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Your School. Your Paper. Since 1936.

The Suffolk Journal

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South Asia tackles American football with elite Football League of India

Jeremy Hayes February 19, 2014

It is hard to imagine America’s Game being played outside of North America, but a new league in India is gearing up for some football. The Elite Football League of India (EFLI) is heading into their...

African Student Association educates students on African culture and issues

African Student Association educates students on African culture and issues

Matt Bacon February 19, 2014

Suffolk University is widely known for its diverse student population. One of its selling points to potential students is that the school is composed of a tapestry of cultures from all corners of the world....

Japanese Student Association brings Japanese culture to campus

Dani Marrero February 12, 2014

The Japanese Students Association (JSA) is the newest organization on campus to join Suffolk’s diverse set of international clubs. Starting this semester, JSA will begin hosting events and working with...

Preparations for World Cup, Olympics, cause civil strife in Brazil

February 12, 2014

By Pierre Bono Now only a few months away from the commencement of the World Cup, which will be held throughout twelve Brazilian cities, a growing sentiment of socio-economic upheaval has gripped the...

An experience to remember: Why one student will never forget studying abroad

An experience to remember: Why one student will never forget studying abroad

Ryan Dawson February 12, 2014

Studying abroad is one of the most rewarding experiences a student can have. Being in a new country opens your eyes and expands your view of the world around you. Often the shock of being in a new culture...

Embattled Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich
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Crisis in Ukraine revives Cold War tensions, political strategies

Matt Bacon February 12, 2014

For a couple of months, people around the world have woken up to news out of Ukraine almost every morning. The country is in a deep economic crisis and facing rampant and increasingly violent protests. The...

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Home Away from Home program teaches students about new cultures, helps international students adjust

Dani Marrero February 5, 2014

As Suffolk welcomes new international students every semester, the International Students Services Office (ISSO) is avidly looking for ways to help students with immigration, registering for classes, and...

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Suffolk branch of Amnesty International brings human rights awareness to campus

Matt Bacon February 5, 2014

Amnesty International is regarded globally as one of the leading advocates and watchdogs for human rights. The group is one of the oldest human rights groups in the world, and has been responsible for...

Current military leader of Egypt, Abdul Fattah al-Sisi (left), meets with U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry
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Has Egypt gotten better? Examining the effects of the Arab Spring in the country that started it all

February 5, 2014

By Pierre Bono On Jan. 25, 2011 Egypt erupted in mass protest and revolution aimed at the removal of longtime strong man and presidential fixture Hosni Mubarak. Citing political corruption and the rampant...

Notorious war criminal Joseph Kony sues Ugandan government for peace

Notorious war criminal Joseph Kony sues Ugandan government for peace

Dani Marrero January 29, 2014

Leader of Lord’s Resistance Army Joseph Kony is seeking “peace and forgiveness” from the Ugandan government. Kony was asked to sign a peace agreement in 2008, The East African reports, but refused...

Taiwanese Students Association helps international students network, acculturate

Taiwanese Students Association helps international students network, acculturate

Dani Marrero January 29, 2014

With a vision to ease the transition for Taiwanese students as they make their decision to study in Boston, SU Taiwanese Students Association seeks to connect students on campus and in the New England...

Tracy Fersan (left center) appears on 60 Minutes
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International student adviser gifted with rare talent

Vassili Stroganov January 29, 2014

Imagine if you were able to remember every day in all of your life. In seconds you could recall everything you did on a specific day. Instantly, you would see vivid images in your mind of events that took...

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