The new league year is underway, and the NFL is just under one month away from the draft, which begins April 25. For the Buffalo Bills, this means an end to the hectic first few weeks of free agency and the beginning of the pre-draft visitation period for players who have committed to the draft.
Read MoreWomen’s lacrosse stumbles in Florida, bounces back on the road against RIT
Starting the season strong was a step in the right direction for the Geneseo women’s lacrosse team. Their spring break trip to Englewood, Fla., however, proved to be a rough patch for the Knights.
Read MoreIce Knights falls to Norwich in national semifinal as historic season comes to an end
The road to the NCAA Division III men’s ice hockey semifinals was long in more ways than one. While Geneseo didn’t take any roads at all en route to Wisconsin for their semifinal game against the Norwich University Cadets from Vermont, it was every game played, every goal scored and every mile traveled leading up to it that put them in this illustrious position.
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Urban Dictionary defines “slut” as “a disgrace to all women … someone who sleeps around,” and “stud” as “slang for someone very attractive … basically a badass.” Though Urban Dictionary is not a source for technical definitions, it may be used as an indicator of modern cultural perceptions. In the March 14 issue of this publication, an Op-Ed implied that the word “slut” is a valid characterization of 21st century women with multiple sexual partners. The Op-Ed went on to insinuate that “stud” is a title earned by men who have sex with multiple women because men have to “put more effort into getting laid, [while women] only [have] to ask.”
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As a queer woman, I find myself utterly confused by [the article] “Queer Should Not Be Reclaimed” [from the March 14 article from The Lamron]. While I would like to give the author the benefit of the doubt, the piece not only overlooks the vast history of reclamation the word has within their own community, but fails to address the word’s importance within some transgender spaces with the term “genderqueer,” or queer as a bridge between “non-normative” gender and sexuality.
Read MoreUnited States military draft should include all genders
The United States is considering deeming military drafts gender-inclusive, according to The New York Times. Currently, only able-bodied American men aged 18-25 are required to register for the Selective Service System, which is the nation’s apparatus for issuing mandatory enlistment into national service.
Read MoreAll college majors should be respected, taken seriously regardless potential success of discipline after graduation
One of the most common questions asked when first meeting a fellow college student is “What major are you?” This is a great conversation starter—either two strangers find something in common or they can explain their majors to each other. Sadly, that is not why most people ask it; instead, it is often used to help form an idea about what that person is like.
Read MoreUnited States should follow New Zealand’s example of mass shootings prevention
In the wake of the devastating shooting at two New Zealand mosques on March 15, people around the world have offered prayers and continue to hope for gun reform. After the mass shooting that killed 50 people, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on Thursday March 21 that the government will ban assault rifles, semi-automatic weapons and high capacity magazines, according to CNN.
Read MoreCelebrity endorsement of harmful weight-loss products must end
Out of all the reality shows, spin-offs and scandals in the world, there isn’t a family more polarizing than the Kardashians. They’re both loved and hated—aggressively.
Read MoreLow administration transparency ranking reflects frequent claims of Geneseo students
Geneseo was ranked among the least transparent out of 10 Western New York colleges and universities evaluated in a report released by the Buffalo Niagara Coalition for Open Government on March 8.
Read More“Game of Thrones” should create spinoffs to maintain relationships, fantastical world of series
The final season of “Game of Thrones,” premiering April 14, is not the last time audiences can experience George R.R. Martin’s masterful fantasy world. A “Thrones” prequel series—scripted by Martin himself and Kingsman screenwriter Jane Goldman—will hopefully start production later this year, according to Deadline.
Read MoreHulu’s dramatized telling of true crime story is both disturbing, enthralling
If you don’t know the story of Gypsy Rose Blanchard—portrayed by Joey King— and the murder of her mother Dee Dee—portrayed by Patricia Arquette— prior to watching “The Act,” the show might seem like the perfect thrilling mystery. Viewers must keep in mind, however, that the series is based on very true and gruesome events.
Read MoreSPOTLIGHT ON: Miranda Calarco
College is time-consuming and busy for every student, but especially for senior Miranda Calarco. The biology and musical theater double major somehow finds time outside of her rigorous course load to be involved in the artistic side of student life.
Read MoreConcert allows community to join staff, students in song
Local families and Geneseo students gathered at the Central Presbyterian Church to listen to a collection of Brahms and P.D.Q. Bach sung by Geneseo’s Festival Singers on March 14.
Read MoreVisiting poet uses writing to dissect trauma, history in relation to his life
Yet another brilliant writer visited Geneseo and captivated an overcrowded room with beautiful words that left an incredible message. The semester’s second literary forum reading on Wednesday March 27 in the Doty Tower Room featured author Fred D’Aguiar.
Read MoreCollege plans to renovate some residence halls over summer 2019
The college has decided to conduct major renovations on most residence halls over the summer, except for Monroe Hall.
Read MoreGeneseo women’s tennis coach resigns after questions surrounding his conduct
Geneseo tennis team coach since fall 2015 Jason Stephens resigned in November due to reasons related to his commute to the college, according to the athletic department. Players of the tennis team spoke to his behavior during his time at Geneseo to be “unprofessional,” and attribute this to his departure from the college.
Read MoreProposed Student Life policy may make resident assistants work shifts throughout snow days
Student Life is considering implementing a policy that would result in Resident Assistants having 24-hour duty shifts on snow days. RAs would also be required to have activities set up for students to participate in.
Read MoreWatch-dog group ranks Geneseo last in transparency among 10 Western New York public colleges
In a recent report assessing the transparency of 10 public colleges and universities in Western New York, Geneseo came in last along with Genesee Community College, scoring zero out of 100 points.
Read MoreFull interviews with candidates for Student Association Executive Committee
Elections for the Student Association Executive Committee will be held from March 26-28. In these interviews, candidates talk about their reasons for running, their goals if elected and their views of SA as an institution.
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