The Quadrangle, Manhattan, NY
1 day ago by Kayla Hutzler
Along with a whole new Communications department, Manhattan College will welcome many new professors and adjuncts for the fall semester.
Kim Trager will be joining the MC community from Indiana University where she taught classes in three separate departments: The School of Journalism, The Department of Communication and Culture and American Studies.
Acorn, Drew University, NJ
5 hours ago by Anna Sohn
Yesterday morning, Drew opened its gates to welcome the newest freshmen class to the Forest. Veteran administrators and first-time Orientation Committee members alike guided the students and their parents from check-in to residence halls throughout a busy morning.
Acorn, Drew University, NJ
2 hours ago by Jessica Glickman
The morning started bright and calm, as Drew University's freshman class of 2012 rode with their parents through Tilghman field. This new class comes from the largest pool of applicants in Drew's history, with the total number reaching some 5,200.
A diverse group of students-from countries including Jamaica, Japan, Morocco and Pakistan-will add new flavor to Drew.
Acorn, Drew University, NJ
2 hours ago
Don't skip the experience
Last year, I remember my first semester as a freshman having my First-Year Seminar at 9 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday, so I booked an 8:45 a.m. class on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. I thought if I woke up at the same time every day, it would make things easier for me.
The Torch Online, Saint John's University New York, NY
2 days ago by Everton Bailey
More than 100 college presidents from around the country are calling for lawmakers to open discussion on lowering the national drinking age from 21 to 18, but do not count on St. John's to be among them, University officials said.
"St. John's is not involved in this story and the University has no comment," said an official university statement.
The Torch Online, Saint John's University New York, NY
1 day ago by Patrice Bendig
On August 25, returning upperclassmen moved into the residence halls to start a brand new year. While 2,700 students returned to the residence village, 284 students not only embarked on a new year, but they moved into brand new on-campus townhouses.
The New Founder's Student Townhouses have been highly anticipated for almost a year now, as construction broke ground last November, and lasted until July 30.
The Torch Online, Saint John's University New York, NY
1 day ago
Last semester, a controversy arose after the Torch printed a Letter to the Editor that questioned the place of a Hindu Students Association in a Catholic University.
Writing about faith and spirituality is a very sensitive area which could easily lead to students being offended.
The Quad News, Quinnipiac University, CT
1 day ago by Jason Braff
Welcome to The Quad News, the independent voice of Quinnipiac.
The structure of the website will include constantly updated and live breaking news stories and Quinnipiac Bobcats' game updates, and story topics similar to those that have previously appeared in The Chronicle once a week...
The Quadrangle, Manhattan, NY
1 day ago by Brendan McHugh
EA Sports thought they won. They knew they had beaten it.
Brett Favre is on the New York Jets.
The Madden Jinx wins again
Every year since the popular football game, Madden, was released EA Sports has put an athlete on the cover. That athlete always seems to experience either an injury or a sub-par year.
The Quadrangle, Manhattan, NY
16 hours ago by Laurel Noble
With the construction of East Hill II completed, shifts in on-campus like will begin due to the addition of approximately 500 students.
East Hill II is a full house with every bed taken. "We have mostly sophomores and some juniors with two floors of freshmen," said Resident Director Kara Agostino.
The Quad News, Quinnipiac University, CT
1 day ago by Emily Soto
Incoming freshmen and transfer students of Asian, Latin, African, or Native American (ALANA) background are being welcomed to Quinnipiac University from the ALANA Mentoring Program.
The Quad News, Quinnipiac University, CT
19 hours ago by Gemma McFarland
The glittering world of men's and women's fashion seems relentlessly drawn from decades gone by.
The Llama Ledger, Bard College at Simon's Rock, MA
6 days ago by Robin Caskey
"We have students who've volunteered with farm workers, veterans, blind students, and young children," says Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs Leslie Davidson of the exceptional incoming class of 2009.
The Llama Ledger, Bard College at Simon's Rock, MA
6 days ago by Emma Tucker
The highly anticipated renovation of Kendrick House took place this summer and will be finished by the time students return to campus. "After a very hectic summer," says Director of Physical Plant Steve Carignan, "we're very hopeful." Students will be able to move in on Aug. 18 when Orientation begins.
The Llama Ledger, Bard College at Simon's Rock, MA
6 days ago