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William Paterson University's Official Student-Run Newspaper

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Flooding at multiple William Paterson buildings

Julianne Kearns, Staff Writer February 5, 2019

On the morning of Jan. 22, a portion of University Hall and the Student Center flooded, forcing students out into the frigid cold. With the second week of spring semester underway, classes were interrupted...

Garden State Organization Highlights Students’ Scientific Research

Garden State Organization Highlights Students’ Scientific Research

Christie Dix, News Editor February 5, 2019

GS-LSAMP, or the Garden State chapter of the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation, is an organization that attempts to increase the participation of underrepresented minorities and women in...

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William Paterson Students Remember Kyle Wilkinson

Christie Dix, News Editor February 1, 2019

William Paterson University student Kyle Christopher Wilkinson passed away January 19, 2019 at the age of 29. Wilkinson’s memorial service was held Sunday, Jan. 27 at Shook Funeral Home in Clifton. WPU...

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The Comedy Club Brings Laughter to the Library

Nicole Casal, Editor-in-Chief December 15, 2018

With the fall semester coming to a close, the Comedy Club alleviates the tension of finals week with lighthearted stand-up routines at “LOL at the Library” as part of the “De-Stress Fest.” On Dec....

MEO Music Showcase Becomes a Dance Party for Charity

MEO Music Showcase Becomes a Dance Party for Charity

Christie Dix, Staff Writer December 11, 2018

There is plenty of musical talent at William Paterson University, and the Music and Entertainment Organization, or MEO, aimed to highlight these gifted students at their showcase on Nov. 29th. The artists...

Hobart Manor Opens Holiday Showcase

Hobart Manor Opens Holiday Showcase

Jacob Martinez, Production Manager December 10, 2018

Hobart Manor buzzed with music and laughter Friday night as visitors toured the historical site during the third annual “Holiday Showcase” presented by the Hobart Manor Revitalization Committee. The...

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Judy Woodruff speaks at William Paterson

Nicole Casal, Editor-in-Chief December 10, 2018

Judy Woodruff spoke to a packed house at the Shea Center for Performing Arts at William Paterson University on Thursday, Dec. 6 as part of the university’s 40th annual Distinguished Lecturer Series. In...

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’26 Pebbles’ Brings Tragedy to Light

Julianne Kearns, Staff Writer November 22, 2018

A quaint little town, quiet and picturesque was what Newtown was for as long as people can remember. It was a delightful community where everybody knew each other, grew up alongside one another, played...

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‘It’s Okay To Be White’ Campaign Causes Concern Across Campus

Rebecca Lorenzo, Copy Editor November 21, 2018

A racist act of hatred across the nation has tried to damage our University. Pro-white flyers with the slogan "It's Okay To Be White" cropped up on campus earlier this month. Thankfully, University officials...

"OINTB" star Selenis Leyva speaks power words during Latinx celebration week.

“OITNB” Star Selenis Leyva Empowers WPU Latinx Students

Rebecca Lorenzo, Copy Editor November 5, 2018

With Orange is the New Black (OITNB) star Selenis Leyva, what you see is what you get and what you get is more than enough. Her story, “Untold Stories: A New Beginning in Promoting Intercultural Competence,...

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‘Love , Simon’ Movie Night

Julianne Kearns, Contributing Writer October 23, 2018

Some students at William Paterson find the university as having a great variety of organizations on campus, ones that allow students to express every aspect of themselves and share their passions with...

Speakers at the 7th Annual Multidisciplinary Conference

#MeToo Movement Moves In On William Paterson

Christopher Molina, Staff writer October 23, 2018

With the rise of the #MeToo movement, it is hard to ignore the impact it has on people. A good example would be the Seventh Annual Multidisciplinary Conference. With this conference, students, professors...

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