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Red Hyacinth Journal Continues Former Professors Legacy

Red Hyacinth Journal Continues Former Professor’s Legacy

Chelsea Renay, Staff Writer November 5, 2017

Tucked away amidst the commotion of the Hudson Hall first floor lounge, Dr. Kristen Keckler, program director of the undergraduate English department, and her student editors, Hope Androsko and Briana...

As Data Breaches Increase, So Does Employment In The Field

As Data Breaches Increase, So Does Employment In The Field

Tanisha Esprit, Staff Writer November 3, 2017

Over the years, data breaches have been increasing. The number of breaches from January of 2005 to November of 2017 have skyrocketed. There are about 8,037 data breaches and the number of records exposed...

Joy Ride To Town Safely Using New Gotcha Bike

Joy Ride To Town Safely Using New Gotcha Bike

Tanisha Esprit, Staff Writer November 2, 2017

Tired of walking around the campus or the local community by foot? Now you can reserve your spot to use one of the Gotcha Solar Powered Bikes at the Dobbs Ferry campus.  The ten new bikes are...

Teaching Takes Center Stage in the Theater Club

Teaching Takes Center Stage in the Theater Club

Matt Reich, Staff Writer November 2, 2017

“I ain’t sorry for nothing I done. And ain’t gonna be sorry,” said Danielle Gray, a member of the Theater Club, as she channeled her voice into reciting a monologue from August Wilson’s King...

The Power of Getting Stoned

The Power of Getting Stoned

Mark McCarthy, Staff Writer November 2, 2017

They say getting stoned can help heal all kinds of medical problems, but can it really? Don't be mistaken, though, while our nation is steadily moving towards legalizing getting stoned in the traditional...

The Charm of Sleepy Hollow In The Fall

The Charm of Sleepy Hollow In The Fall

Mark McCarthy, Staff Writer November 2, 2017

Halloween might come only once a year, but in Sleepy Hollow, the magic potion runs all year round. Sleepy Hollow, located in Westchester, New York, is one of those towns that was carved into the home...

Depression In College Students Can Be More Than Stress

Depression In College Students Can Be More Than Stress

Liv Meier, Staff Writer November 1, 2017

It's difficulty getting out of bed in the morning and making it to class on time. It's not being able to sleep at night because your thoughts are so overwhelming. It's having your mind wander to far off...

Former Sing Sing inmates pose with Mercy College students after event.

Former Sing Sing Inmates Offer Screening Of “Dramatic Escape” Documentary

Liv Meier, Staff Writer November 1, 2017

It’s not uncommon for individuals to find sanctuary through the arts. Whether it be through painting, singing or writing – creativity becomes an escape. For former Sing Sing inmates who doubled as...

Hispanic Pride Radiates Throughout Campus During Heritage Month

Hispanic Pride Radiates Throughout Campus During Heritage Month

Nicole Acosta, Staff Writer October 29, 2017

As Hispanic Heritage Month concludes, the college community reflected on how celebrating Hispanic culture is significant among a greatly diverse society. Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 to...

Timm West Speaks On Racial Oppressors And Millennial Power

Tim’m West Speaks On Racial Oppressors And Millennial Power

Nicole Acosta, Staff Writer October 29, 2017

Mercy College invited speaker Tim'm West for a captivating discussion on the intersection of race, gender, sexuality, and social justice on Oct. 18. West, recognized as being the recipient of the 2015...

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