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.
Political science department hosts ‘China Town Hall’
Aaron Johnson – General Assignment Reporter The Southern Connecticut State University political science department participated in a national conversation about the state of U.S.-China relations this past week, the event was open to
Majority believe there should be a third major political party, feeling is shared at Southern
Josh Falcone – General Assignment Reporter In light of the recent shutdown of the United States government, many American citizens believe that it is time for a third major political party to challenge
Students have shared feelings for public speaking
Jessica Teixeira – Special to the Southern News After walking down the aisle of desks, Jill Tuschhoff placed her written notes on the easel facing the class, and began delivering her oral presentation.
Risk of marijuana isn’t big for some students
Michelle Hennessy – News Writer Marijuana can have an impact on memory, fertility and increase risks of cancer, according to the director of SCSU’s Drug and Alcohol Resource Center, Sarah Michaud. Her words
Founder of SCSU athletics inducted into College Football Hall of Fame
Bobby Martinez – Sports Writer NEW HAVEN — With a record of 108-40-6, Jess Dow has been inducted into the college football hall of fame after coaching Southern’s football team after 17
Mixtape Madness: Miley version!
It seems like Miley Cyrus is everywhere all the time. This week’s playlist is a compilation of her songs from the past and present. Enjoy! 1. Party in the U.S.A. 2.
Most students feel pressured to look a certain way
Melanie Sabol – Copy Editor Fashion trends are constantly changing season to season. But keeping up with those fashion trends can be a daunting task for some and others not so much.
Livin’ on the wage
Natalie Barletta – Special to the Southern News Most college students have part-time jobs to support themselves. In college, the money from part time-jobs can be spent in several different ways. Some
Students feast and decorate pumpkins at ProCon’s Octoberfest
Aaron Johnson – General Assignment Reporter NEW HAVEN – Pumpkin decorating, fried dough, and a good time had by all. Octoberfest hosted by Thursday Night Owls gave students a chance to relax
Book review: ‘Ender’s Game’
Brianne Kane – Special to the Southern News Earth has been invaded. The enemy is vicious and will not hesitate to kill you. The entire world is counting on you. You’re ten