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A guideline for the first year of college How first-years can adapt to their new Xavier community

By: Max Bruns ~Advertisement Manager~ “We are Xavier Musketeers. We are unique individuals who come together in the spirit of St. Ignatius, to learn together, to serve together and we will succeed in changing the world together. We act with integrity, justice and generosity. All for one and one for all.” These are the ringing words of the Xavier Student Commitment that all first-year students will face when they join the Xavier Family. Loaded with language that demonstrates intentional community, it is clear that Xavier cares about creating a space for its students to be united. The Jesuit tradition, started by … Continue reading A guideline for the first year of college How first-years can adapt to their new Xavier community

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Meditations on the Xavier experience

By: Ayana Rowe ~Outgoing Head Copy Editor~ By now we all know the things people say about college: This is your chance to figure out who you want to be for the rest of your life. All you have to do is pick the perfect major, apply yourself in class, meet amazing people and walk across the stage at graduation having completed the best years of your life. I’m not telling you these things won’t happen, but if my four years are any indicator, college is not nearly as neat and tidy as people will have you believe. Nevertheless, I wouldn’t … Continue reading Meditations on the Xavier experience

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Lessons for college courtesy of ‘South Park’

By: James Neyer ~Staff Writer~ Whenever I go home, I always do three things: cuddle with my big dumb dog Max, grab a bunch of fresh food made for me and engage in a lively debate with my mom. My mother and I vary greatly in respect to some beliefs, and we often engage in debate concerning politics, religion and occasionally Star Wars. It is because of our differences that I welcome these debates. My mom challenges me to think critically and to try and understand opposing viewpoints. Everyone has their own set of beliefs that they hold dear. Occasionally … Continue reading Lessons for college courtesy of ‘South Park’