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Our Voice: Spring is an underrated and beautiful season

Springtime is one of the most beautiful times of the year and often underappreciated. There are many nice things to see and to do during this season, so here are some reasons as to why everyone should appreciate it more. First, spring marks the end of winter, when nature becomes alive again. As people begin…

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The Self-Help Saga

Most of our thumbs put on a sweatband and act as if they are preparing to get ready for the school pacer test. Hours pass and there is a persistent ache in your thumb, a reminder of how long you have been scrolling.   The truth of the matter is that thumbs are not meant…

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The Beacon’s statement on journalistic integrity

Truth, accuracy and objectivity have long been held as some of the key expectations that readers expect from good journalism. Last semester, The Beacon editors discovered that a submitted opinion piece, written by a staff member, appeared to be plagiarized. Editors immediately contacted the paper’s faculty adviser, Dr. Kalen Churcher, associate professor of communication studies,…

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Welcoming students back to campus

Dear New and Returning Colonels,  I hope that this message finds you healthy and safe however and wherever you are spending your summer. Whether it’s taking classes, vacationing with family, working a job or internship or spending time with friends, I hope you feel renewed hope and enthusiasm as we head into the new academic…

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AOTW: Alexa Cieri, sophomore tennis player

Name: Alexa Cieri Year: Sophomore Major: Early Childhood Education Minor: Special Education Hometown: Matawan, N.J. High School: Saint John Vianney HS Position: Singles and Doubles   Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes? I chose Wilkes because it has a great education program, and I liked the tennis team and campus.    Post…

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Kevin Singhel

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Sean Schmoyer

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Kylie Dillon

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Neil Murphy

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Sammi Verespy

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