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Netflix's 'Unbelieveable' tells a story that hits home for many victims

Netflix’s ‘Unbelieveable’ tells a story that hits home for many victims

Kaitlyn Bowers, Video Director Oct 14, 2019

Content Warning: This article contains references to sexual assault.  The March night in Lynnwood, Washington felt like any other. A young woman, new to living on her own, falls asleep while talking...

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The Women's Center.Photo by Bronwyn Knight

UNF Women’s Center speaks on DIY rape kits

Rachel Tucker, Reporter Oct 4, 2019

By now, you might have heard of these so-called “DIY rape kits” and wondered what that phrase even means, the legality of the products, and what advocacy groups think about it. These kits are marketed...

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Taking Back The Night

Taking Back The Night

Cara Jackson Apr 5, 2019

On Wednesday night, over 60 students gathered on campus to bring awareness to domestic violence at the ninth annual “Take Back The Night” event. Hosted by the UNF Women’s Center and Alpha Chi Omega,...

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Courtesy of the UNF Women's Center.

“Take Back the Night” postponed due to Hurricane Michael

Sarah Bethea Oct 10, 2018

The UNF Women’s Center sent out a notice this afternoon stating that the 10th annual “Take Back the Night,” originally planned for 7:30 p.m. this evening, has been postponed due to inclement...

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Graphic by Sam Chaney

UNF Women’s Center holds a panel discussing women in leadership positions

Johnakeshia Thompson Sep 19, 2018

Three women from three different backgrounds addressed issues that women face in the workplace at the Women’s Center panel Tuesday, Sept. 18. This event was organized by Joanna Young. The panelists...

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The Women's Center.Photo by Bronwyn Knight

UNF supports National Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Angie Villada Mar 28, 2018

***CORRECTION: A previous version of this article stated Take Back The Night would take place on April 5, 2018. That is not correct.The event is typically held in August.  It also stated "Walk in a Women's...

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Some players from the Washington Redskins kneel during the national anthem. Photo courtesy Creative Commons

Let’s talk about it: Patriotism in the NFL

Jas Chung-Campbell Oct 31, 2017

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fUTX-lqnoc&feature=youtu.be Students and faculty gathered in the Women’s Center for "Let’s Talk About It… Patriotism and the NFL", a discussion hosted by the...

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#MeToo shows sexual assault and harassment victims that they aren’t alone

Carly Kramer Oct 23, 2017

The empowering hashtag "MeToo" has recently taken the internet by storm. Victims and allies are striving to break the silence of sexual assault and harassment by sharing their stories on social media.  By...

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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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Students watching and asking questions. Photo by Marielisa Martinez

Black Men of Influence inspires students at UNF to become leaders

Marielisa Martinez Feb 3, 2017

Three African-American leaders talked with UNF students about the benefits of mentoring in overall education and the effect of slavery in black’s people development. “Mentoring doesn't always have...

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 Graphic by Ben Cross

The Week Ahead: Sept. 12-Sept. 18

Nick Blank Sep 12, 2016

  Monday Sept. 12 Bystander Intervention Launch Party When: 5:00 p.m - 6:30 p.m Where: Student Union, Building 58W The Women’s Center presents a film produced by UNF students raising awareness...

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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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