Since 2000, there has been nearly a 20 percent decrease in libraries across the nation, according to the School Library Journal. Libraries are dying. On the other hand, student population has risen by almost 10 percent—while the minority student population has risen as much as 50 percent since 2000.
Read MoreTexas’ strict voter registration deters citizens from voting due to fear of prosecution
In the 2016 presidential election, Crystal Mason cast her provisional ballot for Hillary Clinton at the recommendation of the poll worker in Tarrant County after she was not able to find her name on the register, according to The Texas Tribune. She did not read the fine print that stated convicted felons were not allowed to vote in the state of Texas. Mason was convicted of tax fraud and was out on supervised release. Her vote was rejected, and several months after she cast her vote she was arrested and prosecuted for voter fraud. She was sentenced to ten months in prison, but now she stands in front of all-Republican judges for her appeal.
Read MoreIncreased demand for conflict minerals causes exploitation of miners in South America
Though there has always been a healthy demand for gold and other precious metals, this demand has increased drastically over the course of the last two decades due to the advent of personal electronics.
Read MoreReports of rape wrongfully portray survivor, idolize attacker
Rape victims are often dealt the worst hand in the media. Dozens of headlines streak their names across society next to their rapists. These survivors—not victims—deserve better than that, and Chanel Miller is on her way to make that happen.
Read MoreStaff Editorial: Professors’ varying attendance policies cause confusion, should be standardized
With four to six syllabi to keep track of, it can be difficult to know the attendance policies for each different professor during a given semester. As cold weather approaches and more college students are getting sick, many have no choice but to stay home and miss class which can lead to confusion and frustration stemming from differing attendance policies.
Read MoreNational Hazing Prevention Week movie garners mixed reviews
On Tuesday Sept. 24, a screening of the movie Goat was shown in Newton 204 at 6 p.m. as part of National Hazing Prevention Week. The Inter Greek Council required that 15 percent of each social Greek organization on campus attend this viewing.
Read MoreDublin Corners Tap Room now open on Main Street
Main Street welcomed its newest business on Saturday Sept. 28 when the Dublin Corners Farm Brewery opened the doors of its Geneseo taproom at 116 Main Street. Opening day brought locals and students alike to check out Geneseo’s exciting new drinking establishment.
Read MoreCollege hires new vice president for Finance and Administration, Julie Buehler
Since she graduated from Geneseo in 1998, Julie Buehler has rejoined the campus community as the new vice president for Finance and Administration. She began work on July 25.
Read MoreChief of Communications Officer, Gail Glover, to leave the college at the conclusion of the semester
In an email sent to faculty and staff on Sept. 23, President Denise Battles announced that Gail Glover, chief communications and marketing officer, will be leaving the college at the semester’s conclusion to join the administrative leadership at Bucknell University.
Read MoreThe Office of Disability Services works to improve student accessibility during interim period
Previous long-time director of the Office of Disability Services, Tabatha Buggie-Hunt, left the college on Nov. 21 of last year. Since then, former Academic Planning and Advising Office member, Leah Houk, has been serving as Interim Disability Services Coordinator while the vacancy remains.
Read MoreClub Profile: What’s buzzin’ with the Beekeeping Club
What started as a few students looking to start up a new club has blossomed into a strong group of bee lovers dedicated to educating their peers and maintaining a cluster of hives through the Geneseo Beekeeping Club. The club is open to any student, regardless of prior beekeeping experience, and is meant to be a positive space for students to learn about and interact with live honeybees.
Read MoreCampus community engages in climate rally to participate in The Global Climate Strike
A sea of passionate students assembled outside of the Integrated Science Center in support of the campus Climate Rally on Wednesday Sept. 25 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. This event is one of the thousands being held all over the world this week as a part of The Global Climate Strike, led by 16-year-old environmentalist Greta Thunberg.
Read MoreGeneseo alumni deliver lecture on networking
Students filled Newton 204 for the “Networking & Job Searching Strategies” talk delivered by Geneseo alumnus Padraic McConville ’04 on Wednesday Sept. 25. McConville was joined my Geneseo alumnus Mark Shepard ’04 for the student question and answer portion of the event.
Read MoreCAS continues to search for an executive director, candidates visit campus
Campus Auxiliary Services continues to search for a new executive director since former executive director, Mark Scott, left the college during the summer of 2018. The search has carried on since his departure.
Read MoreWomen’s tennis keeps win streak alive, hopes to remain undefeated in conference
Women’s tennis picked up the win over SUNY Fredonia 7-2 on senior night, led by their captain and lone senior, Sam Montague.
Read MoreSports Editorial: Trout still a strong contender for MVP award, fans hope that injury won’t limit his recognition
The definition of value is clear cut between the bindings of a dictionary: “the regard that something is held to deserve; the importance, worth or usefulness of something.” However, the definition of value between the chalked foul lines of a baseball diamond is much harder to pin down and agree upon, especially when it comes to voting for Major League Baseball’s Most Valuable Player Award.
Read MoreVolleyball wins, loses in Pa., shifts gears heading into conference play
This past weekend the Knights traveled to Scranton, Pa. to face off against the University of Scranton and Rowan University on Saturday Sept. 21. After falling to Scranton and beating Rowan, the Knights advance to a 6-7 record overall.
Read MoreField hockey dominates visiting opponents, intensity high as conference play begins
Geneseo’s field hockey team is putting together yet another successful season in 2019. Picking up wins over Nazareth College and Ithaca College in the past week, the Knights are on a momentous surge that will position them well once the SUNYAC Tournament begins in early November.
Read MoreWomen’s soccer improves to 6-2 record, hopes to ride momentum toward SUNYACs
With such a strong start to the season, Geneseo women’s soccer is ranked 17th by the United Soccer Coaches in NCAA Division III. The Knights are now 6-2, and still looking forward to improving this season.
Read MoreGeneseo Hillel promotes community and culture with family weekend event
Geneseo Hillel held its first Family Weekend event on Friday Sept. 20 at the Interfaith Center. This event, which was open to all Geneseo families and current students, involved student-led activities and a delicious falafel dinner.
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