All content by Kristina Smith
In the next few weeks, students should keep an eye on the physics building for a change in the skyline. Come May 2019, an observatory dome will be installed on the roof of the physics building.
This...
Though it was curated at the last minute, the senior showcase at the UNF gallery made for a great afternoon getaway.
Nine seniors presented their capstone projects at a reception thrumming with intrigue. While...
Marking the dawn of a new day for UNF's publicity, Eric Bruder was announced as the new Vice President of Marketing and Communications.
Over the last few years, Bruder has proved himself as a veteran...
While snagging shirts and free food from numerous campus events, you may not consider how much it costs to fund university attractions. Every year, the Student Life & Services Fee Allocation committee...
At the latest installment of Astronomy night, the Astronomy club welcomed NASA Ambassador Sam Turley and delved into the matter of NASA's Apollo projects.
After a short lecture on the history of humankind's...
The 28th International Dinner Dance proved to be an evening of excitement and beauty. Once students stepped into the field house, they were transported to a beautiful scene where the theme was a Taste...
The annual Faculty Showcase marks a change of pace for the student-faculty roles. For the last three years, the library showcase has been a chance for professors to display their work while students offer...
Has UNF succeeded in prioritizing the health of students? According to a press release, it seems the University has. At the end of a 3-year commitment, UNF has received a "complete" on its health and wellness...
Students interested in free food and a colorful potluck should watch the calendar. Once a month the Ogier Gardens hosts a potluck where workers try their hand (including any green thumbs) at cooking.
At...
Once March rolls around, anyone strolling by the green will notice embroidered sheets flapping in the wind. This is the Embroidering for Peace event hosted by the Spanish club. Each year this is a chance...
Panda lovers rejoice—starting on Saturday, March 30, Panda Express will be open on weekends from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. These hours will extend through the rest of the Spring semester.
But as the newest...
The UNF Board of Trustees has officially designated the Department of Communication as the School of Communication Thursday afternoon. According to the Osprey Update, this new change reflects the growing...
The face of UNF is constantly changing, and the Space Committee has big plans for the future. Future improvements to the university include remodeling Chick-fil-A, new bleachers for the softball field,...
In the latest installment of the World Affairs Council of Jacksonville, UNF hosted Russian dissident Vladimir Kara-Murza. Kara-Murza is a modern day freedom fighter that constantly risks his life as a...
UNF's Brooks School of Nursing ranked number 16 out of 154 schools for Best Registered Nursing Programs in Florida.
The rankings are measured by the pass rates of nursing graduates. According to the...
In a finale of what proved to be an emotional campaign season, John Aloszka has won the bid for Student Body President along with Vice President pick Natalie Costello.
The Forward ticket won with a...
As election season comes to an end, UNF students have two options for voting in their Student Government elections.
From March 5-6, polling booths will be set up outside the UNF library and in the John...
According to a recent poll from the UNF Public Opinion Research Lab, Governor Ron DeSantis has an approval rating of 60 percent, 17 percent higher than his predecessor Senator Rick Scott, who's exiting...
Russell Ivy was the fourth and final candidate for the Provost open forums. He took this opportunity to detail a few of his initiatives and accomplishments and explain why he could be a great addition...
The Student Government Debate was a chance for presidential candidates Lee Tomlins and John Aloszka to get up and personal to sway their audience. It proved to be a night of insights and surprises.
The...
Putting their best foot forward, the Forward party has selected John Aloszka as their presidential candidate. Aloszka is no stranger to Student Government and has been with Forward from the beginning.
As...
Though he's venturing into new territory, Lee Tomlins, the Frontier presidential candidate, believes he has what it takes to succeed.
Tomlins has held the serious title of Chief Justice of the Student...
In a busy week of homecoming and the inauguration of President David Szymanski, the Adaptive Toy lab was one of many to showcase their projects and accomplishments for the school.
The lab may be hidden...
UNF has two parties with presidential candidates and three with senate candidates running for Student Government office this semester. Here's a quick look at who's running.
The Forward Party
The...
Campaign season is usually a time to dread, but for UNF students it's a time to form their parties and promote ideas that could change the face of the university.
For the 2019-2020 year, three parties...
While many students aren’t aware of what happens with tuition once it’s paid, the Student Fee Assessment Committee keeps track of every cent.
At the first of three Spring 2019 meetings, representatives...
On February 15, Saturday Night Live veterans Nasim Pedrad and Jay Pharoah will bring a show to UNF as part of an Osprey Productions event.
Students can attend for free with their Osprey1card, while...
According to a Jan. 28 press release, the University of North Florida has been designated a Military Friendly school for the 2019-2020 year—it’s tenth year in a row.
According to the release, each...
UNF has been recognized as a top tier of national universities by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. According to a UNF press release on January 16, 2018, UNF was recognized...