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The Jacksonville Transgender Action Committee helped to host the rally outside of the Duval County Courthouse.

Recent murders of Jacksonville transgender women sparks fear and anger in the community

Sam Chaney, News Editor Jul 1, 2018

Amidst a month designated for celebrating diverse expressions of life, certain members of the LGBT community instead found themselves filled with fear for their safety by the end of June. While we are...

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UNF ranks in top 10 best colleges for nutrition degree program

UNF ranks in top 10 best colleges for nutrition degree program

Aisling Glocke Jul 1, 2018

Recently, schools.com rated UNF as one of the top 10 colleges for a nutrition degree program. UNF's Nutrition and Dietetics Flagship Program ranked number eight overall on the list for the upcoming...

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Manny Hernandez.

Recent UNF graduate killed in car accident

Sam Chaney, News Editor Jun 29, 2018

Recent UNF graduate Emanuel (Manny) Hernandez Jr. was killed in a car accident on June 27. His death came as a shock to loved ones after he recovered from a traumatic brain injury that resulted from...

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Courtesy of Social Media Day JAX.

Social Media Day JAX 2018 to be held at UNF

Carly Kramer Jun 28, 2018

The second-annual Social Media Day JAX will be held this weekend at the Herbert University Center. This two-day conference will feature a panel of social media experts from Jacksonville and beyond....

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Courtesy of Jacksonville Transgender Committee.

Local rallies being held in response to recent murders of transgender community members

Sam Chaney, News Editor Jun 26, 2018

Voices are rising within the Jacksonville community in a chorus of cries for justice. Within the last year, three transgender women in Duval County were murdered, and a fourth was shot but survived. In...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

UNF Dining Services hiring students for summer B and fall terms

Aisling Glocke Jun 26, 2018

With the help of UNF Dining Services, students can make the money they need without ever having to leave campus. On Tuesday, June 26, UNF Dining Services will host the Pop-Up Student Hiring Fair...

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UNF ranks among top 2018 LGBTQ-friendly online colleges

UNF ranks among top 2018 LGBTQ-friendly online colleges

Sam Chaney, News Editor Jun 25, 2018

National Pride Month has been in full swing. Not only has the UNF LGBT Resource Center been an invaluable resource to students and the community, but UNF itself has proven to be one of the more prominent...

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UNF E-sports summer kickoff party

UNF E-sports summer kickoff party

Nolan Hammond Jun 24, 2018

The UNF Esports Club will be hosting a summer kickoff party on Sunday, June 24 featuring a 6v6 Overwatch tournament and a 1v1 Hearthstone tournament. The event will be held at the GLHF Game Bar...

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Summer B Kickoff Week: Events to launch into your summer term

Summer B Kickoff Week: Events to launch into your summer term

Hunter Horstman Jun 23, 2018

*Correction 6/25: The Summer B cookout is at the Student Union Food Court, not the Osprey Clubhouse. Everyone says that college is the best time of your life and, with UNF being such a great school,...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Preferred names are now accessible in Canvas

Hannah Lee Jun 21, 2018

UNF students and employees can now change and see their preferred name in Canvas. The preferred name will be reflected in UNF email and the learning management systems, according to the University....

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Upcoming workshops on Canvas changes

Upcoming workshops on Canvas changes

Nolan Hammond Jun 20, 2018

UNF’s Center for Instruction & Research Technology is offering workshops this week for those interested in learning about new changes to Canvas. The first workshop is on Wednesday, June 20...

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Pride Month 2018: Why River City Pride is in October

Pride Month 2018: Why River City Pride is in October

Carly Kramer Jun 20, 2018

Like numerous cities around the country, Jacksonville celebrates its LGBT community with a pride festival. However, River City Pride is held annually in October instead of June, and one can't help...

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