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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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People walk beneath a giant rainbow flag.

Pride Month is halfway over, and UNF’s president stays silent

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Jun 15, 2023

For the past three years, the start of Pride Month at the University of North Florida corresponded with an email from the president outlining their and the university’s support of its LGBTQ+ Ospreys.  Thursday...

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UNF Board of Trustees postpones vote on post-tenure review policy to next month

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Jun 14, 2023

A vote for the proposed post-tenure review policy has been removed from Thursday’s Board of Trustees agenda, according to an email from the University of North Florida’s faculty union. The vote has...

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A few of the items on the Board of Trustees agenda for Thursday, June 15, 2023.

Strategic plan and post-tenure review process on agenda for UNF Board of Trustees meeting

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Jun 12, 2023

Several big topics will be debated and voted on during the University of North Florida's Board of Trustees meeting in the Student Union Ballroom on Thursday. The five-hour-long meeting will cover everything...

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A University of North Florida golf cart, like the ones that were stolen. (Randy Rataj/Spinnaker)

Four carts stolen or missing from UNF in last two weeks, reports show

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Jun 7, 2023

Two golf carts, one utility cart and a Chartwells cart have been reported missing or stolen in the last two weeks at the University of North Florida, police reports show.  UNF’s physical facility...

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With renovations, the stadium will see its capacity decrease to 62,000 for NFL games, also boasting the ability to expand for select events.

Jaguars reveal plans to upgrade TIAA Bank Field, dubbed “Stadium of the Future”

Riley Platt, Sports Editor | Jun 7, 2023

The Jacksonville Jaguars revealed renderings of what they call the “Stadium of the Future” on Wednesday, the culmination of a series of major potential upgrades to TIAA Bank Field. The renovations...

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UFF-UNF is the United Faculty of Florida's UNF chapter, and represents UNF faculty.

Implementing post-tenure review without bargaining violates contract, faculty union tells UNF in cease-and-desist

Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief | Jun 5, 2023

The faculty union issued a cease-and-desist order to the University of North Florida administration and Board of Trustees Friday evening, according to a copy of the letter read by Spinnaker. It states...

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