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UNF Alumni Association Virtual Homecoming kicks off Sunday

Riley Platt, GA Reporter | Feb 4, 2021

Homecoming is a beloved tradition at UNF, but things will look a bit different this year. Like every other aspect of our daily lives, Covid-19 has also impacted the week-long event. Don’t fear, though,...

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UNF responds to recent increase in COVID-19 cases among students and faculty

UNF responds to recent increase in COVID-19 cases among students and faculty

Darvin Nelson, Editor-in-Chief | Feb 2, 2021

  UNF has doubled COVID-19 cases within the span of one week multiple times, and according to the current report, it very nearly happened again. Spinnaker reached out to UNF in response to the...

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Former Vice-President Darryl Boyer, Photo courtesy of SG.

Former Elections Commissioner speaks about his experiences and the future

Carter Mudgett, Government Reporter | Feb 2, 2021

Following his recent step-down from the position of Elections Commissioner, Darryl Boyer spoke with Spinnaker about his experiences in Student Government in the past, and his hopes for the future.  “I...

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UNF sees almost 100 percent increase in COVID-19 cases

Darvin Nelson, Editor-in-Chief | Feb 2, 2021

UNF has gone from 22 COVID-19 cases to 43 cases within a week -- almost hitting a 100 percent increase again.  UNF previously experienced a 100 percent increase over the course of one week in Oct....

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SG to debate UNF rideshare program with Lyft

Carter Mudgett, Student Government Reporter | Feb 1, 2021

Following the example of schools across America, UNF is partnering with Lyft to provide students with discounted Lyft rides for the 2021 Spring Semester.  The Lyft Rideshare Program will cover any...

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Was Canvas hacked? (ITS error update)

Was Canvas hacked? (ITS error update)

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter | Feb 1, 2021

Canvas experienced an unknown error  Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, that temporarily removed course listings for some UNF faculty and students.  ITS released the following update shortly after the error...

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Connor Payne poses for a photo near his home, Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, in Austin, Texas. Payne, 23, moved to Austin in the summer of 2019 and was still getting to know the city and making new friends when the pandemic hit. He had been working for an event planning company but got laid off this month. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

AP: For emerging adults, pandemic serves up unique challenges

HOLLY RAMER, Associated Press | Feb 1, 2021

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic has been hard on both kids and adults. But what about those who are in between? Demographic shifts during the last century have given rise to a distinct...

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Gov. DeSantis speaks about 2021-22 state budget plan during press conference in Tallahassee on Thurs. Jan. 28 / Photo screenshot by Shelby Senesac

DeSantis 2021-22 state budget plan; $2.7 billion for Florida’s universities, no tuition increase

Shelby Senesac, News Editor | Jan 28, 2021

Gov. Ron DeSantis revealed his state budget plan for the next fiscal year, 2021-2022, on Thursday, Jan. 28. The budget presents a bright outlook for colleges and universities. The 2021-22 budget...

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$3,000 worth of equipment missing from UNF construction site, police say; Graffiti spotted in parking garage

Ketan Narotam, Police Reporter | Jan 27, 2021

UPD’s Officers were dispatched to the construction site at Building 46 to investigate the burglary, committed on Monday evening, Jan. 27, 2021.  On Monday, construction workers left two red Honda...

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Severe thunderstorm warning in Northeast Florida; rain, hail, possible tornado

Darvin Nelson, Editor-in-Chief | Jan 27, 2021

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, the following counties are under a severe thunderstorm warning until approximately 4:15 p.m.: Southwestern Nassau County, Southeastern Baker...

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FILE - In this undated file photo issued by the University of Oxford, a volunteer is administered the coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University, in Oxford, England. New results released Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020, on the possible COVID-19 vaccine suggest it is safe and about 70% effective. (John Cairns/University of Oxford via AP, File)

COVID-19 vaccine available for UNF faculty over 65 next week

Darvin Nelson, Editor-in-Chief | Jan 27, 2021

An on-campus  COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be open for UNF faculty who are over the age 65 to get vaccinated on Tuesday, Feb. 2, and Wednesday, Feb. 3. The vaccinations will take place at the UNF Field...

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UNF Persistence Advocacy Program Manager shares valuable note-taking strategies; Take notes

UNF Persistence Advocacy Program Manager shares valuable note-taking strategies; Take notes

Kyle McGovern, Reporter | Jan 27, 2021

Persistence Advocacy Program Manager Matthew Harris recently hosted a Note-Taking Webinar to share some listening and note-taking tips for UNF students. “Organization is challenging but manageable,”...

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