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Getting students back on flight to study abroad: a timeline of the study abroad issue

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 9, 2022November 9, 2022

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WILL KARR Life & Arts Editor College is about more than just going to class — it’s about the transformative experiences that take place outside of the four-walled classroom. Study abroad programs give students the opportunity to immerse themselves in new cultural environments and languages. During the COVID-19 pandemic, schools...

Culture Fest Celebrates 10 years

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 9, 2022November 8, 2022

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EJ JACOBS Staff Writer Leaving the comfort of home to attend college is a scary step for many new students. For some, the experience marks the first time they have been put in a community full of diversity — an unfamiliar space with different cultures, ethnicities and religions. For the...

[SATIRE] Horoscopes 11/9

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 9, 2022November 8, 2022

by Contributor to The LeaderNovember 9, 2022November 8, 2022

JAY BYRONStaff Scallywag Hello friends, here’s the first thing on your playlist for November! Aries: “Bang Bang” by Jessie J, Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj Taurus: “Michael in the Bathroom” by Be More Chill Gemini: “Buddy Holly” by Weezer Cancer: “Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swift Leo: “Axel F” by Crazy Frog Virgo:...

The Local Lo-Down hosts singer-songwriter Sasha McCoy

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 8, 2022November 8, 2022

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Maisie Strader Special to The Leader From naming her instruments to delving into her intrusive thoughts, singer-songwriter Sasha McCoy showcased her unique artistic talents in a recent episode of The Local Lo-Down. The Local Lo-Down is a long-running radio show at Fredonia Radio Systems on campus. The podcast features local...

Shedding light on campus safety

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 8, 2022November 10, 2022

by Contributor to The LeaderNovember 8, 2022November 10, 2022

ALANA WINGATEStaff Writer During the daylight, SUNY Fredonia’s campus is filled with students. But when the lights go down, the familiar terrain can feel unsafe and isolating in the midst of darkness. For many students, walking around campus in the dark can be highly unsettling due to a lack of...

Terrostic threat on Thompson results in criminal charges

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 8, 2022November 8, 2022

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ALYSSA BUMP Editor in Chief Social media is a place where people can often freely express themselves. But, when self-expression infringes upon the safety of others, action often has to be taken. On the afternoon of Wednesday, Nov. 2, shockwaves were sent through SUNY Fredonia’s campus community after an anonymous...

Groovin’ and moovin’ with EnFusion

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 8, 2022November 8, 2022

by Contributor to The LeaderNovember 8, 2022November 8, 2022

CEBASTIAN SPISAK Special to The Leader From dance styles to easier accessibility, this year, Fredonia’s multicultural dance team, EnFusion, is striving to introduce dance to the campus community in new ways. But, the group is facing one problem — they are facing the challenge of students being intimidated by choreography. ...

Students win Writer’s Ring Halloween poetry and prose contest

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 8, 2022November 8, 2022

by Contributor to The LeaderNovember 8, 2022November 8, 2022

Writer’s Ring, a writing club and artist association at SUNY Fredonia, hosted a Halloween Poetry and Prose contest in late October. The competition was hosted by Professor Sheehan, Professor Cuthbert and Professor Liggins. The contest winners are below: First Place Poetry: Ashley Halm AccidentPut down your ax, come in from...

[SATIRE] “We were just kidding,” says billions of missing snow crabs

Contributor to The LeaderNovember 5, 2022November 5, 2022

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MATTHEW BAUM Scallion Editor As it turns out, crabs have a tremendous sense of humor. Last week, reports had shown that there was a shortage of over two billion Alaskan snow crabs when compared to expected numbers based on population projections. Be it a sign of overfishing, a devastating loss...

Student-made film ‘The Cryptid Cast vs. The Goopy Ganker’ receives international attention

Chloe KowalykNovember 5, 2022November 5, 2022

by Chloe KowalykNovember 5, 2022November 5, 2022

CHLOE KOWALYK HUNTER HALTERMAN Managing Editor Special to The Leader ALEX ERWIN HEATHER OCCHINO Staff Writer Special to The Leader SUNY Fredonia got goopy last semester with alumni Jackson DiCarlo and Ben Anderson’s production, “The Cryptid Cast vs. The Goopy Ganker.” DiCarlo and Anderson were seniors in the COMM-464: Fiction...

Initiative brings regenerative farming to SUNY Fredonia dining

From the Desk of Becca Torncello: Sports Photographer

Sophia DiPrima: A story of resilience and determination in cheerleading

[SATIRE] Horoscopes: What will your sign do after graduation?

From the Desk of Abbie Miller

[OPINION] How has Fredonia changed?

Fredonia mayor calls out Leader editors; local paper claims students’…

Latinos Unidos showcases Carnival event after unexpected delays

University Police attempt to quell fears of ICE on campus

[SATIRE] Horoscopes: What Leader executive board member are you?

Getting students back on flight to study abroad: a timeline of the study abroad issue

Culture Fest Celebrates 10 years

[SATIRE] Horoscopes 11/9

The Local Lo-Down hosts singer-songwriter Sasha McCoy

Shedding light on campus safety

Terrostic threat on Thompson results in criminal charges

Groovin’ and moovin’ with EnFusion

Students win Writer’s Ring Halloween poetry and prose contest

[SATIRE] “We were just kidding,” says billions of missing snow crabs

Student-made film ‘The Cryptid Cast vs. The Goopy Ganker’ receives international attention