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Photo provided by Barry AlbrightUniversity of North Florida professor Barry Albright and colleague Alan Titus secure a "jacketed" fossil for transportation out of the field in southern Utah ... Barry Albright, a paleontologist and professor at the University of North Florida, has been studying these ancient creatures since 2000. (Florida Times-Union)
Three Bulldogs Earn Wins On Final Day Of UNF Tournament Oct 13, 2008
- On the final day of the 2008 UNF Fall Invitational, a trio of Samford women's tennis players picked up victories in consolation action held at the University of North Florida Tennis Complex. Earning wins for the Bulldogs were , and. (Samfordsports.com)
16th-century murder mystery Oct 13, 2008
Students in Michael Francis' class at the University of North Florida deciphered this 1597 letter from Gonzalo Mendez de Canzo, the governor of St. Augustine ... What started out as classwork at the University of North Florida resulted in research that could change history. (Florida Times-Union)
Women's Tennis Turns In Successful Day At UNF Invitational Oct 11, 2008
The Samford University women's tennis team will conclude play in the 2008 UNF Invitational on Saturday morning on the campus of the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Fla. (Samfordsports.com)
Cross Country To Compete In Furman Invitational Saturday Oct 11, 2008
There will be 19 men's and women's college teams competing in the meet including Benedict College, Centre College, Claflin, College of Charleston, Erskine, Furman, Marshall, North Georgia, North Greenville, Paine College, Samford, Spartanburg Methodist, Tennessee Tech, University of North Florida, USC Aiken, USC Upstate, Warren Wilson and Wofford. The Bulldogs are the only regionally ranked team in Division I that will be competing this weekend. (Samfordsports.com)
Public hearing on pet dining Oct 11, 2008
MARIO PERALTA/SpecialNeptune Beach resident Dorothy Johnson (from left) and Ponte Vedra Beach residents Homer Humphries and Linda Slade were among five people who received Presidential Medallions Tuesday from the University of North Florida ... The University of North Florida will host a program called Terror at the Voting Booth at 7 p.m. on Wednesday in the Robinson Theater on campus. (Florida Times-Union)
Bulldogs Head To Florida For 2008 UNF Invitational Oct 10, 2008
- The Samford University women's tennis team will resume play in its 2008 fall schedule this weekend as the Bulldogs participate in the third-annual UNF Invitational hosted by the University of North Florida ... Matches will take place at the UNF Tennis Center, located on the campus of University of North Florida in the athletics complex. (Samfordsports.com)
Bucs picked to finish second; Belmont considered favorite Oct 10, 2008
The A-Sun consists of Belmont University, Campbell University, East Tennessee State University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Jacksonville University, Kennesaw State University, Lipscomb University, Mercer University, University of North Florida, University of South Carolina Upstate and Stetson University. Page 1 of 1. (East Tennessean, TN)
Ex-Gitmo chaplain says case a cover-up Oct 10, 2008
James Yee, the author of For God and Country: Faith and Patriotism Under Fire, is scheduled to deliver the keynote address during the first CAIR-Jacksonville chapter banquet at the University of North Florida on Saturday. Registration begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50. (Florida Times-Union)
It's a weekend of rock and country Oct 10, 2008
Though country concerts are hardly rare in Jacksonville, they're not all that common at the University of North Florida. But this weekend, UNF will host not one, but two of them. (Florida Times-Union)
Look who is going to see JoDee Messina and Billy Currington Oct 8, 2008
com offered opportunities for viewers to register to win a pair of tickets to see JoDee Messina and Billy Currington in concert on Oct. 11 at the University of North Florida Arena. The lucky winners are Michelle Colwell, Renee Nabywaniec, Kathy Bain, Renee Flynn, all of Jacksonville, and Stephanie Hardman of Atlantic Beach. (Florida Times-Union)
No stopping them: Fixed-gear bikes Oct 8, 2008
Matt Bort, a business major at the University of North Florida, uses part of the building at Zombie for a couple of enterprises, including Burro Bags, which makes bike messenger-inspired bags made out of recycled materials - convertible tops, vinyl billboards, canvas sails, couch leather. It fits in with the do-it-yourself, recycling ethic of fixed-gear riders. (Florida Times-Union)
Avoiding an energy crisis Oct 7, 2008
As it turned out, the University of North Florida student's plan usually worked too well. "I'd be awake all night with my heart pounding and couldn't get to sleep before an exam," the 22-year-old said. (Florida Times-Union)
Palin's challenge: To woo women of First Coast Oct 7, 2008
"Her challenge is really on substance and style. You either like it or you don't," said Matthew Corrigan, chairman of political science at the University of North Florida ... Henry Thomas, a political science professor at the University of North Florida, said those female voters who cheered for Clinton were riding on issues, not gender, and will be tough to sway. (Florida Times-Union)
Unlucky bounce shuts door for men's soccer Oct 6, 2008
After University of North Florida forward Akil DeFreitas took his fourth shot of Thursday afternoon's game, ETSU goalkeeper James Holt jumped to deflect it, recording his sixth save of the game. The deflection made its way back to DeFreitas, who knocked in the game-winning goal with 4:47 left to play in the second overtime. (East Tennessean, TN)
Pollster Zogby to give glimpse of our future Oct 6, 2008
For tickets to his speech at the University of North Florida, call (904) 620-2117 or go to ... "The Way We'll Be" will be presented free by the World Affairs Council of Jacksonville and the University of North Florida. (Florida Times-Union)
Freshmen cope with first tests Oct 6, 2008
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'Main Street' might not want to be rescued Oct 5, 2008
Henry Thomas, a political science professor at the University of North Florida, said the media attention serves as bad advertising for the incumbency. "Those in competitive districts always have one finger in the air checking the wind, but for a guy in a close race this is very difficult to figure out. I'm sure many of them are on the edge of their seats," he said. (Florida Times-Union)
Democrats enjoying upswing in Duval Oct 5, 2008
"McCain has to win Florida. Obama could lose the state and still win the election," explained Matthew Corrigan, political science chairman at the University of North Florida. That has local Republicans scrambling. (Florida Times-Union)
This duo has danced their way to the top - twice Oct 4, 2008 Museum, UNF talk about art of sharing Oct 3, 2008 MUSIC NOTES: O.A.R takes Amphitheatre stage Oct 3, 2008 It's a long haul from Clay to the ocean, but it pays off for surfer Oct 3, 2008 Dig finds area's oldest structure Sep 25, 2008 'Freakonomics' author to speak at UNF Sep 25, 2008 Advocates want autism center taken from UF Sep 24, 2008 Young inmates find selves in art Sep 24, 2008 Medicaid Care: Fix the reform Sep 23, 2008 UNF begins $30M fundraising campaign Sep 22, 2008 Duval County seeks tougher accreditation Sep 22, 2008 Colleges: Good values still Sep 22, 2008 Candidates Wary Of Gay-Marriage Debate Sep 21, 2008 Student blogs Sep 21, 2008 Economy top issue for candidates locked in tie Sep 21, 2008 Political interest swells for Obama Sep 20, 2008 Scores Of Tiny Toads Carpet Neighborhood Sep 19, 2008 State puts limit on freshwater turtles Sep 18, 2008 Counselors try to calm waves of debt Sep 18, 2008 Making a splash over football Sep 17, 2008 Letters from readers Sep 17, 2008 BofA to acquire Merrill Lynch for $50B Sep 16, 2008 McCain's link to First Coast a hit for thousands at rally Sep 16, 2008 Greeks on the green: UNF students recruit Sep 15, 2008 Schools struggle to teach auto safety Sep 15, 2008 Government Savings: City mi$$ing out Sep 14, 2008 The older we get, the less we're getting remarried Sep 13, 2008 Ike's threat to gulf refineries raises First Coast fuel prices Sep 13, 2008 Jacksonville Journal Sep 12, 2008 Breaking the boundaries Sep 11, 2008 City Leaders Pass Change To Rules On Feeding Homeless Sep 10, 2008 Ospreys will get ACC test Sep 9, 2008 A shifting view of pregnancy Sep 7, 2008 Women's Volleyball Team to Play in UMKC Invitational Sep 7, 2008 Mandarin students seize opportunity for higher learning Sep 6, 2008 Ethics office budget stirs city turmoil Sep 5, 2008 Arts Calendar: Classical Music Sep 5, 2008 Georgia's lucky, but not immune Sep 4, 2008 High price of textbooks burdens college students Sep 4, 2008 Spartans leaning on Marino to improve on last season Sep 4, 2008 Lackland, Fort Jackson graduates announced Sep 4, 2008 United States needs to engage Russia Sep 3, 2008 Trip for surgery led to quest for a dream Sep 3, 2008 Today's cheer: A new role Sep 3, 2008 Jacksonville man sweeps Krystal chow down Sep 2, 2008 Witnesses line up for St. Johns River's hearing Sep 1, 2008 Funding running out for enrichment seminar series Sep 1, 2008 Jacksonville group therapy, Facebook style Sep 1, 2008 Scholarship program deserves city support Aug 31, 2008 Home & Garden briefs Aug 30, 2008 Voters have spoken, incumbents are out Aug 28, 2008 Historian seeks to unite city through knowledge of past Aug 28, 2008 THE BYSTANDER EFFECT: Help! Help! Why isn't anyone helping me? Aug 27, 2008 Committee's parsimony takes a toll on the young Aug 26, 2008 Bingo and membership drive on the table for River City Women's Club Aug 26, 2008 College life begins with moving in Aug 25, 2008 Five Cheers: Vets helping vets Aug 25, 2008 Fort Caroline: History buried in mystery Aug 24, 2008 Fay's deluge swamps First Coast Aug 23, 2008 Slow-moving Fay lashing parts of First Coast Aug 21, 2008 What you can expect from the storm Aug 20, 2008 City Pensions: Elephant in room Aug 19, 2008 Price-fixing comes back after Supreme Court ruling Aug 18, 2008 Area players make U.S. Amateur field Aug 17, 2008 Get ready for a turtle invasion Aug 17, 2008
The recipients are: Kenny Anaya-Solano,Adriana Hernandez and Oscar Rodriguez, University of North Florida; Sarah Conde, University of Florida; and Sharron Reyes, Flagler College. Have good news. (Florida Times-Union)
Santa Fe wants to create more scholarship opportunities Oct 3, 2008
From Santa Fe, he went to the University of North Florida and earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education. Prior to graduation in August, though, John said he and other students spent May-June looking for jobs. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and the University of North Florida are moving toward a partnership that would allow the two to share resources. Preston Haskell, chairman of the museum's board, said the institutions have been in discussions since July and reached a memorandum of understanding a few days ago proposing a partnership with UNF.. (Florida Times-Union)
The Les DeMerle Amelia Island Jazz Festival begins Sunday with a free concert by the University of North Florida Jazz Ensemble. They'll play 2-5 p.m. at the bandstand on Park Street. (Florida Times-Union)
The University of North Florida sophomore has been surfing for six years, and competing in events for three. "In the last year, I won two pro events in Cocoa Beach and St. Augustine," Turner said. (Florida Times-Union)
Keith Ashley, a University of North Florida archeological research coordinator, said both of these pottery types have been radio-carbon dated and come from the years 500 to 800 AD, just about the time indigenous people here learned to use the bow and arrow. "These people lived off the land," Ashley said. (The St. Augustine Record)
Tickets for Steven Levitt's appearance at the University of North Florida on Oct. 28 are free and reservations can be made at (904) 620-2117 ... He will speak at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 28 in the University of North Florida arena. (Florida Times-Union)
The parents are circulating a petition asking the University of Florida to cede authority over the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities to the University of North Florida ... "The University of Florida has given us no indication of their desire to sever their ongoing relationship with the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. Minus a clear statement from our sister institution, we couldn't even begin to explore whether UNF would play a part in an administrative change in the CARD... (Florida Times-Union)
If it weren't for Mary Baron, an English professor at the University of North Florida, he said he "would never have known this was inside of me.". Baron teaches the Art in the Jail Program, where incarcerated juveniles learn to analyze books, write poetry and create works of art that show what they're going through. (Florida Times-Union)
- Yank Coble, physician and director of the Center for Global Health and Medical Diplomacy at the University of North Florida ... All four were speaking at a Forum on Health Care Reform, sponsored by the Center for Global Health and Medical Diplomacy at the University of North Florida. (Florida Times-Union)
The University of North Florida begins a $30 million fundraising campaign - Jacksonville Business Journal ... The University of North Florida begins a $30 million fundraising campaign ... James Crichlow The University of North Florida is beginning a $30 million campaign to upgrade its athletic facilities, which include this new weight room. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
If a student is coming from an non-accredited public school, only the college's president can make an exception to the state rule and admit the student, said Jim Owen, the director of One Stop Student Services for the University of North Florida. Owens' office handles academic records and student aid and helps students through the admission process. (Florida Times-Union)
Among best universities with master's degrees in the South, the University of North Florida ranked No. 43 and Jacksonville University was No. 54. Among best baccalaureate colleges in the South, Flagler College in St. Augustine ranked No. 19. (Florida Times-Union)
"It doesn't benefit either one to promote it for their own campaign," said Matthew Corrigan, a political science professor at the University of North Florida. "You have the economy, the war. It makes it more difficult for social issues to get people's attention.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
ALISHA KNOWLES University of North Florida. "I have been in college for one month, and I must address a few things. First of all, living on campus is terrible. Absolutely miserable. For those of you who have never done this, or are maybe a bit removed from the college experience, imagine for a moment if you lived at your job, shared one single room with someone you worked with, and additionally shared a bathroom with about 40 other employees of your job. ... And the beds are too small, even for... (Florida Times-Union)
Matthew Corrigan, chairman of the department of political science and public administration at the University of North Florida and longtime director of UNF's Public Opinion Research Laboratory, said he was not surprised that the poll results were so close. "It's a very close race and it's probably going to stay that way until the last couple of weeks," he said. (Florida Times-Union)
Having an African-American in the White House is something many black community leaders thought would eventually happen - just not in their lifetimes, said Henry Thomas, a political science professor at the University of North Florida. "There's a lot of energy, if for no other reason than somebody has gotten this close to it," said Thomas, 64. (Florida Times-Union)
University of North Florida biology professor Dr. Joe Butler said what residents are likely seeing are spade foot toads. He said the adults live underground, and the amphibians came out to lay their eggs in the puddles and standing water left behind after Tropical Storm Fay. (Click2Houston, TX)
That's put pressure on Florida, where the take is unlimited, said Joseph Butler, a University of North Florida biologist and researcher. "Turtle harvesting is non-sustainable," he told the commission. (Florida Times-Union)
The students who are most affected are those who rely on private loans from companies such as Sallie Mae, which includes mostly middle-class families, said Anissa Cameron, director of student financial aid at the University of North Florida. Many middle-class families don't qualify for federally subsidized loans. (Florida Times-Union)
"But each of the four planning charrettes is a little different because each focuses on a different geographic part of the Arlington-Beaches area. The Oct. 4 meeting is scheduled for 9 a.m. at the Florida Community College at Jacksonville Wilson Center, 11901 Beach Blvd. The daylong event will include a light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Up to 100 people can attend. For more information, call 646-2111. Nocatee farmers market Outdoor farmers markets proved popular this summer in Nocatee,... (Florida Times-Union)
There were schoolchildren, including two of my own, and some energized college students from the University of North Florida. As the organizers encouraged the crowds to come to the floor, my timid 12-year-old son was able to get a spot where he shook hands with McCain and former Gov. Jeb Bush. (Florida Times-Union)
The acquisition would complement Bank of America s local banking operations based on the announcements thus far, said Jeffrey Michelman, associate professor of accounting and director of international relations at the University of North Florida s Department of Accounting and Finance. Because the businesses are complementary, he didn t expect any major layoffs unless there was some mortgage origination operations at the local Merrill Lynch office. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
One group of shirtless students from the University of North Florida spelled out "McCain" on their chests, while a group of their friends spelled out "Palin.". The VIPs: The master of ceremonies was former Jaguar Jeff Lageman, now the analyst for the Jaguars radio network. (Florida Times-Union)
RICK WILSON/The Times-UnionUniversity of North Florida fraternities and sororities recruited students to pledge to their organizations on Thursday, using temporary booths and painted bedsheets on the college green in the middle of campus ... For years, the University of North Florida has fought perceptions that it is a "commuter campus," a school without a tight-knit student population. (Florida Times-Union)
University of North Florida Police Chief Mark Foxworth said the statistics don't surprise him. He attributes it to teenagers believing they are invincible. (Florida Times-Union)
The University of North Florida, the Jacksonville Housing Authority, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, Florida Community College at Jacksonville, the city of Jacksonville Beach and the Duval County School Board participate. Duval public schools have used the program for 57 purchases since 2005, said Jill Johnson, school system spokeswoman. (Florida Times-Union)
Shapiro, chairman of the Sociology and Anthropology Department at the University of North Florida, said most divorce and marriage research has focused on the impact on adults and their young children. Little is still known about how divorce among older people affects their adult children, he said. (Florida Times-Union)
Even if oil platforms and refineries are damaged during the hurricane, the government can tap into the strategic oil reserve to curb price increases, said Paul Mason, an economics professor at the University of North Florida. With rumors swirling about a spike to $5 a gallon, Laskoski predicted any effects on retail prices shouldn't last long.. (Florida Times-Union)
Middle East expert and former U.S. Ambassador to Israel Martin Indyk will speak on The Arab-Israeli Conflict at a program co-sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Jacksonville and the University of North Florida at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at UNF's University Center. Indyk, currently a senior fellow and director of the Saban Center for Middle East Policy in the Foreign Policy Studies Program at the Brookings Institution, served two tours in Israel. (Florida Times-Union)
"We'll get good results out of that."After the South Carolina game, ETSU will play two more away games against Jacksonville University and the University of North Florida, both of whom are conference opponents, before coming back to ETSU for the next home game on Oct. 3 against Lipscomb. Page 1 of 1. (East Tennessean, TN)
The change came about after Michael Herkov, a professor at the University of North Florida, told Channel 4 he was cited by the city for not following the rules when he was trying to feed some homeless people. Herkov filed a lawsuit, claiming his rights as a Christian were violated. (News4Jax.com, FL)
The University of North Florida will test the Atlantic Coast Conference waters twice this season, with games at Clemson and Miami the highlights of the schedule announced Monday. "Once again our schedule is very demanding, and that is indicative of the amount of road contests we play this season," coach Matt Kilcullen said. (Florida Times-Union)
"The fact that John McCain knew [about the pregnancy] and went ahead shows he believed that the stigma would not be problematic" for his candidacy, said Adam Shapiro, chairman of the department of sociology and anthropology at the University of North Florida. Back in the day. (Florida Times-Union)
The Owls won two of their three matches at the FAU Invitational last weekend, defeating Bethune-Cookman University and the University of North Florida before falling to the University of Northern Iowa. This weekend's event marks a return to the home state of FAU setter. (Fausports.com)
For example, come graduation, 17-year-old senior Mary Hertz will already be well on her way to her dream at the University of North Florida. "With all these courses, I will probably be entering UNF as a junior. My brother is a bit upset about it because he is a freshman," Hertz said. (Florida Times-Union)
That was a drop from a similar University of North Florida poll listing a 54 percent approval rating. Miller said the challenge lies in getting employees to step forward. (Florida Times-Union)
Feb. 18-22: Meet the Music at the University of North Florida ... University of North Florida. (Florida Times-Union)
Patrick Welsh, executive director of the Advanced Weather Information Systems Lab at the University of North Florida said Georgia s low hurricane frequency rate has more to do with the atmosphere above the coastline than the state s shape. A high pressure ridge of air helps steer storms away from the Georgia coast. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
BRUCE LIPSKY/The Times-UnionUniversity of North Florida student Andrea Farmer, 18, picks out the text for her biology class ... BRUCE LIPSKY/The Times-UnionWhen University of North Florida student J.P. McCall (left) checks out of the college's bookstore with books for three of his four classes, he expects it to cost from $250 to $300 ... University of North Florida: $44. (Florida Times-Union)
College: Sacred Heart University, University of North Florida. Notes: Offensive coordinator; played wide receiver at Sacred Heart; former Forrest High JV coach. (Florida Times-Union)
He received a bachelor's degree in 2005 from the University of North Florida. Copyright MyClaysun. (Florida Times-Union)
Our class at the University of North Florida, Real World Power and the Superpower Myth, taught by Ambassador Nancy Soderberg, studied the challenges today in U.S.-Russian relations and came up with a package of recommendations Washington should pursue. We presented our ideas to senior U.S. officials this spring. (Florida Times-Union)
Now a freshman at the University of North Florida studying biology, she wants to stay in Jacksonville and become a doctor to help others the way she's been helped. "I spent basically all my childhood and most of my life in hospitals," she said. (Florida Times-Union)
For instance, Volunteer Jacksonville has been an active partner with the Times-Union and the University of North Florida in the Hope Fund, the annual holiday project to help the less fortunate. But for the last few years, the group has been moving to a more active style through a link with national groups called the Hands-On Network and the Points of Light Foundation. (Florida Times-Union)
The most Krystal hamburgers that University of North Florida nursing student Farrell Hoffman had ever eaten in one sitting was two. That's it. (Florida Times-Union)
Jim King, University of North Florida President John Delaney and the editor of the Jacksonville Business Journal are among 176 people the St. Johns Riverkeeper group identified last week as witnesses for an October hearing in front of an administrative law judge in Sanford. Business leaders, writers, artists, lawyers and leaders of community groups such as the Greater Arlington Civic Council also are on the list, which was filed last week with the state's Division of Administrative Hearings. (Florida Times-Union)
Bounced from sponsor to sponsor, the group recently lived off about $10,000 annually from the University of North Florida. With a budget crunch, the university pulled its funding this year, and during the summer King wondered if the program would make it. (Florida Times-Union)
Andrew Collette, a University of North Florida junior, created a group blasting what he characterizes as UNF's draconian parking rules: It's called "This world would be so much better without UNF parking services." There are 130 members. In the group's description, Collette unleashes an obscenity-punctuated rant that started when he found a boot on his car. (Florida Times-Union)
The Jacksonville Commitment will provide scholarships to graduates of Jacksonville's public high schools to attend the University of North Florida, Jacksonville University, Edward Waters College or Florida Community College at Jacksonville. To qualify, the students would have to meet the entrance requirement of the schools and would have had to be eligible for the free and reduced lunch program while in high school. (Florida Times-Union)
Learn cattle management: Specialists from the University of North Florida will be teaching "Fine Tuning Cattle Management Skills" at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Nassau County Fairgrounds. The free class is part of the Northeast Florida Master Cattlemen series. (Florida Times-Union)
Henry Thomas, an associate professor of political science at the University of North Florida, said voters seemed to go against "civil rights-era" elected officials. A lot of them supported Hillary Clinton for the Democratic nomination for president, he said, but Jacksonville voted for Barack Obama. (Florida Times-Union)
BRUCE LIPSKY/The Times-UnionBy immersing herself in the history of Jacksonville, Carolyn Williams, associate professor at the University of North Florida, has become known as one of the region's most prominent local historians ... Williams, an associate professor in the history department at the University of North Florida and author of a photo history of Jacksonville, speaks tonight at the Karpeles Museum on a broader history of black life in Jacksonville. (Florida Times-Union)
Lori Lange, associate professor of psychology at the University of North Florida, said there are five steps bystanders usually undergo to respond to an emergency: 1) Seeing the emergency 2) Defining it as an emergency 3) Assuming responsibility 4) Deciding what action to take 5) Taking action ... Its definition is simple: That the more people there are witnessing an incident, the less likely it is anyone will step in to help, said Lori Lange, associate professor of psychology at the University... (Florida Times-Union)
Any graduate of a Jacksonville public high school who qualified for the free or reduced lunch program will be eligible for a scholarship to attend the University of North Florida, Edward Waters College, Jacksonville University or Florida Community College at Jacksonville. One of the keys is to get low-income students who normally wouldn't think about college thinking in that direction. (Florida Times-Union)
The workshop will be led by Deborah Kaye, associate vice president for enrollment services at the University of North Florida. Students age 15-18 and their families may attend for $35 for JCA members and $55 for non-members. (Florida Times-Union)
JOHN PEMBERTON/The Times-UnionParents help move new students into Osprey Hall at the University of North Florida on Saturday ... A wet and windy visit from Tropical Storm Fay delayed most students from moving in Friday, which led to big lines at the University of North Florida on Saturday. (Florida Times-Union)
An associate anthropology professor at the University of North Florida will spend the fall semester in Indonesia, courtesy of a Fulbright Senior Scholar Grant, a UNF news release says ... Many outstanding students attend the University of North Florida, which is widely acclaimed for its rigorous academic standards. (Florida Times-Union)
Robert "Buzz" Thunen, an archaeologist at the University of North Florida, is among many who have dug in vain for the ancient settlement. He's hoping to launch another search next summer, using land-penetrating radar that, he thinks, might find the ghostly outline of the fort where a middle-class subdivision now stands. (Florida Times-Union)
BOB SELF/The Times-UnionJimmy Foster, a student at the University of North Florida, uses a makeshift sail to glide through Jacksonville Beach. Click Thumbnails to View. (Florida Times-Union)
- The University of North Florida will be closed for business today. No decision has been made on Friday, but it looks likely the campus will remain open. (Florida Times-Union)
The University of North Florida will close at 2 p.m. today. Castillo San Marco and Fort Matanzas in St. Johns County will be closed today and Thursday. (Florida Times-Union)
The study even notes the savings could be even greater to taxpayers if the community college system, the University of North Florida and the Duval County public school system joined the mix. Mayor John Peyton's team cooperated with TaxWatch, and the mayor vowed to look closely at the recommendations with the City Council and how to pursue them. (Florida Times-Union)
"What we're seeing here is the potential for a reshaping of the retail landscape in America," says Gregory Gunlach, a marketing professor at the University of North Florida, who was an expert witness for the plaintiff in last year's Supreme Court case. State attorneys general are warning that minimum pricing, also known as "resale price maintenance," will feed inflation. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Seven players from the First Coast, South Georgia and the University of North Florida will compete in the U.S. Amateur at Pinehurst, N.C., beginning with stroke-play qualifying Monday and Tuesday. Each player will compete in one round at the Pinehurst No. 2 course and one at the No. 4 course. (Florida Times-Union)
Grand finale: It's your last chance to experience "An Evening of 20th Century Music" with Charlotte Mabrey and her talented friends to benefit percussion scholarships at the University of North Florida, 8 p.m., Lazzara Theater, UNF, donations encouraged. Sunday, Aug. 24. (Florida Times-Union)
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