Going away to college is a major change for most young adults. For many, it is their first time living on their own, managing funds or handling tasks like doctor visits. While it may be difficult to adjust to the college lifestyle, it teaches people how to be independent and […]
Author: Amanda Jones
Ramapo’s track teams break records on Staten Island
The men and women’s track teams took to Staten Island, New York late February to compete at the Fastrack Last Chance Meet. For the women, senior Suzanne Zaugg finished at 10:33.10 in the 3k, earning third place. The 200m dash was run by freshmen Mia Perez, Ashley Gordon and Jianna […]
In Other News: Week of Feb. 28 on campus
The Center for Health and Counseling Services began its “Free Condom Friday” initiative last Friday. Outside of the Health Services building, discreet brown paper bags with lollipops attached were on display for students to take. Acting Associate Director and Nurse Practitioner for Health Services Kara Maxsimic said that it is […]
‘Dune: Part Two’ blows audiences away with star-studded cast
After a slight delay due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, fans were ecstatic to finally receive the sequel to Denis Villeneuve’s hit 2021 film, “Dune: Part One.” “Dune: Part Two” is an intensely immersive and epic sci-fi that picks up right where the last movie left off, following Paul Atreides as […]
There should be more awareness for men with eating disorders
“Everything Now,” directed by Charlie Manton, Alyssa McClelland, Laura Steinel and Dionne Edwards. “To the Bone,” written and directed by Marti Noxon. “The Longest Match” by Betsy Brenner. “Wintergirls” by Laurie Halse Anderson. What do these all have in common? They are all pieces that focus on female eating disorders. […]
‘All of Us Strangers’ focuses on forgiveness and grief
“All of Us Strangers,” starring Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Claire Foy and Jamie Bell, is an enchanting, heartbreaking tale of grief and reconciliation. The film follows Adam, a screen-writer living in London, as he deals with the death of his parents well into adulthood and forms a relationship with fellow […]
Conan Gray’s ‘Lonely Dancers’ has fans excited for new album
Conan Gray has pre-released another single from his upcoming album, “Found Heaven.” Set to release in April, it is expected to take on the structure of ‘80s classics. The most recent drop, “Lonely Dancers,” is an awesome synthetic pop song that sounds like the 1982 classic “The Safety Dance” by […]
Greece legalizes same-sex marriage, hopefully others follow
Greece has just become the 16th European Union country and first Orthodox Christian nation to legalize same-sex marriage and equal parental rights for same-sex couples. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis “told his cabinet last month that same-sex marriage was a matter of equal rights, noted that similar legislation was in place […]
We are not ‘fallin’ in love’ with Usher’s halftime performance
When I heard that Usher was going to be performing at this year’s Super Bowl, I was ecstatic. Seven-year-old me was obsessed with his 2010 hit, “DJ Got Us Fallin’ In Love,” and who hasn’t gone wild at a party when “Yeah!” featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris came on? However, […]
Ramapo’s track and field continue to break records
Five members from both of the men’s and women’s track and field teams on Friday traveled to Boston to compete in the David Hemery Valentine Invitational hosted by Boston University. To no one’s surprise, freshman Dale Leonard once again performed phenomenally, breaking her own indoor mile record. Finishing at 4:54.99, […]