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Best styles from New York Fashion Week inspire students

Ariana Perez Staff Writer • February 27, 2016

New York Fashion Week has wrapped up, leaving students to pick apart the runway’s hottest styles in order to gain inspiration for their everyday styles.Black and white:These colors were a common theme...

Speech and hearing club teaches students sign language

Anna Maffucci Assistant Features Editor • February 27, 2016

The Speech and Hearing Club hosted an event for students to learn about sign language which was taught by Dr. Michelle Veyvoda, an assistant professor and speech-language pathologist, Feb. 18.The event...

Karate club shows students self-defense techniques

Abigail Rapillo Assistant News Editor • February 27, 2016

The Karate Club and Gamma Lambda Rho cosponsored a self-defense seminar Feb. 17, which was attended by 43 Iona students and was instructed by Karate Club Sensei Joel Gonzales, a sensei in Japanese Go Ji.“It...

Twitter finds significant decrease in user base

Joseph Barbella Staff Writer • February 27, 2016

Twitter announced earlier this month that it saw zero growth in its total user count, and in fact the numbers of total users has declined from 307 million to 305 million.This significant decrease in users...

Kanye West launches ‘Life of Pablo’ and Yeezy Season 3

Alexa Filipe Advertising Manager • February 27, 2016

Kanye West debuted his latest album “The Life of Pablo” and fashion line, Yeezy Season 3, at Madison Square Garden Feb. 11.If you weren’t able to secure tickets for the MSG showing, a live stream...

Student teaches weekly Zumba classes in athletics center

Taylor Brown Features Editor • February 13, 2016

Sophomore Amanda Cifelli became a licensed Zumba instructor after finding inspiration through her love for the activity and an Iona alumna.Cifelli explained that as a freshman she attended a Zumba class...

Tyler Conroy uses passions as springboards

Cathleen Kenney Contributing Writer • February 13, 2016

Tyler Conroy, Class of 2014 and avid Taylor Swift fan, can finally add “author” to his long list of accomplishments after winning the position of honorary author of Swift’s fan made book.The contest,...

Three last-minute DIY Valentine’s Day decorations

Cathleen Kenney Contributing writer • February 13, 2016

Valentine’s Day is a few days away and if you’re struggling to decorate your dorm or want to make a creative gift for your significant other, these DIYs are just what you need. One quick trip to the...

Iona in Mission partners with Alta Gracia to create T-shirts

Anna Maffucci Assistant Features Editor • February 13, 2016

Iona in Mission is famous for its mission trips and the popular IIM T-shirts seen worn around campus. This year, they have decided to order these shirts from Alta Gracia, a factory that gives its workers...

Beauty tips and tricks for cold weather

Ariana Perez Staff Writer • January 28, 2016

The winter season is upon us, making it more important than ever to protect your hair and skin from harsh weather conditions.If you’re not sure where to start in your routine, here are five tips that...

Making the most of your spring semester

Joseph Barbella Staff Writer • January 28, 2016

The beginning of a new semester means a fresh start for students. Regardless of your performance last semester, this is the time to improve upon your work from the previous years.Here are a few tips to...

Best and worst outfits at the Critics’ Choice Awards

Kim Mulder Advertising Manager • January 28, 2016

The 21st annual Critic’s Choice Awards had celebrities showcasing some of the best and worst looks on the red carpet.Best:Rachel McAdams and Krysten Ritter dazzled in their embellished burgundy gowns....