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Drawing Tattoos on PC’s Heart: Lessons from Father Gregory Boyle, S.J.

by Kerry Torpey ’20 Editor-in-Chief At the Providence College Academic Convocation this year, Father Gregory Boyle, S.J., spoke to attendees about his book Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion. Ever since I read it in school and learned about Homeboy Industries, Fr. Boyle’s words have always been a source of wisdom and […]

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Tangents & Tirades

Donut Debate Considering Providence’s abundance of small donut shops, the question must be asked: which is superior, Allie’s Donuts or PVDonuts? Does accessibility play a role in this decision? It is clear that most Providence College students have easier access to Allie’s Donuts, as you can find a small selection in Eaton Street Cafe and […]

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The Circus

by Sarah Kirchner ’21 The smell of popcorn filled the tent. The entire tent smelt of sweets and peanuts. All sorts of smells spread through the high top, and I stood at the entrance taking it all in. Everything seemed so small underneath the tent, as the walls went up for what seemed like forever. […]

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Layered White Bricks

by Jessica Polanco ’20 I haven’t spoken to him in years but he called me over the other day. I had the time so I flew in. As I arrive at his house, I realize a piece of his land has been swallowed by a big square that resembles a foundation. “Can you guess what […]

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here’s to the boys

by Marelle Hipolito ’22 here’s to the boys who held me up when I was falling apart here’s to the boys who gave me their entire heart  here’s to the boys who wiped away every tear here’s to the boys who taught me to face my fears here’s to the boys who listened to every […]

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Where the Rain Goes

by Sam Ward ’21 It is tell me where the rain goes Not tell me what to think Stagnated growth // forget that oath. Simple thoughts translate so well. But dress them up and you protect yourself from being understood (that’s no good). When you value privacy, You find ways to feed the ego Without risking […]

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Through a Window in Seville

by Gabriela Baron ’20 Desde mi ventana veo un nuevo universo lleno de miles posibilidades: coches voladores, robots, y sueños realizados y uno sin árboles, abejas y el té de mi abuela. Desde mi ventana veo alguien que conozco con gafas de estilo vibrante y un vestido rosado con volantes. Pétalos de rosas secas caen […]

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Sitting on the Porch

by Sam Pellman ’20 It’s sunset and the mood is relaxed I can hear the cars passing The air is warm but I can feel it getting cool For the moment, everything is calm I can see others sitting on their porch Talking and enjoying each other’s presence Everyone is a neighbor looking out for […]

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Listomania: Best College Side Hustles

GoFor Inc. Redbubble artist Catfishing old men Charging electric scooters Uber or lyft driver Participating in a psych study Professional Ray date  Selling your hair Donating your Find your Nemo fish to science Uploading feet pics Cutting Fr. Shanley’s grass Selling McPhail’s popcorn on Eaton Street Selling your parking pass Life coach Selling stolen Cowls […]

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Tiff and Earl

Dear Tiff and Earl, How do I get onto the show Caught in Providence? My parents are big fans and I want to make them proud. Looking to get caught, Caprio’s Number 1 Fan   Dear CN1F,  If you want to get Caprio’s attention and make your parents proud, you have to do something creative […]

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