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The Suffolk Journal

Your School. Your Paper. Since 1936.

The Suffolk Journal

Your School. Your Paper. Since 1936.

The Suffolk Journal

Students and faculty gather in Roemer Plaza outside of Samia to watch the 2024 solar eclipse.

Students reflect on Boston solar eclipse

Joshua Yanes, Staff Writer April 17, 2024

The solar eclipse on April 8 left some Suffolk University students in awe of outer space’s phenomena and many feeling underwhelmed about the results of the eclipse. A solar eclipse happens when the...

The Student Leadership and Involvement office located on the third floor of Sawyer.

Clubs, SGA talk funding for upcoming academic year

Avery Martin, Staff Writer April 17, 2024

Between the more than 100 clubs and organizations for students at Suffolk University, one thing is true for all: funding is essential.  For Suffolk’s clubs that fall under the umbrella of Student...

A banner displaying the features of Workday Student in the Sawyer lobby.

Students grapple with new platform during course registration

E.C. Repp, Journal Contributor April 17, 2024

As the spring semester draws to a close and Suffolk University students begin preparing for their next semester, Suffolk switched from using WebAdvisor and SelfService for student resources to Workday...

City Council works toward bus safety, rat control in Boston

City Council works toward bus safety, rat control in Boston

Joshua Yanes, Staff Writer April 16, 2024

Boston City Council discussed creating an office for pest control in the City of Boston, hearings to address problem properties and a call for support of a bill that would enhance the safety of buses during...

From left to right Leah Wagner, Bianca Clark Peniza, Professor Rachael Cobb, Elaisa Stephanie Rubio, Sheila Ramirez, Rep. Rita Mendes, Jae Molina, Stacy Munoz pose for a photo at the panel.

Latinas in Law panel highlights career journeys from triumphant Latina women

Juliana Pinto, Staff Writer April 16, 2024

Suffolk University’s Latinas in Law club hosted a panel April 9, shedding light on the experiences and triumphs of Latina women in their career paths.  The panel was comprised of Professor and Chair...

From left to right, Board of Trustees Robert Lamb, Suffolk President Marisa Kelly, Board member Ernst Guerrier and Vice Chair of the Board Amy Nechtem listen to student feedback during the March 26 forum.

SGA passes resolution against arming SUPD

Maren Halpin April 11, 2024

Suffolk University’s Student Government Association passed a resolution to oppose the arming of the Suffolk Police Department’s sworn officers April 11.  The resolution, authored and read to the...

From left to right: Sophia Tilis, Emily Corrao, Ana Manzioli, Ian McKissick, Emily Zeigerson, Andy Dolci and Isabel Blanco pose for a picture at Spring Ball.

Suffolk’s Spring Ball brightens the ballroom

Alexis Crochiere, Asst. News Editor April 9, 2024

Spring officially blossomed at Suffolk University Program Council’s annual Spring Ball April 5 at the Omni Parker House. The tradition gave Suffolk undergrads a taste of homecoming and prom nostalgia...

PPGA President Emily Puchalski and Vice President Natalie Lapointe at the 2023 Womens March. Puchalski and Lapointe started PPGA shortly before the march in response to the Supreme Courts Dobbs decision.

Suffolk’s PPGA is bringing activism and advocacy to campus

Brooklyn Leighton, Opinion Editor April 9, 2024

At Suffolk’s chapter of Planned Parenthood Generation Action, nothing is a taboo subject. From safe sex to the what’s what in politics, PPGA discusses it all, and encourages students to as well.  When...

The Ford Hall Forum discusses the United States Supreme Courts ruling to overturn Roe v Wade in 2022.

Ford Hall Forum tackles impact of Dobbs ruling

Alexis Crochiere, Asst. News Editor April 9, 2024

Suffolk University’s latest Ford Hall Forum brought a group of panelists together to discuss gender equality and reproductive rights to mark the second anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health...

Suffolk Law student Faye Golden speaks at the student forum March 26. Golden has survived four school shootings throughout her career as a teacher.

Student forum hears student concerns, leaves many feeling skeptical

Maren Halpin, News Editor April 2, 2024

Suffolk University students from the undergraduate, graduate and law schools gathered to share their perspectives on the debate surrounding the proposed arming of Suffolk University Police Department officers...

SUPD Chief James Connolly answers student questions about the possible arming of SUPD at the March 19 forum.

President, SUPD Chief weigh in on arming debate

Shealagh Sullivan and Maren Halpin March 26, 2024

As Suffolk University’s Board of Trustees prepares to vote in the coming months on whether Suffolk Police Department officers will be armed, Suffolk President Marisa Kelly and SUPD Chief James Connolly...

The Celebration of Black Excellence event had over 300 attendees.

Suffolk’s Celebration of Black Excellence Ceremony recognizes students, staff, alumni for outstanding support on campus

Alexis Crochiere, Journal Contributor March 26, 2024

Suffolk University’s annual Celebration of Black Excellence Ceremony recognized members of the Suffolk community for their contributions to the university March 22.  In addition to the awards, Suffolk...

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