Hana Oakes
It’s possible for all of us to get overwhelmed and stressed out. Amidst homework, readings and exams, mental stability might take the back burner for college students. This can lead to an array of negative impacts such as headaches, anxiety, fatigue and depression. One way to get away from all the college craziness is to seek refuge in nature.
Continue Reading Nature Walks: A Natural Way to Destress
Hannah Golden
When I sat down for the virtual meeting with Pennsylvania’s Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Continue Reading An Afternoon With John Fetterman
Cristian Rodriguez
The annual Spring Health Fair was back on campus on March 23rd. Funded by the Donna Caddick Endowment, and hosted by Lifesavers and Red Cross, presenters helped educate students on a variety of health topics.
Continue Reading Abington’s Annual Spring Health Fair (2022)
Hannah Golden
When I sat down for the virtual meeting with Pennsylvania’s Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Continue Reading What the Athletic Building Offers
Joseph Handlin
If anyone enrolled on our campus passed Lubert Commons on the 11th of February between roughly 1:30 and 4:30 pm, you would have seen a myriad of Valentine’s Day decorations, for Abington Campus Entertainment (ACE)’s Valentine’s Day Social. Continue Reading Abington Campus Entertainment Valentine’s Day Social
Bailey Reid
Dr. Linda Miller, an English professor here at Penn State Abington, has led a fascinating career, both in and outside the classroom. By realizing what she truly enjoyed, and taking opportunities when they presented themselves, Dr. Miller has discovered her true passions, and encourages students to do the same. Continue Reading Discovering Your Passion: A Profile of English Professor Dr. Linda Miller
Bailey Reid
Finding affordable clothes and dorm decor can sometimes be a challenge for college students. Shopping doesn’t always have to be an expensive endeavor, however. With the increasing popularity of thrift stores that benefit charities, college students can save money and help people in their community. Continue Reading College Shopping on a Budget
Adrienne Cooper
For the last two years, Covid-19 has isolated people, around the world. Social distancing shut down international travel. But that has begun to change. Since September 2021, as the Department of Education began to consider things like being able to attend school in person, life has started to feel a little bit normal. That includes study abroad. Continue Reading Study Abroad “IR A ESPANA”
Hannah Golden
When many people think of a witch, they imagine someone with a black pointy hat and a sea-sick skin tone; a Halloween caricature, akin to a fictional character like the Wicked Witch of the West or a horror movie trope like The Blair Witch Project. There have been so many misconceptions and myths surrounding witchcraft, but even as the negative connotations prevail, modern witches continue to carve their own path and defy stereotypes.
Continue Reading Out of the Broom Closet: On Being a Modern Witch
Cristian Rodriguez
On February 1st, 2022 Brian Flores filed a lawsuit against the NFL for discriminatory hiring practices. Amongst other things, Flores alleged that Dolphins owner Stephen Ross attempted to bribe him to lose games, while the Broncos and Giants only gave him an interview for the sole purpose of fulfilling the controversial Rooney Rule. The teams have all denied that this was the case, but NFL commissioner Roger Goodell later released a statement on February 5th that gave Flores’ lawsuit weight and may even lead to changes in the league’s hiring practices.
Continue Reading How Brian Flores’ Lawsuit is Changing the NFL