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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?
‘We can’t feel ignored anymore': Young voters share reaction to election outcome, what they want from lawmakers
Read full article: ‘We can’t feel ignored anymore': Young voters share reaction to election outcome, what they want from lawmakersWe stopped by the University of North Florida on Wednesday, after former President Donald Trump had been declared the winner of the 2024 presidential race, to ask students what the outcome means to them and to have a conversation about civil discourse.
Ramp inspection report of Sapelo Island gangway found no issues 10 months prior to dock collapse
Read full article: Ramp inspection report of Sapelo Island gangway found no issues 10 months prior to dock collapseThere were “no areas of concern” when the gangway was last inspected in December, according to investigators.
UNF engineer says finding who made the materials is key in determining cause of Georgia’s gangway collapse
Read full article: UNF engineer says finding who made the materials is key in determining cause of Georgia’s gangway collapseNews4JAX went through more records Thursday released by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) related to a dock gangway collapse in Georgia that killed seven people, including four from Jacksonville.
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.
Jacksonville expo to empower Hispanic entrepreneurs with networking opportunities, resources to grow their businesses
Read full article: Jacksonville expo to empower Hispanic entrepreneurs with networking opportunities, resources to grow their businessesThe First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) will host a business expo in Jacksonville to help Hispanic entrepreneurs achieve their goals.
UNF’s Morgan Ray helps swimming relay team land silver medal in Paralympics
Read full article: UNF’s Morgan Ray helps swimming relay team land silver medal in ParalympicsMorgan Ray has his first Paralympics medal. The Bartram Trail High School graduate and current University of North Florida student helped the United States win silver in the 20-point mixed 4x50-meter medley relay at the Paralympics on Thursday.
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 Poll: Florida amendments to legalize marijuana, enshrine abortion rights continue to have strong support
Read full article: UNF Poll: Florida amendments to legalize marijuana, enshrine abortion rights continue to have strong supportA UNF poll of likely voters in Florida released on Tuesday found strong support for amendments that would legalize marijuana and enshrine abortion rights in the state.
‘Corporate invasion’: Firms flock to Florida, buy up apartments because of weak tenant-protection laws, study finds
Read full article: ‘Corporate invasion’: Firms flock to Florida, buy up apartments because of weak tenant-protection laws, study findsFlorida is one of the most attractive states for investors because of weak tenant-protection laws, a recent study found.
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.
Vast majority of voters in new UNF poll favor moving jail out of downtown — despite potential $1B price tag
Read full article: Vast majority of voters in new UNF poll favor moving jail out of downtown — despite potential $1B price tagIt’s a staggering number from a new UNF poll about community support for moving the Duval County jail.
13 of 16 protestors arrested at UNF enter not guilty pleas
Read full article: 13 of 16 protestors arrested at UNF enter not guilty pleasMonday was arraignment day for 16 people arrested on UNF’s campus while they protested against the war between Hamas and Israel. 13 of the 16 entered not guilty pleas, the 3 others bonded out.
City creates Jacksonville Sports Foundation to boost sports tourism
Read full article: City creates Jacksonville Sports Foundation to boost sports tourismCity of Jacksonville leaders on Wednesday are set to make an announcement about the future of sports tourism and community engagement in Jacksonville.
Attorney representing protesters arrested at UNF hopes the university drops trespassing charges
Read full article: Attorney representing protesters arrested at UNF hopes the university drops trespassing chargesAn attorney representing more than a dozen pro-Palestine protestors who were arrested at UNF said he believes the police response was disproportionate and the trespassing after warning charges should be dropped.
PFLAG of Jacksonville offering scholarships to LGBTQ+ students in Northeast Florida
Read full article: PFLAG of Jacksonville offering scholarships to LGBTQ+ students in Northeast FloridaPFLAG Jacksonville will host its annual celebration in August to award scholarships to local LGBTQ+ individuals who are pursuing post-secondary or trade school education.
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.
Florida university leaders to school presidents: Don’t cancel, modify graduation ceremonies due to protests
Read full article: Florida university leaders to school presidents: Don’t cancel, modify graduation ceremonies due to protestsNews4JAX spoke with demonstrators at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville along with students who are not demonstrating and both said they think they’ve found the balance between having the campus ready for graduation and protesting peacefully.
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.
‘Amazing to be back home’: Jacksonville Harlem Globetrotter excited to play in hometown for 1st time as a pro
Read full article: ‘Amazing to be back home’: Jacksonville Harlem Globetrotter excited to play in hometown for 1st time as a proThe world-famous Harlem Globetrotters will be playing at UNF Friday night.
Economy, immigration & abortion: UNF poll unveils top issues for voters nationwide in 2024
Read full article: Economy, immigration & abortion: UNF poll unveils top issues for voters nationwide in 2024A new poll from UNF's Public Opinion Research lab identifies the key issues on voters' minds for the 2024 election cycle.
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.
UNF enrolling more nursing students than ever as US job growth report shows high demand in health care
Read full article: UNF enrolling more nursing students than ever as US job growth report shows high demand in health careWith job growth turning out to be much stronger than expected in March, there were three main categories where the hiring was mainly concentrated including health care and private education, leisure and hospitality, and government.
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.
Jacksonville political expert expresses concern over impact of ‘uncommitted’ voters on Biden’s campaign
Read full article: Jacksonville political expert expresses concern over impact of ‘uncommitted’ voters on Biden’s campaignA University of North Florida political expert expressed concern over the impact of ‘uncommitted’ voters on Biden’s campaign following Michigan’s Democratic primary.
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.
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 men’s basketball coach Matthew Driscoll nears another successful milestone
Read full article: UNF men’s basketball coach Matthew Driscoll nears another successful milestoneUniversity of North Florida men’s basketball head coach Matthew Driscoll has come quite a long way from his humble beginnings to the recordbooks of the ASUN conference.
Woman accused of crashing into Jaguars practice facility rammed police cruiser, tried to run before arrest: JSO
Read full article: Woman accused of crashing into Jaguars practice facility rammed police cruiser, tried to run before arrest: JSOA 32-year-old Jacksonville woman who is accused of ramming the gate and glass doors at the Jacksonville Jaguars practice facility on Monday night also rammed a police cruiser before she tried to run off, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Rabid cat triggers health alert for Town Center/UNF area
Read full article: Rabid cat triggers health alert for Town Center/UNF areaThe Florida Department of Health in Duval County issued a rabies alert Thursday, following the discovery of a rabid cat in the Town Center and UNF area of Jacksonville’s Southside.
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.
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 to give Flagler County veterans fitness trackers, help them reach wellness, health goals
Read full article: UNF to give Flagler County veterans fitness trackers, help them reach wellness, health goalsThe University of North Florida’s initiative, MedNexus, is launching a pilot virtual program to help veterans in Flagler County reach their fitness and wellness goals by using a Fitbit device.
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.
Teen survivor of stabbing attack in Ponte Vedra throws first pitch at UNF game to bring awareness to domestic violence
Read full article: Teen survivor of stabbing attack in Ponte Vedra throws first pitch at UNF game to bring awareness to domestic violenceThe teen survivor of an attempted murder-suicide stabbing attack outside a Ponte Vedra restaurant in July delivered the first pitch at the UNF softball game Sunday afternoon to raise awareness for domestic violence.
Resilient Jacksonville: Mayor launches 50-year strategy for city’s infrastructure to confront extreme weather, flooding
Read full article: Resilient Jacksonville: Mayor launches 50-year strategy for city’s infrastructure to confront extreme weather, floodingOn Friday, Mayor Donna Deegan will launch "Resilient Jacksonville,” a 50-year strategy to ensure the River City's infrastructure is strong enough and adaptable enough to confront flooding and extreme heat.
2 masked suspects drove up next to a car near UNF’s campus and shot the driver, police say
Read full article: 2 masked suspects drove up next to a car near UNF’s campus and shot the driver, police sayOne person was transported to a local hospital after getting shot Thursday morning in Central Parkway near the UNF campus, according to an emergency notification from UNF.
Grab your glasses! UNF to host solar eclipse viewing party Saturday
Read full article: Grab your glasses! UNF to host solar eclipse viewing party SaturdayThe University of North Florida Physics Department and Astronomy Club invites the community to a free viewing of the partial solar eclipse on Saturday.
UNF students bring awareness to domestic violence at annual ‘Take Back the Night’ event
Read full article: UNF students bring awareness to domestic violence at annual ‘Take Back the Night’ eventThe University of North Florida Victim Advocacy Program brought together dozens of students during its annual “Take Back the Night” march and vigil on Wednesday evening.
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.
Jaguars president pushes back after reports suggest team would leave city without $1B in public funding for stadium
Read full article: Jaguars president pushes back after reports suggest team would leave city without $1B in public funding for stadiumJacksonville Jaguars President Mark Lamping was asked a hypothetical question Thursday about the possibility of putting the question of who should fund $2 billion in renovations to the team’s stadium on the ballot.
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.
Play games in Jacksonville or take the Jaguars on the road for 2 years? Pros and cons of each
Read full article: Play games in Jacksonville or take the Jaguars on the road for 2 years? Pros and cons of eachWhat are some of the pros and cons for the Jaguars of staying in town and then playing games out of Jacksonville? We look at some of those here.
UNF baseball coach Tim Parenton steps down after 6 seasons with Ospreys
Read full article: UNF baseball coach Tim Parenton steps down after 6 seasons with OspreysUniversity of North Florida baseball coach Tim Parenton is stepping down from his head coaching position after six seasons and will move into an administrative position at the school and focus on his health.
JU rides Blake DeLamielleure’s cycle to walk-off win in 11 innings over UNF
Read full article: JU rides Blake DeLamielleure’s cycle to walk-off win in 11 innings over UNFBlake DeLamielleure had an unforgettable afternoon, completing the cycle with a walk-off home run in the 11th inning to lead Jacksonville University to a 3-2 win over rival UNF on Saturday.
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.
Historic move: Charlsea Clark hired to coach Atlantic Coast boys basketball team
Read full article: Historic move: Charlsea Clark hired to coach Atlantic Coast boys basketball teamIn what is believed to be a first in the area, Charlsea Clark, who took Bishop Kenny to three straight girls basketball final fours has been hired as the boys basketball coach at Atlantic Coast.
It’s electric: JEA promotes sustainability, efficiency at ride-and-drive event
Read full article: It’s electric: JEA promotes sustainability, efficiency at ride-and-drive eventAs a push to educate Northeast Florida on the value of electric vehicles, JEA hosted a ride-and-drive event Saturday afternoon.
Down on the farm: Tracking area players in minor league baseball in 2023
Read full article: Down on the farm: Tracking area players in minor league baseball in 2023It’s a new season in Major League Baseball and it’s a new season in the minors. News4JAX will chart how local players are doing in affiliate minor league baseball. The updated statistical list will be published weekly on Thursdays beginning April 13.
Armada beats Miami United in penalty kicks to advance to second round in U.S. Open Cup
Read full article: Armada beats Miami United in penalty kicks to advance to second round in U.S. Open CupIt came down to the goalkeepers in penalty kicks and Jacksonville's Nick Rulle got the better of Miami United's Peterson Occenat to give the Armada the win in the first round of the U.S. Open Cup Thursday at UNF's Hodges Stadium.
DeSantis favored over Trump among Florida Republicans, UNF poll finds
Read full article: DeSantis favored over Trump among Florida Republicans, UNF poll findsWhile Gov. Ron DeSantis has not announced any plans to run for president, he and former President Donald Trump seem to be on a collision course for the GOP nomination.
Group says Confederate monuments should stay in place, but more statues of Black leaders should be added
Read full article: Group says Confederate monuments should stay in place, but more statues of Black leaders should be addedOne group is hoping to end the ongoing debate over Confederate monuments with a compromise.
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.
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.
What’s next after man asked to withdraw guilty plea in 2016 shooting death of UNF employee?
Read full article: What’s next after man asked to withdraw guilty plea in 2016 shooting death of UNF employee?A man who pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2016 shooting of a University of North Florida employee was sentenced to life in prison with review after 25 years.
UNF professor says DeSantis’s move to defund DEI programs a political stunt, no evidence of indoctrination
Read full article: UNF professor says DeSantis’s move to defund DEI programs a political stunt, no evidence of indoctrinationProfessors and students are weighing in on Gov. Ron DeSantis’s plan to abolish DEI offices at Florida’s state colleges and universities.
Jaguars to honor local woman for her work feeding senior citizens
Read full article: Jaguars to honor local woman for her work feeding senior citizensMeghan Niemczyk, the chef adviser to UNF's Meals on Wings program, will be featured on the "jumbotron" inside TIAA Bank Field during the Jaguars' game against the Tennessee Titans.
UNF Poll: Only 50% of random Floridians asked believe Biden definitely won 2020 presidential election
Read full article: UNF Poll: Only 50% of random Floridians asked believe Biden definitely won 2020 presidential electionA new UNF poll released Wednesday found a large portion of likely voters in Florida don’t have much faith in the results of elections, especially the 2020 presidential race.
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.
UNF announces new chemistry wing to improve teaching and research
Read full article: UNF announces new chemistry wing to improve teaching and researchThe UNF Department of Chemistry recently unveiled a new addition to improve teaching and research. They also announced a partnership with Johnson & Johnson Vision to support chemistry students.
‘One pill can kill’: Florida attorney general issues fentanyl warning to college students
Read full article: ‘One pill can kill’: Florida attorney general issues fentanyl warning to college studentsFentanyl is a deadly synthetic opioid that can easily mix with other drugs to the point where you may not know it’s there.
Move from Raines to UNF will help take Bob Hayes track meet to ‘next level’
Read full article: Move from Raines to UNF will help take Bob Hayes track meet to ‘next level’Calling it a tough and emotional decision but the right one for right now, Greg Coleman said the decision to move the area’s most iconic track and field meet from Raines High School to UNF was necessary to take it to the next level and beyond.