Lantern flies invade campus
With the return of lantern flies taking over campus, students and faculty discuss the debate over what to do regarding the insects.
NABA helps launch student careers
The National Association of Black Accountants held an internship application bootcamp for students to get students a foot in the door when it comes to their career.
Owls Decide: Yankees or Red Sox?
By: Mackenzie Byerlee Features Editor “Red Sox, because my friend is a fan.” Nursing major Cielo Garzón, a freshman “Neither, I’m not a baseball fan; I play basketball.” Biotechnology major Titus Graham,
Knits, Prints and Other Fall Fashion Must-Haves
Vivian Englund – Copy Editor Everyone’s favorite season is approaching and that could only mean one thing: sweater weather is near. But it is time to put down your pumpkin spiced latte
SCSU Teams Participate in ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Aaron Johnson – Sports Editor The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge could be seen all over the internet this summer. Everyone from the average person, to high-profile celebrities could be seen posting videos
Basketball Player Volunteers at Children’s Hospital
Jene Thomas – General Assignment Reporter For junior Jacqueline Deens, playing basketball and being a full-time nursing student at Southern Connecticut State University just isn’t enough. When she’s out of class and
Profile: Men’s Cross Country Team Captains
Jessica Pellegrino – General Assignment Reporter The men’s cross country team will begin their 2014 season on Sept. 13. But before the boys lace up their running sneakers, we caught up with
Spice Up Your Plate
Mackenzie Hurlbert – Managing Editor Howdy! Hope everyone’s first week of classes has been great. One of the great things about Southern is the large variety of dining options. We have Conn
Men’s Soccer Team Sets High Expectations for New Season
Bobby Martinez – Sports Reporter After defeating Franklin Pierce University during last season’s Northeast-10 Conference quarterfinal 2-1, Owls men’s soccer team had that win revoked after using an ineligible player ending their
Residence Life Creates New Living, Learning Communities
Anisa Jibrell – General Assignment Reporter With classes back in full swing, Residence Life suits up for a new year with new Living & Learning communities, designed for transfer and first-generation students
Executive Vice President James Blake Plans to Retire
Anisa Jibrell – Special to the Southern News After serving Southern Connecticut State University for 18 years, James Blake, executive vice president for Finance and Administration, is ready to hand over the
Multicultural Center Welcomes Back Students
Anisa Jibrell – General Assignment Reporter On Thursday, students and faculty were invited to travel the world with their taste buds,;people lined up and waited anxiously for organizers to divulge the vast
School of Education on Probation
Hannah Spreckley – Editor-in-Chief The schools education department has been put on probation for three years after a state committee said the school needed to improve several areas related to data collection