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Ian Gibson, a former guard for the UNF Men's Basketball team, now serves as the Director of Basketball Operations. Photo courtesy of unfospreys.com

UNF alumni spotlight: Ian Gibson

Steven Thompson Oct 28, 2018

One of Ian Gibson’s greatest memories of playing basketball at the University of North Florida is when he traveled to compete against teams he grew up watching on television. He recalls playing in notable...

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The best job search websites

The best job search websites

Cori Santucci May 1, 2018

  Looking for a job or internship can be difficult if one isn’t steered in the right direction. Thanks to the internet, job listings are posted and updated in real time, and a simple search...

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UNF spring alumni can use the Wellness Center until May 31

UNF spring alumni can use the Wellness Center until May 31

Pierce Turner, Features Editor Apr 30, 2018

If you just graduated but plan on using the UNF gym, you might want to workout as much as you can in the next month. Recently graduated alumni can still swipe their way into the gym until May 31,...

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UNF alum opens up about joining the Peace Corps

Sam Chaney Nov 19, 2017

Daniel Woodhouse, a founder of the Kappa Gamma Chapter of Theta Chi, graduated from UNF last year. In June 2017 he joined the Peace Corps and by September he was sent overseas. Today he teaches English...

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Pratt Guys sponsor UNF basketball teams

Ronnie Rodgers Dec 9, 2016

UNF’s basketball team and alumni have come together to form a new sponsorship. The Pratt Guys, local outdoor designers who specialize in pergolas and outdoor kitchens, recently announced a three-year...

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Current players in full gear. Photo by Joslyn Simmons

Lacrosse team hosts Alumni Game

Joslyn Simmons Sep 12, 2016

UNF Lacrosse hosted its inaugural Alumni Game over the weekend on the soccer practice field. Current and former players of the club came out to play against each other. After running into overtime, the...

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Opinion: Busting the ‘best years of our lives’ myth

Cassidy Alexander Sep 10, 2015
The popular phrase "the best four years of your life" is put under the microscope by UNF professors and alumni.
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UNF graduate a contestant on The Bachelor

UNF graduate a contestant on The Bachelor

Avery Harter Jan 6, 2015
On The Bachelor season 19 premiere, UNF alumna Tracy Darakis received a rose from Chris Soules on the first rose ceremony. She and 22 other women made it through from the original group of 30 women at the mansion.
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“Beyond the Degree” depicts the future for art students

Joseph Pike Dec 2, 2014
The “Beyond the Degree” exhibit features work by UNF alumni and coincides with the 10th anniversary of the UNF Art and Design program’s establishment. Because fine art students may wonder, “What do I do next?” Gallery Director Jim Draper said the purpose of the exhibit is to answer questions that current art and design students may have had about post-graduate plans.
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Opinion: UNF student callers work hard, gain results

Opinion: UNF student callers work hard, gain results

Cassidy Alexander Jul 29, 2014
UNF student callers work diligently when they call alumni nightly in order to get donations for the university, which go toward more things than you might expect--financial aid, and other student resources. Compared to other universities of its size, UNF does well with its contributions from alumni.
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UNF alumni playing Jacksonville Jazz Fest

Jocelyn Tolbert May 9, 2013
Two alumni, Lisa Kelly and J.B. Scott, will be hosting the ‘Round Midnight Jazz Jam with the Kelly Scott Quintet at the Jacksonville Landing on May 24 from 9 p.m. to midnight.
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Skydiving event continues to take off

Jason Howard Apr 16, 2013

  Networking has become one of the biggest buzzwords since phones started vibrating on our table tops. There are many ways to network; like luncheons and picnics or dinner parties, but these...

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