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UNF staff union among those decertified in recent wave of Florida union purges

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief | Mar 29, 2024

The University of North Florida's unit of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, which was the union that represented many USPS employees at the university, was decertified last...

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By the numbers: Inside UNF Softball’s 12-game winning streak

By the numbers: Inside UNF Softball’s 12-game winning streak

Ethan Howick, Sports Reporter | Mar 28, 2024

The UNF softball team is on a major hot streak. Having won twelve games in a row, the Ospreys are tied for first in the ASUN with a 6-0 record.  UNF is in the top five in the ASUN in all major statistical...

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Career fairs can help UNF students and alumni prepare to enter the workforce and establish valuable connections with employers. (Photo courtesy of Career Services)

UNF’s career fairs are a ‘no-brainer opportunity’

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Mar 27, 2024

At the end of February, UNF held its spring 2024 Career Week events at the Adam W. Herbert University Center. This semesterly event featured five job fairs for students interested in STEM and construction,...

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Several companies set up booths run by female representatives. (Photo courtesy of PS27)

UNF and PS27 host Female Founders Forum for aspiring female entrepreneurs

Sydney Teitelbaum, Police Reporter | Mar 15, 2024

Last Friday, on International Women’s Day, the University of North Florida hosted PS27’s Female Founders Forum, a convention hosted by women entrepreneurs for women entrepreneurs.  In attendance...

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SG spring 2024 election results: uncontested president, Senate sweep and constitutional revisions approved

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Mar 14, 2024
The unofficial results from the University of North Florida’s spring 2024 Student Government election are in after voting closed Wednesday afternoon. Michael...
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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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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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