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Posts published in November 2012

Movie Review: Cloud Atlas

Peter Barell Staff Writer A few days before seeing Cloud Atlas, I read an article from Entertainment Weekly writer Owen Gleiberman declaring the film a “cornily enthralling sci-fi kaleidoscope.” At first, I thought this statement was just a flowery bit of critic talk, one of those adjective-heavy sayings that somehow…

Did you feel Safe on Campus during the Hurricane?

Cristina Foglietta Staff Writer Many students had to stay on campus during Hurricane Sandy. There was no power at LIU Post from Sunday, October 28 to Saturday, November 3. There were also no school shuttles or N20 buses on campus from October 28 to November 1. The campus regained power…

Is Heaven Real?

Amal Zeidan Staff Writer The cover of Newsweek magazine for the week of October 15 had in big white bold letters, “Heaven Is Real.” This cover caught my eye without a doubt. Does someone at Newsweek really know whether or not heaven is real? Has someone traveled there? Is it…

RELATIONSHIP COLUMN The Aftermath

Alex Parker Editor-in-Chief Wicked girlfriends probably do not realize it at the time, however; the repercussions of their actions will haunt numerous other females long after the initial breakup. Boys that have been ruined by one wretched girl are literally the worst. You know the girls I’m talking about; they…

What You Might Have Missed in Politics

Jazlyn Beltre Staff Writer Linda McMahon loses after investing almost $100 million in her campaign In Connecticut, Linda McMahon (R) lost her bid for a seat in the U.S. Senate to three term Connecticut Congressman Christopher Murphy (D). McMahon is married to Vince McMahon, former wrestling executive and retired WWE…

UPCOMING EVENTS Nov. 14th to Nov. 20th

WEDS 11/14 LIU Post Career Event: Dynamic Interview Skills Workshop Humanities Hall 119 12:30-1:30PM Turkey Trot 5K Run Hickox Field 3:30PM Women’s Volleyball vs. University of Bridgeport Pratt Recreation Center 7:00PM LIU Post Department of Music Recital Great Hall 8:15-9:30PM THURS 11/15 Post Theatre Company presents “Cabaret Reinvented” Little Theatre…

Letter To the Editors

To the Editors Though I have not written for the Pioneer in a while, I do refer students to join the staff as I feel is crucial to learning and the overall experience of contributing to the school’s newspaper. I am very pleased about the paper this semester, each issue…

Letter To the Editors

To the Editors: This Wednesday I picked up the latest issue of The Pioneer and to my surprise, I was presented with a refined and improved layout. As a weekly reader of The Pioneer, I have to say I absolutely love the new look, especially the new masthead. I find…

Letter From the Editors: Olivia Wicik

Dear Readers, As we get back into the grind of things after the mess that Hurricane Sandy brought upon us, I would like to say that I hope you and your family and friends are all re-cooperating well. The devastation that Long Island endured is something that will surely not…

Veterans Day Flag Ceremony

Erin Mei Staff Member On Monday, November 12, students gathered outside Hillwood Commons at the Flag Pole to celebrate its 4th Annual Veterans Day Flag Ceremony during common hour. Samantha Vega, the President of Veterans and Students United (VSU) delivered her welcome speech and explained how VSU helps veterans in…