Those close to this year’s Totem, released last Wednesday, have said that it is a success once again. Over the past 17 years, according to adviser Berwyn Moore, professor of English, the Totem has received recognition from the ASPA – the American Scholastic Press Association. Christine Peffer, Totem editor and junior English major, said that [...]
April Blum, otherwise known as the Coupon General, has not only sweept local supermarkets for “Q–poning” steals, but also has super saving abilities to give back to the community. Blum, who celebrated her couponing trade on TLC’s Extreme Couponing, spilled her secrets to Gannon University students Wednesday in the Waldron Campus Center’s Yehl Ballroom. Blum [...]
There are some aspects of Gannon University that are only truly appreciated by students, faculty and staff – John Coleman is one of those aspects. Coleman, security corporal community relations coordinator for Campus Police and Safety, is a well-recognized face among all members of the Gannon community. Coleman, who has been with Gannon for 10 [...]
The one relief before beginning freshman year: no more college applications, scholarships and essays. As a senior in high school, the biggest stress aside for preparing for the next step in life is applying to colleges and all of the paperwork that accompanies it. Once the acceptance letters start flooding in and a choice is [...]
With Valentine’s Day annually capturing the hearts of many, February is known as the month for happy couples. With that being said, February happens to be an exceptionally meaningful month for David and MaryAnne Kozak, a couple who will mark 47 years on Feb. 26. David Kozak, the director of the political science program, met [...]
Love it or hate it, Cupid’s arrows are swiftly approaching and targets have been named. Valentine’s Day, one of the most-celebrated holidays, with its signature pink and red hearts and sentimental cards and poetry, is nearly here. Some call it a “Hallmark holiday,” and others praise it as a delightfully precious day to celebrate loved [...]
Equipped with a new email system, Gannon University’s Informational Technology Services (ITS) has turned to a new project: a new portal and website. By Monday, students and faculty will have access to both new systems after a weekend conversion. Mark Jordano, director of Gannon’s ITS, is working with both Mike Gorski, university webmaster in the [...]
While Gannon University’s Greek social organizations center on social aims rather than educational or professional aims, the Order of Omega – Gannon’s Greek honor society – focuses on celebrating Greek leaders who display overall excellence. According to the national purpose statement, Order of Omega’s goal is to recognize both fraternity men and sorority women who [...]
Over the upcoming break, many Gannon University students will return home to spend the holiday season with their families. With such a diverse student body, the season will be celebrated in a variety of ways from traveling to tropical destinations to baking mass amounts of cookies. Many Gannon students shared quirky traditions special to their [...]
Right up there next to the major holidays — Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter — Black Friday shopping has become a huge event for which much preparation is needed. For years fanatic shoppers looking for the best deals on gifts for the holiday season have gone to great lengths to ensure that the laptop, digital [...]