By Rachel Houng An unfamiliar face hops off the E train exactly a week before classes commence. Like hundreds of other freshmen, this student had just graduated from high school with an impressive resume, essays that embodied individuality, and admirable grades that earned them an acceptance into the Macaulay Honors program. As this mysterious individual […]
Author: Laila Mansour
Macaulay Students Spend a Rainy Day at the Yankees Game
Braving a colossal downpour and fall winds, Macaulay students gathered at Yankee Stadium on Saturday, September 28 to watch the second of a three-game series versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Students sat directly behind the foul zone with a clear view of the outfield. A home run by Yasmani Grandal in the second inning brought the […]
Student Engagement at Macaulay Central is on the Decline: Can We Fix It?
The Macaulay building, or Macaulay central as it is colloquially referred to by students and faculty, stands on West 67th Street, just a block away from Central Park. The closest campus, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, is only a 15-minute walk away. In contrast, the farthest campus, the College of Staten Island, is an […]
Inside the Yankees’ 2024 Season: Can They Reclaim the Championship?
Triumphs, Tribulations, and the Road Ahead By Roma Garcia The Yankees’ 2024 Season has been eventful, with Aaron Judge’s home runs, Ben Rice making Yankee rookie history, and a brawl breaking out in a match against the Baltimore Orioles. The Yankees have a reputation as one of the best Major League teams in American professional […]
Chappell Roan: The Midwest Princess’ Rise to Pop Star
Your favorite artist’s favorite artist By Roma Garcia What is it about Chappell Roan? She has recently made a name for herself in the music industry with people falling in love with her seemingly overnight, myself included. But what set Chappell Roan apart from other artists and caused this femininomenon? A major factor in Roan’s […]
The Impact of CUNY Budget Cuts on Student Life at Macaulay
Student life at CUNY is facing a new threat: outside funding is on a steady decline. Since its establishment in 1961, the City University of New York (CUNY) has been known for its accessible, high-quality education. In fact, up until a financial crisis in 1976, CUNY had granted free tuition to its students. In 2023, […]
Check-Mates
Club Macaulay is always bustling with posts about upcoming events and opportunities for involvement for the Macaulay community. A particularly exciting event that occurred on January 28th was an inter-collegiate chess tournament hosted at Macaulay Central by Macaulay’s very own Chess Club. Headed by co-presidents Benjamin Botnik and Andrii Shypachov, Chess Club strives to bring […]