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Life in the Academic Village: Privacy and Independence
Opinion

Life in the Academic Village: Privacy and Independence

(Photo: A recently installed kitchenette in Roosevelt Hall, of the Academic Village.) One year after the return of the Academic Village, it is obvious that “independent, suite-style living” was long overdue for upperclassmen at SUNY Old Westbury. Woodlands residents have access to elevators, laundry rooms on each floor, and air […]

Catastrophic Floods in Pakistan should not be the new Normal
International / News

Catastrophic Floods in Pakistan should not be the new Normal

“Today, it’s Pakistan. Tomorrow, it could be your country,” UN chief. According to CNN, more than 33 million people have been affected by flash floods in Pakistan, killing 1500 people so far. One third of Pakistan is underwater due to unprecedented torrential monsoon rains, causing upward of $20 billion damages […]

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Sports

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Here you will find all the information you need about the World Cup Qatar 2022 so you don’t miss out on this amazing event! What is the World Cup? The FIFA World Cup, simply known as the World Cup, is the most prestigious sport competition held every four years with […]

The History of Halloween
Opinion

The History of Halloween

Halloween is one of the oldest holidays celebrated on October 31st every year in the U.S. On that day, people dress up in costumes and attend parties. Also, people trick-or-treat with children. Today, some Christians believe that Halloween shouldn’t be celebrated, arguing that this festivity is a pagan holiday during […]

Residence Halls Under Renovation: Woodlands Hall 4 Reopens, Halls 1 & 2 Temporarily Closed
Campus / News

Residence Halls Under Renovation: Woodlands Hall 4 Reopens, Halls 1 & 2 Temporarily Closed

The new HVAC system in Woodlands has a touch-screen thermostat. (Photo/Destini Sharpe) After a year of being closed down, Woodlands Residence Hall 4 has been renovated and is once again open to residential students. According to Assistant Director of Residential Life, Mercy Matthews, Hall 4 was closed to allow for […]

Media / News

New Media Beat Podcast!

This Week on New Media Beat: Japanese Reality TV: When Is a Toddler ‘Old Enough’ for their ‘First Errand’? Iranian Social: Protesting the Death of Mahsa Amini Hollywood in China: Will There Be a Happy Ending? Serbian Social: LGBTQ+ EuroPride or Hate Speech? India’s Internet Rules: Legitimate Governance or Restricted […]

“Sad Songs In A Hotel Room”
Opinion

“Sad Songs In A Hotel Room”

Joshua Bassett’s EP, “Sad Songs In A Hotel Room,” came out at midnight on September 23 and it certainly deserves recognition! “Sad Songs In A Hotel Room,” Bassett’s third EP and the title of the lead-off track, consists of six songs and highlights somber experiences.  The fourth song on the […]

5SOS5 by 5 Seconds of Summer
Opinion

5SOS5 by 5 Seconds of Summer

After months of waiting, fans of the Australian band 5 Seconds of Summer, or 5SOS for short, were treated to the band’s fifth studio album 5SOS5 on September 23.  The new album comes two years after the band’s last release, which was CALM in March 2020. In celebration of the […]

Panther Pride Homecoming Returns!
Campus News

Panther Pride Homecoming Returns!

From September 28 to October 1, Panther Pride Homecoming will return to SUNY Old Westbury! Panther Pride Homecoming celebrates school pride. It brings the SUNY Old Westbury community together including students, faculty, staff, and even alumni through a series of events. The annual event last took place in Fall of […]

SUNY Old Westbury Honors 9/11 Victims
Campus

SUNY Old Westbury Honors 9/11 Victims

When walking around campus, you’ve probably noticed flags hanging around the inside of the Campus Center Atrium and New Academic Building. These flags represent the United States of America and say the words “NEVER FORGET.” They list the names of those who lost their lives at the September 11, 2001 […]