University of North Florida

UNF Social Sciences Building

Thomas G. Carpenter Library

UNF Student Union pic

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Coggin College of Business

Brooks Brown Hall UNF

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UNF College of Education building

University of North Florida

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Motto	No one like you. No place like this.
Type	Public university
Established	1965
Endowment	$126.5 million (2021)
President	David Szymanski
Provost	Karen Patterson
Students	17,016 (Fall 2020)
Undergraduates	14,734 (Fall 2020)
Postgraduates	2,282 (Fall 2020)
Location	Jacksonville , Florida , United States
Campus	Urban, 1,300 acres
Colors	Blue and Gray
Nickname	Ospreys
Affiliations	State University System of Florida
Mascot	Ozzie the Osprey
Website	www.unf.edu

The University of North Florida (UNF) is a public university in Jacksonville, Florida. It is part of the State University System of Florida. The university was established in 1965 and began offering classes in 1972. UNF is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

History

The University of North Florida was founded in 1965, with the first classes held in 1972. Initially, the university offered only upper-level and graduate courses, but it expanded to include lower-level courses in 1984. The university has grown significantly since its inception, both in terms of student population and campus size.

Campus

The UNF campus is located on a 1,300-acre nature preserve, which includes lakes, nature trails, and wildlife. The campus features modern facilities, including the Thomas G. Carpenter Library, the UNF Arena, and the Student Union.

Academics

UNF offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs through its five colleges:

• College of Arts and Sciences
• Coggin College of Business
• College of Computing, Engineering and Construction
• College of Education and Human Services
• Brooks College of Health

Student Life

UNF has a vibrant student life with over 200 student clubs and organizations. The university also offers various recreational activities, including intramural sports, fitness programs, and outdoor adventures.

Athletics

The university's athletic teams are known as the North Florida Ospreys. They compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the ASUN Conference. The university offers a variety of sports, including basketball, soccer, and track and field.

Notable Alumni

UNF has produced many notable alumni, including business leaders, politicians, and athletes. Some of the notable alumni include:

• Aaron Bean, Florida State Senator
• Todd Haley, NFL coach
• Brian Shriver, professional soccer player

Related Pages

• State University System of Florida
• Jacksonville, Florida
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
• North Florida Ospreys

External Links

• Official website