WCU tennis falling behind early
Since the recommencement of the tennis season during the week of March 6, West Chester University’s men’s and women’s tennis…
Softball drops doubleheader
The West Chester softball team kicked off its PSAC East schedule Tuesday at Shippensburg, losing both games of a doubleheader.…
Preparing for Curran Invitational
On Saturday, March 19, the men and women’s track and field teams competed against an array of athletes at John…
The record breaking continues
The West Chester women’s gymnastics team finished out one of their most successful seasons in school history with yet another…
On-campus residents bowl with DPS, RHA
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Resident Hall Association (RHA) provided free bowling for two hours to a near…
Take charge of sexuality
Taking charge of your sexuality is something that can be learned. From the book Sex on Your Terms, much can…
The Quad’s April Fool Edition instructions
Welcome to the April Fool’s edition of The Quad. If you’re reading this, you are aligned with The Quad’s factual…
Humanities Departments hire new professors
This semester the Humanities departments have been searching for new candidates to hire for the upcoming school year. Each department…
WCU ends season at No.2
Perfection is tough to achieve. Many people say it is not even possible. This season, the West Chester Women’s club…
Woman to woman, sister to sister: journey to sisterhood
There is nothing like hanging out with your girlfriends. It is always nice to spend time with friends and laugh,…
Diamondmen earn split vs. Bloom
West Chester University’s baseball squad split a day-night doubleheader against PSAC east rival Bloomsburg on a chilly day at Serpico…
WCU crowns two national champs
Over the weekend of March 10 to 12, WCU sent its wrestling representatives to the 2011 NCWA National Championships in…
WCU lax win streak continues
West Chester (6-1, 4-0 PSAC East) continued an impressive streak coming out victorious in three consecutive games, maintaining a nearly…
Women’s Center and Poesis present “That Takes Ovaries
The Women’s Center, the Women’s Center Club, and Poesis have collaborated together to put on “That Takes Ovaries,” an open…
Isaih Robinson takes crown as Mr. WCU
On Wednesday, March 23, the Student Activities Council hosted Mr. WCU 2011 in Asplundh Concert Hall. Ten contestants competed for…
Contemporary Issues hosts conference
On Monday, April 4, Contemporary Issues will host a conference on genocide. Contemporary Issues is a “student organization that is…
Taking The Fun Out of Friday?
Chances are you have probably heard of Rebecca Black’s song “Friday” by now. As of March 26, her video has…
The Incredible Chris Brown Blowup
Going in for his “Good Morning America” interview with his freshly-dyed Sisco-esque hair, Chris Brown would be silly not to…
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Jones bids farewell to WCU
Sometimes after a great leader leaves a team, there are questions about who will fill the role. Who has that…
Tennis teams shooting for playoffs
With the snow gone, the temperatures rising and the days getting longer, the West Chester University men’s and women’s tennis…
We are Rams, not sheep – a guest editorial
Governor Corbett’s budget proposal is taking over the media, web, and now – our campus. Surely this is a reason…
Letters to the Editor
We received an incredible amount of response to the editorial featured in our last issue. A sampling:To the Editor: Class…
Lady Rams fall to ‘Ville
On Tuesday, March 1, the West Chester University Lady Rams basketball team traveled to arch-rival Millersville University for the quarterfinals…
WCU baseball back in town
The West Chester University baseball team lost three out of four games to arch-rival Millersville in a home-and-home doubleheader series…
WCU professor’s wife granted parole
For WCU professor Stephan Clyburn, the ninth day of previous months has brought many bad memories. On April 9, this…
News in brief
*A male was found passed out in Main Hall in one of the bathrooms at 5:40 p.m. He was deemed…
Survey hopes to improve academic advising for students
If students have accessed their WCU email accounts this past week, they probably received an email sent from Dr. Joanne…
WCU wrestling repeats as champs
West Chester University’s wrestling team entered this year’s Mid-East Conference Championships at Lafayette College in Easton, PA as the reigning…
No. 6 WCU LAX starts off season strong
After being predicted to finish sixth in US Lacrosse Magazine in its annual preseason polls, the Golden Rams lived up…
Track season underway
The West Chester University track and field team trained for months to potentially qualify for the PSAC Indoor Championships. Many…
WCU hosting event for charity
For the past couple of years, the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) has put on events to support the Make-A-Wish…
Teacher feature presents… Dr. Joan Woolfrey
Teaching for 14 years total and 11 years here at West Chester University, Dr. Joan Woolfrey is the department chair…
Red Flags raise awareness of dating violence
Ever hear that phrase “this raises a red flag?” Students may have noticed tiny red flags placed around the quad…
Thought-provoking show includes taboo topics
Back in January, Oprah Winfrey launched her network; OWN (The Oprah Winfrey Network). Since its start, the network has received…
WCUR staff prepares for Grand Ram Band Jam
“My expectations are pretty high, to be honest” says Adam Barnard, Special Events Director for WCU’s radio station, WCUR. Barnard…
A Look Back to the 83rd Academy Award’s
It’s that time of year again as the juggernauts of Hollywood’s movie industry gather together to honor the very best…
American Idol
“American Idol” is in its tenth season. What is it about the show that makes it last? Well, I am…
Student loans become a necessary burden
Finding something to unite a large percentage of West Chester’s campus is virtually impossible. Students come from many diverse backgrounds…