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Men’s soccer falls below NCAA’s academic standards

Spinnaker | Jun 24, 2010
Athletic Director Lee Moon said UNF Athletics has implemented an improvement plan and sees improvements.
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Electrical engineering majors win first place in robotic lawn mower competition

Spinnaker | Jun 24, 2010
A group of electrical engineering students score a win for UNF with their robotic lawn mower.
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Sociology professor to develop curriculum in Hong Kong

Spinnaker | Jun 24, 2010
Sociology professor David Jaffee was awarded a 2010 Fulbright scholarship and will help transform one of Hong Kong's universities into a four-year school.
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The Shake Weight is no match for the Freshman 15

Spinnaker | Jun 24, 2010
Trying to find new and exciting ways to jazz up your typical exercise routine? Keep reading to find out more about whether or not the Shake Weight is a success or scam.
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Five CDs to keep an eye out for in the coming months

Spinnaker | Jun 23, 2010
Tired of the music you're listening to? The Spinnaker breaks down five upcoming albums you should keep on your radar.
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Phelan Improves in Second Round of Open

Spinnaker | Jun 18, 2010
UNF golfer Kevin Phelan, birdied three holes Friday on his way to a much improved second round of the 2010 U.S. Open in Pebble Beach, Calif.
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Photo Gallery: Rehabilitated Bald Eagle released at UNF

Spinnaker | Jun 18, 2010
Native Sun and the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey teamed up to release 400th rehabilitated Bald Eagle into the wild. The eagle was released on UNF's intramural field behind the Crossings at 1pm Friday.
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Phelan Struggles late in Open Debut

Spinnaker | Jun 18, 2010
UNF freshman golfer Kevin Phelan struggled during the last six holes of his U.S. Open debut, Monday in the first round at Pebble Beach, Calif.
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Brief:Parking Services passes unpaid tickets to collection agencies

Spinnaker | Jun 17, 2010
UNF Parking Services sends unpaid citations to the collection agency.
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Baseball team finishes high in A-Sun Tournament; Rhodes completes final season

Spinnaker | Jun 17, 2010
UNF baseball's season has come to an end this year, finally obtaining full Division I status, after a four-year reclassification period, and claiming the No. 4 seed in the Atlantic Sun Conference Tournament.
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Golf team close season with high tournament ranks

Spinnaker | Jun 17, 2010

The 2009-2010 season for the UNF golf team has been a season which has included some unexpected success, ending with a chance to play in the 2010 NCAA Championship, in Oolewah, Tenn. The Ospreys finished...

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Freshman Golfer Qualifies for U.S. Open

Spinnaker | Jun 17, 2010
UNF freshman golfer Kevin Phelan, achieved a long time goal of his Monday afternoon after qualifying for the 2010 U.S. Open, set to take place June 17-20 in Pebble Beach, Calif.
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Eyes on LeBron James’ NBA future with the Bulls

Spinnaker | Jun 17, 2010
It’s the biggest issue this summer has to offer -- bigger than the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. It’s bigger than anything that happens with the government or the economy. It’s even bigger than the series finale of “Lost.” I’m sure you already know what I’m talking about, but I’ll tell you anyway. The biggest issue of the summer of 2010 is what is going to go down with the NBA free agents, specifically LeBron James. The 2010 NBA free agent crop is loaded with franchise player after franchise player.
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SG senate pro-tem kills controversial special request

Spinnaker | Jun 15, 2010
After a signed petition from 113 students, pro-tem John Jordan's decision declines maligned furniture funding.
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The Pains of Being Pure at Heart rock out at Jackrabbits

Spinnaker | Jun 13, 2010
Check out what this Ramones-inspired band has to say about their sound, inspiration, and the city of Jacksonville.
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Cyclists Trek Down the West Coast with Kourage

Spinnaker | Jun 13, 2010
Chris Markl will lead the way on his bicycle for 1800 miles in order to raise money for entrepreneurs in Kenya. Read on to find out more about the reason for the ride.
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Website, iPhone application locates Osprey Connector shuttles

Spinnaker | Jun 12, 2010

Students wanting a few more minutes to study in the Library won’t have to worry about missing the shuttle anymore. UNF recently purchased a shuttle tracking system which allows students to track the...

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New philanthropic initiative hopes to provide computer lab for impoverished country

Spinnaker | Jun 11, 2010
Thinking inside the box. UNF students develop a computer lab inside a shipping container to be sent to a school in the Dominican republic.
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Renewed life from a renewable resource

Spinnaker | Jun 11, 2010
UNF junior electrical engineering student John Gonzalez gives us the low-down on how solar power changed his life.
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FSCJ hero saves old man's life (Exclusive Video)

Spinnaker | Jun 11, 2010
FSCJ college student jumped into a lake and saved an old man's life.
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Board of Trustees approves tuition increase, enhancement fee

Spinnaker | May 28, 2010
The Board of Trustees approved an increase in tuition fees Thursday, as well as an academic enhancement fee.
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Ospreys Finish in Fourth: Phelan tied for second.

Spinnaker | May 24, 2010
The Ospreys finished the final round of the NCAA South Central Men's Golf Regional in fourth place while advancing to the 2010 NCAA Men's Golf Championships. Freshman Kevin Phelan finishes tied for second.
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Sharks Down Gladiators: Stay undefeated at home.

Spinnaker | May 24, 2010
The Jacksonville Sharks defeated the Cleveland Gladiators en route to improving to 6-1 and staying undefeated at Sea Best Field in Jacksonville Memorial Arena
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Police Beat May 22

Spinnaker | May 22, 2010
Police Beat April 22 - May 22
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Ospreys Tied for Sixth: Phelan sits in third place tie.

Spinnaker | May 22, 2010
The Ospreys sit in a sixth place tie after day two of the 2010 NCAA South Central Men’s Golf Regional. Phelan drops for a first place tie to a third place tie and sits two stroke back heading in to the final day.
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UNF Golf in the Mix: Ospreys end opening round of NCAA Regionals in third.

Spinnaker | May 20, 2010
UNF Men's Golf finished round one on the NCAA South Central Regional in third place while freshman standout Phelan is tied for first.
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Ospreys fall to Stetson: Last home game for Rhodes and seniors.

Spinnaker | May 17, 2010
Ospreys can't complete sweep of Hatters while Harmon Stadium says goodbye to head coach Dusty Rhodes and 11 seniors.
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UNF baseball wins doubleheader, close in on A-Sun Tournament

Spinnaker | May 15, 2010
The UNF baseball team swept the Stetson Hatters 17-0 and 6-1 in a double header Saturday at Harmon Stadium to clinch a spot to play in the Atlantic Sun Conference tournament.
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Opsreys down Bulls: Hannon finds his bat.

Spinnaker | May 13, 2010
UNF wins highs scoring game with hot bats.
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Police Beat April — May 11

Spinnaker | May 11, 2010

April 8 — Petty Theft (Building A) — UPD reported to Osprey Village in response to a bicycle theft. Student Lauren Katz said she placed her bicycle in the bicycle rack between buildings A and B and...

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McGraw's 'Southern Voice' woos even the least likely of listeners

Spinnaker | May 7, 2010
Tim McGraw and Lady Antebellum put on a boot-stompin', hat-tippin' show at the Veteran's Memorial Arena May 6.
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BOT approves wellness fee increase

Spinnaker | Apr 29, 2010

The UNF Board of Trustees approved a $3 per credit hour increase in student fees that would pay for a new wellness center, April 29 The school had to seek special permission to levy the fee, because a...

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Goodbye Column: Peace, I’m out

Spinnaker | Apr 25, 2010
No matter how hard this school tried to live up to its sobriquet of “U Never Finish,” I’ll be leaving these hollowed halls April 30.
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Swoop Rock Music Festival: Where tools merged to play on fancy equipment undeservingly

Spinnaker | Apr 21, 2010
Student Government does it again! They’ve managed to assemble a bundle of musicians capable of willing me to drill two extremely sharp pencils into each of my ears.
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2010 NFL Draft Predictions: Suh or Bradford for top pick, Jags unlikely to use first-round pick on Tebow

Spinnaker | Apr 21, 2010
Check out these NFL Draft Predictions.
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Women's tennis win A-Sun Championship

Spinnaker | Apr 19, 2010
Women's tennis excels into NCAA Regionals.
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SG Senate Update: Goodbyes, Appointments

Spinnaker | Apr 14, 2010
Student Body President John Barnes and Vice President Mike Saathoff gave thanks for their time in Student Government in the Senate Chambers April 14.
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Editorial: Senate failed to recognize all facts in Richey's ouster

Spinnaker | Apr 14, 2010

In a disgusting display of petty partisan politics unbecoming of student representatives, the remnants of the Red Party railroaded Sen. Erica Richey at the April 7 Student Government Senate meeting. Richey,...

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Editorial: Government should repeal questionable ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ rule

Spinnaker | Apr 14, 2010

US Senators should repeal questionable 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' rule People who believe in and reciprocate one another’s belief in one another constitute a nation. One acknowledges another as...

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Red Team Senators target SG Elections Supervisor, deny her appointment

Spinnaker | Apr 14, 2010

Elections Supervisor Erica Richey was not appointed as senator April 7 after Red Team Party senators questioned whether the elections were conducted fairly. Richey did not run for re-election this spring...

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Photo Gallery: Dr Tyson Neil de Grasse Tyson Lectures at UNF

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
UNF students crowd the basketball arena to see Dr. de Grasse Tyson lecture his titled "Beyond Global: Death BY Black Hole and Other Cosmic Quandaries".
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Board of trustees examines MOCA’s progress

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Almost exactly one year after purchasing the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville downtown, the board of trustees looked at where the museum is now versus where it was.
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Police Beat Hall of Fame Spring 2010

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
The best Police Beats of this semester have been compiled here.
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Civil engineering students take home two bronze trophies from canoe competition in Alabama

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Recently, the American Society of Civil Engineers' Southeast Student Conference saw 28 UNF civil engineering students compete.
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Beef and potatoes: Minus the beef … and the butter … OK, just potatoes

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Our endearing managing editor goes gonzo on what it means to be vegan for 21 days ... can he do it?
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Drag Kings, Queens shake their money makers for charity

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Here's a recap of PRIDE Club's April 8 drag show--where drag queens worked the crowd to Lady GaGa, Rihanna and more.
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Indie chamber musicians mend listeners with the four steps of healing

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Do you like to eat rice? These musicians certainly do too.
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Boxing Club: Putting the cheapest of the cheap bagged wines head-to-head

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Ever wonder what's up with box wine? Don't be ashamed ... read on.
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Top Five Songs Worthy of Taking Up Residency in Your Soul

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
The last Top Five by Beca Grimm ... Ever.
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Track athletes lace up for UNF Osprey Challenge

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
The last chance for both the UNF men's and women's track and field teams to face their big-time rivals at home before the Atlantic Sun Championship arrives Saturday, April 17.
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Dirty Ospreys trek through nature trails to prep for local marathons

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
If you happen to be walking the nature trails around the UNF campus, you might see some animals, you might see other people walking the trails and then you might see some people running through the trails.
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Ospreys secure both heads in games East Tennessee State

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
The UNF Ospreys softball team landed two victories in a doubleheader against East Tennessee State University Saturday, April 10 in its last home games of the season.
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Women’s basketball practices team-building, house-building skills

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Building a house and building a team are two things UNF women’s basketball are familiar with doing. Literally.
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Kevin Phelan strokes up March golfer award from Atlantic Sun, looks for championship

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Recently named the Atlantic Sun Conference's March Golfer of the Month, Kevin Phelan persists on the green as he gears up for the A-Sun Men's Golf Championship slated for April 18-21.
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No Satanic swinging necessary, UNF’s got a death metal society

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
UNF's got a Death Metal Society? Are you ready to get crushed? Yeah you are.
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Seeback takes watercolor strokes all the way across the pond

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Laura Seeback says au revoir to UNF and hello to Provence.
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UNF fined for violating environmental laws

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
The St. Johns River Water Management District fined UNF $2,999 for breaking environmental laws at the GOLFPLEX.
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Grandma’s Buzzworthy Bourbon Slush

Spinnaker | Apr 13, 2010
Recipe Rave! Cool off with this refreshingly spiked fizzy.
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Opinion: A snap to snag, a drag to succeed: Welcome to journalism degrees

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
Get your stuff together, J-schoolers.
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Editorial: Exciting SG elections ring in new era

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
The SG elections are over. The Spinnaker's incisive analysis of what the hell happened.
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Never Shout Never contest

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
Have your chance to score tickets to see Never Shout Never April 17. See how!
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Femidom: Not exactly a monster, just another baby barrier

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
The Spinnaker explores the anomaly known as the female condom, read on ... we know you want to.
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Stocking up on campus unity a la outdoor tuneage

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
UNF takes a stab at creating its own "Woodstock" with a mixing pot of performers April 14.
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Delaney approves UPD Taser use

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
You'll now see UPD officers carrying Tasers around campus. Chief John Dean said they'll only be used in "aggressive" situations.
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Samples, loops and noise: Pouch comforts and disturbs the mind

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
UNF senior Max Wood takes lo-fi into his own hands with Pouch.
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Top Five Songs About Haircuts

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
It's freaking hot and time to shred those locks right off your sweaty little head. Here are some songs to accompany you as you flip through the style books, sit in the chop chair and drive home a changed student--with windows down of course.
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Yellow tops Red in close, record vote; late endorsement from United Ospreys pivotal in win

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
The Yellow Party ticket of Sitou Byll-Cataria and Giovannie Medina won against the Red Team Party and the United Ospreys Party for the 2010-2011 school year.
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Florida universities unite to keep student insurance prices down

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
If it wasn't for the Florida State University System Student Health Insurance Task Force, UNF students could potentially be paying $2,965 rather than $1,105 for the 2011-2012 school year's student insurance.
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Lush citrus-themed film festival oozes animation upon Jacksonville

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
Animation steals the scene April 9-11 at Five Points Theatre with screenings, parties and panels.
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Venture Studies aims to prepare general education students for the job world

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
General education students should get ready for a myriad of new courses that will be available this fall semester.
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‘The Taming of the Shrew’ time warps to the 1950s in UNF production

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
UNF students reinvent Shakespeare's classic comedy, "The Taming of the Shrew" to explore late 1950s gender roles.
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Far away from salmonella, Travis Flack dips himself into albumen

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
UNF photographer Travis Flack uses egg white and multiple theories to marvel the art world one museum at a time.
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Under new management: Electro duo scores at a more sensual sound than one which sells

Spinnaker | Apr 6, 2010
MGMT sends out ambient vibes to the indie clubs in their newest release "Congratulations."
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Two UNF students win national financial competition

Spinnaker | Apr 2, 2010
Two UNF students won the annual Finance Leaders' Conference quiz bowl in Chicago, March 26, besting all other two-person teams. Four students from UNF's Finance and Investment Society attended the conference.
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United Ospreys endorse Yellow Party

Spinnaker | Mar 31, 2010
United Ospreys Presidential Candidate Mike Saathoff showed up on the second day of elections styling a bright yellow polo shirt. This confused a lot of voters, especially those who already voted for United Ospreys.
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Election season heats up in second debate, students pose more questions

Spinnaker | Mar 31, 2010
The second and final scheduled debate between presidential candidates from the Red, Yellow and United Ospreys parties was held March 25 in the UNF ballroom with about 75 people in attendance, most of which were sporting party colors of one hue or another.
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Legislation in preparation stages for non-motorized motorists' safety

Spinnaker | Mar 31, 2010
UNF is making strides to promote better safety standards for students who use non-motorized vehicles (NMV) by proposing various plans, legislation and restrictions for bikers and skaters.
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Florida Falcons defeat Jacksonville Knights at Hodges Stadium

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
Already defeating the Florida Falcons once this season 48-22, the Jacksonville Knights challenged them again at Hodges Stadium March 27 looking forward to another win.
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The Gore Report: Fantasy baseball offers free way to experience the MLB season

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
It's that time of year, with opening day right around the corner, people all over the globe are finalizing their fantasy baseball teams and preparing themselves for the long season ahead.
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Ozzie molts on his experiences as a mascot

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
As far as alter-egos go, a feathery, 7 foot tall Osprey named Ozzie remains Matt Biegun’s.
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Ospreys add a notch to their winning streak with FGCU win

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
ICKER: Softball The UNF women's softball team extended its winning streak to five games after knocking off Florida Gulf Coast twice in a doubleheader March 27.
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Automotive engineers set sights race car construction

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
The president of an engineering club at UNF literally stood up for what he believed. Starting the Society of Automotive Engineers club at UNF and having a goal for the club to build a race car to compete with in a years time.
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Food Court testing Chick-N-Grill for potential replacement of Chef Yan Can Cook

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
The possible elimination of Chef Yan Can Cook from the Student Union Food Court has began with a two-week trial period of a new restaurant -- Chick-N-Grill.
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Faculty Association cancels psychology master’s program

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
Despite argument from the UNF Psychology Department, the UNF Faculty Association voted Feb. 4 to terminate the Master of Arts and Counseling Psychology program, one of only two master's degree programs the department offers.
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Florida senate bill to cut Bright Futures, legislation hopes to save it from burning out

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
The Florida Senate has cleared a bill which would reduce the payout from the Florida Bright Futures scholarship and require more from students initially seeking the scholarship. With state lottery revenue sagging, legislators are looking for ways to preserve Bright Futures without bankrupting it.
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"BEER OF THE WEEK": Smirnoff Ice Strawberry Acai A healthy punch to the liver and gag reflex

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
Enjoy a refreshing twist on boring, gross beer and sip on this frosty sap that will have you face down in minutes.
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Top Five Best Songs Ever

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
Don't let anyone get you down about loving LFO. Just adhere to these tried and true tunes and don't bother with any of the new stuff, mkay?
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Album Review: Justin Bieber revolutionizes pop music with jaw-dropping beats, vocal prowess

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
Don't think twice about adding Justin Bieber to your music library!
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Legs = the new leggings: The strip-down on warm-weather fashion

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
One phase out, one phase in ... simplify your wardrobe, Miss Trendy.
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Stars’ chemistry triumphs in this nostalgic tale of love, leather and life

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
You won't be disappointed with this one. "P.S. I Love You" is the perfect blend of tenderness and clever script.
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How to melt down from meaty to meager immediately

Spinnaker | Mar 30, 2010
Don't listen to well rounded diet tomfoolery, just follow this regimen and be ready for South Beach in no days. Follow at your own risk, of course.
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Election season heats up in second debate

Spinnaker | Mar 28, 2010
The second and final scheduled debate between presidential candidates from the Red, Yellow and United Ospreys parties was held March 25 in the UNF ballroom with about 75 people in attendance, most of which were sporting party colors of one hue or another.
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UNF officially dismisses Giuma

Spinnaker | Mar 24, 2010

UNF Electrical Engineering Professor Tayeb Giuma, who was recently charged with simple battery, was formally dismissed March 24 after the results of a March 15 predetermination conference. UNF Provost...

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Rock the Vote UNF style: Get out, elect future campus shapers

Spinnaker | Mar 24, 2010
The election season is now upon us. No not the federal and state elections held this November, but rather the Student Government spring 2010 general elections, which are equally important — if not more so — in the day-to-day lives of UNF students.
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Universities take advantage of compatibility surveys for dorms

Spinnaker | Mar 24, 2010
Compatibility surveys are used to help students find roommates with similar personality traits at colleges all across the country, but until there are definite statistics that prove these surveys actually work, UNF housing isn’t going to use them.
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Chief Dean: UPD to begin carrying Tasers in the next few weeks

Spinnaker | Mar 24, 2010
The University Police Department will transition to the use of Tasers to further promote safety on campus. UPD Chief John Dean revealed the change at the Safety Council Committee meeting March 22 and said the Tasers act as a “less lethal force option.”
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Fired professor meets with UNF to plea for his job

Spinnaker | Mar 24, 2010
Professor Tayeb Giuma, the electrical engineering professor who was recently fired for various misconduct issues, met with Provost Mark Workman March 15 for a predetermination conference to discuss details surrounding his termination notice.
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Study links low self-esteem with Greek life

Spinnaker | Mar 24, 2010
A recent Chicago study found a link between an increased feeling of self-objectification and participation in the sorority rushing process and Greek life as a whole.
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On-campus bank intends to help students, faculty establish credit

Spinnaker | Mar 24, 2010
Community First Credit Union at the Student Union became a full-service financial institution in fall 2009 and has grown since then, offering students cash handling services, a place to study and new opportunities to establish credit.
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SG Budget gets senate's stamp of approval

Spinnaker | Mar 24, 2010
After a little more than a month of studious and at times contentious debate, the Student Government Senate approved the 2010-2011 fiscal year budget March 22.
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