Crime log trends suggest Southside residence halls with most freshmen have increased crime

The largest amount of crime on campus occurs in residence halls that house primarily freshmen, according to the University Police Crime Log. The most common crimes include possession of marijuana and petit larceny.

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Administration announces plan to address college’s financial health, sustainability

President Denise Battles initiative for a Financial Health and Sustainability Initiative focuses on improving the college’s financial situation to account for increased annual expenditures that exceed the college’s revenues. One measure that has been taken is expanding the college’s Budget Priorities Committee.

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CAS online ordering is operational at certain locations, will soon be fully functioning

Campus Auxiliary Services’s online ordering services have been down since the second week in November 2018. CAS announced on Tuesday Feb. 11 that online ordering services would return to regular operation for Red Jacket Dining Hall, Letchworth Dining Hall and the smoothie and deli stations in Mary Jemison Dining Hall. 

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Talented faculty bassist impresses at recital, accompanying musicians contribute to sound

People of all ages braved the cold and windy weather on Friday Feb. 8 for a double bass faculty recital by Geneseo’s very own adjunct professor of music Wan-Ling Chuang. The seats were filled with locals and students who were excited for a night of unique musical performances highlighting the double bass. 

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Arts Opinion: Oscars debacle points to uncertain future for show

After a six-month period filled with a myriad of botched attempts at reinvention, the world’s most-watched awards show is in trouble as its Feb. 24 ceremony approaches. Simply put: the Oscars are in a state of crisis. 

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Visiting artist gives talk on her background, inspiration behind her creative structures

Despite a delay due to the weather, the campus and community members gathered for an artistic lecture that left the audience inspired.

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Furniture, ceramic art beautify Lockhart Gallery

Students milled around the spacious Lockhart Gallery on the night of Feb. 6 to observe the art around the room. The Lockhart Gallery had an open reception for their new exhibit called “Contemplative Interiors: Furniture and Ceramics.” 

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Safe Zone course trains students, addresses LGBTQ+ community

The Safe Zone Train-the-Trainer course was created by associate professor of English Alice Rutkowski, who has been involved in the Geneseo community for over 16 years. 

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Class Profile: Introductory history course guides underclassmen, career exploration

Freshmen students already have plenty going on in their busy lives. They deal with the throws of moving away from home, joining clubs, maintaining a social life and taking new classes. For incoming students who aren’t exactly sure where their passions lie, the Intro to the History Major course can provide a useful foundation.

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Cultivating Community dialogue discusses Geneseo’s commitment to diversity, inclusivity

Geneseo presented its first “Cultivating Community” dialogue of the semester on Monday Feb. 4 in the MacVittie College Union Ballroom. The dialogues occur each semester, and the theme for this spring’s series is “Living Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.”

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Meet the greeks: Sigma Kappa

Known by most as “Kappa,” the Theta Pi chapter of the Sigma Kappa sorority was founded on May 6, 1987. Kappa is comprised of 99 unique girls, each with a notable presence on campus. They are a very diverse and academically driven sorority, boasting the highest GPA out of any other Greek organization for the spring 2018 semester. 

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Invasion of Privacy: Passionate student Cate Gluchowski explores activities outside comfort zone

Sociology major sophomore Cate Gluchowski is an avid member of Geneseo’s tennis team, as well as a member of local sorority Royal Lady Knights. She has found her own healthy, happy balance between her involvement in various Geneseo activities and clubs as well as in her academic career. 

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Former Vice President Dick Cheney deserves praise despite public image

One of the few things that unifies people from both parties in Washington D.C. today is a mutual hatred of former Vice President Dick Cheney. Maligned by the left for his eight-year tenure as the powerful second-in-command to George W. Bush, and by the right for his opposition to President Donald Trump’s policies, Cheney is possibly the least popular living American politician. This hatred is unreasonable. 

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Popular media depictions of Ted Bundy represent him accurately, but fans should remain sensitive

Whether you were alive in the 1970s or have access to any social media in 2019, chances are you recognize the name Ted Bundy. A serial killer-turned-celebrity, Bundy made headlines then and is making a popularized comeback now. Most of the recent portrayals of Bundy, however, have been interpreted as sexualization of a criminal. 

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Celebrities should be able to use status to support individual moral beliefs

At the NFL’s Super Bowl LIII on Sunday Feb. 3, Maroon 5, Travis Scott and Big Boi performed during the famous halftime show. Although it is typically seen as an honor to receive this opportunity, this year many celebrities turned down the offer, standing in solidarity with former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick. 

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Billionaires without relevant experience are unqualified to hold presidential office

President Donald Trump has put an unprecedented idea into his fellow billionaires’ heads: running a business qualifies them to run the United States. Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz became the most recent deluded example after he expressed interest in running for U.S. President.

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Advertising serves important political function despite corporate interest

Commercials are some of the most pervasive pieces of media in the world, entrenched in every television show, YouTube video or website. Even though commercials may be a nuisance, in recent years, specific companies have shown a trend of selling something more than just their products in their ads.

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ICE’s arrest of rapper 21 Savage highlights flaws within immigration enforcement

Rapper 21 Savage was detained by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Sunday Feb. 3. This detention is futile and reflects broader problems with immigration policies. 

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Sports Editorial: New Orleans Pelicans need to trade Anthony Davis sooner, not later

With the NBA’s trade deadline set for Thursday Feb. 7 at 3 p.m., teams are beginning to make significant roster moves and rumors have run rampant about who may be on the trading block. 

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Women’s basketball falters at home, rebounds against Buffalo State in win

Women’s basketball ended their five-game winning streak this past weekend with two close losses to the SUNY Oneonta Red Dragons and SUNY New Paltz Hawks. After a win against the Buffalo State Bengals on Tuesday Feb. 5 to bounce back, the Knights have set their sights on the last four games of the regular season. 

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