Por: Natasha Arizmendi Editado por: Sofia Garcia Traducido por: Julie Vanegas Palabras: 581 4 minutos Un grupo diverso de mujeres que simboliza la unidad y la resiliencia. (Sahil Pal, Boddhi Tree Foundation) Los titulares nacionales sobre agresiones sexuales en los campus universitarios han generado indignación, preocupación, fuertes emociones y preguntas sobre nuestra seguridad como estudiantes. Cuando las noticias informan sobre acusaciones de violencia sexual que involucr

By: Natasha Arizmendi Edited by: Sofia Garcia Word Count: 581 4 minutes A diverse group of women symbolizing unity and resilience. (Sahil Pal, Boddhi Tree Foundation) National headlines about sexual assault on college campuses has surfaced rage, concern, strong emotions and questions regarding our safety as students. When allegations of sexual violence involving college students is on the news, many of us begin to question whether we are truly ever safe. Campuses are a plac

Por: Mayra Coyoy Traducido Por: Julie Vanegas Palabras: 667 5 minutos 8 segundos Mujer hispana joven mostrando su calcomania de “Yo voté” en un espacio de trabajo compartido (Grand River, Getty Images) Mientras los votantes de Maryland emiten sus votos por correo, durante la votación anticipada o en las urnas el 3 de noviembre de 2026, se les pedirá que se pronuncien sobre la Pregunta 3, una enmienda constitucional propuesta relacionada con la redistribución de los distritos

By: Mayra Coyoy Edited by: Nicole Vanegas Word Count: 667 Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes 8 seconds Young Hispanic woman displaying her I Voted sticker in a co-working space (Grand River, Getty Images) As Maryland voters cast their ballots by mail, during early voting, or at the polls on November 3, 2026, they will be asked to weigh in on Question 3, a proposed constitutional amendment on congressional redistricting. Early voting will run from October 22 through October 29, wh

Por: Mario Correa Bautista Jr Translated By: Julie Vanegas Recuento de palabras: 874 Tiempo Estimado de Lectura: 4min & 20 seg. Donald Trump (izquierda) y Zohran Mamdani (derecha) conversando uno al lado del otro (Brendan Smialowski, Getty Images) Hay demandas en curso mientras el presidente actual, Donald J. Trump, impone prohibiciones a determinados medios de comunicación dentro de los terrenos de la Casa Blanca. CNN, MS NOW y POLÍTICO han sido algunos de los medios afectad

By: Mario Correa Bautista Jr Edited By: Nicole Vanegas Word Count: 874 Estimated Read Time: 4mins & 20 seconds Donald Trump (left) and Zohran Mamdani (right) conversing next to each other (Brendan Smialowski, Getty Images) Lawsuits are in progress while current president Donald J. Trump issues bans on particular media sources on White House grounds. CNN, MS NOW, and POLITICO have been victims of these bans, bringing attention to the negative implications on Pool Coverage, cau

Por Mayra Coyoy Lectura: 8 minutos, 20 segundos Grupo de jóvenes formando un círculo y mirando sus teléfonos (Raul Ortin, Getty Images) Recientemente, me encontré viendo Netflix cuando apareció un rostro que había visto innumerables veces mientras miraba las redes sociales: Ash Trevino. Stephanie Soo, presentadora de la serie de Netflix The Rotten Files, eligió a Trevino como protagonista de su primer podcast en la plataforma. El episodio siguió el ascenso de la influencer a

By: Mayra Coyoy Word Count: 1,055 8 minutes 20 seconds Group of young people forming a circle and looking down at their phones (Raul Ortin, Getty Images) Recently, I found myself watching Netflix when I came across a face I had seen countless times while scrolling through social media: Ash Trevino. Stephanie Soo, the host of the Netflix series The Rotten Files, chose Trevino as the subject of her debut podcast on the platform. The episode followed the influencer's rise to not

By: Nayeli Alonzo Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 518 Estimated Reading Time: 2 Minutes “A roller coaster of emotions” is how Michelle Luna-Lopez describes her journey at Towson University. Luna-Lopez, who is graduating this May with a degree in computer information systems, has already secured a full-time position as a cybersecurity analyst at Booz Allen Hamilton after graduation. Although her postgraduation plans are set, her path throughout college was not always linear

By: Monica Ramos Flores Edited By: Andres Biera Word Count: 539 Estimated Read Time: 3 Minutes Starting off their college journey in 2020 was now graduating senior, Angel Hernandez. The First-Generation Mexican’s entire first year of higher education was online. So, instead of walking around campus, meeting his peers, and an average college experience, he had to do it through a screen. Though his sophomore year was back in-person, he felt his first day of class was his first

By: Jael Hernandez Edited By: Andres Biera Word Count: 496 Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes Haniel Lopez is a second-generation college student, whose journey through college is nothing short of impressive. Born in Texas, and having moved to Maryland at only a few months old, education was enforced in his household by his family. Haniel’s mother pursued a degree in computer science in her native Honduras, but wasn’t able to finish her schooling. His father dropped out of mi

By: Monica Ramos Flores Edited By Ariana Arias Word Count: 900 Estimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes Walking the stage in the next couple of weeks is Abigail Mendez, a first-generation student at Towson University majoring in sociology, anthropology and criminal justice with a minor in deaf studies. Let’s take a peek into her journey here at Towson University. Mendez came to Towson after her first choice being FIU (Florida International University). The question was not whether

By: Nayeli Alonzo Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 1,060 Estimated Reading Time: 4-5 Minutes Alexandra Blandon came to college with a clear goal: becoming the first Blandon to graduate from an American university. This spring, Blandon will walk proudly across that stage and achieve exactly that. Blandon will graduate with an anthropology and sociology degree with a concentration in criminal justice and a minor in political science. As a first-generation student, Blandon

By: Andres Biera Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 457 Estimating Reading Time: 3 Minutes When Angel Mejia first arrived at Towson University, he kept to himself. Like many first-generation students navigating college for the first time, he was still learning what it meant to find his place on campus. His routine was simple: go to class, do homework, eat, sleep and repeat. At the time, college felt more like something to get through than a community to fully experience. Bu

By: Sofia Garcia Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 1,020 Estimated Read Time: 4-5 Minutes Ariana Nohemi Pacas-Diaz would not change a thing about her undergraduate journey. Her devotion to her faith, her love for her family and her admiration for her sorority sisters were cornerstones that made her journey memorable. Not only did these cornerstones encourage her throughout her journey, but her motivation to build a bright future for herself kept her going. Pacas-Diaz strived

By: Sofía García Edited by: Ariana Arias Word Count: 520 Estimated Read Time: 2 minutes Kimberly Yupa-Cuzco is an Ecuadorian student leader who enjoys getting involved in extracurriculars. Facing challenges, joining clubs and finding community all played a role in her college journey. Yupa-Cuzco faced many challenges that are common among college students. She had a difficult time adjusting to being away from home, especially as the first of her siblings to attend college. Le

By: Monica Ramos Flores Edited By Ariana Arias Word Count: 750 Estimated Reading Time: 3 Minutes Jocelyn Herrera, a first-generation student at Towson University majoring in public health, is graduating this spring. She took some time to reflect on her journey, and here is what she had to say: For Herrera, choosing Towson University was an easy decision from the start. It was the first college she toured with her parents, which became a meaningful memory for both her and her

By: Andres Biera Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 537 Estimated Reading Time: 4 Minutes When Brayant Reyes first arrived at Towson University, he came with a clear goal: earn his education and prepare for law school. As a first-generation student, immigrant, Army veteran and nontraditional student, college was more than just the next step in his life. It was a dream built on discipline, sacrifice and the hope of creating a better future for himself, his family and his comm

By: Coenia Sanchez Edited by Ariana Arias Word Count: 1,060 Estimated Reading Time: 4-5 Minutes The start of Alana Fithian-Wilson’s journey at Towson University was fueled by her eagerness to get involved on campus and be a part of the campus community. She came into her freshman year starting as an FYE leader, working as a CCA, and getting involved with SGA. In the second semester of her freshman year, she joined clubs such as Pasión and was always looking for different ways

By Jael Hernandez Word Count: 2123 Estimated Read Time: 8-9 minutes (Top) Cris Esqueda / Golden Boy Promotions (Bottom left) Ed Mulholland/Zuffa LLC (Bottom Center) Candice Ward/AP (Bottom Right) FC Bayern. Collage by Jael Hernandez The past week has been an eventful one. From Fernando Mendoza going #1 overall in this year’s NFL draft to a 9-goal thriller between European giants, to a Saturday full of combat. Combat This Week David Benavidez vs Gilberto Ramirez THE MONSTER I