Monthly Archives: September 2016

Sierra Wilde

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Sierra Poston

Hofstra University Cheerleader Sierra Hill had to stop talking three times in order to cheer for her school on MSNBC during the coverage of the first presidential debate of the 2016 campaign. Hill spent the day “going to the different TV … Continue reading →

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VP Debate: Longwood Faculty Enlight(e)ning Talks

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Pamela
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An Effective Rhetoric for Global Peace and Understanding

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Dr. Hazel Elif Guler

Our upcoming panel event has been scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on October 6th in Bedford 111 at Longwood University. Looking forward to it!   “An Effective Rhetoric for Global Peace and Understanding: Students’ Insights for the Presidential Candidates” This interactive session will promote … Continue reading →

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A Voice in the Crowd

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Grant Cole

During the debate party in the John Cranford Adams Playhouse on the campus of Hofstra, you could hear laughter erupting from the crowd as candidates Donald J. Trump and Hillary Clinton sounded off against each other in their first face-to-face confrontation. Amidst the laughter was one voice that stood with their candidate instead of viewing the […] Continue reading →

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Viewing Party at the Main Dining Room

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Sierra Poston

  There were numerous viewing parties across Hofstra University’s campus, but the one that was the most diverse was the one in Hofstra’s Main Dining Room. There were journalists, photojournalists, Hofstra’s employees, students, and people from the news set up with cameras and TVs. The vibe in the room felt ecstatic and anxious to hear … Continue reading Viewing Party at the Main Dining Room → Continue reading →

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Students Show Sarcasm for Support

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Grant Cole

By Rachel Bui and Grant Cole Hofstra university Sophomores Shawn Germain and Emily Baksic saw the media frenzy on campus as an oppourtunity “to be funny but still get our views across.” Holding signs walking around campus was an outlet for the students spend the day staying involved in the debate. Germain stated ”this is definitely […] Continue reading →

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Sierra Wilde

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Sierra Poston

Hofstra University Cheerleader Sierra Wilde had to pause our interview three times in order to cheer for her school on MSNBC during the coverage of the first presidential debate of the 2016 campaign and spent the day “…going to the different TV stations and doing different performances and interviewing…”.  Although she didn’t exactly know who … Continue reading Sierra Wilde → Continue reading →

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#HofProtest16

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Grant Cole

  By: Grant Cole & Rosaria Bui As the debate draws near, protesters line the free speech zones of Hofstra shouting chants such as “White silence is violence!” and “No justice, no peace!” Among the protesters were students with the Black Lives Matter movement who had partnered with the NAACP to peacefully protest on campus. […] Continue reading →

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Mason Leonard – Holding the Spotlight

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Sierra Poston

Mason Leonard, a senior at Hofstra University studying Sustainability, is excited to have his school host the Presidential Debate. “It’s fun having the spotlight on campus,” said Leonard while the spotlight is on him in his “America-themed” outfit. When it comes to voting, Leonard said proudly, “I’m definitely voting for Hillary, I’m a democrat through … Continue reading Mason Leonard – Holding the Spotlight → Continue reading →

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Ryan Czelada

Posted on September 25, 2016 by Sierra Poston

  “I am a registered republican and I feel like he really does not represent the views of the republican party,” said Hofstra University freshman Ryan Czelada, minutes after ripping apart a Donald Trump campaign sign.  Ryan, a political science major, wears his passion for America on his sleeve, along with the rest of his … Continue reading Ryan Czelada → Continue reading →

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