The problem with polling
Polling in America has always been used to assist the public’s and the candidates’ general feel of how certain elections…
An interview with President Fiorentino
Photo by Rusty Kennedy of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Chris Fiorentino has been the president of West Chester University for almost…
WCU brings back spring sports
In the past few weeks, we saw something talked about that we, as a community, have missed, we, as a…
Panhellenic council increases diversity efforts with new action plan
Photo Credit: ‘Academic Quad’ by Aimee Padley Panhellenic sororities at West Chester University have been attempting to address issues…
Self-care in uncertain times
We’ve been more than just college students this semester: we’ve been protesters, advocates, politicians and community leaders. Even though the…
You probably aren’t reading this
We are entering Thanksgiving break, the end of the semester is in sight, finals are on the horizon and sleeping…
Letter to the editor
Dear, parents, students and colleges, I am a healthy freshman at West Chester University. Talking to friends at other…
Poem: How Democracy Dies
Photo credit: Graphic by Evan Brooks using Wix. It’s not when you hear the clashing of steel, No thunderous…
Public libraries face a potential 58% cut in state funding
Photo Credit: ‘Chester County Library Exton’ from their Facebook. During my childhood, the Chester County Library and District Center…
West Chester University students bring light to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic
Nobody expected a global pandemic, but everyone felt the impact. COVID-19 caused a major dip in mental health and decreased…
Organization Of The Week: Habitat for Humanity
Photo credit: Graphic by Evan Brooks using Wix. This being the last edition of this column for the semester,…
Divided, not united: The damage social media has caused in 2020
Social and mainstream media outlets have further divided us instead of bringing us together this year. At the time I…
WCU plans to reopen for fall 2021
A second email letter from West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino has been sent out this month to the student…
Five Thanksgiving movies to watch over break
Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash They say that the Christmas season starts earlier every year — and it’s…
There’s literally no place like home for the holidays in 2020
Thanksgiving in the United States comes this Thursday, which is usually a time for seeing your relatives and gathering everyone…
AC/DC Power Up review
On Nov. 13, the legendary Australian hard rock band AC/DC released their highly anticipated new album “Power Up.” The new…
Eagles fall to Giants: Why are we here?
Photo: “Philadelphia Eagles iPhone/iPod Touch Wallpaper” by Brian Wilson licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2 I’m not even sure how…
Birthright West Chester’s unknown past comes to light
When walking up the brick paths of downtown West Chester, one might notice the plethora of restaurants, high-end shops and…
Relationships vs. social media
When you are hanging out with your friends, how often do you look into their eyes? Communication is something humans…
A comparison of universities during the Coronavirus pandemic
When Senior Media Relations Specialist Andrew Mees was asked what factors made Montclair State University adopt a hybrid model for…
Cinema Perception comic review: “Rorschach #2”
“The comic succeeds in escapism and depth but lacks in progressing action.” Hello, fellow readers, to another comic review which…
Amy Coney Barrett’s influence in the supreme court & local impact
In the West Chester borough and university area, community members have access to affordable options when it comes to reproductive…
WCU seniors ineligible for free credits
West Chester University will give its undergraduate students up to $569.28 in free credits: a plan that is less useful…
Critical Moves: It’s impossible to hate a whole genre
I have spent a majority of my microcosm of an existence enjoying a wide range of media. From video games…
West Chester Sigmas overcoming stigmas
A West Chester University organization invites male students from all surrounding campuses to join them in a social action program…
Expanding Indigenous Heritage Month in West Chester
Hannah Freeman is commonly referred to as the last known Lenape Indian in Chester County. She was honored and remembered…
What the Biden presidency will mean for climate change
All eyes are on President-elect Joe Biden for the next four years. Young generations are ready and waiting to force…
My brain is not your business
When you hear that someone has a brain injury, do you hold them accountable for what they can’t understand and…
Joking about suicide is not funny
If you heard someone broadcasting that they jokingly wished they had cancer, would you feel uncomfortable and offended? Hopefully, the…
Your politics do define you
If you have any sort of social media platform, it is likely that you have come across a post which…
The case for an election investigation
Lately, the country has debated the validity of the election and mail-in voting. President Trump has claimed that there is…
Is it news or entertainment?
It is hard for Americans to decipher between journalistic news and political commentary, not because Americans are dumb and cannot…
University should be free of cost
The average debt at graduation from public and nonprofit colleges was $29,900 in 2019. As a university student myself, I…
From Me To You: Recognition
Photo Credit: Created by Evan Brooks using Wix. When was the last time you told someone how much you…
COVID-19’s effects on mental health
Disclaimer: This piece was based on an opinion that was held before the Nov. 12 changes were announced in which…
Should native art be displayed in museums?
The West Chester University Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology’s newest exhibition, “Earth Day at 50: Lessons for a Sustainable Future,”…
The NBA is back
The NBA is back! Less than a month after the 2019–2020 season unfolded, the NBA and the Players Association have…
An Open Letter: It’s morning again in America
During President Reagan’s re-election campaign in 1984, his campaign ran an ad detailing how much the country had grown in…
Philadelphia Eagles deserve more support
Feb. 4, 2018 is a date that will live in the minds of Philadelphia Eagles fans forever. That was the…
Business, Economics, & More: Why you can’t just print more money
Understanding how economies around the world work is important — not only because they impact you but because they impact…
Possible scenarios for a Republican reflection
Photo credit: “Donald Trump” by Gage Skidmore is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 On Saturday, Nov. 7, Joseph R.…
Interview with WCU production manager at theatre and dance department
Last week, I spoke to Associate Professor Martin Dallago, the production manager at the Department of Theatre and Dance…
A Taste of the Tunes: An interview with Vaul Pink
Long hair, a beard and an estimated two-feet taller than me, my good friend Paul Vink sits next to me…
Interview with WCU women’s lax Coach Martino
Photo from wcupagoldenrams.com The West Chester University lacrosse team were looking to prove themselves last spring after finishing as…
The woes of job hunting
Photo credit: “Scrabble – Application” by Flazingo Photos from Flickr (CC BY-SA 2.0). As the clock draws ever so…
Zoom takes a toll on students mental health
Disclaimer: This piece was based on an opinion that was held before the Nov. 12 changes were announced in which…
Pennsylvania Republicans raise concerns about fraud in the 2020 election
“Ballot bokeh” by iceman9294 is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 Republican lawmakers and legislators are calling for an immediate…
Original alternative grading policy now adopted to 2020-21 academic year
Today at 8:57 a.m., West Chester University President Fiorentino and the governance leadership sent out a letter to the faculty…
What it means to be a republican
In a country like the United States that uses a two-party system, it is important to understand what each party…