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Courtesy of the National Hurricane Center.

Tropical Storm Gordon whips South Florida with forceful winds and heavy rain

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor | Sep 3, 2018

Currently brushing the southern tip of Florida, Tropical Storm Gordon is maintaining strong winds of 45 mph with higher gusts and is expected to strengthen over the next 36 to 48 hours, according to the...

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Outtakes can be a great option when you don't ave time for the cafe. Photo by Ben Cross

What’s open at UNF on Labor Day?

Hannah Lee | Sep 3, 2018

It's officially the beginning of Autumn. Orange and Red will decorate our wardrobes and Pumpkin will now be everywhere. But before you head to the Starbucks on campus, here's what you need to know on what...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

UNF student speaks out about video voyeurism

Kylie Selvage | Sep 2, 2018

UNF student Josh Portillo was thrown into a whirlwind of disconcertion and betrayal when he was reportedly pulled aside by the University Police Department earlier this month and informed that his...

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The new Alcohol policy change was announced over a Osprey Update.

Student reactions to the new alcohol policy

DeAndre Pearson | Sep 2, 2018

It has been just over a week since the University announced new changes to the alcohol and drug policy. This was an issue that was forth-going in a response to previous alcohol-related incidents. Some...

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 Photo by Colin McCann.

Arena garage sign currently malfunctioning

Jake Duff | Sep 1, 2018

The sign outside of the arena parking garage has been temporarily turned off, confounding some Ospreys who have cars on campus. For currently unknown reasons, the sign reads “open” despite there...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Compliance, Ethics and Risk Oversight Committee discusses changes and potential modifications to University policies

Alan Vargas | Sep 1, 2018

The Compliance, Ethics and Risk Oversight Committee met on Thursday, Aug. 30 in Hicks Hall to discuss changes to the Student Code of Conduct, the Statement of Ethical Conduct and various policies relating...

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Student Government: A busy first day for legislative committees

Alan Vargas | Sep 1, 2018

The UNF Student Government Committees all met on Friday, Aug. 31 to forward new Senate candidates, read the Constitution and get ready for September’s Osprey Voice. The Government Oversight Committee,...

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Courtesy of Student Government.

Community Swoop partnerships for the 2018 – 2019 academic year

Alan Vargas | Aug 30, 2018

Along with “no homework” and “open book test,” the phrase “student discount” ranks among the favorites for college students. To help students save some money, Student Government has partnered...

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Photo by Sam Chaney.

UNF Panhellenic Council plans to change rules to abide by new alcohol policies

Jessica May | Aug 29, 2018

*Correction 10:15 p.m.: The Panhellenic Council plans to change vote on the bylaws in September. Risk management rules were changed in January.  As UNF recently changes its alcohol policies to...

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Graphic by Rachelle Keller

Police Beat: Roommate problems, irresponsible driving, a stolen wallet and lewd vandalism

Sam Chaney, Managing Editor | Aug 29, 2018

Floored University of North Florida Police Department officials arrested a local man on Monday, Aug. 20 for fleeing and attempting to elude a law enforcement officer after being ordered to stop. According...

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Reports reveal increased number of measles cases in Florida

Reports reveal increased number of measles cases in Florida

Jake Duff | Aug 29, 2018

According to the Center for Disease Control, there have been 124 reported cases of measles in the United States thus far in 2018. Last year, the CDC reported 118 cases total. Since 2010, the number of...

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Students walk by UNF's flags held at half-staff. Photo by Sam Chaney.

UNF lowers flags in honor of the death of Senator John McCain

Steven Thompson | Aug 29, 2018

On Aug. 27, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to fly the United States flag at half-staff in honor of the death of Republican Senator John McCain. McCain lost his battle with brain cancer...

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