Eating Alone at Dana
Originally written for my Intro to Journalism course in November 2022 Some students at St. Lawrence, especially first-years, are scared to eat alone at Dana Dining Hall. Where does this fear come from and how can the community work to normalize solo dining? Dr. Yesim Bayar is a Sociology Professor here at SLU. When discussing…
Warm Temperatures in Canton
Originally written for my Intro to Journalism course in November 2022. The weather has been surprisingly warm this fall, and La Niña and jet streams are to blame. La Niña is a phenomenon where strong winds displace warmer ocean water, causing colder layers to rise to the surface. By interfering with ocean temperatures and wind…
Living in an Isolated First-Year Dorm at SLU
Originally written for my Intro to Journalism course in October 2022 Three first-year residence halls at St. Lawrence University have significantly fewer people and are further from the dorms where most of their peers live. Students in these isolated dorms can form strong friendships with the people they live with, but struggle to connect with…
Lack of Airports Near SLU Campus
Originally written for my Intro to Journalism course in November 2022 The lack of a major airport nearby complicates the lives of students who need to take a plane to travel to and from campus. The closest hub for air travel is over two hours away in Syracuse. How does this airport situation affect students,…
Local Businesses in Rye
Originally written for my Intro to Journalism course in November 2022 Although businesses in Rye might struggle at first to be successful, the experience of owning a store in the cozy New York suburb is rewarding. What might have been empty storefronts a few years ago are now mostly filled. Rye’s vibrant atmosphere is most…
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