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E.l.f cosmetics display in the UNF Bookstore. Photo by Jessica Volz.

College challenge: full face from the Bookstore

Jessica Volz, Reporter Sep 24, 2019

Yes, it’s possible! Students can build a complete beauty arsenal at the UNF Bookstore without breaking the bank. The e.l.f. cosmetic kiosk located near the registers cater to more than just the eyes,...

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Blue, gray, and...green? The UNF Bookstore and sustainable practices

Blue, gray, and…green? The UNF Bookstore and sustainable practices

Courtney Green, News Editor Aug 28, 2019

Have you ever wondered where those old, no-longer-used textbooks go after you drop them in the donation box outside of the UNF Bookstore? Maybe you’ve never even noticed the donation box or you’ve...

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Courtesy of Sonya Mongar's Facebook page.

UNF alumna returning to campus for book signing

Steven Thompson Oct 10, 2018

A reading and book signing by UNF journalism alumna Sonja Mongar will be held at the UNF Bookstore on Wednesday, Oct. 10 from 1 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. “Two Spoons of Bitter” is Mongar’s newest...

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Courtesy of the official "Critical Fit" website.

UNF Bookstore to host lecture and book signing

Steven Thompson Sep 6, 2018

A book lecture and signing by current and previous ospreys will be held at the UNF Bookstore on Thursday, Sept. 6 at 6 p.m. “Critical Fit” and “The Last Dragoons of Aurok” are the topic...

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Graphic by Rachelle Keller

Police Beat: Suspicious bag and a stolen sign

Cori Santucci May 20, 2018

Pack your bags Officials met with the manager of the UNF Bookstore after receiving reports of a suspicious man with a large backpack in the store on Wednesday, May 16. According to the police...

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The incident occurred in the Thomas G. Carpenter parking lot.  Photo by Keri Weiland

Thanksgiving hours on campus

Carly Kramer Nov 21, 2017

Due to Thanksgiving, spots on campus will have adjusted hours of operation. These updates are courtesy of UNF ECommunications.   Dining Services Osprey Cafe: Open Wednesday, Nov. 22...

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The Bookstore shaving a large sale on apparel .Photo by Valeree Del Guidice

Diploma frames, iPads and more included in UNF Bookstore sale

Valeree Del Guidice Nov 14, 2017

Diploma frames, iPads and more included in the Bookstore sale today and tomorrow, Nov. 14 and Nov. 15. All winter clothing is 25 percent off so now’s the time to bundle up. Additionally, all...

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Photo by Valeree Del Guidice

The unique way “A Home for Ozzie’s” proceeds helps UNF

Valeree Del Guidice Nov 14, 2017

A Home for Ozzie is a fun and educational picture book written for young children, but it also benefits UNF’s campus. Written by UNF’s own Amy Costa, assistant director for Eco Adventure, and Jake...

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Photo by Spinnaker Media

What’s open during intersession

Hannah Lee May 1, 2017

Coming back to campus after finals? Here’s what’s open during Intersession until May 9. Dining: Most dining locations will be closed from April 29 until May 9, such as Chick-Fil-A.  Einstein Bagels...

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Police Beat: slashed, stolen and forged

Police Beat: slashed, stolen and forged

Logan Ansteatt Oct 1, 2016

Cashing In A UNF Bookstore employee used a customer’s Osprey 1 card to make purchases for himself. The police report states that an officer arrived at the bookstore on Sept. 27 in relation to a...

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Photo by Camille Shaw

Police Beat: Man caught on camera stealing calculators from bookstore

Patrick Lloyd Feb 20, 2015
A man stole three Texas Instruments TI-84 calculators from the UNF Bookstore valued at $389.97, qualifying the incident as grand theft.
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Stolen books resold to Follet, classroom ransacked, marijuana arrest, and more

Saphara Harrell Apr 14, 2014
Three suspects have been stealing from the Bookstore and reselling the books to other Follet branches, a student living on campus was arrested for marijuana possession, and a fire extinguisher was discharged in an Honors classroom.
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