Students discuss goals for after spring break
Shamaine Ware, Contributing Writer
March 18, 2019
Students on campus shared how they plan to finish the last 6 weeks of the semester. Demetria Joiner, a junior majoring in management, said her goals for the rest of the semester are to finish her classes, go to work and complete all of her extracurricular activities. “I plan on meeting my academi...
Here’s my ‘bad decision’ from spring break
Karena Ozier, Columnist
March 18, 2019
Now that spring break has come and passed, college students are left to reflect on the decisions that they’ve made. Some good… And most, not. My bad decision was not intentional. The much anticipated 12-hour drive back from my spring break destination in Texas proved to be quite a challenge. All al...
Editorial: Break is already over; time to hustle
Staff Editorial
March 17, 2019
The age-old battle students everywhere face has come upon us Sunday, into Monday, and standing your ground is the only way to combat the opponent. St. Patrick’s Day and spring break are fresh in everyone’s mind still, though both are now thoughts in the past. Even though they are in the past now...
Students unload, reflect after spring break week
Katelyn Eddington, Contributing Writer
March 17, 2019
Eastern students coming back from spring break found time to relax, be adventurous and prepare for the final stretch of the semester. Dymine Dorsey, an Andrews resident and desk assistant and senior English major, said she went to New Orleans a week after Mardi Gras with two friends. Dorsey and her fr...
Editorial: Recharge, but stay prepared on break
Staff Editorial
March 7, 2019
The long week of assignments, last-minute chores and packing before leaving Charleston has left many of us students sleep-deprived and ready for a week of fun. For some, spring break has already started. For many of us, we’re almost there. The Editorial staff members at The Daily Eastern News ha...
Students share intentions for the upcoming spring break
Austen Brown, Staff Reporter
March 7, 2019
Spring break is finally here, and Eastern’s students share their intentions for the upcoming week-long break from classes. Some students plan on going back home to visit with family while others have plans to leave the state and go on trips. Senior psychology major Nick Bamert belonged to the...
What to know before leaving for spring break
Valentina Vargas, Multicultural Reporter
March 6, 2019
• Residence Halls and Greek Court will close except for Lincoln, Stevenson, Douglas and Thomas Halls on Friday, March 8 at 8 p.m. • The Residence Halls and Greek Court will re-open on Sunday, March 17 at 1 p.m. • All residents in Residence Halls and Greek Court have a checklist to complet...
40 students to spend spring break giving back
Maria Ruettiger
March 6, 2019
Spring break starts March 11, and this is usually a time for people to take a break from school and enjoy their free time. However, the Newman Catholic Center has “alternative” spring break plans that involve helping others. Doris Nordin, campus minister at the Newman Catholic Center, said Alternative Spring B...
A long drive for a short spring break
Karena Ozier, Columnist
March 5, 2019
Spring break is getting closer, and with it are travel plans. I have been planning to go to Texas for the first few days of my spring break to spend some time with my boyfriend who is there for the Air Force. For the remainder of my break, after my trip, I plan on working or relaxing. It’s not just...
Students look forward to Spring Break
Andrew Paisley, Campus Reporter
March 7, 2018
As the first half of the semester comes to a close, students are excited for spring break and the activities they plan to take part in. Kelli Slagel, a junior elementary education major, plans to spend her break at home with family and friends. “I know my mom is planning to do a lot of activities...
Class is still in session; don’t clock out yet
Staff Editorial
March 6, 2018
It is so close we can almost taste it. Spring break. But before we can jump for joy, pack our bags and leave our lives at school behind to take a break from the ever-looming pressure, loads of homework and sense of responsibility, we still have a few days separating us from this escape. And...
