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10/03/2020

America suffered tremendously after witnessing the brutal disaster of a debate between former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump on September 29.

The two bitterly clashed and waged a war of the words. There were constant interruptions, personal jabs, and a general contempt that seeped through the debate floor and into the homes of the American people watching the disaster of a debate.

America suffered tremendously after witnessing the brutal disaster of a debate between former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump on September 29. The two bitterly clashed and waged…

10/03/2020

With election day coming up on Tuesday, November 3 presidential nominee Joe Biden has a lead by 7% in national polls making the challenge of winning battleground states more intense. Biden has begun to swing over typical republican votes.

In the battleground States, Biden is taking lead with Trump on his coattail. According to the BBC Biden is ahead in Florida, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

by Raquel Torrez With election day coming up on Tuesday, November 3 presidential nominee Joe Biden has a lead by 7% in national polls making the challenge of winning battleground states more intens…

10/03/2020

Through a press release, shared by the Conference’s official Twitter account, the NEC Council of Presidents has reaffirmed the initial postponement of all Sports Competition and Championships.

Through a press release, shared by the Conference’s official Twitter account, the NEC Council of Presidents has reaffirmed the initial postponement of all Sports Competition and Championships…

10/03/2020

The ladies of the St. Francis College Women’s Soccer Team are known for more than what they do more on the field. These dedicated women truly embody the Franciscan spirit as they have been giving back to their community in many ways.

by Katarina Cordero The ladies of the St. Francis College Women’s Soccer Team are known for more than what they do more on the field. These dedicated women truly embody the Franciscan spirit as the…

10/03/2020

On September 9th, 2020, students at St. Francis College were welcomed back onto campus and began remote learning. For the current freshman, Class of 2024, this has been a less than ordinary experience. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, life has been changing for everyone and continues to shift.

By Gabriela Zafra On September 9th, 2020, students at St. Francis College were welcomed back onto campus and began remote learning. For the current freshman, Class of 2024, this has been a less tha…

10/03/2020

This year, sport looked different not only for the professionals but also for colleges. In the North East Conference (NEC), all sporting seasons have been pushed back due to the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Currently, all sporting disciplines are awaiting a decision from the NEC concerning training and the resuming of their seasons. Meanwhile, at St. Francis College, multiple teams are back and have begun training.

by Katarina Cordero This year, sport looked different not only for the professionals but also for colleges. In the North East Conference (NEC), all sporting seasons have been pushed back due to the…

10/01/2020

A brand-new Amnesty International Chapter is currently being established at St. Francis College. This Chapter will be the first of its kind to be established at the College.

“Changing the world can begin with one idea from one student and our ultimate goal is to be able to provide students with the wealth of resources available through our partnership with AIUSA and work together to bring those ideas to life,” said one of the Co-Moderators of the Chapter, Esther Hassell.

A brand-new Amnesty International Chapter is currently being established at St. Francis College. This Chapter will be the first of its kind to be established at the College. “Changing the world can…

10/01/2020

The number one problem that students have with online learning is missing Zoom classes. I’m guilty of this too. I missed a Zoom meeting even though I woke up early and checked my email.

I had lots of junk mail in my inbox that I never clicked on, so all the messages were still highlighted. The email with the Zoom link was in between them, so I ended up missing my class.

The number one problem that students have with online learning is missing Zoom classes. I’m guilty of this too. I missed a Zoom meeting even though I woke up early and checked my email. I had lots …

09/24/2020

As the saying goes, “don’t judge a book by its cover.” St. Francis College may seem like a typical small private college, but it is actually an impressive academic institute that has earned a spot on the U.S. News & World Report’s annual college rankings because of its achievements.

St. Francis College ranked 13th out 57 in its category of Northern Regional Colleges. U.S. News looked at a total of 1,452 colleges and universities while conducting their study.

As the saying goes, “don’t judge a book by its cover.” St. Francis College may seem like a typical small private college, but it is actually an impressive academic institute that has earned a spot …

09/21/2020

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away due to complications from metastatic pancreatic cancer at the age of 87 on September 18th, 2020.

It is a tragic and profound loss that the entire country feels. A trailblazer in many regards, Ginsburg revolutionized the new generation by combatting discrimination. At the age of 37, Ginsburg served as co-director of the Women’s Rights Project of the American Civil Liberties Union. By the time she left the ACLU, Ginsburg had brought about the beginnings of a revolution in how women were treated, wiping close to 200 laws that discriminated quietly.

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away due to complications from metastatic pancreatic cancer at the age of 87 on September 18th, 2020. It is a tragic and profound loss that the enti…

09/16/2020

Former “Never Trumper” Councilman Eric Ulrich says he’s backing Donald Trump for re-election.
“If the election was held today, I’d be voting for Donald Trump,” Ulrich said.

Former “Never Trumper” Councilman Eric Ulrich says he’s backing Donald Trump for re-election. “If the election was held today, I’d be voting for Donald Trump,” Ulrich said. With two months to go be…

09/11/2020

It has been long anticipated, but it has finally arrived. After months of preparation, St. Francis College welcomed back its students to its campus virtually and in-person on Wednesday.

It has been long anticipated, but it has finally arrived. After months of preparation, St. Francis College welcomed back its students to its campus virtually and in-person on Wednesday. Having adop…

09/10/2020

The official Northeast Conference Twitter account has announced that men’s swimming & diving was added as the Conference’s 24th championship sport starting from 2020-2021 season.

The official Northeast Conference Twitter account has announced that men’s swimming & diving was added as the Conference’s 24th championship sport starting from 2020-2021 season. Te…

08/24/2020

The Northeast Conference Twitter account has announced that El Mahdi Youssoufi bicycle kick goal was awarded as “Play of the Year”

The Northeast Conference Twitter account has announced that El Mahdi Youssoufi bicycle kick goal was awarded as “Play of the Year” Youssoufi’s goal was featured on ESPN’s Sp…

08/21/2020

St. Francis Men’s Basketball Twitter account has announced that Deniz Celen has signed his first professional contract with Petkimspor, Turkey. Celen has just concluded his senior year at St.…

08/18/2020

Senator Kamala Harris is in the running alongside Presidential candidate Joe Biden in the 2020 election campaign against current President Donald Trump. Harris is the first woman of color to run for the White House.

Senator Kamala Harris is in the running alongside Presidential candidate Joe Biden in the 2020 election campaign against current President Donald Trump. Harris is the first woman of color to run fo…

08/09/2020

With COVID-19 still active, it is understandable that students and staff members would be worried about the fall semester. Even though President Martinez-Saenz has given us a very detailed plan, mo…

07/30/2020

The NEC Council of Presidents announced a new postponement regarding the restart of all fall sports athletics competition and championships, with an agreement to reconvene again by October 1, with new updates and evaluations.

The NEC Council of Presidents announced a new postponement regarding the restart of all fall sports athletics competition and championships, with an agreement to reconvene again by October 1, with …

07/25/2020

St. Francis has unveiled a brand new chat feature accessible to anyone who may have questions. The new chat feature is powered by Unibuddy, an app that connects prospective students with university ambassadors and staff.

St. Francis has unveiled a brand new chat feature accessible to anyone who may have questions. The new chat feature is powered by Unibuddy, an app that connects prospective students with university…

07/24/2020

The in-person commencement ceremony scheduled for August has been canceled. This was stated in an email from the President of the St. Francis College, Miguel Martinez-Saenz on July 23.

The in-person commencement ceremony scheduled for August has been canceled. This was stated in an email from the President of the St. Francis College, Miguel Martinez-Saenz on July 23. “In order to…

07/24/2020

As of June 2020, St. Francis College has officially welcomed the Curly Club to its community. The club is currently not operating as it is still planning for the Fall term. However, you can look forward to learning more about the Curly Club through SFC’s virtual orientation.

As of June 2020, St. Francis College has officially welcomed the Curly Club to its community. The club is currently not operating as it is still planning for the Fall term. However, you can look fo…

07/20/2020

Having worked as the Assistant Director of International Student Program and Services and DSO for the past two years, Grayson Savoie has resigned making way for the new International Student Advisor and DSO, Elizabeth Baldwin.

Having worked as the Assistant Director of International Student Program and Services and DSO for the past two years, Grayson Savoie has resigned making way for the new International Student Adviso…

07/17/2020

I have been asked on a few occasions to describe my experience of being “Black” in America, and no matter how many speeches I give or articles I write on this subject, it’s always a difficult subject to tackle.
Do I start with the instructions received from my mother at the young age of eight where she sat me down, looked me in my eyes, and sternly said, “Charles, I need you to hear me. If you are ever stopped by the police for any reason, please make...

By Charles Lewis I have been asked on a few occasions to describe my experience of being “Black” in America, and no matter how many speeches I give or articles I write on this subject, it’s always …

07/14/2020

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement policy that would have forced international students taking online-only classes out of the United States has been rescinded; U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs announced on Tuesday.

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement policy that would have forced international students taking online-only classes out of the United States has been rescinded; U.S. District Judge Allison Burr…

07/12/2020

For many students, their academic year came to a screeching halt mid-March as the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the United States. Many educational institutions opted to switch to online instructions in attempts to provide their students the opportunity to finish.

With stay-at-home orders and protocols varying from state to state, many are unsure whether schools should be reopened in the fall.

By Gabby G For many students, their academic year came to a screeching halt mid-March as the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the United States. Many educational institutions opted to switch to onlin…

07/10/2020

The Northeast Conference Council Presidents set September 10 as the start date for both conference and non-conference competition, as part of the NEC Fall Sports Return to Play Plan.

The Northeast Conference Council of Presidents set September 10 as the start date for both conference and non-conference competition, as part of the NEC Fall Sports Return to Play Plan. According t…

07/10/2020

In case you were wondering, I am not the person who hoarded hand sanitizer at the beginning of the virus- that was the rest of America.

Not to brag, but I was a champ during the Lockdown. All my years of training as a couch potato had finally paid off. I was only too happy to have a legitimate reason to stay home and commit to bein…

07/10/2020

International students on F-1 and M-1 visas will not be permitted to stay in the United States or re-enter if their schools will be operating fully online in the fall.

International students on F-1 and M-1 visas will not be permitted to stay in the United States or re-enter if their schools will be operating fully online in the fall. This announcement made by the…

06/01/2020

By Kavita Jaikissoon With tensions high because of the coronavirus, you would think that race would be last thing on anyone’s mind. But the death of George Floyd and the central Park incident involving Christian Copper have made it blatantly clear that not even a health crisis or a potentially crippled economy can stop racism in America. When situations like these occur, it can be disheartening. [ 617 more words ]
http://www.sfctoday.com/%ef%bb%bfinspiring-words-from-an-inspiring-man/

By Kavita Jaikissoon With tensions high because of the coronavirus, you would think that race would be last thing on anyone’s mind. But the death of George Floyd and the central Park incident invol…

05/11/2020

SFC Basketball's sophomore guard Larry Moreno has become a social media star with his trick shots to the limits of the impossible. It all started with the stay-at-home orders, and a lot of free time. Maintaining social-distancing indications, together with his younger brother Dangelo Meza, he started going out early in the morning at the courts near East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, where he performed spectacular trick shots that immediately went viral and were featured on ESPN.com, SportsCenter's Instagram and Facebook Top 10, Overtime, House of Highlights, NBC, and FIBA. [ 199 more words ]
http://www.sfctoday.com/sfc-basketball-sophomore-guard-larry-moreno-goes-viral-with-sensational-trick-shots/

05/01/2020

by Mary Lakhan In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, many schools, businesses and government offices worldwide have been forced to close. St. Francis College, like other colleges around the country, has suspended all face-to face academic instruction, moving all classes online until further notice. This decision was implemented immediately after spring break on March 18, 2020. Since then, students and professors have been adapting to this reality, navigating… [ 787 more words ]
http://www.sfctoday.com/st-francis-college-moves-online-in-light-of-covid-19-outbreak/

04/16/2020

edx.org offers online courses from Harvard and other institutions, for free.
http://www.sfctoday.com/harvard-offers-free-online-courses/

by Zanna Shapiro Ivy League institution Harvard University offers free online classes through the edx.org platform. edx.org offers classes from Harvard, MIT, Berkeley, etc. The website boasts that …

04/15/2020

ORA is offering complimentary virtual sessions. Read more here!
http://www.sfctoday.com/oraspace/

by Zanna Shapiro ORA, an acupuncturist center located near Washington Square Park is “still here for the healing”. ORA opened its space on March 4, 2020 — and had to temporarily close soon after du…

04/13/2020

Happy Monday! Read about the importance of exercise during a crisis.
http://www.sfctoday.com/the-importance-of-exercise-during-a-crisis/

by Kavita Jaikissoon                              &n…

04/11/2020

Meet Mike Phillips ‘08, Senior Admissions Counselor.
http://www.sfctoday.com/12887-2/

by Zanna Shapiro Mike Phillips ‘08 studied English at SFC and is now a Senior Admissions Counselor. He said he didn’t know much about St. Francis College besides the fact that his uncle attended th…

04/10/2020

by Antonia D'Amato The 5th annual St. Francis College Women’s Film Festival is only four days away. This year the festival is going online and will run from April 14th-18th. All the festival events will be accessible via Zoom and will be free and open to the public. Registration is needed to attend any online session via: The festival will feature screenings, a keynote, Q&A sessions, and workshops from their sponsor Seed & Spark. [ 404 more words ]
http://www.sfctoday.com/the-5th-annual-sfc-womens-film-festival-will-be-online/

by Antonia D’Amato The 5th annual St. Francis College Women’s Film Festival is only four days away. This year the festival is going online and will run from April 14th-18th. All the festival …

04/10/2020

Learn more about Kat Cardy ‘17 in this feature!
http://www.sfctoday.com/catch-kat-on-campus/

04/10/2020

Recognition for Rob🥳
http://www.sfctoday.com/recognition-for-rob/

by Zanna Shapiro Rob Oliva ‘04 earned his recognized for his role at SFC.👏 Currently Director of Recruitment for the Office of Admissions, he attended SFC from 2000-2004 and earned a B.A. in Politi…

04/09/2020

By Edoardo Giribaldi Former St. Francis College Basketball Team legend Jalem Cannon was elected "center of the year" in Italy's Serie A2 league, the second major league in the country. Cannon played an outstanding season with his team, NPC Rieti, with an average of 19 PPG, plus 8 RPG, which earned him not only the title of "center of the year" but also the presence in 1st team honors. [ 180 more words ]
http://www.sfctoday.com/former-sfc-legend-jalem-cannon-named-center-of-the-year-in-italys-serie-a2-awards/

By Edoardo Giribaldi Former St. Francis College Basketball Team legend Jalem Cannon was elected “center of the year” in Italy’s Serie A2 league, the second major league in the cou…

04/09/2020

by Antonia D’Amato Jennifer Demme Harris, the current Vice President for Production and Development for MTV International joined Professor Gewritz on a webinar. Unfiltered, Jennifer spoke about the highs and lows in her career and how they impacted her, leaving students feeling motivated. “Find the story you’re passionate about and create those stories and then shoot them, even if it’s just you with your camera and nobody else is there. [ 943 more words ]
http://www.sfctoday.com/a-webinar-with-jennifer-demme-harris-which-motivates-students-during-a-time-of-uncertainty/

by Antonia D’Amato  Jennifer Demme Harris, the current Vice President for Production and Development for MTV International joined Professor Gewritz on a webinar.  Unfiltered, Jennifer spo…