Much to my delight, Spring Banquet was above and beyond what I thought it would be. I was expecting to pull up to a small aquarium with a few fish tanks to look at, a spread of food that was a little better than Sodexo and music that would be just okay. But my low
Eastern students take over the Camden Aquarium at this year’s Spring Banquet Read Post »
It all began in 1999 when Betty Dukes, then a Wal-Mart greeter, got into an argument with her boss over her frustration with how the company was treating her. “I wanted to advance. I wanted to make that money,” she said in an interview with the Huffington Post in 2010. However, according to her, that
Wal-Mart V. Dukes makes U.S. history Read Post »
In one of my classes a few weeks ago, we discussed Lent and how it should be viewed. My professor emphasized a very important concept: Lent is about acknowledging our sin and humanity and seeking a more fulfilling relationship with God. So, while it may sound humble and happy to give up an easy thing
Reflections on Lent Read Post »
“Carousel,” Eastern Theatre’s latest production (in conjunction with R&H Theatricals), takes a surprisingly whimsical look at the brokenness of family relationships. Somewhere in the 1930s-40s, a young woman named Julie Jordan (senior Katherine Moorman) takes a ride on the carousel at a local carnival and meets Billy Bigelow (senior Jerome Scott II), who is a
Carousel shows the ups and downs of love Read Post »
UCONN’s Kemba Walker would not be denied as a very long journey finally ended in a championship. UCONN topped Butler 53 to 41 to claim its third national championship since 1999. Butler, and all who cheered for the number 8 seeded “Cinderella story,” were left disheartened by their dismal game, where they were out-muscled, out-hustled
Music department enchanted by executary Colleen Bradstreet
The vibrant color of lime green was worn by both Eastern lacrosse players and their fans to show support for the fight against Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at the MAC game against King’s on Apr. 2. Eastern’s goalie, sophomore Aaron Benz, can proudly call himself a Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma survivor. “I have been personally involved with HEADstrong through an
Lacrosse helps in fight against cancer Read Post »
On Friday April 8, Eastern’s main gym was alive with the sound of music. More specifically, it was the sound of rapping, bagpipes, acoustic guitars, laughter and whatever sound juggling makes. This cacophony was not the result of some strange circus, but of Eastern’s Talent Show. Students shared their passions and skills with the audience
Students share their gifts at Eastern’s talent show Read Post »
Sophomore Nathaniel James Strout “Life’s short. Eat dessert first.” Senior Amanda Maloney “I always liked the ones about ‘My B student could beat up your honors student.’” Senior Peter Horst “Probably, ‘When Jesus said love your enemies, I’m pretty sure he didn’t mean, kill them.’” Junior Steve Edwards “S*** happens.” (inspired by the movie “Forrest
