Former Professor Sues University Over COVID-19 Policy

Former Professor Sues University Over COVID-19 Policy By Alex Nunez – Staff Writer A former University of Scranton faculty member filed a lawsuit against the University, its faculty union and the former provost over the school’s coronavirus policy. The professor, Benjamin Bishop, claims the University infringed on his First and 14th Amendment rights by forcing […]

Midterm Election Results

Midterm Election Results By Jackson Feiner – Staff Writer Since election day on November 8, all votes have been accounted for in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. PA’s 8th district, which contains the greater Scranton area, had three major elections to vote in.   The gubernatorial race was between Josh Shapiro (D) and Doug Mastriano (R). With […]

Midterm Elections Put Economic Policy in Focus 

Midterm Elections Put Economic Policy in Focus  By Aiden Messett and Ryan Hanley – Staff Writers Inflation has joined the list of hot button political issues that are usually emphasized during political campaigns. As many Americans place blame on the Democratic party for feeding record high inflation, many expected a “red wave” of Republican victories […]

COVID-19 and Inflation Cause Tuition to Rise

COVID-19 and Inflation Cause Tuition to Rise By Alex Nunez – Staff Writer Tuition rates for this semester will rise by over 3%, according to a University official. The rate increase is thanks to the dual crises of the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation.  Tuition rates have become a growing concern for parents as the price of […]

New Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Rises to Power 

New Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Rises to Power  By Victoria Scruse – Staff Writer According to Diana Mastrull, a staff writer from the Philadelphia Inquirer, upon the death of PA Supreme Court Justice Max Baer, Debra Todd will take his place as Supreme Chief Justice.   Todd, a Democrat from Western Pennsylvania will become the first woman […]

A New Era of Business in the Post-Pandemic EconomyA New

A New Era of Business in the Post-Pandemic Economy By Ryan Hanley and Aiden Messett – Staff Writers Despite the highly apparent misfortunes that the pandemic has brought upon society, it is always beneficial, although difficult, to look on the bright side.   If there is one thing that history has taught us, it is that […]

Will you vote and why? Campus weighs in on voting

Will you vote and why? Campus weighs in on voting and issues ahead of Nov. 8 elections Nov. 8 is Election Day. Students in COMM 384: Digital Media: The Aquinas asked people on campus whether they vote or plan to vote, as well as what they think is the most important issue facing voters. Aidan […]

Matt Cartwright Talks Policy With University Students

Matt Cartwright Talks Policy With University Students By Victoria Scruse and Jackson Feiner  – Staff Writers On November 8, people across Pennsylvania will be heading to the polls for the statewide elections. People will vote for governor, senator and in some districts, their congressperson.   The University of Scranton and the greater NEPA area belong to Pennsylvania’s […]