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Sports Commentary: Late missed dunk costs the Explorers win over Rhode Island

Sports Commentary: Late missed dunk costs the Explorers win over Rhode Island

Enrique Carrasco, Editor On Jan. 28, 2023, the La Salle Explorers (7-12, 2-5) faced off against the Rhode Island Rams (7-13, 4-4) on the road for the second and last game against Rhode Island of the season. The two teams previously faced off on Jan. 7, 2023, where the Explorers won 77-75 in overtime. The…

by Enrique Carrasco January 31, 2023January 30, 2023
HelloFresh’s Monkey Business: Meal Kit Service Under Fire for Using Monkey Labor

HelloFresh’s Monkey Business: Meal Kit Service Under Fire for Using Monkey Labor

Chude Uzoka, Staff HelloFresh.com Corporations commonly get caught up in some hijinks. In the quest to pursue higher profits, companies tend to forget about human rights sometimes. Nike has been heavily criticized for years for using child labor and sweatshops, even though they claim to have cleaned up their act a decade ago, this still…

by Commentary Staff January 24, 2023January 24, 2023
Home is Where the Heart is

Home is Where the Heart is

Sam Klein, Staff Only a week into the spring semester and I already have a heavy heart.   I hear so many people around me excited for another fresh beginning, to reconnect with friends they haven’t seen in weeks, to begin to plan in advance the weekend adventures they will go on, and the long nights…

by Commentary Staff January 24, 2023January 24, 2023
Elon Musk and his seemingly empty promises

Elon Musk and his seemingly empty promises

Chude Uzoka, Staff A few months ago, I told my friends that if Elon Musk bought Twitter, he wouldn’t actually fix it the way people wanted. That’s because what people wanted was a completely unmoderated utopia (or dystopia) for people to say whatever they wanted and for Elon to bring all of the banned accounts…

by Commentary Staff December 6, 2022
Strive for Progress, Not Perfection 

Strive for Progress, Not Perfection 

Samantha Klein, Staff Huffington Post Absolutely anything is possible. There is not a single thing you cannot achieve. Wake up early, eat a healthy breakfast, make sure you attend all of your classes and get a workout in. Make sure you complete all of your assignments to the best of your ability, your room is…

by Commentary Staff November 22, 2022
“Andrew Tate” – For What?

“Andrew Tate” – For What?

Emily Allgair, Editor Over the weekend, more specifically within a 24-hour window, Andrew Tate was mentioned to me three times. Mentioned might not be the right word, maybe discussed – because I was expected to respond with my personal beliefs and attitudes towards this man. Now, some of you, my readers, may not have ever…

by Emily Allgair November 8, 2022November 7, 2022
October is slowly transforming into November

October is slowly transforming into November

Samantha Klein, Staff October is slowly transforming into November, the leaves changing color, the air growing colder. As midterms find themselves coming to end, there becomes this point in the semester where motivation finds itself at an all-time low, the earlier darkness of the night sky a reflection of how many students’ feel as the…

by Commentary Staff November 1, 2022November 1, 2022
The scariest thing this Halloween 

The scariest thing this Halloween 

Kylie McGovern, Editor  Ghosts, ghouls, vampires, and witches are not nearly as scary to me as some of the voting apathy I have experienced recently. Polyas.com defines voting apathy as “a lack of interest in participating in elections by certain groups of voters. One side-effect of voter apathy can be low voter turnout on election…

by Kylie McGovern October 24, 2022
Why Study History?

Why Study History?

David O’Brien, Editor-in-Chief Over the course of my time in college, people have often asked me why I study history. Everyone has heard the age-old question, “why should we care about what happened to a bunch of people I do not care about over a hundred years ago?!” The simple answer is, you cannot understand…

by David O'Brien October 10, 2022
A reflection on entertainment media as a career path

A reflection on entertainment media as a career path

Jakob Eiseman, Editor-in-Chief My whole life I have made entertainment media my hobby, and in two weeks I’ll be a journalist out in the field with a B.A. in Mass Media and Communication and I still have no idea what I want to write about.

by Jake Eiseman May 5, 2022May 5, 2022
Lost in translation — Unnecessary limitations on La Salle’s language courses

Lost in translation — Unnecessary limitations on La Salle’s language courses

Alina Snopkowski, Editor Students want to take foreign language classes and professors want to teach foreign language classes, so why don’t these classes exist?

by Alina Snopkowski April 21, 2022April 21, 2022
Where the war in Ukraine might be going and how the war could impact Philadelphia

Where the war in Ukraine might be going and how the war could impact Philadelphia

Mark Thomas, professor of political science Could the Russia-Ukraine war expand into a war between NATO and Russia? If it did expand, could a NATO-Russia war escalate into a nuclear war? How could a nuclear exchange between Russia, the U.S. and its NATO allies impact Philadelphia and the surrounding area?

by Commentary Staff March 24, 2022March 24, 2022
On Barbershops

On Barbershops

David O’Brien, Editor There is no reason for barbers to require appointments. Barbershops should have a structure similar to restaurants — first come, first serve, with appointments optional.

by David O'Brien March 24, 2022March 24, 2022
You look so stupid with your mask on your chin

You look so stupid with your mask on your chin

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Editor Wearing your mask around your chin? Pick a side.

by Elizabeth McLaughlin March 10, 2022March 9, 2022
Why you should doodle more

Why you should doodle more

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Editor The day I realized art doesn’t have to be good to be worth making, my entire perspective opened up. Once I broadened my outlook to one that validates crappy art, I started having way more fun.

by Elizabeth McLaughlin March 3, 2022March 3, 2022
Experiencing misogyny as a female student leader

Experiencing misogyny as a female student leader

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Editor These are problems endemic to being a woman in leadership. Being a female leader means constant self-awareness and concern for others. It means watching your tone and curating your clothes so that those who evaluate your body have as little to judge as possible. It means minding your Ps and Qs and…

by Elizabeth McLaughlin February 24, 2022February 24, 2022
The difference between $300 and $600k

The difference between $300 and $600k

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Editor La Salle’s highest-paid employee doesn’t even work here anymore.

by Elizabeth McLaughlin February 17, 2022February 17, 2022
The results are in — responses to our first Collegian community survey

The results are in — responses to our first Collegian community survey

Alina Snopkowski, Editor Interested in what La Salle students, professors, staff and alumni think about online classes and the University’s COVID-19 policies? We were.

by Alina Snopkowski February 10, 2022February 10, 2022
La Salle needs to start recycling

La Salle needs to start recycling

Kylie McGovern, Editor There are various solutions to La Salle’s recycling and sustainability issues, starting with turning off the lights in Founders Hall, providing recycling in residence halls and using more reusable materials in our dining halls.

by Kylie McGovern February 10, 2022February 9, 2022
Still disappointed in La Salle’s public safety communication

Still disappointed in La Salle’s public safety communication

Meghan Cain, Staff Another unfortunate experience with La Salle’s Public Safety Department highlights the continued lack of communication from this important group.

by Commentary Staff February 3, 2022February 3, 2022
An invitation to daily Mass

An invitation to daily Mass

Richard Mshomba, professor of economics “For when two or three gather together in My name, there I am with them.” Matthew, 18:20

by Commentary Staff February 3, 2022February 3, 2022
Following up on 9/29 article: Why you shouldn’t sleep in the same room as your phone

Following up on 9/29 article: Why you shouldn’t sleep in the same room as your phone

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Editor Full disclosure: I sleep with my phone in my room again.

by Elizabeth McLaughlin January 27, 2022January 27, 2022

The semester should end before Thanksgiving

Kylie McGovern, Editor Last year’s expedited fall semester that finished before Thanksgiving should be the norm every year.

by Kylie McGovern December 8, 2021December 7, 2021
Homecoming and parents’ weekend should not be at the same time

Homecoming and parents’ weekend should not be at the same time

Enrique Carrasco, Editor It happens too often: you’re hanging out in an alleyway with a drink in your hand when you look over and see two parents looking at you… judging you.

by Enrique Carrasco November 17, 2021November 17, 2021
I have an unhealthy relationship with Black Friday

I have an unhealthy relationship with Black Friday

Jakob Eiseman, Editor-in-Chief I’ve never loved and hated something so equally in my life as Black Friday.

by Jake Eiseman November 10, 2021November 9, 2021
Can women safely exist in our society?

Can women safely exist in our society?

Kylie McGovern, Editor The sickening assault of a woman on a SEPTA train is just one example of a larger issue — the world does not protect its women.

by Kylie McGovern November 3, 2021November 3, 2021
Megan Fox, please don’t do that

Megan Fox, please don’t do that

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Editor Ms. Fox, please don’t partner with Boohoo.

by Elizabeth McLaughlin November 3, 2021November 3, 2021

Social media: building up society and breaking down mental health

Meghan Cain, Staff Social media has become an important part of society, but it is impossible to ignore the damage it is doing to children.

by Commentary Staff October 27, 2021October 26, 2021
My life as a college age android user

My life as a college age android user

Jake Eiseman, Editor-in-Chief Do you really love Apple, or do you just feel like you have to?

by Jake Eiseman October 13, 2021October 12, 2021
Nicki Minaj featured on a new song that has a “Little Mix” of drama

Nicki Minaj featured on a new song that has a “Little Mix” of drama

Claire Kunzier, Editor Former “Little Mix” member Jesy Nelson has been accused of blackfishing following the release of her new song “Boyz.”

by Claire Kunzier October 13, 2021October 12, 2021
Seed Oils: A Hidden Danger in the American Diet

Seed Oils: A Hidden Danger in the American Diet

David O’Brien, Editor Seed oils are a common — and dangerous — part of many Americans’ diets.

by David O'Brien October 6, 2021October 5, 2021

Lack of communication takes the safety out of public safety

Meghan Cain, Staff Public Safety is a valuable resource, but without proper communication, it can be difficult or impossible to use.

by Commentary Staff October 6, 2021October 5, 2021
The world according to the Collegian’s readers

The world according to the Collegian’s readers

Alina Snopkowski, Editor Have you ever wondered where people are reading the Collegian from? I sure have.

by Alina Snopkowski October 6, 2021October 5, 2021
Why you shouldn’t sleep in the same room as your phone

Why you shouldn’t sleep in the same room as your phone

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Editor Establishing boundaries between yourself and your cell phone can lead to less stress and more beneficial relationships.

by Elizabeth McLaughlin September 29, 2021September 29, 2021
Ties and dressing for the inner you

Ties and dressing for the inner you

James LeVan, Staff Something as simple as changing your style can completely alter your self-confidence.

by Commentary Staff September 22, 2021September 21, 2021
Opinions on the final six in this season of “Big Brother”

Opinions on the final six in this season of “Big Brother”

Rayna Patel, Staff In this season of Big Brother, the final six contestants made history with their alliance on the show.

by Commentary Staff September 15, 2021September 14, 2021
Searching for meaning after a year away from La Salle

Searching for meaning after a year away from La Salle

Alina Snopkowski, Editor Here are my end of the semester thoughts: I’m searching for something.

by Alina Snopkowski April 28, 2021April 28, 2021
Save La Salle Baseball

Save La Salle Baseball

Commentary Staff It was one of those “where were you?” moments.

by Commentary Staff April 21, 2021
The election we often forget

The election we often forget

James LeVan, Staff Get involved in your local elections — the decisions your local representatives make impact your daily life, and the people participating in local elections today might be running for president in a few years.

by Commentary Staff April 14, 2021
The iPad is harming our kids and they have no idea

The iPad is harming our kids and they have no idea

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Staff Children sometimes spend hours a day in front of a screen — which can lead to a lack of sleep, exposure to inappropriate content and possible addiction.

by Commentary Staff March 24, 2021
A year in retail

A year in retail

James LeVan, Staff Working in a grocery store used to be a pleasant job, but everything changed when the pandemic started.

by Commentary Staff March 24, 2021
The upside of a year in isolation: Self-knowledge

The upside of a year in isolation: Self-knowledge

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Staff A global pandemic and all its associated isolation is a convenient time to parse through your own self-knowledge.

by Commentary Staff March 17, 2021
Andrew Cuomo is rightfully in hot water, for all the wrong reasons

Andrew Cuomo is rightfully in hot water, for all the wrong reasons

Cianan Meagher, Staff New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is currently under fire for sexual misconduct allegations — but let’s not forget the lack of media attention on how he mishandled New York’s response to COVID-19.

by Commentary Staff March 17, 2021March 17, 2021
Do you smoke in grocery stores?

Do you smoke in grocery stores?

Alina Snopkowski, Editor Being asked to wear a mask in a store or restaurant is not very different from many other rules we follow in these places on a regular basis.

by Alina Snopkowski March 10, 2021

Catharsis: America needs a reformation

James LeVan, Staff It is clear that this country needs to change. Democracy, labor, and education are particular parts of society that need reform.

by Commentary Staff March 10, 2021
What I wish I knew as a freshman

What I wish I knew as a freshman

Bianca Abbate, Editor-in-Chief Here is some advice for current (and future) freshmen.

by Bianca Abbate February 24, 2021February 24, 2021

Write a story

Alina Snopkowski, Editor After spending hours on papers and reports, the last thing many want to do is write a story — but maybe thinking creatively can bring relaxation and help you learn about yourself.

by Alina Snopkowski February 24, 2021February 24, 2021

You Posted a Black Square in June — What Are You Doing Today?

Mary Kraus, Staff Eight months after Blackout Tuesday, here’s some meaningful actions that should be taken in the fight for justice and progress.

by Commentary Staff February 24, 2021

Horrors of online harassment

James LeVan, Staff

by Commentary Staff February 17, 2021February 17, 2021
I think I’m doing Lent wrong

I think I’m doing Lent wrong

Alina Snopkowski, Editor I’ve been reflecting on expectations and obligations and I’m still not sure what Lent means to me.

by Alina Snopkowski February 17, 2021March 9, 2021
The importance of #FreeBritney

The importance of #FreeBritney

Damien Allison, Staff #FreeBritney has been gaining popularity recently, and here’s why we should be paying attention.

by Commentary Staff February 17, 2021

A case for meditation

Elizabeth McLaughlin, Staff Meditation can help increase your focus, energy and self-awareness.

by Commentary Staff February 10, 2021

Reasons to study history: the past is alive

James LeVan, Staff Studying history can shed a light on how the past influences the present on both a personal and societal level.

by Commentary Staff February 10, 2021

Permaculture should become mainstream

Aidan Tyksinski, Staff Working with nature to combat climate change offers many opportunities for conservation and self-sufficiency.

by Commentary Staff February 3, 2021February 11, 2021

Colleges should implement open-note exams

Rayna Patel, Staff Open-note exams became more popular in virtual classes, and they should be the norm everywhere.

by Commentary Staff February 3, 2021February 11, 2021

The rise and fall and rise again of the Republicans

James LeVan, Staff The Republican party has been through many cycles of defeat and return throughout its complex history.

by Commentary Staff January 27, 2021February 11, 2021

American soccer culture needs to exist beyond a World Cup cycle

Siobhan Nolan, Staff Soccer is the world’s sport — so why doesn’t it get much attention in the United States?

by Commentary Staff January 27, 2021February 11, 2021

“Senioritis” — More like Senior Anxiety

Shayna Ortiz, Staff In this time of change and uncertainty, here are some thoughts about the future.

by Commentary Staff January 27, 2021February 11, 2021
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