Photos By Kristina Kaufmann & Brandon Chase
Mourning the loss of basketball star
Zac Vierra – Co-Editor-in-Chief
When walking across the Lasell campus Sean Bertanza didn’t look like a star basketball player. Usually wearing sweatpants, his New York Yankee beanie, and sporting a lumberjack-like beard he looked more like a homeless man than the captain of the men’s hoops team.
He also didn’t act like the star. He wasn’t arrogant and he didn’t brag. Instead he was just Sean: a laid back prankster who always had fun and made time for everyone who was important in his life.
Bertanza passed away peacefully last December at the age of 22. He was only months away from graduating. Continue reading “Mourning the loss of basketball star”
Seth Millman weighs in, looks back, pushes forward
Natalie Kfoury – Co-Editor-in-Chief
Seth Millman, sophomore Graphic Design major, sits down in Valentine Dining Hall for breakfast. This time last year, his plate would’ve been filled with bacon, home fries, and bagels with a glass of sugary juice by its side. He would have eaten that plate quickly, and returned to the counters for seconds, maybe even thirds.
But not this year. Not today. Continue reading “Seth Millman weighs in, looks back, pushes forward”
The Best of D.C.
Casey O’Brien – Washington Correspondent
As my time in Washington comes to a close, I look back on my whole experience and everything I’ve learned while I’ve been here. I’ve been able to have some amazing opportunities, things I don’t think I could have had at another internship or out of D.C. Continue reading “The Best of D.C.”
Midnight party at the White House
Casey O’Brien – Washington Correspondent
Now the election is over and you’re either feeling ecstatic or upset with the way things turned out. I was nervous for the outcome because it was projected to be so close. My favorite part of the election wasn’t the debates, the campaign ads, or even the things I learned about. It was my ability to vote, and the experience I had on Election Night. Continue reading “Midnight party at the White House”
Servicing students for career success
Michelle Burke – Copy Editor
The Office of Career Services is available to help prepare students for any job or internship. The office, located on the second floor in Edwards Student Center, is open by appointment and select drop-in hours every weekday. Career counselors, Sallyann Kakas and Kelly Buckley, are encouraging all students to utilize the office to its full advantage. Continue reading “Servicing students for career success”
Students return to Ecuador for Winter break
Caitlin Fitzgerald – 1851 Staff
While most Lasell students will relax at home during winter break, 11 will travel to Ecuador for one week – but not for a vacation. Instead these students are donating their time to help out the Ecuadorian community. They will represent Lasell and the “Shoulder-to-Shoulder” program by working with community experts to help improve the environment. Leading them will be Aaron Toffler, a professor of environmental studies and co-leader Amy Greene, assistant director of the Center for Community-Based Learning. Continue reading “Students return to Ecuador for Winter break”
Talk of Ages promotes timeless discussion
Kristina Kaufmann and Kayli Hertel – Photo Editor and 1851 Staff
“We all think we can’t make a difference, yes we can,” said actress Kaiulani Lee at the Talk of Ages, “A Sense of Wonder” event on Friday, November 9, in Rosen Auditorium. The event was centered on bringing recognition to Rachel Carson, an influential author and environmental activist. The event focused on Carson’s novel, Silent Spring, which reflected on the chemical industry’s use of pesticides and America’s contemporary environmental movement. Continue reading “Talk of Ages promotes timeless discussion”
