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Banks reluctant to OK loans

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

The current economic turmoil has been difficult for Robert Farmer, a sophomore journalism major at Florida Community College of Jacksonville, who’s finding he must make sacrifices to continue his education. Unable...

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More students exploring renewable energy

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

In what could be an encouraging sign of change in America’s long-standing shortage of graduates prepared for high-tech careers, the hottest subject on college campuses across the nation right now seems...

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SG Update – April 8

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

Student Government will host the second annual Osprey Tailgate classic in fall 2009. This year SG would like to bring a nationally known artist and is seeking student input on the band selection. SG...

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Students go homeless for women’s rights

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

For one night, about 25 students ditched their apartments and dorm rooms and opted to sleep in a “box city” near Building 45. The April 1 camp-out was part of an out-of-class project for a Gender and...

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UF faculty, students: President not acting in best interest of university

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

Students and faculty at the University of Florida formed a rally April 7 to protest budget cuts during a gloomy recession that is hitting close to home for state universities. The event, which took place...

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The News Around

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

AROUND THE STATE Panhandle sheriff involved in excessive bonus scandal An audit released April 6 by investigators stated a Florida panhandle sheriff paid out more than $1.35 million in bonuses to employees...

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College grads facing harsh welcome to real world

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

The 2009 class may be cursing the economy, but they can’t let that distract them from their job search. Suzanne Block isn’t basking in the insulating embrace of college as she waits the eight weeks...

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Editorial: Student Union is home sweet home

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

Strolling through one of Florida’s many state universities, a common sight might be students, faculty and staff enjoying campus life in one central location – a campus hub, commonly referred to as...

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Commentary: Our Two Sense – April 8

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

Mike Tomassoni Art Director Josh Salman Managing Editor Rachel Elsea Copy Editor Jonathan Morales News Editor The news is focused more on Michelle Obama’s clothes than the man in charge. So why...

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Commentary: Police not above law; they are law

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

In our unpredictable world, no one is ever guaranteed tomorrow. The most we can do is hope for a long, purposeful life and a peaceful death – or at least hope to die for a worthy cause. After risking...

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Commentary: UNF enjoys growing pains

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

For students who are currently enrolled at UNF as freshmen, UNF will not be the same school you applied to by the time you graduate. UNF has grown immensely since its humble beginnings as a two-year vocational...

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Letter to the Editor: Let’s clean the lakes together

Spinnaker Apr 9, 2009

Dear Editor, This letter is in response to Victoria Leininger’s request in the April 1 issue of the Spinnaker for UNF to clean up the lakes on campus. With the guidance of Dr. Tony Rossi (UNF Biology...

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