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Sasha Koresh is Spinnaker’s current Editor-in-Chief and is a senior studying journalism and political science at the University of North Florida.
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Following state university trends, UNF increases housing and out-of-state tuition fees for the 2026-27 school year.
The University of North Florida will extend its Fourth of July holiday in recognition of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, according to a campus-wide email...
Under a new proposal slated for the 2027 federal fiscal year, agencies would be empowered to terminate funding for institutions that promote what the administration terms a “woke” policy agenda.
In a world of AI and LinkedIn Maxxing, UNF students are battling anxiety in an ever-changing job market.
A University of North Florida student was cited Monday after police said he damaged a Parking Services vehicle during a dispute over a parking boot.
Officers responded to a disturbance involving UNF...
The University of North Florida has received a National Science Foundation award to help researchers make 3D-printed metal parts more reliable, cost-effective and sustainable.
Dr. Longfei Zhou, a UNF...
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 757 into law Friday, expanding Florida’s school safety measures to public colleges and universities.
The law allows Florida’s public postsecondary institutions...
The University of North Florida is maintaining a faculty-led approach to artificial intelligence in classrooms as state higher education leaders consider systemwide guidance on the technology.
In a...
The University of North Florida graduated a record 2,300 students on Friday during its Spring 2026 commencement at the UNF Arena.
The graduating class represents 30 countries, with 36% of graduates...
The Board of Trustees at the University of North Florida approved a presidential compensation range of $1 million to $1.4 million.
The range, recommended by consulting firm Segal, reflects UNF’s growth...
At the University of North Florida, Giving Day is an opportunity to support the programs that shape campus life. Among them, student journalism stands as one of the most essential.
Student journalism...
The University of North Florida Board of Trustees Chair announced Monday the members of UNF’s Presidential Search Committee.
The 11-member search committee, led by UNF BOT member Jack Boyle, plays...
Angela Garcia Falconetti has returned to the University of North Florida as interim president, bringing decades of higher education leadership to her alma mater while prioritizing enrollment growth, student...
The University of North Florida’s new interim president, Angela Garcia Falconetti, will earn $600,000 annually under a one-year employment agreement signed Feb. 10, according to contract documents obtained...
This extra day off for UNF comes amid a yearlong celebration of America's 250th anniversary, organized under President Donald Trump, according to the White House website.
A confrontation between two men on the University of North Florida campus Tuesday evening ended in a brief physical fight, with neither party choosing to press charges, according to a university police...
Update: The University of North Florida announced at 1:33 p.m. that the emergency is over and people can return to Building 50 and the surrounding area.
Building 50, the Science and Engineering Building,...
This article was updated at 6:37 p.m. on Feb. 10 to reflect updated information from UNF Police Chief stating the fire has been put out.
Multiple fire trucks responded to a brush fire on the University...
As the University of North Florida prepares to vote on Angela Garcia Falconetti as interim president, the longtime higher education administrator brings nearly a decade of presidential experience, alongside...
Float Away From Finals in Florida Springs is a relaxing event about connecting with nature during the week before finals.
OzFest will be on Friday, March 6, in Lot 18. The event will include carnival rides, food trucks, activities and a concert.
A UNF banner on the Fine Arts Center.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday the appointment of Andrew Hudson, Michael Mayo, and Daniel Skinner and the reappointment of Christopher Lazzara and Allison Korman Shelton to the University of North...
The United Faculty of Florida–University of North Florida released salary data showing that 14 university administrators received raises totaling $412,735.63 since May 2025 — with an average increase...
After nearly nine years of working at the University of North Florida, Director of Emergency Management Bob Greenlaw will be retiring Jan 30.
Greenlaw has been shaping safety and preparedness at UNF...
Doug Wright announced Wednesday that he is stepping down as head coach of the University of North Florida beach volleyball program after four seasons, according to a UNF athletics press release.
This...
The University of North Florida will roll out several new academic programs beginning in spring 2026, including a redesigned communication degree and an expansion of analytics-focused graduate offerings.
Starting...
The University of North Florida will have adjusted hours of operation during Thanksgiving Break, including campus-wide closures for dining, recreation and library services.
The academic Thanksgiving...
After being missing since the end of October, the University of North Florida’s mascot, Ozzie the Osprey, returned Saturday with a brand-new look.
UNF unveiled the redesigned Ozzie during the university’s...
Since Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits have been put on hold, University of North Florida students have reported skipped meals and increased hardship.
About 2.9 million Floridians...
Students held a demonstration on campus Wednesday in response to rumors that two frontrunners have emerged in the race to replace University of North Florida’s president, Moez Limayem.
On Monday,...
Registration for the University of North Florida’s Spring 2026 semester opens soon, with students encouraged to plan ahead to secure their preferred classes.
According to the university’s academic...
The University of North Florida’s college of education recently received a three-year, $2.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to launch a new professional development program for civics...
UNF is advancing sustainability through new technology, reduced plastic use and collaboration between administration and Student Government.
Will McMahon, assistant director of Campus Sustainability...
University of North Florida President Moez Limayem was recently named the sole finalist for the University of South Florida’s presidency, prompting a mix of concern and planning among UNF faculty and...
Lisa Ford, Hunter Ford's mother, ride her bike around campus during Saturday's memorial.
The week-long closure in Building 50, the University of North Florida's science and engineering building, was caused by an early-morning electrical fire on Oct. 6, a new police report reveals.
At approximately...
The University of North Florida community is mourning the loss of student Hunter Ford, an information technology major who died Wednesday evening in a motorcycle accident.
A university spokesperson...
A UNF student was killed Wednesday evening in a motorcycle accident near the Saint Johns Town Center, a university spokesperson confirmed.
The student, 21-year-old senior Hunter Ford, died Wednesday...
The University of North Florida’s Silverfield College of Education and Human Services has been awarded a three-year $2.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to launch a new professional...
The federal government entered a shutdown on Wednesday after Congress failed to pass a budget before the Sept. 30 deadline, leaving agencies without funding and forcing thousands of federal workers into...
Beginning spring 2026, the University of North Florida will mandate the use of Simple Syllabus, a centralized platform for managing course syllabi, for all instructors teaching credit-bearing courses.
The...
Two University of North Florida police officers received their ICE credentials Friday afternoon, a university spokesperson confirmed.
On Thursday, Sept. 25, President Moez Limayem said no UNFPD officers...
The University of North Florida’s recently-opened Osprey Ridge dorm completed construction under budget, leaving extra funds to add new amenities for its student residents, according to UNF officials.
Campus...
The University of North Florida announced on Sept. 9 that it will receive an endowment of over $1 million from the River Branch Foundation to support the Institute of Environmental Research and Education.
According...
The University of North Florida’s Latin American Student Organization will kick off Hispanic Heritage Month on Sept. 15 at 5:30 p.m. with a potluck celebration open to the entire campus community.
The...
The University of North Florida held its Convocation ceremony on Friday, Sept. 12, to mark the start of the fall semester and to recognize the achievements of students, faculty and staff.
During the...
The University of North Florida launched a new AI for Work and Life certificate program Monday, an eight-week online course that will be open to everyone.
In a campus wide email, UNF President Moez...
Students at the University of North Florida have mixed reactions to The Halal Shack, a new addition to the campus food court.
Overall, UNF students had mixed reactions to the new Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern...
This story was updated at 11:07 a.m. on Aug 28 with new information on the date officers started ICE training.
The University of North Florida Police Chief confirmed Wednesday that two university...
After their first week of college life, University of North Florida freshmen say adjusting to the new campus and classes has been easy.
First-year psychology major Saniya Luckey said before starting...
The University of North Florida has transitioned to Eduroam as its primary wireless network for students, faculty and staff.
Eduroam is already available on campus and will permanently replace UNF-Wireless...
As part of its campus master plan, the University of North Florida is exploring the addition of a presidential residence near Hicks Hall—a feature more than half of Florida’s public universities already...
Police are still working to arrest the Petway Hall burglary suspect who allegedly entered a professor’s office and stole a wallet on July 24, according to a university police report.
On Monday, UNF...
The University of North Florida has started construction and is set to launch its esports program this coming spring, aiming to engage current students and create new opportunities in a fast-growing industry.
The...
At the University of North Florida, Fraternity and Sorority Life offers more than just social connections—it’s a gateway to leadership and personal growth, according to Kenlee Wood, a member of Delta...
Students and staff at the University of North Florida say the campus is more accessible than ever.
With a focus on academic accommodations, physical accessibility, and inclusive learning environments,...
As artificial intelligence transforms industries across the globe, the University of North Florida is working to integrate AI into its classrooms, research labs, and community initiatives—while keeping...
A total of six electric scooter and bicycle thefts were reported on campus at the University of North Florida over the span of a week, according to university police reports.
The first theft happened...
As the University of North Florida prepares for the fall semester, students say limited event scheduling, lack of funding, and underused campus resources are making it harder to build lasting connections,...
President Trump’s recent military action in Iran raises questions about nuclear threats, U.S. foreign policy, and the historical roots of instability in the Middle East. University of North Florida experts...
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has predicted above average hurricane conditions this year and with five months left until the season’s end, it’s important for North Florida students...
As the University of North Florida welcomes its newest Ospreys through summer orientation sessions, incoming freshman are already looking ahead to campus life with a mix of excitement and nerves.
Over...
Anne Berest’s “The Postcard”, published in 2021, is one of those books that quietly creeps under your skin and lingers long after you finish it.
As Juneteenth sparks reflection on Black liberation and history, the University of North Florida’s Black Thought Club is creating space for students of color to connect and be heard through intentional...
In honor of Pride Month, UNF students and staff continue to reflect on the university’s queer history and the legacy of the now-closed LGBTQ Center.
Manny Velasquez-Paredes, the former director of...
An anthropology professor at the University of North Florida is leading a team of students in a 6-week excavation project within the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.
The professor, Dr. Keith...
University of North Florida students who have studied abroad said the experience offered them not only academic credit, but also critical, personal and professional growth.
With stories of learning,...
The new Allen Lastinger Center for Florida History will hold its grand opening at the library this fall on September 5, according to the UNF Library website.
Hilary Streifer, the librarian overseeing...
Burglary at Ogier Gardens
On May 19, the senior coordinator of Ogier Gardens at the University of North Florida, discovered that 60 to 70 nectarines and plums had been stolen from the garden, according...
A new dining option is set to open at University of North Florida Student Union this coming fall.
The Halal Shack is a fast-casual restaurant known for blending Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors...
The University of North Florida is hosting multiple high school graduation ceremonies from May 16 to May 31, which are expected to significantly increase traffic on campus, according to an email sent out...
A man was arrested for trespassing on University of North Florida campus and an anonymous caller reported that multiple pieces of university equipment were stolen, according to police reports from early...
In an email sent to students and faculty last week, the University of North Florida released a proposal to raise student housing rental rates, set to take effect in Fall 2025.
The proposed changes...
University of North Florida students celebrated their art and community at the Spring Art Fest on campus Thursday.
Lance Vickery, a sculpture professor and the faculty committee chair, said the Spring...
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