St. Patrick’s Day
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 […]
Student and alumni form Irish band in time for St. Patrick’s Day
By Maddie Van Haute Staff Writer Lorica, a five-man Irish band composed of Franciscan students and alumni, has officially made its debut on the music scene in Steubenville. The band was officially started this past January by Franciscan alum Matt Hennig (class of 2022). It all began at the Christmas Extravaganza hosted by Exc!te last […]
Irish Fest brings Celtic flair to midterms-heavy campus
SARAH KADERBEK STAFF WRITER On the evening of Thursday, March 7, Celtic spirit took over the J.C. Williams Center as Franciscan University of Steubenville students emerged from their midterms-induced hiding for the music, food and fun of Irish Fest. As students entered the J.C., they were greeted by truly festive sights and sounds: tables decorated […]
All joyfully welcome at annual campus celebration of all things Ireland
ANTHONY BATALLA STAFF WRITER Offering a bountiful tater tot bar, cold Irish drinks and cheerful melodies, Exc!te hosted yet another well-attended event on March 8. In anticipation for the upcoming holiday of St. Patrick’s Day, students filed into the J.C. Williams Center to have a good time. Filling the building’s atrium, many arrived at 8 […]