Lena Dunham hosts slumber party at Lyman
The John Lyman Center became the host of a teenage sleepover as Lena Dunham, a writer and director, took the stage on Saturday, May 1, for an evening of storytelling, conversation and
Town Hall meeting confronts growing deficit and budget
The highest cost is expected to be the upcoming faculty raises, estimated at around $6 million.
Students sew reusable pads for girls abroad
Students are creating Reusable Menstrual Pads, RUMPS, to address a critical barrier that prevents many girls in parts of Africa from staying in school: limited access to menstrual products.
Field Hockey Team Strives for a Better Season
Michael Apotria – Special to the Southern News Heading into the 2016 season, head field hockey coach Kelley Frassinelli said she expects the best from her team. “I have expectations of
Students Facing the Grim Future of Loan Debt
Jeniece Roman – Special to the Southern News Jerica Olson said she tried to do everything she could to avoid accepting a loan but it became unavoidable. “It was very difficult to
“Channelings and Portals” by Artist Daniel Eugene Debuts in Lyman
Emine Demir – General Assignments Reporter There is no dogma or rules when creating art, said Connecticut born and raised artist, Daniel Eugene. On Saturday, September 10th 2016, Eugene had a reception
Football Team wins 31-27 in Last 43 Seconds
Philip Zoppi – Sports Writer Southern Connecticut football won a thriller this past Friday night in the final 43 seconds of regulation, as they defeated Stonehill College 31-27 to even their record
BSU Restores Weekly Newsletter
Melanie Espinal – General Assignments Reporter The Black Student Union is like a family that has a cause, said Jayan Kulmacz-Bryan, a junior business and sports management major. This semester BSU members have decided
Changes in LEP Program Stir Controversy
Alex Palmieri – News Writer There will be a change in the Liberal Education Program at Southern Connecticut State University in the fall 2017 semester. At the end of last year, it
Southern’s Unsung Hero: Goldie Adele
Melissa Nuñez – Opinions & Features Editor The Disability Resource Center (DRC) provides students, faculty and staff with disabilities information and accommodations to ensure their experience at Southern is enjoyable. The DRC
Earl Hall Showcases Students Artwork
Emine G. Demir– Earl Hall Showcase Art department secretary Jackie Defrancesco said that Earl Hall’s showcase is a great way for students to put their name out there. “The showcase gets everyone
Facilities Operations: the men and women that keep Southern safe
Brokk Tollefson – Special to The Southern News Southern Connecticut State University is a place where students spend time outdoors on campus when weather is nice. Students are constantly sitting outside talking with
Volleyball Team Seeks a Better Season with New Assistant Coach
Philip Zoppi – Sports Writer Southern’s volleyball team has added Drew Schaeffer as an assistant coach for the 2016 season, as the team looks to avenge a disappointing 2015 campaign. The Owls