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Our University Leaders Cannot Capitulate to Trump
Micah Grayson, Asst. Opinion Editor • April 1, 2025

Racism and discrimination don’t have a place on our campus, regardless of who’s sending out the initiative. And following the Trump administration's...

Bryce Hopkins Heads to Queens, Marks Second Commit of Transfer Portal Season
James Williams, Sports Editor • March 31, 2025

Just two days after RJ Luis Jr.’s decisive and controversial exit from St. John’s, Rick Pitino filled his spot with the massive acquisition...

Student Government, Inc. Candidates Announced, Campaigning Underway
Olivia Seaman, Editor-in-Chief • March 31, 2025

Campaigns for the St. John’s University Student Government, Inc. (SGi) were announced on March 25, marking the beginning of the campaign...

American Free Speech Has Never Been Close to Perfect
Micah Grayson, Asst. Opinion Editor • March 31, 2025

American exceptionalism is just as prevalent and misguided as it’s ever been. Its most recent showcase comes from a usual contestant,...

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Playboi Carti’s ‘MUSIC’: A Lesson on 808’s and Distortion
Fernando Mejia, Contributing Writer • March 31, 2025

Playboi Carti’s newest album, “MUSIC,” was released on March 14, five years since the rapper divided the hip-hop world with his genre-defining...

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Mayoral Candidate Zellnor Myrie Talks Plans for NYC, St. John’s Basketball and Shoes
James Williams, Sports Editor • March 30, 2025

In a competitive race for New York City’s mayoral seat brimming with controversy, New York State Senator Zellnor Myrie plans to offer obtainable...

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University of Notre Dame Researcher Gives Women’s History Month Lecture
Malak Kassem, News Editor • March 26, 2025

St. John’s University’s history professor Susan Schmidt Horning hosted media expert Mary Celeste Kearney of the University of Notre Dame...

Selection Sunday Watch Party Held Amid Student Confusion
Selection Sunday Watch Party Held Amid Student Confusion
Olivia Rainson, Features Editor & Social Media Manager • March 17, 2025

On March 17 at 6 p.m., the St. John's University men's basketball team gathered and anxiously awaited the "Selection Sunday" show on CBS,...

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Shalom Center for Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation Founder Speaks at St. John’s
Malak Kassem, News Editor • March 16, 2025

A conversation titled “Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation” with Fr. Patrick Devine was held in St. Augustine’s CCC room on March...

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Career Services ‘Black Voices in Law’ Panel Provides Advice for Aspiring Law Students
Micah Grayson, Asst. Opinion Editor • February 27, 2025

St. John’s University Career Services held a ‘Black Voices in Law’ panel discussion Tuesday on the second floor of St. Augustine Hall...

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What’s Next for the Johnnies?
James Williams, Sports Editor • March 30, 2025

In the full week since St. John’s bid for a National Championship was cut short by John Calipari’s Razorbacks, the landscape of the Big...

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Walk Off Balk Completes Late Comeback For St. John’s Baseball
Sebastian Zelaya, Photo Editor • March 29, 2025

The St. John’s baseball team grabbed a late comeback win on March 26 against the Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) Blue Devils...

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Women’s Basketball Season Recap and Offseason Preview
Nicholas St. Cyr, Staff Writer • March 26, 2025

The St. John’s Women’s Basketball team finished the regular season with a 16-15 record overall. Although the Red Storm finished the season...

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Calipari, Arkansas Upsets Pitino and St. John’s in Round of 32
Kyler Fox, Managing Editor • March 22, 2025

Following St. John’s first NCAA Tournament victory in 25 years, a legendary reunion was in order. Rick Pitino and John Calipari—two...

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St. John’s Blitzes Omaha in Second Half, Advances to Round of 32
Kyler Fox, Managing Editor • March 21, 2025

For the first time in six years, St. John’s returned to the NCAA Tournament.  Thursday night, the Red Storm revisited Amica Mutual...

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Why Dismantle the Department of Education?
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • March 30, 2025

On March 20, President Donald Trump signed an executive order dismantling the Department of Education (DOE). He would need congressional...

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Buyer’s Remorse: How Should the Left Approach Regretful Trump Sympathizers?
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • March 18, 2025

In his first month in office, President Donald Trump has garnered a 44% approval rating. A surprisingly high score considering some of his...

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Barker and Bhabie: It’s More Serious Than You Think
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • March 5, 2025

Once every six months we’re all but guaranteed some sort of celebrity or influencer feud, and it works out even better if there's a diss...

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It’s Time To Reckon With the West’s Destabilization of Africa
Micah Grayson, Asst. Opinion Editor • February 26, 2025

While Black History Month is widely celebrated in the United States, many Africans continue to face significant economic hardship. In February...

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Eric Adams Is Letting Us Down
Micah Grayson, Asst. Opinion Editor • February 19, 2025

The liberal resistance movement against President Trump has been disappointing at best, and utterly nonexistent at worst.  A prime example...

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Mayoral Candidate Zellnor Myrie Talks Plans for NYC, St. John’s Basketball and Shoes
James Williams, Sports Editor • March 30, 2025

In a competitive race for New York City’s mayoral seat brimming with controversy, New York State Senator Zellnor Myrie plans to offer obtainable...

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‘Women on Wall Street’ Shapes a Pathway for SJU Women to Follow
Isabella Acierno, Outreach Manager • March 28, 2025

The “#WomeninMaleFields” trend on TikTok has captured the attention of social media users globally with the backing of strong virality...

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Work and Learn: St. John’s Career Services’ Guide to Internships
Alexandra Prettitore, Asst. Features Editor • March 26, 2025

As the academic year rapidly comes to a close, the pressure to determine summer plans also creeps up. Although it’s great to use the summer...

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Celebrating Women’s History Month in NYC
Alexandra Prettitore, Asst. Features Editor • March 17, 2025

March is dedicated to celebrating and remembering the accomplishments of women in the United States. It was introduced as a national celebration...

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4 Budget-Friendly Spring Break Destinations for College Students
Alexandra Prettitore, Asst. Features Editor • February 27, 2025

Spring break is rapidly approaching for St. John’s University students — this year, it’s from March 3 to March 8. Many take this opportunity...

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Playboi Carti’s ‘MUSIC’: A Lesson on 808’s and Distortion
Fernando Mejia, Contributing Writer • March 31, 2025

Playboi Carti’s newest album, “MUSIC,” was released on March 14, five years since the rapper divided the hip-hop world with his genre-defining...

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‘Equus Asinus:’ A Pleasant Infusion of Pop and Folk
James Williams, Sports Editor • March 31, 2025

Canadian dream-pop trio Men I Trust released “Equus Asinus” on March 19, their first of two albums to be released in 2025 with their...

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Momo Boyd Captures Americana in Debut Single ‘American Love Song’
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • March 30, 2025

Singer Momo Boyd first released the demo “American Love Song” on SoundCloud two years ago. On March 27, she released a solo official...

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Museum Administration Students Explore Historical Art With a Critical Lens
Celina Mullady, Asst. Culture Editor • March 20, 2025

St. John’s University’s Master of Arts in Museum Administration Program released its student-curated virtual exhibit on Feb. 18. The...

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What To Know About ‘Snow White’ Before It Hits Theaters
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • March 20, 2025

The live adaptation of “Snow White” is set to premiere in theatres on March 21. The film has gained traction since its original announcement,...

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