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St. John’s student stars in Seventeen

Olivia Cunningham, Assistant Features Editor

February 26, 2014

In middle school, 12-year-old Chloe Coriolan began begging her parents to take her to Seventeen magazine casting calls. Her mother and father always refused, but Coriolan never gave up on her childhood dream, and seven years later the bubbly sophomore has just earned her fourth appearance in Seventeen. “When... READ MORE »»

Chloe Coriolan is a student at St. John's and has been featured in Seventeen magazine several times

St. John’s student stars in Seventeen
Subway removes controversial ingredient

Cheyanne Gonzales, Staff Writer

February 26, 2014

The University’s Subway franchise has removed a chemical used in their bread various that media reports have said is found in yoga mats, synthetic leather and shoe rubber. Azodicarbonamide (ADA) is a common ingredient approved by the FDA used as a food additive for bread improvement that is commonly... READ MORE »»

Subway removes controversial ingredient
Chang’s home in process of being sold; feds enter settlement negotiations with her attorney

Christopher Brito, News Editor

February 26, 2014

The Jamaica Estates home of the late Cecilia Chang is in the process of being sold, bringing the sad saga of the disgraced former dean another step closer to closure. The 82-34 Tryon Place estate will be sold as part of an ongoing settlement agreement and the U.S. government will collect 60 percent... READ MORE »»

Diana Colapietro

Chang’s home in process of being sold; feds enter settlement negotiations with her attorney
Lieutenant leading and learning on campus

Shannon Luibrand, Features Editor

February 26, 2014

Lieutenant Ralph Pascullo sits at his desk, leaning forward with his arms folded. The St. John’s logo is sewn into his jacket resting over his heart. His NYPD badges hang on the wall in a picture frame above his head. The 61-year-old is surrounded by papers, books and photos of his family. He smiles... READ MORE »»

Lieutenant Ralph Pascullo at his desk in his office at St. John's

Lieutenant leading and learning on campus
Shuttle bus service faces uncertainty

Samantha Albanese, Entertainment Editor

February 12, 2014

The fate of the shuttle bus service is still inconclusive after SGI Executive members met with the University’s Vice President, Martha Hirst on Thursday, Feb 6. “The University is considering all shuttle service options and no decisions have been made at this time,” Jackie Lochrie, associate... READ MORE »»

Shuttle bus service is still in question after SGI meets with executive vice president, Martha Hirst.
Photo: Diana Colapietro

Shuttle bus service faces uncertainty

News

Prez of College Dems: LGBTQ organization still in the works

The president of College Democrats says that strides have been made toward forming a LGBTQ organization in the year since student dissatisfaction with current programs came... Read More »

February 26, 2014 • 0 comments

Subway removes controversial ingredient

The University’s Subway franchise has removed a chemical used in their bread various that media reports... Read More »

Chang’s home in process of being sold; feds enter settlement negotiations with her attorney

The Jamaica Estates home of the late Cecilia Chang is in the process of being sold, bringing the sad... Read More »

SJU community sympathizes with Ukraine

St. John’s students and faculty alike sympathize with the victims of the recent violence in Kiev after... Read More »

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Features

St. John’s student stars in Seventeen

Olivia Cunningham, Assistant Features Editor

In middle school, 12-year-old Chloe Coriolan began begging her parents to take her to Seventeen magazine casting calls. Her... Read More »

February 26, 2014 • 0 comments

Kyle’s Column: Getting sick abroad February 26, 2014
Lieutenant leading and learning on campus February 26, 2014

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Entertainment

The 2014 Oscars: a recap

Dominique Musa, Assistant Entertainment Editor

Mother nature may have had plans for LA but as they say, the show must go on. Despite the rain, the 86th Annual Academy... Read More »

March 3, 2014 • 0 comments

Stars who dazzled the Oscars 2014 red carpet March 3, 2014
The leading ladies of the Olympics February 26, 2014

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Opinion

St. John’s extends support to youth abroad

Editorial Staff

In recent weeks, both Venezuela and Ukraine have entered into a spiral of lethal conflict and civil unrest due to unconformity... Read More »

February 26, 2014 • 0 comments

Kyle’s Column: Getting sick abroad February 26, 2014
Restaurant Review: Sushi galore on Union Turnpike February 12, 2014

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Sports

Lavin extension talks ongoing
The University and men’s basketball coach Steve Lavin have discussed an extension of his current six-year contract, according to a statement from th...
Ladies recent struggles continue
The St. John’s women’s basketball team fell to the Creighton Blue Jays by a score of 65-62, handing the Red Storm its first losing streak of the 2...
Party like it’s 2011! Johnnies mirror KBA’s old squad
The St. John’s women’s basketball has been turning heads with their impressive play this season. The Red Storm is currently ranked No. 22 in th...
McArdle looks to lead Red Storm to new heights
St. John’s lacrosse enters the season as a hungry bunch as they finished 9-4 but failed to qualify for the Big East tournament last season. The No. ...
Johnnies can’t create offense at Yale
The No. 19/18 St. John’s lacrosse team lost its first game of 2014 season falling to No. 13 Yale on the road Saturday afternoon by a 10-6 final. ...
St. John’s falls to Xavier 65-53 at MSG
Photos: Jalen Miller After a strong start to February the St. John’s men’s basketball team dropped its second game in a row Tuesday night a...
Freshmen adapting to States
The women’s tennis team has been on a tear lately winning four straight with a season record of 5-1. I had the opportunity to speak with Khrystyna P...
Burner and Reed ready to go
After a week hiatus, the St. John’s softball team prepares for their upcoming matchup against Alabama at Birmingham set for Friday Feb. 28th as a pa...
Blank’s crew in rut
The St. John’s baseball team’s struggles continued on Sunday afternoon versus the No. 30 Kentucky Wildcats at the Old Dominion Baseball Tournament...
Johnnies roughed up in city of brotherly love
The St. John’s men’s basketball team lost out on the opportunity to bolster their NCAA Tournament résumé as they lost a heartbreaker to the No. ...

Sports

Lavin extension talks ongoing

Kieran Lynch, Editor-in-Chief

The University and men’s basketball coach Steve Lavin have discussed an extension of his current six-year contract, according to a statement from the program. Lavin told... Read More »

March 7, 2014 • 0 comments

Ladies recent struggles continue February 27, 2014
Party like it’s 2011! Johnnies mirror KBA’s old squad February 27, 2014
McArdle looks to lead Red Storm to new heights February 27, 2014

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Recent Sports Scores

Tuesday, January 28

Womens Basketball

St. John's University 80 - Xavier 48
Tuesday, January 28

Mens Basketball

St. John's University 60 - Creighton 63
Sunday, January 26

Womens Basketball

St. John's University 66 - Georgetown 63
Saturday, January 25

Mens Basketball

St. John's University 69 - Butler 52
Thursday, January 23

Mens Basketball

St. John's University 77 - Seton Hall 76
Wednesday, January 22

Womens Basketball

St. John's University 59 - Villanova 52
Saturday, January 18

Mens Basketball

St. John's University 69 - Dartmouth 55
Saturday, January 18

Womens Basketball

St. John's University 49 - Marquette 47
Thursday, January 16

Mens Basketball

St. John's University 83 - Providence 84 (2OT)
Wednesday, January 15

Womens Basketball

St. John's University 58 - Butler 55

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