The Second Time Machine
By Anonymous Three friends and I were enjoying a few rounds of the Catholic Card Game in our dorm when our fifth friend—whom I shall refer to as the time traveler from here on—stumbled through the door, haggard and exhausted. We paused our game, astonished as he sat down and began devouring our Takis. “You’ve […]
“The Fall Guy”
Samuel Ellis Columnist “The Fall Guy” was a breath of fresh air and is counted among the handful of “good” movies during our recent decline of cinema. The film debuted in theaters May 3, 2024, and starred Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The film is based loosely on its predecessor TV show of the […]
Barons lose close game with Chatham
Madeline Dorobiala Staff Writer The Franciscan University women’s volleyball team fell 3-2 against Chatham Cougars Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. The Barons were finally back home after a series of losses at away games. Franciscan has faced the Cougars once this season and won, so they were optimistic about playing them again. The Barons started on […]
Faces of Franciscan: “What’s Your Favorite Class this Semester?”
Art Cordova Staff Writer This week, local Frannies were asked “What is your favorite class this semester?” Here’s what they had to say: Junior bio pre-med student Nate Rall responded, “I would have to say my favorite is Dr. McKenna’s Human Physiology because we get to learn about the cardiovascular system, and I would like to […]
What happened to Oakland?
Evan Weber Sports Editor It was the peak of summer heat, and I could barely find any shade. I was attending a baseball game at the Coliseum, home to the Oakland Athletics and considered by many to be the worst stadium in baseball – it felt much too large for the quaint pastime of baseball. […]
Francis Fest: A Celebration Like No Other
Cece Razo Staff Writer There were old faces, new faces, kids running around and dogs barking. The delicious smell of apple pies, pulled pork and fresh popcorn filled the air on Sept. 28 in the JC Pavillion. Francis Fest once again succeeded in bringing the community into one place to enjoy and celebrate the gift […]
Escaping in the Everyday
Eleanor O’Hagan Columnist As the leaves fall and the days get cloudier, I can’t help but want to slow down and enjoy the season. Maybe this desire is because all my classes are in a complete whirlwind right now, and things in life are blowing all over the place, but its more than wanting to […]
Household Life celebrates 50th anniversary
Peyton Voorheis Staff Writer Franciscan University celebrates its 50 year anniversary of households life. Households introduced in 1974 were originally established by the Rev. President Michael Scanlan, TOR to help foster Catholic fraternity amongst its students. Household life has become one of the most fundamental and unique parts of our campus. Several individuals involved with […]
Dill Makes History in Shutout Win
Evan Weber Sports Editor The Franciscan women’s soccer team completely shut down the Washington and Jefferson Presidents in a 2-0 victory Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. Senior goalkeeper Rebekka Dill became the all time win leader with 24 wins, earning this tremendous achievement in front of a home crowd at Trinity field. Barons came […]
Barons Shutout Presidents in Dominant Win
Evan Weber Sports Editor The Franciscan Barons secured a commanding 4-0 victory over the Washington & Jefferson Presidents Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m. at Trinity Field. The Barons, playing at home, took a commanding lead after a sluggish start, improving their position in the PAC standings. The win brought Franciscan to 7 PAC points, […]