Barrett: Carly Fiorina's pro-life stance on abortion contradicts feminist ideals

In the Oct. 9 issue of The Lamron, the editorial “Despite Planned Parenthood Stance, Fiorina Still a Feminist” said, “Some may question how [Republican presidential candidate Carly Fiorina] could truly be a feminist without being pro-choice.”

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Barrett: Wealth in America: Wage gap emphasizes lost economic promise

Sorry folks, but the American Dream is a lie. According to the Federal Reserve Survey, the bottom 90 percent of Americans currently hold 22.8 percent of the household wealth. Meanwhile, the top 0.1 percent holds 22 percent of the wealth.

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“Ching Chong Chinaman” humorously tackles stereotypes

GENseng's spring production, “Ching Chong Chinaman,” provides its audience with both lighthearted and satirical humor presented through the lives of the members of the Wong family.

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Holocaust survivor connects with students

Geneseo Hillel brought Holocaust survivor Henry Silberstern to campus to speak about his experiences in recognition of Holocaust Memorial Day on Monday April 22. Silberstern was born in Czechoslovakia in 1930 and in 1938 his family moved to Prague, hoping to avoid the brewing problems in Germany. Unfortunately, Germany invaded Czechoslovakia.

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Class Profile: Sports reporting reveals curve balls in professional journalism, media

COMN 288: Sports Reporting and Broadcasting is an experimental course being taught by adjunct lecturer of communication Nathan Lull '07. It focuses on providing real life experience and honest information to students interested in pursuing sports journalism.

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Greek Corner: Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority starts Geneseo chapter

According to Alpha Sigma Tau Educational Leadership Consultant Jennifer Mullins, the national sorority is all about active, self-reliant and trustworthy women.

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Study Abroad: Students discover heritage, cuisine in Florence, Italy

Senior Rebecca Simeone spent the fall 2012 semester immersed in Italian culture as part of a study abroad program centered in Florence, Italy.

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Spanish spelling bee poses linguistic challenge

La Casa Hispánica, Geneseo’s Spanish Club, held its second annual Spanish spelling bee on Tuesday Feb. 26 in Newton 203.

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Storytelling Institute provides oral narrative outlet

The Geneseo Storytelling Institute, founded in spring 2012, is back for a second successful program of workshops and performances.

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Class Profile: ANTH 288 course applies fieldwork to food culture

ANTH 288: Anthropology of Food focuses on the cultural, social and physical implications of food in present societies.

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Class Profile: DANC 340 examines masculine stereotypes

Visiting assistant professor of dance Mark Broomfield’s class DANC 340: Black Masculinities: The Body and Performance is focused on informing students about the prevalence of black male stereotypes in current society in order to revolutionize their perspectives on masculinity.

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Invasion of Privacy: Senior Joel Inbody explores immersive religious lifestyles, cultivates spirited debates

No one on campus would suspect that senior Joel Inbody, calm and unassuming, is both an undercover agent and a president.

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Geva Theatre presents intimate family drama

Geva Theatre’s production of rock musical “Next to Normal,” running from Jan. 8 to Feb. 10, is an electrifying and emotional show, and anything but ordinary.

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Canine comfort for “ruff” times

For students who don’t feel that the hundreds of on-campus squirrels are a suitable substitute for their pets at home, there’s a better option - Sophie the therapy dog.

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Student Residence Life: Writers House is a tight-knit community abuzz with creativity

No doubt I live in one of the quietest residence halls on campus, with about 20 people per floor and less than 80 of us in the entire building. Seneca Hall, also known as Writers House, is generally calm and hushed, but behind suite doors hums creative energy.

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Soul, rock ‘n’ roll resonate in Tony award-winning “Memphis”

Geneseo Upstate Escapes offered a trip to the musical “Memphis” on Sunday Dec. 2. The show, which ran at the Rochester Auditorium Theatre from Nov. 27 to Dec. 2, won four Tony Awards in 2010 for its Broadway performance, including Best Musical, and for good reason.

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Barrett: Education system must accommodate introverts

Group posters, group papers, group compositions – oh my! The Geneseo faculty has swamped my first semester with work that requires me to play well with others in an attempt to cater to the rising trend of a perceived need for extroverted leadership in society.

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Invasion of Privacy: Senior Melissa Graham exemplifies leadership through Residence Life, GOLD, athletics

Senior Melissa Graham holds leadership positions in several aspects of campus and community life - she’s a team captain, a resident assistant, a Geneseo Opportunities for Leadership Development mentor, a community advocates ambassador in community engagement and the assistant manager of the Geneseo Farmers Market.

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National French Week celebrates widespread francophone culture

The department of languages and literatures and the Geneseo French Club, Le Cercle Français hosted La Semaine Nationale du Français, or National French Week from Nov. 8-14. Promoted by the American Association of Teachers of French, National French Week is an annual celebration of francophone culture and language across the country.

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DIY: Dazzling details finish spaces with flair

Sometimes it’s the details that make a big difference when transitioning your dorm room from boring to vivacious.

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