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St. Joe’s President Cheryl McConnell, Ph.D., speaks to participants of SJU Green Fund’s Earth Day walk and sit-in outside Regis Hall April 22. PHOTO: LUKE SANELLI ’26/THE HAWK
University commits to seven-year sustainability initiative
November 13, 2024
Students sit on Campion Student Center’s courtyard during the sleep out, Nov. 9. PHOTO: MATTHEW WINARTO ’26/THE HAWK
Students sleep outside in solidarity with the unhoused
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: CARA HALLIGAN ’25/THE HAWK
Resources for people experiencing homelessness
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK
Hawk Hill reacts to the 2024 presidential election
November 8, 2024
GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK
When did we lose our compassion as a country?
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK
Dehumanization and passivity
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: CARA HALLIGAN ’25/THE HAWK
Anger can be power
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: CARA HALLIGAN ’25/THE HAWK
How identity politics cost Kamala Harris the election
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK
Reacting to the past
November 13, 2024
PHOTO COURTESY OF JORDAN GOUGE ’25
The Hawk Rap: Jordan Gouge
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK
CineHawk: ‘The Substance’
November 13, 2024
A “pinnacle,” the stone top of one of the columns on Barbelin Hall’s bell tower, located in the St. Joe’s Archives. PHOTO: MADELINE WILLIAMS ’26/THE HAWK
Pinnacle of Barbelin Hall
November 13, 2024
CROSSWORD: Philly sports icons
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: CARA HALLIGAN '25/THE HAWK
Dreamgaze autumn
November 13, 2024
Brianna Kelly ’26 attempts to dodge Drexel defense on her way to score, Nov. 9. PHOTO: ZACH PODOLNICK ’26/THE HAWK
Women’s rugby hosts first tournament in two years
November 13, 2024
Field hockey poses with the A-10 Championship trophy following their 2-1 win over UMass, Nov. 9. PHOTOS: JOE SCHNEYDER ’12/SAY CHEEZE STUDIOS
Field hockey wins fourth consecutive A-10 title, hosts first round of NCAA Tournament
November 13, 2024
The exterior of AFC Fitness, located 10 minutes from Hawk Hill campus. PHOTO: AIDEN POWERS ’26
Best off-campus gyms to maximize your workout flexibility
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK
What’s going on with the 76ers?
November 13, 2024
The Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame honorees line up for a photo, Nov.
Two basketball alumni inducted into hall of fame
November 13, 2024
GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK
Get to know the candidates on the Pennsylvania ballot
October 30, 2024
Baylee Fingerhut ’26 speaks on behalf of NETWORK Advocates for Catholic Social Justice. PHOTO COURTESY OF BAYLEE FINGERHUT ’26
Students advocate for voter registration on campus
October 30, 2024
GRAPHIC: CARA HALLIGAN ’25/THE HAWK
What you should know as a first-time voter in Pennsylvania
October 30, 2024
Editorial: Voters have power; use it responsibly
October 30, 2024
Letter to the Editor
October 30, 2024
Sydney Taylor ’26, Katy Viveiros ’26, James Miller ’26 and Alex Wojciak ’26 ask questions about the Apartments at Penn at the housing fair. PHOTO: MADELINE WILLIAMS ’26/THE HAWK
Students scramble to secure off-campus housing for 2024-25
October 25, 2023
Editorial Oct. 25
October 25, 2023
Let’s be conscientious of our privileges
October 25, 2023
WYSK: Leases
WYSK: Leases
October 25, 2023
GRAPHIC: ALLY ENGELBERT ’25/THE HAWK
Q & A with Crystal Morris
October 25, 2023
Muniera Hassen (right), SBC dialysis and cataract administrator, speaks to Mr. Martin, a patient who has been receiving dialysis treatment at Sabera's Dialysis clinic for two years. PHOTO: MAXIMUS FISHER ’25
‘They saved my life’
September 6, 2024
Joash Paul said education should be one of the government's top priorities: "The education system is in shambles." PHOTO: KILEY O'BRIEN '25.
‘The youth are tired’
August 31, 2024
The family home of Rochelle Smith, Yolanda Spalding and Siritta Varnicker is on a street close to a tailing mountain in Riverlea. On windy days tailing dust ends up on top of and inside houses like theirs. PHOTO: ZACH PODOLNICK '26/THE HAWK
Mine dumps expose community to health issues
August 28, 2024
Phumzile Nkosi, curator and manager of the Phansi Museum, plays an accordion, one of many musical instruments in the museum's collection. PHOTO: LILLI DELLHEIM, M.A. '25/THE HAWK
‘Down below’ museum preserves southern African art
August 5, 2024
Jodi Lawerence, an administrator at the Sophiatown Heritage Centre, tells visitors about Sophiatown's history during a tour of the museum's rooms. PHOTO: SHAILA BHAYROO/THE HAWK
Sophiatown museum shares history of struggle, resistance
August 4, 2024
WYSK: Juneteenth
WYSK: Juneteenth
June 19, 2021
A clip from the media program’s “I Have a Dream” video. PHOTOS COURTESY OF TONY ROCCO
Photography Without Borders: Through the lenses of Philadelphia youth
March 23, 2021
Violence against the Asian American community
Violence against the Asian American community
February 23, 2021
No celebration without representation
No celebration without representation
February 16, 2021
Following through on our promises
Following through on our promises
February 16, 2021
St. Joe’s offers ally training
April 26, 2018
Spiritual practice helps those in recovery
Spiritual practice helps those in recovery
April 26, 2018
Philadelphian raises awareness of epidemic
Philadelphian raises awareness of epidemic
April 26, 2018
Learning to save lives
Learning to save lives
April 26, 2018
10th annual Recovery Speak Out
April 26, 2018
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Coach Ian’s retirement was celebrated with friends and family at Cardinal Foley April 3. PHOTO: KELLY SHANNON '24/ THE HAWK

St. Joe’s tennis Coach Ian Crookenden set to retire this season

Aaron Tully
April 25, 2023

Take a sip of four smoothie places near campus

Aaron Tully
April 25, 2023
Sophomore Erik Reynolds II shoots a free throw at a St. Joe's men's basketball game. PHOTO: MADELINE WILLIAMS ’26/THE HAWK

Summer trip to Argentina changes basketball player’s perspectiveS

Aaron Tully
April 19, 2023
GRAPHIC:GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Sixth time’s the charm?: Will the 76ers finally get past the second round in 2023?

Aaron Tully
April 4, 2023
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Athletic Schedule: April 5-11

Aaron Tully
April 4, 2023
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO/ THE HAWK

3/29 Athletic Schedule

Aaron Tully
March 28, 2023
Sophomore guard Mackenzie Smith and sophomore guard Tayla Brugler score a total of 29 points in the A-10 against St. Louis. PHOTO: MADELINE WILLIAMS ’26/THE HAWK

One reason behind the improvement of the St. Joe’s women’s basketball program this season? Cookies.

Aaron Tully
March 28, 2023
GRAPHIC: CASEY WOOD ’23/THE HAWK

Winning women: A brief glimpse at some of the best women in sports from Philadelphia Winning women

Aaron Tully
March 28, 2023
The team poses for a photo following a tournament on Feb. 19. PHOTO COURTESY OF LANIE SMITH ’25

Women’s club volleyball set up for future fun and success

Aaron Tully
March 7, 2023
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Fightin’ for a division crown: Expectations for the Phils are sky high in 2023

Aaron Tully
February 21, 2023
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Eagles eye their second Lombardi: A brief preview of Super Bowl LVII

Aaron Tully
February 8, 2023
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

A-10 Student Media Poll Results: Feb. 8

Aaron Tully
February 8, 2023
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

A-10 Student Media Poll Results

Aaron Tully
January 31, 2023
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO'23

The Birds flying high entering NFC Championship Game: A brief preview of the Eagles’ final hurdle to Super Bowl LVII

Aaron Tully
January 25, 2023
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Dancing on their own: Locker room anthems on Hawk Hill

Aaron Tully
December 7, 2022
Cindy Griffin coaching the women's basketbal team against Yale University on Nov. 11 PHOTO COURTESY SJU ATHLETICS

Cindy Griffin wins 400th career game

Aaron Tully
December 7, 2022
GRAPGIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Predicting men’s basketball’s schedule: part two

Aaron Tully
November 15, 2022
Olivia Mullins looks for an open teammate vs. Bucknell.

Rookies no more: the sophomore stars of women’s basketball

Aaron Tully
November 9, 2022
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Predicting men’s basketball’s non-conference schedule: part one

Aaron Tully
November 9, 2022
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Philly sports update: A look at how the city’s teams are doing

Aaron Tully
November 2, 2022
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Eagles soar through seven games

Aaron Tully
November 2, 2022
Ariel Hadar had an assist on one of the goals in the Hawks 3-0 win against St. Bonaventure on Oct. 22. PHOTO:KELLY SHANNON ’24/THE HAWK

International athlete spotlight: a conversation with Ariel Hadar

Aaron Tully
October 25, 2022

St. Joe’s athletic director Jill Bodensteiner takes leave of absence

Aaron Tully
October 25, 2022
Attacker Lisa Ross carries the ball vs. Drexel. PHOTO: KELLY SHANNON ’24/THE HAWK

Women’s lacrosse closes fall season with six-game weekend

Aaron Tully
October 25, 2022
Cole is a two time All-American and earned NEC Player of the Year Honors in 2022. PHOTO: KELLY SHANNON ’23/THE HAWK

Zach Cole drafted in 3rd round of NLL Draft

Aaron Tully
October 18, 2022
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: CHRIS KLINE ’23/THE HAWK

Fightin’ to the NLCS

Aaron Tully
October 18, 2022
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Fantasy Football week five

Aaron Tully
October 5, 2022
A blueprint from Sweeney Field prior to its construction. PHOTO: AARON TULLY ’23/THE HAWK

Hawk History: Sweeney Field Blueprint 

Aaron Tully
October 5, 2022
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO '23

This week’s St. Joe’s athletics schedule (Oct. 5 – Oct. 11)

Aaron Tully
October 5, 2022
All three of St. Joe's' 2023 recruits played for Team Philadelphia in the All City Classic. PHOTO: AARON TULLY ’23/THE HAWK

2023 basketball recruits set on elevating basketball in Philly

Aaron Tully
September 28, 2022
Hannah Prince coaching during a recent game. PHOTO: KELLY SHANNON ’24/THE HAWK

All roads lead home

Aaron Tully
September 14, 2022
Charlotte Kordonowy returns the ball. PHOTO: JAKOB KALTEIS

USciences athletes settle into life at St. Joe’s

Aaron Tully
September 14, 2022
GRAPHIC: CASEY WOOD ’23/THE HAWK

Picking off the new season

Aaron Tully
September 8, 2022
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Fightin’ to end the drought

Aaron Tully
September 8, 2022
GRAPHIC: CHRIS KLINE ’23/THE HAWK

New birds in the nest

Aaron Tully
May 4, 2022
GRAPHIC: CASEY WOOD ’23/THE HAWK

Defense wins championships

Aaron Tully
April 27, 2022
Brugler goes for a layup against Davidson University on Feb 6. PHOTO: KELLY SHANNON ’24/THE HAWK

First year Talya Brugler earns All-Big 5 accolades

Aaron Tully
April 12, 2022
Among Big 5 teams for career home runs, Cossetti is only behind La Salle University Steve O'Donnell ’89 with 45 and Villanova University Gary Scott ’89 with 42. PHOTOS: MIA MESSINA ’25/THE HAWK

Andrew Cossetti: Hawk Hill’s new home run king

Aaron Tully
April 5, 2022
Lynch started his tenure in 1988 and was the 2003 Atlantic 10 Coach of the Year.

A Discussion with Bob Lynch, longest
tenured head coach at St. Joe’s

Aaron Tully
March 23, 2022
GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO ’23/THE HAWK

Women’s basketball season in review

Aaron Tully
March 8, 2022
PHOTO: KELLY SHANNON ’23/THE HAWK Junior first baseman Brandon Drapeau doesn’t connect on a pitch vs. Quinnipiac University on Feb. 20.

Baseball brings A-10 Championship aspirations into new season

Aaron Tully
February 22, 2022
In the 2021 season, Benton co-lead the A-10 in assists with 12. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Farther, Faster, Stronger: A conversation with Katy Benton

Aaron Tully
February 15, 2022
Ted Chesson ’22, a student worker at O’Pake, remains masked while others are unmasked. PHOTOS: KELLY SHANNON ’24/THE HAWK

O’Pake employees struggle to enforce mask compliance

Aaron Tully
February 8, 2022
GRAPHIC: CHRIS KLINE ’23/THE HAWK

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: the Brian Flores lawsuit

Aaron Tully
February 8, 2022
National Girls and Women in Sports Day: Athlete spotlight

National Girls and Women in Sports Day: Athlete spotlight

Aaron Tully
February 2, 2022
The team played the likes of Big Ten institutions and the University of Virginia at the NFHL Championships. PHOTO COURTESY OF RACHEL HORNIG ’23.

Back in the game: Club field hockey qualifies for national tournament

Aaron Tully
December 7, 2021
The team celebrates after their win over VCU. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ATLANTIC 10.

Women’s soccer rides hot streak to A10 semifinal

Aaron Tully
November 16, 2021
GRAPHIC: CHRIS KLINE '23/THE HAWK

The ultimate crutch: Injuries to star players have derailed their team’s aspirations

Aaron Tully
November 9, 2021
Sophomore guard/forward Jordan Hall launches a three against George Mason University last season. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS '22/THE HAWK

Men’s Basketball 2021 Season Preview

Aaron Tully
November 2, 2021
The team celebrates with Farquhar following their 3-0 win against Saint Louis University on Oct. 3. PHOTOS: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Head coach Farquhar wins 100th game with St. Joe’s field hockey

Aaron Tully
October 5, 2021
The International Tennis Federaton (ITF) made yellow the standard color of tennis balls in 1972, but Wimble-don continued to use white balls until 1985. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Tennis ball shortage affecting St. Joe’s tennis teams

Aaron Tully
September 28, 2021
Woods played basketball at St. Joe's from 1997 to 2001. PHOTO: KELLY SHANNON ’24/THE HAWK

Erick Woods returns to Hawk Hill as administrator

Aaron Tully
September 14, 2021
The Hawks will three time defending NCAA Champions University of North Carolina on Sept. 10. PHOTOS: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

#20 Field Hockey has high hopes for 2021 Season

Aaron Tully
September 8, 2021
GRAPHIC: CASEY WOOD ’23/THE HAWK

A game too many

Aaron Tully
April 20, 2021
Freshman Kevin Smith secured a top 25 finish at the Temple Spring Invite. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

St. Joe’s golf getting back to par before A-10 Championships

Aaron Tully
April 13, 2021
The Hawks picked up their first two wins of the season over La Salle and Delaware. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Field hockey still hungry after No. 16 national ranking

Aaron Tully
March 23, 2021
Daly averaged 18.5 points per game in the 2020-21 season. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Daly hopes underdog mentality sparks pro career

Aaron Tully
March 16, 2021
PHOTOS COURTESY OF SJU ATHLETICS

Hawks tennis off to a soaring start

Aaron Tully
March 2, 2021
Bernic said the club can take many different directions based on the interests of its members. PHOTO: KELLY SHANNON ’24/THE HAWK

Running Club runs again at St. Joe’s

Aaron Tully
February 23, 2021
Cole was the 2019 SJU Most Outstanding player and SJU Rookie of the year. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Preseason All-American looks to lead men’s lacrosse

Aaron Tully
February 16, 2021
The team gathers around Griffin during a timeout in a Jan. 24 game against George Washington University. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Women’s basketball starts strong despite multiple quarantines

Aaron Tully
February 3, 2021
From left to right, Alayna Gribble, Alexis Santarelli and Olivia Ramil. PHOTOS COURTESY OF SJU ATHLETICS

New grad transfers join women’s basketball

Aaron Tully
November 17, 2020
Colin Kaepernick helped to spark the fourth wave of athlete activism. ILLUSTRATION: CASEY WOOD ’23/THE HAWK

Athlete activism and protest have a long history

Aaron Tully
October 13, 2020
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