Photo-op: Students spring into second semester

By Emilie Kracik, Staff Writer Xavier welcomed back the Musketeers last Monday, Jan 10. With the coming months jam-packed with activities and events, we had only one question for students: What are you looking forward to this semester? Here’s what they had to say.  Reagan Pokorny First-year  Criminal justice major “I’m looking forward to more basketball games. The atmosphere in Cintas Center is awesome, and I love being there!” Derrick Meyer Junior Business analytics and marketing double major “I am glad I have a chance to improve myself this semester. I’m looking forward to in-person classes, meeting new people, and playing … Continue reading Photo-op: Students spring into second semester

Students share their staff appreciation this week

By Emilie Kracik, Staff Writer As the semester steams ahead, students and professors are getting to know each other a lot more. When asked about a staff member who made them happy or who surprised their class this week, this is what some students had to share. “This past week I have been introduced to many wonderful people, but one truly stands out. My philosophy professor, Kelly Swope, has truly helped me realize that seemingly small concepts have deeper meanings. He has also credited me for outstanding work in his class and I truly appreciate it.” – Daniel Burchett First-year … Continue reading Students share their staff appreciation this week

XU Students react to masks

By Emilie Kracik, Staff Writer With classes commencing this week, we asked students their thoughts on returning to in-person classes and the updated university mask policy. “I’m really happy Xavier is allowing us to be back in person, especially because some of my friends still have not been able to be back in person at their schools. I’m perfectly fine with wearing my mask if it allows me to be in the classroom. Having masks just being required indoors and being able to be outside feels like improvement.” – Ditto Rajpal Junior finance major “I feel great that we are … Continue reading XU Students react to masks