Webster defines microaggression as “a comment or action that subtly and often unconsciously or unintentionally expresses a prejudiced attitude toward a member of a marginalized group (such as a racial minority).” Some…
How Do We Trust Physicians?
Doctors are held to high standards. They are the people we trust to give us the most accurate diagnosis, the people we trust with our loved ones, and the people we expect…
Businesses and Pollution
I recently read in a CNN article that tech cities are rising in India and with it, the pollution is also rising. A person they interviewed in the article stated that they…
The Saint Valentine Massacre
On February 14, 1929, Chicago experienced a massacre. While people were busy buying roses and chocolates for their significant others last week, 91 years ago, Alphonse Gabriel Capone ordered the slaughter of…
4D: Its About Time
On February 13, Saint Xavier University’s Visual Arts Center hosted the “4D: It’s About Time” reception. The event was an opportunity to meet the artists behind the exhibition. The exhibition is being…
Death Metal on Valentine’s Day
The House of Vans hosted Lamb of God on February 14th. This Valentine’s Day performance was one that showed love to the band and their fans. The freezing cold temperatures did not…
An Interview With Coach O’Malley
I sat down to talk to Saint Xavier Men’s Basketball Coach Tom O’Malley. O’Malley is in his 23rd and final season as head coach. He has three Chicago Collegiate Athletic Conference Coach…
Why Do Major Sports Leagues Have No Competition?
This past weekend saw the debut of a new professional football league, the XFL. Nobody knows how it will go, but this led me to a bigger question: why do major sports…
SXU Softball Early Season Recap
The Saint Xavier softball team has gotten off to a great start this year, winning all of their first six games. The Cougars kicked off the season by participating in the NAIA…
SXU Women’s Basketball Week in Review
Saint Xavier Women’s Basketball had an impressive week winning both of their games by over 45 points to stay undefeated in conference play. The week started at home on Wednesday against the…