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Budget and Allocations Committee holds discussion on Nov. 2. 

Photo by Jeremy Collard

SG committees expand Sawmill Slough Preserve, talk free printing

Jeremy Collard Nov 3, 2015
During the Nov. 2 committee meetings, senators met to discuss the possible expansion of UNF’s nature preserve and announced a funding request for a free printing program this spring.
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UNF to distribute eight stipends for social work students in 2016

Tierney Harvey Nov 2, 2015
In an effort to reduce turnover and increase the social work force, the Florida Department of Children and Families has a sponsored a stipend program that allots money to Bachelor of Social Work students.
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The Week Ahead Nov. 2 – 6

Justin Belichis Nov 2, 2015
In this Week Ahead: ask a librarian about sources for papers or just general library inquiries, make sense of the refugee crisis, and sip some tea in Ogier Gardens.
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“3 ½ Minutes, Ten Bullets” screening and panel event draws engaged crowd

“3 ½ Minutes, Ten Bullets” screening and panel event draws engaged crowd

Jordan Perez Oct 30, 2015
Jordan Davis's story was shared with the UNF community at the screening of "3 1/2 Minutes, Ten Bullets."
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The Student Union is home to a number of free events for UNF Students. Photo by Alexis Molinaro.

Table tennis tournament calls for costumes

Cassidy Alexander Oct 29, 2015
The Student Union will be hosting a Halloween-themed table tennis tournament on Oct. 29.
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SG General Election results find students against guns on campus

SG General Election results find students against guns on campus

Jeremy Collard Oct 29, 2015
There were a total of 1,004 votes cast on the plebiscite, with 512 votes cast in opposition to concealed carry.
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Students and SG members turn up heat on gun issue during elections today

Students and SG members turn up heat on gun issue during elections today

Jeremy Collard Oct 27, 2015
Students debated with senate pro tempore over guns on campus at the polling station today. Voting begins again tomorrow at 9 a.m.
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The Week Ahead: Oct. 27 – 31

Justin Belichis Oct 27, 2015
This week on campus: Jordan Davis documentary "3 1/2 Minutes: Ten Bullets" screening on campus tonight, Ghastly Gourmet (a Fear Factor-like competition) at UNF Market Days, a costume friendly table tennis tournament with free food and more.
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Senate approves executive shift, executive order announced

Jeremy Collard Oct 27, 2015
Senate approved legislation on Oct. 26 that will restructure the executive branch.
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Supporters wait for Donald Trump to speak at the Jacksonville Landing. Photo by Kristen Smith

Trump rally brings large crowd to Jacksonville Landing

Cassidy Alexander Oct 26, 2015
Supporters and detractors alike came out to the Republican candidate's event on Saturday.
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Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton appears to be the favored choice for Democrats in Florida. Photo courtesy of Facebook.

Second UNF poll says Hillary Clinton is on top of other candidates

Danae Leake Oct 23, 2015
Latest poll shows Clinton ahead of other Democratic candidates by a significant amount.
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Photo by Morgan Purvis.

Tobacco to 21 Act Receives Support to Raise National Smoking Age

Lexi Suda Oct 22, 2015
The Tobacco to 21 act was recently reviewed by the US senate and would prohibit the national sale and distribution of tobacco products to individuals under the age of 21. Students speak out on what they think about the Tobacco to 21 act.
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