Book Highlight: “The Miracles of the Namiya General Store.”
This year has had many of us wishing we could time travel to a time where the pandemic doesn’t exist—all of the stress, trouble and loss would be gone with…
Take a Break to Skate: Fowler Parking Lot turned into an ice skating wonderland for students to enjoy.
While Eastern’s campus is (hopefully) saying its final goodbyes to colder weather, the Student Activities Board (SAB) hosted an “Ice Skating Neon Night” event on March 13th for students to…
Re-evaluating Textbook Prices: Publishing professionals explain why textbook prices are declining and what that means for students.
As college students, we have a responsibility twice a year to buy textbooks for all of our classes each semester. We all know too well the feeling of dread we…
Five Things to Know About Astrology: What it is and how to find out your different signs.
Astrology is a touchy subject; some people believe in it, others don’t. However, not much is known about astrology by the general public. Most people are aware of their sun…
People of Eastern: Meet Dr. Hatch, the Chair of the Communications Studies Department.
Dr. John Hatch has been the Chair of the Communications Studies Department here at Eastern for almost a decade now. I sat down with Dr. Hatch and spoke to him…
A Mayoral Visit: Students got the chance to speak with Mayor of Philadelphia, Jim Kenney.
Home of the Liberty Bell, cheesesteaks, and many wonderful Eastern students and staff members, Philadelphia contains a multitude of characteristics that makes it so unique from other major cities. On…
Seuss Company Pulls Offensive Books: Six Dr. Seuss books have been discontinued due to racist illustrations.
Dr. Seuss is one of the most well-known and beloved children’s book authors, and has been for generations. He has written and illustrated over 60 books in his career, many…
Myanmar Coup Protests Turn Deadly: This Southeast Asian country experiences widespread, fatal unrest.
Following the military coup d’etat in the beginning of February, Myanmar (also known as Burma) has seen numerous protests turn violent. The National League for Democracy (NLD) and the party’s…
An ‘Epidemic of Violence’: Trans women are violated at an alarming rate in Philadelphia and across the nation.
Early Saturday, March 20th a few Philadelphia police officers responded to reports of a fight. Upon their arrival a bloodied woman in ripped clothes fell at their feet. This woman…
Carson Wentz Leaves Philly: A look at the former Eagles QB’s future.
The Philadelphia Eagles’ supposedly fated face of the franchise has moved on. After several up and down years in Philly filled with injury, loss, and inconsistency, quarterback Carson Wentz was…