By Owen Woodward Stonehill is constantly coming up with new innovative and exciting ways to bring the college campus together. A recent new tradition being introduced by the Student Government Association is Purple Fridays. SGA has done a fantastic job at promoting this tradition, sending out weekly reminder emails for students to partake and check in with their instagram account @sga_stonehill for more updates on campus wide events, club spotlights, and reels of students par
By Lily Cogliano Non-parishables bought. Candles acquired. Ponchos put on. September 23 - September 29, Stonehill College campus went into a frenzy on preparing to survive this past Nor'easter. For all those non New Englanders; a Nore’easter is a powerful low pressure storm that strikes the East coast, known for its strong winds that blow from the Northeast off the Atlantic. These storms famously either go from 0-100, surprising everyone with the fierceness of it, or turn ou
By Christina Czechel This year's Family Weekend at Stonehill College will take place Friday, Oct. 16 through Sunday, October 18, giving students and their families a chance to experience campus life together. This year’s expanded schedule includes academic programs, athletics, entertainment, community service, and new activities that highlight Stonehill’s connection to the greater Easton community. Friday begins with several opportunities for families to explore the area and
By Annie Renz Photo Credit: @sga_stonehill on Instagram Stonehill's Student Government Association is opening its doors for the student body in a "Town Hall" fashion, giving students the chance to raise questions and concerns towards campus leadership. SGA meets weekly as an organization, but they're turning a couple of Monday meetings each semester into what they're calling a "Town Hall." At these designated meetings, SGA brings guest speakers from different departments aro
By Maya Traska On September 12th, 2026, at the age of 78, Reverend Thomas Gariepy, C.S.C. ‘70, passed away. Fr. Gariepy, C.S.C., made an impact at Stonehill College that extended far beyond the classroom. He encouraged students, supported colleagues, and helped strengthen the college community. His influence continues through the people he inspired. A Providence native and graduate of Attleboro High School, Rev. Gariepy attended Stonehill College from 1965 to 1970, earning a
By Kymani Greaves Students streamed into Martin Auditorium Sept. 30 to donate blood at an on-campus blood drive co-sponsored by Stonehill Health and Wellness and the Rhode Island Blood Center. "This was my first time donating blood; it was a light prick, very quick, nothing that would hurt that long," said junior Tessa Savard. The staff helped around four people at a time while people kept arriving. The American Red Cross reported there is a national blood supply crisis aft
By Preslee Welu The Stonehill College men's and women's cross-country teams have been making strides this season, showcasing the discipline, hard work, and perseverance that have become evident to the program's success. With impressive performances, strong upperclassman leadership, and high expectations for the upcoming NEC Championships, both teams are looking to make this season one to remember. Head coach Karen Boen, who has been coaching for 30 years, has expressed tremen
By Alex Guia The Stonehill women’s ice hockey team has opened their 2026–27 campaign, facing off against Syracuse and Boston College before starting NEWHA conference play. The team was selected to finish fourth in the 2026-27 New England Women's Hockey Alliance (NEWHA) Preseason Poll by the league's head coaches. It's the fourth consecutive season they've been projected for a top four finish. That matches the team's finish last season when they came in fourth in the NEWHA s
By Abby Newman This semester, the Sally Blaire Ames Sports Complex is undergoing equipment and set-up changes to its recreational gym. The Sports Complex was initially renovated back in 2015, with its most recent additions made in September of 2026, during the second cycle of add-ons to the gym. The latest additions to the Sports Complex include a new turf on the top floor of the gym with a sled, a cable machine, lateral machine, ropes, a kettle ball/weight station, yoga bal
By Sierra Benger As the new academic school year starts, the new Smoothie Bar at the Roche Dining Commons is drawing rave reviews from some students. Stonehill College’s Executive Chef Jeremy Weaver said the popular Smoothie Bar was launched due to student demand. “We listen, we act,” said Weaver. He said the Smoothie Bar followed feedback from “comment cards and surveys” completed by students. The Smoothie Bar offers unique options for students’ dining experience like person
By LilyBelle Cogliano The Hill is a beloved food location on the Stonehill campus for all the late diners out there. Whether it’s post-afternoon practice, night class, or you’re just not in the mood for whatever's being served at the dining hall, The Hill is a valued and essential spot for students. Lately, there's a new fixation amongst the hill lovers: The Chicken Wrap. If you like chicken, wraps, and a little nutrition in the mix, the chicken wrap is worth the meal swipe.
By Kaya DeAngelis Stonehill recently announced the 6.5 million dollar purchase of Easton Country Club, the 150-acre golf course 3.5 miles from campus. This property will house the Division 1 men’s and women’s golf teams, with men’s making their debut to Division 1 play in the 2026-2027 academic year. The rationale for this purchase was to “ expand academic and professional development opportunities…” and provide opportunities for hands-on coursework, internships, and student