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Posts published in October 2015

Campus Beautification

By Mirna Youssef Features Editor It’s almost impossible to deny that our campus is beautiful. No matter the season or part of campus you’re looking at, it is always a great view. This semester, the university has added to the campus new tables that have LIU Post green and gold…

Planes, Trains, and….Drones?

By Alec Matuszak Staff Writer The word “drone” is defined in the dictionary as a verb and a noun. The verb relates to a continuous sound that can be made. As a noun, it is often associated with a type of bee. One last definition, however, has been the subject…

Is $8.75 a Fair Minimum Wage?

By Sana Zahra Staff Writer Controversies on minimum wage not being sufficient enough have been in the news for some time now. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York said, “The wage gap is continuing to grow, despite last year’s minimum wage increase.…

Are We Adults?

By Harry Pearse Staff Writer How many teachers, coaches, and parents have spoken to you like you’re still a child? There seems to be this lingering notion that as college students are still considered kids and that our freedoms should be limited by ‘grown ups.’ However, I would go as…

Public Safety: Safe or Dangerous?

By Destiny Diggs Contributing Writer When a white van with green and yellow words is spotted on campus, be aware and move swiftly to ensure you are not blocking the safety vehicles from passing. While walking to class, instead of waiting for the public safety trucks to move, it is…

New Campus Eateries are Finally Here!

By Nicole Regan, Melissa Goldstein, and Jonnie Agresta Contributing Writers We have all had that need for a grab-and-go snack or lunch, and the options seemed to be limited…until now. As the new semester has started, we are sure everyone has noticed the new food establishments on campus. With a…

“The Grinder” Off To a Good Start

By Thomas Gillen Staff Writer After spending the better part of six seasons playing fitness nut and government manager Chris Traegar on Parks and Recreation, Rob Lowe returns to TV this fall as an actor looking for a new life after his TV show goes off the air. Lowe stars…

Arts in Brief

By Bendik Sorensen A&E Editor Now through Oct. 11: LIU Post Alumni show in the SAL Gallery is in the Library. The opening reception will be held Oct. 7, at 5 p.m. It is free and open to the public. Oct. 8: WCWP Radio presents 50th Anniversary Reception, held in…

Seth Meyers Performing at the Tilles Center

Melanie Spina Arts & Entertainment Assistant Editor Homecoming is right around the corner and it’s expected to be one of the largest events in the history of LIU Post. Susan Stickley, Tilles Center’s Director of Marketing and Communication said that the events will bring together an anticipated 10,000 distinguished alumni…