Community College Credits at Pace
Katie Walsh, Feature Editor
October 12, 2019
It is not uncommon for students to enter their freshman year of college with credits from dual enrollment, Advanced Placement (AP) exams or a summer course. It is also not uncommon for students to continue taking a class or two during breaks like winter intersession or summer. Many students take s...
Advice from One International Student to Another
Akanksha Kashyap
October 5, 2019
Globalization is not restricted to companies moving abroad or investing in other countries. The 'Open Doors' study on international students states that the US economy has a $42.7 million contribution from international students. The numbers have been increasing rapidly every year. 2018 hit the skies,...
Lack of College Discounts for Pace Students on Metro-North Tickets
Stefano Ausenda, Distribution Manager/Opinion Editor
September 27, 2019
The Metro-North currently offers several discounted tickets for their passengers, including seniors, children, handicapped passengers, veterans and active military personnel, and for families traveling with up to four children other the age of 11. In addition to these discounts, as of July 2013, the...
Advice for Students Considering Studying Abroad
Stefano Ausenda, Distribution Manager/Opinion Editor
September 27, 2019
The stunning tranquility and resilience of ancient Rome, the still overwhelming power of the Catholic church, and centuries-old walls surrounding entire towns and cities, making them appear totally detached from the modern world. I experienced these things and countless others, all within five days of...
Avoiding the ‘Freshman 15’: Snacks that Love You Back
Katie Walsh, Feature Editor
September 21, 2019
It's only week 3 of the fall semester and students are already sick of eating the same things from Kessel, but they want to avoid spending their entire September budget on going out to eat or ordering take-out. Fortunately, Pace allows micro-fridges in dorm spaces, and there's also the op...
The American Student Debt Epidemic
Stefano Ausenda, Distribution Manager/Opinion Editor
September 21, 2019
According to a recent report, back in 1971, the average yearly tuition at a private nonprofit university in the United States cost just over $2800. $2800 back in 1971, adjusted for inflation, is equivalent to approximately $18,100 in 2019. Pace students, can you imagine if tuition here only cost you...
Note from the Editors: Article Retraction
Christina Bubba & Sequoia Cumming
September 15, 2019
Recently, the Pace Chronicle editorial staff reviewed and decided to take down an article that was published May 17, 2019. The article, Consensual Seduction or Cruel Intentions? An Investigation into a Sexual Assault Allegation on Pace’s Campus told a true story of sexual assault and brought a very i...
The Steady Progress of Pace Delivers
Stefano Ausenda, Distribution Manager/Opinion Editor
September 14, 2019
When I came to this campus in 2017, the student-run business, Pace Delivers, was one of the businesses struggling the most. They had cancelled their lunchtime runs due to lack of student interest, they were doing business with only two to three restaurants, and food was often delivered to students over...
Convocation: 2016 vs 2019
Stefano Ausenda, Distribution Manager/Opinion Editor
September 7, 2019
It was the day before the official start of the Fall 2016 semester at Pace’s New York City campus, and the RAs knocked on the doors of brand new freshmen as a reminder for them to prepare for the first time the entire class would meet together at the same event—and the last time until their commencement...
Pace Needs to Increase Amount of Outdoor Outlets
Katherine Walsh
May 4, 2019
With finals season upon us, students are sticking to their laptops and their textbooks to prepare for the year’s last assignments and exams. Although, the outdoor spaces and workplaces Pace offers are getting their use and many students can be seen taking their work outdoors, their time is limited...
It is very important for Pace to be cautious of weather predictions, as many students and professors commute. Safety and being overly prepared for the worst is always the best option. Read about commuter winter safety in the article by Riley Sosnowski. https://pacechronicle.com/feature/2019/12/08/commuter-safety-during-winter-season/
In town, Pleasantville has many places to get coffee. One place that stands out from the chains is The Black Cow Cafe. The warm and cozy atmosphere is perfect for stressed, cold and homesick college students. Full article by Caitlyn Cashman. https://pacechronicle.com/news/2019/12/08/black-cow/#photo
Unlike other places on campus that close early at the end of the semester, Mortola Library opens even longer (24/7) and is providing games, motivation, free food, and coffee as finals approach. Learn more in the article by Alexis Nieman. https://pacechronicle.com/showcase/2019/12/06/reap-the-benefits-of-finals-week-in-mortola/