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Feb 28, 2020

We all know how stressful finding the right roommates and your home away from home can be, especially when you live on campus and have to juggle classwork. Well students, fear not! The University of...

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UNF implements new automated key access system at the Osprey Fountains

Steven Thompson Aug 27, 2018

New automated key access system locks were installed this summer at the Osprey Fountains. UNF's goal in 2014 was reportedly to replace its existing dorm access keys, seeing as changing and reprogramming...

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New dorm key system undergoing negotiations

Kalee Ball Feb 5, 2015
Housing and Residence life is looking to replace the Intellikey system with new locks in the dorms. The locks might begin to change as soon as this summer.
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Gender-neutral housing coming to UNF

Cassidy Alexander Jan 22, 2015
Housing and Residence Life is now offering gender-neutral housing at UNF. There will be a Living Learning Community in the Osprey Fountains that is gender-neutral and also for supporters of the LGBT community.
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Do’s and Don’ts of being a good roommate

Clark Aug 18, 2014
Having roommates can sometimes be difficult--you might not get along, or you might run into other issues. No matter what, you will most likely have to live with your roommates for a while. Here are a few general guidelines to assist you in your roommate endeavors.
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Rising housing rates

Danae Leake Nov 26, 2013
Housing rates may increase for the 2014-2015 semester.
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Power goes out in the Fountains

Carter Roush Nov 5, 2013
The power went out in the Fountains Nov. 4 and no one knows why.
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Alcohol nutrition

Noor Ashouri Sep 11, 2013
A temporary law allows, but doesn't require, alcohol companies to provide nutritional labels on their products.
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Get to know your Boathouse bartenders

Jason Howard Nov 27, 2012

UNF’s Boathouse has been serving fries, shakes and beer since 2009 in the Student Union. Recently, the Boathouse acquired a liquor license which, according to their bartenders, has seen both shaken and...

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Ozzie’s Oktoberfest draws crowds for first event held in decades

Jason Howard Oct 21, 2012

By Jason Howard, Staff Reporter An estimated 1,000-1,200 students came out to Ozzie’s Oktoberfest Oct. 20 to celebrate beer, food, and music and the revamping of a longtime tradition that UNF...

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Campus prepares for an influx of freshmen residents

Ava Rivera Aug 1, 2012
Incoming freshmen are now required to stay on-campus, but students can put in an appeal to live off-campus if they have financial issues or are over the age of 21, said Dei Allard, interim director of residence life. Freshmen who lived on campus during the summer sessions took advantage of the activities and events offered through Osprey Productions and Housing.
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I hate/love Valentine’s Day

Katie Gile Feb 11, 2012
When their life refuses to be a rom com, girls should try these tips in lieu of a nervous breakdown.
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