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LIFESTYLES: Small businesses are what make communities strong and unique, and you’d be surprised how many students are running their own ventures all while balancing academic life.
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NEWS: University Housing employees are bound by department policy to direct all media inquiries to Director of University Housing Mallory Sidarous. Some employees have chosen to speak out against the policy, calling it a violation of their rights as American citizens.
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OPINION: Summer, best known for its energy and extra hours of sunlight, is the perfect season to experiment with your appearance. The warm weather, relaxed environment and excess of social activities provide a solid foundation for trying out new looks and reexamining your style. Here are a few reasons why summer is the best time to embrace change and explore new aspects of your personal style.
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NEWS: While students fight in the bathrooms at some Edwardsville district schools, community members say Superintendent Patrick Shelton and the Board of Education have done nothing to stop it.
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The 2024 SIUE Summer Showbiz program kicks off at the Metcalf Theater with a trip down memory lane in the live-stage adaptation of the children’s book series by Barbara Park,
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I am an anti-Zionist Jew. Not because I’m self-hating or have internalized antisemitism, but because I don’t support any state that forcefully takes land from another group. I do not
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Steve Tamari, history professor at SIUE and Palestinian American, was assaulted [see video] and arrested by Washington University police and local police officers tonight. He is currently being held with
SPORTS: Women’s tennis conquered the 2024 Ohio Valley Conference Championships last weekend at the Dwight Davis Tennis Center in St. Louis.
After the last regular season match’s 7-0 domination over Western Illinois University, the Cougars came back in full swing for a rematch in the tournament’s quarterfinal round on Friday.
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In the final production of the academic season, SIUE put on Arthur Laurents’ “Gypsy,” highlighting the embrace of femininity and individuality in the world of show business.
Set across America in the 1920s and ‘30s, “Gypsy: A Musical Fable” follows an ambitious stage mother with a dream for her daughters’ success — all the while yearning for her own.
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Facing adversity this past season, the women’s basketball team is currently navigating the rebuilding stage. One positive take away from the season was the play of freshman point guard Ava Stoller.
Stoller was the fourth-leading scorer and had the second-most assists for the Cougars this season. She started in 26 games and averaged 29.2 minutes played per game. Stoller also led the team with an average of five rebounds per game.
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What would we do without sweet treats? We reviewed all types of boba at local spots, from Edwardsville to St. Louis. While the drink is the most important component, the perfect drink comes with friendly service and a good price. We rank based on price, taste and service, reviewing local boba spots to find your perfect fit.
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SPORTS: The SIUE Cougars lost to Bradley University 5-2 on Feb. 9 at Maryville University Hockey Center, but in the face of disappointment, they announced a Division 3 team.
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LIFESTYLES: Moving to a new country to study at a new university is difficult. International Affairs’ mentorship program hopes to sidestep these challenges by pairing international students with experienced mentors.
Emanuel Chon Sin, International Affairs’ general assistant, came up with the idea to create the program because of his own experience as an international student.
“I’m originally from Panama, and as someone who has experienced the ups and downs of coming to a new country, experiencing the good stuff and the more challenging stuff, I wanted to develop an initiative that would basically create this supporting community for other international students,” Chon Sin said.
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A car containing three armed people was surrounded by multiple local police departments at 11 p.m., Sunday at the Parc at 720 apartments near SIUE’s campus.
The car was alleged to be involved in a chase starting in South Roxana, Illinois — which is about 10 minutes away from Parc at 720 — according to the Madison County Illinois Scanner Page on Facebook.
After it pulled into the parking lot, police surrounded the car. The car was parked near apartment 727.
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A car containing three armed people was surrounded by multiple local police departments at 11 p.m., Sunday at the Parc at 720 apartments near SIUE’s campus.
Throughout 2023, the United States experienced 656 mass shootings in which four or more people were shot, according to the Gun Violence Archive.
On Nov. 7, 2023, SIUE unveiled a new emergency preparedness procedure giving details for disasters such as tornadoes, flooding and active shooting. They provided a comprehensive list of actions that could be taken during, before and after these emergencies.
Despite this list, a survey conducted by The Alestle reports that 74 percent of the campus population at SIUE feels unprepared in the event of an active shooter on campus.
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SIUE Hockey lost 3-2 in overtime against Trine University during the team’s annual Teddy Bear Night at East Alton Ice Arena on Friday.
Overall, the game was a tough battle between two very competitive teams. Given the circumstances going into the game, SIUE had quite an uphill battle.
The Cougars were not originally scheduled to play against Trine. Their original opponent, Central Michigan University, canceled their series trip south due to significant snowfall in Michigan.
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Episode 107: “Gypsy-Rose and Drunk Elephant”
Sports Editor Audrey O’Renic, Reporter Sam Muren, and Podcast Producer Hannah Ledford sit down to discuss the Gypsy-Rose Blanchard case and the rampant consumerism affecting young girls.
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Campus restaurants like Kaldi’s Coffee have remained closed due to worker shortages, which were worsened by COVID-19. However, the pandemic restrictions have lifted, yet these locations remain closed — so what’s next for the restaurants on campus?
Lovejoy Library recently reopened its Starbucks location near the entrance closest to the Stratton Quadrangle. Kris Hoxsey, a civil service worker at SIUE, said he had to peel off social distancing stickers when he arrived at the beginning of the fall semester.
“We just opened up this year after COVID-19,” Hoxsey said. “I’m surprised this place was able to pay rent all these years — we’re not making much money.”
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Welcome Back to Spring Semester! The Alestle is now hiring Copy Editors and Reporters! You can apply on the SIUE GradLeaders page today, you must have a 2.0 GPA to apply for a position. Good luck! We can’t wait to have you on our team! We’ll link the applications below!
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Towards the end of summer break, signs saying nothing but “283” popped up all around campus with no explanation. Until the fall semester started, people were left to wonder – what is 283?
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Towards the end of summer break, signs saying nothing but “283” popped up all around campus with no explanation. Until the fall semester started, people were left to wonder –
After listening to student feedback, dining services have made significant changes for the fall semester, including extended hours and expanded food options.
Members of AFSCME Local 2887 and 2232 met with Illinois State Representative Katie Stuart on Monday, Aug. 14 in the MUC to voice their discontent with the university in recent contract negotiations.
Members of AFSCME Local 2887 and 2232 met with Illinois State Representative Katie Stuart on Monday, Aug. 14 in the MUC to voice their discontent with the university in recent
After a year of not having a contract, AFSCME Local 2887 organized a protest against their treatment during contract negotiations.
On July 14, Benjamin Lowder, director of the Center for Spirituality and Sustainability, issued an “emergency alert” via a GoFundMe in an effort to raise funds for a new heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, or HVAC, for the Fuller Dome.
On July 14, Benjamin Lowder, director of the Center for Spirituality and Sustainability, issued an “emergency alert” via a GoFundMe in an effort to raise funds for a new heating,
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