Daniel di Martino’s Venezuelan Socialism
On Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. in the Gentile Gallery, the Young Americans for Freedom organization on campus hosted Daniel Di Martino to give a talk on his experience with socialism in Venezuela. Di Martino began with family stories, speaking about his time hiking the Camino pilgrimage with his mom. He gave background of his […]
Freedom Fall Bash
On Oct. 10 at 4 p.m., Turning Point USA (TPUSA) hosted a fall-themed festival in the Finnigan Fieldhouse Courtyard. TPUSA collaborated with Young Americans for Freedom (YAF), Guardians of the Divine Will household and St. Vitas Social Dance Club for the event. Additionally, there was a bake sale to support AIM Women’s Center. They sold […]
Siege of Yorktown, September 28, 1781
On this day in history, British forces, under the command of General Cornwallis, had been stationed in Yorktown, Virginia, for several weeks. After many grueling battles with the Americans, the British were in desperate need of reinforcements. The Royal Navy was on its way with everything needed to help Cornwallis continue the fight: men, supplies […]
David Craig Poetry Reading
On Thursday, Sept. 19 at 7 p.m., the English department of Franciscan University hosted a poetry reading featuring adjunct Professor David Craig. Craig recently published a new book of poetry titled “Dimestore Saints: Sonnets from the Gospel of St. Matthew.” Several English professors were in attendance, along with many students. Professor Joshua Kulseth introduced Craig […]
The Annunciation Catholic School Shooting
On Wednesday, Aug. 27, in Minneapolis, 23-year-old Robin Westman opened fire on a group of students and adults attending morning Mass at Annunciation Catholic Church. Multiple shots were fired from outside of the church, breaking through the windows and hitting those inside. Two children, Fletcher Merkel and Harper Moyski, who had been attending Mass, were […]
FBI and CIA agents explain their role in government
By Lauren Hunter Staff Writer Former FBI and CIA agents discussed their role in government to help educate students about safety and awareness on April 24 at 7:30pm in the Gentile Gallery. Jeff Cortese, a former FBI agent, and Danny Andersen, a former CIA officer, led the discussions. During the talk, there were chips and […]
Students share musical, poetic and comedic talent at Open Mic Night
By Lauren Hunter Staff Writer Students performed acts of music, comedy and poetry at Exc!te’s Open Mic Night. The event took place on April 16 at 8 p.m. by Cupertino’s Café. The event was part of Art Week, a week of fun activities for the students to participate in leading up to the Spring Formal. […]
Alumna creates and directs student musical
By Lauren Hunter Staff Writer Franciscan University’s Anathan Theatre put on the musical “Life in Color” on April 5-7 and 12-14. The musical was created by recent graduate student AmyLynn Miller, who also served as the director of the show. “Burned by a past full of abandonment and weighty responsibility, a passionate young woman named […]
Ambassador relates story of current political prisoner
By Lauren Hunter Staff Writer Franciscan University of Steubenville hosted a talk about Jimmy Lai, a current political prisoner in Hong Kong, on March 26 at 7 p.m. in the Gentile Gallery. There was an assortment of cookies and brownies available for attendees upon walking in, as well as free shirts and tote bags. Printed […]
Performances draw crowds at Irish fest
By Lauren Hunter Staff Writer Doors opened to a flood of students, faculty and staff for free Irish food and performances featuring Scythian on March 7 at 6:30 p.m. The event was hosted by Exc!te, a student organization aimed at promoting student engagement on campus. To the left when one entered, there was a photo-op […]