A more sensible drug policy for the U.S.
An oft brought up subject for today is about changing this country’s policy regarding marijuana. Legal marijuana use in…
Balanced attack, disciplined approach propel WCU to pair of wins
The West Chester men’s hockey team cruised to a 5-1 victory over Towson on Friday, due to a steady…
Field hockey wins PSAC Championship
The following is a press release from the West Chester University Athletics website: Tournament MVP Michele Schrift scored a…
Rugby tops Ship in last game of fall
West Chester’s women’s rugby team played their last game of the fall season, taking on the Shippensburg in an…
Golden Rams put on a show in 59-14 rout of local rival Cheyney
The Golden Rams scored touchdowns on their first seven possessions Saturday afternoon as they cruised to a 59-14 victory over…
Lady Rams upset by Millersville but ready for playoffs
The Lady Rams soccer team (13-3-1) might not have finished the season the way they had hoped but playoffs…
West Chester wins fifth straight to earn first-round bye in PSAC playoffs
A dramatic winner by Kevin McCann in double overtime propelled the West Chester men’s soccer team to a 3-2 win…
WCU’s Department of Theatre and Dance heads over the hill
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre and Dance is celebrating its 50th season and wants you to come celebrate!…
Election day is a week away
Voting is cherished right and tradition in this country. It is a right granted to us by the constitution…
Brandywine Ballet takes a bite out of WCU with “Dracula”
Just in time for the 31st, Brandywine Ballet got West Chester into the Halloween spirit with their performances of…
“Babel” is another hit for Mumford & Sons
Ever since my dad introduced me to Mumford & Sons, a folk-rock band from London, I have been completely engrossed…
Famous people born this month: Jesse Jackson
Amidst the turmoil of the African-American Civil Rights Movement in the mid 1960’s, Jesse Jackson emerged as a powerful…
Multi-color hair trend takes over fashion world
Move over Katy Perry, Rihanna, and Nicki Minaj. These vibrant celebrities, known for their outlandish styles, have all been…
Romney or Obama? Unsure of who to vote for? Take this quiz to find your candidate
Not sure who to vote for? Take the following quiz to determine where you might stand in agreement with…
Campus Recreation Center has huge impact on Ram fitness
The group fitness classes at WCU have never been so popular! It seems that every class, even the early…
Political opponents Binder and Truitt speak to students
Last Monday, Pennsylvania State Representative for the 156th district, Dan Truitt, and his opponent for the 2012 election season,…
The Quad endorses President Barack Obama
After much serious deliberation The Quad has chosen to endorse President Barack Obama for a second term in office.…
Women in Leadership and Service hosts speed-networking event
Empower, Inspire, Educate. This is the message that the Women in Leadership and Service at West Chester University has…
Possible strike affects Pennsylvania public universities
October is an exciting time in the life of a college student; the campus recently celebrated a successful and…
The importance of asking questions
In this nation, and indeed, much of the world, I believe that there are many, many ignorant people who…
ROTC students represent WCU at 2012 Army Ten Miler Race
On Sunday, Oct. 21, members of the West Chester University Army ROTC Company traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in…
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Pick a comfortable costume for Halloween. You may have a great idea for a costume. You may spend the…
Taylor Swift’s “Red” is infectious and fun
By the time I received my pre-ordered Taylor Swift album in the mail on Oct. 22, I had practically already…
Philadelphia’s Green Soul Cafe
Nestled in Northwest Philadelphia in West Oakland, Green Soul is a welcomed addition to the neighborhood. Offering updated versions of…
WCU updates sexual misconduct policy
West Chester University’s updated sexual misconduct policy has been a long time in the making: two years, to be exact.…
West Chester hosts semiannual Career Fair
On Wednesday, Oct. 17, the Twardowski Career Development Center hosted its semiannual Career Fair in the Sykes ballrooms. The fair…
Rising poverty affects Philadelphia households
Poverty has risen in Philadelphia and its surrounding counties over the last two years, while the city’s median household income…
What Pennsylvania students need to know to vote
This election year there has been a lot of confusing information about the ID a voter needs to cast a…
Volleyball wins two of three including five-set thriller vs. Millersville
There was no doubt that the women’s volleyball team was focused on the task at hand last Tuesday during their…
What to watch this week: “RuPaul’s All Stars Drag Race”
The wigs will be higher, the makeup will be wilder and the outfits will be over the top. The best…
“Taken 2” a worthy continuation of well-perceived sequel
When we last saw retired CIA agent Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson), he had pursued his daughter’s captors, he had found…
A closer look at Adele’s lyrics: Is she a role model?
Everyone can name one artist who strikes them on a personal level. For me, that artist is Adele. Even though…
Celebrities born this month: Kate Winslet
With a total of six Academy Award nominations and nine for the Golden Globe, Kate Winslet is widely considered to…
Golden Rams surrender fourth quarter lead in Homecoming loss to Ship
Three unanswered touchdowns in the fourth quarter doomed the Golden Rams on Homecoming as No. 13 Shippensburg defeated West Chester…
West Chester downs Bloomsburg to clinch playoff spot with third straight win
The West Chester University men’s soccer team capped off an impressive week on Saturday with a resounding 3-1 victory over…
No. 2 WCU captures PSAC East crown with win over Kutztown
The West Chester Golden Rams wrapped up their season with a victory over the visiting Kutztown Golden Bears, earning them…
Lady Rams rebound from tough stretch to beat Bloomsburg
The West Chester Lady Rams rebounded from a tough week with a convincing win over visiting Bloomsburg this Saturday on…
Cross country places ninth at PSAC Championships
West Chester’s cross country team participated in the 2012 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Championships, hosted by Slippery Rock University at…
Sister to Sister hosts “Love Your Body Fashion Show”
On Oct. 18, Sister to Sister organized the “Love Your Body Fashion Show” for West Chester students. Sister to Sister…
Baldwin’s Book Barn
Baldwin’s Book Barn is unlike any other bookstore in the area. Not only is it a bookstore, but it is…
WCU celebrates Homecoming, crowns king and queen
West Chester University’s Homecoming 2012 kicked off with the annual parade at 10 a.m. on Rosedale Ave. and Church St.…
West Chester alumnus launches Logic Pad
LogicPad is a free social academic network for universities to help strengthen relationships between students, professors, and even international students.…
Getting into the Halloween spirit
Now that Homecoming has come to an end, it is time for the next great holiday Halloween. Personally, Halloween is…
Importance of the Battle of Paoli
The battle of Paoli took place during the American Revolutionary War. It is not a very well-known battle; indeed very…
Letter to the Editor
Dear WCU students, I hope this letter can begin a dialog between you and WCU’s faculty about negotiations over the…
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The myth of international Communism
During the Cold War, a prevailing belief was that Communism would spread across the globe. There was a strongly believed…
United Nations celebrates UN Day on Oct 24
On Oct. 24, 2012, the United Nations will celebrate its annual UN Day. This year, UN Day marks the 67th…
Bates Motel sets the bar for Spook Houses
With the Bates Motel just minutes from campus, students thirsty for a real haunted house are in luck. The Bates…