aura points? Understanding the new social currency

Are you losing aura points? Understanding the new social currency

Schmidt Joseph, Volunteer Reporter Jul 24, 2024

This article expresses the views of its author(s), separate from those of this publication. Readers are encouraged to comment or submit a Letter to the Editor to share their opinions. To submit a Letter...

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UNF names Stephen W. Dittmore as College of Education and Human Services dean

UNF names Stephen W. Dittmore as College of Education and Human Services dean

Ethan Leckie, Enterprise Editor Jul 23, 2024

The University of North Florida appointed Stephen “Steve” W. Dittmore as dean of the College of Education and Human Services (COEHS), overseeing the college’s faculty, staff and students, along with...

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How FAFSA changes affect students this aid year

Thomas Herrold, Reporter Intern Jul 22, 2024

This year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid underwent significant changes due to the new FAFSA Simplification Act. The legislation aimed to simplify the financial aid application process for...

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

UNF athletics director confident teams heading in ‘right direction’ next year

Ethan Howick, Sports Reporter Jul 22, 2024

Solid. That’s the word UNF athletic director Nick Morrow used to describe the previous athletic year. Morrow said he “always wants more” for UNF athletics before he recalled some of this past year’s...

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AP: Biden drops out of 2024 race after disastrous debate inflamed age concerns and he endorses Harris

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about...

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What students should know when parking on campus this fall

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Jul 19, 2024

Parking permit sales began earlier this month for University of North Florida students. UNF Director of Business and Parking Services, George Androuin, gave his tips for students parking on campus this...

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New law will allow UNF more flexibility with its reserve fund

Ethan Howick, Sports Reporter Jul 17, 2024

A new bill went into effect earlier this month that could change how the University of North Florida and other Florida universities use state funds.  House Bill 707 was put into effect on July 1. The...

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Former UNF basketball player arrested for stalking student

Ethan Leckie, Enterprise Editor Jul 15, 2024

Orlando man and former University of North Florida Men’s Basketball player Jordan Preaster was arrested for allegedly stalking a UNF student on July 6.  According to a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office...

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The comedy show will be held this August in the Lazzara Performance Hall. (Photo courtesy of UNF)

UNF SG approves $110k budget for celebrity comedy show

Joseph Wolfe, Government Reporter Jul 12, 2024

The University of North Florida Student Government has approved a budget of $110,000 for an August comedy show. At the June 14 Senate meeting, Student Body President Michael Barcal presented a special...

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Heat waves could be more common as global temperatures rise

Thomas Herrold, Reporter Intern Jul 9, 2024

Florida is known for its humidity and scorching heat, but heat waves and extreme weather may become more common due to global temperature rise.  Last summer was the hottest on average in recorded history...

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