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Election 2008 Update – Oct. 8

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
The Gallup Daily Poll tracking has Sen. Obama with a nine-point lead over Sen. McCain in likely voters polled between Oct. 4-6. This is the biggest lead Obama has had since he accepted the presidential nomination on the Democrats’ ticket.
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Garner: Cross contamination is hindering UNF recycling efforts

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
Cross contamination is hindering efforts to improve recycling at UNF despite new trash cans, recycle bins and raised student awareness, said Jerry Garner, assistant superintendent of the UNF Recycling/Refuse Center. Cross contamination occurs when trash is thrown in with recyclables and must be taken out by hand. “Make a point to put the trash in the trash and the recycle in the recycle,” Garner said. Approximately 150 brown bins for garbage and recycling are located around campus. Costing $825 a piece, the containers are made of recycled plastic and are expected to last longer than normal garbage cans, Garner said.
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How UNF stacks up

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
A quick look at the various parking and transit options at some Florida universities gives a side-by-side comparison of the factors most important to students.
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Gandhi society sponsors birthday celebration

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
Gandhi supporters met on campus near the Gandhi statue Oct. 2, singing songs and presenting speeches about the beliefs and teachings of the peaceful leader. The group met for International Non-Violence Day, which is also Gandhi’s birthday. The celebration was a reminder that the core teachings of Gandhi were non-violence, truth and peace, according to the Gandhi Memorial Society.
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Local memorial organization cleans up UNF campus

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
About 30 volunteers from a humanitarian group met Oct. 4 to pick up litter and weed landscape beds around campus. Although students were allowed to sign up and participate, none showed. The Gandhi Memorial Society, a non-profit organization in Jacksonville, collaborated with South Asian Americans Leading Together and UNF’s Volunteer Center to make the event possible. Physical Facilities provided all the tools needed. Most of the volunteers were members of the society. Others were children or friends of members, and not affiliated with the university in any way.
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Freshman weight gain isn’t par for course

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
It’s difficult to think of a way to add pounds faster than living the stereotypical college lifestyle. Juggling coursework, jobs and a social life leaves little time for exercising or even regular meals. Late-night study sessions are often fueled by the nearest 24-hour greasy spoon. Getting too little sleep can also trick the body into craving more food.
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News in brief – Oct. 8

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
Housing increase approved, Former Ambassador discusses women in politics, Lt. Governor visits UNF, Get your flu shot here
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Cell phone gap leaves college students out of ‘08 presidential polling figures

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
November 4 is drawing near. On that day, the fates of Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. John McCain will be decided in what many consider a pivotal election for the U.S. Pollsters around the country are painting pictures of the developing horse race and the media is filled with tales of who is ahead and who is behind.
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Bailout bill passes despite pork

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
The Senate and Congress recently approved the contentious H.R. 1424 – legislation that is purported to bring stability back to the market. Why then is this “dire” legislation laden with pork from environmental issues to motorsport racing to rural school subsidies? Congress initially rejected the bailout bill Sept. 29, and the Senate quickly went to work crafting an amendment with the aim of winning representatives through earmarks and pork spending.
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Students must take pride in nature-friendly school

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
Football teams and Greek Rows – UNF doesn’t have the traditional college accessories that bring students together to stand proud for their university. But it is unique. And since UNF students might never have a football team to cheer for, they must recognize the unique values of the school they are a part of and support them.
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Model parking after bigger schools

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
It’s a topic that gets coverage by the Spinnaker almost every month, and although parking has come a long way since UNF opened in 1972, it seems to always be at least one step behind perfection. With its designations of being a commuter school and local college, UNF has suffered from lack of traditions and a burgeoning college life normally found on campuses like the University of Florida and Florida State University. Since it is a commuter school, Parking Services should do more for the many students who hold full-time day jobs and attend night classes.
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Obama’s platform threatens U.S. foundations

Spinnaker | Oct 8, 2008
As November draws nearer – when I’ll vote for the first time – I realize how important my one vote might be. Let me be frank. If we as citizens of the U.S. desire economic security, limited government involvement in our lives, fewer abortions, stricter laws on crime, lower taxes and a capitalist system, our presidential candidate for 2008 is Sen. John McCain. While Barack Obama is persuasive and charismatic, he is running on a platform rife with socialist policies that seek to destroy two reasons America is so great – its Godly heritage and its capitalist system.
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