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Dance Team Returns to Nationals

By Joseph Iemma Staff Writer While most students were taking a break from their schoolwork, the LIU Post Dance team took a trip to Nationals, which is the highest form of dance competition for Division II programs. The Championships only features the top dance programs from across the country. In…

Ten Odd Questions: Students in Action: Tyler Stettler

By Chloé Margulis Staff Writer Tyler Stettler is a sophomore Music Theatre major from Sunbury, Pennsylvania. He always loved performing, including doing magic tricks, singing, and dancing, and knew he wanted to pursue it in his future. Tyler says LIU Post is the best choice for him because it gives him…

Ten Odd Questions: Students in Action: Cameron Clay

By Chloé Margulis Staff Writer Cameron Clay is a junior Musical Theatre major. Although he was a competitive swimmer growing up, he left the water for the stage in high school. The summer after high school graduation, he began his cirque arts training in the SkyGym Atlanta studio. In Fall 2012,…

Coping With The Weather?

By Harry Pearse Staff Writer While I was watching my British news show, the reporter said in a flustered voice, “England has had flurries of snow all night!” My Mum told me it stopped after around 12 hours. As she said this, I couldn’t help but scowl while looking out…

What it’s Like to be Single on Valentine’s Day

By Alyssa Seidman Co-Editor-in-Chief With the grossly commercialized holiday fast approaching, some students can be seen scrambling to find the perfect gift for their significant other, or booking a dinner for two at the finest restaurant in the area. But for those of us who are sans relationships on the most romantic day…

“Mocha” Chocolata Ya Ya

By Margaret Pepe Staff Writer Many LIU Post students know or have heard of Marvin Johnson, also known as “Mocha.” Mocha is a junior Business Management major, and has won over the hearts of just about everyone he’s met. But how exactly was he donned with the name Mocha?  …

Five DIY Gifts for Valentine’s Day

By Jenny Edengard Staff Writer Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and if you haven’t bought a gift for your Valentine yet, or are short of ideas, here are some suggestions to make your gift memorable and personal. What could be more personal than giving something you have made…

Coach of the Week: Deidre Moore

By Thomas Scavetta Assistant Sports Editor Q: As the head coach of the women’s basketball team, how has your team overcome challenges and adversity throughout the season? A: We just work hard and improve on the things that need improvement on. It’s a long season and as long as there’s…

Greek Life: More Than What You See in Movies

By Jeniel Terrero Staff Writer Greek Life’s spring semester recruitment began for sororities on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in The Tilles Center Atrium, and will begin for fraternities on Monday, Feb. 9, at 5:30 p.m. in Humanities room 119. There are 16 Greek Life organizations on campus, including…

Most Embarrassing Moments in the Classroom

By Melanie Spina Staff Writer Sweaty palms, nervous laughter, cheeks as red as a tomato — this is basically what happens when a student or even a professor gets embarrassed in the classroom. Students and professors spend so much time in these classrooms that, sooner or later, embarrassing moments are…