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Breaking down proposed constitutional revisions ahead of spring 2024 SG election

Breaking down proposed constitutional revisions ahead of spring 2024 SG election

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Mar 11, 2024

The University of North Florida’s Student Government released its revised constitution, and students will determine its approval through a vote in Tuesday and Wednesday’s SG election. Here are some...

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UNF catcher Dallen Leach takes his lead off of third base on Tuesday’s game against Florida.

Mercy rule secures UNF Baseball a series win over Seton Hall

Ethan Howick, Sports Reporter | Mar 11, 2024

The UNF baseball team defeated the Seton Hall Pirates last weekend by winning two out of three games at Harmon Stadium.  The Ospreys' early offense led them to hold off Seton Hall in a 6-4 win Friday...

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UNF Men’s Basketball players among those awarded ASUN postseason honors

UNF Men’s Basketball players among those awarded ASUN postseason honors

Jacob Justice and Rachel Bacchus | Mar 11, 2024

With the ASUN men’s basketball regular season over, the league has begun awarding honors to multiple athletes in the conference. UNF is no stranger to these awards, as three Osprey athletes have previously...

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The Lend-A-Wing food pantry.

Lend-A-Wing food pantry limits students to weekly shopping trips

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief | Mar 11, 2024

Starting last week, UNF students were limited to weekly visits to the Lend-A-Wing food pantry, which previously allowed daily shopping trips. The statement on their social media said that because Lend-A-Wing...

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U.S. Russia Foundation CEO Matthew Rojansky spoke to UNF students, faculty and other community members Monday night. (Photo courtesy of UNF)

Matthew Rojansky visits UNF to speak on the Russo-Ukrainian War

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Mar 10, 2024

On Monday night, Matthew Rojansky, a U.S.-Russia relations analyst, spoke at the University of North Florida about national security, Ukraine and Russia.  Rojansky is president and CEO of the U.S....

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This was the final game for seniors Dorian James (pictured) and Jake van der Heijden. (Rachel Bacchus)

UNF Men’s Basketball loses ASUN Quarterfinals to Austin Peay in overtime

Jacob Justice, Sports Editor | Mar 10, 2024

On Tuesday night, the number five seed UNF men’s basketball team faced off against number four Austin Peay in the ASUN tournament quarterfinals. The APSU Governors won in overtime, 98-101. Half One North...

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Check it or Chuck it: Mayday sticks the sweet landing

Check it or Chuck it: Mayday sticks the sweet landing

Ethan Leckie, Opinons Editor | Mar 7, 2024
Good day, everyone. This is your captain speaking. On behalf of Spinnaker, I am pleased to welcome you aboard Flight Number Five with service to Mayday Ice Cream in St. Johns Town Center.
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UNF Men’s Basketball defeats Stetson on Senior Night

UNF Men’s Basketball defeats Stetson on Senior Night

Ethan Howick, Sports Reporter | Mar 4, 2024

The University of North Florida men’s basketball team defeated the Stetson Hatters on Friday, 78-59, on Senior Night at UNF Arena.  On a night when the Ospreys were honoring seniors Dorian James...

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Matthew Driscoll strategizing during a game

Missed shots cost UNF Men’s Basketball a brutal loss to FGCU at home

Jacob Justice, Sports Editor | Mar 4, 2024

UNF men’s basketball faced off against an in-state conference opponent at home Wednesday evening, with the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles taking the road win in dominant fashion 79-60. The Eagles started...

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Nine new matching squat racks were also added. (Rachel Bacchus)

Inside UNF’s new and improved Student Wellness Center

Jeanne Gilbert and Rachel Bacchus | Feb 29, 2024

The University of North Florida's Student Wellness Center held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Wednesday to commemorate its reopening on Jan. 11 after the two months of renovations that caused it to close...

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With summer-long renovations in the works, the Hicks Honors College, which is typically found in Building 10, has been moved to a new location until the renovations are completed. (Christian Ayer/Spinnaker)

OPINION: How UNF can rebuild the upperclassmen Honors community

Ethan Leckie, Opinions Editor | Feb 29, 2024
Before I begin, I have to drop some Ethan lore: I have been a part of the University of North Florida’s Hicks Honors College since my freshman year.
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The Green, located at the center of UNF's campus, is a popular spot for students trying to relax between classes. A smaller school than UF or FSU, many students can find quiet spots across campus to study, read and hang out.

Some UNF students having trouble with academic advisors

Maria Sanmartin and Ashton Pike | Feb 28, 2024

The mission statement of Academic Advising at the University of North Florida states that advisors can help students select a major and assist them with their academic schedules. However, when asked...

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