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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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Normally filled with students throughout the afternoon, the seating at Campion Dining hall was roped off and empty on Mar. 18. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA '20/THE HAWK

SJU Dining staff furloughed due to the coronavirus

Alex Hargrave
April 18, 2020
ILLUSTRATION: CASEY WOOD '23/THE HAWK

St. Joe’s partners with MarchingOrder for virtual conferral of degrees

Alex Hargrave
April 6, 2020
Students can opt for Pass/No Penalty course designation. Here's what that means.

Students can opt for Pass/No Penalty course designation. Here’s what that means.

Alex Hargrave
March 23, 2020
Inside Landmark American Tap & Grill on March 18. Workers are doing a deep cleaning of the space while patrons are not allowed to dine in. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA '20/THE HAWK

Local business owners surrounding St. Joe’s feel effects of the coronavirus

Alex Hargrave
March 18, 2020
Status and hours of St. Joe's campus services

Status and hours of St. Joe’s campus services

Alex Hargrave & Luke Malanga, Alex Hargrave, and Luke Malanga
March 15, 2020
The Cardinal Foley Center on the Lower Merion side of St. Joe's campus. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA '20/THE HAWK

Montgomery County non-essential facilities to close, City of Philadelphia bans large-scale events

Alex Hargrave
March 12, 2020
PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA '20/THE HAWK

St. Joe’s to shift classes online due to coronavirus

Alex Hargrave & Luke Malanga, Alex Hargrave, and Luke Malanga
March 12, 2020
PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA '20/THE HAWK

St. Joe’s prepares for potential coronavirus exposure

Alex Hargrave
March 9, 2020
Cleaners contracted through Arthur Jackson changed their uniforms after the switch to ABM. PHOTO: ALEX HARGRAVE ’20/THE HAWK

University contracts new housekeeping vendor after over 30 years

Alex Hargrave
February 11, 2020
Almost 500,000 employers engage with the Handshake community each year, including Fortune 500, local small businesses and nonprofits. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Fraudulent employer identified on Handshake

Alex Hargrave
February 4, 2020
Yvonne Blake, the current owner of Hakim’s Bookstore, sits behind the counter of the shop while addressing a customer. PHOTOS: ALEX HARGRAVE ’20/THE HAWK

Hakim’s Bookstore, a ‘South 52nd Street staple’

Alex Hargrave
January 21, 2020
Q&A with associate provost for inclusion, equity and diversity

Q&A with associate provost for inclusion, equity and diversity

Alex Hargrave
January 21, 2020
PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA '20/THE HAWK

CDO search continues

Alex Hargrave
December 10, 2019
Widrig completes the final lap of his 100 days of 5Ks. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS '22

Ethan Widrig completes 100 days of 5Ks for Alzheimer’s awareness

Alex Hargrave
December 3, 2019
Kimey Moon, who owns Bill’s Market on 63rd Street with her husband, interacts with Sophia Mirza ’21 back in December. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Small businesses on 63rd Street affected by local crime

Alex Hargrave & Luke Malanga, Luke Malanga, and Alex Hargrave
December 3, 2019
Community Conversations: Racism at St. Joe’s

Community Conversations: Racism at St. Joe’s

Alex Hargrave & Devin Yingling, Alex Hargrave, and Devin Yingling
November 12, 2019
Approximately 400 students packed Hagan Arena for the men's basketball home opener. PHOTOS: MITCHELL SHIELDS '22/THE HAWK

‘Blackout’ at men’s basketball home opener promotes inclusion and diversity

Alex Hargrave
November 5, 2019
Mary Sheehan has been involved with St. Joe’s basketball from a young age. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

Mary Sheehan carries on St. Joe’s family tradition

Alex Hargrave
November 5, 2019
St. Joe’s cleaners marched through campus in an effort to gather support during ongoing contract negotiations. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

Workers reach tentative agreement over wage increases

Alex Hargrave
October 22, 2019
Miembros del equipo de mantenimiento de St. Joe's marcharon por el campus para reclutar partidarios a su causa mientras intentan negociar mejores condiciones contractuales. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA ’20/THE HAWK

Equipo de mantenimiento llega a un acuerdo tentativo en cuanto a aumento en salario

Alex Hargrave
October 22, 2019
Rose Weldon (middle), a member of the St. Joe's cleaning staff, leads the march to the corner of Cardinal Ave and City Ave. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA '20

Cleaners at St. Joe’s rally for better wages

Alex Hargrave & Luke Malanga, Luke Malanga, and Alex Hargrave
October 11, 2019
Prospective parents and students listen to Maureen Mathis, director of undergraduate admissions, speak at the spring 2019 open house. PHOTO: Mitchell Shields '22

St. Joe’s declining enrollment reflects national trends

Alex Hargrave
October 8, 2019
History of diversity officials on campus since 2016. GRAPHIC: Luke Malanga '20

Search continues for new head of diversity

Alex Hargrave
September 24, 2019
Educator Zanele Nsindane displays her student's art. PHOTO: Sarah Harwick '21

Exhibition exposes young people from under-resourced schools to African art

Alex Hargrave
August 1, 2019
Mutton is the best selling bunny chow filling at Bedford Bunny, according to owner Shamla Pather. PHOTO: Ana Faguy '19

Bunny chow restaurants are hopping in South Africa

Alex Hargrave
July 30, 2019
At the Old Parks Soccer Club in Randburg, South Africa, Head Coach Jayson Francis talks to players on the club's all-female team before an evening practice. PHOTO: Carly Calhoun '21

World Cup appearance inspires female soccer players in South Africa

Alex Hargrave
July 16, 2019
Orange Farm residents Sphiwe Ramaphuma (left), Nokuthula Mabongo (center) and Nokuthula Zwane (right) said they feel South Africa's justice system has failed women who are victims of rape, particularly black women. Photo: Rose Barrett, '20

Orange Farm women work to support each other after rape

Ana Faguy & Alex Hargrave, Alex Hargrave, and Ana Faguy
June 21, 2019
Alpha Phi Alpha is one of the seven Divine Nine chapters at the University of Pennsylvania. PHOTO COURTESY OF MONTELL BROWN.

Creating a community on campus and beyond

Alex Hargrave and Cara Smith, Alex Hargrave, and Cara Smith
May 1, 2019
The Morris family’s art gallery showcases local artists and provides programs for local youth. PHOTOS: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

‘A beacon of light’

Alex Hargrave
April 30, 2019
Black Awareness Society photographed in the 1971 Greatonian yearbook. Mike Bantom is pictured in the second row,third from the left. PHOTO COURTESY OF SJU ARCHIVES AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS

Affinity groups essential to college experience

Alex Hargrave
April 17, 2019
Sean Kingston performs at the St. Joe's 2019 Spring Concert on April 10. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Allegations against Spring Concert headliner resurface

Alex Hargrave & Charley Rekstis, Alex Hargrave, and Charley Rekstis
April 16, 2019
Wilson’s work was featured in the junior art show on April 5. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Anissa Wilson ’20 on curating and creating art

Alex Hargrave
April 9, 2019
Sister Mary Scullion speaks about women in the Church. PHOTO: MITCHEL SHIELDS ’22 /THE HAWK

A woman with and for others

Alex Hargrave
April 2, 2019
Boy's Club: AD faces the reality of being a woman in sports

Boy’s Club: AD faces the reality of being a woman in sports

Alex Hargrave
March 27, 2019
Kovisto, Sibley, Bucci and Kates at the events on Feb. 21. PHOTO COURTESY OF CATHERINE COLLINS.

Finding common ground

Alex Hargrave
March 19, 2019
Melissa Leonardi's ’20 pitbull-lab mix and ESA, Maddy. PHOTOS: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Finding comfort in a furry friend

Alex Hargrave
March 5, 2019
Students and faculty listen to Brent Smith, Ph.D., during Engage 45. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Engage 45 prompts dialogue about racism

Alex Hargrave
February 26, 2019
Stephen Maing speaks to a group at Scribe about his experience. PHOTO: ALEX HARGRAVE ’20/THE HAWK

Lessons in storytelling

Alex Hargrave
February 19, 2019
Photography exhibit dedicated to Susan Fenton, located on the second floor of Post Learning Commons. PHOTO: JUL HANKINSON ’19

“Inspired by Susan”

Alex Hargrave
February 12, 2019
Pictured from left to right: Evan Palmieri ’19, Dave Zielinski, Keith Banquer ’19, and Chris Palmieri ’22. PHOTOS COURTESY OF LIANNA REGINA

Making a home in Philly

Alex Hargrave
February 5, 2019
What nobody says about coming home

What nobody says about coming home

Alex Hargrave
February 4, 2019
GRAPHIC BY KELLY SMITH '19

Jams of the Women’s March 2019

Alex Hargrave
January 29, 2019
Alpha Gamma Delta sisters cheer in O'Pake Recreation Center. PHOTOS: MITCHELL SHIELDS ’22/THE HAWK

Sororities shorten recruitment schedule

Alex Hargrave
January 29, 2019
Jeanne Brady, Ph.D speaks with students at a December forum sponsored by the University Student Senate and Black Student Union. PHOTO: LUKE MALANGA '20/THE HAWK

Chief Diversity Officer to be selected by late spring

Alex Hargrave
January 22, 2019
A participant holds up a handmade sign among the crowd. PHOTO: MITCHELL SHIELDS '22/THE HAWK

Scenes from the Women’s March on Philadelphia

Alex Hargrave
January 22, 2019
Lodge competes in the high jump (Photo by Rose O’Brien ’18).

Jumping to new heights

Alex Hargrave
April 23, 2018
Jeffrey Stockbridge's photo book "Kensington Blues" (Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Stockbridge).

Kensington through a local lens

Alex Hargrave
April 22, 2018
Junior Ashley Ventura pitches against Dayton on April 14 (Photo by Luke Malanga ’20).

Struggling to score

Alex Hargrave
April 16, 2018
Bower throws javelin (Photo by Tom Connelly).

Rookie of the fall and spring

Alex Hargrave
April 9, 2018
The Hawks compete on the Schuylkill River as their home river (Photo courtesy of Sideline Photos, LLC).

Looking for a repeat

Alex Hargrave
March 26, 2018
An Archmere player wears a "with you" shirt (Photo by Luke Malanga '20).

Remembering Mark Dombroski

Alex Hargrave
March 26, 2018
Bodensteiner poses with the Hawk mascot (Photo by Luke Malanga '20).

Welcoming Jill Bodensteiner to Hawk Hill

Alex Hargrave
March 26, 2018
Graduate student Jaryn Garner celebrates a first-round win over Seton Hall (Photo by Luke Malanga '20).

End of the road

Alex Hargrave
March 19, 2018
Photo by Luke Malanga '20.

Winging it with the hawk

Alex Hargrave
March 5, 2018
Adler is leading his team in the net as a rookie (Photo by Luke Malanga ’20).

Saving the game

Alex Hargrave
March 5, 2018
Freshman Tim Cavanaugh delivers a pitch (Photo by Luke Malanga '20).

Getting warmed up

Alex Hargrave
February 27, 2018
Rickle stands during a timeout at a men's basketball game (Photo by Luke Malanga '20).

Mixing Jesuit ideals with sports

Alex Hargrave
February 26, 2018
The club with an edge

The club with an edge

Alex Hargrave
February 20, 2018
Eagles QB Carson Wentz (right) raises the Vince Lombardi trophy during the parade alongside backup QBs Nate Sudfeld and Nick Foles (Photo by Luke Malanga ’20).

Year of the underdog

Alex Hargrave
February 13, 2018
In the courtside spotlight

In the courtside spotlight

Alex Hargrave
February 12, 2018
"The original beautiful game"

“The original beautiful game”

Alex Hargrave
February 5, 2018
A city divided

A city divided

Alex Hargrave
February 5, 2018
'The cathedral of college basketball'

‘The cathedral of college basketball’

Alex Hargrave
January 29, 2018
Senior Spotlight: James Demery

Senior Spotlight: James Demery

Alex Hargrave
January 23, 2018
Big 5 Battle

Big 5 Battle

Alex Hargrave
December 12, 2017
Freshman Taylor Funk catches his breath during a break in the game (Photo by Luke Malanga '20).

A tale of three-pointers

Alex Hargrave
December 5, 2017
Club field hockey attends nationals

Club field hockey attends nationals

Alex Hargrave
November 27, 2017
Historic season comes to a close

Historic season comes to a close

Alex Hargrave
November 13, 2017
Standing in the Hall of Fame

Standing in the Hall of Fame

Alex Hargrave
November 8, 2017
Sweet 16 bound

Sweet 16 bound

Alex Hargrave
November 6, 2017
A timeline of Civil Rights movements in sports

A timeline of Civil Rights movements in sports

Alex Hargrave
October 25, 2017
Time to rally

Time to rally

Alex Hargrave
October 24, 2017
Reported incidents compiled from St. Joe’s, Drexel University, Villanova University and University of Pennsylvania from ASR 2015, 2016 and 2017 (Graphic by Kaitlyn Patterson ’20).

2017 Annual Security Report released

Alex Hargrave
October 18, 2017
Misfortune on the road

Misfortune on the road

Alex Hargrave
October 16, 2017
Putting in overtime

Putting in overtime

Alex Hargrave
October 2, 2017
Rebecca Lane '19, Daniella Capone '18, Carlena Griesemer '19 and Josh Luciano '19 go for a run during class as part of Thomas Coyne's Running to Write course (Photo by Luke Malanga '20).

Running to write

Alex Hargrave
October 2, 2017
Under pressure to sign

Under pressure to sign

Alex Hargrave
September 25, 2017
Big 5 breakdown

Big 5 breakdown

Alex Hargrave
September 25, 2017
'We aren't just a small school'

‘We aren’t just a small school’

Alex Hargrave
September 12, 2017
On the defensive

On the defensive

Alex Hargrave
September 12, 2017

Driving in a new season

Alex Hargrave
September 4, 2017
A world champion

A world champion

Alex Hargrave
July 21, 2017
The Hawk attends every game of the season and flaps its wings for entirety of each game (Photo by Luke Malanga '20).

New bird in town

Alex Hargrave
May 25, 2017
Unsung heroes

Unsung heroes

Alex Hargrave
May 15, 2017
The last lap

The last lap

Alex Hargrave
April 25, 2017
Chasing a dream

Chasing a dream

Alex Hargrave
April 25, 2017
Clean sweep

Clean sweep

Alex Hargrave
April 10, 2017
Patrons did yoga with rescue puppies at SWEAT Fitness (Photo courtesy of Alex Hargrave ’20).

Chilling with canines

Alex Hargrave
April 10, 2017
Life in the fast lane

Life in the fast lane

Alex Hargrave
April 3, 2017
Going down swinging

Going down swinging

Alex Hargrave
April 3, 2017
Paddling along

Paddling along

Alex Hargrave
March 27, 2017
Springing forward

Springing forward

Alex Hargrave
March 20, 2017
A strong finish

A strong finish

Alex Hargrave
March 6, 2017
Final stretch

Final stretch

Alex Hargrave
March 6, 2017
Need for speed

Need for speed

Alex Hargrave
February 27, 2017
Final countdown

Final countdown

Alex Hargrave
February 21, 2017
Refuse to lose

Refuse to lose

Alex Hargrave
February 13, 2017
Missing Mamba

Missing Mamba

Alex Hargrave
February 13, 2017
Dramatic endings

Dramatic endings

Alex Hargrave
February 6, 2017

Keeping the lead

Alex Hargrave
January 30, 2017
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