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Jeanne Gilbert

Jeanne Gilbert

Jeanne Gilbert is a sophomore majoring in public relations at the University of North Florida. She joined Spinnaker in the summer of 2023 as a volunteer and served as its editor-in-chief during spring and summer of 2024. After graduating, Jeanne plans to continue in the newsroom or work in public relations.

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UNF already offers bachelor's and master's degrees in topics like computer science, data science, IT and more. (Photo courtesy of UNF)

UNF introducing first Ph.D. program in the fall

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Jun 17, 2024
UFF-UNF is the United Faculty of Florida's UNF chapter, and represents UNF faculty.

UFF-UNF to bargain with UNF over new flexible assignment policy

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
May 28, 2024
Carter began his time as Spinnaker as government reporter in 2021 before being promoted to news editor and eventually editor-in-chief later that year.

Former Spinnaker editor-in-chief places for Hearst investigative journalism award

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2024
An officer walks a protester to sit along the Fine Arts Center.

UNF protestors plead not guilty, set date for pre-trial hearing

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2024
A protester is moved into a police vehicle.

UNF pro-Palestine protestors released from jail after initial court hearing

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2024
Officers stand as protesters sit in custody.

Arrested UNF student protestors awaiting first court appearance

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2024
Pro-Palestine protestors gathered on the Green at UNF 30 minutes before their 10 p.m. curfew.

Live updates: Pro-Palestine protestors remain on UNF campus with increased police presence ahead of curfew

Jeanne Gilbert and Carter Mudgett
May 2, 2024
Chamberlain began his time as Hicks Honors College dean nearly seven years ago in 2017. (Photo courtesy of UNF)

Jeffrey Chamberlain stepping down as Hicks Honors College dean

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Apr 23, 2024
Dr. Richmond Wynn sits in front of his desk in the Counseling Center.

Richmond Wynn transitioning from chief diversity officer to VP of Community Engagement and Partnerships

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Apr 17, 2024
Photo by Alexis Molinaro

Summer and fall registration is here: Tips from advisors and students

Madelyn Schneider and Jeanne Gilbert
Apr 15, 2024
UNF logo.

Gov. Ron DeSantis appoints real estate CEO Jay Demetree to UNF BOT

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Apr 5, 2024
The UNF Physics Department and Astronomy Club often host eclipse watch parties when they are visible from Jacksonville. (Photo courtesy of UNF)

UNF Department of Physics and Astronomy Club hosting eclipse watch party

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Apr 4, 2024
The Spinnaker office is in the east wing of the John A. Delaney Student Union, and students can walk in anytime.

Letter from the Editor: Support student journalism on Giving Day

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Apr 2, 2024
The sign near Lot 18 was put up to satisfy noticing requirements before the city council vote. (Spinnaker)

Jacksonville City Council to vote on transferring land to UNF

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Apr 1, 2024
UNF logo.

UNF staff union among those decertified in recent wave of Florida union purges

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Mar 29, 2024
The Lend-A-Wing food pantry.

Lend-A-Wing food pantry limits students to weekly shopping trips

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Mar 11, 2024
Nine new matching squat racks were also added. (Rachel Bacchus)

Inside UNF’s new and improved Student Wellness Center

Jeanne Gilbert and Rachel Bacchus
Feb 29, 2024
UNF accepting 400 housing contracts on March 4

UNF accepting 400 housing contracts on March 4

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Feb 23, 2024
First swastika drawing in the Building 51 women's bathroom (Photo courtesy of Hailey Jacobsen)

Swastika graffiti found in UNF Social Sciences Building women’s bathroom

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Feb 16, 2024
The University of North Florida entrance sign with a green palm tree behind and purple and white flowers in front.

UNF making changes to housing contract for 2024-25

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Feb 14, 2024
UNF President Moez Limayem at the groundbreaking event along with members of the UNF Board of Trustees and other figures in the campus community (Photo courtesy of UNF)

UNF breaks ground on Honors Residence Hall

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Feb 12, 2024
What to know before OzFest 2024

What to know before OzFest 2024

Rachel Bacchus and Jeanne Gilbert
Feb 2, 2024
In 2022, UNF was recognized as one of the best colleges for LGBTQ students in the southeast; two years later, the LGBTQ center is closed. (Jeanne Gilbert)

UNF closing Office of Diversity and Inclusion due to anti-DEI regulation

Jeanne Gilbert and Laura Filipov
Jan 29, 2024
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. (Photo courtesy of the Office of Ron DeSantis)

Ron DeSantis ends presidential bid and endorses Donald Trump days before New Hampshire primary

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Jan 21, 2024
Osprey Cove (Jeanne Gilbert)

UNF issues all-clear after Tornado Warning expires

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Jan 9, 2024
The University of North Florida entrance sign with a green palm tree behind and purple and white flowers in front.

UNF cancels Tuesday classes due to severe weather

Jeanne Gilbert, Editor-in-Chief
Jan 8, 2024
UNF logo.

UNF BOT unanimously approves faculty pay raise

Jeanne Gilbert, News Editor
Dec 4, 2023
Interfaith Center logo on a dark blue background

Interfaith Center left empty as director leaves for OneJax

Jeanne Gilbert, News Editor
Nov 20, 2023
Protesters chant as a line of approximately 50-75 police cars leave the Adam W. Herbert University Center Tuesday night.

Chants, police and metal detectors: Michael Oren’s visit to UNF

Carter Mudgett and Jeanne Gilbert
Nov 17, 2023
Text reads "INTERFAITH" on top of four ink splotches in UNF's colors of dark blue, light blue and gray. Two hands together in prayer is on a white circle on top of the ink and beneath the text

Religious students feel ignored by Student Government after Interfaith Space removal

Jeanne Gilbert, News Editor
Nov 3, 2023
Marlo Crosby, vice president of UNF SDS, chants into a megaphone as they walk across the Green during a student walkout in support of Palestine on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023.

Pro-Palestine, pro-Israel protesters clash at student walkout Wednesday

Carter Mudgett, Jeanne Gilbert, Rachel Bacchus, and Collin Frye
Oct 26, 2023
The words "Police Beat" are written in red and white, surrounded by a white square outline. In the background, a University of North Florida Police Department cruiser is tinted blue.

One person shot near UNF campus, alert says

Jeanne Gilbert, News Editor
Oct 12, 2023
UNF logo.

UNF student died in traffic accident over weekend, university confirms

Jeanne Gilbert and Carter Mudgett
Oct 11, 2023
Professors Sean Freeder and Seth Warner discussed free speech and affirmative action with students and fellow professors on Sept. 20.

UNF hosts forum for faculty to discuss free speech on college campuses

Jeanne Gilbert, News Editor
Oct 2, 2023
UNF logo

President announces 5% raise, extended vacations for eligible UNF faculty and staff

Jeanne Gilbert and Carter Mudgett
Sep 26, 2023
The Red Zone is a heightened time of sexual assault on college campuses occurring from the beginning of the Fall semester to Thanksgiving break (Photo edited to appear red).

From now till Thanksgiving, staying safe during “the Red Zone” at UNF

Jeanne Gilbert, News Editor
Sep 21, 2023
Faculty Association President Mike Binder.

Board of Trustees approve post-tenure review policy 12-1 as UNF faculty look on in disappointment

Carter Mudgett and Jeanne Gilbert
Sep 18, 2023
Microsoft Authenticator (Ed Hardie/Unsplash)

UNF to make the swap from Duo to Microsoft Authenticator

Jeanne Gilbert, News Editor
Sep 16, 2023
An area behind the UNF Library has been fenced off to serve as a staging area for construction.

Detour! What to know about construction across campus

Jeanne Gilbert, Reporter
Sep 10, 2023
The offensive line struggled to protect quarterback Trevor Lawrence, as he was sacked five times in Sunday's game

Jaguars prepare for kickoff Sunday after second-ever undefeated preseason

Jeanne Gilbert, Reporter
Sep 8, 2023
The University of North Florida announced Monday that its campus would be shut down on Tuesday and Wednesday, aside from food and shelter for students living on campus. Construction materials were secured and campus was largely devoid of students before Idalia made landfall.

UNF classes, activities to resume Thursday, university says

Carter Mudgett and Jeanne Gilbert
Aug 30, 2023
The Green, located at the center of UNF's campus, is a popular spot for students trying to relax between classes. A smaller school than UF or FSU, many students can find quiet spots across campus to study, read and hang out.

What do students think of UNF’s 25,000 enrollment goal?

Jeanne Gilbert, Reporter
Aug 21, 2023
Happy 4th of July graphic

Where to celebrate Independence Day around Jacksonville: Food, Fireworks, and More

Jeanne Gilbert, Reporter
Jul 3, 2023