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Gov. Ron DeSantis appoints real estate CEO Jay Demetree to UNF BOT

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief Apr 5, 2024

Updated on Friday, April 5, at 6:32 p.m. to include a statement from UNF President Moez Limayem Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed real estate investment CEO Jay Demetree to the University of North...

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The UNF Physics Department and Astronomy Club often host eclipse watch parties when they are visible from Jacksonville. (Photo courtesy of UNF)

UNF Department of Physics and Astronomy Club hosting eclipse watch party

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief Apr 4, 2024

The University of North Florida's Department of Physics and Astronomy Club are collaborating to host a watch party for the upcoming solar eclipse next Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the J.B. Coxwell Amphitheater. This...

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UNF holding several events for Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Apr 4, 2024

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the University of North Florida is hosting several events over the next few weeks as part of an initiative called “Start by Believing.” The events will...

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UNF’s ASL/English Interpreting program ranked sixth in the nation

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Apr 3, 2024

Earlier this month, the University of North Florida’s American Sign Language and Interpreting Program was ranked sixth on Hands Up Communications' list of top six schools for interpreter programs. According...

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FILE - Participants wave signs as they walk back to Orlando City Hall during the March for Abortion Access, Oct. 2, 2021, in Orlando, Fla. The Florida Supreme Court on Monday, April 1, 2024, upheld the state's ban on most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, which means a subsequently passed six-week ban can soon take effect. (Chasity Maynard/Orlando Sentinel via AP, File)

AP: Florida Supreme Court upholds state’s 15-week abortion ban, but voters will soon have a say

Brendan Farrington, Associated Press Apr 2, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for the state to ban abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, before many women know they are pregnant, while also giving voters...

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The sign near Lot 18 was put up to satisfy noticing requirements before the city council vote. (Spinnaker)

Jacksonville City Council to vote on transferring land to UNF

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief Apr 1, 2024

A sign notifying the University of North Florida community of a potential permanent right-of-way closure has been put up near Lot 18, but that doesn't mean any roads will be closed on campus. The...

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Florida BOG approves new UF campus in downtown Jacksonville

Florida BOG approves new UF campus in downtown Jacksonville

Sydney Teitelbaum, Police Reporter Apr 1, 2024

At Wednesday's meeting, the Florida Board of Governors accepted the University of Florida's initial proposals for a new graduate campus in downtown Jacksonville. According to the designs approved on...

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UNF staff union among those decertified in recent wave of Florida union purges

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief Mar 29, 2024

The University of North Florida's unit of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, which was the union that represented many USPS employees at the university, was decertified last...

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Career fairs can help UNF students and alumni prepare to enter the workforce and establish valuable connections with employers. (Photo courtesy of Career Services)

UNF’s career fairs are a ‘no-brainer opportunity’

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Mar 27, 2024

At the end of February, UNF held its spring 2024 Career Week events at the Adam W. Herbert University Center. This semesterly event featured five job fairs for students interested in STEM and construction,...

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SG spring 2024 election results: uncontested president, Senate sweep and constitutional revisions approved

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Mar 14, 2024
The unofficial results from the University of North Florida’s spring 2024 Student Government election are in after voting closed Wednesday afternoon. Michael...
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Breaking down proposed constitutional revisions ahead of spring 2024 SG election

Breaking down proposed constitutional revisions ahead of spring 2024 SG election

Madelyn Schneider, News Editor Mar 11, 2024

The University of North Florida’s Student Government released its revised constitution, and students will determine its approval through a vote in Tuesday and Wednesday’s SG election. Here are some...

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Lend-A-Wing food pantry limits students to weekly shopping trips

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief Mar 11, 2024

Starting last week, UNF students were limited to weekly visits to the Lend-A-Wing food pantry, which previously allowed daily shopping trips. The statement on their social media said that because Lend-A-Wing...

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