Some of Geneseo's seniors find ways to enrich their college experience through their art and creativity.
Read MoreCollege to conclude construction over summer, plans ahead for future projects
The Planning and Construction Office has started finalizing the construction project in Sturges Quad and intends for it to be completed to be by the start of the 2018-19 academic year, according to Director of Facilities Planning and Construction Michael Neiderbach. Following that task, the office will start assessing future renovation opportunities.
Read MoreConcern arises after unidentified organization approaches multiple students on-campus
Some students have reported being solicited by a religious group in front of both Milne Library and the Integrated Science Center. The religious recruiters were two women, both in their 30s, according to biology major junior Sara McKiernan.
Read MoreAcademic department to create programs allowing students to complete expedited Masters’ degrees
The Department of Political Science and International Relations has entered into a partnership with the Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy at the University of Albany to provide a shortened track for a master’s degree in public administration.
Read MoreQuestions over Geneseo email privacy follow University of Rochester’s secret investigation of professors’ accounts
Controversy regarding the security of two professors’ email accounts at University of Rochester has raised concerns among some Geneseo faculty and students as to the college’s guidelines on email confidentiality.
Read MoreCommittees tasked with occupying vacant senior administrative positions near completion of national search
The college is finishing its hiring process for a new Vice President for Finance and Administration and a new Chief Diversity Officer. The committees have conducted national searches, narrowing the pool down to three and five candidates, respectively, to assess, pending President Denise Battles’s final decision.
Read MoreTragedy hits Junior League’s Humboldt Broncos, hockey community mourns unexpected loss
The Humboldt Broncos of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League were on a team bus on their way to a playoff game in Nipawin, Saskatchewan on the night of Friday April 6. Just shy of 30 passengers boarded the bus.
Read MoreWomen’s lacrosse continues to build on their undefeated record
The Geneseo women’s lacrosse team is still undefeated with a record of 11-0. Week after week, the team has come prepared to play and has left with well-deserved victories. This past week was no different.
Read MoreKnight of the Week: Chris Popovici
Head track and field coach and assistant cross country coach Chris Popovici was a multi-sport athlete before coming to Geneseo, where he transitioned to running cross country and track and field full time. Growing up in Pittsford, N.Y., he played basketball and cross-country skied in addition to running.
Read MoreTennis hopes to bounce back from early adversity
The Geneseo tennis team is readying itself for the Division III NCAA Tournament. After giving their all against five teams over the course of two weekends, the Knights came away with a 1-4 record.
Read MoreMen’s lacrosse attributes team confidence to success, looks to win conference games
The Geneseo men’s lacrosse team continues to take on their out-of-league opponents as they defeated St. John Fisher College 9-8 on Monday April 9. The men continued this win streak when they beat SUNY Brockport 3-2 on Wednesday April 11. They hope to continue adding victories to their record as they prepare to play SUNY Oswego on Saturday April 14.
Read MoreWomen’s and gender studies major to incorporate multiple departments
Geneseo’s women’s and gender studies program has expanded to become a major this academic year. Previously, the only options for students were either doing a minor or concentration as part of the education program.
Read MoreBiology major pursues research on housing policy, discrimination
As his college career comes to an end, biology major senior Ryan Carpenter decided to deviate from the sciences and pursue something completely different.
Read MorePolitical science lecture emphasizes Syrian citizens’ perspective on conflict
When politicians pontificate and bombs abound, the world may miss the voices of the people. Northwestern University political scientist Wendy Pearlman sought to elevate those voices in her 2017 book We Crossed A Bridge and It Trembled: Voices from Syria.
Read MoreCelebrity relationships alter followers’ perceptions of love
Think of your favorite celebrity couple, what it is that you love about them and why you love them so much. Now imagine that couple publicly announcing that they are splitting up. The devastation this brings to fans is hard, real and makes people believe that ‘love is dead.’
Read MoreGeneseo ONE VOICE campaign features dedicated athletes on-campus, explores individuality, personal accomplishments
The belief that student athletes have it all is not unheard of. With possible perks, such as increased academic priority and higher quality workout facilities, plus a wider social circle and notable popularity in the student body, many argue that the student athlete lifestyle is one to envy.
Read MoreTommy Hilfiger Adaptive leads industry in inclusive fashion, creates accommodating design changes for physically disabled individuals
Tommy Hilfiger released a new line called Tommy Hilfiger Adaptive, which features clothing comfortable and easy to wear for all individuals, according to Buzzfeed. These clothing items were designed for the physically disabled and they cater to these individuals’ specific disabilities.
Read MoreImperative for college attendees to receive more than job prep from higher education institutions
It seems that the focus of higher education is mainly for students to have a successful career. While such a goal is important for these institutions and for students, college attendees must demand that universities shift their emphasis to teaching critical thinking skills as well.
Read MoreProgressive New York decision to provide free female sanitary products in schools shows requirement for gender equality
Free feminine hygiene products will now be provided to girls in grades six through 12 in New York State public schools, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced in a tweet on April 2.
Read MoreYouTube headquarters shooting continues to indicate severity of gun violence in U.S.
The United States, unfortunately, witnessed yet another act of gun violence in San Bruno, Calif., at YouTube’s headquarters on April 3, according to The Washington Post.
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