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Thanksgiving campus hours and closures

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Nov 21, 2018

While the majority of students are already in the process of making their way home for the Thanksgiving Holiday, that may not be the case for everybody on campus. If you're wondering what the business...

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Upper Deck difficulties in the Fountains

DeAndre Pearson Nov 21, 2018

The Upper Deck, a sports-themed room at the Osprey Fountains, has drawn criticism due to technical difficulties with their television service. Since their 2009 opening, the Upper Deck has been a social...

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Two birds, one stone: gobble gobble

Lianna Norman, News Editor Nov 18, 2018

Thanksgiving isn't necessarily a word tied to healthy habits, but this holiday season Winn-Dixie has decided to change that. According to their website, Winn-Dixie is now offering a free Thanksgiving...

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Mark Tumeo, the former dean of the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction. Courtesy of the University of North Florida

Former dean sues UNF

Hannah Lee, Editor-in-Chief Nov 16, 2018

The former dean of the College of Computing, Engineering and Construction is now suing the Board of Trustees of UNF after resigning on Oct. 3. Mark Tumeo is stating that he was forced to resign. Tumeo...

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UNF Clery Act Committee reflects on other universities’ mistakes

Jessica May, Police Reporter Nov 16, 2018

The Clery Act committee met on Nov. 15 to discuss general business from their last meeting and the University of Montana’s Clery Act audit. The University of Montana is being fined nearly $1 million...

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PTSD from the 2016 presidential election: how college students responded

Heydi Ortiz Nov 15, 2018

On Nov. 8, 2016, millions of students nationwide tuned in to watch the fate of the country as one of the most controversial races for the presidency awaited results. The constant battle between Clinton...

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What exactly is a recount?

Lianna Norman, News Editor Nov 14, 2018

Politics can be confusing, and with so much information coming from so many media platforms, it may be unclear as to what a recount of votes entails. Here are a few definitions to keep in mind as...

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Veterans Day hours and closures on campus

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Nov 12, 2018

In observance of Veterans Day, most University offices will be closed, disrupting many students' normal Monday routines. If you're on campus and you find yourself wondering what is still available to...

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For the ninth year in a row, UNF has been named one of the most military friendly schools. Photo by Tyler van Voorthuijsen

UNF Dining Services provides discounts to Veterans

Jay Mafela Nov 9, 2018

With Veterans Day approaching, UNF Dining Services is offering a special discount to military veterans and active duty personnel. Normally, there is a 10 percent discount on dining services for military...

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Getting hooked on campus: phishing scams

Jessica May Nov 8, 2018

There has been phishing on campus and it isn’t in the lakes. According to an Osprey Update for faculty and staff, university employees have become targets to a phishing scam. The scam seems to...

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Reserved parking in the arena garage.

Changes in parking this week

Aleema Jack Nov 7, 2018

It is a busy week of events at UNF. On Nov. 7, twenty spaces on the fourth floor of Arena Garage will be allotted for those attending the Physical Therapy Employer Showcase from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. On...

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Parking unavailability in the Arena Parking Garage on Halloween

Parking unavailability in the Arena Parking Garage on Halloween

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Oct 31, 2018

Parking gets scary again on Wednesday, Oct. 31 when fifty Blue Lot spaces on the fourth floor of the Arena Parking Garage will be unavailable. According to the University, the spaces will be...

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