The second annual Mental Health Town Hall met on Monday March 11 in Newton 204 at 4 p.m. to discuss what students, faculty, staff and administration have to say about mental health at the college.
Read MoreCuomo’s existing travel ban prohibits swimmers from lodging in North Carolina for national competition
The swimming and diving team’s 10 qualifying athletes for the NCAA Division III championships to be held in Greensboro, NC on March 20-23 will abide by New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo’s travel ban to North Carolina, according to the college.
Read MoreVietnamese exchange student emphasizes importance of cultural awareness, assimilation
Communication major senior Udeshi Seneviratne is a Geneseo student who came from Vietnam to the United States after graduating from high school. She developed a passion for learning about various cultures at a young age and has since chosen to discover and help showcase the world’s distinct societies.
Read MoreClub Profile: Elementary and Secondary Education Association
Plenty of students on campus study education and there are multiple education-related clubs; one of these clubs is the Elementary and Secondary Education Association. They host presentations geared toward education majors, but anyone is welcome to join.
Read MoreClass Profile: PLSC 291 analyzes political science of Middle Eastern conflicts
Assistant professor of political science and international relations Raslan Ibrahim is a newer addition to the political science program here at Geneseo. Ibrahim’s expertise and passion especially comes through when he teaches PLSC 291: War and Peace in the Middle East.
Read MoreMeet the Greeks: Zeta Phi Beta
Zeta Phi Beta is among the Divine Nine historic black Greek letter organizations that make up the National Panhellenic Council. Originating in 1930, the Divine Nine served as a premier organization for African-American fraternities and sororities.
Read MoreInvasion of Privacy: Philosophy professor engages students with unconventional subject matter
Skeptic and movie fanatic David Hahn is an adjunct lecturer of philosophy at Geneseo. Hahn has worked at other institutions prior to his time here, but he says Geneseo has provided him the opportunity to teach unique subject material that he hasn’t had the chance to do elsewhere.
Read MoreSoftball set to begin play, travel to Florida for spring break
After a 32-9 record in a 2018 season that included a SUNYAC championship title, the Geneseo Knights softball team looks to repeat their success in the 2019 season.
Read MoreBuffalo makes early splash, builds offensive talent as free agency commences
The NFL’s free agency negotiation period began at noon on Monday March 11. During this period, teams can speak to players about signing them and verbally agree to contracts, but none of these deals became official until the start of the league year on Wednesday March 13 at 4 p.m.
Read MoreRaiders’s coach disproves critics’ doubts with acquisition of wide receiver Antonio Brown
The collapse of the Pittsburgh Steelers is in full swing. Contract negations, off-field disrespect and player feuds drove 30-year old wide receiver Antonio Brown and 27-year-old running back Le’Veon Bell out of Pittsburgh. The two players combined for 109 touchdowns and 16,543 yards for Pittsburgh over the past nine NFL seasons. Across the country in California, the Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden appears to be reaping the benefits.
Read MoreMen’s lacrosse faces tough out-of-conference schedule, drops two home games in a row
The Geneseo men’s lacrosse team squared off against the St. Lawrence University Saints for their 2019 home opener on Saturday March 9.
Read MoreWomen’s lacrosse opens season undefeated, defeats Clarkson in most recent game
In May 2018, the Geneseo women’s lacrosse team found themselves with a disappointing end to their season: a loss in the SUNYAC semifinal. The momentum leading up to that game, however, was never lost and has propelled the team to begin this season with three straight wins.
Read More“Queer” should not be reclaimed given its painful history as a slur
The word “queer” has undergone something of a renaissance during the past few decades. Colleges are implementing “queer studies” programs, the LGBT+ acronym has been expanded to become LGBTQ+ in many uses and more and more people are using it as a term of endearment.
Read MorePressure for immigrants to adopt “American” names strips them of significant cultural identity
United States immigrants are often pressured to choose an “American” name in place of their non-American birth names. This common practice stems from many reasons including easier pronunciation, less chance of discrimination and appreciation for their nation of refuge.
Read MoreDifferences within dating culture give merit to gendered labels
In the realm of dating, it has often been said that men who have multiple female sex partners are considered “studs,” but women who have multiple sexual encounters with men are classified as “sluts.”
Read MoreCancel culture is counterproductive, harmful to well-being of celebrities
It’s no secret that one must use caution when posting online—everything that’s posted is permanent. Whether it’s those spring break pictures from the Caribbean or that angsty teenage poetry on Tumblr, everything floats around in cyberspace forever.
Read MoreFictionalized accounts of true crime should be viewed critically rather than as entertainment
With the anticipated release of Hulu’s newest original series “The Act” less than a week away, it’s time society reevaluates its relationship with true crime stories. Following the life of convicted murderer Gypsy Blanchard through dramatic reenactment, “The Act” is expected to fall in line with other popular true crime media by exaggerating and glorifying the gruesome reality.
Read MoreCollege admissions conspiracy highlights corruption, privilege
News of perhaps the largest college admissions scandal in the United States broke on Tuesday March 12. More than 50 wealthy parents were involved in a bribery scheme that allowed their unqualified children admission to some of the country’s most prestigious colleges and universities.
Read MoreCaptain Marvel: Female comicbook superhero receives solid origin story despite lack of character depth
For more than 11 years, Marvel Studios has released a plethora of superhero films, introducing audiences to an entire roster of superhuman heroes and villains. This past weekend, Marvel expanded their eclectic cast of characters with Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck’s Captain Marvel.
Read MoreLively string band, traditional dancers give community a glimpse into Irish culture
Wadsworth Auditorium filled with families and local residents as they gathered for the 40th Pre-St. Patrick’s Day Concert by Geneseo’s string band directed by lecturer of music James Kimball on Saturday March 9.
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