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    Student struck by vehicle on Westside Campus

    A resident student was struck by a vehicle outside of Centennial Hall on Western Connecticut State University’s Westside Campus. Danny Fitzpatrick, 21, was struck by a car driven by commuter student Timothy Silva, 22, at 5:20 p.m. on the night of Jan. 26. WCSU Police...

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    Finals party poster causes controversy

    While walking around campus last week students may have noticed posters hanging in various locations exclaiming “FCUK FINALS,” with a half-naked, seductive-looking woman on them.  They might also have noticed in big letters, “Plazma Closing Party hosted by WCSU Football Team.” Director of Athletics Edward...

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    Safety sought for White Street

    The newly formed White Street Task Force held its first meeting on Thursday afternoon on WestConn’s campus, just over a week after a fatal hit-and-run that took a student’s life. “Dr. Schmotter and Mayor Boughton talked about it Monday morning and devised the idea,” said...

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    Participants honored in student leadership program

    Western Connecticut State University (WestConn) honored nine students who participated in the Hancock Student Leadership Program (HSLP). The program, designed to inspire students to become stronger leaders, requires participants to spearhead a project which positively enhances the WestConn community. Those awarded included Adaobi Ogbenta, Alanna...

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    Movie preview: winter releases you should look out for

    Shame –The movie, Shame, starring Michael Fassbender looks to be an interesting film. Fassbender plays a sex addict who finds his personal life interrupted by his sister when she unexpectedly moves in with him. He has recently established himself as one of Hollywood’s best, with...

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    Brio restaurant service and food impresses customers

    With upbeat and empowered management along with a dedication to the highest standards in the food service, the Brio Bravo Restaurant Group has brought their newest store to the Danbury area adding zest to the local palette. Brio is a Tuscan grille with an atmosphere...

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    Teacher utilizes video games to engage students

    Would you be more willing to take a class if it involved video games? Western Connecticut State University (WestConn) students who took part in Chin-Wen Huang’s finance 100 class last semester had that opportunity when they stepped through the doors on the first day. While...

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    Important facts about Stop Online Piracy Act

    Congress is looking into a bill to stop online piracy. The Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) is the House of Representatives’ latest take on piracy. They also have another bill being worked on in the Protect IP Act. The SOPA was drawn up in responses...

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    Letter to the Editor: Crosswalk Safety

    Ever since the tragic accident occurred on White Street Nov. 22, there have been several scenarios mentioned as a way to prevent something like this from happening again. There has been talk of installing stop signs at the crosswalks to allow students and faculty easier...

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    Stop signs are NOT the answer for White Street

    There is a lot of debate over what to do with the crossing dilemma on White Street after the recent tragic hit-and-run Thanksgiving week, however I strongly disagree with points made in the editorial titled “White Street Crosswalks Demand Solution.” As a Danbury resident, I...

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