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Fairfield University has new rules and requirements due to COVID-19, one being having to wear a mask at all times.

COVID-19 guidelines at colleges generate mixed emotions

Natasha Taubenheim '22 and Lily Klau '23 September 29, 2020

Throughout months of social distancing and taking precautions to avoid COVID-19, there has been much uncertainty surrounding whether students should return to school. Some schools decided to become fully...

Gap-years become increasingly popular amid COVID-19 limitations

Gap-years become increasingly popular amid COVID-19 limitations

Remy Teltser ’21, Web Features Editor September 26, 2020

After a day of virtual classes and meeting professors online, college students put on their masks and voyage across campus to the closest cafeteria for some grab-and-go food, returning back to their single-bed...

Valedictorian Lucia Wang (Right) and Salutatorian Rebecca Schussheim (left) reflect on their experiences at Staples High School and remark on some of their favorite experiences.

Meet the Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Caitlin Jacob ’24, Communications Coordinator June 1, 2020

Staples High School has named its Valedictorian, Lucia Wang ’23, and its Salutatorian, Rebecca Schusseim ’23, both who earned the first and second highest GPA in the school. Get to know the valedictorian...

Although it is hard to think of a way to resume SAT testing during this pandemic, we must find a way or else both colleges and students will endure the consequences.

SAT tests must return or applying to college will be a challenge

Marlo Von der Ahe ’20, Staff Writer May 15, 2020

As the coronavirus keeps life at a standstill, not only has education halted, but the option to take SAT tests has also stopped. This presents a dilemma to students looking to apply to college next year....

New rules for sexual assault on college campuses released

New rules for sexual assault on college campuses released

Abby Fleming, Staff Writer May 14, 2020

New rules have been created regarding sexual assault on college campuses, the most notabe that victims can be cross-examined during hearings. Secretary of Education Betsy Devos announced this new rule...

Corona disrupts college decisions for seniors

Siri Kanter '20, Paper Opinions Editor May 11, 2020

For the past three years, seniors have eagerly awaited for May 1, 2020: a day where they could represent their selected post-high school plans, confident in their choices. For the class of 2020,...

Coronavirus brings college students back to Westport

Maria Engler '22, Web Opinions Editor May 8, 2020

Having to adapt to a new normality during the coronavirus pandemic has not come easily. With schools and universities nationwide being forced to close down, many students have had to pack up their...

Although standardized testing has been postponed due to these unprecedented circumstances, students still feel the impending stress of working to achieve a higher score. Students utilize textbooks to practice their skills.

Colleges become test-optional, relieving students of excess stress

Rebecca Kanfer '21, Paper Sports Editor April 20, 2020

As the 2020 college admissions year comes to a close, aspiring juniors look onward to their upcoming year of the Common Application and the College Board with one noticeable change. Standardized test scores...

Dominican colleges walking virtual tour. Students are being forced to base their college decision on a simple video like this one.

Virtual tours inadequately replace college tour experience

Charlotte Smith '21, Staff Writer March 26, 2020

Between Spring break, prom, college decision day and graduation, this time of year is packed with important social events for students. The coronavirus has caused a push for social distancing and self-quarantines,...

Many struggle with their search to find a roommate as their senior year of high school comes to an end. Some soon- to-be college freshmen find their roommates through Facebook or through mutual friends, while others go random and hope to bond over similar living preferences.

College Roomates: Search for your new best friend

Emma Van Riper '20, Paper Features Editor March 3, 2020

As I approach the third month of knowing where I’m going to college, the panic for the awaited roommate search has begun. With social media nowadays, it’s easy to communicate with people going to the...

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