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Ethan Leckie (left) and Lauren Fox (right) each won second in their respective categories in the Green Eyeshade Awards student division.

Spinnaker writers recognized in Green Eyeshade Awards, only Florida students to place

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jul 14, 2023

For the second year in a row, two of Spinnaker’s reporters have again landed a spot on the Green Eyeshade Awards’ podium for their work. Stacked up against other student reporters across the U.S. southeast,...

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UNF Board of Trustees approves new honors housing, SB 266 updates

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jul 11, 2023

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees met Wednesday to approve a new honors housing project and heard an update from the university president on student trends and the recently implemented...

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UNF President Limayem receiving Sentinel Award from Dr. Paul Sanberg at NAI's 12th annual meeting. Mark Skalny (c)2023

UNF president wins National Academy of Inventors “Sentinel Award”

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jul 10, 2023

Moez Limayem, the University of North Florida’s seventh president, was awarded the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) Sentinel Award for his contributions to innovation and invention, the university...

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The United Faculty of Florida are the state's largest faculty union, representing over 25,000 faculty members at all 12 of Florida's public universities.

“Comply now, grieve later” Florida faculty union releases guidance for SB 266 compliance

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jul 7, 2023

The day for diversity, equity and inclusion to be removed from Florida state public universities has arrived, and faculty union members are preparing for its implementation. The law, SB 266, drastically...

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Anger, anxiety, uncertainty mark last six months of battle waged over Florida university diversity centers’ fight for existence

Mallory Pace and Carter Mudgett Jun 30, 2023

It’s been six months since Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis pledged to defund all diversity, equity and inclusion programs at Florida state universities and the battle that has raged since has placed DEI staff...

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The welcome sign to the Interfaith Space on the second floor of the University of North Florida Student Union.

SG created an interfaith space last year, now they’re turning it back into a lounge

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Jun 29, 2023

The prayer and meditation room in the University of North Florida’s Interfaith Center was originally built as a closet. The room is a box—approximately 10 feet by 10 feet—that can support about four...

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Graphic of "A Fair to Remember" event provided by Gabriella Marquez from UNF's Women's Center.

ODI to present “A Fair to Remember” Thursday, here’s what to know

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jun 27, 2023

The University of North Florida’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion will host A Fair to Remember on Thursday, June 28 as a part of the Summer B Kickoff programs for incoming and returning students. The...

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Demand for on-campus housing is still “extremely high,” UNF says. Why?

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Jun 26, 2023

Room selection for University of North Florida students looking to land a spot in an on-campus dorm opened Monday. However, with more and more students attending the university every year, there are bound...

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Ospreys hire Pitt’s Joe Mercadante as new head baseball coach

Riley Platt, Sports Editor Jun 23, 2023

The University of North Florida baseball team has found its new leader, announcing University of Pittsburgh assistant Joe Mercadante as head coach on Friday, according to UNF athletics. The coaching...

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A University of North Florida student holds up a sign during a protest for LGBTQ+ rights last year.

Resisting, fighting added to celebration of Pride Month this year, UNF LGBTQ director says

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jun 21, 2023

Although Pride Month nears its end, its importance extends far beyond the month of June, especially as the community it celebrates continues to fight for its rights and existence amid a political battle...

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 The Board of Trustees met on Thursday, June 15, 2023, to discuss everything from the new strategic plan to President Limayem's goals.

UNF president sets his eyes on success for this year’s goals

Mallory Pace, News Editor Jun 20, 2023

For the past year, University of North Florida President Moez Limayem has repeatedly voiced his appreciation for the idea of success or, more specifically, “student success.”  On Thursday, success...

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The University of North Florida Board of Trustees heard and approved a new strategic plan for 2023-2028 on Thursday, June 15.

With a goal of 25,000 enrolled students by 2028, UNF Board of Trustees unanimously approve ambitious strategic plan

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief Jun 15, 2023

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new strategic plan Thursday morning that sets a series of ambitious goals for the next five years. Building on both institution-wide...

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