The Death of Cursive Writing Cursive writing is a dying art. Formerly a widely practiced technique, cursive writing was designed to teach elementary school children how to write formally. Students often learn the basic alphabet first, and work their way towards being able to write full essays in this aesthetically pleasing font. One of the […]
by Andrea Traietti ’21 and Kelly Wheeler ’21 Opinion Co-Editors “Friars hold doors.” On Providence College’s campus, it is more than just a saying tossed around lightly or mentioned during tours; it is embodied not just in the physical action of holding the door open, but in extending a helping hand to other friars when […]
by Alyssa Cohen ’21 Opinion Staff The act of donating blood is a small way to pay it forward that can make a tremendous impact on humanity. The entire blood donation process typically takes about one to two hours—and for each successful donation of one pint of blood, the donor could save up to three […]
NO by Elizabeth McGinn ’21 Portfolio Co-Editor Although the 2020 presidential election is over a year away, it is of paramount importance that voters pay close attention to the race and all of its candidates. While the Democratic debates began in June 2019, last week’s debates showed who the top contenders are. Joe Biden, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]