University of North FloridaStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall 2026 First Half Session

The semester, explained for University of North Florida

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 First Half Session
Campus terms
30
Local details
24

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 First Half Session runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 9, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

15 entries
  1. Summer 2026 8-Week Session
  2. Summer 2026 10-Week Session
  3. Summer 2026 Full Term
  4. Summer 2026 B Session
  5. Fall 2026 First Half SessionRelevant now
  6. Fall 2026 Full Term
  7. Fall 2026 Second Half Session
  8. Spring 2027 First Half Session
  9. Spring 2027 Full Term
  10. Spring 2027 Second Half Session
  11. Summer 2027 A Session
  12. Summer 2027 8-Week Session
  13. Summer 2027 10-Week Session
  14. Summer 2027 Full Term
  15. Summer 2027 B Session

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30 terms

C

Candy Lady
A legendary and beloved staff member at the Osprey Cafe known for her positive attitude and greeting students.
CSI
Center for Student Involvement, the office that oversees student clubs, Greek life, and leadership programs.

D

Dining Dollars
Funds attached to a meal plan that can only be used at on-campus food vendors.

E

Einstein's
The Einstein Bros. Bagels location situated on the first floor of the library.

L

Lend-a-Wing
The student-run food pantry that provides free food and hygiene items to students in need.
LGBTRC
The LGBTQ Center, providing resources and support for the campus community.

M

Market Days
The weekly event held on Wednesdays at the Student Union where local vendors and clubs set up tables.

O

O-Team
The Orientation Team, student leaders who guide new students during orientation sessions.
OFSL
Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life.
OP
Osprey Productions, the student-led programming board that organizes concerts, movies, and comedy shows.
Outtakes
Convenience stores located around campus for quick snacks, drinks, and grab-and-go meals.
Ozzie
The name of the UNF Osprey mascot.
Ozzie Bucks
A prepaid account on the Osprey1Card that works like cash at dining, the bookstore, and vending machines.

S

SG
Student Government, the body that represents student interests and manages the Activity and Service fee.
Swoop
The official greeting, cheer, and hand gesture (mimicking an osprey's wings) of the UNF community.

T

The Bamboo Forest
A specific scenic area within the campus nature trails popular for photos and relaxation.
The Boathouse
A long-standing campus restaurant in the Student Union known for its lake views and social atmosphere.
The Cafe
The Osprey Cafe, the main all-you-care-to-eat dining hall on campus.
The Cove
Osprey Cove, a popular freshman residence hall known for its suite-style layout.
The Crossings
Osprey Crossings, a freshman residence hall featuring suite-style rooms.
The Flats
The Flats at UNF, an apartment complex located on the edge of campus offering a more independent living style.
The Fountains
Osprey Fountains, the luxury-style dorms located furthest from the main campus core.
The Green
The Coxwell Amphitheater and surrounding grassy lawn used for major outdoor events and lounging.
The Landing
Osprey Landing, one of the central freshman housing complexes.
The Landings
Osprey Landing, one of the primary housing options for first-year students.
The Ridge
The nature trails and wooded areas surrounding the campus, often used for hiking and recreation.
The Slice
The pizza and Italian-style dining location found within the Student Union food court.
The Trails
The extensive nature preserve and hiking trails that run through the UNF campus.
The Village
Osprey Village, apartment-style housing typically reserved for upperclassmen.

U

UPD
University Police Department, the on-campus law enforcement agency.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

24 details
Blue Lights
Emergency towers with call buttons located throughout campus that connect directly to UPD.
Building 1
J.J. Daniel Hall, the main administrative building housing Admissions and Financial Aid.
Building 51
The Social Sciences building, a common location for many general education classes.
Building 58
The Student Union, the central hub for student life and organizations.
Canvas
The learning management system used by professors to post assignments, grades, and course materials.
chick_fil_a
Chick-fil-A
DoubleMap
The mobile app used by students to track the location and arrival times of the campus shuttles.
einstein_bros_bagels
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Lend-A-Wing
The student-run food pantry that provides free food and hygiene items to students in need.
Market Days
A weekly event held every Wednesday at the Student Union featuring local vendors and student orgs.
MyWings
The primary web portal for students to access grades, registration, and financial aid.
One-Stop
The centralized office in Building 1 for handling registration, records, and financial aid inquiries.
Osprey 1Card
The official student ID used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Osprey Transit
The campus shuttle system that transports students between the dorms, parking lots, and main campus.
osprey_caf
Osprey Café
Osprey1Card
The official multi-purpose identification card used for building access, meal plans, and library services.
Ozzie’s
The campus-wide online portal and mobile app used for checking grades, schedules, and financial aid.
pita_pit
Pita Pit
starbucks
Starbucks
The Arena
The UNF Arena (Building 34), home to basketball games and graduation ceremonies.
The Connector
The campus shuttle system that transports students between the residence halls, parking lots, and main campus.
The Lib
The Thomas G. Carpenter Library, the main academic resource and study building.
The SU
The Student Union, the central hub for student activities, dining, and the bookstore.
The Wellness
The Student Wellness and Sports Education Center, which houses the campus gym and fitness facilities.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 First Half Session runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 9, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
30 approved campus terms and 24 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Jacksonville for University of North Florida Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Jacksonville.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,400

Cost of Living Index

94

Student Population

45,000

City Transportation

Walkability

26

Bikeability

41

Public Transit

Jacksonville Transportation Authority bus system, Jacksonville Skyway automated people mover

Nearest Airports

Jacksonville International Airport, Cecil Airport, Jacksonville Executive at Craig Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

69°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Data sources: 2020 U.S. Census; Wikipedia

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Arena Parking Garage (Garage 38)

garage • High (Floors 2-4 for visitors)

Visitor parking available on upper floors.

Gray Lot 18

surface_lot • High

Massive lot, rarely full; requires shuttle or long walk.

Fine Arts Center Garage (Garage 44)

garage • Moderate

Visitor parking on floors 2-4.

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Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of North Florida

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

17 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Barnett Hall

Capacity: 300

Room types: 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom

Hicks Honors College Residence Hall

Hodges Hall

Capacity: 280

Room types: 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom

Honors Village

Capacity: 150

Room types: double, triple

Humphrey Hall

Capacity: 500

Room types: single, double

Living-Learning Community Hall

Capacity: 220

Room types: single, double

Osborne Hall

Capacity: 400

Room types: double, triple

Osprey Cove

Room types: triple-occupancy, individual rooms for some disabled students

Osprey Crossings

Room types: triple-occupancy, some individual rooms for disabled students

Osprey Flats

Room types: 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom

Osprey Fountains

Capacity: 1,000

Room types: single, double

Osprey Hall

Room types: double-occupancy

Osprey Landing

Room types: triple-occupancy, some individual rooms for disabled students

Osprey Ridge

Capacity: 520

Room types: not specified

Osprey Village

Capacity: 435

Room types: multiple-occupancy apartments

Peacock Hall

Capacity: 350

Room types: double, triple

The Flats at UNF

Capacity: 473

Room types: apartment units

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@northflorida.edu

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