Waves of Hope
As the wrath of Hurricane Sandy is still felt throughout the east coast, the response of local communities has brought hope to thousands, raining down in unimaginable quantities. I decided to take a...
View ArticleRunning Towards Hope
The cold morning air seemed to disappear for a moment as bodies shuffled next to each other and formed a circle, each person shoulder to shoulder. Their arms firmly grasped against one another’s backs....
View ArticleWhy Do You Run? English class experiences personal growth through running
Tom Coyne, M.F.A., sat at the head of a classroom buzzing with the monotone pitter-patter of Apple keyboards and the ruffle of notebook pages. The assistant professor of English was waiting waited for...
View ArticlePassport to Success
When Abi Skinner, ’15, was a high school senior at Portsmouth Abbey School in Rhode Island, everything seemed to be falling into place. She planned to attend St. Michael’s College in Vermont on an...
View ArticleWalk Your Way to Fitness
There’s a burn in your calves that quickly shoots up your thighs. You feel the pounding of your heart against your chest, and the heat of your body increases. There’s a light sweat dripping down your...
View ArticleSaint Bros Profile
On Oct. 3, @SaintBros was upset about the state of the dish conveyer built in Campion Student Center. The next day, he Tweeted about students with master’s degrees in education, whom he refers to as...
View ArticleCops in the Classroom
Most people wouldn’t think of a gun-wielding police officer as a typical student at Saint Joseph’s University, but more and more police officers in the Philadelphia area are taking part in St. Joe’s...
View ArticleStress reduction tips to help you survive finals
It’s that time of year again. With finals fast approaching, student stress levels are increasing. Stress can really take a toll on both your body and your mind. Here are some simple things to keep in...
View ArticleHoliday Fun: Christmas Village inspires festive cheer
For busy Saint Joseph’s University students who are looking for some holiday spirit, good food, drinks, and shopping search no longer. Your desires are an easy train ride away at the annual Christmas...
View ArticleWhat college students really want for the Holidays
Whether you’re low on funds as you near the end of the semester or your laptop just isn’t cutting it these days, you’re probably in the market for something this holiday season to make life easier next...
View ArticleThe Half Marathon Diaries
A few days ago, aided by some courage, several calls to my mom, and a little bit of insanity, I finally did what I’ve always wanted to do: sign up for a half marathon. I’ve always talked about wanting...
View ArticleWhat’s Bugging You?
Bundling up in sweatshirts and coats may protect you from the brutal winter temperatures, but those layers won’t defend your body against the inevitable illnesses associated with this time of the year....
View ArticleCapital City Cupcake War
Most people would assume that because cupcakes are small and cute, they’re simple. But that’s not true at all. In fact, there are very few cupcake masters out there. Sure, if you just want to enjoy a...
View ArticleKristen’s Kitchen: For Vegetarians (Like Me!) and Carnivores alike!
Butternut Squash Soup Soup is one of my favorite meals to have in the wintertime. The best part about making your own soup is that you know exactly what you are putting into your recipe and therefore...
View ArticleStudy Abroad Diary
Preparing for a semester abroad can be difficult and stressful. You’re burdened by dozens of things to take care of before you go: papers to fill out, signatures to collect, and people to talk to....
View ArticleRunning Diary
It’s one day before I officially start my training, and I’ve begun to realize that there is much more to running a half marathon besides the whole ‘running as many miles I possibly can’ part. Running a...
View ArticleThe New British Invasion
On Feb. 2, The Vaccines, an English rock band, brought their exciting and high-energy rock show to Philadelphia’s own Union Transfer, pumping new lifeblood into a currently dry and monotonous American...
View ArticleStudent Warriors: Saint Joseph’s University’s ROTC program
On Tuesdays, when most students are still asleep, Kevin Beyer, ’15, and Evan McVey, ’15, wake up around 4 a.m. to prepare for classes and physical training. All the students arrive at the base, located...
View ArticleKristen’s Kitchen: Peanut BUtter Pretzel Truffles
Portion control is a big part of staying in shape. Truffles are a portion-friendly way to get your chocolate fix. Here is a no-cream recipe to not only fix your sweet tooth, but also to give you a...
View ArticleThe Force is Strong with J.J. Adams
On Saturday, Jan. 27th, 2013, Disney and Lucasfilms officially made their decision for the director of the upcoming and untitled, “Star Wars: Episode VII”. It was undoubtedly the most important...
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