While SXU students were at home on Spring Break, the NHL played on. In fact, the NHL underwent a crucial milestone in this regular-season. March 5 was the annual Trade Deadline. This…
In Defense of Sitcoms
I love television, specifically sitcoms. Whether they are good or bad, I will sit down and watch the entire thirty minutes of an episode. You may be wondering why I would subject…
The Grimm Adventures
Supernatural run-ins are not for the faint of heart–or stomach apparently–is what NBC’S fantastical and dark thriller Grimm seemed to be preaching in filler episode ‘Mommy Dearest”. Aired on March 7, the …
The Sounds of “House of Lies”
“House of Lies” is one of the top hit shows on Showtime that was recently renewed for its fourth season. If you have never seen the show, it is based around the…
They’re Bringing Beetle Back?
Who’s the ghost we love the most? Starts with a “B” and ends with a juice! That’s right, folks. Beetlejuice may be back in (live) action after almost 30 years. A week…
Listen to Lauren!
Dear Lauren, Summer is coming soon and I am afraid! I know that soon I will have to put on a bathing suit and I’m worried that my pale skin and flabby…
Out With the Old, In With the New?
As I write this article on the last few days of my spring break, friendship is on my mind. Now a sophomore, I have been home for several school breaks and a…
What’s In Your Protein Shake?
As our society pushes an image of fitness, whether it is bigger muscles or a thinner stomach, many are turning to vitamins and supplements such as protein shakes. Most pick up this…
Ukraine, Russia, The US and You: Part II
President Obama recently set sanctions against Russia for their continued presence in Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula. According to the Associated Press’s Nedra Pickler’s article “Obama announces sanctions on Russian officials”, President Obama froze…
International Students at SXU
Saint Xavier University is looking to expand the numbers of students by bringing international students to the campus. Provost Dr. Paul DeVito explained that, “This is an important and exciting time for…