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Spinnaker Jan 14, 2009

Mike Tomassoni Art Director Rebecca McKinnon Staff Writer Rachel Elsea Copy Editor Jason Yugratis Features Editor What should be President-elect Barack Obama’s first step of action be in the White...

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Commentary: Obama’s plan devalues education

Spinnaker Jan 14, 2009

With the inauguration of Mr. Change himself upon us, President-elect Barack Obama has promised to revamp the financial aid process for institutions of higher learning while dishing out $4,000 to every...

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Commentary: Inaguration sure to make history, one to be proud of

Spinnaker Jan 14, 2009

The presidential inauguration is a day of new beginnings, rites of passage and change. It’s the president’s opportunity to declare his administration’s initiatives and set the tone for his entire...

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Analysis: Jacksonville needs more accessible bike lanes

Spinnaker Jan 14, 2009

A wheelchair-user can make his or her way around Jacksonville quite easily, with the availability of wheelchair-accessible vans, entrances and doors. In fact, it is required by the 1990 Americans with...

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Fifteen minutes can lead to lasting peace

Spinnaker Jan 14, 2009

UNF junior political science major Jason Kroitor recently took a trip to Israel, which happened to coincide with the beginning of the latest Israel-Hamas conflict. Kroitor, the president of the Student’s...

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YouTube clip of the week

Spinnaker Jan 14, 2009

International signs and Misinterpretations This clip from short-lived early ‘90s MTV sketch comedy show “The State” shows how not knowing “international signs” (like the international sign for...

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Fees will increase, services to follow

Spinnaker Jan 7, 2009
During tough financial times, students will have to prepare themselves for another increased expense.The UNF Board of Trustees approved a $1.33 per-credit-hour student fee increase for the 2009-2010 academic year after a two-month series of meetings that began in October.
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Delaney promises to extend Library hours

Spinnaker Jan 7, 2009
President John Delaney promised to fund additional Library opening hours as a response to Student Government’s efforts to extend the Library’s availability – a promise made in the fall campaign of the Red Party. The Library will now be opened Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. until 2:30 a.m. and on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays remain unchanged. After receiving the funding, the Library’s new schedule will start Jan. 20 and will create an additional 12 hours each week.
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Book claims cell phones aid learning

Spinnaker Jan 7, 2009
Cell phones have become unwelcome in most schools because of fears about cheating, distractions and the reality that some students have used them to take and spread inappropriate pictures. But a new book written by an educator argues cell phones also are educational. Cell phones can be a handy way for teachers to supplement their lessons, said Liz Kolb, an adjunct professor at Madonna University. But before she can convince students, she has to get through to teachers.
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A view from the inside

Spinnaker Jan 7, 2009
Student Health Services is evolving into what Director of Health Administration Doreen Perez called “a one-stop shop for the students.” The medical center is now able to evolve further as it is the recipient of a brand new digital X-ray machine, Perez said. Distinguished UNF alumnus Dr. Syam Paryani, a Jacksonville radiation oncologist, made the addition possible through various contributions to the Brooks College of Health.
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The News Around

Spinnaker Jan 7, 2009
Crist discusses plans for state budget deficit, Democrat politicians embroiled in scandal, Isreali troops push into Gaza, only one soldier dead
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News in Brief – Jan. 7

Spinnaker Jan 7, 2009
Meeting scheduled for those interested in running for SG, Nominations for the 2008-2009 UNF Faculty Awards for Distinguished Professor,
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