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Presidential Debate graphic featuring Amelia Dyal and Vevvy Summerall (Talon Party), Anthony Balsamo and Tommy Mazzella (Soar Party), and Horatio Gilman and Will Raffier (SAM Party).

SG presidential debate provides a first look at candidates’ initiatives

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor Mar 6, 2025

The University of North Florida Student Government held a debate for the 2025 presidential candidates on Feb. 27, where Amelia Dyal (Talon Party), Anthony Balsamo (Soar Party) and Horatio Gilman (SAM...

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UNF One-Stop's new location at Building 10 on UNF Campus.

One-Stop’s new location, new virtual queue system

Savanna Stillwagner, News Editor Mar 6, 2025

The University of North Florida One-Stop Student Services recently moved to a new location after four years of waiting, according to One-Stop Director Brett Butler.  Butler said the office has been...

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Trucks line up to cross the border into the United States as tariffs against Mexico go into effect, Tuesday, March 4, 2025, in Tijuana, Mexico. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Trump’s trade war draws swift retaliation with new tariffs from Mexico, Canada and China

Josh Boak, Paul Wiseman, and Rob Gillies Mar 4, 2025

The following AP story was last updated on Mar 4, 2025, at 6:23 p.m. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump launched a trade war Tuesday against America’s three biggest trading partners, drawing...

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University of North Florida sign

UNF buildings without heat on Monday

Savanna Stillwagner, News Editor Mar 3, 2025

The University of North Florida sent out an alert to students, faculty and staff Monday morning about heating issues campus-wide.  The alert was sent at 8:31 a.m. and addressed that there was an underground...

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President Donald Trump, right, meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office at the White House, Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/ Mystyslav Chernov)

Trump and Zelenskyy through the years: From a ‘perfect’ call to an Oval Office meltdown

Will Weissert, Associated Press Mar 2, 2025

The following AP story was last updated on Feb 28, 2025 at 7:59 p.m. WASHINGTON (AP) — The first time he spoke to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President Donald Trump tried to pressure Ukraine's new leader...

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A computer-generated image of the new Honors dorms at UNF on Osprey Ridge Road. (Courtesy of UNF)

New Honors dorm floorplans, features released, room rates still unannounced

Savanna Stillwagner, News Editor Feb 28, 2025

University of North Florida Housing and Residence Life has released the Honors dorm floorplans and more living space information for the new Honors dorms. The new Honors residence hall is still under...

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FILE - A migrant deported from the United States stands in a hotel room in Panama City, Feb. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix, File)

The US lines up Latin American cooperation for migrant deportations

María Verza and Megan Janetsky Feb 27, 2025

The following AP story was last updated on Feb. 26, 2025 at 5:24 p.m.  MEXICO CITY (AP) — Venezuelan migrants handed over to Mexico like it’s a U.S. immigration detention facility. Families from...

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FILE - Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, left, looks on as his wife Casey DeSantis speaks at a campaign event in Bluffton, S.C., June 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard, File)

Ron DeSantis talks up his wife as next Florida governor and takes a shot at Trump’s pick

Kate Payne, Associated Press/Report for America Feb 27, 2025

The following AP story was last updated on Feb. 25, 2025 at 2:38 p.m. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis approaches the end of his second term in office, he’s talking up one...

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The Clubhouse (glass doors on right) and Osprey Cove (brick building on the left). (Photo courtesy of UNF)

UNF housing contracts: all the info you’ll need before making the commitment

Savanna Stillwagner, News Editor Feb 26, 2025

The recommended deadline to submit housing contracts for the 2025-2026 school year is this Saturday, March 1, for current UNF students, according to the Housing and Residence Life website. Assistant...

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UNF Student Government Senate Chambers

UNF SG to host presidential debate on Thursday

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor Feb 25, 2025

This story was edited at Feb. 26, 2025 at 10:40 a.m. to include the additional students running for Student Body President and Vice President. The University of North Florida Student Government...

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Race participants prepare to run at the starting line of the 5K

UNF hosts annual Swoop the Loop 5k, announces Jacksonville Sharks partnership

Julia Howey, Volunteer Reporter Feb 24, 2025

On Saturday, the University of North Florida hosted its annual Swoop the Loop 5K for all UNF alumni, faculty, staff, students and community members. Over 500 participants attended the event to conquer...

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President Donald Trump waves from his vehicle as he arrives at the Trump International Golf Club, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)

Trump administration gives schools a deadline to end DEI programs or risk losing federal money

Collin Binkley, AP Education Writer Feb 20, 2025

The following AP story was last updated on Feb. 18, 2025 at 8:08 p.m. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is giving America's schools and universities two weeks to eliminate diversity initiatives...

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