Cryptocurrency is the future! So says those twins who sued Mark Zuckerberg, your uncle who retired at 48 from selling “products,” and the Best Buy employee who doesn’t know how to restart a laptop.
In...
Wes Anderson’s latest production of symmetrically synergized puppets is both whimsical and slightly unnerving, as much of the light-hearted moments are paired with an abundance of extremely dark dialogue.
The...
There’s something both magical and cringe worthy about seeing The Iron Giant and a Gundam battle Mechagodzilla. It’s outrageous and nonsensical, but also just beautiful enough to illicit nostalgia...
Abigale Stone, primary caretaker of Winter, the rescued dolphin featured in the film “Dolphin Tale,” will speak at UNF as part of the Distinguished Voices Lecture Series April 17.
Winter was...
Late night cravings are often unavoidable. Whether you’re pulling an all-nighter and need some study fuel, have a case of the munchies or are just looking for more than stale potato chips past 10 p.m.,...
If you’re stuck at UNF over spring break, I feel bad for you, son: you’ve got 99 problems and campus closures is definitely one. Here’s what's open and what’s shuttered during the gnarliest week...
Rick Scott has approved the gun law bill drafted in response to the mass shooting committed at Marjory Douglas Stoneman high school last month.
The bill, previously approved by the Florida Legislature...
There’s something enchanting about delving into the details of a place you’ve passed by hundreds of times. The Art in the Library tours at the Carpenter Library enable students to pause and reflect...
For those dedicated UNF Men’s basketball fans that simply can’t make the trip down to Fort Myers Thursday to watch the ASUN Conference Semifinals, there’s a local watch party to attend if you...
The Homecoming comedy show featuring Ron Funches and Marlon Wayans was one of the best I’ve ever been to. But, I happen to be part of an exclusive club of Ospreys that actually attended the premiere...
It’s grueling to justify a $9 burger. Everything needs to perfectly align during your dining experience to make that higher than usual entry point worth it. Unfortunately for the Grub Burger Bar, the...
From the moment the opening cinematic began, "Shadow of the Colossus’" visual splendor had me enchanted. This remake of the 2005 instant-classic PlayStation 2 title pushes current-gen hardware to its...
The 2018 Winter Olympics has the world’s attention. Not only do the athletes draw a crowd, but the unprecedented political implications of a unified Korean team have political analysts and citizens...
If you’ve endured the walk to campus from Lot 18 this semester, you’ve probably noticed the construction work being done to the softball field. So, what is being done and how much is it costing?
The...
The Patriots lost!
That’s enough of a recap for most NFL fans, but for the sake of those who weren’t simply watching to see Tom Brady hold his head in his hands again here’s how the big game progressed,...
Film plots can sometimes be so predictable that not only does the story suffer, but the pacing nosedives as well. "The Cloverfield Paradox" serves as the prime example of this catastrophe, and the only...
While many of us are still licking our wounds after the Jaguars loss in the AFC Championship two weeks ago, we have to be honest with ourselves and admit we’ll be watching the Super Bowl regardless....
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There’s something quintessentially peculiar about Taco Bell making fries.
A fast-food restaurant best known...
Few things are more essential to having a complete and fulfilling college experience than being involved in something bigger than yourself.
Freshman year and beyond, having a solid group of people with...
There’s a deep and stinging pain that accompanies a loss like the Jaguars suffered Sunday.
It’s the pain of a season defined by a miraculous turn-around few NFL teams have been able to replicate....
It is exceptionally difficult to make a bad-tasting doughnut. It is even more difficult to craft a doughnut that not only exceeds the standards, but dispels your preconceptions of what the dessert can...
We all know the Jacksonville Jaguars are going to pull out a dominant victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers today. But, it’s always best to plan for the worst-case scenario, regardless of how unlikely...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day brings a three-day weekend early in the semester. For those looking to celebrate the holiday or simply avoid a lazy day at home, here are some events in and around UNF for students...
While the University of North Florida’s football team remains undefeated since the school’s opening, they won’t be playing in tonight’s College Football Playoff National Championship. So, between...
Few games can carry such a lackluster stat line and mean as much to a fan base as yesterday’s Jacksonville Jaguars game.
With only one touchdown and two field goals scored, it wasn’t an exhilarating...
Golf cart crash
A campus maintenance employee was driving a golf cart when he collided with a parked campus owned truck.
The police report states a complainant informed UNFPD that the maintenance...
The man accused of coordinating the murder of a UNF employee from his jail cell has been charged with attempted escape from jail and criminal mischief, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Court...
The man accused of exposing himself to two UNF students on Jan. 8 made several lewd facebook posts detailing his masturbation habits and sex life in the days following his alleged indecent interactions....
A Push to Graduate
A UNF student told UNFPD that she was pushed in the chest by a Contemporary Services Corporation (CSC) security officer at the UNF Arena during a graduation ceremony on Dec. 9.
The...
Another year has come and gone, and with it we leave behind a backlog of UNF police beats. We saw vandalism in the dorms, garages and on vehicles. There were car crashes and perverts, but what UNF seemed...
The Golden Globes showcased and awarded some fantastic films and television shows over the weekend. Here’s how you can legally watch the winners for the cheapest price.
Best Picture, Drama: Moonlight...
As another rotation around the sun comes to a close, gamers reflect on the year that was. We saw remakes and reboots, new franchises and final chapters, and plenty of game delays. Regardless of what you...
Tree Lighting
UNFPD extinguished a fire on campus on Dec. 8. According to the report, an officer was on patrol around 3 a.m. on Dec. 8 when he noticed a fire in the wooded area across from Lot #11....
It’s officially the season of giving. As you’re scrambling to find the perfect gift for family and friends, it’s important to remember those who are in greater need than us this holiday season.
Volunteer...
Stolen skateboard
UNFPD met with a student in reference to a stolen skateboard on Nov. 21.
According to the police report, the victim stated he left his skateboard at the Osprey Cafe on Nov. 18. When...
Welcome to our cheap games guide where we’ll break down the best video games for the best price. Today we’ll be focusing on Microsoft Xbox One console. This is part three of five.
Gaming, much like...
Thanksgiving is home to fantastic food, estranged cousins and the most awkward conversations of the year. How’s college going? Who did you vote for? Have you stopped drinking since the first day...
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Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation gave UNFPD a $41,991 grant to pay for a new police cruiser and six automated external defibrillator...
Welcome to our cheap games guide where we’ll break down the best video games for the best price. Today we’ll be focusing on Nintendo’s 3DS handheld console. This is part one of five.
Gaming, much...
Graffiti while you go
UNFPD responded to reports of graffiti inside a restroom in Building 3. According to the police report, the graffiti had been made sometime between the morning of Oct. 28 and...
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This week on Birds of Play, our cast and crew filmed a special Veteran’s Day episode just for you. Discussions included:
BlizzCon 2016 brought some new reveals and updates...
As the votes were rolling in for the 2016 presidential election, rumors about write-in votes sparked hilarity and anger among those on social media.
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University of North Florida students attending the Thomas G. Carpenter library’s election watch party were visibly anxious as election results rolled in.
As Florida’s vote continued to flip back...
As an annual franchise, Call of Duty developers and Activision must do more every year to satiate the appetites of their fans and shareholders. The result this year is two games: one is a brand new adventure...
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This week on Birds of Play, our hosts talk about the spookiest of video game topics: union strikes. How will the industry be affected by...
Stolen Parking Pass
UNFPD met with a student who had her parking pass stolen on Oct. 24.
The police report states the victim parked her vehicle in Lot 38 on Oct. 20. When she returned the following...
Hillary Clinton holds the lead in the latest poll of likely voters by the Public Opinion Research Laboratory (PORL) at UNF. The poll shows Clinton as ahead in both a four-way and head-to-head race scenario.
The...
The year is 2016. The first-person shooter genre has become a series of copy and paste games featuring 3D movement systems, laser guns and an overused futuristic setting. Players are fatigued from lack...
What was arguably the most tame presidential debate this election cycle also happened to be the last between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. With less than three weeks until election day, the candidates...
Golf Cart Crash
A traffic crash occurred between a golf cart and a parked car on Oct. 11.
The police report states the driver and a witness were attempting to locate the witness’ car. The...
Tree damage
UNFPD responded to a damaged vehicle at the Flats on Oct. 8.
According to the police report, the victim parked her vehicle on Oct. 6 and returned to find her car damaged by a tree blown...
A UNF student received a threatening phone call from someone posing as a government agent.
According to the police report, around noon Sept. 8 the victim answered a call from a man with a heavy Indian...
Cashing In
A UNF Bookstore employee used a customer’s Osprey 1 card to make purchases for himself.
The police report states that an officer arrived at the bookstore on Sept. 27 in relation to a...
Four arrested in shooting death of UNF employee
UNF employee Jonathan “Joe” Brenton was killed so he couldn’t testify in a two-year-old burglary case, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s...
Stolen Socks
A pair of socks were stolen from the UNF bookstore on Sept. 8.
The police report states UNFPD was approached about the theft around noon on Sept. 9.
According to the report, the suspect...
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A man was put in handcuffs and taken to the hospital after multiple witnesses say he screamed about ISIS and yelled at a female student on the...
Two-time Olympic medalist Michelle Kwan visited UNF on behalf of the Clinton campaign Wednesday, Sept. 14.
Her visit was part of a campaign through Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and Gainesville to highlight...
Stolen Bike
A man locked up his bike and returned to find only his front tire.
The police report states an officer met with the victim around 11 a.m. Sept. 3, who said his bike had been stolen...
Bears Can’t Drift!? is a nostalgia trip taking considerable inspiration from Crash Team Racing, Sony and Naughty Dog’s attempt at a Mario Kart clone back in 1999. If you ask me, the tracks and drifting...
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A small gray room marked the audition space where five hopefuls put their mascotting skills to the test in order to become the next beloved symbol of UNF sports:...
When No Man’s Sky was revealed in 2013, the small development team at Hello Games peaked the interest of an entire industry. The prospect of a team fewer than 20 creating a literal universe-- home to...
If you offer free food, they will come.
That’s the mantra to follow when planning a Week of Welcome event, and it’s certainly part of what made the African American Student Union’s Chocolate Games...
Phone Threats
UNFPD investigated a series of threatening phone calls on Aug. 17 at Alumni Hall.
According to the police report, at around 8 a.m. a campus employee received six phone calls from a...
