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The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University

The Torch
The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University

The Torch

Amanda Umpierrez , News Editor

News Editor:

Amanda is a senior Journalism major/Government and Politics minor who has been with the Torch for a year and a half. She intends to inform the St. John's community of important information on a local, national and international level.
All content by Amanda Umpierrez

N.Y. primary sees Trump and Clinton with ‘Yuge’ victories

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor Emeritus
April 20, 2016
Junior Kevante Williams explains why he supports the student-led movement.

What has #SJUDemands achieved so far?

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor Emeritus
April 13, 2016
Chief Justice Merrick Garland.

More Republicans agree to hold hearings for SCOTUS nominee

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor Emeritus
April 3, 2016
Seeking a resolution for racial inequality

Seeking a resolution for racial inequality

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
February 17, 2016
Student looks up at fireworks during the Dec. 7 Christmas Light Spectacular event.

The Winter Carnival’s Cost: Inside the event’s expenses

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
December 2, 2015
St. Johns students march throughout the Queens campus on Nov. 12.

‘SJU stands with Mizzou’

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
November 18, 2015
Brandon Stanton: Embrace Failure

Brandon Stanton: Embrace Failure

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
November 11, 2015

2015 security report brings new categories and surprises to SJU

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
October 29, 2015

Flier Flop

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
October 15, 2015

Activities Fair aims to promote engagement and boost student interest

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
October 15, 2015

CPS releases plans for renovation

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
October 15, 2015

Tobin College of Business adds surprise to MetroCards

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
October 15, 2015
Photo provided: Flickr

Stories of Innocents – Shujaa Graham Q&A

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
May 4, 2015

What happens to SGI’s remaining funds?

Amanda Umpierrez, News Editor
April 15, 2015
CORE Becomes Foundation for SGI While ICE Slips Through

CORE Becomes Foundation for SGI While ICE Slips Through

Amanda Umpierrez, Assistant News Editor
March 25, 2015
Ridge McKnight, ICE presidential candidate. Photo: ICE Facebook page

Meet the 2015 SGI E-Board Candidates: Ridge McKnight, ICE presidential candidate

Amanda Umpierrez, Assistant News Editor
March 12, 2015

Cuomo proposes new sexual assault policy

Amanda Umpierrez, Assistant News Editor
February 5, 2015

Proposed class schedule prompts divided opinions

Amanda Umpierrez, Assistant News Editor
December 4, 2014
Veterans and their families attended the St. John’s annual Veterans Day ceremony, held on the Great Lawn. Photo: Gina Palermo

Veterans Day at St. John’s celebrates those who served in armed forces

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
November 13, 2014
Some of the new freshman representatives for SGI. Each represents his or her respective college. Photo: SGI Facebook page

New freshmen reps act as advocates, gain experience within SGI

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
November 5, 2014

Students and Faculty Welcome President Gempesaw to SJU

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
October 29, 2014

Are assault preventatives effective?

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
October 23, 2014

St. John’s Student Code of Conduct

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
October 23, 2014

Manhattan shuttle may return for St. John’s students

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
October 13, 2014
Ray Rice, center, the Baltimore Ravens running back, who was suspended indefinitely from the NFL. Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Public remains disappointed with NFL after various incidents

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
September 24, 2014

Ebola Spreads, Several New Patients Brought to US.

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
September 17, 2014

Cancellation of Manhattan Shuttle Affects Commute for St. John’s Students

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
September 10, 2014

From Venezuela To St. John’s, Students Promote Justice

Amanda Umpierrez, Staff Writer
May 1, 2014
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