Photo Credit: PSAC https://open.spotify.com/episode/4QLypZ6qkyyU01nANuFMpg?si=0uTYhEO5SmG_7-PtQq8ylg&dl_branch=1 Bloomsburg Huskies Football Coach Frank Sheptock was hired on December 20th, 2019. 624 days later, Coach Sheptock will finally coach his first game...
Breaking: BU completely terminates Greek life system after student death
*Editor Update: Several developments have occurred since this story was originally published. On Thursday afternoon May 13, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported the Montour County Coroner noted, "nothing nefarious was involved. We are looking at a potential undiagnosed...
Full-Time = No Time
It is extremely common for students to keep a job while being a full-time student in college. Expenses begin to pile up between apartments, books, food and partaking in social activities. I, myself, am a full-time student who has to work continuously during the school...
The Struggles of ‘Zoom University’
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected billions of people across the globe. Life has changed greatly when we look back at the time before the pandemic. One of the biggest adjustments we have had as a society is the adjustment to living in a virtual world. Through this new...
Donate to the BUnow Scholarship fund
BUnow, Bloomsburg University's student-run news and media site, is accepting donations for its second annual BUnow Scholarship Awards. Four students will each receive $250 or more, depending on how much money the fundraising campaign brings. Molly Nesselrodt, managing...
Digital display of ‘not yours — get uncomfortable’
This one came over me in a wave. The idea crashed on me and I just could not stop thinking about it and itching each day I wasn't in the studio to get back in and continue the progress on it. Working with fibers made for this area of focus, around female energy and...
BU to hold student remembrance service tonight, April 19
BLOOMSBURG, Pa. — Bloomsburg University will hold a remembrance service for five students who have passed away between January 2020 and January 2021. Beginning at 5:30 p.m., the memorial event is open to any member of the BU community, as well as loved ones of the...
Opinion: Removal of art piece shows Bloomsburg is outraged about the wrong things
*Author's note: The featured image above shows Bloomsburg University student and artist Kasey Halbleib setting up her exhibit in the Greenly Center in March. Credit: The Gallery at Greenly Center Facebook page. The views in this piece are my own, and I firmly stand by...
Studying for Dummies!
These will have you on your way to obtaining an A+…
Religious protestors cause commotion on campus
Around noon on Thursday, March 11, a group of conservative Christian protestors held signs in front of the Warren Student Services Center. The demonstrators held signs preaching a traditionalist view of the role of women, saying that women "belong in the kitchen," and...
BU announces ‘full-time, in-person Fall 2021 semester’
BLOOMSBURG, Pa. — This afternoon, students received an email from Bloomsburg University President, Dr. Bashar Hanna, stating plans for an in-person fall semester. He writes: "I am excited to announce that Bloomsburg University plans to return to a full-time,...
Media & Journalism Department launches new PR Minor
To accompany its new name, the Bloomsburg University Media & Journalism department (formerly known as Mass Communications) is offering a new minor in Public Relations. This program expansion was a result of collaboration between Dr. Kristie Byrum, Dr. Richard...
BU President addresses past, COVID-19 decisions, harassment allegations and more
President Hanna’s words trembled as he painted the picture of the bullying he suffered after immigrating to the United States. From simple beginnings to now, Dr. Hanna has faced an array of challenges that have affected how he leads the university and his life. Hanna...
COVID on campus: 10 students with confirmed cases
On Aug. 17, Bloomsburg University began its fall semester in person and online. On Aug. 18, the university confirmed its first off-campus case of COVID-19. In an email addressed to BU students, the university claimed to be sanitizing all areas that the student visited...
BU cancels in-person commencement, will host virtual ceremony instead
Virtual---not in-person---graduation ceremonies will be held on Aug. 7 in accordance with the Commonwealth's phased reopening, announced Dr. Bashar Hanna, Bloomsburg University President, in an email to spring and summer 2020 graduates. The decision to cancel...
Uncertainty in the Fall: What a Bloomsburg semester may look like
A task force led by Dr. Diana Rogers-Adkinson, Bloomsburg University Provost, has been evaluating possible scenarios for a return to campus in the fall. With many options on the table, the biggest takeaway is uncertainty, and BU is getting ready for anything to...
Pass/Fail: All You Need to Know!
*Editor's note: The following information was obtained from Bloomsburg University's PDF on pass/fail protocol for the Spring 2020 *COVID-19* semester. Your questions can likely be answered here! Below is a series of Frequently Asked Questions and their associated...
The Boring Room Film Challenge; Blooming Studios Makes a Comeback
Blooming Studios had a lot of plans for 2020, but unfortunately, COVID-19 ruined everything. But do not worry fellow viewers, Blooming Studios will be active in the fall of 2020 with a new exec board! Michael Lamberti and Michael Innamorato started Blooming Studios...
Students’ Financial Fears in Uncertain Coronavirus Times
Students have been engaging in online study for the last month since Bloomsburg University announced canceling all classes and activities, including work-study and on-campus student jobs following the BU administration and governmental rules related to COVID-19. For...
Huskies Helping the Local Community
BLOOMSBURG – With over 160 COVID-19 cases in Columbia County, Bloomsburg University continues to help the community during the pandemic. BU Director of Media Relations and Content Strategy, Tom...
Block Party: Welcome to Online Party Time
This week, Bloomsburg Police released a new warning. They will break up groups of more than 10 people staying in the same place because of the new social distancing policies. The warning was released to prevent Block Party from being organized. Block Party is a yearly...
Welcome to Zoomsburg! The Transition to Online Learning
BLOOMSBURG – “Zoomsburg University” is the new norm for Bloomsburg University students as they transition into online learning. COVID-19 is affecting people worldwide. According to an article by the New York Times, “Nearly four billion people on the...
Tips for online college learning
With the majority of high schools and colleges moving to online classes, many students will be studying online from home. This is new for many students, parents and even instructors. It can create a lot of uncertainty and anxiety when thinking about how your classes,...
Introducing the BUnow Scholarship Award!
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania is adding a new scholarship for anyone involved with BUnow! The BUnow Scholarship Award will recognize at least four students every year who have contributed to BUnow in any way. The award is $1,000. There is also a crowdfunding...
BU moves to online classes until April 6
Bloomsburg University sent an email to students, faculty, and staff announcing that all classes will be delivered online, among other updates. All updates can be found on the university website. Classes will be delivered online from March 23 to at least April 6 to...