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UNF women’s soccer game Thursday night canceled due to Hurricane Idalia impact

Jacob Justice, Sports Editor | Aug 30, 2023

The University of North Florida women’s soccer program was set to face off against the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay this Thursday evening, however the contest has been canceled due to weather conditions...

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Hurricane Idalia's rainfall forecast as of 4:45 a.m. Wednesday. Courtesy of the National Weather Service.

Idalia heads toward Georgia, leaving over 7,000 without power in Jacksonville, JEA says

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Aug 30, 2023

Hurricane Idalia made landfall in the Florida Big Bend as a Category 4 storm Wednesday morning, bringing strong winds and rain across North Florida, knocking out power for some 7,000 people in the Jacksonville...

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The outside of the Fine Arts Center, which began construction during the first few weeks of the fall 2023 semester, was locked down in preparation for Hurricane Idalia. Though still not complete, materials left outside were strapped down.

Strengthening to Category 2, NHC advises Idalia is “likely to become a major hurricane soon”

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Aug 29, 2023

Forecast by the National Hurricane Center in Miami to reach the Big Bend of Florida as a major hurricane Wednesday morning, Hurricane Idalia reached Category 2 status earlier tonight as its outer bands...

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On-campus dining locations, shuttles to completely close Wednesday, UNF says

On-campus dining locations, shuttles to completely close Wednesday, UNF says

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Aug 29, 2023

The University of North Florida announced Tuesday afternoon that campus dining facilities will be completely closed on Wednesday and bagged food is being made available for students living on campus today. Shuttle...

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Men’s soccer puts on goalkeeping showcase, ties with Charleston in season home opener

Men’s soccer puts on goalkeeping showcase, ties with Charleston in season home opener

Jacob Justice, Sports Editor | Aug 29, 2023

The University of North Florida men’s soccer team started their home schedule this past weekend as the Ospreys faced off against the College of Charleston Cougars on Sunday evening, with stiff competitiveness...

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The forecast cone for Hurricane Idalia as of Tuesday morning. (Courtesy of NOAA)

Idalia becomes Category 1, expected to be Category 3 before landfall

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Aug 29, 2023

Tropical Storm Idalia strengthened to a Category 1 Hurricane early Tuesday morning, and the National Hurricane Center in Miami warned that it is still strengthening. Already crossing the westernmost...

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The forecast cone for Tropical Storm Idalia as of 4:30 p.m. Monday, according to the National Hurricane Center.

UNF cancels classes, shuts down campus ahead of Idalia

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Aug 28, 2023

The University of North Florida announced in a campus-wide alert this afternoon that it will be shut down on Tuesday and Wednesday in preparation for Tropical Storm Idalia. All activities and classes will...

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Postponed: UNF to hold community gathering Tuesday after racist shooting over weekend

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Aug 28, 2023
The University of North Florida announced they will hold a community vigil on Tuesday to grieve, heal and support the community after a racist shooting left three dead in New Town on Saturday. 
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Volleyball starts off strong in Thunderdome Classic, knocks off Denver in Santa Barbara California

Volleyball starts off strong in Thunderdome Classic, knocks off Denver in Santa Barbara California

Jacob Justice, Sports Editor | Aug 27, 2023

The University of North Florida Women’s Volleyball program opened their season positively in the Thunderdome Classic Tournament this weekend, with the team breezing past Denver University on Friday evening...

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A UNF student holds up an LGBTQ flag with a fist at a protest

UNF pulled from Campus Pride’s 2023 LGBTQ-friendly colleges, universities list

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Aug 26, 2023

The University of North Florida was the sole university in the state of Florida to be named one of the “Best of the Best” LGBTQ-friendly colleges and universities by Campus Pride in 2022.  However,...

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The volleyball team huddles up together

Fall sports are back! What to expect from UNF Athletics this semester

Jacob Justice, Sports Editor | Aug 23, 2023

While students adjust to the hustle and bustle of their fall schedules, Osprey athletes and coaches have been working tirelessly to create a winning culture that will draw excitement from both the University...

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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.

What do students think of UNF’s 25,000 enrollment goal?

Jeanne Gilbert, Reporter | Aug 21, 2023

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees recently approved a new strategic plan, outlining a variety of goals for the university to accomplish over the next five years. Among these is a plan to...

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