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Surviving or Thriving: Quinnipiac’s COVID-19 Protocols

With COVID-19 plaguing communities across the country, how are large organizations such as Quinnipiac protecting their population?

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A week away from commencement: Here is an update

In just under a week, Quinnipiac University’s commencement ceremonies will be underway, celebrating both class of 2020 and class of 2021.  The class of 2021 ceremonies starts May 8, at 9 a.m. and concludes May 11, at 5 p.m.  Four days later, the class of 2020 ceremonies kicks off on May 15, at 9 a.m.…

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Quinnipiac University’s school wide vaccine clinic has students wondering about the future of their college experience

This past week, Quinnipiac University held a two-day vaccine clinic for their students. In a year riddled with protocols and uncertainty at Quinnipiac, students are unsure of what to expect when they return for the summer and fall semesters. “I’m nervous to see how things play out,” said Leigh Giffault, an occupational therapy student at…

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Hamden religious leaders discuss adapting to COVID-19

Since the pandemic began, area religious institutions have had to adapt how their communities pray and connect.  At Hamden Plains United Methodist Church, Pastor Brian Bodt said that they started doing broadcast ministry, something they have never done before as their Bishop closed the churches for public worship on March 13, 2020. Bodt’s church ran…

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Quinnipiac leaders share diversity and inclusion efforts updates in “Inclusive Excellence” webinar

Quinnipiac leaders hosted  “A Community Update on Our Journey to Inclusive Excellence” on Wednesday afternoon, April 28. With the last session in November, the meeting provided the community with progress reports on the 10 Point Plan and beyond that have taken place in the last six months. The session was led by Dr. Don C.…

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SPB’s final big virtual event of the year: Pete Davidson

Quinnipiac University’s Student Programming Board (SPB)’s virtual conversation with Saturday Night Live cast member Pete Davidson on Sunday had mixed reviews. The broadcast was moderated by fellow cast member Mikey Day and open to only Quinnipiac students. Students attended virtually as the in person event was cancelled due to rain. SPB Mainstage Chair Brianna Hasso…

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First-ever Bobcat Day interrupted by rain and thunderstorms

Quinnipiac’s Student Government Association (SGA) organized the first ever Bobcat Day for the QU community set aside to take place today. This all-day event took place on the third and final self-care day given to students in place of Spring break. Yet, the event’s signature carnival on the Quad was cancelled due to inclement weather.…

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The dangers of dieting culture on college campuses

The negative effect dieting culture and disordered eating habits can have on young adults and college-age peoples’ health and overall well-being.

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Recipients of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine reflect on its recent pause in administration

After the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended a pause in administering the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday, Quinnipiac University students and faculty who received the J&J vaccine voiced their thoughts and concerns. The pause stemmed from six women between the ages…

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How Quinnipiac tuition increases leave low-income students to fend for themselves

Rising tuition prices are creating a culture of exclusivity on Quinnipiac’s campus