Archive for the ‘32-10’ Category

UNF administrators have been trying to establish a larger presence in the community for years. In 2004 they began the transition of upgrading the athletic program to Division I status. In 2006 they approved proposals for several new construction projects. And during the past two years, they’ve implemented several community-based transformational learning programs. Full story

When a student violates university policy, several members of the UNF community get involved in the process of dealing with the student. The Division of Student Affairs, the Student Conduct office and UPD all cooperate together to ensure the community’s welfare and proper functioning. “ is predominantly a learning opportunity where students get a chance to reflect on their conduct and evaluate how it relates to the ... Full story

Sept. 29 – Harassment (not specified) – A student made a complaint with UPD about her roommate sending her several threatening text messages and potentially starting a fight about something she said to her. UPD advised her to contact them if anything else should arise. Sept. 30 – Sick person (Building 12) – UPD responded to a student who stated she was dizzy and about ... Full story

On the heels of the presidential candidates’ stop in the First Coast, Gov. Sarah Palin visited the Jacksonville Landing to speak to more than 5,000 supporters. Palin continued her role as “attack dog” by alleging Sen. Barack Obama lacks dedication to the troops, supports high tax policies and has an association with domestic terrorist William Ayers. Among those present, Robert Foster, UNF College Republican president, sparred with ... Full story

Democratic presidential nominee Sen. Barack Obama hosted a conference call Oct. 4 with more than 60 college media outlets to discuss what students have at stake in this election. Obama discussed affordable college tuition and after-graduation job placement, as well as several other initiatives that affect students. He promised to help give young people greater access to the American dream by giving a tax cut to every ... Full story

The Gallup Daily Poll tracking has Sen. Obama with a nine-point lead over Sen. McCain in likely voters polled between Oct. 4-6. This is the biggest lead Obama has had since he accepted the presidential nomination on the Democrats’ ticket. Full story

Cross contamination is hindering efforts to improve recycling at UNF despite new trash cans, recycle bins and raised student awareness, said Jerry Garner, assistant superintendent of the UNF Recycling/Refuse Center. Cross contamination occurs when trash is thrown in with recyclables and must be taken out by hand. “Make a point to put the trash in the trash and the recycle in the recycle,” Garner said. Approximately 150 brown ... Full story

A quick look at the various parking and transit options at some Florida universities gives a side-by-side comparison of the factors most important to students. Full story

Gandhi supporters met on campus near the Gandhi statue Oct. 2, singing songs and presenting speeches about the beliefs and teachings of the peaceful leader. The group met for International Non-Violence Day, which is also Gandhi’s birthday. The celebration was a reminder that the core teachings of Gandhi were non-violence, truth and peace, according to the Gandhi Memorial Society. Full story

About 30 volunteers from a humanitarian group met Oct. 4 to pick up litter and weed landscape beds around campus. Although students were allowed to sign up and participate, none showed. The Gandhi Memorial Society, a non-profit organization in Jacksonville, collaborated with South Asian Americans Leading Together and UNF’s Volunteer Center to make the event possible. Physical Facilities provided all the tools needed. Most of the volunteers ... Full story