Some students have expressed concern over the college’s exclusion of American Sign Language from the general education foreign language requirement. SUNY recommended that colleges allow ASL to fulfill the requirement in summer 2017, according to Dean of Academic Planning and Advising and professor of English Celia Easton.
Read MoreWomen’s lacrosse loses perfect record, fired up for future triumph
The Geneseo women’s lacrosse team is no longer undefeated. The Knights received their first loss of the season on Saturday April 14 against SUNY Cortland. It was an intense, back and forth match up, but Cortland pulled away and won by a score of 15-10.
Read MoreKnight of the Week: Anna Merante
Junior third baseman Anna Merante has played softball since she was eight years old on the Orange Crush Pittsford Little League team. Donning a bright fluorescent orange jersey, Merante joined the team to play with her friends.
Read MoreMen’s lacrosse rely on strong culture, confidence for success
Despite their loss to SUNY Oswego on Sunday April 15, the Geneseo men’s lacrosse team is looking forward to improving as the weather warms up.
Read MoreTrack obtains solid results despite unexpected cold conditions
The Geneseo track and field team split squads this past weekend and sent contingents to Pennsylvania for one invitational at Bucknell University and another at Westminster University. Both brought success for the athletes, who were finally able to benefit from good weather and healthy competition.
Read MoreSoftball maintains win streak, strives to dominate for remainder of season
The Geneseo softball team has had to fight both their opponents and the weather this season. The Knights have still managed to compile wins and currently sit at third in the SUNYAC with a 7-1 conference record and a 18-4 record overall.
Read MoreColleges Against Cancer’s annual Relay For Life celebration raises awareness, money for cancer research
Almost a year of preparation, a 12-hour-long event, 1,931 participants and $162,208.65 raised. These statistics characterized the annual Relay For Life fundraiser this year.
Read MoreRetiring distinguished teaching professor of English delivers farewell address to community
After 49 years of service to the college, distinguished teaching professor of English Ron Herzman will retire at the end of the spring 2018 semester. His impact will be remembered on-campus, which was shown through the attendance and reception of his final lecture, “Dancing with the Stars: Cook, Towsley, McCoy—and Dante.”
Read MoreGREAT Day honors excellence across vast disciplines
Geneseo Recognizing Excellence, Achievement and Talent Day spotlighted the academic and artistic pursuits of students, who have spent the semester, or longer, preparing their presentations.
Read MoreAlumnus returns to pursue interest, talent in music
Trumpet performance major junior Sam Dole is back at Geneseo for the second time and could not be more thrilled about it. Dole is on the music education track and is set to earn his Bachelor of Arts in trumpet performance—but this is not the first degree he will have earned at Geneseo.
Read MoreCost-effective alternative methods to prevent salinization necessary to protect production of agricultural crops
Salinization refers to the salt content reaching levels where it affects agriculture and environmental health. It is commonly caused by heavy or improper use of irrigation systems. The issue of salinization did not receive enough attention and solutions must be found before damage is done.
Read MorePrint journalism remains important form of community, despite incessant attacks from various political figures
Pundits and politicians have readily eulogized the death of the First Amendment free speech protections in communities across the country, declaring that safe spaces and trigger warnings have dealt free speech its death knell.
Read MoreStudents must thoughtfully use Geneseo Speaks platform for change on-campus
College students deserve to have their voice heard on how the institution they attend is run. Due to the high tuition rates and the amount of time students spend living on-campus, it is imperative the administration takes students’ concerns seriously.
Read MoreParkland victims unjustly face ridicule, blatant disrespect from public figures
The Parkland students have endured a horrific school shooting. These devastated students are now receiving cruel backlash from cynical right-wing commentators in the wake of this tragedy.
Read MoreIncarcerated individuals deserve inclusion in social movement against sexual assault
Since the beginning of the “#MeToo” movement, countless sexual assault survivors have come forward, telling their stories and demanding acknowledgement. One major group of survivors, however, has been wrongfully silenced thanks to harmful stereotypes: incarcerated individuals.
Read MoreLamar rightfully awarded Pulitzer Prize recognizing hip-hop, politically significant art
Hip-hop musician Kendrick Lamar received a Pulitzer Prize for his album DAMN. This victory for Lamar is significant, not only for rap music, but for making an important statement in the current political climate.
Read MorePercussion Ensemble set to surprise in circus-style concert
Jumping, shouting, even slamming trashcans on the Wadsworth Auditorium stage—the Geneseo Percussion Ensemble is rehearsing for a concert that promises to be anything but traditional.
Read MoreDebut album of female rapper diverges from norms of male dominated industry
Belcalis Almanzar—professionally known as Cardi B—is exactly the type of female rapper the music industry needs in the current political climate. While women in the music industry, especially those who rap, are typically unfairly ridiculed, Cardi B’s musical talent cannot be questioned or demeaned.
Read MoreSpanish play inspires audience to ponder disparity between ethnic identity, ancestry
Comedic play “La Gringa,” written by playwright Carmen Rivera, explores the journey of a woman facing the meaning of her cultural background for the first time.
Read MoreDance company modifies traditional style with exuberant music, modern choreography
Ballet is a classical form of dance that many recognize to be full of twirls and peaceful music. Dance group Ballet Memphis steps away from that archetype, instead making its performances more modern and entertaining even to those unfamiliar with more basic types of dance.
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