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Breaking Cycles: How Bryanna Flores Found Her Purpose
Samuel Wenck For Bryanna Flores, the term “hard worker” is a gross underestimate of her capabilities and work ethic. Maintaining an impressive GPA while working simultaneously during the school year, Flores has continued to prove her strong sense of self-worth with an unwavering mental. One that she hopes she can use to help others in the future. Being a first-generation student, Flores has struggled in the past with expectations and questions surrounding her major. H
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Dec 11, 20252 min read


Co-founder and VP of La Voz Latina proves herself while facing adversity
Sofía García Photo Credit: TU Mass Communication Department Deysi Granados Rivas is a Salvadoran first generation student who faced adversity and successfully pursued her dream career in Public Relations. She proved herself by becoming an executive officer for numerous student organizations, including La Voz Latina. Deysi transferred to Towson University after attending prince george’s community college. This made for a difficult adjustment as she was accustomed to attending
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Dec 11, 20253 min read


From First Drop to Final Loop
Mayra Coyoy Photographed by Tiffany Sanchez If Towson University had a theme park, Katherine Avlos would be the student who knew exactly when to raise her hands, hold on tight, and simply enjoy the view. For her, college was not just about classes and deadlines; it was a transformative journey full of ups and downs, surprises, and defining moments that shaped who she is today. Before stepping onto campus, Katherine envisioned her future blending stability with creativity. Nur
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Dec 11, 20253 min read


From Trying Out to Finding His Path
Monica Ramos Flores Photo Credit: Towson University Mass Communication Department From coming in as a First-Generation student, all that came in between, to a senior who will be graduating in a couple of weeks. Theo Velásquez-Arrega can recall his time at Towson University as a “tryout” for the real world. Hailing from the Eastern Shore Md., Theo came into Towson unaware with what to expect. He got into every school he applied to. What made him choose Towson? Prior to choosin
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Dec 11, 20253 min read


This Week in Sportsball (11/9//25 - 11/20/25)
By Jael Hernandez Photo Caption: Islam Makhachev makes history as the 11th UFC fighter to be a champion in two weight divisions at UFC 322. But on the same card, two welterweights also make a statement to be the next to challenge for a title shot. Photo Caption: Islam Makhachev makes history as the 11th UFC fighter to be a champion in two weight divisions at UFC 322. But on the same card, two welterweights also make a statement to be the next to challenge for a title shot. We
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Nov 24, 20255 min read


The Name is Mamdani, M-A-M-D-A-N-I
Ian Lanthrop: A Mandate for Change and Affordability: A New Era for Democratic Leadership A Mandate for Change Photo Credit: Reuters In a historic campaign, democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani won the NYC mayoral election. Running on a platform of affordability and equality, Zohran’s victory marks the return of populism on the left. This election thoroughly shook the democratic establishment, and only time will tell how his victory will influence the party moving forward. “Ne
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Nov 19, 20253 min read


Los Dodgers pueden haber ganado la Serie Mundial, pero han perdido la confianza de sus aficionados.
Por Andrea Cacciuttolo Image source: LA Times Ganar una Serie Mundial es la meta que todo equipo se propone al inicio de la temporada. Para los contendientes, jugar en octubre no solo es motivo de elogio: es una expectativa. Pero para los Dodgers de Los Ángeles, ganar su novena Serie Mundial viene acompañado de más emociones encontradas que de euforia debido a las recientes controversias con las redadas de ICE en Los Ángeles. Desde agosto, ha habido protestas en el área de Lo
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Nov 19, 20253 min read


The Dodgers may have won the World Series, but they’ve lost the trust of their fans.
By Andrea Cacciuttolo Image source: LA Times Winning a World Series is the goal every team sets to accomplish at the beginning of their season. For contenders, to play in October is not only praised: it’s expected. But for the Los Angeles Dodgers, winning their ninth World Series comes with more mixed emotions than euphoria due to the recent controversies with ICE raids in Los Angeles. Dating all the way back to August, there have been protests throughout the LA area about t
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Nov 17, 20253 min read


Legends That Live On: Latin American Folklore You May Not Know About
Monica Ramos Flores Caption: La Llorona Photo Credit: @ jlauser.art on instagram Every culture has its own folktales, and the Latin American region has many to name. The ones that may come to mind are perhaps popular ones like La Llorona and El Cucuy , but the region is rich in so many other legends, sometimes with varying differences. Despite the spooky season officially being over, these folktales live on regardless of time. These stories have been passed down from gener
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Nov 12, 20256 min read


From the stage to the State: How the Agua Marina Shooting Shook Peru’s Politics
Mayra Coyoy Protest against the election of the new Peruvian President, José Jerí , Lima, October 12, 2025 Photo Credit: Angela Ponce/ Reuters A recent shooting at a concert by the Cumbia band, Agua Marina , in Lima has drawn national attention to Peru’s growing problem of organized crime and extortion. The incident, which left five people injured, is believed to be linked to criminal groups that target musicians, business owners, and transport operators across the country.
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Oct 21, 20252 min read


Center for Student Diversity Director Dr. Keiwana Perryman Amplifies Student Voices Through Storytelling
By: Ian Lathrop The Center for Student Diversity’s (CSD) mission, as expressed by its director, Dr. Keiwana Perryman, is to “provide advocacy, support, and inclusive spaces where students can affirm their intersecting identities, build community, and expand their worldview.” She shared that they achieve this “through educational programming, cultural excursions, and shared experiences- often centered around food and storytelling.” Storytelling is essential to both Dr. Perryma
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Oct 13, 20254 min read


Alcatraz de los Caimanes: Cientos de Detenidos Desaparecen de las Bases de Datos en Línea
Por: Mayra Coyoy Recuento de Palabras: 435Tiempo Estimado de Lectura: 2 minutos Una vista aérea del antiguo centro de detención de...
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Oct 6, 20253 min read


Shooting at Texas’s ICE Facility
By: Litzzy Romero Word Count: 365 Estimated Read Time: 2-3 minutes Photo Credit: (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) https://abcnews.go.com/US/multi...
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Oct 6, 20252 min read


This Week in Sportsball (9/25/25 - 10/3/25)
By Jael Hernandez Word Count: 1693 Estimated Read Time: 8 minutes Photo Credit: Davis Long/Yahoo Sports Caption: October baseball is...
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Oct 6, 20257 min read


Lacking in Representation: The Absence of Latine Professors at Towson University’s Spanish Department
Theo Velásquez-Arreage and Sofía García Word count: 1,325 Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes Towson University’s College of Liberal Arts,...
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Oct 6, 20256 min read


International Laws on Trial: Gaza and the World
Anonymous Staff Writer Word Count: 719 Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes Israeli airstrike destroys a building at the Bureij camp for...
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Oct 6, 20254 min read


Alligator Alcatraz: Hundreds of Detainees Vanish from Online Databases
By: Mayra Coyoy Word Count: 435 Estimated Read Time: 2 mins An aerial view of former migrant detention center, known as “Alligator...
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Oct 3, 20253 min read
Bomb Threats Disrupt Towson, Morgan State, and Delaware State
Towson University was evacuated Tuesday morning after a bomb threat at the University Union. Within the hour, Morgan State and Delaware...
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Oct 1, 20253 min read


Bad Bunny’s 27 Nominations Signal a New Era for Latin Music
Mayra Coyoy Word Count: 639 Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes Caption: Bad Bunny waving a flag of Puerto Rico during a demonstration in San...
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Sep 29, 20253 min read


This Week in Sportsball (9/18/25 - 9/25/25)
By Jael Hernandez Word Count: 1742 Estimated Read Time: 7-8 minutes Paris Saint-Germain’s Ousmane Dembele wins his first Ballon D’or and...
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Sep 29, 20257 min read
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