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[Photo] The wimpy kid legacy continues

Neha Seenarine, Associate Arts and Life Editor
December 8, 2021
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[Photo] Chronicle holiday picks: The Quinnipiac Chronicle’s executive board claim their favorite holiday film, TV special or song

Chronicle Editors
December 8, 2021
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[Photo] Holiday traditions are more important than ever

Michael Sicoli and Connor Youngberg
December 8, 2021
Quinnipiac University showcased Oscar Wilde for his contribution to Irish culture and gay history.

[Photo] Quinnipiac commemorates Irish poet Oscar Wilde 121 years after death

Aidan Sheedy, Copy Editor
December 7, 2021
Officers shortages have impacted staffing at several locations, including Hogan Lot, which is the primary spot for delivery and carpool services.

[Photo] ‘A skeleton staff’: Public Safety lacks officers, resulting in long hours and areas unattended, union says

Chatwan Mongkol, Digital News Editor
December 7, 2021
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[Photo] Concealing the curls: The societal norms behind natural hair is frying our brains

Neha Seenarine and Nicole McIsaac
December 1, 2021
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[Photo] Athletes aren’t immune to the opioid epidemic

Keith Savage, Staff Writer
December 1, 2021
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[Photo] School of Engineering renamed to represent computing industry

Krystal Miller, Staff Writer
November 30, 2021
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[Photo] Make appreciation go viral

Neha Seenarine, Associate Arts & Life Editor
November 30, 2021
Kevin Marfo has already been productive in his first several games back with the Bobcats, averaging 10.5 rebounds per game so far this season.

[Photo] ‘It’s a different level’: After returning to the MAAC as a graduate transfer, Kevin Marfo’s year in the SEC has made him a more complete player

Cameron Levasseur, Associate Sports Editor
December 1, 2021
The Quinnipiac volleyball team entered the MAAC tournament as the No. 6 seed with an 8-9 in-conference record.

[Photo] No. 6 Quinnipiac volleyball pulls off upset in MAAC quarterfinals, but falls to No. 2 Rider in semifinals: Tournament in review and a look at 2022

Michael LaRocca, Associate Opinion Editor
November 22, 2021
Graduate student forward Kevin Marfo's 14 points and 14 rebounds led the Bobcats to a 76-65 win over Central Connecticut State.

[Photo] Kevin Marfo’s double-double leads Quinnipiac men’s basketball to win over Central Connecticut State 76-65

Benjamin Yeargin, Staff Writer
November 20, 2021
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[Photo] Make the most of college every day

Michael Sicoli, Editor-in-Chief
November 17, 2021
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[Photo] Six hours to fit in centuries of indigeneity

Ashley Pelletier, David Matos, and Neha Seenarine
November 17, 2021
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[Photo] It’s not easy being green: The pressure of perfection as an environmentalist is a lot to handle

Anya Grondalski, Podcast Host
November 17, 2021
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[Photo] Our writers debated, now you decide!

November 17, 2021
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[Photo] ‘Faces of the Homeless’ event raises awareness for homelessness in Connecticut and beyond

Jacklyn Pellegrino, Staff Writer
November 16, 2021
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[Photo] Students hope COVID cases subside amid uptick

Melina Khan, Associate News Editor
November 16, 2021
Quinnipiac men's basketball head coach Baker Dunleavy is beginning his fifth year at the helm of the Bobcats.

[Photo] Villanova, Wall Street and culture: Why QU men’s basketball head coach Baker Dunleavy is entrusted with a team that needs to be ‘built back up’

November 16, 2021
Graduate student forward Kevin Marfo had a double-double, his first standout performance since returning to the Bobcats.

[Photo] Kevin Marfo leads Quinnipiac men’s basketball to first Division I win this season over Holy Cross

Zack Hochberg, Staff Writer
November 15, 2021
Graduate student forward Oliver Chau's hat trick proved the difference in Saturday's 5-2 win over Arizona State.

[Photo] Oliver Chau’s first hat trick propels Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey to sweep over Arizona State

Aidan Sheedy, Staff Writer
November 14, 2021
Sophomore guard/forward Tymu Chenery delivers a thunderous dunk over Western New England sophomore guard Brian Geitner.

[Photo] Quinnipiac men’s basketball bounces back big time with a 51-point win

Keith Savage, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021
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[Photo] Gender-neutral housing promotes inclusivity on Quinnipiac campus

Michael LaRocca, Staff Writer
November 9, 2021
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[Photo] SGA rejects student loan cancellation letter to Biden, Harris

Chatwan Mongkol, News Editor
November 9, 2021
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[Photo] Michelle Wu’s victory is a step toward fixing Boston’s racism

Xavier Cullen, Opinion Editor
November 9, 2021
Senior defender Amanda Funaro was one of eight seniors who contributed to the team's 3-0 win over Sacred Heart on Senior Day.

[Photo] Field hockey farewells: Seniors reflect on their careers after their final game in the blue and gold

November 9, 2021
No. 6 Quinnipiac handled Game One of the rivalry series with Yale 3-0.

[Photo] Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey claims first chapter of Yale rivalry series with 3-0 beatdown

Cameron Levasseur, Staff Writer
November 5, 2021
The No. 6 men's ice hockey team will travel to Yale on Friday for the season's first installment of the Battle of Whitney Avenue.

[Photo] Keys to Friday’s men’s ECAC Hockey rivalry matchup between Quinnipiac and Yale

Cameron Levasseur, Staff Writer
November 3, 2021
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[Photo] Employers, not workers, caused ‘The Great Resignation’

Ashley Pelletier, Arts & Life Editor
November 3, 2021
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[Photo] Law school panel discusses voting rights

Krystal Miller and Jacklyn Pellegrino
November 2, 2021
Funcle's Cafe, which was founded early in the pandemic, is a popular choice for students.

[Photo] Hamden small businesses bloom with fresh customers

Corinna Pazzanese, Contributing Writer
November 2, 2021
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[Photo] A lesson to be learned: QU Culture and the Gender Sexuality Alliance held a celebration for LGBTQ History Month

David Matos, Associate Arts & Life Editor
November 2, 2021
Senior midfielder Selena Salas (left) had an assist during Sunday's win, propelling the Bobcats, a major reason the Bobcats can succeed when sophomore forward Rebecca Cooke (right) isn't involved in goals. Photo from

[Photo] Why the women’s soccer team is still great even when star forward Rebecca Cooke isn’t scoring

Riley Millette, Sports Editor
November 2, 2021
The Bobcats have scored only three goals through 33 man advantages this season.

[Photo] Pete's pond: New USCHO poll drops QU to No. 6, power play woes continue to handcuff Bobcats

November 2, 2021
Senior day was a success for the field hockey team, as it picked up a 3-0 win over Sacred Heart.

[Photo] A proper sendoff: Field hockey defeats Sacred Heart 3-0, giving seniors one last win

Milton Woolfenden, Staff Writer
October 31, 2021
Senior forward Gretchen Kron scored a header in the 67th minute of the MAAC quarterfinals to propel the Bobcats to victory over Marist.

[Photo] Senior forward Gretchen Kron’s game-winning header sends Quinnipiac women’s soccer to MAAC semifinals

Michael LaRocca, Staff Writer
October 31, 2021
The Bobcats hold a record of 5-1-2 going into next week's Battle of Whitney Avenue at Yale.

[Photo] Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey returns to win column with 2-1 overtime victory over AIC

Cameron Levasseur, Staff Writer
October 30, 2021
The Bobcats begin the tournament with a 7-3 in-conference record, second-best in the MAAC.

[Photo] What you should know heading into the women’s soccer playoff game on Sunday

Michael LaRocca, Staff Writer
October 29, 2021
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[Photo] Halloween isn’t an excuse for racism

Saniya Powell, Staff Writer
October 26, 2021
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[Photo] Kyrie Irving’s choice to not get vaccinated isn’t about defiance — it’s about morality

Benjamin Yeargin, Staff Writer
October 26, 2021
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[Photo] SATIRE: Quinnipiac to demolish Athletic and Recreation Center for parking spots

Neha Seenarine, Associate Arts & Life Editor
October 26, 2021
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[Photo] ‘Dune’ is a fantastic first installment

Jack Muscatello, Contributing Writer
October 26, 2021
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[Photo] A gore-geous addition to the ‘Halloween’ franchise

David Matos, Associate Arts & Life Editor
October 26, 2021
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[Photo] Fall Fest is back: Rebecca Black and Trevor Daniel perform at biggest event since COVID

Ashley Pelletier and Michael LaRocca
October 26, 2021
Forwards Ethan de Jong (senior) and Oliver Chau (graduate student) combined for three goals and four assists this weekend against North Dakota. Photo from

[Photo] Pete’s pond: No. 5 Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey leapfrogs No. 6 North Dakota in USCHO poll after weekend split

Peter Piekarski, Associate Sports Editor
October 26, 2021
The men's ice hockey team drew audiences of 3,498 and 3,512 on Friday and Saturday, respectively, for its home opening weekend against North Dakota. Photo from

[Photo] ‘It was really special’: Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey welcomes back fans for first time in almost two years

Cameron Levasseur, Staff Writer
October 26, 2021
"She's a really good libero, and she's taken on a lot of responsibility of a first-year," Quinnipiac volleyball head coach Kyle Robinson said about freshman libero Faavae Kimsel Moe. Photo from

[Photo] Quinnipiac volleyball soars over the Niagara Purple Eagles, winning 3-1

Benjamin Yeargin, Staff Writer
October 24, 2021
Multiple scrums unfolded on the ice during Quinnipiac's 3-1 loss to North Dakota on Saturday. Photo from

[Photo] No. 6 North Dakota gets payback against No. 7 Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey, downs Bobcats 3-1

Cameron Levasseur, Staff Writer
October 24, 2021
Students relieve their stress at the Car Smash charity event for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

[Photo] A smashing good time

David Matos and Krystal Miller
October 19, 2021
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[Photo] Midterm marks: From A to D, Sports Editor Riley Millette’s midseason grades are in

Riley Millette, Sports Editor
October 19, 2021
Junior outside hitter Aryanah Diaz has been the Bobcats' most versatile player, as she's second on the team in kills (181), third in assists (128) and second in aces (19). Photo from

[Photo] Set ’em up, knock ’em down: Chloe Ka’ahanui and Aryanah Diaz are leading the culture of greatness

Michael LaRocca, Staff Writer
October 19, 2021
The Bobcats led by as many as eight points against the Manhattan Jaspers in Sunday's 3-0 win. Photo from

[Photo] ‘Win or lose, I want us to be authentic:’ Quinnipiac volleyball improves to 6-14 with Manhattan Sunday sweep

Cameron Levasseur, Staff Writer
October 17, 2021
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[Photo] Don Toliver’s ‘Life of a Don’ falls flat despite stellar production

Riley Millette, Sports Editor
October 12, 2021
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[Photo] Time to watch Bond

Lachie Harvey, Staff Writer
October 12, 2021
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[Photo] All squid, no game: Korean Netflix series ‘Squid Game’ is a smash hit

Katie Langley, Copy Editor
October 12, 2021
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[Photo] The great celebrity gossip debate

Ashley Pelletier, Arts & Life Editor
October 12, 2021
The Bobcats tied one game and won one game at the Ice Breaker Tournament, boosting their national ranking from No. 9 to No. 8. Photo from

[Photo] Pete’s pond: No. 8 Quinnipiac men’s ice hockey team delivers on high expectations

Peter Piekarski, Associate Sports Editor
October 12, 2021
Sophomore goaltender Yaniv Perets replaced graduate student goalkeeper Dylan St. Cyr, who missed Saturday's game with an injury. Photo from

[Photo] Yaniv Perets secures first collegiate shutout in Quinnipiac men’s hockey victory

Peter Piekarski, Associate Sports Editor
October 9, 2021
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[Photo] Ice Breaker tournament opener ends in a tie for Quinnipiac men’s hockey

Peter Piekarski, Associate Sports Editor
October 8, 2021
Quinnipiac University School of Nursing announced that it would begin the discontinuation process for the nurse anesthesia program in June 2021.

[Photo] ‘A slap in the face:’ Quinnipiac nurse anesthesia program’s closure comes with unclear plan

Chatwan Mongkol, News Editor
October 5, 2021
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[Photo] Hate crimes and violence against women at Quinnipiac increased in 2020

Chatwan Mongkol, News Editor
October 5, 2021
The Bobcats broke their nine-game losing streak with a 3-2 overtime win against the Yale Bulldogs. Photo from

[Photo] Nine-game streak is over: QU field hockey beats Yale in overtime for first victory of 2021 season

Michael LaRocca, Staff Writer
October 3, 2021
The Quinnipiac field hockey team won its first game of the season in overtime on Sunday against Yale.

[Photo] Field hockey losing streak stretches to nine as QU drops home tilt to No. 12 Liberty

Keith Savage, Staff Writer
October 1, 2021
Going out in the snow with wet hair will not cause a cold, but it still isn't a great idea.

[Photo] The truth behind old wives’ tales

Emily Flamme, Managing Editor
September 28, 2021
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[Photo] Embrace being single

Ashley Pelletier, Arts & Life Editor
September 28, 2021
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