By: Hannah Bonanducci The Arts department at Eastern has seen a flurry of events and performances for the semester so far, with the success of The Illusion theater production and the further success of the music department’s Fall Music Festival this past month. Looking forward on the event calendar is […]
Author: Hannah Bonanducci
To the Templeton CoHort of 2026
By: Hannah Bonanducci I had a conversation with a friend the other day talking about how it seems like time is racing past us, how these four years seem so short with all of the things I have in mind that I want to do. Classes and clubs aside, you […]
Campus Receives Bomb Threat: A timeline of events from the threat received Monday Nov.7
By: Hannah Bonaducci At 9:49 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 7, Eastern University students received an email from the Office of the Provost with the subject line “URGENT: Campus Security Emergency Notification.” Within the email, students were alerted that Eastern had received a bomb threat and that everyone was encouraged to […]
“That’s Not Normal”: Unfortunately it is. That’s the problem
By: Hannah Bonanducci CONTENT WARNING: Topics of gun violence, suicide, mental health and sexual assault will be discussed in this article. “This isn’t normal.” It’s the line I’ve heard at the end of many impassioned speeches calling for change. It’s not normal that children are dying in schools due to […]
Upcoming Sale Alert: Warner Library announces an upcoming book sale
By: Hannah Bonanducci On Tuesday, Nov. 8 and Wednesday, Nov. 9 the Warner Library will be hosting a book sale in the McInnis Hall main lobby. All of the prices have already been set, with paperbacks selling for only $1 and hardcovers selling for $2. The only requirement? Pay with […]
“The Illusion” Production Preview: Also, those posters around campus with an odd-looking web have a meaning
By: Hannah Bonanduci You may have noticed recently around campus a takeover of posters for the upcoming theater production “The Illusion.” It may seem like another generic poster showcasing a play you’re not planning on attending, but both the poster and the show are worthy of a second look. Eastern’s […]
Renting Costs Continue to Rise: The rising cost of rent for city dwellers continues to increase, notable those local to Philadelphia
By: Hannah Bonanducci In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and major shifts in administrations, many Americans have felt the strain of inflation reflected in the more expensive grocery trips and cost of gas. However, a concern that has been a problem since the start of the pandemic is the […]
Swimming as a Contact Sport: Hear me out, I’m onto something
By: Hannah Bonanducci Picture this with me: it’s the Olympics (whatever year you want, I don’t care). You’re in your family living room, all of you sitting on the couch with your own plate of pizza bagel bites. You’re all jazzed for the next swim race after watching gold-winning legend […]
It’s a Delight to Have You: A look into the Delight Bible study group held at Eastern
By: Hannah Bonanducci Eastern University has many opportunities for spiritual growth, ranging from the weekly chapel services, Wednesday night worship sessions, to the Cru Bible study and so on. However, another lesser-known group that meets on campus is Delight, a small women’s Bible study group funded and run by some […]
The Iron Fist: A look into College Board’s control over the college admissions process
By: Hannah Bonanducci For most of the people reading this, you’re a student at Eastern University that has, in some form or another, interacted with College Board. AP classes and tests, the PSAT, SAT and so on are almost inevitable for any high school student looking to enter college. However, […]