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SUNY Old Westbury Men’s Soccer Set For Bounce Back Year
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SUNY Old Westbury Men’s Soccer Set For Bounce Back Year

SUNY Old Westbury Men’s Soccer prepping for their match against Hunter College. Photo Credits: Jacob Taormina. In 2022, the SUNY Old Westbury Men’s soccer team tallied one win. The Panthers matched that total in just their third game of the season on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 with a 2-1 victory […]

SUNY OW’s School of Business is Now AACSB-Accredited
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SUNY OW’s School of Business is Now AACSB-Accredited

AACSB Logo. Photo Credit: aacsb.edu SUNY Old Westbury’s (OW) School of Business became accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), according to the University.  AACSB is a nonprofit association that aims to foster leadership among the next generation of college students. The association wants “to transform business […]

The History of Hair and Its Importance in Society
Fashion

The History of Hair and Its Importance in Society

Photo Credit: edit.sundayriley.com Historically, hair has represented beauty and longevity in many societies. In some societies, it’s viewed as having mythological or religious importance. In others, hair is used as a means of punishment. Hair texture and color: Genetics can be the cause of straight, wavy, or curly hair. It can […]

California Becomes First State to Declare a Transgender History Month
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California Becomes First State to Declare a Transgender History Month

Photo Credit: transgenderhistory.com San Francisco, California is set to recognize each August as “Transgender History Month,” following a vote held by state lawmakers on August 6th CBC7 reports. This is the first US state to honor trans history with such a declaration.  The bill reads, “Despite the national recognition of LGBTQ+ history […]

MTV VMA Awards
Opinion / Review

MTV VMA Awards

Shakira performs her song “Whenever, Wherever” at the VMAs. Photo Credit: Madison Sturm from MTV. The VMAs took place Tuesday, September 12, 2023. There were so many artists that performed on stage. The two performances that stood out the most were by Shakira and P. Diddy. Both artists were nominated […]

Bachelor of Arts, Sciences and Fine Arts Students Display Their Talent
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Bachelor of Arts, Sciences and Fine Arts Students Display Their Talent

May 2 to May 7: B.A. and B.S, Students  May 9 to May 16, B.F.A. Seniors. Amelie A. Wallace Gallery at SUNY Old Westbury These works vary from comics to oil paintings to collages to digital art. These pieces showcase the diversity and technical acumen of the art students on […]

Fashion Timeline
Fashion

Fashion Timeline

Fashion is a means of self-expression and “how people present themselves.” It is the practice of using clothing to convey your sense of beauty. Fashion is the act of wearing clothing in a way that enhances your physical features while also demonstrating to others your superb sense of style. In […]

Verified or Seeking Real-life Validation?
Opinion

Verified or Seeking Real-life Validation?

According to Twitter, starting this month, the platform will phase out its old verification program and those that once met the blue check mark criteria will have to pay to keep the blue check mark. Instagram (IG) has not announced if they will follow suit, but getting verified on IG […]

15th MAC Awards Ceremony
Campus News

15th MAC Awards Ceremony

Recognizing excellence in student creativity, journalism, and production skills, the Media Arts Celebration (MAC) Awards ceremony was held on May 3rd. This year marked the 15th annual awards ceremony which was founded and produced by Media and Communications Professor Joseph Manfredi. Plaques were handed out to the winners who included: […]

Writers Guild On Strike
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Writers Guild On Strike

Effective May 2, 2023, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) is currently on strike for the first time in fifteen years. Earlier last month, the guild voted to allow a strike should they be unable to reach a deal with producers as of May 1. The guild wanted better pay […]