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University of No Fun? Apathy at UNF

University of No Fun? Apathy at UNF

Darvin Nelson, Features Editor Mar 6, 2020

You may not be involved in your school, be a member of an organization that helps you work towards your goal, or participate in a student club.  Like you, many students are not involved on campus and...

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Here is what you need to know about Census 2020

Here is what you need to know about Census 2020

Zach Yearwood, General Assignment Reporter Mar 5, 2020

With a new decade upon us, it is time to acknowledge an event that comes with it: the U.S. Census. Very few college students are old enough to remember their parents participating in the last census...

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Starbucks suspends use of personal cups; James Bond film release date pushed back

Starbucks suspends use of personal cups; James Bond film release date pushed back

Courtney Green, News Editor Mar 5, 2020

As fears of COVID-19 rise, companies are reacting with counter-moves against the spread of the virus. On Wednesday, Starbucks announced they are halting the use of personal-use, reusable cups in an effort...

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Elizabeth Warren

Bloomberg, Warren drop after poor Super Tuesday show out

Courtney Green, News Editor Mar 5, 2020

Elizabeth Warren and Mike Bloomberg have dropped their bids for the Democratic nomination post-Super Tuesday. https://twitter.com/MikeBloomberg/status/1235224092439187460 In a re-tweet, Elizabeth...

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UNF looks to improve campus security

UNF looks to improve campus security

Christian Ayers, Intern Reporter Mar 4, 2020

Campus security and personal safety are high priority needs for both students and university officials. At UNF, crime and other unfortunate incidents happen almost every day, but while most of these events...

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Mayor responds to ill passenger concern on Jax cruise ship; Conflicting information about monitoring coronavirus in Jacksonville

Mayor responds to ill passenger concern on Jax cruise ship; Conflicting information about monitoring coronavirus in Jacksonville

Darvin Nelson, Features Editor Mar 3, 2020

Recently, there has been conflicting information about people in Jacksonville being monitored for the coronavirus.  According to News4Jax, “The local Health Department said Monday there are no suspected...

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What is Super Tuesday and why is it significant?

What is Super Tuesday and why is it significant?

Courtney Green, News Editor Mar 3, 2020

Today is Super Tuesday, one of the most critical days in an election year. Today, 1,357 delegates will be awarded to the five remaining candidates in the Democratic Primary. To put that in perspective,...

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One-Stop

SG looks closer at One-Stop

Emily Echevarria, Government Reporter Mar 3, 2020

In a University and Student Affairs Committee on Friday, Senators joked about the irony in the name One-Stop-- you always have to go more than once.  The USA Committee decided to focus this semester’s...

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UNF elevates response to coronavirus

UNF elevates response to coronavirus

Courtney Green, News Editor Mar 2, 2020

UNF has announced the suspension of all University-related travel to China, South Korea, Italy, Japan and Iran for the Spring 2020 term. This includes study-abroad and research-related travel. Previously,...

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Anthony Stagnitta mugshot. Courtesy of Bradford County Sheriff's Office.

Former UNF student sentenced to prison for distributing child pornography

Heydi Ortiz, Managing Editor Mar 2, 2020

According to the U.S. state attorney’s office, former UNF student, Anthony Stagnitta was sentenced to eight years and four months in prison on Friday for distributing child sex-abuse videos through the...

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Student Government Reacts to Uncontested Elections

Emily Echevarria, Government Reporter Mar 2, 2020

The news that the spring elections would be uncontested rolled through Student Government last week, sparking a series of drastic changes within the organization. Chairwoman (and future Vice President)...

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Biden wins South Carolina, placing him 4 delegates behind Sanders

Biden wins South Carolina, placing him 4 delegates behind Sanders

Courtney Green, News Editor Mar 2, 2020

The South Carolina polls closed Saturday night, immediately naming Joe Biden as the state's winner. With the win, Biden garnered 39 delegates. In contrast, Sanders walked away second place with 13 delegates. Tom...

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