The Award Winning Newspaper Of Pace University

THE PACE CHRONICLE
The Award Winning Newspaper Of Pace University

THE PACE CHRONICLE
The Award Winning Newspaper Of Pace University

THE PACE CHRONICLE
Katie Walsh

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor

Katherine (Katie) Walsh is a junior double major in digital journalism and public relations. In addition, she is attaining a minor in sports media and broadcasting. Katie is the current Managing Editor of The Pace Chronicle and Interim President of the Entrance One PR Agency club on campus. Walsh also serves as an editor for College Gym News and assists with social media/ email response. She is a current public relations intern at Magas Media Consultants LLC. Katie is also a USA Hockey Certified Level 2 coach. She works as an Assistant Coach for Western Youth Colonials Hockey Association (WYCHA) 10u and 8u teams, and the New York Rangers Girls Hockey League Program. In her spare time, she enjoys dancing, cooking, sports and hanging out with her family and friends. 

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Campus will be more lively in the fall with more in-person classes and required vaccinations for students, staff and faculty. However, not everything will return to normal.

Normalcy… Not Quite Yet? 

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
August 26, 2021
Zoom machines are one of the many ways classes have been taught this semester. Due to the challenges students have faced with remote learning, Pace is adopting the pass/fail option for Spring 2021.

Pace gives students Pass/Fail option for Spring 2021

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
April 6, 2021
Lewis’ first experience abroad was at Loyola University in Baltimore. She graduated from the university with her masters in Clinical Psychology in 2017.

Setter Stories: Lewis furthers her education through achieving multiple diplomas at different institutions

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 24, 2021
The 2020 program for the academic achievement award included musical performances, an appearance from the provost and the distribution of awards to students.

[Photo] Annual Academic Achievement Banquet to see Adaptation in Light of the Pandemic

Emily Teixeira
February 15, 2021
Pace has released the 2021-2022 academic calendar on its website.

Pace to start after Labor Day for 2021-2022 academic year

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 9, 2021
Despite guidelines in place to avoid the spread of COVID-19, it is ultimately up to the campus community to keep Pace safe.

25 residential students test positive

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 7, 2021
Pace reveals new university branding

Pace reveals new university branding

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
January 25, 2021
When students log onto the new learning management system, this is what their home page will appear as.

[Photo] Spring Semester Brings a Full Transition to Classes

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
January 14, 2021
Last year COVID-19 forced students to evacuate campus prior to the bloom of Spring.

The Pace Chronicle: A Year in Review

Sequoia Cumming and Katie Walsh
December 30, 2020
COVID-19 precautions has led to new campus layouts and flexibility for transitioning modalities.

Pace promotes flexibility in spring preparation

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 27, 2020
With the announcement of fully moving to remote learning, only Grubhub and grab-and-go options will be available in Kessel.

Pace to go fully remote as of Thursday November 19

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 18, 2020
Pace is running on a mix of hybrid, in-person and remote courses. Many students are completing the semester through remote learning exclusively. The different learning environment and COVID-19 challenges has led to students demanding for pass/fail options for the Fall 2020.

Pace to give students option to accept pass/fail

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 18, 2020

PLV reports increase of COVID-19 cases

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 13, 2020
President Marvin Krislov was apart of The Steve Fund task force this summer which focused upon the mental health and well-being of students of color.

Krislov takes part in mental health task force

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 29, 2020
During the summer, the calendar committee presented various calendar options and combinations to the university to prioritize student, staff and faculty health during the semester.

COVID-19 concerns eliminate 2021 spring break

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 5, 2020
On Oct. 1. all students who choose to quarantine in Alumni Hall were given nasal COVID-19 tests by the Westchester County DOH.

15 more COVID-19 positives announced on PLV campus.

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 2, 2020
Campus will be more lively in the fall with more in-person classes and required vaccinations for students, staff and faculty. However, not everything will return to normal.

COVID-19 cases continue to climb

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
September 28, 2020
Abigail Hannah Taylor, sophomore, received an apple and an orange for breakfast on Sep. 25. Hannah also has an allergen to apples.

College students publicize disappointment with quarantine meals

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
September 27, 2020
Campus will be more lively in the fall with more in-person classes and required vaccinations for students, staff and faculty. However, not everything will return to normal.

Alumni Hall Residents to Quarantine for 2 weeks

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
September 25, 2020
Campus will be more lively in the fall with more in-person classes and required vaccinations for students, staff and faculty. However, not everything will return to normal.

[Photo] Randomized testing begins, Campuses to be treated separately

Emily Teixeira
September 12, 2020
Ariana Stoddard says she has attended her Writing for Advertising class in-person with Associate Professor Jennifer Magas. Pace is running on a mix of hybrid, in-person and remote courses. However, all faculty members are prepared to switch to fully remote if guidelines and transmission rates require it.

Pace reports COVID-19 positives; University launches COVID-19 dashboard

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
September 3, 2020
Taylor Ganis, student keeper and president of the nature club, has been vocal about saving the animals on social media.

Students push for the animals to remain; Pace reflects on farm impact

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
September 2, 2020

Pace insurance company switch marks confusion

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
August 25, 2020
COVID-19 precautions has led to new campus layouts and flexibility for transitioning modalities.

[Photo] Students to navigate new campus layout

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
August 20, 2020
Dyson hosts Zoom session with Students and Parents

Dyson hosts Zoom session with Students and Parents

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
August 12, 2020
Pace held the second zoom community briefing for students and families. The panel consisted of the President/Provost, Dean for students and members of the universities Covid-19 Task Force

Pace requiring all students to get COVID-19 tested

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
July 21, 2020
Campus will be brought to life with students, staff and faculty in August. However, face coverings, social distancing and other guidelines will be put into place, due to the spread of COVID-19.

Pace delays release of class modalities to week of July 27th

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
July 14, 2020
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[Photo] So, what’s the deal with fall housing?

Emily Teixeira
July 11, 2020
Pace will be opening their campus back-up for the Fall, but there will be new regulations and requirements to protect the safety and health of all students, staff and faculty.

Pace returns with different learning modalities for classes

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
July 2, 2020

COVID-19 task force explains social distancing on campus in Staff/Faculty community briefing

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
June 25, 2020
With the COVID-19 regulations, classes in the fall will likely be a mix of all three of these options.

The results are in: The Chronicle Fall 2020 Student Survey results indicate how Setters truly feel

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
June 24, 2020

Default Report: Fall 2020 campus return survey results

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
June 24, 2020
Pace students, staff and faculty have taken the past few weeks to remember Professor James Castagna

Remembering Professor James Castagna

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
June 23, 2020
Pace will be opening their campus back-up for the Fall, but there will be new regulations and requirements to protect the safety and health of all students, staff and faculty.

Pace to start semester August 24th, Residential Move-in will begin August 14th

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
June 22, 2020
The Faculty Handbook is a guiding document that faculty looks upon to ensure they are being granted fairness amongst all aspects of the university.

Faculty Council explores COVID-19 impacts

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
June 13, 2020
Pace hosted the first zoom informational session regarding how the university will be handling COVID-19 in the fall.

Pace hosts Zoom meeting with Students and Parents

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
June 11, 2020
Pace may be turning on the lights for campus start earlier than expected.

Pace considering early start to the semester

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
May 27, 2020
Aerial view of Ithaca College.

Ithaca College first of NY schools to announce delayed start for Fall

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
May 18, 2020

Pace explores options for the fall semester

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
May 10, 2020
Pace implements hiring and salary freeze

Pace implements hiring and salary freeze

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
May 4, 2020
The Schedule Explorer on the Pace Portal is where students can find all the course offerings for the following semester.

Uncertainty provides challenges for fall 2020 registration

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
April 24, 2020
Last year COVID-19 forced students to evacuate campus prior to the bloom of Spring.

President Krislov’s second virtual town hall

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
April 16, 2020
Decker took this picture after she successfully completed the Disney College Program training and received her official badge.

Decker’s Disney Dream

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
April 18, 2020

Pace looking for community support

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
April 10, 2020
Pace University administration hosted a town call for the graduating class of 2020, co-led by university president Marvin Krislov.

President Krislov is hopeful for fall 2020 return

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
April 5, 2020
This was the screen viewers saw who attended the Zoom live town hall with President Krislov.

Summary of President Krislov’s Town Hall

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
April 2, 2020
President Krislov speaks at a pre-pandemic event.

President Krislov to host Zoom Meeting

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
March 30, 2020
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Keys to staying productive during virtual learning

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
March 29, 2020
Dark and empty resident halls after majority of residents moved off campus.

Pace puts a pause on residential move-out

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
March 23, 2020
For now, the PLV campus will remain primarily quiet as students and non-essential faculty will be working from home.

Patience for all during this transition time

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
March 22, 2020
Pace sent an email confirming two students tested positive for COVID-19.

2 students test positive for COVID-19

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
March 19, 2020
Danroy "DJ" Henry's name is in the running for a school to be named after him. Photo Courtesy of Pace.Edu

DJ Henry’s name becomes candidate for new school

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
March 8, 2020
Dana Cadman, lecturer, was approached by Assistant Professor Robert Mundy with the idea to create a podcast that highlights the creativity of students.

English Department to launch a podcast

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
March 6, 2020
Mary Baglivo is utilizing her past experiences to help build Pace reputation through her leadership skills. " I like to think of myself as a leader who is interested in hearing point of views and ideas of many members of the team and larger university environment. And being able to take into consideration all those options," stated Baglivo.

Pace hires a new Chief Marketing Officer and VP for University Relations

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 29, 2020
Marks Hall is home to the welcome center and used to be the first impression future Setters saw on the Pace Pleasantville campus. However due to COVID-19, many tours are conducted over zoom or in a drive-thru format.

Pace launches opportunity for prospective students to become “A Setter for a day”

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 28, 2020
Pace Talks becomes a new campus tradition

Pace Talks becomes a new campus tradition

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 22, 2020
The laundry service helps keep adults with disabilities employed.

A new laundry service that gives back

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 22, 2020

Student businesses initiate changes for spring

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 9, 2020
President Krislov speaks at a pre-pandemic event.

Krislov marks success and looks to one strong future for Pace

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
February 3, 2020
Heather Heckle opened-up her view of the world to the rest of society by visualizing the way she sees the world through art. Although, Heckel used to be self-conscious about her eyesight, she has chosen to embrace it with confidence.

Heckel showcases her vision through art

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
January 31, 2020
One of the new changes provided for the Spring Semester is the change to Boars Head at the deli station.

Vendor changes for Chartwells campus dining

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
January 31, 2020
As the holidays approach, Setter are leaving campus for break earlier than normal withe unknown future still ahead.

Relax, rewind and refresh over winter break

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
December 15, 2019
Erika Berger's trip to Australia was paid for by AIME. Throughout her trip she met with the CEO, other hooded scholars and mentored a few students.

AIME to be fully established by Fall 2020

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
December 7, 2019
The Writing Center is located in Miller 13. Students will be working 1 hour per week for a writing praticum.

New English course works in conjunction with Writing Center

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
December 7, 2019
Every year the academic calendar becomes a topic of discussion amongst Pace students, staff and faculty.

2020-2021 Academic Calendar sparks discussion

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 30, 2019
The campus Starbucks is located in Alummi Hall and is typically open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

[Photo] Starbucks on campus not open during finals week

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 30, 2019
The admissions staff for the university set up a table at the Pace and WCC transfer agreement ceremony.

Pace welcomes Transfer students through Transfer Tuesday’s

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 23, 2019
NRHH members collecting food in the residence halls. The E-board concludes Michael Shannon, Christina Little, Alexander Weiss, Meaghan Rodrigues and Grainne McGinley.

NRHH looks to make an impact this holiday season 

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 23, 2019
The organization utilized Venmo as a way to receive donations for the hospital. At the end of the night board members; Cristina Fonte: Executive Director, Suede Graham: Faculty Advisor, Francesca McLiverty: Morale dance director, Elizabeth Lucey: Finance and Fundraising director, Katie Bevilacqua: Special events and logistics director, Mariana Barajas: Family relations director and Shannon Kelley: Communications and Marketing director helped raise over $11,000.  Students who are interested on joining the board for next year can reach out to Fonte.

P4K increases amount raised from last year

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 17, 2019
Prospective students and their families were on campus last month at the annual open house.

Pace officially becomes a test-optional university

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 16, 2019
Society19 features a variety of college students as writers on their campus. Each college has its own group of writers and those who are interested can contact Kaylyn Fountain.

Society19 has a new chapter at Pace

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 10, 2019
Dean Carpenter delivering the presents to Hope's Door. This year she expects to be delivering over 70 presents.

Pace Community sponsors families for those in-need

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 9, 2019
One of David Freeman's favorite quotes is by Mr. Rodgers, "When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news my mother would say look for the helpers, you will always find people who are helping..." This resonates with Freeman because he has considered himself a helper and facilitator throughout his childhood as a middle child, and has carried it into his everyday life.

Professor Freeman’s guest speaker approach to teaching

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 2, 2019
In Mulhollem's spare time, she enjoys writing, running long-distances and spending time exploring different restaurants and foods.

[Photo] Kate Mulhollem brings advances to the Writing Center

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
November 2, 2019
Study Abroad Office Actively Searching to Fill Position

Study Abroad Office Actively Searching to Fill Position

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 26, 2019
Sophomore Kendra Dascano may spend a chunk of her time during the week driving, but she doesn't;t let it interfere with her ability to get involved on campus.

[Photo] Kendra Dascano: A Commuter’s Connection to Pace

Katie Walsh, Feature Editor
October 26, 2019
Associate Chair and Professor Michelle Pulaski Behling, said the success of the collaboration, in terms of communication, between the two programs may lead to more collaborations between the two schools.

MCVA & Lubin partner for new minor

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 19, 2019
The lecture hall named after David Pecker is located on the 1st floor of Wilcox.

Pace alum David Pecker remains in the spotlight

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 12, 2019
Westchester Community College President Belinda Miles communicates with Pace President Marvin Krislov at the signing of the transfer credit agreement.

Community College Credits at Pace

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 12, 2019
Dean Carpenter took students with her on a weekend hike. A graduate student commented to Carpenter that experiences like these made her an accessible leader, a leader who is accessible and appropriately shares parts of their life and their personality.

Rachel Carpenter: Stepping into a New Position

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 3, 2019
Joesphine Hogan of Paws Crossed commented that many Pace Students find enjoyment in working with animals.

CCAR: Creating the Campus-Community Connection

Katie Walsh, Managing Editor
October 3, 2019
Stephanie Marquesano breaks through the 'Out of the Shadows' CODA Walk banner.

CODA Walk Set the Tone for a Successful Communiversity Day 

Katie Walsh and Christina Bubba
September 29, 2019
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