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This undated photo provided by the Columbia Police Department shows Samantha Josephson, a University of South Carolina student who was reported missing after last being seen Friday, March 29, 2019. The university on Saturday confirmed the death of the student.

Chief: Ride-share mistake led to death of SC college student

Associated Press Apr 1, 2019

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The man accused of killing a woman who got into his car thinking it was her Uber ride had activated the child locks in his backseat so the doors could only be opened from the outside,...

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Courtesy of Student Government

Student Government unanimously approves new defibrillators for Student Union

Alex Del Dago, Student Government Reporter Mar 30, 2019

A decision regarding student safety was made in Senate on Friday, March 29. Student Government unanimously consented to allocate $3,814.80 from the Special Requests Index and fund the purchase of four...

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UNF's lecture on America's role in the chanign world was hosted in the Herbert University Center. Photo by Jessica May.

UNF Early Voting Site closed for next local election

Hannah Lee, Editor-in-Chief Mar 29, 2019

Students hoping to vote in the next local election will be disappointed to find that Supervisor of Elections Mike Hogan won't be opening the UNF Early Voting Site. In the March 19 election, only 24...

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The Heist Adventure at the Escape Game.

Three new attractions opening in St. Johns Town Center

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Mar 28, 2019

The Escape Game, Fabletics, and TUMI have been added to the sea of shops and restaurants in St. Johns Town Center. The Escape Game will offer escape rooms that groups can work together for an hour-long...

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"I'm also concerned with how art and activism can change lives." -Dr. Constanza Lopez

Students Stitch Together in Embroidering for Peace

Kristina Smith Mar 28, 2019

Once March rolls around, anyone strolling by the green will notice embroidered sheets flapping in the wind. This is the Embroidering for Peace event hosted by the Spanish club. Each year this is a chance...

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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Photo courtesy Brian Solis, www.briansolis.com and bub.blicio.us.

Facebook extends ban on hate speech to ‘white nationalists’

Associated Press Mar 27, 2019

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Facebook is extending its ban on hate speech to prohibit the promotion and support of white nationalism and white separatism. The company previously allowed such material even...

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Ozzie Bucks discontinuing off-campus use

Ozzie Bucks discontinuing off-campus use

Paolo Cesar Mar 26, 2019

In a new release, the University of North Florida stated that Ozzie Bucks are officially discontinuing off-campus use starting April 26. According to the release, students and employees can still take...

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Shelley Purser, director of Health Promotions, said the tobacco-free initiative at UNF will require the campus community to encourage each other to keep the university smoke-free.
Photo by Morgan Purvis

Senate panel OKs bill raising age to 21 for tobacco, vaping

Associated Press Mar 26, 2019

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Legislation raising the minimum age from 18 to 21 for Floridians to possess tobacco or vaping products has cleared a state Senate committee. The Senate Health Policy Committee...

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Panda Express is open at the Student Union.

Panda Express expands hours

Kristina Smith Mar 25, 2019

Panda lovers rejoice—starting on Saturday, March 30, Panda Express will be open on weekends from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. These hours will extend through the rest of the Spring semester. But as the newest...

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Graphic by Rachelle Keller

Police Beat: A stolen textbook, large amounts of money and a stolen skateboard

Heydi Ortiz, Police Reporter Mar 22, 2019

College student nightmare On March 11, UNFPD was dispatched to the UPD building in response to a stolen textbook. According to the report, the student placed her textbook she had gotten from the UNF...

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President Donald Trump

Trump to colleges: Back free speech or lose funds

Associated Press Mar 21, 2019

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3qioGk8OQg[/embedyt] President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday requiring U.S. colleges to protect free speech on their campuses or risk losing...

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Crossings Door

Dorm doors failing to close

Heydi Ortiz, Police Reporter Mar 21, 2019

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ex_y8iYRsaU[/embedyt] In February, police reported to a burglary at the Crossings where the students were away for a weekend. Last week, a student had $500 stolen...

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