Editor-in-Chief’s advice to freshman
By Brianna Wallen Editor-in-Chief It feels like yesterday I was packing up my whole life and loading everything I owned into a car. Now, three years later, I’m sitting at my desk
Tips from one transfer student to another
By Valentina Toro Managing Editor Transferring to a new college can feel like starting over. You are not necessarily new to college, but you are new to the campus, the people and
Editor-in-chief says goodbye
In a position like this, mistakes are expected, and growth comes through learning from them. Over time, I came to understand the importance of extending myself that same grace, even in moments
Clarification: Story removed due to editorial
Last week the Southern News reported two women were stopping female students on campus seeking to recruit them to start a new Bible Study club. This action prompted concern among some women
Columbus Day should not be celebrated anymore
Jessica Guerrucci — Managing Editor For years, the second Monday in October only held one meaning – Columbus Day. Many people never questioned it, because all they knew about Christopher Columbus was
AirPods are not enough for the price tag on them
Hunter O. Lyle — Sports Editor When it comes music, there is no better way to listen than with headphones and earbuds. They allow for music to be the only thing you
ALEKS math program should be taught by teachers
Sofia Rositani — Reporter Many freshmen at Southern must take the MAT 100p course, which incorporates the ALEKS program, regardless of their major. On top of having a busy schedule, barely any
Winter season or summer season, students weigh in
Winter Season Nina Bartlomiejczyk — Copy Editor Despite the joys of swimming, ports and outdoor adventure, winter and autumn unequivocally outdo spring and summer. Merely the thought of fall and
Impeachment inquiry on President Trump no surprise
Izzy Manzo — Photo Editor The impeachment of Donald Trump almost seemed inevitable; despite what he called “the greatest witch hunt in the history of our country” in a rage-fueled tweet on Sept. 30,
Living learning communities good for students
Sofia Rositani — Reporter The new living learning community at Neff Hall is the language speaking hall floor dedicated to those wanting to learn Spanish and be in a Spanish speaking environment. This
EEE Mosquitos are a real threat to Connecticut
Ellie Sherry — Reporter Every year, one million people are killed by the world’s most deadly animals — and no, it is not the shark. It’s the mosquito. The majority of these
Southern is not a true social justice university
Essence Boyd — News Editor For as long as I can remember, Southern has displayed a vision of being a social justice driven university without providing proof. According to the university website,
Vaping nicotine or CBD or THC can be hazardous
Ellie Sherry — Reporter Hospitalizations, excessive coughing and trouble breathing. This is what our generation has been left with since the shift from cigarettes to electronic smoking devices such as vape mods, Juuls