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Maynite and White-Bing use the UNF library's new recording studio to make ASMR content. (Sebastian Pandelache/Unsplash)

UNF library employees helping students relieve stress with ASMR content

Thomas Herrold, Reporter Intern | Jun 18, 2024

ASMR has made its way to the University of North Florida’s Thomas G. Carpenter Library, and the two librarians behind the videos said they hope this new resource will help students during stressful times.  Scientifically...

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President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden exchange points during their first presidential debate Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, at Case Western University and Cleveland Clinic, in Cleveland, Ohio. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, Pool)

What candidates voters might see in this year’s ‘exceptionally close’ election

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Jun 17, 2024

As Florida voters begin to line up at polling stations in November, here are the candidates they can expect to see on their ballots and what policies they represent. The Democratic National Convention,...

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UNF already offers bachelor's and master's degrees in topics like computer science, data science, IT and more. (Photo courtesy of UNF)

UNF introducing first Ph.D. program in the fall

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief | Jun 17, 2024

The University of North Florida announced its first Doctor of Philosophy program today. The Ph.D. in computing is now accepting applications for the fall 2024 semester. UNF already offers several doctoral...

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UNF campus alert warns of phone scam

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Jun 17, 2024

The University of North Florida sent out an alert notification on Monday afternoon to inform the community about a phone call scam. According to the alert, an unknown individual called the family of...

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UNF archaeology students dig at Black Hammock Island

UNF archaeology students dig at Black Hammock Island

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Jun 10, 2024

A group of UNF archaeology students have begun a new dig at Black Hammock Island on Jacksonville’s Northside to uncover history left behind by the indigenous people of northeast Florida. More than...

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The Florida State Capitol building is seen in Tallahassee, Fla., Jan. 11, 2024. (AP photo/Francis Chung)

What will be on Florida ballots this election season

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Jun 7, 2024

On August 20, Florida voters will choose which candidates will appear on the November ballot at the federal and state levels. The deadline to register to vote in Florida’s primary election is July...

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How Duval voters feel about public funding for Jaguars stadium renovations

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Jun 3, 2024

The University of North Florida’s Public Opinion Research Lab released results from its Jax Speaks Poll last Tuesday. The poll was conducted from May 21 to May 23. PORL asked 667 Duval County registered...

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UNF MedNexus launches three academic programs in Palm Coast

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor | Jun 1, 2024

UNF MedNexus has three new degree programs coming to Palm Coast, as it announced this week. Enrolling now for the fall semester are the Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Administration, Master...

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UFF-UNF to bargain with UNF over new flexible assignment policy

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief | May 28, 2024

The University of North Florida told faculty about a new policy earlier this year that would allow them to teach fewer classes per semester in return for increased research assignments. When UNF's chapter...

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Former UNF guard Chaz Lanier commits to Tennessee

Ethan Howick, Sports Reporter | May 24, 2024

Former UNF guard Chaz Lanier, one of the nation's top transfer portal targets, has announced that he will transfer to the University of Tennessee, according to a social media post.  Lanier averaged...

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Hurricane season 2024: What UNF students need to know

Ethan Howick, Sports Reporter | May 24, 2024

Being a Floridian means dealing with hurricane season and while the dates of hurricane season always remain the same, the outlook, preparation, and predictions change yearly.  This year is no different....

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UNF faculty members sign petition to drop charges against student protestors

Ethan Leckie, Enterprise Editor | May 23, 2024

Updated on May 24 to include clarification on the petition's creation. In the wake of the protests on the UNF green earlier this month, several university faculty members have filed a petition distancing...

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