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A preacher on the Green.

Why are preachers on the Green allowed? Campus religious leaders give their take

John Newsom Jan 29, 2019

Campus preachers have become aggressive enough that the UNF Interfaith Center has planned an open forum for students and faculty to discuss the issue. Students and even other campus ministers are reporting...

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Interfaith Center hosts "non-religious at the holidays" discussion

Interfaith Center hosts “non-religious at the holidays” discussion

Steven Thompson Nov 30, 2018

The Interfaith Center at the University of North Florida hosted a coffee and conversation seminar on Tuesday to discuss religious and non-religious perspectives as they pertains to holiday celebrations. Coffee...

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Vigil to be held at UNF following synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh

Vigil to be held at UNF following synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh

Jessica May, Police Reporter Oct 27, 2018

The Jewish community across the United States were shocked to find that eleven people were killed in a mass shooting, and UNF’s Jewish community was no different. The UNF Interfaith Center and the Jewish...

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Photo courtesy of UNF Interfaith Center

The Interfaith Center invites you to “find yourself”

Olivia Hodgson Jan 31, 2018

The Interfaith Center is hosting their annual Interfaith Week next week, which is full of fun events and activities to learn about the various cultures and religions found on campus. The theme of the weeklong...

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Photo by Michael Herrera

10 campus services you should know about

Tierney Harvey Aug 21, 2017

After the lull of a deserted summer campus, fall semester is here, and students are back at UNF. Both new and returning Ospreys should know that campus offers a lot more than classes. Here is a...

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Matt Hartley. Courtesy of Sandy Wilson

New Chaplain for the “Birds of Pray”

Chase Carle Feb 12, 2017

The Interfaith Center on campus is designed to promote cooperation and engagement between students of all religious and nonreligious backgrounds. It also hosts the UNF Campus Chaplain Program, which...

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King tabling for the LGBT Resource Center.  Photo courtesy Danae Leake

Student Fulterius King promotes diversity and inclusion on campus

Tierney Harvey Feb 11, 2016
Fulterius King landed an opportunity to support and advocate for minority populations when he received a National Board of Certified Counselors Minority fellowship last week.
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Noor Inayat KhanPhoto courtesy UNF

Interfaith Center makes history with first of its kind

Kalee Ball Jun 2, 2015
The UNF Interfaith Center awarded the first ever interfaith community service scholarships in the US to two UNF students.
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News in brief: orchestra concert, Distinguished Voices lecture, Interfaith scholarship reception

News in brief: orchestra concert, Distinguished Voices lecture, Interfaith scholarship reception

Spinnaker Apr 20, 2015
On-campus events for this week include an orchestra performance of an all-Russian program and a lecture by Dr. Richard Leakey.
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From left to right: Charles Hack, Dr. Parvez Ahmed and Dr. David Shwam-Baird lead the discussion.Photo by Tarah Trueblood

Coffee and difficult conversation: What would Muhammad do?

Amber Lake Mar 27, 2015
People from differing faith backgrounds gathered to discuss the Charlie Hebdo incident at the Interfaith Center March 25 at an event entitled "Coffee and Conversation."
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Holi moli: UNF spreads love through color

Holi moli: UNF spreads love through color

Danae Leake Mar 9, 2015
Students gathered at Coxwell Amphitheater to celebrate the Holi Festival with color, food and dancing. The annual festival celebrates the spirit of springtime and love.
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UNF requests funds for Student Assembly Center

Carter Roush Apr 17, 2013

UNF requested $5,000,000 for a student assembly center from the state legislature. The university is waiting for the funds to be approved. Everett Malcolm, Associate Vice President of Student Affairs,...

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