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Fred fest

Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014

by Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014

S.L. FULLER Assistant News Editor Not even the rain could keep people away from the barbeque. People filled the picnic tables that were set up outside under tents to enjoy the different food vendors. While the weather wasn’t as nice as last year, there was no shortage of people at...

FREDstock

Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014

by Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014

Staff Writer The new and exciting FREDstock Music Festival 14, that was scheduled over Fred Fest weekend, didn’t exactly go as planned. Although over 800 people had agreed to attend on Facebook, the crowds were small due to various reasons, and the event, originally scheduled for Willow Creek Winery, was...

Blue Devils advance to NCAA tournament

Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014

by Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014

The blue Devils celebrate the first goal scored by Marissa Cussins in Friday’s game against Geneseo. Photo courtesy of fredoniabluedevils.com CHRISTINA CONCEICAO Sports Editor This past weekend in Cortland, the Fredonia Blue Devils women’s lacrosse team faced off against the Geneseo Knights in the SUNYAC semifinals. The Blue Devils lost...

Video production majors gear up for capstone screening

Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014

by Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014

MAGGIE GILROY Reverb Editor While many students spend finals week drafting essays and studying for final exams, senior video production majors demonstrate their skills in a final screening of their work open to the public. The screening features the largest project of their college career: a 30 minute video capstone....

Lam wins Lanford Presidential Prize

Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014August 16, 2019

by Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014August 16, 2019

ANNE RITZ News Editor With Commencement quickly approaching, seniors will soon say goodbye to Fredonia. But before departing, some will be awarded for their accomplishments. Carl Lam, senior music, journalism and audio/radio production major, has been awarded the Lanford Presidential Prize. The recipient of the Lanford Prize is selected by...

SA reflects on this year’s successes

Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014August 18, 2019

by Contributor to The LeaderMay 7, 2014August 18, 2019

JESSICA COLON Staff Writer Student Association is a professional organization that governs over 160 of the student-run groups on campus. SA manages the $1.3 million budget which is collected through the student activity fee. They also ensure that the voices of students are heard. “Without SA, there would be no...

Street style: the effortless comfort style

Contributor to The LeaderApril 30, 2014

by Contributor to The LeaderApril 30, 2014

Minyoung Choi models her comfort-chic style Photo courtesy of Alexis Fores ALEXIS FORES Staff Writer Name: Minyoung Choi Year: Senior Hometown: Seoul, Korea Major: Psychology, Business Minor What are you wearing? Skirt: Local store in Korea Sweater shirt: Forever 21 Vest: Local store in Korea Shoes: Local store in Korea...

Blue Devils lose to No.1 team in the nation

Contributor to The LeaderApril 30, 2014

by Contributor to The LeaderApril 30, 2014

Blue Devil Kristie Kleine prepares to shoot on the Cortland net. Photo courtesy of Mary Laing / Special to The Leader MICHELLE HALE Special to The Leader On Saturday the women’s lacrosse team faced the No.1 team in the nation, the Cortland Red Dragons. The Blue Devils suffered a tough...

The Big Read focuses on poetry for 2014 season

Contributor to The LeaderApril 30, 2014September 1, 2019

by Contributor to The LeaderApril 30, 2014September 1, 2019

REBECCA HALE Staff Writer Since early April SUNY Fredonia has been celebrating literature, especially the poetry of Emily Dickinson, in conjunction with Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties through The Big Read. This past week marked the final events, including guest keynote speaker Dr. Alexandra Socarides from the University of Missouri. The...

Townhouses to open in the Fall

Contributor to The LeaderApril 30, 2014August 25, 2019

by Contributor to The LeaderApril 30, 2014August 25, 2019

JESSICA COLON Staff Writer The wait and anticipation of the completion of the new Townhouse Village is almost over. With an expected estimate for the completion date set to the middle of summer, the townhouses will officially be opened by Aug. 1, 2014, when students will be allowed to move...

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Fred fest

FREDstock

Blue Devils advance to NCAA tournament

Video production majors gear up for capstone screening

Lam wins Lanford Presidential Prize

SA reflects on this year’s successes

Street style: the effortless comfort style

Blue Devils lose to No.1 team in the nation

The Big Read focuses on poetry for 2014 season

Townhouses to open in the Fall