The Geneseo Parking and Transportation Services office has a number of projects in the planning stages to improve parking opportunities on campus. Currently on its radar, the office is focusing on parking issues on the north side of campus, expanding the gravel lot next to the eGarden complex, parking compliance issues and looking for ways to meet the campus’ sustainability goals.
Read MoreThe Office of Academic Planning and Advising pilots new alert system, Navigate
The office of academic planning and advising is piloting an early alert system called Navigate. This initiative is one mentioned in the Geneseo 2021 Strategic Plan, which outlines a specific focus to implement an early warning system to track student progress throughout the semester to broadly “pursue innovative and proactive retention and student success strategies.”
Read MoreSports Editorial: XFL strives to be an exciting alternative to the established NFL, new rules put fresh twist on play
With the 2020 National Football League postseason ending just over two weeks ago, football fans everywhere are looking to keep themselves distracted until draft day. Luckily, a new football league has emerged to fill the void, the XFL.
Read MoreIce Knights pick up win in last regular season home game, set to travel to Brockport before post-season
On Friday Feb. 14, the Geneseo Ice Knights were in the Ira S. Wilson Ice Arena for the final time for a 2020 regular season game. That means it was also the last home regular season game for senior forward and team captain Conlan Keenan.
Read MoreWomen’s basketball evens season series against Brockport 1-1, leans on defensive prowess for win
On Feb. 15, the Geneseo women’s basketball squad faced off against SUNY Brockport in athrilling matchup ending in a 71-59 Geneseo victory. This was one of their best wins of the season,especially since Brockport beat them in an earlier matchup.
Read MoreExtended library renovations will negatively affect students’ study methods
Geneseo is regarded as one of the best SUNY schools you could possibly go to. With excellent professors, a beautiful campus and countless opportunities, it is easy to fall in love with the school. However, on Feb. 11, Geneseo students received an email from the Office of the President that announced Milne Library will not be reopening at the beginning of next semester after being cleared of asbestos, but instead will be fully renovated and reopened in the 2024-25 school year.
Read MoreStudents shouldn’t disregard well-researched campus publications when addressing issues
I attended the Campus Conversation Open Forum on Thursday Feb. 13. I sat on the floor because there weren’t any chairs, amazed and excited at how many people demonstrated initiative to engage with the administration over recent issues. I was quickly disappointed, however, in the campus community as the forum progressed.
Read MoreBillionaires’ unlimited use of personal funds for political campaigns threatens democracy
Michael Bloomberg is a lot of things; ex-New York City mayor, a friend of the elite and, the newest feather in his cap, current candidate for the Democratic ticket in the 2020 presidential election. His political record is dicey, between his championing of racist policies such as “stop and frisk” during his time as mayor, off-hand transphobia—he was recently quoted calling a trans woman “a man in a dress” by The New York Post—and muddied history with minority groups across the United States.
Read MoreNoah Centineo’s tweets are witty, introspective, relatable to fans
You may have heard of Noah Centineo, who plays Peter Kavinsky in the hit Netflix To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before trilogy and played Jesus Adams Foster in “The Fosters” from 2015 until the series finale in 2018. Centineo has been deemed the “internet’s boyfriend” due to his good looks and charismatic personality. Something that’s often overshadowed by Centineo’s attractiveness is his tweets.
Read MoreUnnecessary killing of bugs must cease; their lives are valuable to our eco-system
Bugs: just the word itself could make your skin crawl. The bothersome pests can be found in our homes, by our food and virtually anywhere outdoors. What better way to spend one’s summer than to make a game out of murdering bugs?
Read MoreBezos’ environmental effort is admirable, but small in comparison to what is needed
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos pledged to donate $10 billion to combat climate change, an initiative called the Bezos Earth Fund. His program will fund research and activist projects to address the climate crisis. While this donation is no small feat, it does not excuse all of Bezos’ previous poor choices.
Read MoreCircle K organization raises money for local children in the foster care system
Circle K is an international volunteer and service organization under the umbrella of Kiwanis International; Geneseo’s branch of this service organization is student-run. The group’s mission is to serve the campus and the broader community to help those in need, and in the process foster a lifelong commitment to service among members. Circle K members seek to help the community in any way possible, and they are always looking for new ways to make an impact.
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Flashback Friday... 10 years ago.
In case you missed it, the clean-shaven look is out. Sorry, straight-laced mama’s boys, you’re not en vogue anymore. Our society is in full-throttle scruff mode.
Read MoreHumans of Geneseo
Psychology major junior Charlene Canale (pictured above) vocalizes the awe she experienced as she saw the student body come together at the recent open forum.
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Is there a “right” way to celebrate Valentine’s Day?
In the United States, one can easily tell when Valentine’s Day is approaching because of all the balloons, flowers and chocolates that populate every store. In America, this day is celebrated on Feb. 14 and is mostly for couples but can also celebrate friends and family as well. It is fascinating to think about how people from other cultures and countries may celebrate Valentine’s Day differently.
Read MoreBe smart with your money, learn how to properly invest
Money can absolutely buy you happiness—that is why it exists. If you someday want to own a home, travel across Europe or even pay for your tuition, you are going to need some. At a bare minimum, a salary-earning career is certainly something I would recommend. However, relying on a job alone, without learning to save and invest, will make achieving your goals a lot harder. Warren Buffet said it best, “If you don’t find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die.”
Read MoreClub Ultimate Frisbee provides active environment for students, with practices and tournaments
Many students see frisbee as a fun past time on warm days, but for the Geneseo Ultimate Frisbee teams it is something they practice year-round. The club consists of more than 50 people that make up both men’s and women’s teams, Snail and Escargot.
Read MoreFilm Review: Fantasy Island; Horror movie fails to incite terror, creates comedy from faults
In 2019 director Jeff Wadlow gave the world Truth or Dare—a failed Blumhouse Productions experiment designed to make a terrifying flick out of a children’s game. This past weekend, Wadlow again attempted to create a horror movie from the painfully un-scary source material with Blumhouse’s Fantasy Island.
Read MorePreview: Gamelan ensemble to perform at Geneseo
Attending musical performances is an exciting way to get involved on campus, especially if there is an opportunity to learn more about different music styles of the world.
Read MoreT.V. Show Review: The Circle; New Netflix reality show tests viewers usage of social media, relationships
There doesn’t seem to be a group of people or facet of human existence that has yet to be exploited by reality television. From “The Real Housewives” and “The Bachelor” franchises, to “Survivor” and even “Breaking Amish,” it’s difficult for producers to create original content that’s both interesting and entertaining to keep viewers tuned in week after week.
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