By Destiny Diggs Staff Writer A young generation often given grief for being lazy, overindulgent in its love of iPhones and social media, and dedication to pop culture is often also crowned as being motivated risk takers. Entrepreneurs under the age of 30 start businesses faster than the baby boom…
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By Selina Yeung Contributing Writer Students who stay on Long Island over the winter break are always looking for new and fun activities. This winter, they should look no further than their own backyard. For those who do not want to be in the snow, the Westbury Market Fair is…
By Victoria Onorato Staff Writer The past few weeks have been full of pumpkins, apples, and colorful leaves. December has arrived, and students are getting into the holiday cheer. Whether it is shopping at the mall or attending a Christmas party, Christmas music is a way to keep people together…
By Rakwan Hedgemond Staff Writer For many people, Santa Claus was and still is a very important part of their childhood. When Christmas time comes along, some parents would convince their children that Santa Claus would come down the chimney and leave gifts for the good and coal for the…
By Alecia Sexton Staff Writer The saying goes that the holiday season is the “most wonderful time of the year”, right? Food, family, Christmas, vacations… It’s more than easy to point out all the wonderful things about the time between Thanksgiving to Christmas, but what we often overlook, whether it…
By Molly Cunha Staff Writer Hillwood is usually buzzing throughout the day, especially during common hour, but recently it has gotten even more exciting. The Campus Life staff and student workers spent a day decorating Hillwood Commons for the holidays. The lights, holiday decorations, activities, and Christmas tree add some…
By Gillian Pietrowski Staff Writer There are millions of reason to be happy during the holidays such as seeing family, friends, eating good food and giving and getting presents. For some it might not be a simple as that. There can be family issues that prevent you from being joyful…
By Molly Cunha Staff Writer Although it is the “most wonderful time of the year,” it can also be one of the most stressful times of the year for college students. Finishing the semester strong, turning in last minute work, and studying for finals that determine your overall grade is…
By Caroline Ryan Editor-in-Chief Caroline Bert, a senior photography major, launched a photography club on campus this semester. Bert has been working with coordinators from the office of campus life to form the club. The process included getting students to join and forming an editorial board, as well as various…
By Kylie Garrett Contributing Writer Many 21 year olds dance just when they’re in a good mood or are ready to hit the dance floor on a Saturday night. This isn’t the case for senior dance major Diamond Avant. Dancing for Avant is not just an extracurricular activity. Dance is…