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Carter Mudgett, Editor in Chief

Carter Mudgett has been with Spinnaker for five semesters and is currently serving his third consecutive semester as the Editor in Chief. He is a second-year journalism student at the University of North Florida minoring in creative writing and has bylines in the Jacksonville Business Journal. 

Currently, he leads a team of student journalists and has spent time as Spinnaker’s Government Reporter and News Editor in the past. In his free time, he enjoys reading books, writing and taking long evening walks.

All content by Carter Mudgett
Nikki Fried smiles for a photo, wearing a white flowery necklace and green shirt

Cost of living top concern for Florida voters, Nikki Fried leads in Democratic governor’s primary, UNF poll shows

August 16, 2022
Hands are held in one another on top of an open Apple computer. Top down view

ClearPass no longer required when using UNF Wi-Fi

August 15, 2022
UNF to host vaccine clinic, what to know

UNF to host vaccine clinic, what to know

August 15, 2022
Activists hold up their fist, chanting, with large white signs

‘Declare a housing emergency’: Jacksonville activists push for affordable housing

August 11, 2022
UNF Student Union

COVID-19 is still here; UNF plan will rely on “honor system,” SHS Director explains

August 9, 2022
Mid-wind-up, Jumbo Shrimp pitcher starts to throw the ball off the pitching mound

Through the eyes of a photographer: July

August 4, 2022
Limayem stands with a blue suit holding a blue and white basketball jersey with LIMAYEM and 7 on it with Ozzie the Osprey

Connecting with students is more than “shaking hands,” UNF president says on first day

August 1, 2022
Osprey Cove. Photo by Robert Curtis.

UPDATED: Housing returns to pre-pandemic move-in schedule, hundreds still on waitlist

August 1, 2022
Presidential Candidate Moez Limayem answers a question during his student meet-and-greet pizza session

Florida BOG expected to confirm next UNF president Thursday

June 29, 2022
A crowd of people listen to a speaker

‘We need to take action’: Protesters respond to SCOTUS decision at Jacksonville rally

June 25, 2022
demonstrators outside the Supreme Court protest about abortion

Abortion no longer a constitutional right, Jacksonville protests planned

June 24, 2022
“The heart of UNF”: Employees to receive pay increases in upcoming fiscal year

“The heart of UNF”: Employees to receive pay increases in upcoming fiscal year

June 16, 2022
The Villages dorms at UNF

Housing changes waitlist procedures amidst privacy concerns

June 13, 2022
An orange sign reads: COMING SOON! in front of where Qdoba will open

Qdoba brings Mexican food to campus as construction begins

June 8, 2022
The University of North Floridas prior president headshots are shown on the left next to president-elect Dr. Moez Limayem on the right.

Dr. Moez Limayem chosen as UNF president-elect, awaiting BOG confirmation

May 16, 2022
A protestor speaks into a microphone at “The People’s Abortion Rally” for abortion rights in front of the Duval County Courthouse

Jacksonville activists join state-wide protests for women’s rights

May 14, 2022
The University of North Florida Board of Trustees debates after finishing their four presidential candidate interviews

Developing relationships and diversity in higher education, the final day of presidential interviews

May 14, 2022
University of North Florida Board of Trustee members listen to Marc Miller as he answers a question during his final interview

What is “uniquely UNF?”: First half of final presidential interviews conclude

May 13, 2022
Recapping the meet-and-greets: What you need to know

Recapping the meet-and-greets: What you need to know

May 7, 2022
First, only opportunity for UNF community to meet candidates begins during finals

First, only opportunity for UNF community to meet candidates begins during finals

April 27, 2022
Candidates comment on UNF presidency

Candidates comment on UNF presidency

April 26, 2022
Final four UNF presidential candidates announced

Final four UNF presidential candidates announced

April 22, 2022
University of North Florida Student Government senators convene for their final Spring 2022 Senate meeting on April 15, 2022.

Drink spiking prevention initiative passed with Senate’s full support

April 15, 2022
Text asks Do you . . . and gives a range of blue tones stretched out between Disagree? and Agree?

Ignore “Viewpoint Discrimination” survey, Florida faculty union says

April 5, 2022
turning red movie poster

The “Turning Red” debate: Spinnaker reviews

April 4, 2022
Through the eyes of a photographer: March

Through the eyes of a photographer: March

April 1, 2022
A UNF student holds up an LGBTQ flag with a fist at a protest

JASMYN resuming old, and new, LGBTQ+ youth-centered services

March 25, 2022
UNF presidential search to move out from under public eye after passing of new bill

UNF presidential search to move out from under public eye after passing of new bill

March 21, 2022
Dr. Christopher Janson talks to those in attendance on Thursday night, March 10, 2022 at UNF.

“Black people want to be heard,” UNF student says during discussion about improving campus community

March 11, 2022
With a transgender flag atop their shoulders, this UNF student participates in a protest speaking out against anti-LGBTQ legislation

Florida Senate’s passing of the “Don’t Say Gay” bill is “bigoted and misguided,” UNF LGBTQ Center director says

March 8, 2022
UNF will cease on-campus COVID testing Thursday

UNF will cease on-campus COVID testing Thursday

March 8, 2022
A UNF choir member performs the Ukrainian National Anthem during a performance dedicated to a country in crisis on the UNF Green on March 7, 2022.

UNF School of Music perform in solidarity with Ukraine

March 7, 2022
Student Government graphic.

Unity Party primed to claim victory in uncontested Student Government election

March 7, 2022
“LGBT RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS” reads a sign at a protest against anti-LGBT legislation in Florida on March 2, 2022, on the UNF Green.

UNF students and allies protest against anti-LGBTQ legislation

March 4, 2022
Traditional graduation to return for UNF students

Traditional graduation to return for UNF students

March 2, 2022
A UNF student raises their hand to talk

UNF apologizes to students for Instagram trivia that “perpetuated racial stereotypes”

February 25, 2022
UNF students wait in line for a food truck at Jax Melanin Market Meets Market Days

UNF and Jax Melanin Market collide, a dual photo gallery

February 25, 2022
Dr. Richmond Wynn sits in front of his desk in the Counseling Center.

Weaving the tapestry of UNF with Richmond Wynn

February 23, 2022
Sister Cindy preaches to a crowd of students on the University of North Florida Green Valentine’s Day afternoon in Jacksonville, Florida, Monday, Feb. 14.

“Hoes” and “whores”: Sister Cindy preaches to UNF students

February 14, 2022
UNF discontinuing “no longer useful” exposure notifications, announces COVID-19 response changes

UNF discontinuing “no longer useful” exposure notifications, announces COVID-19 response changes

February 10, 2022
A poster with the message “Justice 4 All Love. Vote Hate Out of Offices” is held up during a Black Lives Matter protest.

Parental Rights in Education bill will “hurt a very vulnerable community,” UNF LGBT Center director says

February 8, 2022
Graphic by Spinnaker Creative Services.

UNF starts February with 75 COVID-19 cases

February 7, 2022
Mateo Alberto Borda Boyanovich’s booking photo as provided by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Suspect identified in social media threat case, hearing date set

February 3, 2022
A University Police Department squad car sits in the loop outside the UNF Student Union. UPD increased police presence across campus after a threat was made on YikYak to shoot up the UNF Green on February 1, 2022.

UPD arrest suspect of reported social media threat

February 1, 2022
Four police cars sit parked in the parking lot outside the UNF Thomas G. Carpenter Library.

Updated: Increased police presence at UNF Tuesday after reported threat, multiple events canceled

February 1, 2022
Graphic by Spinnaker Creative Services.

UNF reports 102 student cases and 44 employee cases in past week

January 31, 2022
Photo by Martin Sanchez via Unsplash.

UNF reports 178 cases last week

January 24, 2022
Meet the Candidates. Graphic by Carter Mudgett.

Meet the candidates: Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer interviews to begin

January 21, 2022
Graphic by Spinnaker Creative Services.

Students responsible for isolation plans, not university, says UNF Task Force Coordinator

January 19, 2022
Poll of students on the Spinnaker Instagram page earlier this week in response to the question “Do you think UNF should go remote this semester?” 49.6 percent of respondents said ‘No,’ 28.2 percent of respondents said ‘Yes,’ and 22.3 percent of respondents said for ‘Part of the semester.’ Poll created by the Spinnaker Creative Department.

Spinnaker poll finds mixed support for tighter COVID-19 precautions at UNF

January 14, 2022
Members of the Student Fee Assessment Committee deliberate where a $0.43 fee allocation would come from.

SG committee members swing for the fences with fee proposal, Administration committee members expect rejection

December 10, 2021
University of North Florida COVID-19 cases between Sep. 1, 2021 and Dec. 2, 2021, as reported by the UNF Student Health Center, accessible on the UNF Emergency Management site.

UNF’s fate in the face of Omicron uncertain

December 7, 2021
Members of the Student Fees Assessment Committee discuss a proposal during their meeting on Dec. 2, 2021.

Committee to finalize student fees proposal Wednesday

December 7, 2021
Osprey Fountains, photo courtesy of Housing and Residence Life

Updated: UNF Osprey Fountains evacuated over ‘malfunctioning fire alarm’

December 7, 2021
Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville special election happening Tuesday: Candidates and voting locations

December 6, 2021
Streaks of pink, orange, and cotton candy blue take over the clouds as the sun sets behind cars parked in front of the Fine Arts Center Parking Garage (Building 44A)

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The sky glows a gorgeous rosy red as the sun disappears over the horizon of the Thomas G. Carpenter Library parking lot.

[Photo] Parking tickets turn digital at UNF

December 6, 2021
Parked cars sit in the “Faculty and Staff Permit Only” section of the Fine Arts Center Parking Garage (Building 44).

[Photo] Parking tickets turn digital at UNF

December 6, 2021
Parked cars sit on the bottom floor of the Fine Arts Center Parking Garage (Building 44).

[Photo] UNF Winter Break Parking Services Updates

December 23, 2021
Parked cars sit on the bottom floor of the Fine Arts Center Parking Garage (Building 44).

[Photo]

Shekinah Mitchell’s mural ‘We Are All One’ hangs on the wall in the Intercultural Center’s lounge.

‘We Are All One’ mural on display in UNF’s Intercultural Center

December 3, 2021
UNF lifts water advisory

UNF lifts water advisory

December 3, 2021
Photo by Camille Shaw

UNF student hit by vehicle while crossing street

December 3, 2021
A square portion of the sidewalk in front of the Gandhi statue in the middle of UNF’s campus is cordoned off by UPD barricades. On the evening of Nov. 28, students, faculty, and staff were notified that water in certain areas of the campus was no longer potable for the time being.

UNF core campus water remains undrinkable, Chick-fil-A reopens

December 1, 2021
Mural of a person holding books.

UNF Library introduces ‘Stress Management’ online resource display

December 1, 2021
SG and Dining Services host Holiday Food Pantry event

SG and Dining Services host ‘Holiday Food Pantry’ event

November 30, 2021
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