Omair Ali Perspectives Editor The March for Science was a moment for scientists and their allies to express their views candidly to bring science to the forefront of U.S. politics. Nearly 600 demonstrations took place around the world—with the primary march being in Washington D.C.—called for public action to defend “science that upholds the common … Continue reading
Author Archives: The Candor
Why No One Should Support Bill O’Reilly
Omair Ali Perspectives Editor During the past several months, it seems like the liberal media has been the predominant, mainstream force that has dominated the public sphere for the past several months. But at the same time, the conservative side was manned by fierce, conservative stalwarts who held their ground, countering the views put forth … Continue reading
Performance of “The Odd Couple”
Jessica Buettner Staff Writer The Benedictine Theater Club is well-known for putting on amazing productions of shows, such as “A Christmas Carol,” “The Bold, the Young and the Murdered,” and “Robin Hood and his Merry Men.” This semester, the Benedictine Theater Club came together to put on a production of “The Odd Couple.” Once again, … Continue reading
Spring Ball Brings Together Students to Have a Good Time
Jessica Buettner Staff Writer Each semester, the Programming Board hosts a dance for the students to enjoy; the Homecoming dance in the fall and Spring Ball in the spring. Spring Ball took place this past weekend at the LondonHouse Hotel ballroom in downtown. The dance has become popular with the students because they really do … Continue reading
Women’s Lacrosse Victorious on Senior Day
Logan Hanson Sports Editor The Benedictine Women’s Lacrosse team defeated Wartburg 9-8 Saturday morning at the Lisle Sports Complex. The win gave the team a Senior Day victory and gave them seven wins on the season matching a single-season school record in wins. The game started off slowly for the Eagles defense as they gave … Continue reading
Chicago Bears Draft Preview
Daniel Dalenberg Staff Writer Going into this week’s 2017 NFL draft, the Chicago Bears find themselves in a position they haven’t been in since 2005, possessing a top five pick. After a 2016-17 season to forget, the Bears have the third overall pick in the draft and a unique chance to select a possibly franchise … Continue reading
The Bachelor’s Chris Soules in Jail for Allegedly Leaving the Scene of Deadly Car Crash
Emily Nitti Staff Writer Bachelor alum Chris Soules was arrested at 1:16 a.m. on Tuesday after a deadly car crash in Buchanan County, Iowa. The 35 year old Soules is still in custody and has been charged with leaving the scene of a fatal car accident that left one person dead. Soules was not charged … Continue reading
