By Ella Barrington, Staff Writer A lot of months throughout the year celebrate many different things and people. February celebrates Black history, June celebrates those that are a part of the LGBTQ+ community, and this month of March, we celebrate women’s contributions towards history. Women’s History Week was established in…
Posts published in February 2022
By Grace Catanese, Staff Writer Many students were excited about Fashion Week for the fall season in New York, considering the fact that COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in the state. Since the coronavirus pandemic hit America, almost all social events were canceled, therefore, this year’s Fashion Week…
By Dominick Pacileo, Staff Writer Many students are well acquainted with the Presidents’ Day holiday, if only because it means a three-day weekend for them. However, there is a deep history behind the time-honored tradition. “Originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, the holiday became popularly known…
By Duane Cruz, Staff Writer New York State lifted its indoor mask mandate in public spaces, such as grocery stores and restaurants on Feb. 10. Schools, however, will continue to enforce mask wearing restrictions. The mandate was brought about on Dec. 10, when there had been a great increase in…
By Joe Lonegro, Staff Writer The LIU Men’s Ice Hockey team is hitting its stride, and after a much improved season, they faced the defending national champions on a four-game winning streak. There were many games that the Sharks played competitively, but still fell short. However, they are now finally…
By Nick Paniagua, Staff Writer The LIU Sharks Women’s Basketball team just passed the midpoint of their conference games after their victory against Central Connecticut, with the final score of 74-67. Leading the game for the Sharks was Sophomore Dallas Carter, who finished the night with 18 points, all from…
By Nicole Sanchez, Staff Writer After two years of cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Coachella Valley Music and Art festival has confirmed they will be returning to the Empire Polo Club in Indio California. The event will take place Friday, April 15 through Sunday, April 17 and again on…
By Maxwell Morris, Staff Writer Junior music education major Annie Rodriguez was selected out of hundreds of applicants to compete in the American Pops Orchestra NextGen National Competition on January 29. Rodriguez was chosen out of 30 contestants to make it to the semi-finals. The American Pops Orchestra (APO) is…
By Lexi DeLorimiere, Staff Writer Junior music education major Annie Rodriguez was selected out of hundreds of applicants to compete in the American Pops Orchestra NextGen National Competition on January 29. Rodriguez was chosen out of 30 contestants to make it to the semi-finals. The American Pops Orchestra (APO) is…
By Dominick Pacileo, Staff Writer Many people are well acquainted with the ancient tradition of Groundhog Day, whether it be from their nostalgic childhoods or the classic film starring Bill Murray. Children from across the world are enamored with the tradition of the groundhog coming out of its hidey hole…