I have served as faculty advisor to The Quad since 2003. Since then, I have only asked twice to have my writing published. The first was in 2003. This is the second time. During...
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Student journalist shares experience
As I sit here writing this article, listening to Incubus’s lead singer, Brandon Boyd, croon out the song “Dig,” I begin to realize how relatable the song is to...
Department of Public Safety prepares for spring concert
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) personnel prepare the security of the spring concert event every April. While students attend their Thursday classes, DPS sets up barricades...
Reason to Celebrate
I can vividly remember the celebratory last days of school in my K-12 years-the forgotten smell of fresh-cut grass while waiting for the school bus in the morning; the naked...
2011 – 2012 Editor-in-Chief says farewell
One of my favorite aspects about being a student journalist has been meeting new people and learning about what they do. I recently won the Mary Anderson Media Award for my...
DPS prepares plans for cameras, card reader in...
As the construction of the Recreation Center will conclude over the summer, students of West Chester University will eagerly await the grand opening. Administration...
Officer Irons, students get hole-in-one at Putt-Putt
Resident Assistant Anna Petrucci got robbed through the night. Officer Dan Irons was on scene, but no police report could be filed. This was another night that Irons advised...
University Hall residents bowl with Officer Irons
Soda occupied blue solo cups. Wraps and snacks filled a table in the lobby of University Hall. It was another Thursday night that Officer Dan Irons wasn’t in uniform...
Zeta Phi Beta hosts HoodiesUp event for justice walk
Members of Zeta Phi Beta organized a march to the courthouse in West Chester. The mission statement of National Zetas Helping Other People Excel service program (ZHOPE) is to...
••Organization postpones Banana Day
WCU will postpone Banana Day for the first time in 15 years since its inception. After the protest held last year, the student-run group was asked to obtain free-trade bananas for...
**Organization postpones Banana Day
Banana Day for the first time in 15 years since its inception. After the protest held last year, the student-run group was asked to obtain free-trade bananas for their event. The...
**Resident Life & Housing allows pets in on...
Due to an overwhelming suggestion to allow students to have pets in their dorm rooms, the Office of Residence Life and Housing has decided to allow students to have a pet on...
**Aramark cancels room services in U-Hall
Administrators of University Hall canceled the two-year contract with Aramark for room services, due to a lack of interest. Administrators reviewed the usage of the...
In response to WCU’s gun policy and the...
The gun-ban policy on university and college campuses is in effect rightfully for the safety of students, faculty and all staff members. With the amount of higher education...
Spring break trip relatable to college life
Keep an open mind, the coordinators of the London spring break trip advised the 16 West Chester University students prior to our departure on March 10. You’re not going to...
Professor engages students in mock crime scenes
Students attempted to solve two mock crime scenes, handling two cases of suspicious deaths. One of 12 groups solved both cases. Professor Jane Tucker of the Criminal...
Public Safety Police Officers fundraise, to...
Public Safety Police Officers Christopher Klein and Jose Davila are completing a bicycle ride consisting of 300 miles to reach the National Law-Enforcement Police...
Students and faculty rally against budget cuts, hopes...
On March 1, 2012, the third floor of Main Hall was quiet at 11 a.m. Students sat idly inside their classes, preparing for the day’s lessons. However...
A different kind of college transition
Most first-year students living in the residence halls have to adapt to living away from home. For some, they walk down a hall to shower, noting the lack of privacy. For Breckin...
Safety alerts have campus on edge, Public Safety...
Public Safety police officers are still investigating the two assaults that occurred on-campus earlier this month. At this time, the University Police have no...
Traditional housing converts first floor bathrooms to...
Transgender Policy Committee, a subcommittee of LGBTQA created last semester, has an agenda in the works to make West Chester University’s campus a safe...
WCU Professor’s struggle ends, wife wins appeal
Anne L. Clyburn, former CEO of a credit union, has won her appeal, overturning her conviction of theft related charges. Her husband, Stephan, a professor at...
Letter to the Editor
To the editor: Re: Texting / classroom etiquette Letter to the editor: After receiving your syllabus from your professor it’s...
Clery Act, numbers decrease A second look into the...
“The decrease in [certain criminal] statistics is believed to be occurring as a result of the new style residence halls. Students do not use the hallways and...
DPS releases Clery Act, numbers decrease
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) released the 2011 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, including crimes occurring over the three previous years for West...
Flash mob on campus promotes upcoming event
Students having dinner at Lawrence Dining Hall on Tuesday night were entertained by the Honors College as they broke out with a dance flash mob, promoting their upcoming...
WCU Football coach receives harassing calls to office...
West Chester University football teammates and coaching staff ended the season with a 4 – 3 Conference record. Like most people on the field, E.J. Sandusky...
Musical Fr33dom hosts glow parties in Borough
Musical Fr33dom originated as a close group of friends who appreciate the same type of music. Now a musical movement with two DJs bringing electronic dance music to people...
Department of Public Safety preserves a safe campus...
Each night students living on-campus use their Ram E-card as swipe access for entry into their residence hall. Accustomed to the Department of Public Safety [DPS]...
Professionally preparing by building self-image during...
Living away at college, I’ve invested in more than just an education and everyday learning experiences. I’ve invested in everyday supplies...
Bystander behavior affects everyone — instead...
Mike Dilbeck, founder of RESPONSE ABILITY, described his friend as a hero after his friend did something for him that he didn’t have to. His friend had thrown him a...
“Booze News” educates students on alcohol...
The third annual “Booze News” event took place on Thursday Oct. 20 to inform students of alcohol/ drug topics through various informative sessions. ...
National Hazing Prevention educates students
“There are hazers in this room,” Mike Richards, a West Chester University Greek student said looking into the packed audience in the Sykes...
DPS takes residents bowling, discuss safety
Bowling with the Department of Public Safety (DPS) proves “popular” again among residents as Lt. Ray Stevenson noticed a “great turn-out” of Goshen...
Pi Kappa Phi members network as SGA senators
Pi Kappa Phi, the Zeta Nu chapter of West Chester University, has encouraged their brothers to hold positions as SGA senators, with 14 brothers currently on the senate...
Social networking trends gaining popularity
At first I had been hesitant to admit to having one. A friend told me I would like it if I just try it. When I gave in, she set everything up for me. I didn’t do it...
Hurricane Affects Move-in day and orientation for...
During move-in day for upper classmen residing on-campus, many found themselves caught in the rain as they carried their belongings from their car to their residence hall...
WCU organizations provide free legal services to...
Sponsored by Off Campus and Commuter Association (OOCA) and Resident Hall Association (RHA), WCU students can seek free legal advice from a lawyer provided on campus. This service...
English club pending publication is disappointing
Every year I look forward to the literature magazine that the English Club publishes towards the end of the spring semester. This year however, I’m not in a rush to pick up...
Father Greg Boyle discusses Homeboy Industries
Beginning with a bakery, Father Greg Boyle provided jobs for gang members in order to help wave them from a path of self-destruction and violence. Starting Homeboy Industries in...
Sisters United finds, breaks stereotypes
Sisters United, named organization of the month for March, presented a program on defining and breaking stereotypes.Members of the organization began by reading aloud some of the...
Reign break dance club becomes official
Thanks to two friends whose love of dancing began in high school, West Chester University has its first break dance club, Heavy Reign Crew. The name came from the two creators of...
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 total of 100 residents from Goshen, Brandywine, Allegheny...
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 will change as his wife, Anne, will come home on parole from...
Beginning of the New Year marks the most divorces
Married couples are hopeful that holidays will bring happiness in their relationships and homes, the kind of happiness that keeps couples together through their struggles. When no...
Underage drinking found on dry campus
Public Safety police officers do not knock on resident’s doors for noise violation alone. Officers determine which apartment the noise is traveling from. On a typical night...
Community policing offers help to students
Even as the snow slowly melts away, Public Safety officers have been helpful to students facing problems in the winter weather. Throughout the school year, Public Safety officers...
Social sniping
While Facebook has been a great social network, especially throughout college, it’s been convenient to leave a message for a friend. But all too often, it seems that...
Departments receiving complaints review statements...
Any WCU employee found in violation of a policy or state law may go through a disciplinary process following a person filing a complaint. Disciplinary actions can be taken by the...
Public Safety officers are proactive with alcohol...
While many college students make plans for their weekends, many police officers find themselves unsure of how their Friday night of work will be, or who they will encounter. Hours...