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People gather on the grounds of Florida’s old capitol in Tallahassee, Fla., for “No Kings” protest

AP: Anti-Trump demonstrators crowd streets, parks and plazas across the US. Organizers say millions came

Marc Levy, Claudia Lauer, and Jim Vertuno | Jun 15, 2025

The following story was originally published by the Associated Press and last updated on June 15, 2025 at 3:37 a.m. PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Masses of demonstrators packed into streets, parks and plazas...

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UNF students at the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.

UNF students gain hands-on experience excavating shell mounds at Timucuan preserve

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jun 13, 2025

An anthropology professor at the University of North Florida is leading a team of students in a 6-week excavation project within the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.  The professor, Dr. Keith...

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New apartments coming to UNF fall 2027, expected to house up to 700 students

Ethan Howick, Sports Editor | Jun 13, 2025

In just over two years, the University of North Florida will have another on-campus housing option for students. To accommodate UNF’s growing enrollment and additional debt, the university is partnering...

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Rows of cars in Lot 18

A first-timers guide to parking at UNF: Permit sale dates and parking tips

Ethan Howick, Sports Editor | Jun 8, 2025

If any new or returning student plans on bringing their car to the UNF campus, it’s recommended they purchase a parking permit as soon as they go on sale, which can be as early as July 15 for some students.  Parking...

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A new professional portrait booth is now available for students in the student union.

New professional portrait booth now available in Student Union

Osaremen Uwaifo, Government Reporter | Jun 5, 2025

A new self-service professional portrait booth is now available in the John A. Delaney Student Union, offering University of North Florida students, faculty, and staff an accessible way to take business-style...

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The section of UNF Drive between Lot 7 and Lot 8 is closed for construction. (Courtesy of UNF Parking Services)

Traffic Advisory: Section of UNF Drive will be closed due to construction

Ethan Howick, Sports Editor | Jun 2, 2025

A section of UNF Drive between Lots 7 and Lots 9 and 10 will be closed to traffic from Wednesday, June 4, to Sunday, June 22, according to a press release email. According to the email, the closure...

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The Thomas G. Carpenter library.

New library center highlighting Florida’s economic and transportation history to open this fall

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Jun 1, 2025

The new Allen Lastinger Center for Florida History will hold its grand opening at the library this fall on September 5, according to the UNF Library website.   Hilary Streifer, the librarian overseeing...

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A white UNF logo on a dark blue column at the student union.

UNF President updates campus on ICE agreement status, gives guidance to international students, staff

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | May 30, 2025

University of North Florida President Moez Limayem reaffirmed in a campus-wide email on May 23 that the university has no active contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and that there has...

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Dr. Mei Zhao was named the new UNF Brooks College of Health dean on May 21, 2025.

Dr. Mei Zhao named dean of UNF Brooks College of Health

Osaremen Uwaifo, Government Reporter | May 30, 2025

The University of North Florida has appointed Dr. Mei Zhao as the new dean of the Brooks College of Health, following her service as interim dean. Zhao, who earned her doctorate from Virginia Commonwealth...

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Public Notice: UNF releases proposed changes to two additional university regulations

Osaremen Uwaifo, Government Reporter | May 30, 2025

The University of North Florida released its proposed amendments to two regulations: 5.0020R Prohibition Against Hazing and 11.0010R Schedule of Tuition and Fees. The Board of Trustees will consider...

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A blue sign in front of a fenced-in garden that says "Frederick & Ophelia Tate Ogier Gardens"

Police Beat: Burglary at Ogier Gardens, police arrest boyfriend for trespassing, stolen electronic bike

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | May 26, 2025

Burglary at Ogier Gardens   On May 19, the senior coordinator of Ogier Gardens at the University of North Florida, discovered that 60 to 70 nectarines and plums had been stolen from the garden, according...

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A blue logo featuring the outline of Florida and a torch in the center, surrounded by the text "State University System of Florida" and "Board of Governors" along its border.

Florida Board of Governors calls for safety assessments across all public universities following FSU shooting

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | May 24, 2025

In the wake of last month’s shooting at Florida State University, the state’s Board of Governors has directed all public university presidents to assess campus building security and lockdown capabilities...

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