Madelyn Schneider Archives - UNF Spinnaker
Madelyn Schneider is Spinnaker's current editor-in-chief. She is a sophomore majoring in English and minoring in mass communication at the University of North Florida. Madelyn began her work for Spinnaker as its news editor in the spring of 2024. Although she's still undecided on the path she'll choose after graduating, Madelyn knows whatever she ends up doing will involve a lot of what she loves most: writing. The University of North Florida faculty union filed a class action grievance against the university on Friday, alleging that UNF violated the union’s agreements on post-tenure review guidelines.
In a recent development, all classes and on-campus activities have been canceled for Thursday and Friday, according to a UNF campus alert sent out at 4:52 p.m. The University plans to resume normal operations soon.
Voces y Caras Exhibit
One upcoming event is the Voces y Caras exhibit at the University of North Florida Art Gallery. This immersive exhibit will showcase Hispanic voices and faces in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
The power outage incident that injured two lineworkers was caused by an “electrical arc fire,” according to JEA. The University of North Florida restored power on campus after the incident.
Student Mental Health
According to the Healthy Minds Network 2023 survey, about a third of college students have some kind of anxiety or mood disorder. Shana Sopko, group coordinator and licensed mental health counselor at UNF, provided insights into this issue.
Updates on Campus Events
Last Tuesday, the University of North Florida's Student Government announced that comedian Kenan Thompson will be performing at an on-campus comedy show. Additionally, students shared their experiences during a choir tour of Finland, Latvia, and Estonia.
Parking permit sales have begun for UNF students, with tips from the Director of Business and Parking Services on campus parking. The Osprey Connector shuttle service app will be replaced by the TransLoc app.
Upcoming Events and Research
This summer, the University of North Florida will host various events for students, including the annual homecoming concert OzFest. The university also received a research grant from NASA for studying young stars.
UNF MedNexus is introducing new degree programs in Palm Coast. Moreover, the American Sign Language and Interpreting Program received recognition for its quality education.
Student Engagement and Initiatives
The University of North Florida continues to foster student engagement through events like Career Week and Giving Day. The Student Government's revised constitution is up for student approval in upcoming elections.
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Community Outreach and Impact
The university is actively involved in the community, as seen through events like Sexual Assault Awareness Month initiatives and the establishment of awards for Duval County teachers.
Political Discussions
Political discussions are also prevalent on campus, with speakers like U.S.-Russia relations analyst Matthew Rojansky sharing insights with students. The upcoming debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden is anticipated.
As the November election approaches, Florida voters can expect a range of candidates and proposed constitutional amendments on the ballot.
