pets Archives - UNF Spinnaker

Meet the pets of Spinnaker

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director • Apr 27, 2020

Pets can be a wonderful source of comfort, and no one needs comfort more than now during this quarantine. Luckily, many of us at the Spinnaker have furry friends to help us through these difficult times,...

Clutch deals to light up your Fourth of July

Ronnie Rodgers • Jul 2, 2017

With Independence Day approaching, there are many specials going on to celebrate the holiday. Here are some deals to check out this Fourth of July: The Jacksonville Zoo and Garden is offering...

Residents could face $100 charge for not picking up poop at the Flats

Ronnie Rodgers • Sep 22, 2016

Flats residents will face penalties for not disposing of their pet droppings properly starting this semester.

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Numbers alone don’t tell story of sexual assault

Catherine Byerly • Apr 17, 2013

Conversations on sexual ethics are a staple of college campuses. In the ‘70s it was Roe v. Wade. Then it was Sandusky. Today it’s the University of North Carolina. UNC recently joined the conversation...

UNF criminology professor charged with assault

Lydia Moneir • Dec 3, 2012

A UNF professor was arrested early last thursday morning, after having reportedly thrown a woman against a wall, according to the police report. Professor of Criminology Daniel Patrick Pontzer, 37, was then taken to St John's County jail and later charged with battery.

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Police Beat Week of Oct. 16

Olivia Osland • Oct 16, 2012

Police reports for the week include thefts, intoxicated individuals and auto damage.

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With a cute puppy comes great responsibility

Taylor Leckie • Aug 27, 2012

Whether you’re feeling alone in your apartment or still spiteful when you recall all the times your parents said “no” to getting a puppy - at some point or another - getting a pet seems like a good idea. It’s a horrible idea.

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Alleged rape victim speaks out on April battery incident

Maggie Seppi • Jul 9, 2012

Emily, 17, and her parents are unhappy with how long it has taken the state to solve the case. She said she’s scared to leave her house, in case she sees the alleged suspects in public.

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Police Beat, April 11

Maggie Seppi • Apr 18, 2012

April 8 Marijuana Possession (Osprey Cove) - An officer noticed the smell of marijuana emanating from a room. Upon requesting permission to enter, the resident appeared extremely agitated and told the...

UNF study: Jacksonville remains in the running for murder capitol of Florida

Spinnaker • Nov 16, 2011

Jacksonville’s murder rate remains nearly the highest in the state, according to a UNF study.

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Rising Campus Crime Sparks Convo of Safety Among Students

Spinnaker • Nov 16, 2011

Guns, phones and escorts - As campus crime rises, students speak out about their security and how they can protect it.

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Students Mugged on Campus

Spinnaker • Oct 18, 2011

A UNF student just notified the University Police Department of a mugging on campus.

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