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The Thomas G. Carpenter library.  Photo by Colin McCann

You can go to the library to … relax?

Victoria Reed May 10, 2019

The River of Knowledge Garden located in front of  UNF’s Library is a reflexology sensation path where students and faculty can enjoy a foot massage and improve overall health, according to the signage. The...

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"Blind Date with a Book" at the Thomas G. Carpenter Library. Photo courtesy of the Thomas G. Carpenter Twitter (@unflibrary)

Blind Date with a Book: An early Valentine’s and love letter to literature

Paolo Cesar Feb 2, 2019

In celebration of books and an early Valentine’s Day, the Carpenter Library is holding its fifth Blind Date with a Book event from Feb. 1 through Feb. 14, giving students a chance to step back and relax...

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Library hosting book sale, all items under $5

Library hosting book sale, all items under $5

Samantha Chaney Oct 11, 2017

The Thomas G. Carpenter Library will be hosting a book sale on Thursday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the first floor in order to raise funds for new library materials. The items for sale include...

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Students subdued at library election party

Students subdued at library election party

Logan Ansteatt Nov 9, 2016

University of North Florida students attending the Thomas G. Carpenter library’s election watch party were visibly anxious as election results rolled in. As Florida’s vote continued to flip back...

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The library is handing out buttons supporting individuals right to read. Photo by Hannah Lee

Library plans several events during Banned Books week

Hannah Lee Sep 20, 2016

The Thomas G. Carpenter Library is celebrating banned books throughout the month of September and recognizing the 1st Amendment. This is the second year that the library will host events in honor of...

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Photo by Ronnie Rodgers

Finding freebies on campus

Ronnie Rodgers Sep 19, 2016

As a college student, is there anything more appealing than free stuff? Here’s a list of the best services and products UNF provides: Necessities- Lend-A-Wing Pantry gives out everything from peanut...

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

Thomas G. Carpenter: Carving the Values of a University

Danae Leake Jul 22, 2016

Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter was the head honcho that led the university from its fledgeling launch and founding to overseeing some of the first constructions on the—at the time—wild, undeveloped land....

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Chargers for many types of phones can be checked out from the front desk  Photo by  Alek Borjas

Tommy G now lending phone chargers

Tiffany Butler Feb 24, 2016
Phone chargers can be checked out for a few hours from the front desk.
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Carpenter library awarded for providing Deaf Education materials

Carter Roush Oct 2, 2013
Publishing these videos online has connected UNF to the deaf community in a way that we probably could not have done in a pre-digital age, Jeffery Bowen, director of technical services, said.
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Giant duck

Sarah Ricevuto Apr 2, 2013
The pond by the library has a new resident -- giant yellow duck.
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Foot groper identified, warned

Carter Roush Mar 4, 2013
On March 1, UPD identified a suspect who reportedly groped two women's feet in the library on separate occasions.
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UNF employee dedicates third floor Library study room in student’s memory

Spinnaker Jan 12, 2011
Study room dedicated to late student: Read how Kristin Magdelein left a lasting impression on her family, friends and UNF.
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