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
College bachelor’s degree 50 years later
Philip Zoppi – General Assignment Reporter A high school degree is becoming less and less valuable in today’s society. But a college degree in today’s society is practically the equivalent to a high school
Legalized marijuana for recreational use
Jessica Pellegrino – General Assignment Reporter A Pew Research Study found roughly 53 percent of Americans believe that marijuana should be legalized for recreational use. This number has almost doubled since the last time
Students discuss the psychological impact of horror movies
Max Bickley – General Assignment Reporter Fright and horror can have many different meanings for many different people. One person may be scared by a simple jumps care in a movie, while many people
Halloween costumes and cultural appropriations
Melanie Espinal – Special to Southern News Halloween is arguably the best holiday of the year. It allows us one day to be a little crazy, mysterious or risque. The costumes we wear
Does online activism make a difference?
Jessica Pellegrino – General Assignment Reporter It is a simple enough task to share a post or tweet using a hashtag. Posts that claim you should “like this if you care” or “share for
Southern’s Gender Neutral Housing
Max Bickley – General Assignment Reporter Gender neutrality has been a point of controversy especially in previous years with many calling for equality for all gender identifications. Whether it is for gender neutral bathrooms,
Southern’s Unsung Hero: Jeremy Chandler
Cristina D’Almeida – Copy Editor Courses in Photography are available to students ranging from introductory classes in Digital Photography to Advanced Photography and Film, according to Photography professor, Jeremy Chandler. Chandler has been teaching
Dining in the New Haven Area
Max Bickley – General Assignment Reporter When the options of Conn Hall or the student center do not sound appetizing, or there is a desire to go off campus with friends, the city of
Red Flag: Domestic Violence and taking measures to stop it
Philip Zoppi – General Assignment Reporter Domestic violence is a persistent issue in the world today. Despite awareness about domestic violence being raised, it is not enough to put it to an end. According
Campus Police Ride Along Experience
Tyler Korponai – Photo Editor Sergeant Tullo begins his shift expecting the car, checking all of the equipment: radio, computer, and the lights. He moves to the back of the car, carefully cataloging all