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UNF’s Counseling Center: What’s new?

Heydi Ortiz, News Editor Nov 28, 2022

Attending classes, completing midterms and working a full-time or part-time job all while keeping up with family or friends can be potential stressors in one’s life. The University of North Florida’s...

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The entrance to the UNF Counseling Center. The walls are gray and there are silver double doors with large windows, and a sign above the doors reading, "UNF Counseling Center"

The UNF Counseling Center gets a new director

Courtney Green, News Editor Aug 27, 2019

After a brief searching phase that was only in the drafting stages as of late July, Dr. Richmond Wynn has been named the new Director of UNF Counseling Center.  On July 25, it was announced that the...

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The entrance to the UNF Counseling Center. The walls are gray and there are silver double doors with large windows, and a sign above the doors reading, "UNF Counseling Center"

New Counseling Center satellite office on Candy Cane Lake

Morgan Holbrook, Copy Editor Jul 19, 2019

Mental health counseling for students living on campus just got a lot more accessible. During his June 28 report to the Student Senate, Student Government President John Aloszka announced that an additional...

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Lend-A-Wing provides food for student free and anonymously. Photo by Spinnaker Media

UNF amenities incoming freshman should know about

Emma Sheridan and Grace Stoler Jul 18, 2019

Ogier garden The Ogier Garden is tucked away far beyond where many students will venture. It has hammocks, a beautiful view of a large lake and many vegetables ripe for plucking. Students are able to...

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President David Szymanski.

SFAC Committee discusses increasing Counseling Center funds

Alex Del Dago, Student Government Reporter Feb 27, 2019

On Feb. 27, the Student Fee Assessment Committee discussed making cuts and changes to the 2019-2020 Activity and Service (A&S) Fee. According to the UNF website, this committee’s role is to “evaluate...

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The entrance to the UNF Counseling Center. The walls are gray and there are silver double doors with large windows, and a sign above the doors reading, "UNF Counseling Center"

Letter to the Editor: Counseling Center Clarifications

Everett Malcolm, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs Jan 30, 2019

Dear Spinnaker Editor, I would like to take this opportunity to clarify a recent article about the Counseling Center regulating the number of times a student receives individual counseling per semester. ...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

Depression affects 1 in 5 college students worldwide

Johnakeshia Thompson Sep 16, 2018

Mental health concerns are common amongst college students because of stress and other factors. Anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts are some mental health issues that many college students overlook,...

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The entrance to the UNF Counseling Center. The walls are gray and there are silver double doors with large windows, and a sign above the doors reading, "UNF Counseling Center"

UNF Counseling Center accredited by International Association of Counseling Services

Carly Kramer, Video Director Aug 25, 2018

The UNF Counseling Center announced Friday, Aug. 24 via their Facebook page that the International Association of Counseling Services Board of Accreditation approved their application for full-accreditation. “It...

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Courtesy of the Office of the Dean of Students.

Medical Withdrawal: How and why students temporarily leave for medical emergencies

Jessica May Jul 13, 2018

UNF gives students peace of mind when it comes to leaving school for medical emergencies, according to the Office of the Dean of Students. Through the office, students can take themselves out of...

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UNF Counseling Center presents at Board of Trustees Meeting

Cori Santucci Mar 15, 2018

Director of the UNF Counseling Center Andy King gave a presentation to the Board of Trustees on the challenges and plans the Counseling Center will face this year and beyond. The Counseling Center...

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Why is the flag at UNF half-staff?

Alexandra Torres-Perez Feb 15, 2018

Wednesday afternoon a gunman opened fire at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School killing at least 17 people, according to Broward Sheriff Scott Israel.               The...

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Be kind to your mind with Mental Health Awareness Week

Be kind to your mind with Mental Health Awareness Week

Colin McCann Jan 18, 2018

UPDATE: Trivia Night was rescheduled from Tuesday at 6 p.m. to Monday at 6 p.m. Many people, especially students, struggle with mental health on a monthly, weekly, or even daily basis. To help raise...

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