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The University of North Florida is implementing new health insurance requirements for international students, according to Ryan Dobbertien, program director of the Student Health Service. The new insurance criteria mandates U.S.-based, Affordable Care Act-compliant coverage to eliminate medical care gaps, according to Dobbertien. However, international student Eric Rodriguez said this is “not only…
University of North Florida Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Nick Morrow showcased future campus renovation plans at the 2026 Swoop into the Season Event on Aug. 13. The presentation served as a roadmap for the department’s future, as Morrow outlined a strategy centered on campus expansion and increased fundraising to bolster UNF’s growing athletic program. ... The post Nick Morrow…
The University of North Florida recently announced its fall sports broadcast schedule for home games, revealing that the schedule is subject to change. Access to the broadcasts requires an ESPN+ subscription, starting at $11.99 monthly or $119.99 annually. The full season schedules for women’s soccer, men’s soccer, and indoor volleyball can be found here. Women’s... The post UNF announces Fall…
The University of North Florida Flight Deck hosted a GeoGuessr tournament for staff and faculty on Wednesday, Aug. 14. The tournament was part of “Feathering the Nest,” a dedicated week of community activities designed to energize and connect employees before the fall 2026 semester begins. Other festivities throughout the week included a campus cookout, Osprey... The post UNF staff and faculty…
Getting that golden glow from the sun’s intense UV radiation has often been sold as part of living in Florida, but rising melanoma cases suggest that a tan and bikini lines come at a price. Dr. Vanessa Riegert-Johnson, the chief medical officer and medical director at UNF Student Health Services, says that, because the university... The post Love Island and TanMaxxing: Student Health warns of…
As the University of North Florida continues construction on new soccer practice fields, Ogier Gardens staff members say the work encroaches on their space and could jeopardize the garden’s plant life. Ogier Gardens is a student-maintained community garden located next to Lot 18. The space hosts events such as workshops and tours for students. It... The post Ogier Gardens staff raise concerns over…
The University of North Florida’s campus provides habitat for a wide variety of birds, but artificial light, reflective windows and ongoing development pose risks to local and migratory species. UNF students and local Audubon volunteers are documenting bird-window collisions through Lights Out Northeast Florida. The regional initiative identifies high-risk buildings and promotes reduced nighttime…
Student Health Services is preparing for the incoming wave of new students this fall semester, many of whom are unaware of the comprehensive medical facility tucked away on the second floor of Building 39A. Staffed by licensed physicians and Mayo Clinic internal medicine residents and equipped with an X-ray unit, students have access to all... The post Plan B to X-rays: UNF Student Health Center…
The University of North Florida Student Government announced that student season-ticket sales for the Jacksonville Jaguars will open on Monday, Aug. 17, with 150 tickets available, according to an SG press release. The ticket offering comes as the venue undergoes major renovations as part of the team’s “Stadium of the Future” project, the press release... The post UNF Student Government announces…
University of North Florida students debate the legitimacy of claims of voter fraud and discuss the importance of voter participation as state and national elections approach. The discourse has gained momentum following President Donald Trump’s recent claims that foreign intelligence influenced the 2020 election. Voter fraud concerns With debates over voter fraud in mind, UNF... The post UNF…
