Knight’s Life

Knight’s Life covers all aspects of student life including clubs, Greek organizations, volunteer opportunities, campus living and dining, advice for students, and anything else that has an impact on Geneseo students.

Kaitlin Anzalone Kaitlin Anzalone

Fall Fest

On Friday, Nov. 11 the Geneseo Campus Activities Board (GCAB) hosted SUNY Geneseo’s annual Fall Fest in the MacVittie College Union Ballroom and lobby.

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Matt Keller Matt Keller

Professor George Reuter and the power of math education

If there’s one main thing SUNY Geneseo is known for in the larger lens of academia it would be, by far, the school’s ability to produce some of the country’s best teachers. Whether it be for English, art history, foreign languages, history, or any other subject, Geneseo’s education program continues to forge some of the strongest educators in the field, including the field of math, where Professor George Reuter focuses his attention. 

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Matt Keller Matt Keller

Invasion of Privacy: The past, present, and future of INTD 105 with Professor D’Angelo

In terms of general education requirements for SUNY Geneseo students, few courses have the same reputation and general hesitancy as INTD 105: the writing seminar. Often taken in the first year of one’s time at Geneseo, there are numerous different sections, topics, and styles that cover the same basic principles about how writing is thought about at the collegiate level, generally in vast contrast to the high school level. Professor Lisa D’Angelo, instructor for “The Modern Age in America” sections of INTD 105, not only acknowledges the uncertainty that many students feel as they transition into their college life, but incorporates it into her curriculum as a way of not only helping grow the writer, but the person as well. 

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Emma Mincer Emma Mincer

Pathways Peer Advocacy looking for students to become advocates

It’s getting to be that time in the semester where things are at their toughest: projects are due, tests are happening, and all the while the end of the semester is ominously approaching (which for me, a graduating senior, means that I have to figure out what exactly it is I want to do with my life). And this is not even to mention managing school along with work, friends, and self-care—and you know what? Sometimes it just feels like a lot, because it is a lot. And trust me, it really sucks crying in the Union bathroom when no one is answering your calls or texts and all the things are happening at once. 

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Ella Pearcy Ella Pearcy

Avocado toast with egg

If I have said it once, I have said it a million times—breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why not start it off with a bang? Here is a recipe for avocado toast with egg, a perfect combination for anyone needing the energy to make it through long days. 

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Ella Pearcy Ella Pearcy

Signs that a relationship has become unhealthy

Content warning: This article includes content involving physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.

As college students, we surround ourselves with friends, lovers, and partners, creating a support system of our own without adult or parental input for the first time in our lives. But these relationships can turn sour, especially those with sexual and romantic partners. Here are ways to spot whether the relationship you are in is unhealthy, and what to do next.

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Frances Sharples Frances Sharples

Shakti’s Diwali Dinner: Celebrating the Festival of Lights

On Saturday, Nov. 5, Geneseo’s South Asian club, Shakti, presented their annual Diwali Dinner at the Interfaith Center. The dinner is hosted each year to celebrate the Festival of Lights, a religious and cultural festival celebrated widely throughout India.

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Matt Keller Matt Keller

The first annual HalloWelles was a success!

On Halloween night, members of Sigma Tau Delta (the English Honors Society) gathered together and put on SUNY Geneseo’s first “HalloWelles,” a literary-themed, spook-tastic walk through the upstairs of Welles.

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Ella Pearcy Ella Pearcy

Frugal Foodie: Quick and easy minestrone

As we welcome in the colder weather, you might be looking for a hearty soup without the time commitment. Here is a recipe for minestrone soup that is quick and easy to make. 

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Frances Sharples Frances Sharples

Sustainability Union Takeover: Growing a greener Geneseo

On Friday Oct. 28, Geneseo organizations and subcommittees focused on campus sustainability hosted a “takeover” in the MacVittie College Union and College Union Programming Space (CUPS) from 11 a.m .– 3 p.m. Among the organizations that participated in the event were Food Security Advocates, Geneseo Environmental Organization (GEO), and Genny Thrift, which hosted a sale throughout the takeover.

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Frances Sharples Frances Sharples

Invasion of Privacy: Wisdom from Brian Malgieri

Typically, the “Invasion of Privacy” Knights’ Life feature zeroes in on the life and perspective of a faculty, staff member, or student in the Geneseo community. The students interviewed are typically starting their undergraduate degree closely following their graduation from high school, and have the general Geneseo background of growing up somewhere in New York before choosing Geneseo for their higher education. These pieces thus rarely feature a student who strays from these norms in their journey to Geneseo, such as first-year English major Brian Malgieri, a self-identified adult student who recently got involved with The Lamron and the Geneseo campus community at large.

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Kaitlin Anzalone Kaitlin Anzalone

The Black Student Union’s annual haunted house

On Saturday, Oct. 29, the Black Student Union (BSU) hosted a Haunted House in the Union ballroom; the haunted house is an annual attraction that provides a safe, spooky Halloween activity for Geneseo students.

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Ella Pearcy Ella Pearcy

Frugal Foodie: Lemon-garlic kale salad

As we are graced with this newfound warm weather, many of us are looking for a break from our fall favorites: soups, stews, and other cozy meals. Here is a fresh recipe for kale salad with garlic and lemon, a recipe that will surely bring you back to those sunny summer days.  

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Kaitlin Anzalone Kaitlin Anzalone

Get organized with the OAS!

On Wednesday, Oct. 19, the Office of Accessibility’s Access Advocates hosted the “Don’t be scared, get organized with the OAS” event, held from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the newly created Multicultural Center in Blake A.

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Frances Sharples Frances Sharples

Scorpio season horoscopes

Welcome back to yet another zodiac article from yours truly! Because we caught up to Scorpio season last year when I first started writing zodiac articles, I decided to take a different approach to Scorpio season—instead of giving a general overview of this astrological sign and what its peak might mean for Scorpios and non-Scorpios alike, I wanted to give a sign-by-sign horoscope to guide you through the month. Please keep in mind that I am, obviously, an undergraduate English major whose knowledge of astrology is mediocre at best. Happy Scorpio season!

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Charlie Shields Charlie Shields

Invasion of Privacy: Ward Parker

Most days when students enter lower Mary Jemison after getting their cards swiped, they are greeted by many friendly CAS workers. One of these days, Ward Parker can be seen working at Asada regularly for lunch. He has lived an interesting life and is always ready to make you smile with his friendliness.

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Frances Sharples Frances Sharples

Self-described “man of action and culture”: Invasion of Privacy with Tim Rainis

If you are involved with civic engagement, politics, or bagel appreciation at SUNY Geneseo, it’s more than likely that you’ve crossed paths with senior international relations major Tim Rainis. Rainis, a man of charm, wit, and high-brow living is constantly looking to uplift and improve the Geneseo community, whether that comes in the form of educating students about local government or directing them to the best gumbo at a local fundraiser.

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The Lamron The Lamron

The Title IX Office kicks off the Love Shouldn’t Hurt Campaign

Last Friday, Oct. 14 the Title IX Office held their annual Love Shouldn’t Hurt Campaign, raising awareness about sexual violence, resources for survivors on and off campus, and raising money for local support organizations. The event started on the College Green, where students had the opportunity to sign the pledge to prevent sexual and dating violence, receive a free t-shirt, and put their handprint on the Love Shouldn’t Hurt banner. The event was followed by a walk around campus, where students held the banner in support of survivors. The walk ended at the Greek Tree, where students painted messages of support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

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Ella Pearcy Ella Pearcy

Navigating open relationships

College creates an opportunity for students to explore sex in safe and accepting spaces. It is a time where students can discover how sex fits into their lives, as well as learn new things about themselves and their bodies; however, finding yourself while in a long-term relationship can be difficult for many students. Wanting an open relationship with a partner can seem like a daunting task, but as long as proper communication is used, it can be a great opportunity for those wanting to learn more about themselves. 

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Rick Ruiz Rick Ruiz

Top three Halloween activities you can do here at Geneseo

To Geneseo students, Halloween is one of the best holidays of all time. This is a holiday filled with traditional activities and events that will bring out your inner child this season. SUNY Geneseo brings out the spooky on campus with annual Halloween events, such as haunted houses, costume contests, and movie nights. 

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