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Senior Feature: Myra Mulongoti

By Joe Frescott, Co-Editor-In-Chief 7,615 miles.  That distance separates the two places Myra Mulongoti calls home. Growing up in Lusaka, Zambia, Mulongoti lived a simple life with her older brother, Kachi, and her parents. Not having much of a choice in the matter, Myra was a diligent student who had…

Athlete of the Week: Erin Harkins

By Julia Helldorfer, Staff Writer “Ice in your veins.” Erin Harkins recalled the phrase her dad often used when talking about sports, and performing when the pressure is at its highest. This mentality has fueled her clutch performances for the LIU women’s lacrosse team. Harkins is a midfielder in her…

A moment for the Diva’s.

By Mylie Norton, Staff Writer “Diva” is a Latin word that translates to “goddess”. In recent years, we have seen the rise of the “diva”, a term previously detested by the masses. But how has that term taken over our world and those who are classified as so-called divas? Calling…

Is Fast Food Evolving?

By Ryan Capone, Staff Writer Currently, America has trouble controlling its obesity epidemic. According to the World Federation for Fighting Obesity, America has the 19th highest obesity rate in the world for both adult males and females at 43 percent of its population.  With the amount of fast food readily…

Warm Weather Boosts Student Moods and Motivation

By Marquette Gonzalez, Staff Writer As spring unfolds and temperatures rise, many Long Island University (LIU) students are experiencing a positive shift in their moods and motivation. The transition from gray skies and cold winds to sunshine and warm temperatures has brought relief to students juggling academic responsibilities, internships, and…