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20 Lessons I’ve Learned in 20 Years

Julianna Burke, Staff Writer October 2, 2024

As I turn 20 years old this week, I find myself in a state of both nostalgia for what has come and gone, as well as eagerness for what lies ahead.  While operating within this thought stream, I reflected...

The main event of the weekend was the tailgate housed on Mendel Field.

From Parents to Family: A Weekend of Togetherness

Luz Chapa, Staff Writer October 2, 2024

Should parents weekend be rebranded as family weekend? The internal debate has been stirring in me all weekend, and I officially concluded my answer to be YES. Although, I should give credit where it is...

Collequially named, “Pit,” Dougherty Hall is the primary dining facility on Main Campus.

Meal Plans Are Confusing, But Worth It

Kaitlin Lawrenson, Staff Writer October 2, 2024

Would you like to use an MPE or points? The amount of times I have been asked this question in the mere month I have been a student at Villanova is astronomical. However, I find myself guessing which answer...

Asking about Morgan Wallen is a fullproof way to gauge someone’s political preferences.

Sof Says: Better Questions Than “Who Are You Voting For”

Sof Quaglia, Satire Columnist October 2, 2024

The following content is purely satirical and entirely fictional. Don’t believe everything you read! With the election coming up, not only is it time for students to exercise their civic duty of...

Starbucks beverages are now featured on Villanova's campus at select Holy Grounds.

Villanova Needs Fast Food Options on Campus

Peter Fabietti, Staff Writer October 2, 2024

We’ve all been there. After a long, grueling week of classes, sometimes all we want is a rewarding meal to combat the immense stress we can feel throughout the week. And, honestly, the dining halls get...

Villanova needs to continue to support underrepresented organizations on campus.

Villanova’s Values Mean Investing in Armenian Advocacy

Isabella Balian and Nicole Santerian October 2, 2024

Last September, about 200,000 Artsakhsis, ethnic Armenians living in the independent region of Artsakh (also known as Nagorno-Karabakh), migrated to proper Armenia after having no choice but to leave their...

Falvey Library is home to three Villanova printers.

Villanova Needs More, Reliable Printers

Zoe Schack, Staff Writer October 2, 2024

We’ve all been through it. It’s the night before a big paper is due, and you’re finally done. The countless hours of reading and outlining, the sound of rapid-fire typing in Falvey Library or your...

Students will often work on group projects on campus in places like the library.

Building Bonds: The Benefits of Group Projects

Gabrielle Mazzini, Staff Writer October 2, 2024

When students hear a professor announce the proposal for group projects, mixed feelings flood the room. Some emit grunts and roll eyes. Others smile and cheer. In the fast-paced world of today, teamwork...

Shielded by frosted glass, workers seldom interact with students.

Sof Says: Stop Hating on GrubHub

Sof Quaglia, Satire Columnist September 25, 2024

The following content is purely satirical and entirely fictional. Don’t believe everything you read! By the time our parents graduated college, they were engaged. They were ready to get married, buy...

Villanova hosted Mike Pence, who spoke to an audience of undergraduate and law students.

Mike Pence: Veritas, Unitas, Caritas?

Natalie Murphy, Staff Writer September 25, 2024

On Wednesday, Sept. 18, former Vice President Mike Pence was invited to Villanova to answer questions posed by students and faculty members. He discussed his successful political past, including serving...

The Commons began housing students in Fall 2019 and  include six apartment-style halls.

Satire: A Common Misconstruction

Isabella Ledet, Staff Writer September 25, 2024

In conclusion, according to the evidence provided, my hypothesis must be true. Wait a minute. I should not be starting with the conclusion of my article, should I? That would not make any sense, right?...

Many Villanova students spend a lot of their time using a variety of different Apple products.

It’s Time for Apple to Slow Down

Carter Smith, Staff Writer September 25, 2024

On Sept. 9, Apple held its annual fall hardware showcase event. The Cupertino-based computing giant showed off its new iPhone 16 and 16 Pro line up, the Apple Watch Series 10 and Ultra 2 and the AirPods...

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