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Music classes getting back in tune post-COVID

Jonathan Melancon, Feature Reporter | Sep 18, 2020

Socially distanced bands and recorded homework assignments highlight some of the ways music students have had to adapt since the coronavirus outbreak. UNF music classes have transitioned to hybrid teaching...

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FILE - Icons for the smartphone apps TikTok and WeChat are seen on a smartphone screen in Beijing, in a Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 file photo. The Commerce Department said President Trump’s proposed ban of the apps WeChat and TikTok will go into effect Sunday, Sept. 20, to “safeguard the national security of the United States.” The government said its order, previously announced by Trump in August, will “combat China’s malicious collection of American citizens’ personal data.” (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File)

AP: US bans WeChat, TikTok citing privacy, national security

MATT OTT, AP Business Writer | Sep 18, 2020

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. will ban the downloads of the Chinese apps TikTok and WeChat on Sunday, with a total ban on the use of the latter, citing national security and data privacy concerns. A total...

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The wait is over for PlayStation fans as Sony announces PS5 prices and upcoming games

Erik Feliciano, Reporter | Sep 17, 2020

The wait is finally over! After months of very little information, Sony has finally released how much their PlayStation 5 will cost as well as when you should be able to see them on store shelves. Earlier...

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UNF study abroad fair is returning to campus; what you need to know

UNF study abroad fair is returning to campus; what you need to know

John Watson, Sports Editor | Sep 17, 2020

The path to swooping overseas starts with a conversation and those conversations can be had at the upcoming UNF study abroad fair. The UNF study abroad fair is Tuesday, Sept. 22nd and will be from 12...

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Time to suit up! JCPenney offers sale on dress attire

Time to suit up! JCPenney offers sale on dress attire

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter | Sep 17, 2020

JCPenney is offering up to an extra 30% off on career dress for UNF students, faculty, staff and alumni at their annual Suit-Up event. The event takes place September 18, 2020 through September 20,...

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University urges students to report COVID violations amid evidence of students attending parties

Zach Yearwood, Managing Editor | Sep 16, 2020

The coronavirus has completely changed the way we live and will likely continue to do so for the foreseeable future. However, CDC and university guidelines have not slowed some college students down from...

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UNF ranked one of the best national colleges

Darvin Nelson, News Editor | Sep 15, 2020

UNF has been ranked one of the best national universities by the U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 edition of “Best Colleges,” for the second time. UNF has also been ranked among the “Best Regional”...

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FILE - This Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, shows the icon for TikTok in New York. TikTok's owner has chosen Oracle over Microsoft as its preferred suitor to buy the popular video-sharing app, according to a source familiar with the deal, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020. (AP Photo/File)

AP: Oracle and TikTok struck a deal. What it is, none will say

MATT O’BRIEN and TALI ARBEL, AP Technology Writers | Sep 15, 2020

The short-video app TikTok has chosen Oracle as its corporate savior to avoid a U.S. ban ordered by President Donald Trump. The U.S. government will review the prospective deal. That much is known. Everything...

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Woman on the street: Should the COVID-19 vaccine be mandatory for schools?

Woman on the street: Should the COVID-19 vaccine be mandatory for schools?

Mariana Mejia, Reporter | Sep 15, 2020

Featured image courtesy of CDC via Unsplash Since the first day of school, students have been impacted by COVID-19 and health workers worldwide have been racing for a vaccine. According to WedMD,...

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UNF hosting events this week to celebrate Constitution Day

Zach Yearwood, Managing Editor | Sep 14, 2020

On Sept. 17, 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed, creating the groundwork of a social contract for a nation in its infancy. This week, UNF will be hosting events leading up to Thursday, Sept. 17 to...

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UNF wins Healthiest Company Award for the 12th year in a row

UNF wins Healthiest Company Award for the 12th year in a row

Hayley Simonson, Police Reporter | Sep 14, 2020

The First Coast Worksite Wellness Council's annual 'Healthiest Company Award’ went to the University of North Florida for the 12th year in a row. UNF received this award in August 2020 in partnership...

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Student Government seeking Senators

Student Government seeking Senators

Nathan Turoff, Student Government Reporter | Sep 11, 2020

Nathan Turoff, Student Government Reporter The UNF Student Government Senate is facing a crisis - the lack of attendance. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the restrictions induced by the school,...

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