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The Suffolk Journal

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The Suffolk Journal

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...

Boston looks at a gloomy few days for week of April 10, sun to come out for Marathon Monday

Boston looks at a gloomy few days for week of April 10, sun to come out for Marathon Monday

Sarah Roberts, News Editor April 9, 2024

A few more days of rain are ahead for downtown Boston but don’t pack your sunscreen away just yet — temperatures will heat up in time for Boston Marathon weekend. Wednesday in downtown Boston will...

In the nation: Arizona Supreme Court allows enforcement of 1864 abortion law, Judge sentences Michigan school shooters parents, Biden announces new student loan forgiveness plan

In the nation: Arizona Supreme Court allows enforcement of 1864 abortion law, Judge sentences Michigan school shooter’s parents, Biden announces new student loan forgiveness plan

Leo Woods and William Woodring April 9, 2024

Arizona Supreme Court allows enforcement of 1864 abortion law Arizona’s Supreme Court ruled April 9 that the state could enforce an 1864 law that would allow doctors to be prosecuted after performing...

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...

Boston City Council talks updates to tech infrastructure, pedestrian safety, creation of Inspector General

Boston City Council talks updates to tech infrastructure, pedestrian safety, creation of Inspector General

Joshua Yanes, Staff Writer April 9, 2024

Boston’s City Council discussed updates to technological infrastructure, the creation of an office of Inspector General in Boston and a hearing to discuss pedestrian safety at its April 3 meeting. Councilor...

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...

Students on the trip to Laredo, Texas work with Habitat for Humanity to build a house in the community on the U.S.-Mexico Border. | Courtesy of Raffaella Shanahan.

Suffolk students serve communities across the nation for Alternative Spring Break

William Woodring, Senior Editor-at-Large April 2, 2024

As colleges across the country hit pause for spring break, 60 Suffolk students prepared for a different kind of trip. Students on the Center for Community Engagement’s Alternative Spring Break traveled...

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...

Google pledges to delete user data in settlement, Florida Supreme Court rules for 15-week abortion ban, Seven aid workers die after Israeli military strike

Google pledges to delete user data in settlement, Florida Supreme Court rules for 15-week abortion ban, Seven aid workers die after Israeli military strike

William Woodring and Leo Woods April 2, 2024

Google settles Incognito lawsuit, pledges to delete user data  In a settlement announced April 1, the tech giant Google agreed to purge billions of records after a 2020 class-action lawsuit claimed...

Wet weather brings warm temps for week of April 3

Wet weather brings warm temps for week of April 3

Sarah Roberts, News Editor April 2, 2024

Boston should expect lots of rain but warmer temperatures this week, according to AccuWeather.  Wednesday will be a washout with temperatures sticking in the mid-40s with 70% humidity and wind gusts...

Suffolk University Debate Team poses with their awards after the national conference in Morgantown, West Virginia. Courtesy of Juliette Salah.

Suffolk Debate brings national recognition back to Boston

Julia Capraro, Editor-at-Large April 2, 2024

After returning to campus from a 32-year hiatus, Suffolk University’s Debate team made history by securing a Junior Varsity national title. Suffolk Debate dates back to the 1960s, with the last team...

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