As an outgoing senior, it seems odd to be on the verge of my last break at Geneseo, though the realization is bound to hit soon enough. Spring break starts today, and with it comes one last extended period to enjoy some time away from classes before the conclusion of the semester.

This year’s Diversity Summit was held on Feb. 28, 2023. The Diversity Summit consists of several sessions scheduled throughout the day, with students, faculty, and staff hosting a variety of sessions addressing various issues in society today. Session topics included ableism, diversity in STEM, race and racism, and the psychology of multiculturalism. The Keynote Address was given by Emmanuel Kulu Jr., an African Historian, public speaker, and author who spoke about African history and how it connects to humanities’ origin. The Diversity Summit is an opportunity for students to educate themselves on current issues related to diversity in order to better our campus climate. 

Feb. 28, 2023 is globally recognized as Rare Disease Day. Out of the 336 million people in the United States, 7.4% of them are living with a rare disease, according to RareDiseases.org. 

When I was in high school, my urban-suburban district received a grant to get us all Chromebooks to achieve a one-to-one technology to student ratio and go paperless. I think that ever since this fateful day in my sophomore or junior year, I have never been off of a computer. To this day, I am not sure if this is a good or bad thing, so maybe you can help me weigh this idea.

Love is one of the most mysterious concepts in our lives. Thankfully, The Lamron e-board knows a thing or two about love. Here is some of our best advice.

With less than a month until spring, the thought of the return of decent weather is anxiously awaited. While spring is the beginning of it all, summer is the height of the consistently warmer weather. And with the start of summer, many destinations typically closed in the winter return to popularity, though one in particular has never received my outpouring of support: the beach.

*Trigger Warning: Mentions Suicide*

The use of solitary confinement in prisons has been going on for centuries. Solitary confinement is convenient for prisons, as inmates can be put in a small room by themselves, where fights and violence are far less likely to happen. But the overuse of solitary confinement is practically a form of torture that permanently scars individuals who are forced to experience it. Mentally harming individuals purely for convenience’s sake is unacceptable, and the overuse of solitary confinement should be reevaluated. 

I am a junior at SUNY Geneseo and I had never attended a Geneseo Ice Knights hockey game until Feb. 18 of this year (I know, this seems like it should be a crime). This was the last game of the regular season and our wonderful Managing Editor Emma Mincer invited me to go with her. The game was between Geneseo, obviously, and Brockport. Let me just say that this is my new favorite pastime and I will be going to these games regularly next season because it was exhilarating. 

Most colleges in the United States require that students purchase textbooks, and depending on which university, or which major you are in, these books can get expensive. According to the Education Data Initiative, “The average postsecondary student spends between $628 and $1,471 annually for books and supplies as of the 2021-2022 academic year.” 

Over the centuries and even decades, much has changed in the world, ranging from the way people think to how national identities have shifted entirely. While various means have been used to preserve historical records, it is through postcards that so much of this change has been documented. I started collecting postcards because I thought it was cool to have old pieces of history, and since they didn’t cost a lot, I was able to find hundreds online. While the hobby of collecting these notes written on thick pieces of paper goes back over a century, it is still a relevant passion for many today.

After months of anticipation, the wait is finally over: Crickets Coffee House has officially made its grand reopening at its new location on 6 Center Street! For many dedicated Crickets customers, this move was a bit controversial, as the business’s previous location on Main Street was beloved by many; that being said, we felt it was our duty to assess the new and (allegedly) improved spot and report back to the people. The following article is a comprehensive review of the “new” Crickets for all coffee-goers as they reorient themselves to the classic shop.

If you use social media as addictively as I do, you have likely seen the new trend among avid water drinkers. The Stanley Cup—which is not to be mistaken with the National Hockey League Championship award—is the new “it girl” on the water bottle scene.