The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, PA
1 day ago by Pamela Ellermann
As hotels see a deluge of demand for lodging at this time of year, visitors may have a hard time squeezing into a room in on-campus hotels.
With commencement ceremonies taking place at roughly the same time of year for high schools and universities alike across the city, last-minute bookings may no longer be a viable option.
The Triangle, Drexel University, PA
8 hours ago by James Breen
This was the first year my organization was eligible to receive funding from SAFAC, which was very exciting. We received our annual allocation, and I was more than happy with the amount awarded. This was money that we never had before, and it will benefit our members as well as the Drexel community.
The Triangle, Drexel University, PA
8 hours ago by Stephanie Takach
The Powelton Village Civic Association will vote May 19 to extend the Powelton residential permit parking hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through 8 a.m. tthrough 8 p.m.
"Complaints about difficulties finding parking caused us to revisit the current situation with permit parking," Tony Dominick, president of the PVCA, said.
The Triangle, Drexel University, PA
8 hours ago by Nancy Lan
Antonia McMenamin, better known as "Toni," a long-time faculty member of the Pennoni Honors College, died early May 13 after a long-time battle with cancer.
McMenamin, who suffered from leukemia and became prone to infections in recent months, was removed from life support May 10, according to Mark Greenberg, dean of the Honors College.
The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, PA
1 day ago by Naomi Jagoda
The preliminary yield rate for the class of 2012 fell to 63 percent, leading the admissions office to utilize its waitlist more extensively this year.
The percentage of students accepted before May 1 who decided to enroll is down from the 66-percent yield at this time last year.
The Daily Pennsylvanian, University of Pennsylvania, PA
21 hours ago by Brandon Moyse
The men's heavyweight and women's crew teams get set to push off this weekend in their respective Sprints races.
For the heavies, the race marks the beginning of the final leg of a disappointing seasons. For the 20th-ranked women, though, the Sprints is just another step towards national recognition.
Ticker, CUNY Baruch College, NY
1 day ago by Abe Tawil
I have been teaching management courses at Baruch College for close to 15 years, continuously experimenting with different models designed to engage students and empower them to take responsibility for shaping their academic experience.
On Tuesday, April 15, my beloved wife Benita passed away.
The Hunter Envoy, Hunter College, NY
2 days ago by Milleska Contreras
Students, faculty and staff gathered in front of the West building on May 1, also known as May Day or International Workers day, in a composed, yet strong rally and teach-in against the war and the affects that it is having on U.S. citizens. The rally and teach-in, initiated by the Hunter Chapter of the Professional Staff Congress, the union that represents CUNY's faculty and staff, was part of an historic event.
The Hunter Envoy, Hunter College, NY
2 days ago by Insanul Ahmed
There was a moment in Talib Kweli's much-hyped performance at Hunter where he paused to let the crowd recite his lyrics for him. His gesture left most of the crowd confused over the words to Kanye West's verse on "Get'm High," and left the rest of the crowd in silence, since they simply didn't know the words.
The Hunter Envoy, Hunter College, NY
2 days ago by Tracy Neiman
Controversy continues to mount over the ever-rising bar for gaining admission to CUNY senior colleges.
The beginning of this year marked the implementation of the toughest admissions requirements since the 1998 termination of CUNY's open admissions. CUNY's 2007 decision to raise the required cutoff for SAT and New York State Regents math scores went into effect this past admissions season, with a higher cutoff for SAT and New York State Regents verbal scores soon to follow.
Washington Square News, New York University, NY
4 days ago
UNIVERSITY | With the chaos of graduation all this week, you've got a lot on your mind. Lucky for you, we've wrapped up the newsworthy events of your entire college career
Washington Square News, New York University, NY
4 days ago
Washington Square News, New York University, NY
2 days ago by Lindsay Mueller
April showers bring May flowers ... and trench coats? Yes, this spring, women are snapping up the classic trench and its modern offspring, jewel-toned trenches and coats with cropped hemlines. And the rise of the trench and other sartorial classics might not just be due to the rainy weather.
The College Hill, Sussex Community College, NJ
5 days ago by Alex Sim
Never has there been a time when humans are so connected. We watch the same television programs, see the same films, listen to the same radio shows, and are able to communicate instantly via computer, phone, or text message. We are never far from the media, nor is it far from us.
The Commentator, Yeshiva University, NY
2 days ago by Zev Eleff
The Commentator: Can you tell our readers a little about your background?
Jeff Wild: I was raised Catholic and have a Master's in Catholic spirituality from Santa Clara University in California. I was introduced to Judaism through my ex-wife, who was Jewish.
The Commentator, Yeshiva University, NY
2 days ago by Zev Eleff
In a move that signifies an end of an era at Yeshiva University, Rabbi Michael Shmidman will be stepping down from his post as Dean of Judaic Studies, effective at the end of the academic year. Although his position has not yet been articulated fully, Rabbi Shmidman will remain at YU next fall.
The Stern Opportunity, NYU Stern SChool of Business, NY
2 days ago by E.R. Silverbush
The laugher, the lovers, the friends, the fights, the talk, the hurt, the jealousy, the passion, the pressure The real world. Sound like your MBA experience? Wrong, it's the poster for the theatrical release of "Pretty in Pink." I think that pretty much says it all.
The Commentator, Yeshiva University, NY
2 days ago by Gilah Kletenik
Ticker, CUNY Baruch College, NY
4 days ago by Mikhail Sedov
Drug-related arrests in the U.S. has drastically increased since the early 1980s with more African-Americans now losing their freedom than any other race, according to two new reports released last week by civil rights groups.
"Most drug offenders are white, but most of the drug offenders sent to prison are black," stated Jamie Fellner, Human Rights Watch's senior counsel in the U.
Ticker, CUNY Baruch College, NY
4 days ago by Lia Eustachewich
Baruch College has been known for opening its doors, embracing its motto, "the American Dream still works." But for Adjunct Professor David Chowes of the psychology department, behind closed doors is where his American dream was halted. Though not ready to retire just yet, the 65-year-old recently received a letter from the college that read, "You will not be reappointed.
The Stern Opportunity, NYU Stern SChool of Business, NY
2 days ago by Jenny Everett
NYU Stern's Student Social Venture Fund announced today $28,000 in grants which will be awarded to New York City organizations that provide leadership opportunities to young people that enable them to give back to their communities and provide them with the skills to become productive members of society.
The Stern Opportunity, NYU Stern SChool of Business, NY
2 days ago by Mary-Kate & Ashley Stern
Ashley: This is ridiculous Mary-Kate, have you heard the rumors?
Mary-Kate: Yes! Some losers named "Joycelyn Splinter" and "Kristen Barton" have been running around Stern claiming to be the lovesperts Mary-Kate and Ashley Stern!
Ashley: Oh, I know those girls; they've been pretending to be funny since summer start '06.
The Hawk, Saint Joseph's University, PA
7 hours ago by Rachel Robins '09
LaSalle has 130. Haverford has 200. Villanova has 254. Currently occupying just 65 acres of space, landlocked Saint Joseph's University is a tight squeeze.
When Episcopal Academy hands over its keys to Saint Joseph's in mid-August, Saint Joseph's will stretch another 35 acres.
The Hawk, Saint Joseph's University, PA
4 hours ago by Pat Carney '08
"With the 18th selection in the second round of the 2008 NBA Draft, the Washington Wizards select: Pat Calathes, Saint Joseph's University".
In just 47 days, Calathes, '08, hopes to hear these words from NBA Deputy Commissioner Adam Silver. For now, it is only a reality in the latest mock draft on draftexpress.
The Hawk, Saint Joseph's University, PA
1 hour ago by Kathleen Radebaugh '08
The memory of Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse will forever extend beyond the red gym, 54th street, and the Philadelphia zip code. It will forever be the home of the Hawks, and no multi-million dollar blueprint will ever change that.
Dedicated in November of 1949 to alumni who gave their lives in World War II, the first basketball game played on its court was a 62-46 loss to Rhode Island.
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