By Holly Hearn Public lands not only tell the story of how the United States came to be, but also the country’s struggles with race and other difficult parts of the past. The Gettysburg National Military Park teaches visitors about the Civil War, and St….
By Sophia Cardona Hedrick Smith is a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning former New York Times reporter and editor, and Emmy award-winning producer and correspondent. Throughout his career, he has earned the title of one of America’s most distinguished journalists. Some of his published books include Who Stole the…
By Holly Hearn Flagler College added the cinematic arts major three years ago- and since then they have developed a new way of teaching through their film project “A Book of Freedom: The Confessions of Francisco Menéndez.” Led by Communications Professor and Coordinator of Cinematic Arts Tracy Halcomb, PhD., and Visiting Filmmaker and Director Jim Gilmore, students in the program were able to get both class…
By Gabriella Palomo Flagler College’s annual St. Auggie Shorts Film Festival will return on March 6 for its third year,bringing filmmakers and students together for a two-day celebration of short film, networkingand hands-on experience. Dr. Tracy Halcomb, coordinator of the Cinematic Arts program and co-director…
By Nancy Huang Flagler College’s Student Democratic Society (SDS) has collected over 500 signatures on a petition urging the school to declare itself a sanctuary campus, prohibiting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from recruiting or operating on campus, and cutting ties with local immigration…
By Logan Johnson Like any emerging technology coming seemingly out of nowhere, the advent of generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the world of academia has turned heads, sparked curiosity and – for some – raised deep criticisms of Flagler College policy. This past September, the…
By Natasha Chinea Stress can feel like a universal language. Between school, work, social life and anxiety, it’s no surprise that thoughts can get loud and overwhelming. For students on campuses all across the country, the question often becomes the same: How do I calm…
By Natasha Chinea On the first day of college, some students find lifelong friends knocking at their door. While others spend weeks feeling like outsiders, watching cliques form before they’ve even unpacked their bags. For many, finding “your people” can be the difference between stress…
By Kiley McQuillan Caffeine use among college students spikes during finals week, giving many an essential boost, but nurses say excessive intake can also trigger increases in anxiety, sleep disruption and heart problems. At Flagler College, many students rely on caffeine to manage long study…
By Jessica Gates All across the globe, from small-town soccer fields to massive professional stadiums, sports play an essential role in communities and people’s lives. Sports help cultivate one’s character by developing a deep importance for health benefits, values and personal connections that can set…