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UNF offers active shooter training course

UNF offers active shooter training course

Danae Leake Nov 13, 2015
Developed by the Institute of Police Technology and Management, the course will help train teachers and professionals to deal with armed intruders.
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Healthy Osprey hosted another installment of their Every Mind Matters series Monday night. Photo by Kimberly Appleby

Healthy Osprey Hosts Every Mind Matters with “Vulnerability” TED Talk to Increase Mental Health Awareness

Tierney Harvey Nov 12, 2015
The event was part of Healthy Osprey's Every Mind Matters series, which focuses on mental health awareness.
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Photo by Alexis Molinaro

Senate discusses parking and bringing in electric car charging stations

Jeremy Collard Nov 12, 2015
The elimination of parking decals and the installation of electric charging stations were both discussed at the Nov. 9 general senate meeting.
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The torn jacket from a multicultural fraternity (Sigma Beta Rho) was found hung by a tree near the Green this morning. Photo by Blake Allen

UPDATE: Torn multicultural fraternity jacket hung on tree near Green

Rachel Cazares Nov 12, 2015
UNFPD is investigating a potential hate crime after a Sigma Beta Rho jacket was found hung on a tree near the Green earlier this afternoon.
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Guns on campus vote stirs up Senate meeting

Guns on campus vote stirs up Senate meeting

Jeremy Collard Nov 10, 2015
Senators discussed fall election results at the Nov. 9 meeting, including the controversial issue of allowing concealed carry on campus.
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'Best Buddies Got Talent' featured numerous acts, with students showcasing their abilities rather than their disabilities. Photo by Kristen Smith

UNF’s Best Buddies flaunt talent in the face of disability

Luke Barber Nov 10, 2015
UNF's Best Buddies put on a performance in the Student Union auditorium on Friday night and showed off both their dancing and singing skills.
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Photo by Michael Herrera

Veterans & Military Resource Center hosts Veteran’s Day Tribute

Jordan Perez Nov 9, 2015
Veterans from the Jacksonville area were honored on Nov. 9th with a reception held by the UNF Military and Veterans Resource Center and featured Rear Admiral Mary M. Jackson as the guest speaker.
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The Week Ahead: Nov. 9-13

Spinnaker Nov 9, 2015
This week on campus: TED Talks, karaoke and events honoring veterans.
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Osprey Productions cancels Rocky Horror Picture Show

Osprey Productions cancels Rocky Horror Picture Show

Tierney Harvey Nov 7, 2015
The cancellation was announced shortly before 8:00 p.m. Saturday. The event was scheduled to begin at 9:00 p.m.
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HB4001 succesfully passed the Higher Education and Workforce Subcommittee, the second of the three it faces. 

Image Courtesy of Florida House of Representatives (screenshot of myfloridahouse.gov)

Guns on campus bill gains momentum in Florida House of Representatives

Jeremy Collard Nov 5, 2015
The Higher Education and Workforce Subcommittee voted 10-3 in favor of the controversial concealed carry measure.
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London Darling preformed Ariana Grande’s “Focus” during the first half of the show. 

Photo by Michie Willman

Annual drag show blends spectacle with LGBT progress

Al Huffman Nov 5, 2015
The performers provided a fun space to celebrate LGBTQ pride and freedom of expression.
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Osprey Productions to host Inflatable Game Day event

Osprey Productions to host Inflatable Game Day event

Jordan Perez Nov 3, 2015
Students will be able to play life-size versions of iconic party games at the event, taking place on Nov. 10.
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