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Two campus centers combine into Department of Diversity Initiatives

Two campus centers combine into Department of Diversity Initiatives

Ronnie Rodgers Aug 26, 2016

As of July 1, the Women’s Center and the Intercultural Center for PEACE have merged, creating the Department of Diversity Initiatives.    The reason for the merger was not financially motivated. The...

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To close out the celebration, a lei was garlanded onto the statue of Martin Luther King Jr. in UNF's Peace Plaza.  Photo by Jordan Perez

Children celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream by sharing their own

Jordan Perez Jan 18, 2016
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, UNF's Intercultural Center for Peace held an event centered around promoting literacy and education.
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Dave WhiteWolf, a flutist and historian, was a storyteller during the celebration. Students and others leaned in close to hear Native American tales.

Photo by Rachel Cazares

Intercultural Center for PEACE holds Native American celebration with food, music and stories

Rachel Cazares Oct 8, 2015
The event attempted to remind students and other attendees that the original culture of the Americas is not a thing of the past.
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Students represent for world peace

Rebecca Rodriguez Sep 19, 2013
On Sept. 19, UNF held its third annual International Day of Peace celebration at the Student Union. The main goal through this event was to raise awareness for the need for world peace.
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Environmental artwork on display on Lufrano

Rebecca Rodriguez Aug 28, 2013
Pastel artist Richard Lundgren’s work captures scenes of nature that he sees disappearing as the environment changes. These scenes can now be seen at the Lufrano Intercultural Gallery in an exhibition titled Disappearing Landscapes.
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Spring Break crash leaves one student dead

Lydia Moneir Mar 25, 2013
UNF student Myriam Lahcen was killed in a car crash on March 16 while on Spring Break with friends in Cancun, Mexico.
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Photo Gallery: Native American Celebration

Spinnaker Nov 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

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Celebration gives students a glimpse of Native American culture

Jason Howard Nov 21, 2012

The Grand Entry begins with wafting smoke from burning sage swirling around a dancer wearing his regalia. The smoke purifies, cleanses and aligns her energies as the dance begins. This is the commencement...

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Road to Asia event showcases Asian culture

Noor Ashouri Nov 9, 2012
Through means of dances, songs and instruments, the Road to Asia event Thursday showcased the culture of Asia. The event featured approximately 10 performances derived from Korean, Filipino, Indian, Afghanistan, Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese tradition and culture.
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Panel sparks discussion about challenges and success as a Hispanic woman

Kasandra Ortiz Oct 1, 2012

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, the UNF Women’s Center, Intercultural Center for PEACE, and Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. hosted a discussion led by several Hispanic women...

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Newly renovated gallery opens doors with new exhibit

Zach Sweat Sep 10, 2012
Art and war: The Lufrano Intercultural Gallery hopes to teach Ospreys and the Jacksonville community through the expression of art. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday.
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Student, alumni go on mission to help orphans in Mexico

Hali Harden Apr 8, 2012
A student and two alumni travel to Mexico to volunteer at an orphanage and teach the orphans how to surf.
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