Olympics in Boston: Homage to History
When discussing Boston as a possible Olympic city it is undeniable that issues will need to be worked out, such as traffic and cost. However, Boston’s no-frills plan, the presence of existing venues, and an existing great sports…
Olympics in Boston: Stress in the City
When I first heard of Boston bid for the 2024 Olympics, I was sitting at a bar in the Chicago airport, waiting for my flight to Boston. Almost everyone in the bar started cheering, with the patriot pride seeping out of the…
Jo Paterno: Let Down & Legacy?
Jo Paterno was once one of the most revered men in the world of sports. He led the Penn State Lions to 111 wins over the span of his career making him the winningest coach in the history of NCAA football, until about a week ago this…
Out-Gunned
6/18/2008, 4:20 AM, Wanat village, Nuristan province, Afgahnistan. Around two hundred Taliban insurgents are firing on two dozen Afghan soldiers and forty-eight Americans. Cpl. Jonathan Ayers and Spc. Chris McKaig held off the…
No Spitting: Racism
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which was on Monday the 19th, I am writing in this humor/advice column about a very serious topic: racism. Tread carefully, Matys.
I know what many of you are thinking: “Come on Luke, we…
A Rewarding Experience Over Spring Break
If you're looking to serve your community, help those in need, or just something to do over spring break, then the alternative spring break trip to St. Francis Inn in Philadelphia is certainly something to consider!
St. Francis Inn is a…
Sexual Assault Reporting: Senator Gillibrand Pushes for Reform in the Military
By AMANDA KORB
STAFF WRITER
At St. Lawrence University, we encourage victims of sexual assault to report their case. The incidence is to be shared to someone with authority than can offer protection and accountability from the offender.…
Obama Calls for Body Cameras on Policemen
President Barack Obama is calling for $75 million in federal spending to ensure 50,000 more police officers are equipped with body cameras. This decision, announced at the White House on December 1st, comes in the wake of protests across…