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Early signing period ‘24: Local athletes make college decisions official
Read full article: Early signing period ‘24: Local athletes make college decisions officialWednesday marks the first day of the early signing period where high school athletes in all sports but football can sign national letters of intent to make their college decision official. Here are athletes who are signing today. This list will be updated throughout the early period which ends Nov. 20.
Can UNF basketball team continue amazing start against another unbeaten on Tuesday night?
Read full article: Can UNF basketball team continue amazing start against another unbeaten on Tuesday night?The University of North Florida men’s basketball team is out to the best start in program history. Can the Ospreys keep it going against another big time opponent on Tuesday night?
UNF hosts Cold Case Symposium to bring nationwide attention to unsolved cases
Read full article: UNF hosts Cold Case Symposium to bring nationwide attention to unsolved casesThe University of North Florida will host the 2024 Cold Case Symposium this Tuesday and Wednesday with local nonprofit Project: Cold Case.
Florida Poll: Senate race, Amendment 4 narrowly contested while Trump holds double-digit lead over Harris
Read full article: Florida Poll: Senate race, Amendment 4 narrowly contested while Trump holds double-digit lead over HarrisA new poll from the University of North Florida’s Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) shows former President Donald Trump 10 percentage points ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris.
‘Fight, fight, fight’: Local nonprofit hosts 5K at UNF to give children a chance to dream
Read full article: ‘Fight, fight, fight’: Local nonprofit hosts 5K at UNF to give children a chance to dreamThousands gathered at the University of North Florida on Saturday to get moving. Runners, walkers and rollers hit the course as a part of the 7th annual Dreams Come True 5K.
UNF administrators proposing new rules for on-campus protests following arrests at pro-Palestine rally
Read full article: UNF administrators proposing new rules for on-campus protests following arrests at pro-Palestine rallyUniversity of North Florida administrators are proposing new rules for on-campus protests.
UNF Archaeology team digging at the Timucuan Preserve to learn more about Indigenous people living there 1,000 years ago
Read full article: UNF Archaeology team digging at the Timucuan Preserve to learn more about Indigenous people living there 1,000 years agoMore than 20 University of North Florida archaeology students are spending their summer digging deep in the dirt at Cedar Point North within the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.
UNF launching new bachelor’s and master’s programs in ‘Fintech’ in Fall 2024
Read full article: UNF launching new bachelor’s and master’s programs in ‘Fintech’ in Fall 2024There is a critical need right now for more workers in the financial tech industry in Jacksonville, and that's why a local university is launching two new programs to help companies find talent.
8 students, 8 other adults arrested by university police at UNF pro-Palestine protest, school says
Read full article: 8 students, 8 other adults arrested by university police at UNF pro-Palestine protest, school saysThe University of North Florida said university police officers arrested a total of 16 people Thursday night after they refused to leave campus during a pro-Palestine rally.
No sign of protesters at UNF graduation ceremonies after students arrested on campus Thursday
Read full article: No sign of protesters at UNF graduation ceremonies after students arrested on campus ThursdayAs pro-Palestine protests continue on college campuses across the country, Friday is graduation day in Florida for students at the University of Florida, Florida State University and the University of North Florida.
JSO escorts pro-Palestine protestors off UNF campus on Thursday
Read full article: JSO escorts pro-Palestine protestors off UNF campus on ThursdayPolice are responding to a Thursday night protest at the University of North Florida. This comes as tensions across the nation are growing at college campuses with some protests turning violent because of the Israel-Hamas war.
‘I think it’s a travesty’: UNF students left wondering what’s next after DEI programs cut
Read full article: ‘I think it’s a travesty’: UNF students left wondering what’s next after DEI programs cutThe University of North Florida’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion shut down to comply with state laws prohibiting state colleges from using public funds for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
UNF diversity office shuts down, closes LGBTQ, Interfaith, Intercultural and Women’s centers
Read full article: UNF diversity office shuts down, closes LGBTQ, Interfaith, Intercultural and Women’s centersThe University of North Florida’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion shut down Wednesday, along with several campus programs, to comply with a new state law.
Guns N’ Hoses Fight Night: Local charities will be real winners as police & firefighters box for bragging rights
Read full article: Guns N’ Hoses Fight Night: Local charities will be real winners as police & firefighters box for bragging rightsPolice officers and firefighters from around Jacksonville and throughout Florida will trade their badges and helmets for boxing gloves this weekend.
UNF students say they hope people get ‘renewed interest in science’ as they prepare for eclipse watch party
Read full article: UNF students say they hope people get ‘renewed interest in science’ as they prepare for eclipse watch partyThere are many events lined up in Northeast Florida to view the solar eclipse Monday afternoon, and one of them will be on the campus of the University of North Florida.
LIVE: Local, national leaders speak at Generation W event at UNF
Read full article: LIVE: Local, national leaders speak at Generation W event at UNFIndustry and Jacksonville community leaders are set to speak Friday afternoon on the campus of the University of North Florida during Generation W’s “Believe” summit.
NAACP is asking student athletes to avoid attending schools in Florida
Read full article: NAACP is asking student athletes to avoid attending schools in FloridaThe NAACP is asking student athletes to boycott Florida. This request comes after the state required all public universities to ban or eliminate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) curriculums.
Fresh Finds: How Meals on Wings is giving food insecure seniors healthier options
Read full article: Fresh Finds: How Meals on Wings is giving food insecure seniors healthier optionsMeals on Wings, a meal program at the University of North Florida, collaborates with the Blue Zones Project to raise awareness about just how common it is to be food and nutrient insecure.
UNF prepares to close several on campus centers linked to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Read full article: UNF prepares to close several on campus centers linked to Diversity, Equity and InclusionThe University of North Florida is set to close several on campus centers – after a decision by the Florida Board of Governors – that ends the use of public money towards Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives on campus. This will affect the Women’s Center, the LGBTQ Center, and the Intercultural and Interfaith Center.
TELL US: What do you think about colleges and universities closing their DEI offices?
Read full article: TELL US: What do you think about colleges and universities closing their DEI offices?Offices of diversity, equity and inclusion are closing on college campuses after Senate Bill 266 passed last year. The bill prevents Florida's public colleges and universities from spending any state or federal funding on DEI programs.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - UNF collabs with Johnson & Johnson to advance manufacturing engineering
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - UNF collabs with Johnson & Johnson to advance manufacturing engineeringThe University of North Florida’s School of Engineering received another boost from a major company located in Jacksonville. The expanding partnership continues a years-long relationship between Johnson & Johnson and UNF.
Florida university board ruling causes UNF to phase out DEI programs including 18-year-old LGBTQ Center
Read full article: Florida university board ruling causes UNF to phase out DEI programs including 18-year-old LGBTQ CenterStudents at the University of North Florida (UNF) rallied on campus Wednesday to show support for the university’s LGBTQ+ Center.
‘100 Black Men of Jacksonville’ to host scholarship fair at DuPont Center on Saturday
Read full article: ‘100 Black Men of Jacksonville’ to host scholarship fair at DuPont Center on SaturdayThe 100 Black Men of Jacksonville (J100) will host their 2024 Infinite Scholars Scholarship Fair on Saturday at the Jessie Ball DuPont Center from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., according to a release.
UNF is prioritizing first-years and rising sophomores for on-campus housing. What the new changes mean for upperclassmen
Read full article: UNF is prioritizing first-years and rising sophomores for on-campus housing. What the new changes mean for upperclassmenThe Office of Housing and Residence Life is changing how students will apply for housing for the upcoming Fall 2024 semester by giving underclassmen priority placement.
‘Still have much work to do’: National service sorority celebrates 111 years of existence with event at UNF
Read full article: ‘Still have much work to do’: National service sorority celebrates 111 years of existence with event at UNFOne of the oldest Black sororities in the world celebrated 111 years of existence with an event held by the organization’s chapter at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville.
UNF receives U.S. patent for ride-on mobility device to help kids with disabilities
Read full article: UNF receives U.S. patent for ride-on mobility device to help kids with disabilitiesDr. Juan Aceros, a University of North Florida engineering associate professor, has been granted two new U.S. patents that have the potential to help thousands of children with disabilities attain a higher degree of freedom and comfort over traditional mobility devices, such as wheelchairs, UNF announced on Thursday.
Report: UNF never told student the man deemed responsible for their sexual assault wasn’t included on graduation program
Read full article: Report: UNF never told student the man deemed responsible for their sexual assault wasn’t included on graduation programA University of North Florida student who was sexually assaulted will graduate Friday alongside the man they say assaulted them in their dorm room two years ago, UNF Spinnaker reported.
TELL US: Has anything changed your mind about a Republican presidential candidate after the debate?
Read full article: TELL US: Has anything changed your mind about a Republican presidential candidate after the debate?The shrinking field of Republican presidential hopefuls is gathering on a debate stage for the fourth time this year.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - UNF study reveals big economic impact for Northeast Florida
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - UNF study reveals big economic impact for Northeast FloridaThe University of North Florida makes a difference and makes an impact. At least that’s what an FY 2022 Economic Impact Study shows.
Housing costs top issue for Floridians, support high for recreational marijuana, abortion amendments: UNF poll
Read full article: Housing costs top issue for Floridians, support high for recreational marijuana, abortion amendments: UNF pollA new statewide poll found that the cost of housing is the most important problem facing Florida right now.
UNF mourns death of ex-baseball coach Tim Parenton after long battle with cancer
Read full article: UNF mourns death of ex-baseball coach Tim Parenton after long battle with cancerThe University of North Florida is mourning the loss of former baseball coach Tim Parenton after a long battle with cancer. Parenton, who fought the disease for four long years, was 61 years old.
Jacksonville nonprofit hosts 5th annual Refugee Cup to help immigrants connected with the community
Read full article: Jacksonville nonprofit hosts 5th annual Refugee Cup to help immigrants connected with the communityAll Nations Soccer League is hosting a Florida Refugee Cup Sunday which helps immigrants connect with their community.
UNF School of Communication to host Social Media Expo Jax
Read full article: UNF School of Communication to host Social Media Expo JaxThe event will allow digital media professionals to network and learn/share information, ideas, insights, and innovations in areas such as social media, digital marketing, communication, and others.
Jewish community comes together to show solidarity for those impacted by the war on Israel
Read full article: Jewish community comes together to show solidarity for those impacted by the war on IsraelNumerous people gathered at the University of North Florida Monday night to pray and stand in solidarity with Israel after a surprise attack from Hamas caused carnage in the Middle East.
UNF, faculty union reach agreement on implementation of post-tenure review
Read full article: UNF, faculty union reach agreement on implementation of post-tenure reviewThe University of North Florida administration and its faculty union have come to an agreement on how to implement performance reviews for tenured faculty.
Dreams Come True holds annual 5K at UNF, sees largest number of participants
Read full article: Dreams Come True holds annual 5K at UNF, sees largest number of participantsRunners, walkers and joggers gathered on the University of North Florida’s campus this Saturday morning to help local children battling serious illnesses.
Painting a Picture of Your Financial Future
Read full article: Painting a Picture of Your Financial FutureA.J. Allen is a Jacksonville native and a graduate of the University of North Florida with a Bachelor's of Fine Arts. He is currently a financial representative with New York Life. He uses his art skills in his practice to help paint a picture of a financial future for his clients both figuratively and literally. https://www.newyorklife.com/agent/waallenjr
UNF faculty members push back against proposal they worry could jeopardize tenure protections, academic freedom
Read full article: UNF faculty members push back against proposal they worry could jeopardize tenure protections, academic freedomThe University of North Florida (UNF) administration and the United Faculty of Florida (UFF) Union are facing an impasse as the organizations aren’t able to agree on proposed tenure changes as a result of a new state law requiring post-tenure review.
Move-in day off to seamless start for freshmen at the University of North Florida
Read full article: Move-in day off to seamless start for freshmen at the University of North FloridaMoving day was a fiasco in 2022 after hundreds of students were placed on a waitlist to find out if they’d have a place to stay, but this year looks like it’s shaping up to be much better
UNF athlete Mahalia White honored with inspiration award
Read full article: UNF athlete Mahalia White honored with inspiration awardMahalia White’s story of overcoming Stage 4 cancer and turning that into a remarkable career at the University of North Florida is not only an inspiration but it’s now an award winner.
Man in pink ski mask, barefoot man tried to rob someone on UNF campus, police say
Read full article: Man in pink ski mask, barefoot man tried to rob someone on UNF campus, police sayTwo men attempted to rob someone on the campus of the University of North Florida early Thursday morning, campus police said.
UNF holds celebration to officially welcome Dr. Moez Limayem as new president
Read full article: UNF holds celebration to officially welcome Dr. Moez Limayem as new presidentThe University of North Florida will host the inauguration of Dr. Moez Limayem as the University’s seventh president. A processional through campus, investiture ceremony and campus celebration will take place.
Poll: UNF students ‘strongly disagree’ with removal of DEI programs, courses
Read full article: Poll: UNF students ‘strongly disagree’ with removal of DEI programs, coursesA poll of more than 800 students, and a handful of faculty, staff and others, at the University of North Florida showed overwhelming approval of the institution’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, programs and courses.
UNF poll reveals what Jacksonville voters care most about
Read full article: UNF poll reveals what Jacksonville voters care most aboutEarly voting begins in less than a week, and according to a new University of North Florida poll, 22% of registered voters still do not know who they will vote for in Jacksonville’s mayoral election.
UNF board votes to increase cost of student housing 4% each of the next 3 years
Read full article: UNF board votes to increase cost of student housing 4% each of the next 3 yearsFor the first time in eight years, it will soon cost more to live on campus at the University of North Florida than off campus.
Students, faculty, alumni blast Gov. DeSantis’ collection of ‘gender dysphoria services’ info from public universities
Read full article: Students, faculty, alumni blast Gov. DeSantis’ collection of ‘gender dysphoria services’ info from public universitiesGovernor Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, has collected information from the state’s public universities about the number and ages of individuals who have received or even sought gender-affirming care over the past five years.
UNF students rally to support DEI programs in face of DeSantis’ pledge to block them
Read full article: UNF students rally to support DEI programs in face of DeSantis’ pledge to block themGov. Ron DeSantis is moving to block public funding for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs at state colleges and universities. He argues that these initiatives are purely ideological and need to be dismantled.In response, students at several institutions, including the University of North Florida, are planning to push back.
Scabies scare at UNF: More than 300 students potentially exposed
Read full article: Scabies scare at UNF: More than 300 students potentially exposedNearly 350 students living Osprey Cove Buildings T and V at the University of North Florida have been warned that they might have been exposed to scabies.
Man who pleaded guilty in 2016 shooting death of UNF employee sentenced to life in prison
Read full article: Man who pleaded guilty in 2016 shooting death of UNF employee sentenced to life in prisonMan who previously pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2016 deadly shooting of a University of North Florida employee was sentenced to life in prison Friday.
UNF study finds nearly half of renters in Jacksonville are ‘cost burdened.’ Are you?
Read full article: UNF study finds nearly half of renters in Jacksonville are ‘cost burdened.’ Are you?The JAX Rental Housing Project — a University of North Florida community-based project — found 47.4% of renters in Jacksonville live in a “cost-burdened household.”
Wheelchair rugby offers ‘freedom’ to athletes with disabilities who just want to compete
Read full article: Wheelchair rugby offers ‘freedom’ to athletes with disabilities who just want to competeThis weekend, adult Brooks Adaptive Sports and Recreation hosted the 14th annual Southern Slam Wheelchair Rugby Tournament at the University of North Florida.
‘Meals on Wings’ program at UNF reaches milestone of 100,000 meals delivered to local seniors
Read full article: ‘Meals on Wings’ program at UNF reaches milestone of 100,000 meals delivered to local seniorsThe University of North Florida (UNF) celebrated its delivery of more than 100,000 meals to homebound older adults through the University’s Meals on Wings program.
Man pleads guilty to 2nd-degree murder in 2016 shooting death of UNF employee
Read full article: Man pleads guilty to 2nd-degree murder in 2016 shooting death of UNF employeeA man who investigators said fatally shot a University of North Florida employee has pleaded guilty in the case, Duval County court records show.
Your Voice Matters: Abortion, education top of mind for these young potential voters at UNF
Read full article: Your Voice Matters: Abortion, education top of mind for these young potential voters at UNFThis election year, News4JAX is making a commitment to hear from you to learn what issues matter most through our Your Voice Matters campaign.
Simulation center opens for students at UNF’s Brooks College of Health
Read full article: Simulation center opens for students at UNF’s Brooks College of HealthIt’s being called a game-changer in how nursing students train to save lives, and on Tuesday night, a state-of-the-art simulation center opened for students at the University of North Florida’s Brooks College of Health.
Easing civilian life transition, Naval Station Mayport hosts job fair for military members, families
Read full article: Easing civilian life transition, Naval Station Mayport hosts job fair for military members, familiesHundreds of military service members, veterans and their families had the chance to pursue new careers Wednesday at a free job fair at the University of North Florida.
Need a job? Naval Station Mayport hosting career fair for service members, veterans
Read full article: Need a job? Naval Station Mayport hosting career fair for service members, veteransNaval Station Mayport is hosting a tri-base job fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7 at the University of North Florida.
JEA issues boil water notice for portions of Southside including Tinseltown, Town Center
Read full article: JEA issues boil water notice for portions of Southside including Tinseltown, Town CenterJEA said E. coli bacteria were found in the water supply Friday at the utility's Oakridge Water Treatment Plant, prompting a boil water notice for a swath of the city's Southside that includes the Tinseltown and Town Center business districts and the University of North Florida.
UNF poll: Waters narrowly ahead of Burton in race for sheriff
Read full article: UNF poll: Waters narrowly ahead of Burton in race for sheriffIn a University of North Florida poll of likely voters in the upcoming Florida primary, respondents were asked about the special election to elect a new Jacksonville sheriff following Mike Williams’ resignation in June amid controversy over his residency in Nassau County.
UNF poll: Fried leads Crist in Democratic governor’s primary; cost of living a top concern of Florida voters
Read full article: UNF poll: Fried leads Crist in Democratic governor’s primary; cost of living a top concern of Florida votersA new poll conducted by the Public Option Research Lab (PORL) at the University of North Florida finds gubernatorial candidate Nikki Fried, Florida’s agriculture commissioner, ahead of former Gov. Charlie Crist in the Democratic primary -- but still seven points behind Republican incumbent Gov. Ron DeSantis in a race among registered voters.
New court, suite among facility enhancements announced with UNF Athletics, CSI Companies partnership
Read full article: New court, suite among facility enhancements announced with UNF Athletics, CSI Companies partnershipThe partnership is a seven-year, $2.1 million agreement that includes facility improvements that will have an impact on all student-athletes across North Florida’s athletics department and spectators.
Think your neighborhood is hotter than others in town? Researchers looking for volunteers for ‘urban heat islands’ study
Read full article: Think your neighborhood is hotter than others in town? Researchers looking for volunteers for ‘urban heat islands’ studyJacksonville and UNF are partnering up to figure out what parts of the city are hotter than others and they are looking for volunteers.
Tracking white squirrels: These rare animals appear to be living in at least 3 areas of Jacksonville
Read full article: Tracking white squirrels: These rare animals appear to be living in at least 3 areas of JacksonvilleIn your yard or a park, you probably see a squirrel at least once a day. But have you ever seen a white one? And just because it’s white doesn’t mean it’s albino.
Chip by Robbie Higgins on final hole helps UNF win The Hayt golf tournament
Read full article: Chip by Robbie Higgins on final hole helps UNF win The Hayt golf tournamentRobbie Higgins chipped out of the rough to the right of the green, getting it to within a foot and tapping in for birdie to give the University of North Florida men’s golf team a one-stroke win over Charlotte in the annual Hayt at Sawgrass Country Club on Monday afternoon. The Ospreys and 49ers were tied through the first two rounds and just about needed a playoff to determine a champ.