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The Recreational, Fitness and Wellness Center construction continues Saturday March 9th.

Construction remains ongoing for Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center and Health Professions Center

Anthony Rawley and Aracely Chavez March 27, 2024

The Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center and the Health Professions Center are undergoing construction projects.  The RFWC’s construction project is part of a $17 million renovation project including...

The College of Liberal Arts adds business humanities and medical humanities minors for students in Fall 2024.

Business humanities, medical humanities minors teach students how to connect with others

Aracely Chavez, News Editor March 27, 2024

Two new minors will be available in the College of Liberal Arts in Fall 2024. The business humanities and medical humanities minors aim to prepare students in their future careers. Kristin LaFollette,...

Tucker Dupree, Paralympic swimmer, and attendees of the presentation smile for a photo Thursday in Carter Hall.

Paralympic swimmer, medalist shares story for Disability Awareness Month

Anthony Rawley, Assistant News Editor March 26, 2024

Tucker Dupree, Paralympic swimmer, visited campus to speak for Disability Awareness Month Thursday in Carter Hall. A meet-and-greet was held afterward. Dupree was diagnosed with Leber’s hereditary...

Priority registration for Fall 2024 opens Monday-Friday, and open registration begins March 29.

How advising centers provide students with registration assistance

Aracely Chavez and Anthony Rawley March 20, 2024

Priority registration for Fall 2024 begins March 25 and will be open until March 28. Open registration will be available from March 29 to Aug. 16. The College of Liberal Arts Advising Center provides...

Girls Who Code is a national organization that aims to encourage women in STEM and close the gender gap.

Girls Who Code: Building a ‘pipeline’ for young girls

Aracely Chavez, News Editor March 13, 2024

Girls Who Code is an international organization with chapters located at universities and schools globally. According to Strishi Srivastava, associate professor of computer science and faculty coordinator...

Vehicles sit parked Feb. 19 in Lot B. Students expressed their thoughts on construction across the Lloyd Expressway.

Lloyd construction projects result in delayed commutes

Anthony Rawley, Assistant News Writer February 28, 2024

Construction on the Lloyd Expressway began at the start of Spring 2024. It has led to recent road closures on the west side of the Lloyd Expressway and delays for commuters arriving to campus.  According...

Students and alumni network with potential employers Feb. 20 at the Career and Internship Fair in the Screaming Eagles Arena. (Photo by Ethan MacCowan)

Gallery: Students, alumni attend Internship and Career Fair

Ethan MacCowan, Staff Photographer February 28, 2024

The Internship and Career Fair included a variety of local businesses and organizations Feb. 20 in the Screaming Eagles Arena. The event provided students and alumni the opportunity to speak with local...

Japanese Club members prepare for the Setsubun Celebration, and attendees gather to talk before the event Friday in the Liberal Arts Center 1004.

Gallery: Japanese Club hosts first Setsubun Celebration

Nico Armeanu, Staff Photographer February 28, 2024

The Japanese Club hosted its first Setsubun Celebration Friday in the Liberal Arts Center 1004. The event included oni, “devil,” masks for attendees to decorate and wear, a presentation discussing...

Counseling and Psychological Services helps students navigate through grief and loss.

CAPS, students reflect on navigating grief, loss

Alex Mendoza, Staff Intern February 22, 2024

Counseling and Psychological Services assists students seeking help on and off campus. CAPS helps students who may need support or are adjusting to college life and are experiencing depression or trauma....

Student organizations create diverse areas on campus and emphasize the importance of diversity in higher education.

Diverse student organizations: The importance of diversity

Anthony Rawley, Assistant News Writer February 22, 2024

Asian Student Union The Asian Student Union promotes the diversity of Asian cultures. It serves as a safe space for Asian students and educates students on Asian heritage. Midori Matsuura, senior...

Adrianna Garcia, president of the Student Government Association, and Tamia Smith, administrative vice president for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, stand outside the SGA office Jan. 30 in University Center East.

SGA’s AVP EDI position promotes inclusivity, diversity on campus

Ava Bartley, Staff Writer February 21, 2024

The Student Government Association created the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion administrative vice president position in the 2022-2023 academic year. Tamia Smith, junior psychology major, currently holds...

The Health Professions Center contains the University Health Center and USI Dental Clinic.

Campus clinical services — ‘a good resource to have’

Autumn Meyer, Staff Writer February 20, 2024

In the Health Professions Center, the University Health Center and USI Dental Clinic provide medical care for students on and off campus. The following resources are available to students who pay the...

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