I enjoy my mornings with colorful smoothies loaded with sunny bananas, sweet berries, crunchy carrots, and cool beets. By noon, I munch on my freshly picked lettuce open like a beautiful rose…
WXAV’s Highlights From Riot Fest
Despite big acts dropping off the bill and rumors that the whole event might be canceled, Riot Fest still managed to pull off another amazing year. Headlined by Weezer, Beck, Run the…
Remembering Advocate Claire Wineland (1997 – 2018)
Claire Wineland, who was a beloved activist, Youtube star, author, and inspirational speaker, had passed away on Sunday, September 2nd. Wineland has been battling cystic fibrosis since birth, and at the age…
This Week in Chicago Sports
Chicago is considered a major city when it comes to sports teams. In fact, Chicago has six major sports teams. Two baseball teams (Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs), one basketball team…
Saint Xavier vs Lindenwood University Game Recap
It was a warm afternoon in Belleville, Illinois when the #21 ranked Saint Xavier Cougars came into town to face the Lindenwood Lynx. Saint Xavier entered the game with a record of…
Saint Xavier Athletics During Homecoming Week
Homecoming Week is fast approaching. While some choose to participate in the many celebrations, like the annual bonfire, others will participate in some of the numerous sporting events happening during this festive…
Chicago’s Daley Center Celebrates Turkish Culture
Chicago’s Richard J. Daley Center was filled with curious passers-by and fervent enthusiasts as the Turkish American Cultural Alliance (TACA) held their 15th annual Turkish Festival. The free-of-charge, three-day event hosted in…
SXU Alums on Display at Upfall Art Station
Saint Xavier University’s Upfall Art Station recently hosted a showing of the creative productions of SXU alums, Bryan Sykes and Kolin Smith, on Friday Sept. 14th. The exhibition was from 5-9 p.m….
SXU Welcomes New Dean of Arts and Sciences Dr. Robin Rylaarsdam
Dr. Robin Rylaarsdam, Saint Xavier University’s new Dean of Arts and Sciences sat down with the Xavierite for an interview. The Dean shared details about her experience, educational philosophy, and role within…
SXU Welcomes New CFO Daniel Klotzbach
The Xavierite had an opportunity to interview Saint Xavier University’s Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer, Daniel P. Klotzbach. CFO Klotzbach elaborated on his background, the financial status of the…