Skip to Main Content
UNF's #1 Student-Run News Source

UNF Spinnaker

UNF's #1 Student-Run News Source

UNF Spinnaker

UNF's #1 Student-Run News Source

UNF Spinnaker

University

A brick and metal building, with a large navy blue banner containing the UNF logo hanging from the front.

Class of 2029 marks largest incoming freshman cohort in UNF history

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | Aug 29, 2025

The University of North Florida has enrolled the largest incoming freshman cohort in its history this fall, with an estimated 3,170 new students joining the university, a 66% increase over last year, according...

Read More
Jacksonville SDS protestors outside of the Library today to protest ICE training on campus.

Police Chief confirms two UNF police officers receiving ICE trainings

Sasha Koresh, News Editor | Aug 27, 2025

This story was updated at 11:07 a.m. on Aug 28 with new information on the date officers started ICE training.  The University of North Florida Police Chief confirmed Wednesday that two university...

Read More
A black and red sign reading "Know More Red Zone" in front of a lake.

Dean of Students’ fifth annual Red Zone programming begins

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | Aug 27, 2025

With the start of a new semester, the University of North Florida’s Dean of Students Office is launching its fifth annual Red Zone programming Thursday to raise awareness about the heightened risk of...

Read More
A group of people are standing under large brick and glass buildings.

Greek housing at UNF: A possibility on the horizon, students weigh in

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | Aug 21, 2025

As the University of North Florida plans for the next decade, one long-discussed idea is back on the table: Greek housing. Included in the university’s draft campus master plan, currently open for public...

Read More
a bright green A-frame sign outside the UNF parking garage with information on how to use the new AIMS Mobile Pay App

UNF switches from parking kiosks, Flowbird app to AIMS Mobile Pay app for visitor passes

Madelyn Schneider and Osaremen Uwaifo | Aug 19, 2025

The University of North Florida Parking Services launched a new web-based parking app earlier this month for visitors and guest validation, which is now required for all visitor day passes.  The platform,...

Read More
The top right corner of a laptop screen, displaying a Wi-Fi panel.

UNF switches to Eduroam Wi-Fi network

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Aug 18, 2025

The University of North Florida has transitioned to Eduroam as its primary wireless network for students, faculty and staff.  Eduroam is already available on campus and will permanently replace UNF-Wireless...

Read More
decorative

Final draft of UNF master plan includes major housing expansion, demolition of Osprey Hall and Village

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | Aug 11, 2025

The University of North Florida’s recently released campus master plan outlines a broad vision for the future of campus infrastructure, including several major developments in student housing. Presented...

Read More
A 3D map rendering of the south end of campus, showing where the possible UNF presidential residence would be located shows the residence behind Hicks Hall on First Coast Tech Pkwy

UNF considers building presidential residence as part of long-term growth plans

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Aug 4, 2025

As part of its campus master plan, the University of North Florida is exploring the addition of a presidential residence near Hicks Hall—a feature more than half of Florida’s public universities already...

Read More
Two large metal and brick buildings sit next to each other on the other side of a lake.

UNF esports arena ‘Flight Deck’ set to launch in Spring 2026

Sasha Koresh, General Assignment Reporter | Aug 4, 2025

The University of North Florida has started construction and is set to launch its esports program this coming spring, aiming to engage current students and create new opportunities in a fast-growing industry. The...

Read More
UNF graduates during the Summer 2025 commencement ceremony on Aug. 1, 2025. Photo courtesy on UNF.

Summer 2025 commencement celebrates more than 1,000 UNF graduates

Osaremen Uwaifo, Government Reporter | Aug 1, 2025

The University of North Florida recognized 1,016 students during its Summer 2025 commencement ceremony at the UNF Arena, according to the university.  The graduating class includes individuals ranging...

Read More
Outside look at the pool and main building of Osprey Fountains at UNF

Flooding, weird smells and pizza vending machines: Students share on-campus housing experiences

Ethan Howick, Sports Editor | Jul 31, 2025

Just over 4,000 students live on the UNF campus across eight different University-owned and operated residence halls. While not all dorms, apartments or rooms are available to every student, UNF students...

Read More
A 3-D rendering of UNF's prospective core campus, looking north.

Everything inside the final draft of UNF’s 10-year master plan

Mindy McLarty, Managing Editor | Jul 31, 2025

The final draft of the University of North Florida’s campus master plan was presented to the Board of Trustees last week, outlining proposed construction, renovations, and campus upgrades over the next...

Read More