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UNF graduate hired for secret position at Google

Spinnaker • February 23, 2013

By Chris Jones, contributing reporter Jennifer Hermening was about to leave her house one morning in November for a job interview when she checked her email and saw a something she would have never...

Mo’ Money Mo’ Problems: cuts all around for the Activity and Service Fee budget, Spinnaker Editorial of Feb. 13

Spinnaker • February 15, 2013

The Spinnaker discusses the handling of, and recent alterations to, UNF's Activity and Service Fee budget, and how campus organizations are affected.

Alphabet Soup: The Greek alphabet is getting wet at UNF. Spinnaker Editorial of Feb. 6

Spinnaker • February 7, 2013

Do you take issue with a certain university organization? Great! But please, find a more tasteful and productive way to express yourself than muscling wooden letters into a lake.

Kill the Bill: Spinnaker Editorial of Jan. 30

Spinnaker • January 30, 2013

A bill is waiting on President Carlo Fassi’s desk for his signature of approval.The senate passed it with 36 “yes” and seven “no” votes Monday night. Within the bill, there’s a section...

If you get the flu this season, stay home: Spinnaker Editorial of Jan. 23

Spinnaker • January 24, 2013

The Spinnaker discusses the current flu outbreak and certain precautions we can take to keep it from spreading more than it has.

Spinnaker Editorial of Jan. 16 — Buy up those “UNF football: still undefeated” shirts while you can

Spinnaker • January 17, 2013

The Spinnaker explores the likely impacts the implementation of a football team would have on other university programs and initiatives.

A Spinnaker Editorial, Moving Forward: UNF lost sophomore Dara Kusiv over the break in a New Year’s Day crash.

Spinnaker • January 12, 2013

An accident on New Year's Day took a student's life. Such tragedy can shake our lives into perspective and help us appreciate our opportunity to live.

Men’s basketball gets mauled by the Bears

Spinnaker • January 11, 2013

Freshman guard Ray Rodriguez scored a team and career high 11 points, and was the only player in double digits. Senior Andy Diaz scored his 1000th career point, chipping in 5 points off the bench.

Photo Gallery: Native American Celebration

Spinnaker • November 21, 2012

The UNF Intercultural Center for PEACE hosted a Native American Celebration on the Green Nov. 17. Photos by Sean Patterson and Connor Spielmaker

Photo Gallery: Fall Festival

Spinnaker • November 20, 2012

That wasn't just goose poop passers-by were smelling Nov. 17 at the student union. Osprey Productions and the UNF Organic Garden teamed up to host the first Fall Harvest Festival, the main draw of...

Students may see only 1 fee increase in 2013-14

Spinnaker • November 19, 2012

Three campus entities sought fee increases for next year. One requested an fee be instated, and three said the money the current fee gives them will be enough in 2013-14.

DRC kicks off fee at 40 cents; UNF Athletics requests $1.77 increase

Spinnaker • November 8, 2012

The UNF Student Fee Assessment Committee will recommend all fee proposals for fiscal year 2014 to UNF President John Delaney after it fully hears all requests.

CNN projects Obama to be re-elected

Spinnaker • November 7, 2012

CNN just called the election in favor of President Barack Obama after major swing states Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota and New Mexico leaned toward Obama.

A&S fee could remain the same in 2013-14

Spinnaker • November 1, 2012

Should the UNF Board of Trustees approve the 2013-14 budget without the increase in the A&S fee, the fee would remain $14.47.

UNF Brooks College of Health launches living learning community

Spinnaker • October 31, 2012

The UNF Brooks College of Health recently introduced a living learning community in the Brooks College of Health, which aims to unite students interested in pursuing health majors and/or considering a career in a health-related field.

Column: On why I am the 20 percent

Spinnaker • October 24, 2012

Enterprise Editor Ryan Thompson says while the newness of Student Government’s ability to use the fees students have to pay in order for their classes to count mixes well with that 1972 bottle of house wine, the importance of SG's ability to allocate responsibly remains extant.

DRC seeks $90,000 to cover expected deficit

Spinnaker • October 4, 2012

The UNF Student Fee Assessment Committee passed a motion today that could help the UNF Disability Resource Center use a potential reserve fund from the health fee to assist students, when funds deplete before semesters' end. The health fee currently covers medical services, UNF Health Promotion, medical compliance and the UNF Counseling Center.

UNF student helps out at the Republican National Convention

Spinnaker • September 12, 2012

As one of the few UNF students given the chance to attend the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Brendan Quinn, a political science junior, got an inside look at the convention and political system.

Column: In Panama, time floats on

Spinnaker • September 11, 2012

Panama’s Pacific coast is a place no one really hears about or travels to.

Letter to the editor of the Spinnaker from VP of Student Affairs Mauricio Gonzalez

Spinnaker • September 5, 2012

In the last year and a half, several students have contacted police to report a crime only to later admit the story was fabricated. The most recent case involved a student who claimed she was sexually assaulted at the new Student Wellness Complex.

Men’s Soccer win one, lose another during opening home stand

Spinnaker • August 27, 2012

The Ospreys (1-1) won their opening game Fri. Aug 24 against Sienna 4-2 in a shootout during the first ever Mike Gibbs Memorial Tournament. Last season North Florida was only able to conjure up a single victory to accompany their 15 losses. A record attendance of 1,056 fans watched the opening game and cheered the Ospreys to their first home win under Head Coach Derek Marinatos, who’s in his second season leading the team.

Updates from Aug. 20 Senate meeting

Spinnaker • August 21, 2012

Senate sees plans for new clubhouse on campus Student Body Vice President Mike Naughton announced a clubhouse and pool deck on campus that is in partnership with Student Affairs and Student Government.

Mediated gossip only OK in Missy Elliot song titles

Spinnaker • August 3, 2012

In times when people around the world want to talk about superficial happenings than instigate intelligent discussion, Gawker is king. The website, billed as a gossip website for Manhattan’s elite, relies on salacious stories to draw in readers.

My (unusual) summer in Aleppo, Syria

Spinnaker • July 13, 2012

I have been traveling to Syria for almost 20 years. Year by year, Syria always remains the same: a family-oriented, safe, caring and friendly environment. However, my most recent trip to the country this summer was something no amount of news stations, articles, and gossip could prepare me for.

The future of the downtown Jacksonville desert

Spinnaker • June 28, 2012

Among one of the eight wonders of Northeast Florida to behold, the Downtown Jacksonville Desert is the most magnificent. In its highest glory, the desert gifts Jacksonville desert-walkers with flurries...

UNF to not appeal 13 percent tuition increase

Spinnaker • June 22, 2012

UNF will not appeal the decision by the Board of Governors to approve a 13 percent tuition increase after the university requested a 15 percent increase to tuition. “We appreciate the work of the...

Social bread-breaking may see hotter future

Spinnaker • June 15, 2012

If a server drops a be-careful-it’s-hot plate of food in front of my grumbling stomach before I have the chance to whip out my iPhone, I’m doing it wrong. Once my — as of late — meatless dish...

Letter to the editor: A campus with guns is safer than one without guns

Spinnaker • April 24, 2012

I was not surprised to see the Spinnaker run another anti-self-defense/anti-second amendment article following the death of Trayvon Martin. The public still does not know the true details surrounding...

Osprey Radio Presents: Suntier Music Festival!

Spinnaker • April 19, 2012

Suntier Music Festival, Saturday, April 21 in the Student Union ballrooms (58W / RM 2703)! The show begins at 3 PM, hope to see you there.

Osprey Radio Top 30

Spinnaker • April 18, 2012

Top 30 for the week of 4/15

UNF students paddle their way up the St. Johns River

Spinnaker • April 18, 2012

By: Sarah Brown, Contributing Writer UNF students Ryan Barber and Ty Miller will be traveling 310 miles up the longest Florida river on stand-up paddle boards. They hope their endeavor will draw...

Osprey Radio Top 30 April 11

Spinnaker • April 11, 2012

Top 30 for the week of 4/8

UNF poll reveals tie between Obama, Romney

Spinnaker • April 10, 2012

UNF Assistant Professor of Political Science Dr. Michael Binder and Chair of the Department Political Science Dr. Matthew Corrigan, as well as approximately 180 UNF political science students conducted...

Osprey Radio Top 30

Spinnaker • April 5, 2012

Osprey Radio Top 30 for the week of 4/1

Osprey Radio Top 30

Spinnaker • March 27, 2012

Osprey Radio top 30 for 3/26

Osprey Radio Top 30

Spinnaker • March 22, 2012

Top 30 for the week of 3/19

It’ll last longer

Spinnaker • March 21, 2012

Student Instagram users share their stories of -- and their photos from -- the popular free iPhone app.

Osprey Radio Top 30

Spinnaker • March 13, 2012

Osprey Radio Top 30 for the week of 3/11

Concert Review – Of Montreal

Spinnaker • March 13, 2012

Of Montreal Concert Review

How the U.S. News & World Report ranks colleges in the US, southern regions

Spinnaker • March 7, 2012

UNF staff, U.S. News & World Report research data director respond to rankings’ perceptions

Across campus, one man’s trash is turning into another man’s treasure…

Spinnaker • March 7, 2012

By: Arielle Pompilius, Copy Editor Every spring, more than 600 colleges and universities across the U.S. and Canada compete to win a trophy made out of recycled trash. The Recyclemania...

Women’s basketball heads to Macon on a hot streak

Spinnaker • March 2, 2012

The Ospreys picked up the pace at the end of the season, now heading into the tournament looking for an upset.

Men’s golf team host’s invitational, finishes third

Spinnaker • March 2, 2012

UNF's nationally ranked No.13 team trekked to Ponte Vedra for the John Hayt Collegiate Invitational. Read on for details.

Men’s tennis prepares for the Rattlers

Spinnaker • March 2, 2012

The Ospreys look to bounce back against Florida A&M University after two in-state losses.

Men’s basketball finishes the regular season reaching many milestones while gaining a tournament berth

Spinnaker • March 2, 2012

Men’s basketball finishes a season on a high note but starts tournament against a team that swept the season series.

Rugby continues fight for national championship

Spinnaker • March 2, 2012

Using the slogan ‘ruck em’ up,’ UNF rugby heads out of the state of Florida undefeated and now will head to Mobile, Ala., for the South Championships.

UNF softball hosts home tournament after three weeks on the road

Spinnaker • March 2, 2012

UNF softball looks to continue hot start as the team travels to Georgia Southern to play in the Eagle Classic.

Letter to the Editorial Board: Abortion

Spinnaker • March 2, 2012

An organizer of the Genocide Awareness Project's abortion display responds to the editorial.

ETSU ends UNF’s season in closely-contested contest

Spinnaker • March 1, 2012

A last second heave didn’t fall for Parker Smith, and East Tennessee State held off UNF 68-66 to end the Ospreys’ season in the first round of the Atlantic Sun Tournament March 1.

Pew Research study reveals high unemployment rate for young adults

Spinnaker • March 1, 2012

In spite of record high numbers, optimism remains intact.

Deadbirds look to finish season unscathed

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

UNF rugby fights for perfection in its first season of Division III play.

After double header split, softball travels to Eagle Classic

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

UNF softball will next be seen on-field in Georgia where they face stiff competition.

New student group hopes to bring loyalty to UNF sports

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

The athletics department looks to bring in fan support at UNF sports games with new student group.

Women’s basketball faces cross-town rival in final game

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

The River City Rumble will show what the Ospreys are made of as they take on the JU Dolphins February 25.

Baseball hits the road after losing home series

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

UNF Baseball drops to Southern Illinois University and will soon face the undefeated USF Bulls.

Sports in Brief, Feb. 22

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

Check out the latest in UNF sports, from skating to swimming.

Triumphs in the Nest

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

The Ospreys finish their last home regular season weekend breaking records.

Lacrosse still looking for its first win of the season

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

By: Zach Morgan, Contributing Writer UNF lacrosse returns to the field Feb. 25 for a divisional matchup against Georgia Southern. With only three divisional games remaining, this...

Letter to a columnist: GPA lowering justified

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

A UNF SG Senator replies to Roderick Williams, who took part in a discourse regarding the GPA requirements for SG. Read on to see his take.

Introducing a new way to tune in – Osprey Radio Mobile

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

Osprey Radio is pleased to offer Mobile streaming on a majority of mobile platforms. To use the new service, just go to http://m.ospreyradio.com in your mobile phone browser.

Osprey Radio Top 30

Spinnaker • February 22, 2012

Osprey Radio top 30 for the week of 2/20

Smith scores 46 points en route to Osprey win

Spinnaker • February 21, 2012

By: Jordan Harirchi, Assistant Sports Editor Parker Smith tied the record for the Atlantic Sun inter-conference game with 46, leading the Ospreys to a victory in their final home game of the...

Traveling in state, softball tries to continue success

Spinnaker • February 20, 2012

Softball’s bats heat up in its first tournament of the year. Team looks to continue strong start in double-header.

Women’s basketball has 3 games left to earn top spot

Spinnaker • February 20, 2012

With hot shooting in its last game, women’s basketball looks to hit a hot streak just before heading into the tournament.

Lacrosse hits the road in search of first win

Spinnaker • February 20, 2012

Lacrosse continues to have problems finding the net and must turn things around in a hurry.

Opponents bird-handled Ospreys this weekend

Spinnaker • February 20, 2012

Men’s basketball has to regain its footing in the conference standings after slipping up over the weekend.

Baseball is prepared to hit the field, prove the doubters wrong

Spinnaker • February 20, 2012

By: Jordan Harirchi, Assistant Sports Editor UNF’s baseball team started its season with a lot to prove, and expectations for the team, ranked No. 130 this year in Division I baseball by the NCAA,...