The Ionian

Meet Dr. Barkley: Iona’s first dog professor

Gucci Maffucci Editor-in-Cheap • March 22, 2018

Disclaimer: This article is an April Fool’s article featured in our 2018 April Fool's issue. The college hired Dr. Kibble Barkley, its first dog professor, over the spring break. Barkley, an alum of...

Iona begins first Bachelorette competition

Toasty Biscuits Starch and Carbohydrate Editor • March 22, 2018

Disclaimer: This article is an April Fool’s article featured in our 2018 April Fool's issue. The mission of Iona College is to guarantee the success of its students. The college aims for academic success...

Backstreet Boys set to teach classes in the fall

Julia Oregano Spice of Life Editor • March 22, 2018

Disclaimer: This article is an April Fool’s article featured in our 2018 April Fool's issue. Members of the famous boy band, the Backstreet Boys, will be joining the Iona College staff in the fall...

IT department announces Microsoft Office 97 reinstallation

Abigail 'Pillo Sleep Enthusiast • March 22, 2018

Disclaimer: This article is an April Fool’s article featured in our 2018 April Fool's issue. The Iona IT department announced on Monday that it will be installing Microsoft Office 97 onto computers...

New program will integrate ghosts into student body

Daiyna Roobiey Manahjing Ehdetour • March 22, 2018

Disclaimer: This article is an April Fool’s article featured in our 2018 April Fool's issue. Iona College officials announced on Tuesday that the sixth floor of McSpedon Hall will be dedicated to serve...

Weenie Hut Junior’s restaurants to come to Iona

Matthew Ritz Snack Manager • March 22, 2018

Disclaimer: This article is an April Fool’s article featured in our 2018 April Fool's issue. For those who are looking for more food options on or off campus, there is a new option for you. Just like...

Fwiggles – Wiggles cover band – to play Spring Weekend

Dana Emeralds Shining Star • April 2, 2017

Note: This article was featured in our 2017 April Fool's issue.Iona College announced on Tuesday that the cover band, The Fwiggles, will be performing for this year’s Spring Weekend.The Fwiggles perform...

Crocs craze hits Iona campus

Julia O'hmygosh Surprised Editor • April 2, 2017

Note: This article was featured in our 2017 April Fool's issue.They’ve been making a comeback across the nation. Pets are wearing them. Parents are wearing them. Celebrities are wearing them. What trend...

Iona celebrates five dollar donation with historic parade

Abigael Rapillo Gael Specialist • April 2, 2017

Note: This article was featured in our 2017 April Fool's issue.Iona College hosted a parade on Wednesday to celebrate the historic donation from one of Iona’s most prestigious alumni.Marshal Dinero,...

Iona to install spotlights on campus

Matthew Pickle Dill-igent Ad Manager • April 2, 2017

Note: This article was featured in our 2017 April Fool's issue.The Office of Safety and Security announced that traffic lights and more annoying safety improvements will begin to be installed on campus...

Beat procrastination using slaps!

Julia O'hmygosh Surprised Editor • April 2, 2017

Note: This article was featured in our 2017 April Fool's issue.A new app is taking the technological world by storm with its new 4D feature. It claims to be on the forefront for “defending college students...

Basketball team signs 4-year-old

Kaitlyn Caramel Candy Enthusiast • April 2, 2017

Note: This article was featured in our 2017 April Fool's issue.The Iona men’s basketball team recently recruited its newest (and possibly youngest) member last week. The men’s basketball team was...