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Panda Express is open at the Student Union.

Panda Express opens for business

Johnakeshia Thompson Aug 28, 2018

The smell of sweet and tangy spices lingers on campus as an invitation to come and indulge in Chinese food. This soft launch can speak for itself; as soon as you enter the food court, you’re greeted...

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The Osprey Fountains.

UNF implements new automated key access system at the Osprey Fountains

Steven Thompson Aug 27, 2018

New automated key access system locks were installed this summer at the Osprey Fountains. UNF's goal in 2014 was reportedly to replace its existing dorm access keys, seeing as changing and reprogramming...

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The entrance to the UNF Counseling Center. The walls are gray and there are silver double doors with large windows, and a sign above the doors reading, "UNF Counseling Center"

UNF Counseling Center accredited by International Association of Counseling Services

Carly Kramer, Video Director Aug 25, 2018

The UNF Counseling Center announced Friday, Aug. 24 via their Facebook page that the International Association of Counseling Services Board of Accreditation approved their application for full-accreditation. “It...

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Parking closures coming Saturday

Parking closures coming Saturday

Jac Caruso Aug 24, 2018

Parking on campus is about to get even harder, as portions of Lot 18 and 34 will both be closed on Saturday, Aug. 25. The eastern portion of Lot 18, closest to Harmon Stadium, will be shut down...

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Tailgates were suspended on campus in February.

New alcohol policy revisions ban booze from student events

Hannah Lee, Editor-in-Chief Aug 24, 2018

*UPDATE 7:05 p.m.: Campus Life has just confirmed that Ozzie Oktoberfest has been cancelled. The Alcohol Procedures and Requirements were changed on Aug. 23 after months of deliberations between the...

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Astrophysics Professor Dr. Hewitt and Junior Astrophysics Student Shannon Silverman set up the main telescope for attendees to view nearby planets and stars. Photo by Ashley Pace

UNF Astronomy Club to host astronomy night

Steven Thompson Aug 24, 2018

  The University of North Florida Astronomy Club will host a fun-filled and family-friendly astronomy night on Friday, Aug. 24 at 8 p.m. The event will be held on the UNF campus in room...

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The Osprey Update was sent out to all students on Aug. 22.

Phishing email scam targets Florida college students

Hannah Lee, Editor-in-Chief Aug 22, 2018

An Osprey Update was sent out on Aug. 22 warning students of a phishing email scam that has targeted Florida public university students. According to the email, attackers are targeting students' banking...

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Unsolidified parking in Garage 44A leaves some students disoriented

Unsolidified parking in Garage 44A leaves some students disoriented

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor Aug 22, 2018

  Pain and aggravation: two words normally associated with campus parking for students who try to wrangle their cars around campus. As if parking wasn’t confusing enough at the start of the...

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Students line up early to enter the new and improved Game Room.

The Game Room’s grand reopening

Joseph Girouard Aug 21, 2018

At what is considered “bright and early” by some students, the Student Union Game Room had its grand reopening Monday, Aug. 20 at 10 a.m. With a line of students waiting for the ribbon to be cut, the...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Vice President of Student and International Affairs leaves UNF

Aisling Glocke Aug 20, 2018

On Thursday, Aug. 16, Vice President of Student and International Affairs Mauricio Gonzalez announced in an Osprey Update that he is leaving UNF. In the update, Gonzalez was recognized for his...

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Slice has replaced papa John's.

UNF implements new restaurants on campus

Jac Caruso Aug 20, 2018

There are exciting new options when it comes to food available on campus. A new pizza joint, Slice, as well as Panda Express are set to open here at UNF. Slice has joined the UNF meal options...

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The new look of the MyWings portal.

New MyWings portal is now in effect

Hannah Lee, Editor-in-Chief Aug 17, 2018

The MyWings portal got a makeover this past summer and now users will be using a new customizable tile format. The change is now permanent and has been in effect as of Thursday, Aug. 16. The new vendor,...

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