1980-1989

1980

Andrew Robinson becomes the interim president of UNF.

New library opens.

Governor Graham vetoes the UNF-UF merger bill.

1981

The library is renamed as the Thomas G. Carpenter Library, dedicated on August 15.

UNF theater opens for first production.

1982

5,500 students are enrolled in UNF.

July 1, 1982 - Curtis L. McCray becomes UNF's second president.

1983

Intercollegiate athletic program begins.

1984

First year that Freshmen are admitted to UNF.

1985

Osprey Village, first on-campus housing, opens.

1986

Women's Tennis Team wins the NAIA National Championship.

Library's on-line catalog (LUIS) replaces card catalog.

1987

The Aquatic Center and Olympic size pool opens.

1988

The College of Health is established.

John E. Mathews Jr. Computer and Information Sciences Building dedicated.

Monique French becomes the first four-year student to graduate with a perfect 4.0 GPA.

Groundbreaking for Andrew A. Robinson Jr. Student Life Center.

1989

Adam W. Herbert becomes UNF's third president.

UNF is re-accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Osprey Hall, a $3.7 million, 250-bed residence hall, opens.

Founder's Hall dedicated.

College of Computer and Information Sciences established.