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Students participating in the ‘RHA Breast Cancer Awareness Walk’ on Oct. 20 in front of the Buley Library. Photo by Mateusz Gazdzicki
10/28/2026

Students walk for breast cancer

Students had the opportunity to learn more about breast cancer and the importance of spreading awareness.
English major Jeanette Bouvier, a sophomore, interdisciplinary studies major Sophia Gugliotti, a senior, biology major Allen Motraghi, a senior and business administration major Zach McCarthy, a senior. Photos by Brianna Wallen
10/28/2026

‘Disability Awareness Seminar’ calls for inclusion

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, students and faculty gathered to speak on the importance of understanding disabilities.
Nursing majors Kiara Barde, a junior, and Alisa Gonzalez, a senior, and business administration major Imani Gayle, a sophomore, holding up their bouquets. Photos by William Gagné

Spring blooms with bouquet making

Tables were set up with a variety of stems and supplies, giving participants the chance to experiment with colors and styles as they built their arrangements. The varietals included different colors of
03/25/2026
Guard Christian McClease, a sophomore, dribbles toward the paint. Photos by Julian Markese

Local star stays home

Coming from a basketball family, expectations followed him from the moment he stepped onto the floor at Wilbur Cross High School, where the pressure was on to live up to his name
03/25/2026
The team waits to take the court for their semi final matchup against Holy Family University. Photos by Julian Markese

Historic season ends

The Owls tallied 25 wins this season and won the NE10 Tournament, the most wins and the first conference title since their 2006 championship-winning campaign. They lost only two conference games all
03/25/2026
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Madness is here

Once the tournament starts, rankings and expectations do not always mean much. Every year, millions of fans try to predict how the tournament will play out, filling out brackets with hopes of
03/25/2026
The team celebrates after scoring against Mercy University. Photos by Wade Barillaro

Lacrosse off to stellar start

They traveled to Spartansburg, South Carolina during spring break, winning both of their games. When they returned to the east coast, they beat Molloy University 12-6.
03/25/2026
Pultizer Prize-winning journalist, author and activist Chris Hedges in front of the Adanti Student Center Theater on Thursday, March 5, after his lecture. Photo by Brianna Wallen

Chris Hedges delivers lecture on Gaza War

Known for his decades of reporting from conflict zones in Central America, the Middle East and the Balkans as well as his criticism of global power structures, Hedges spoke to students and
03/11/2026
Former Deputy Chief Ken Rahn, who was sworn in as the chief of police on Thursday, March 5. Photo courtesy News at Southern

Ken Rahn named university’s new police chief

“His broad experience, strong understanding of campus needs and trusted partnerships across the university and with regional public safety agencies position him exceptionally well for this new responsibility,” Wanjagi said.
03/11/2026
Students sit at a table to play dominoes and participate in conversation. Photos by Valentina Toro

Students connect through dominoes

Dominoes hold cultural significance across many Latin American and Caribbean communities, where the game is often played during family gatherings and community celebrations. By bringing the tradition to campus, OLAS aimed to
03/11/2026

Bouquets build belonging on campus

Organizers said the activity was designed to create a calm space for reflection and community building during a busy point in the semester. Students stopped by throughout the afternoon, selecting flowers and
03/11/2026
University alumni Fihayya Plair, Baatinu Plair, Sakinah Plair and Shahiyda Plair dressed up and standing for a photo. Photos by William Gagné

A night of culture at the Heritage Ball

The event followed the theme “New Orleans French Quarter Midnight” and featured bright colors, festive decorations and a lively atmosphere that welcomed students and guests.
03/11/2026
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