In light of the global COVID-19 outbreak, many people have been stocking up on hand sanitizer, surgical masks, hospital-grade cleaning products and other medical supplies. While accumulating such items may seem beneficial to society, it has led to a shortage in medical supplies for online companies, traditional retail stores and even hospitals. That means that many individuals in dire need of these supplies, such as those with immunodeficiencies, may not have access to them.v
Read MoreKnights win third consecutive SUNYAC Championship, move onto NCAA Quarterfinal
An object in motion tends to stay in motion and, right now, the Geneseo Ice Knights are rolling full speed ahead as they move into the NCAA Division III National Championship tournament.
Read MoreSports Editorial: Spread of COVID-19 creates unprecedented decisions, fans banned from attending games
The past few weeks have been tumultuous ones for fans in the sports world, as events are being cancelled and bans are being levied on games that restrict attendance. The spread of the new infectious disease COVID-19, commonly known as the coronavirus, has become an unprecedented situation that a lot of people don’t know how to deal with. With updates coming daily from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization, some teams and organizations have taken dramatic measures to mitigate the spread of the disease.
Read MorePlayer Profile: Joseph Miranda of track embraces Geneseo, team
Geneseo is full of bright students and faculty who make up the campus we all love and adore. This week, The Lamron had the opportunity to interview one of Geneseo’s most well-rounded individuals: track athlete junior Joseph Miranda.
Read MoreSoftball preview: standout players return for senior year, team looks forward to first game
The Geneseo softball team ended their season with 37 wins and just 13 losses during the 2019 season. After graduating Danni Napoli, Alyssa Persich, Taylor Moore and Jasmine Petrishin, the Knights have four new seniors. Pitcher Ashlyn Kersch, infielder Abbey Whitney, outfielder Hannah Elmer and infielder Brooke Wolff.
Read MoreMen’s lacrosse team puts up an unexpected fight against St. Lawrence, lead by four goals from Cook
The Geneseo men’s lacrosse team suffered their first loss of the season at the hands of the 15th-ranked St. Lawrence Saints in spite of a great performance from sophomore midfielder Kevin Cook.
Read MoreNew Bachelorette uses age, maturity to refocus “The Bachelor” on true love
“The Bachelor” franchise doesn’t usually throw curve-ball leads out of nowhere, but the announcement of Clare Crawley as the new Bachelorette had many people shocked. The 38-year-old woman was announced as the new lead on “Good Morning America” on March 2.
Read MoreSUNY has responsibility to keep their students and faculty safe, informed
If you’ve opened your phone or walked outside at all during the past few weeks, you know already that COVID-19 is a worldwide issue. It’s been spreading since the very end of 2019, according to The New England Journal of Medicine. In the span of a few short months, the virus has exploded around the world, resulting in large gatherings being banned all over the globe, a worldwide shortage of sanitation products and, as of March 10, more than 4,000 deaths, reported CNN. Along with these precautions, the stock market has seen its worst day since the 2008 recession, and schools have shut down and begun to rely on online courses in order to combat the rapid spread.
Read MoreMental illness may be integral to your identity, despite stigmas
When I was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder six years ago, I never expected to deal with so many people telling me how I should feel about having anxiety. As soon as I broach the topic with people there is an immediate onslaught of “but that’s not who you are” and “but you could do therapy and it’ll go away.” Each of these statements are incredibly incorrect.
Read MoreStaff Editorial: Individuals should seize travel to prevent further spread of COVID-19
With spring break right around the corner, college students can’t wait to take a break from academia and enjoy some (hopefully warm) weather. Many have made plans to travel to places in warmer climates or with diverse cultures. Unfortunately, the coronavirus is an issue growing every single day, and traveling or congregating in large crowds can and will contribute to its spread. As fun as these plans might seem, the risks that they pose are far greater than any memories one might make on vacation.
Read MoreStudents for Bernie create more awareness of presidential candidate
Students for Bernie is a political club on campus that advocates for Bernie Sanders and supports his views and his position as a presidential candidate. Psychology major senior and president of the club Samuel Smith is a passionate supporter of Sanders, as he believes Sanders’ views are the most representative of what is necessary in today’s society.
Read MoreExhibit supports individuals who are victims of sexual assault
Sexual assault is often made to blame the victim. Multiple cases victim-blame because of what the victim was wearing, how they acted prior to the sexual assault and whether they had alcohol in their system. The exhibit “What Were You Wearing” at the Kinetic Gallery in the MacVittie Union aims to help de-stigmatize the belief that people are sexually assaulted because of their physical appearance and attire.
Read MoreInvasion of Privacy: Positivity, advocacy, authenticity central to student’s goals
One of the most well-known students within the Geneseo student body is accounting major senior Tomas Caesar. He is most notable for his vibrant personality, fashionably inclined outwear and his tendency to twerk while smoking his hookah around campus. In addition to having a standout persona, he is an advocate for many different programs situated at Geneseo and is a role model for hard work.
Read MoreSong Review: "I Love Me"; Demi Lovato’s new song celebrates self-love, music video reflects on past struggles
Almost two years after her overdose, Demi Lovato is back to making music.
Read MoreWTF? Inside Llewyn Davis proves why Oscar Isaac is the best actor you aren’t paying attention to
Oscar Isaac may be the best actor that you haven’t paid much attention to. Sure, fans of Star Wars know him as the charming, reckless starfighter pilot Poe Dameron, and if you’re into awful superhero movies then you might recognize him looking like a bad “Power Rangers” monster during his turn as the titular villain in 2016’s X-Men: Apocalypse. Would those kinds of roles, however, explain why a 2017 Vanity Fair article described Isaac as “the best dang actor of his generation?”
Read MoreFemale sexuality celebrated through theatre, student performers impress, inform
In 1996 Eve Ensler premiered the first production of “The Vagina Monologues” in New York City to a small audience. The bold depiction of female sexuality and anatomy became a symbol of the late 90’s feminist movement as women across the world were able to connect with the stories told.
Read MoreGeneseo choral groups impress, raise awareness for mental health
The Geneseo Chamber Singers and Spectrum Singers filled the Central Presbyterian Church with music on Sunday March 8 at 3 p.m. for their most recent concert.
Read MoreBattle of the bands competition excites students, phenomenal performers
After a cold day marred by wind and snow, Geneseo students flocked together in the Union Ballroom to watch their peers compete in the Battle of the Bands on March 5.
Read MoreSexual assault at Geneseo: Students frustrated with lack of action by administration, accountability from those accused
A social media post describing a Geneseo student’s alleged assault at an off-campus fraternity house has reinvigorated campus discussions regarding sexual assault, resources for victims and accountability from those accused. In the weeks since the Feb. 15 post on a popular student meme account, students have seemingly taken it upon themselves to speak out about sexual assault, forming support-like group chats for victims as well as ostracizing organizations who count alleged perpetrators of these crimes as members.
Read MoreFace Off: Socks v.s. Ties... who will win?
What is the more essential fashion piece, socks or ties? Read the Lamron’s Sports Editor and Copy Editor debate this highly controversial topic.
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