By Margaret Pepe Staff Writer Many LIU Post students know or have heard of Marvin Johnson, also known as “Mocha.” Mocha is a junior Business Management major, and has won over the hearts of just about everyone he’s met. But how exactly was he donned with the name Mocha? …
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By Jenny Edengard Staff Writer Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and if you haven’t bought a gift for your Valentine yet, or are short of ideas, here are some suggestions to make your gift memorable and personal. What could be more personal than giving something you have made…
By Thomas Scavetta Assistant Sports Editor Q: As the head coach of the women’s basketball team, how has your team overcome challenges and adversity throughout the season? A: We just work hard and improve on the things that need improvement on. It’s a long season and as long as there’s…
By Jeniel Terrero Staff Writer Greek Life’s spring semester recruitment began for sororities on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in The Tilles Center Atrium, and will begin for fraternities on Monday, Feb. 9, at 5:30 p.m. in Humanities room 119. There are 16 Greek Life organizations on campus, including…
By Melanie Spina Staff Writer Sweaty palms, nervous laughter, cheeks as red as a tomato — this is basically what happens when a student or even a professor gets embarrassed in the classroom. Students and professors spend so much time in these classrooms that, sooner or later, embarrassing moments are…
By Margaret Pepe Staff Writer Students who have taken classes in the Fine Arts building may be familiar with Professor Gwendolyn Carroll, who is part of the Music Department. Carroll teaches Elementary Musicianship, Musicianship for Music Teachers, and Keyboard Harmony. Despite her 53 years of teaching, Carroll shows no preference towards…
By Caroline Nickolaus Staff Writer Thousands of glowing, sparkling, dancing lights returned to Jones Beach State Park on Thursday, Nov. 20, for the 11th annual Long Island Lights Show and Parade. The drive-through event, hosted by Nikon, is about two-and-a-half miles long, and there are approximately 300,000 lights in the…
By Jonathan Seltzer Contributing Writer Old Westbury Gardens, located at 71 Old Westbury Road, is a place where flowers bloom, trees grow, and birds sing. While the grounds offer seasonal displays, the gardens offer flowers of every sort. Located on a vast 160- acre plot of land, there are benches,…
By Sana Zahra Staff Writer Donovan Bailey, the first Canadian to legally break the 10-second barrier in the 100 miles once said, “Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice above all, and don’t let anyone limit your dreams.” Nigina Khaitova is a freshman majoring in International Studies at…
By Chloé Margulis Staff Writer Dr. Joan Digby is the current director of the Honors College at LIU Post. She is involved in the National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) and was the president in 2000. One of her greatest contributions to the council was the invention of the “Partners in the Parks”…